Week 10 at Green Bay Packers
The Brock Osweiler experience continues at Lambeau Field, with the Dolphins having an extremely low implied team total of fewer than 20 points in Week 10. Despite some early success for the Brock Lobster due to ridiculous run after catch production from his receivers, he's come back down to Earth. He's posted less than 10 points in consecutive weeks. There's no reason to start Osweiler in Week 10.
Week 8 vs. New York Jets
Brocktober gives way to Brockvember, as there's still no sign of Ryan Tannehill's return. And last week, the Osweiler we all know and love returned, capped by what may have been the first backward incomplete pass any of us have ever seen. It was truly a remarkable accomplishment for Brock Nation. So are we going to suggest Osweiler back in Hard Brock Stadium against the Jets? Nah.
Week 8 at Houston Texans (Thursday)
Brocktoberfest rolls on in H-Town without two key members of the Dolphins receiving core - Kenny Stills and Albert Wilson. Houston is a good match-up in terms of aFPA to QBs, but Miami has the second lowest implied team total on the Week 8 slate of 18.5. Without a full array of weapons, we cannot recommend Osweiler as a streaming option.
Week 7 vs. Detroit Lions
Brocktober! Osweiler brocked you like a hurricane last week to the tune of 24 fantasy points, but if you watched that game you know most of the production came on runs after the catch. We aren't exactly bracing for Brock mania in Week 7. The Dolphins are still among the worst in the league in plays per game, and Osweiler still threw two picks against Chicago. Hard pass on Osweiler as any kind of potential streaming quarterback this week.
Week 17 vs. Kansas City Chiefs
In another poor showing on the road, Brock Osweiler and the Denver offense struggled to move the ball at Washington last week. The QB finished with 193 passing yards and an interception, and was sacked 4 times. It was the first time, in five appearances, he failed to toss at least one touchdown this season. At the end of October in Kansas City, Trevor Siemian threw for 198 yards with 1 TD and 3 interceptions. The Chiefs have nothing to play for, which could lead to a decent fantasy day if Osweiler is the Denver starter.
Week 16 at Washington
After Trevor Siemian left last Thursday night’s game at Indianapolis with a shoulder injury, Brock Osweiler became the first QB in NFL history to throw for 2 TDs and run for another after not starting. In the comeback win, Osweiler gave the offense a spark, going 12-of-17 for 194 yards. His multiple passing TD performance was his first of the season, despite starting three contests in November. If he is the starter, Osweiler had extra time to prepare for Washington's No. 16 ranked pass defense, but he should only be used as a low-end QB2 option, if named the starter.
Week 12 at Oakland Raiders
Brock Osweiler has been replaced by Paxton Lynch as the Broncos starting QB this week.
Week 11 vs. Cincinnati Bengals
In the loss to the Patriots last Sunday night, Brock Osweiler threw for 221 yards with 1 touchdown and 1 interception. Denver was again behind early, which forced the QB into passing downs for much of the game. In his two starts, Osweiler has tossed for over 200 yards with 1 TD in each, but the Broncos offense continues to struggle to put the ball in the end zone. The Bengals are No. 5 against the pass, so there is little reason for Osweiler to even be on a fantasy roster.
Week 10 vs. New England Patriots
In his first start of the season last Sunday at Philadelphia, Brock Osweiler struggled. He completed just 50% of his passes (19-of-38) for 208 yards and 1 TD. He was picked off twice and sacked 3 times in the blowout loss. The Broncos offense continues to have all sorts of problems, regardless of who is under center. While the Patriots are last in the NFL versus the pass, they’ve had two weeks to prepare for the night game in Denver. Only consider Osweiler as a desperation start.
Week 9 at Philadelphia Eagles
Brock Osweiler will be the starting QB for the Broncos on Sunday, replacing Trevor Siemian. Osweiler is in his second stint with Denver and is familiar with Mike McCoy's offense. He has a stronger arm than Siemian, but his accuracy is lacking. Even though he'll be facing the No. 26 pass defense in the Eagles, Osweiler should only be started if you're out of other options.