The Kansas City Chiefs will host the Denver Broncos in Week 17. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding RB Brashard Smith.
Is Brashard Smith Playing in Week 17?
Smith is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Chiefs’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Smith in Week 17?
I’ll admit it.
I got a little too cute last week in labeling Brashard Smith as a must at player.
I stand by the idea (dead team, talented rookie), but he played just eight snaps in the loss to the Titans, and it was Isiah Pacheco flashing in the short passing game, the role I thought Smith could step into (seven targets on 20 routes).
It still wouldn’t surprise me if he got more run over these final two weeks, but asking him to turn a handful of opportunities into meaningful fantasy numbers, given the state of this offense, would be a stretch.
We will see what Kansas City does with their backfield this summer: Smith could be an interesting handcuff if things break the right way.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Smith’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 17
Smith is projected to score 0.0 points in PPR formats. This includes 0.0 receptions for 0.0 yards and 0.0 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 17 Weather Impact: Broncos at Chiefs
The forecast for kickoff is 57°F with 3 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
