Yahoo Fantasy Forecast: Draft Edition Divisional fantasy preview + Prop Bets + DFS: The matchups, players & bets you CAN’T ignore this weekend
Jan 16, 2026
Joel Smyth, a fantasy football analyst and DFS strategist, joins to dissect the divisional-round matchups. They dive into critical injuries affecting the Bills' receiving corps and how tight end Dalton Kincaid could shine. The duo analyzes the Broncos’ offense, along with prop bets like Josh Allen rushing yards. Discussion shifts to the 49ers-Seahawks game, emphasizing the impact of George Kittle's absence. They also preview Texans vs. Patriots and highlight matchups before finishing with a detailed DFS lineup for the weekend.
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Back Rush Props Against Buffalo Work Well
- Bet running backs with heavy inside work against Buffalo's weak rush defense, like R.J. Harvey.
- Expect 13–17 carries and realistic chances to clear modest rushing-yard props vs. Buffalo.
Pressure And Zone Can Curb Bo Nix Completions
- Bo Nix can be limited by pressure and zone schemes which hurts completion volume.
- That makes under-total passing completions and rushing-leaning game scripts plausible for Denver.
Replace Kittle With Fullback And RB Targets
- Without George Kittle, increase usage of Kyle Juszczyk and Christian McCaffrey in receiving work.
- Expect more 21 personnel and passing to backs and fullbacks when Kittle is out.