Divisional Recap: Bears Defense Dominates, Nix Injury Mars Broncos Win
The Divisional Round delivered drama and heartbreak. The Broncos survived OT but lost their QB, while the Bears defense proved elite against the Rams. Here is the Dynasty fallout.
The Cost of Victory: Bo Nix Out
The Denver Broncos (14-4) are heading to the AFC Championship Game after a thrilling 33-30 OT victory over the Bills, but the cost was devastating. Rookie sensation Bo Nix suffered a broken ankle in overtime and is OUT for the remainder of the playoffs.
Dynasty Analysis: The Bo Nix Hold While this is a brutal end to his rookie campaign, Dynasty managers should NOT panic sell.
- Performance: validated his QB1 potential in this game (3 TD).
- Outlook: He will be ready for Week 1 of the 2026 season.
- Verdict: This is a classic "Hold" or potentially a "Buy Low" if an owner is shortsighted. The injury is bone (clean break), not ligament (ACL/Achilles), which usually means a full return to form.
Bears Defense: The Real Deal
The Chicago Bears held the high-powered Rams offense to just 13 points in a 20-13 slugfest victory.
Dynasty Analysis: Elite Asset If you are holding the Bears D/ST in Dynasty, you have a top-3 unit for 2026.
- They shut down Kyren Williams (under 3.5 YPC).
- They forced Matthew Stafford into uncomfortable check-downs.
- Verdict: Do not stream against them. They are a "set and forget" unit.
Seahawks vs 49ers: A Statement Blowout
The 41-6 scoreline says it all. The Seahawks are peaking at the exact right time.
Kenneth Walker III: Dynasty RB1? Walker's 3-TD performance wasn't just volume; it was dominance. With the 49ers defense crumbling, Walker solidified himself as a top-5 Dynasty RB asset heading into the offseason.
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