JuJu Smith-Schuster’s role in KC’s offense becomes pivotal with Rashee Rice returning, potentially lifting the overall passing game and creating higher-upside targets for fantasy rosters.

JuJu remains a central target option; Rice’s return introduces more competition for targets but also more wrinkles and space to operate, potentially stabilizing JuJu’s weekly floor.

Involved in an on-field incident with Brian Branch; Chiefs’ offense remains potent as controversy brews.

Chiefs veteran receiver involved in the postgame tension; his perspective and role could influence target share behind Kelce, with fantasy implications based on KC’s evolving game plan.

Smith-Schuster was involved in the postgame confrontation with Branch, culminating in a bloody nose after a scuffle. The incident underscores the high emotions surrounding a contentious loss and could impact narrative and locker-room dynamics, though his on-field role remains central in Kansas City’s potent passing attack.