Jerome Ford A High-End RB2 In Week 5

Cleveland Browns running back Jerome Ford has been active in the passing game this season, catching 17 passes for 85 yards through four games. The veteran tailback will look to keep it up in Week 5's road matchup against the Washington Commanders. The Commanders have struggled on defense this season, allowing the 11th-most fantasy points […]

Dontayvion Wicks Ready To Smash In Week 5

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks is set to start for the team as they head west to Los Angeles and SoFi Stadium to take on the Rams in Week 5. Wicks smashed last week in the Packers' rally that fell short against the Vikings, with five receptions, 78 yards and two touchdowns. After […]

Deshaun Watson A Sneaky Option In Week 5

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson has struggled for a good portion of the 2024 season, throwing for just 727 yards, four touchdowns, and three interceptions through four games. He has a good chance to bounce back, however, in Week 5's road matchup against the Washington Commanders. Washington's defense has struggled against quarterbacks this season, allowing […]

Boone Jenner Suffers Upper-Body Injury During Friday's Practice

Columbus Blue Jackets forward Boone Jenner (upper body) suffered an injury during Friday's practice, according to Aaron Portzline of The Athletic. The Blue Jackets captain was hit hard along the boards and had to leave the ice. The 31-year-old should be considered day-to-day for the time being, as he has not been ruled out for […]

Raheem Mostert Returning In Week 5

Miami Dolphins running backs Raheem Mostert (chest) and Jeff Wilson Jr. (knee) have both been cleared to play in Week 5 on Sunday against the division-rival New England Patriots. Mostert has been out of action since the season-opening win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. He was limited in practice on Wednesday and Thursday before being taken […]

Jets Defense In A Tough Spot In Week 5

The New York Jets defense will look to slow down a hot Minnesota Vikings offense in Week 5's London game. The Vikings have been a pleasant surprise on offense this season, ranking fourth in the league in points scored per game (29.0) and 10th in yards per game (356.8). The Jets boast a quality defense […]

Wheels Up For Jayden Reed’s WR1 Prospects In Week 5

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed has a beautiful matchup on tap as the Packers travel west to face the Los Angeles Rams in Week 5. Last week, Reed put up a WR2 overall week with 139 receiving on seven receptions, adding a touchdown grab in the Packers' comeback bid that fell short to […]

Cody Martin Considered As Day-To-Day

Charlotte Hornets forward Cody Martin (thumb) is currently considered day-to-day and won't suit up for Sunday's preseason opener. Martin suffered a thumb laceration and a sprained wrist while attempting to make a block during training camp. The 29-year-old is only expected to miss a few days and should be fine for Opening Night. The veteran […]

William Karlsson Remains Questionable For Season Opener

Vegas Golden Knights forward William Karlsson (undisclosed) will not play in the preseason finale on Saturday and remains questionable for the season opener on Wednesday evening. Karlsson has remained sidelined during practices since the end of September with an undisclosed injury. At first, the 31-year-old was sidelined for maintenance purposes, but seeing that his absence […]

Josh Jacobs A Solid RB1 In Week 5

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs has a solid matchup on tap as the Packers head to SoFi Stadium to face the Los Angeles Rams in Week 5. While Jacobs has been solid this season, he hasn't put up a top-20 fantasy finish in any of the four games he's played this season despite […]

Josh Giddey Practices On Friday

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (ankle) was on the court for 5-on-5 scrimmage during Friday's practice. The young guard has been battling with an ankle injury throughout the offseason. Luckily, it appears Giddey is back to full health which is great news as the regular season gets closer. Giddey figures to take over as the […]

Matthew Poitras Remains Day-To-Day, Could Miss Start Of Season

Boston Bruins forward Matthew Poitras (undisclosed) remains day-to-day and could be in danger of missing the season opener on Tuesday evening, according to Scott McLaughlin of The Skate Pod. Poitras has only been able to play in three preseason games so far but participated in full throughout the development camp earlier this offseason. The 20-year-old's […]

Greg Zuerlein A Low-End Option In Week 5

New York Jets kicker Greg Zuerlein will head to London to take on the Minnesota Vikings in London in Week 5. Zuerlein has been a bit erratic of late, having missed two of his six attempts over the past two games. He will look to get back on track but he may have a hard […]

Lonzo Ball Active During Friday's Practice

Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball (knee) was an active participant during Friday's practice and 5-on-5 scrimmage. The 26-year-old is hopeful to be on the court for Opening Night. Ball hasn't suited up for a game since January 2022, so it's great to see him getting back on the court. It's unclear what kind of role […]

Josh Hines-Allen Questionable For Week 5

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Josh Hines-Allen (concussion) is listed as questionable for Week 5 against the division-rival Indianapolis Colts. In addition to Hines-Allen, linebackers Yasir Abdullah and Devin Lloyd and safeties Darnell Savage (quadriceps) and Daniel Thomas (hamstring) are questionable. Hines-Allen missed practice on Wednesday but was listed as limited on Thursday and Friday, so […]

Fire Up Tucker Kraft As A TE1 Against The Rams In Week 5

Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft is trending upwards for the Packers and with Luke Musgrave (ankle) not having logged any practice time this week, Kraft should be in line for a massive workload as the Packers face the Rams in Week 5. Last week, Kraft ran more routes per dropback (86%) than he […]

Deebo Samuel - Week 5 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Must-Start POSITIONAL VALUE: WR2 with WR1 Upside ANALYSIS: If you sit someone like San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr., you deserve to see him make plays like this. He's electric. A pissed off Deebo Samuel just quieted all of Philadelphia. Holy smokes.pic.twitter.com/CVghcc8yz3 — Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) December 3, 2023 Samuel has […]

Travis Etienne Jr., Tank Bigsby Cleared For Week 5

Jacksonville Jaguars running backs Travis Etienne Jr. (shoulder) and Tank Bigsby (shoulder) were both limited in practice all week and have been removed from the final injury report for Week 5 on Friday. They will both be active on Sunday to take on the division-rival Indianapolis Colts. Even though Bigsby is coming off his best […]

Robert Williams III To Miss Two Weeks

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (hamstring) will miss at least the next two weeks of action. Ugh, Williams was limited to six games last season and now he's injured before the regular season begins. He suffered a Grade 1 hamstring strain, so the team will re-evaluate him in two weeks. His absence should […]

Brian Robinson Jr. Listed As Questionable

Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. (knee) was officially listed as questionable for the Week 5 contest against the Cleveland Browns. Robinson popped up on the injury report this week and was unable to practice on Wednesday and Thursday. However, he returned to the field with a limited practice on Friday to give himself […]

Bryan Rust Deemed Day-To-Day

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Bryan Rust (lower body) is considered day-to-day, according to Michelle Crechiolo of Pens Inside Scoop. Crechiolo further reported that head coach Mike Sullivan said the winger is "trying to manage through it." The 32-year-old was also ruled out for Friday's preseason finale. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status through the […]

Dante Exum Could Require Surgery

Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum (hand) could end up missing an extended period of time. Exum suffered a severe right wrist injury that could require surgery. The Mavs are evaluating treatment options, but it seems likely that Exum is going to miss the beginning of the regular season. Exum figured to serve as a depth […]

Jordan Love Set To Return QB1 Value Against Rams

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (knee) was limited in practice on Wednesday but turned in two full practices on Thursday and Friday and was not on the final injury report heading into Week 5's matchup with the Los Angeles Rams. Love's first game since a knee injury in Week 1 was excellent, as he […]

Michael Mayer Won't Play In Week 5

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer (personal) missed practice all week and has been ruled out for the Week 5 contest on the road in Denver against the division-rival Broncos. Mayer left the team to tend to a personal matter last week, so this will be his second straight absence. It's bad timing for […]

Is Joe Mixon Injured or Playing In Week 5? Should I Start Cam Akers For Fantasy Football?

Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon looked like a slam dunk of a draft pick when he gashed the Indianapolis Colts in Week 1 for 26.80 PPR fantasy points. Indy didn't have an answer for Mixon's blend of power, change-of-direction skills and speed, and he rushed for 159 yards and a touchdown. He averaged 5.3 […]

Maxx Crosby Questionable For Raiders Defense

Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (ankle), who missed the first game of his career in the Week 4 win over the Cleveland Browns, is listed as questionable for Week 5 against the division-rival Denver Broncos on Sunday. Crosby missed practice on Wednesday and Thursday but returned to a limited session on Friday, giving […]

Johnathan Kovacevic Tallies Two Points On Friday

New Jersey Devils defenseman Johnathan Kovacevic tallied a goal and an assist in his New Jersey debut on Friday afternoon. The former Montreal Canadian earned the primary assist on the opening goal of the game, which was scored by forward Stefan Noesen in the first period. Later in the opening frame, Kovacevic found the back […]

Packers D/ST A Starting Option Against Rams In Week 5

The Green Bay Packers defense and special teams unit heads west to play the Los Angeles Rams in Week 5 and could be a solid unit to start in fantasy this week. The Rams' offense has been decimated by injury with Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua this season, whittling the pass-catchers down to Demarcus Robinson, […]

Zamir White Downgraded To Out

Las Vegas Raiders running back Zamir White (groin) was considered doubtful to play in Week 5 against the division-rival Denver Broncos on Sunday, but he's now officially been ruled out after missing practice all week. The disappointing White is probably being dropped in shallower fantasy formats after disappointing through the first three weeks and now […]

Is Christian Watson Injured or Playing In Week 5? Should I Start Dontayvion Wicks For Fantasy Football?

The Green Bay Packers entered the 2024 season with arguably the deepest wide receiver room in the league. That depth will be tested on Sunday. Christian Watson and Romeo Doubs appeared on the team's injury report this week. That's two of Green Bay's three starting wide receivers. Below, we dive into the chances of Watson […]