Baker Mayfield Benched In Week 5 Loss

Carolina Panthers quarterback Baker Mayfield completed 20 of 36 pass attempts for 215 yards and one interception in a 37-15 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Mayfield was also sacked four times before being pulled for PJ Walker in the fourth quarter. The 27-year-old has been putrid on the field and for fantasy purposes so […]

Chargers Defense Gives Up 28 Points In Week 5

The Los Angeles Chargers defense/special teams failed to deliver for fantasy purposes in a Week 5 victory over the Cleveland Browns. The Chargers did come away with one interception, but allowed 28 points and did not record any sacks. They are a difficult unit to depend on, especially with Joey Bosa (groin) injured, but could […]

Taylor Bertolet Perfect In Debut With Chargers

Los Angeles Chargers kicker Taylor Bertolet drilled all three of his field goal attempts and three extra-point tries in a 30-28 victory over the Cleveland Browns. Bertolet was activated earlier this weekend with starter Dustin Hopkins (quad) injured, and he delivered for the Chargers and fantasy managers in his NFL debut. While it's unclear if […]

Joshua Kelley Impresses In Week 5 Win

Los Angeles Chargers running back Joshua Kelley handled 10 rushing attempts for 49 yards and a touchdown, adding two receptions for 33 yards on two targets in the team's Week 5 victory over the Cleveland Browns. Kelley out-touched Sony Michel for the first time this season and may have solidified himself as the Chargers' clear […]

Joshua Palmer Struggles In Week 5 Win

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Joshua Palmer finished with three receptions for 24 yards on six targets in a 30-28 victory over the Cleveland Browns. Palmer was questionable heading into Sunday with an ankle injury but was declared active in the morning. He commanded the second-most targets on the team but dropped two passes and […]

Gerald Everett Disappears In Week 5 Victory

Los Angeles Chargers tight end Gerald Everett recorded just one catch for two yards on three targets in the team's Week 5 victory against the Cleveland Browns. This was a surprising down game for Everett who has been a reliable option for Justin Herbert with Keenan Allen (hamstring) sidelined. The fantasy tight end landscape is […]

Mike Williams Tops Century Mark Again In Week 5 Win

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams tallied 10 receptions on 13 targets and racked up 134 yards in a Week 5 victory over the Cleveland Browns. Williams posted season-high totals in targets, receptions, and yardage in this one as he continues to be the favorite weapon of Justin Herbert in Keenan Allen's (hamstring) absence. […]

Austin Ekeler Has Another Monster Performance In Week 5 Win

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler handled 16 carries for 173 yards and a touchdown and hauled in all four of his targets for 26 yards and a score in a Week 5 victory over the Cleveland Browns. This marks two consecutive weeks of multiple touchdowns for Ekeler, who was unable to find the […]

Justin Herbert Has Modest Showing In Narrow Victory

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert completed 22 of 34 pass attempts for 228 yards and a touchdown, adding 13 rushing yards on five carries in a 30-28 win over the Cleveland Browns. Herbert was unable to get much going for fantasy purposes in the second half after throwing his only score of the day […]

Saints DST A Middling Option For Week 5

The New Orleans Saints defense/special teams has not been a reliable unit for fantasy to begin the season and will face a Seattle Seahawks team that is surprisingly 11th in the league in points scored per game. This is mainly due to Seattle's 48-point explosion in Week 4, though, as the offense was not nearly […]

Adam Trautman A Weak Play In Week 5

New Orleans Saints tight end Adam Trautman led the team in tight end snaps last week and will look to stay involved in a Week 5 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. Although his snap count has increased every week, the 25-year-old has only managed four targets and receptions for 46 yards so far this season. […]

Jimmie Ward To Make Regular Season Debut In Week 5

The San Francisco 49ers activated defensive back Jimmie Ward to their active roster ahead of a Week 5 matchup with the Carolina Panthers. The 31-year-old sustained a hamstring injury in August and was placed on Injured Reserve, forcing him to miss the first four games of the season. Ward has finished top-three on the 49ers […]

Tony Jones Jr. Waived By Saints

The New Orleans Saints waived running back Tony Jones Jr. on Saturday. The 24-year-old appeared in just two games this season and was a healthy scratch in Weeks 3 and 4. The Saints will move forward with Alvin Kamara (ribs), Mark Ingram, and Dwayne Washington as their rostered backs, but could look to sign Jones […]

Duane Brown Activated From Injured Reserve

The New York Jets have activated offensive tackle Duane Brown from Injured Reserve ahead of the team's Week 5 matchup against the Miami Dolphins. The veteran is yet to suit up in the 2022 regular season after suffering a shoulder injury in early September, but has practiced all week and will make his Jets debut […]

Russell Wilson Receives Injection For Shoulder Pain

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson reportedly traveled to Los Angeles on Friday to receive an injection intended to alleviate discomfort he is experiencing near his throwing shoulder. Wilson has a strained latissimus dorsi that he plans to continue playing through. The 33-year-old signal-caller has struggled mightily to begin his ride as a Bronco, so hopefully […]

Tyquan Thornton Elevated To Active Roster

New England Patriots wide receiver Tyquan Thornton has been activated onto the team's 53-man roster ahead of a Week 5 bout with the Detroit Lions. The rookie returned to practice earlier this week after suffering a collarbone injury in August that landed him on Injured Reserve. It's unclear how involved Thornton will be right away, […]

Harrison Butker To Miss Week 5

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker (ankle) was unable to practice this week and has subsequently been ruled out ahead of the team's Week 5 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. Butker has not taken the field since the season opener. Matt Ammendola replaced him initially, but after a shaky performance in Week 3, he […]

Mark Ingram II Not A Fantasy Option For Week 5

New Orleans Saints running back Mark Ingram II drew the start in Week 4 but is likely to be relegated to a backup role in a Week 5 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. Alvin Kamara (ribs) is officially listed as questionable but stated that he feels good and plans to play on Sunday. Ingram sustained […]

Chris Olave A Fantasy WR2 For Week 5

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave has had a hot start to his rookie season and should continue to be highly targeted in a Week 5 matchup with the Seattle Seahawks. He was already leading the Saints in targets through three weeks with Michael Thomas (foot) in the lineup, and with the veteran set […]

Michael Bandy Elevated To Active Roster

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Michael Bandy has been elevated to the active roster ahead of the team's Week 5 matchup against the Cleveland Browns. Bandy was activated in Week 4 and played on 29 percent of offensive snaps, hauling in both of his two targets and gaining 49 yards. With Keenan Allen (hamstring) ruled […]

Juju Smith-Schuster Dealing With Hamstring Tightness

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (hamstring) was a full participant in practice on Thursday and Friday but had his hamstring tighten and was limited during Saturday's session. Head coach Andy Reid stated that he believes Smith-Schuster will suit up on Monday against the Las Vegas Raiders. Fantasy managers relying on Smith-Schuster may want […]

Treylon Burks Placed On Injured Reserve

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Treylon Burks (toe) was placed on Injured Reserve. The rookie was beginning to see an uptick in opportunities before injuring his toe in the team's victory over the Indianapolis Colts last Sunday. He was ruled out for Week 5 on Friday but now will be inactive until at least Week 9. […]

Taylor Bertolet Elevated To Chargers Roster

The Los Angeles Chargers elevated kicker Taylor Bertolet to their active roster ahead of a Week 5 matchup with the Cleveland Browns. With starter Dustin Hopkins (quad) questionable, Bertolet may have an opportunity to kick in Sunday's contest. In his seven-year professional career, Bertolet has never appeared in a regular season NFL game. Fantasy managers […]

Maxx Williams Released By Cardinals

The Arizona Cardinals released tight end Maxx Williams (knee, ankle) on Friday. Williams played behind veteran Zach Ertz and rookie Trey McBride in Week 4 and failed to earn a target through four weeks this season. The 28-year-old is reportedly dealing with knee and ankle injuries and Cardinals general manager Steve Keim expressed interest in […]

Minkah Fitzpatrick Practices In Full, Will Play In Week 5

Pittsburgh Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick (knee) practiced in full on Friday and will suit up for a Week 5 bout with the Buffalo Bills. This is excellent news for a Pittsburgh defense that has struggled for the past three weeks and is already without 2021 Defensive Player of the Year T.J. Watt (pectoral). Fitzpatrick has […]

Darren Waller A Full-Go In Friday's Walkthrough

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Darren Waller (shoulder) was a full participant in the team's walkthrough practice on Friday. Waller has been dealing with a shoulder ailment that forced him to be limited in Thursday's practice, but does not currently have an injury designation and should be on track to play on Monday night against […]

Tyler Kroft To Miss Week 5

San Francisco 49ers tight end Tyler Kroft (knee) has been ruled out ahead of the team's Week 5 matchup with the Carolina Panthers. Kroft sustained a sprained MCL in Week 2 and has not played since. George Kittle will continue to get the bulk of the tight end snaps and targets with Ross Dwelley operating […]

Tyrion Davis-Price Out Again In Week 5

San Francisco 49ers running back Tyrion Davis-Price (ankle) has been ruled out for the team's Week 5 bout with the Carolina Panthers. The rookie suffered a high ankle sprain in Week 2 and will be sidelined for a third consecutive contest. In his absence, Jordan Mason will continue to backup Jeff Wilson Jr., but is […]

Jameis Winston Doubtful To Play In Week 5

New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston (back, ankle) has been listed as doubtful for the team's Week 5 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. Winston was unable to practice all week and was sidelined in Week 4 with the same ailments. Head coach Dennis Allen has already announced that veteran Andy Dalton will draw his second […]

Alvin Kamara Officially Questionable For Week 5

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (ribs) has been listed as questionable on the team's final injury report heading into a Week 5 matchup with the Seattle Seahawks. Kamara was a limited participant in practice all week and stated that he feels good and plans to suit up. Luckily for fantasy managers, the Saints […]