The Denver Broncos will face the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 18. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, especially regarding QB Bo Nix.
Is Bo Nix Playing in Week 18?
Nix is not listed on the injury report this week, so barring any setbacks, he is on track to play this weekend.
We’ll continue to monitor the Broncos’ injury report. You can also visit and bookmark our NFL Injury Tracker and Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Bo Nix in Week 18?
Nix held his own in a Week 10 showdown with these Chiefs; now, the script flips. Instead of being a road underdog against a defense as talented as any, he’s a home favorite against a unit that will likely manage the reps of its starters.
The skill set is fun and the upside is obvious, but how about the usage?
- Cam Newton (2011)
That is your full list of rookie QBs since 2000 with more games than Nix with at least 20 rushing yards and 30 passing attempts. Nix has done it in each of his past three games and has clearly earned Sean Payton’s trust when it comes to this team’s fate.
The rookie has been producing all season long, and we could see him post a big fantasy number with Denver’s season on the line.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Week 18 Fantasy Start-Sit Advice Cheat Sheet for every fantasy-relevant player in every game.
Bo Nix’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 18
As of Sunday, Nix is projected to score 18 fantasy points in Week 18. This includes 277.3 passing yards, 1.2 passing touchdowns, and 0.8 interceptions. It also includes 3.2 rushing attempts for 17.5 yards and 0.2 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Bo Nix’s Fantasy Ranking
Our Weekly Consensus PPR Rankings are below — both positional and overall. They were last updated at 11:45 PM ET on Saturday, January 25.Â
Conference Championship QB PPR Rankings
1) Josh Allen | BUF (at KC)
2) Jalen Hurts | PHI (vs. WAS)
3) Jayden Daniels | WAS (at PHI)
4) Patrick Mahomes | KC (vs. BUF)
