Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups - Rico Dowdle, Michael Carter, Nick Chubb Fantasy Football Outlooks

In Week 6 of the NFL season, many backfields saw the No. 2 option emerge due to numerous reasons. In Arizona and Carolina, the top option was injured, which allowed the backup to be pushed up the depth chart and given a much larger opportunity. In this piece, we will look at three of the […]

Jalen Coker Expected to Practice on Wednesday

According to Joe Person of The Athletic, Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jalen Coker (quadriceps) is slated to have his practice window opened prior to Wednesday's practice. This is an excellent sign for the second-year wideout, as he has been on the injured reserve since the beginning of the season. While he was unable to return […]

High-Upside Bench Stashes: Sneaky Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Adds Before Week 5

Hey RotoBallers! Week 4 taught us the importance of stashing upside players. We saw many high-end players suffer season-ending injuries, and even earlier this week, top players like Trey Benson (knee) were placed on the injured reserve. As we approach Week 5, we will spotlight several players who have begun to carve out prominent roles […]

Best Week 5 RB Streamers - Fantasy Football Running Backs to Pickup and Start

Through the opening month of this season, fantasy managers have seen many high-end running backs suffer season-ending injuries, which have forced managers to look to the waiver wire. In addition, earlier this week, the Cardinals placed Trey Benson (knee) on the IR, and the Panthers will be without top running back Chuba Hubbard (calf). As […]

Best Week 5 WR Streamers - Fantasy Football Wide Receivers to Pickup and Start

Welcome to our Week 5 wide receiver streamers for fantasy football - some of our favorite WR options to pickup and start for your fantasy lineups. Through the first four games of the season, many fantasy managers have likely been disappointed by their top wide receivers, unless they drafted Puka Nacua or Amon-Ra St. Brown. […]

Time to Drop Joe Mixon? Fantasy Football Week 5 Waiver Wire Outlook (2025)

Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon (foot) has been sidelined throughout the entire regular season due to a foot injury. Mixon initially hit the non-football injury/reserve list at the start of the season. Even though his practice window could open, Mixon has yet to return to the field, suggesting he is still several weeks away […]

Running Back Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 5 (2025)

The running back position has been hit hard by injuries over the past two weeks. In Week 3, managers watched as James Conner (foot) and Najee Harris (Achilles) suffered season-ending injuries. Earlier this week, Trey Benson (knee) hit the IR, and Bucky Irving (foot) is in danger of not only missing Week 5 but potentially […]

NFL MVP Power Rankings: Top 10 Candidates Ahead of Week 5

Even though we only have four weeks of NFL action in the books, it is never too early to start looking at the MVP race. Which players have given themselves an early lead? Who has made a surprising...

Best Week 5 QB Streamers - Fantasy Football Quaterbacks to Pickup and Start

With bye weeks underway, many managers could be without their starting QBs. This weekend, Caleb Williams and Jordan Love are among the must-start options who are not playing in Week 5. As a result, managers will turn to the agency to find a one-week replacement. However, with numerous options available, it is essential for managers […]

Best Week 5 Kicker Streamers - Fantasy Football Kickers to Pickup and Start

While the kicker position is often overlooked, it can be the difference between winning and losing your match in Week 5. While managers are quick to place the blame on their underperforming FLEX option, if they had selected the correct kicker on waivers, it likely would have led them to a victory. With bye weeks […]

Should I Pickup Rico Dowdle or Trevor Etienne? Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

The Carolina Panthers are slated to be without top running back Chuba Hubbard (calf) this weekend. While Hubbard was able to play through this injury in Week 4, it appears he is dealing with a setback. As a result, their No. 2 and No. 3 options are slated to take on a significant workload this […]

J.J. McCarthy Ruled Out for Week 5

Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (ankle) has officially been ruled out for their Week 5 contest against the Cleveland Browns. McCarthy has been sidelined since suffering this high ankle sprain during their Week 2 loss to the Atlanta Falcons. As a result, fantasy managers should expect Carson Wentz to receive his third-straight start. Wentz threw […]

Chuba Hubbard Not Expected to Play on Sunday

According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard (calf) is not expected to play on Sunday against the Miami Dolphins. Rapoport noted that Hubbard has not practiced this week and is unlikely to turn the corner in time. As a result, the team's No. 2 running back Rico Dowdle […]

Jaylen Waddle, Jordan Addison, Jameson Williams: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 5

The wide receiver position has been difficult to navigate early in the season. Many top studs at the positions like A.J. Brown, Ladd McConkey, and Brian Thomas Jr. have been major disappointments in relation to their ADP. In this piece, we will look at three wide receivers who were likely drafted in the middle rounds who have also […]

When Will Joe Mixon Return and Be Back? Fantasy Football Injury Update for Week 5 (2025)

Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon (foot) has been on the non-football injury/reserve list since the beginning of the season. The team has not provided any significant updates on its status, leaving managers in a difficult position. While he is eligible to return in Week 5, seeing that he has yet to practice suggests he […]

Woody Marks, Cam Skattebo, Quinshon Judkins: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 5

After a slow start to the season, rookie running backs have begun to emerge as must-start fantasy options. Even the high-end rookies, like Omarion Hampton and Ashton Jeanty, recently broke out of their early-season slump. In this piece, we will look at three other rookie RBs who have begun to take over the top role […]

Michael Carter, Emari Demercado, Rachaad White: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 5

The running back position has been hit hard by injuries over the past two weeks. In this piece, we will spotlight three running backs who are poised to take on larger roles as a result in Week 5. With Trey Benson (knee) hitting the IR, both Michael Carter and Emari Demercado could emerge as potential […]

NFL WR Power Rankings: Every Team's Top Wide Receiver for Week 5

With Week 4 in the books, let’s rank each team’s top wide receiver ahead of Week 5. While some teams have several high-end pas catchers, in this ranking, we only include one representa...

Kendrick Bourne, Demarcus Robinson, Jake Tonges: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 5

The San Francisco 49ers are currently dealing with many injuries to key offensive players. For their Week 5 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, on Thursday evening, they will be without starting QB Brock Purdy, top wide receivers Jauan Jennings and Ricky Pearsall, and starting tight end George Kittle. As a result, many players who […]

Chuba Hubbard Viewed as Day-to-Day

According to Steve Reed of The Associated Press, Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard (calf) is viewed as day-to-day. However, Reed noted that Hubbard still needs more time to recover from this injury. The top running back was sidestepping during Wendedya's initial practice session. While he was able to play out the past weekend during […]

Jayden Daniels Plans to Return on Sunday

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (knee) expects to be back in action on Sunday when the Commanders travel to Los Angeles to face the Chargers. When asked about his recovery, the reigning Offensive Rookie of the Year said, "I plan on going out there Sunday." Daniels has missed the last two contests due to a […]

CeeDee Lamb Sheds Walking Boot, Making Progress in Recovery

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (ankle) was not seen wearing a boot during Wednesday's practice. This is an excellent sign for his status, as he was unable to play in Week 4 in their contest against the Green Bay Packers due to a high ankle sprain. While Lamb will face an uphill battle to […]

Should I Pickup Emari Demercado or Michael Carter? Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

The Arizona Cardinals backfield has been hit hard by injuries. In their Week 3 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, top running back James Conner (foot) suffered a season-ending injury. Then, on Wednesday afternoon, the Cardinals opted to place their new starter, Trey Benson, on the injured reserve list due to a knee injury. As […]

Michael Carter Taking First Snaps During Wednesday's Practice

According to Theo Mackie of AZCentral Sports, Cardinals running back Michael Carter was seen taking first-team reps during Wednesday's practice. This is important to note as the team placed starting running back Trey Benson (knee) on the injured reserve on Wednesday. Carter figures to split work with Emari Demercado. However, seeing that Carter is already […]

Week 5 Waiver Wire Pickups - Sean Tucker, Jalen Coker, Kareem Hunt Fantasy Football Outlooks

Injuries have begun to hit fantasy football. Over the past two weeks, managers have seen several high-end players suffer serious injuries, including Malik Nabers (knee), CeeDee Lamb (ankle), and James Conner (foot). As a result, several lower-end players have begun to carve out more prominent roles and could become league-winning options. So, should you pick […]

Should I Pickup Rachaad White or Sean Tucker? Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

Starting running back Bucky Irving suffered a foot injury during their Week 4 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Although this injury did not limit his workload in the game, he was seen using crutches and a walking boot during Wednesday's practice. As a result, their No. 2 and No. 3 running backs could see […]

Week 5 Waiver Wire Pickups - Rachaad White, Michael Carter, Ollie Gordon II Fantasy Football Outlooks

Numerous injuries have hit the running back position over the past two weeks. In Week 3, fantasy managers saw James Conner and Najee Harris both suffer severe injuries. In Week 4, Bucky Irving and Trey Benson both walked away from their respective games with an injury, which puts their status for Week 5 in doubt. […]

Time to Drop Ladd McConkey? Fantasy Football Week 5 Waiver Wire Outlook (2025)

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey has been one of the most disappointing fantasy assets this season. After being selected in the late second round of most drafts, the young wideout has only been able to eclipse double-digit PPR points in one game and has averaged a modest 8.3 PPR points per game. Should […]

Ricky Pearsall Still Sidelined with Knee Injury on Tuesday

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall (knee) was unable to practice on Tuesday due to a knee injury. This was his second straight day sitting out in practice. Fantasy managers should closely monitor his status on Wednesday as he appears to be in danger of missing their contest on Thursday evening against the Los […]

Week 5 Waiver Wire Pickups - Darren Waller, Isaiah Davis, Malik Washington Fantasy Football Outlooks

There was a significant fantasy fallout following their Monday Night Football contests between the AFC East divisional foes, the Miami Dolphins and the New York Jets. The Jets lost running back Braelon Allen to a knee injury, and the Dolphins lost Tyreek Hill to a significant knee injury for the remainder of the season. So, […]