The Broncos (led by Bo Nix) look like a legit AFC dark horse, while the Eagles are searching for answers in their passing attack.
Fantasy Football Game of the Week: Nix vs. Hurts
Quick Start/Sit Table
| Player | Start/Sit | Meter (1–10) |
| Bo Nix | Start 🔥 | ████████░░ 8/10 |
| Courtland Sutton | Start 🔥 | ████████░░ 8/10 |
| J.K. Dobbins | Start 💪 | ██████░░░░ 6/10 |
| Jalen Hurts | Start 🔥 | █████████░ 9/10 |
| Saquon Barkley | Start 🔥 | ██████████ 10/10 |
| A.J. Brown | Sit ❄️ | ███░░░░░░░ 3/10 |
| DeVonta Smith | Sit ❄️ | ███░░░░░░░ 3/10 |
| Dallas Goedert | Sleeper 🌙 | ██████░░░░ 6/10 |
| RJ Harvey | Flex 💪 | ██████░░░░ 6/10 |
| Troy Franklin / Mims Jr | Flex 💪 | ██ |
Synopsis
The Broncos (led by Bo Nix) look like a legit AFC dark horse, while the Eagles are searching for answers in their passing attack. Philadelphia’s ground game and Jalen Hurts’ rushing ability remain their identity, but against a stingy Denver secondary, Hurts will need to find balance. This is my Game of the Week.
On the other side, Denver’s confidence grows each week with Nix distributing the ball efficiently. Both backfields will be tested, and this one has the makings of a heavyweight battle where fantasy value will come from star power and opportunistic sleepers.
Start ’Em
🔥 Bo Nix – QB, Broncos
Nix enters this matchup with 6 passing TDs and an underrated rushing floor. The Eagles’ defense is strong, but Nix has shown poise and playmaking ability in big moments. Expect him to put up solid fantasy numbers even in a tough spot.
Projection: 231 passing yards, 2 TDs, 1 INT; 32 rushing yards
Start Meter: ████████░░ 8/10
🔥 Courtland Sutton – WR, Broncos
Back-to-back 80+ yard games with scores have cemented Sutton as the WR1 in Denver. He will draw plenty of attention, but his physicality and target share keep him a strong WR2 with upside.
Projection: 6 receptions, 87 yards, 1 TD
Start Meter: ████████░░ 8/10
💪 J.K. Dobbins – RB, Broncos
Dobbins has been a pleasant surprise, producing steady RB2/flex numbers. To elevate further, he’ll need more passing work — but he remains a reliable option in this matchup.
Projection: 14 carries, 61 yards; 3 receptions, 22 yards
Start Meter: ██████░░░░ 6/10
🔥 Jalen Hurts – QB, Eagles
Hurts’ legs make him a fantasy cheat code. Between tush-push TDs and broken plays, he’s always a threat for 25+ points. If he can rediscover his deep ball accuracy, 30-point games are coming.
Projection: 212 passing yards, 1 TD; 72 rushing yards, 1 rushing TD
Start Meter: █████████░ 9/10
🔥 Saquon Barkley – RB, Eagles
No explanation needed — Barkley is matchup-proof. Lock him in.
Projection: 19 carries, 97 yards, 1 TD; 3 receptions, 29 yards
Start Meter: ██████████ 10/10
Sit ’Em
❄️ A.J. Brown – WR, Eagles
Facing Patrick Surtain II, one of the league’s best shutdown corners, Brown is in danger of another quiet outing. He always has boom potential, but this week, he’s too risky for WR1 expectations.
Projection: 4 receptions, 51 yards
Start Meter: ███░░░░░░░ 3/10
❄️ DeVonta Smith – WR, Eagles
Smith has struggled all season with inconsistent target volume, and this isn’t the week to expect a breakout. Denver’s corners make him a sit.
Projection: 3 receptions, 44 yards
Start Meter: ███░░░░░░░ 3/10
Sleepers & Flex Plays
🌙 Dallas Goedert – TE, Eagles
Goedert scored twice last week and is heating up as a red-zone threat. With Brown and Smith bottled up, Hurts may lean on him again.
Projection: 4 receptions, 43 yards, 1 TD
Start Meter: ██████░░░░ 6/10
💪 RJ Harvey – RB, Broncos
Harvey is making his case as Denver’s change-of-pace back, especially in the passing game. He’s a sneaky flex play in PPR.
Projection: 8 carries, 34 yards; 4 receptions, 36 yards
Start Meter: ██████░░░░ 6/10
💪 Troy Franklin / Marvin Mims Jr – WRs, Broncos
Both see similar usage and are big-play threats. If you’re desperate in a deep league, either could hit on a long reception, but predicting which one is tough.
Projection (each): 3 receptions, 45 yards
Start Meter: █████░░░░░ 5/10
Wrap Up
This matchup has fantasy fireworks written all over it. Bo Nix continues to prove himself as a reliable QB2 with upside, while Courtland Sutton and J.K. Dobbins provide strong starts for Denver. For Philadelphia, Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley remain must-starts, while Dallas Goedert sneaks in as a sleeper play.
Avoid the Eagles’ outside receivers this week against Denver’s elite corners; instead, lean on the backs, QBs, and tight ends to provide fantasy value. Expect a physical, competitive game that leaves fantasy managers satisfied across both rosters.
