This is one of those rare non-conference matchups that feels like a heavyweight fight between the Packers and Broncos. Both teams are playing confident football, both quarterbacks are trending up, and the fantasy potential is real. Expect points, big plays, and plenty of lineup decisions that could swing playoff matchups.
Let’s break it down.
Packers Starts
QB Jordan Love – Packers
Love has been on an absolute heater lately, playing with confidence and attacking defenses downfield. Denver brings pressure, but Love has shown the ability to stay aggressive and capitalize in the red zone. Expect him to deliver at least one passing score, with upside for more if this turns into a shootout.
Fantasy outlook: Strong QB1.
RB Josh Jacobs – Packers
This isn’t an easy matchup, but Jacobs doesn’t need one to produce. He’s built for games like this: physical, grind-it-out contests where volume matters. Even if efficiency isn’t perfect, touches and goal-line work keep his fantasy value intact.
Fantasy outlook: Solid RB2 with TD upside.
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WR Christian Watson – Packers
Watson has clearly emerged as the Packers’ WR1 and continues to make splash plays when the offense needs them most. His size and speed combination creates matchup problems, especially in scoring territory.
Fantasy outlook: High-upside WR2.
QB Bo Nix – Broncos
Nix draws a tough Packers front, but he’s shown poise beyond his years. He doesn’t need a monster stat line to be fantasy relevant; one passing score plus rushing value could get the job done.
Fantasy outlook: Streamable QB2 with upside.
WR Courtland Sutton – Broncos
With Denver’s other receivers slowing down, Sutton remains the clear alpha. He’s the go-to target in key situations and the primary red-zone option, making him the safest Broncos pass catcher to trust.
Fantasy outlook: Reliable WR2.
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Flex Plays
WR Jayden Reed – Packers
Reed is the definition of a sleeper this week. Green Bay has made a point to manufacture touches for him, and all it takes is one broken play for him to swing a matchup.
Fantasy outlook: High-upside flex.
RB RJ Harvey – Broncos
Harvey has quietly been consistent over the last two weeks, carving out a dependable role. If your running backs have slowed down or you’re dealing with injuries, Harvey offers a steady flex option.
Fantasy outlook: Flex-worthy in deeper leagues.
TE Evan Engram – Broncos
Tight end production has been unreliable across the league, which keeps Engram firmly in the conversation. His usage gives him a decent floor, making him a viable start or flex depending on your roster.
Fantasy outlook: TE1/TE2 borderline play.
Denver Sits
WR Troy Franklin – Broncos
The talent is there, but the production hasn’t followed in recent weeks. With limited targets and inconsistent involvement, Franklin is tough to trust in a game of this magnitude.
Fantasy outlook: Sit him this week.
Final Take
This matchup has all the ingredients for fantasy fireworks. Jordan Love headlines the Packers’ side, while Sutton and Nix give Denver managers reasons for optimism. Lean into the established roles, take a calculated swing on high-upside flex plays, and enjoy what should be one of the most entertaining games of the week.
