Broncos Fantasy Football Advice for Week 4 of the 2026 Season

The Denver Broncos will look to win their third consecutive game when they travel to Levi’s Stadium to face the undefeated San Francisco 49ers in Week 4.

The matchup presents several difficult fantasy decisions, with San Francisco’s defense creating challenges for Denver’s offense while injuries and inconsistent production have complicated the outlook for several Broncos players. At the same time, a few of Denver’s players could still provide value depending on league format and roster construction.

Here is a look at how fantasy managers should approach all 11 relevant Broncos players heading into Week 4:

Bo Nix: Start in Superflex and 2QB Leagues

Bo Nix should remain on fantasy benches in most standard one-quarterback leagues, but he is worth starting in Superflex and 2QB formats.

The 49ers have a strong defense, but the unit is not invincible. Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett completed 38 of 52 passes for 280 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions against San Francisco in Week 3. He also added a rushing touchdown.

It is not unreasonable to think Nix could deliver a similar performance against the 49ers. Nix threw two touchdowns and rushed for another against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 3, and Denver could be forced to rely heavily on his arm if San Francisco is able to slow down the Broncos’ running game.

However, Nix has rushed for just 15 yards through three games in 2026. That limited rushing production still makes him difficult to trust in standard leagues, where his fantasy ceiling is more dependent on his passing numbers.

J.K. Dobbins: Sit

J.K. Dobbins should be left on the bench in all formats heading into Week 4.

Dobbins has been extremely inefficient to begin the 2026 season, averaging just 2.9 yards per carry against Los Angeles in Week 3. He has rushed for just 121 yards through three games and has yet to score a rushing touchdown.

His lack of involvement as a receiver makes matters even worse. Dobbins has caught just one pass for four yards this season, giving him almost no receiving floor in PPR formats.

Until Dobbins starts producing more consistently on the ground or becomes more involved in the passing game, fantasy managers should look elsewhere for production at running back.

RJ Harvey: FLEX in 12+ Team PPR Leagues

RJ Harvey is worth flexing in PPR leagues with 12 or more teams, particularly for fantasy managers dealing with injuries at running back.

Harvey has not received consistent volume as a ball carrier, but his involvement in the passing game gives him some additional fantasy upside. He caught six passes for 41 yards against the Rams in Week 3 while receiving seven targets.

The biggest problem is that Harvey has yet to score a touchdown in 2026, which limits his upside. Still, his receiving involvement gives him a higher floor than Dobbins in PPR formats.

Harvey is not an ideal option, but he can be a viable FLEX play in deeper PPR leagues.

Jonah Coleman: Stash

Jonah Coleman is currently on injured reserve, but fantasy managers should consider stashing him if he is available.

Coleman showed some intriguing potential against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 2, rushing for 39 yards and a touchdown on 10 carries while adding three receptions for 19 yards. His ability to contribute both as a runner and receiver gives him an avenue to fantasy relevance if his opportunity increases.

If Dobbins gets injured or continues to struggle, Coleman could eventually emerge as Denver’s RB1.

Coleman should be rostered in Dynasty leagues and either placed on the taxi squad or injured reserve when those options are available. In redraft leagues with 12 or more teams, he is also worth stashing while he recovers.

Jaylen Waddle: FLEX

Jaylen Waddle is starting to become a much more volatile fantasy option.

Waddle exploded for eight catches and 138 yards against Jacksonville in Week 2, but he has otherwise been quiet. He caught just one pass for two yards against the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 1 and two passes for 10 yards against Los Angeles in Week 3.

Waddle remains talented enough to warrant FLEX consideration, particularly because of his big-play ability. However, his inconsistent involvement means fantasy managers should no longer view him as a must-start player every week.

Courtland Sutton: Sit

Courtland Sutton should remain on fantasy benches regardless of format.

Sutton has caught just eight passes for 82 yards through three games in 2026 and has yet to find the end zone. Without consistent scoring opportunities, he has become heavily dependent on touchdowns to remain fantasy relevant.

Until Sutton becomes more consistently involved in the red zone, there is little reason to trust him in fantasy lineups.

Pat Bryant: FLEX in 12+ Team PPR Leagues

Pat Bryant continues to show enough flashes to remain on the fantasy radar.

Bryant caught two passes for 44 yards and a touchdown against the Rams in Week 3 and also hauled in a pass for a successful two-point conversion. He also caught four passes for 42 yards against Kansas City in Week 1.

That production makes Bryant a desperation FLEX option in PPR leagues with 12 or more teams. For everyone else, he is better viewed as a player to roster and monitor rather than someone who needs to be in the starting lineup.

Troy Franklin: Waiver Wire

Troy Franklin should be left on the bench – if he is even on your roster.

Franklin has caught just two passes for 48 yards through three games and has been targeted only four times. There simply has not been enough involvement to justify starting him in fantasy leagues.

Unless his role changes dramatically, Franklin is better left on the waiver wire.

Evan Engram: Sit

Evan Engram should also remain on fantasy benches heading into Week 4.

Engram looked promising in the Broncos’ season opener against the Chiefs, catching four passes for 43 yards and a touchdown. Since then, however, his production has completely disappeared.

He caught just one pass for one yard against the Jaguars in Week 2 and did not record a reception against Los Angeles in Week 3. Until Engram becomes more consistently involved in Denver’s passing game, fantasy managers should look elsewhere at tight end.

Wil Lutz: Sit

Wil Lutz is another Bronco fantasy managers can leave on the bench.

Lutz has made just three field goals on four attempts through three games in 2026, with a long of just 45 yards. He has also made only five extra points for Denver during that span.

Fantasy managers are better off streaming a kicker with a more favorable matchup in Week 4.

Broncos D/ST: Sit

Denver’s defense should also be left on the bench against the 49ers.

San Francisco has scored at least 27 points in each of its first three games, making this a particularly difficult matchup for the Broncos’ defense. While Denver’s D/ST remains capable of producing fantasy points through sacks and turnovers, the 49ers’ offensive production makes it difficult to trust the Broncos’ defense this week.

Fantasy managers should consider streaming a defense with a more favorable matchup instead. The Baltimore Ravens, for example, face the Tennessee Titans in Week 4 and could provide a more appealing streaming option.