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Brown did most of his damage with third-string quarterback Tanner McKee under center. The star receiver lost a touchdown in the first half due to an offensive holding call but connected with McKee on a 20-yard score late in the third quarter on a nicely thrown back-shoulder pass. Brown played second fiddle to DeVonta Smith in a game that was never competitive. He’s now sitting on a 67-1079-7 line, and may not play in Week 18 with the Eagles already securing the division.

Woods was held off the stat sheet as Xavier Hutchinson drew six looks and John Metchie saw two. Although Woods’ hip injury was undoubtedly a factor, it’s not a great sign for the 32-year-old as he heads to the open market. Limited to 60 catches in two years in Houston, Woods could struggle to find guaranteed money in free agency. Someone would have to really like his leadership ability.

Lions linebacker Jack Campbell collided with Robertson while the two were making a tackle, pinning Roberterson’s arm into the ball carrier. Robertson went down in immediate pain and stayed on the field for a while before walking off with trainers. He was taken to a nearby hospital for further evaluation. It’s yes another devastating blow to a Detroit defense that cannot catch a break with injuries this season.

He was unsurprisingly ruled out at halftime, ending his night. Cosmi had his leg rolled up while blocking for a Brian Robinson touchdown. He went down in pain and needed the help of trainers to limp off the field. Cosmi has started all 18 games for the Commanders this year.

Brown commanded 15 targets across his two December appearances, but the Chiefs’ passing attack went to sleep in this afternoon’s dreary win. We assume Patrick Mahomes and company will be needed for much more against either the Bills or Ravens in the AFC Championship Game, making Brown a better usage bet despite today’s statistical face-plant.

Stunningly, this was the first time in Hopkins’ pro career he was held without a catch. It may be stunning, but it’s not surprising after Hopkins’ usage dwindled down the stretch of the regular season. The 32-year-old’s legs seem to be gone. Nuk’s experience and sure hands could still prove an important factor in the AFC Championship Game, but statistical expectations need to be minimized.

With everything on the line, Hunt ran ahead of Isiah Pacheco, who doesn’t seem to be over his regular season injury issues. That would make Hunt “the DFS play” for conference championship weekend, but this will be a backfield best avoided if you can afford to do so.

Pacheco failed to corral his lone passing-game target. Seemingly nowhere close to 100 percent healthy after his regular season leg and rib injuries, Pacheco was a clear No. 2 to Kareem Hunt on the depth chart this afternoon. Although options are always limited on a four-team slate, Pacheco profiles as a poor DFS bet for conference championship weekend.

Worthy also “added” a -8 yard rush. Unfortunate, though Worthy’s higher volume role from the second half of the regular season carried right over into the playoffs. Worthy also compensated for the blown rush with a circus catch down the left sideline in the first quarter. Getting better but still not the game-breaker he was at Texas, Worthy profiles as an unlikely AFC Championship Game X-factor.

With the Texans hard up for pass catchers, Smith was active for only the seventh time all year. He had another catch called back by holding. His grab that did count was his first of the entire season. Going on 27, 2019 second-rounder Smith has just about faded out of the league.

With the Texans short-handed at receiver and predictably playing from behind, second-year pro Hutchinson set a new season high for targets. It, of course, is never a great sign when your season high for targets is six and it comes under depth chart duress during the playoffs. Going on 25 with only 20 career regular season grabs, Hutchinson should not be considered a 2025 53-man roster lock. He will be given the benefit of the doubt, however, especially since he stands in at 6-foot-3, 210 pounds.