@ Dre Greenlaw’s exit from San Francisco looked like a tough break for a defense built on speed and discipline, but SF pushed a cost-conscious path that prioritized health over a long-term deal. Denver seized the moment, bringing Greenlaw in, only to see a quad injury hobble him in Week 1 and potentially push back his season debut. The clash of philosophies—SF’s cap-savvy prudence vs. Broncos’ high-energy gamble—shapes early-season fantasy angles on both sides. The fallout touches SF’s linebacker depth and Denver’s defensive ceiling, with immediate relevance to Week 2 planning and daily fantasy lineups.

For fantasy managers, this is a cautionary tale about health and role clarity. SF likely leans more on Fred Warner and mid-round backups, while Denver bets on Greenlaw’s leadership and playmaking upside, provided the leg holds up. Early-season projections should hinge on practice reports and snap counts as the teams navigate the return-to-field timeline and the LB rotation behind the marquee players.