Cole Kmet Fantasy Hub: Week 17 Injury Update, Start ‘Em/Sit ‘Em Advice, Points Projection, and Weather Impact

The Chicago Bears will visit the San Francisco 49ers in Week 17. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding TE Cole Kmet.

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Is Cole Kmet Playing in Week 17?

Kmet is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.

We’ll continue to monitor the Bears’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.

Should You Start or Sit Kmet in Week 17?

Even in a game without two of their primary receivers, Cole Kmet finished with just 14 yards (fifth on the team).

He ran more routes than Colston Loveland, but he earned fewer targets and it was the rookie getting the red zone touch. It’s become very clear that Kmet’s impact in the fantasy world is the value he takes away from Loveland and not anything he holds as an isolated option at the position.

There is no truly “bad” streaming option at tight end because so little separates TE11 and TE24 in a given week, but there are “bad” process plays and Kmet would certainly fall into that bucket.

Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.

Kmet’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 17

Kmet is projected to score 4.6 fantasy points in PPR formats.

We project Kmet to have 2 receptions for 19 yards and 0.1 touchdowns. Kmet could also add 0 rushing yards.

Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.

Week 17 Weather Impact: Bears at 49ers

The forecast for kickoff is 60 degrees Fahrenheit with 13 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.