Injury Report: Kittle (Achilles) & Davis (ACL) Done for Season

The cost of victory was high on Wild Card Weekend. As we head into the Divisional Round, fantasy managers (DFS/Playoff Leagues) and Dynasty GMs need to adjust their strategies immediately.

Major Injury Updates (Jan 13, 2026)

George Kittle (TE, SF) - Torn Achilles

• Status: Out for Season (Placed on IR).
• Recovery Timeline: 9-12 months. Unlikely to be ready for Week 1 of 2026.
• Next Man Up: Jake Tonges / Eric Saubert.

Gabe Davis (WR, BUF) - Torn ACL

• Status: Out for Season.
• Impact: Khalil Shakir and Dalton Kincaid will see increased target shares.
• Free Agency: Davis is a pending free agent, complicating his market value.

Matthew Stafford (QB, LAR) - Finger Sprain

• Status: Active, but playing through pain.
• Impact: Grip issues could affect deep ball accuracy in cold weather.

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⚕️ Fantasy Rehab: Trade & Strategy Adjustments

For Dynasty Leagues: Handling Kittle

The "People's Tight End" is dealing with the most devastating injury for an explosive athlete at age 32.

• Trade Value Change: Dropped from TE4 to TE12+.
• Action Plan:
  • Contenders: You cannot rely on him for 2026. If you can get a late 1st or early 2nd for him from a rebuilding team hoping for a 2027 comeback, take it.
  • Rebuilders: DO NOT BUY. Achilles injuries sap explosiveness, which is Kittle's superpower.

For Playoff Fantasy / DFS: Where to Pivot?

With Kittle and Davis out, value opens up elsewhere.

1. The Buffalo Pivot: Dalton Kincaid

With Davis out, the middle of the field belongs to Kincaid.

• Projection: 8+ targets vs. Jaguars defense.
• DFS Verdict: Core Play.

2. The 49ers Pivot: Deebo Samuel

Without Kittle, Purdy needs a safety valve. Deebo's usage in the short passing game should spike.

• DFS Verdict: High Upside Play.

3. The "Fade": Puka Nacua

If Stafford's finger limits deep throws, Puka's ceiling is capped. Kyren Williams might see 25+ touches instead.

• Strategy: Pivot to Kyren Williams in DFS lineups.

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