October 10, 2025
It's been a slow climb for Green Bay Packers wide receiver
Matthew Golden to find fantasy relevance this season, but after the Packers' Week 5 bye, we could finally get some tangible results for Golden. The Packers host the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 6, and Golden is coming off his best week yet, with a season-high six targets, plus five receptions for 58 yards against the Cowboys in Week 4. Not only did he have his most productive week yet, but Golden is also starting to see the field regularly, with route shares of 82 percent and 72 percent in his last two games. In addition, Golden's first-read target shares have increased substantially, with just three first-read targets in the first two weeks of the season, but ramped up to nine in the last two contests. With the Packers seemingly building to a crescendo with Golden's week-by-week improvement, he's a big-time upside flex play for fantasy managers in Week 6.
--Kevin TompkinsSource: RotoBaller
October 10, 2025
Green Bay Packers running back
Emanuel Wilson should be a bit involved in the Packers' offense as the backup running back when Green Bay faces off against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 6. In Week 4, before the team's bye last week, Wilson was more involved in the offense than usual, with eight carries for 44 yards. Wilson also factored in the passing game, catching 3-of-3 targets for 37 yards. Make no mistake, Wilson is firmly behind Jacobs in the pecking order of Packers' running backs, but Wilson continues to widen the gap between himself and
Chris Brooks, who is barely involved in the Packers' normal offense. Wilson would get the first crack at meaningful touches in this strong Packers' offense if Jacobs were to go down, but you're not starting Wilson in fantasy football this week against the Bengals.
--Kevin TompkinsSource: RotoBaller
October 10, 2025
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver
Calvin Austin III (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Browns, according to Brooke Pryor of ESPN. Austin was unable to practice for the third straight day on Friday and will need more time to recover from his shoulder injury that he suffered in their Week 4 win over the Vikings. The 26-year-old has been productive when he's played this season, catching 10 of 17 targets for 139 yards and two touchdowns in four games. The Steelers' offense has struggled in the early part of the season, and puts
D.K. Metcalf as the only wide receiver worth starting against Cleveland in Week 6.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Brooke Pryor
October 10, 2025
Green Bay Packers running back
Josh Jacobs looks to maintain his robust role and bring the production along as the Packers host the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 6. While the volume and workload for Jacobs are certainly strong, the per-rush output for Jacobs is certainly concerning. Jacobs only has 266 rushing yards this season on 80 carries for a 3.3 yards per carry mark. That's one of the lowest in the league among qualified running backs. He's buoyed that inefficiency with four rushing touchdowns and 10 receptions for 115 yards in the receiving game. If there's a game to get Jacobs' efficiency going, it's this week against the Bengals. Cincinnati has allowed 122.6 rushing yards to opposing rushers, which is tied for third-worst in the NFL. Additionally, they've also allowed the most fantasy points per game (26.8) to backfields this season. Lock in Jacobs as a top running back for fantasy this week in a great matchup.
--Kevin TompkinsSource: RotoBaller
October 10, 2025
Green Bay Packers quarterback
Jordan Love had an awesome game for fantasy managers who started him in Week 4 against Dallas, tossing three touchdown passes to wide receiver
Romeo Doubs and piling up 337 passing yards. He'll look to continue that strong play in Week 6 when the Packers host the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 6. Love finished as fantasy's QB6 in Week 4, his first weekly finish as a top-ten quarterback since Week 6 of last season. It was also Love's first game with over 40 passing attempts since Week 4 of 2024. Passing volume isn't a regular thing for the Packers; it's more of an exception rather than the rule. If you're starting Love in Week 6, you're hoping the Bengals can score a bit, so the Packers get pushed to pass a bit more. Ultimately, Love is a viable starting quarterback for fantasy managers against a porous Bengals defense.
--Kevin TompkinsSource: RotoBaller
October 10, 2025
New England Patriots rookie receiver
Kyle Williams has yet to take 15 snaps in a game, and he hasn't seen a target since Week 3 against the Steelers, but his speed and quick release have shown up on film, and there's a chance his role could increase shortly. In Sunday night's win against the Bills, 90% of Williams' snaps came on passing plays, with the majority coming in the second half. Representing an element of speed that the Patriots' receivers room is otherwise lacking, he helped to create space for teammate
Stefon Diggs on a night in which the veteran was targeted a season-high 12 times. With the Patriots traveling to New Orleans on Sunday, it's unlikely that Williams sees a breakout against a defense whose objective has been to keep everything in front of them, but should the rookie continue to do the things asked of him, he may see an increase in targets in the coming weeks.
--Patrick McGrathSource: Mike Giardi
October 10, 2025
Texas Rangers right-hander
Nathan Eovaldi (hernia) underwent surgery on Wednesday for a sports hernia, baseball sources told Jeff Wilson of AllDlls.com. Eovaldi, who was excellent with a 1.73 ERA for the Rangers when he did pitch in 2025, was shut down in August with a rotator-cuff strain in his right shoulder. While it's more bad injury news for a player with a long list of injuries in his career, the good news is that Eovaldi is expected to be ready for the start of spring training next year in mid-February. Eovaldi got good news on his rotator cuff, so that shouldn't be an issue going into next season. He is expected to be sidelined for six to eight weeks, so he should be able to resume throwing in the offseason around when he normally does. If healthy, Eovaldi and
Jacob deGrom are expected to sit at the top of Texas' rotation next year as they look to bounce back from a disappointing 2025 campaign.
--Keith HernandezSource: AllDlls.com - Jeff Wilson
October 10, 2025
Pittsburgh Steelers running back
Jaylen Warren (knee) has now logged a full week of practice without limitation and carries no injury status into the team's Week 6 matchup with the Browns. Warren was a surprise inactive for the Steelers' Week 4 win over the Vikings in Dublin, but has since had a bye week and this full week of practice to get back on track. While
Kenneth Gainwell had a week-winning performance in his stead, expect Warren to reclaim most of the team's early down and passing work, putting him right back into play as a safe-floor RB2/flex option, especially in PPR formats.
--Patrick McGrathSource: Brooke Pryor
October 10, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Quentin Johnston (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins due to a hamstring issue after being limited in practice all week. If he is active and fully healthy, Johnston has a good chance for a bounce-back game against a Miami secondary that allows the highest deep ball completion rate and the sixth-highest passer rating deep downfield, which fits his skill set well. Despite a season-low performance last week (4-40-0) that included a costly fumble, the former first-round pick still averages 75.4 receiving yards per game and has a 26.4% share of first reads. RotoBaller ranks him as WR14 this week. Managers should closely monitor his status this weekend and, even if he plays, temper expectations. Consider him a volatile high-end WR2 with a wide range of potential outcomes.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
October 10, 2025
Miami Dolphins quarterback
Tua Tagovailoa (hip/thumb) carries no injury designation for the team's Week 6 matchup with the Chargers. Tagovailoa was a limited participant to start the week due to injuries to the thumb of his throwing hand as well as his hip, but has since logged two full practices and is a full go for Sunday. Through five weeks, Tagovailoa has averaged over 250 passing yards per game, throwing ten touchdowns to only four interceptions, and has shown an instant rapport with tight end
Darren Waller over the past two weeks. In the Dolphins' first game without All-Pro wide receiver
Tyreek Hill, he had arguably his best game of the year, but the Chargers' defense presents challenges that the Panthers could not in Week 5. Tagovailoa can be started in a pinch, but outside of superflex leagues, there should be better options available in most leagues.
--Patrick McGrathSource: Joe Schad
October 10, 2025
The Toronto Blue Jays got the job done and beat the division-rival New York Yankees in the American League Division Series without star shortstop
Bo Bichette (knee), who has been out with a PCL in his left knee since Sept. 6. Before Wednesday's series-clinching win over New York, Bichette ran on the field after taking simulated at-bats against live pitchers on Tuesday. However, Bichette still needs "to make sure I can run the bases" before the AL Championship Series against either the Seattle Mariners or Detroit Tigers starts on Sunday in Toronto. Even if Bichette is limited to designated hitter duties, his return would give the Jays' offense a huge boost. Bichette was the team's cleanup hitter this year and finished tied for second in the majors with 181 hits and 44 doubles. He also led the team with 94 RBI despite missing the last three weeks of the regular season. The 27-year-old All-Star is optimistic he can return, but it will ultimately be the team's decision.
--Keith HernandezSource: Sportsnet - Shi Davidi
October 10, 2025
Mateusz Gamrot will look to win back-to-back fights when he faces off against former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira in the main event of UFC Rio on Saturday. Gamrot was last seen in action in May at UFC Vegas 107, where he got back in the win column by defeating L'udovít Klein via unanimous decision. Before that, he lost an extremely close fight to Dan Hooker by split decision. Since signing with the promotion, Gamrot has gone 8-3. DraftKings sees Gamrot as the favorite with a salary of $8,400.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
October 10, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback
Justin Herbert has a good chance to get the team back on track this week against the Miami Dolphins, who have one of the weakest defenses in the league heading into Sunday. Despite leading the team in rushing last week and being one of the top passers during the Chargers' early wins, Herbert's production has slowed due to injuries along the offensive line, taking 35 hits in the last three games. Critical penalties and the absence of Joe Alt (ankle) and Trey Pipkins (knee) continue to put pressure on Herbert. The Dolphins' defense ranks last in average rushing yards allowed. Still, the Chargers will be deploying backups
Hassan Haskins and
Kimani Vidal this week after
Omarion Hampton (ankle) was placed on IR. The offense should lean more on the passing game and its proven weapons, but keep an eye on
Quentin Johnston, who was limited all week with a hamstring injury and is questionable for Sunday. RotoBaller projects Herbert as the QB6 this week, making him a reliable high-end QB1 despite the offensive challenges around him.
--Don FanelliSource: RotoBaller
October 10, 2025
Former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira will look to bounce back in the win column when he takes on Mateusz Gamrot in the main event of UFC Rio on Saturday. Oliveira had a chance to become a two-time lightweight champion in his last bout at UFC 317, but the fight didn't go his way as he got knocked out in the first round by Ilia Topuria. Prior to that, he dominated Michael Chandler for five rounds to win by unanimous decision. DraftKings sees Oliveira as the underdog with a salary of $7,800.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
October 10, 2025
The New York Mets announced that right-handed reliever
Reed Garrett (elbow) underwent "UCL reconstruction" surgery on Wednesday, according to Jorge Castillo of ESPN. It will be Garrett's second surgery on his right elbow this year, as he also went under the knife to deal with a nerve issue in his arm. It's not the ideal situation for a pitcher, and the 32-year-old veteran will miss the entire 2026 season as a result. In his two full seasons with the Mets, Garrett has gone 11-11 with a 3.83 ERA (3.38 FIP), a 1.36 WHIP, seven saves, and a 147:56 K:BB in 112 2/3 innings over 111 appearances (one start). He has been in the high-leverage mix during his time with the Mets, but he has a long road back to being a trustworthy option at the back end of a bullpen.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Jorge Castillo
October 10, 2025
After missing Thursday's practice, Kansas City Chiefs second-year wide receiver
Xavier Worthy (shoulder/ankle) was a full participant on Friday and carries no injury designation for Sunday night's clash with the Lions. Since returning from the shoulder injury that knocked him out of the season opener, Worthy has averaged 8.5 targets, 5.5 receptions, and 86 yards from scrimmage in the last two games, as Andy Reid and Matt Nagy have made an obvious effort to get him designed touches. In what should be the last game played without suspended receiver
Rashee Rice, and what could turn into a primetime shootout, Worthy is a high upside WR2/flex play in Week 6.
--Patrick McGrathSource: Adam Schefter
October 10, 2025
Streaking Montel Jackson will look to extend his win streak when he faces off against former two-time flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo in the co-main event of UFC Rio on Saturday. Jackson enters this bout on a six-fight winning streak with knockdowns in seven consecutive UFC bouts, and he has never been finished in his professional career so far. He was last seen in action in May at UFC Des Moines, where he extended his win streak by beating Daniel Marcos via unanimous decision. DraftKings sees Jackson as the favorite with a salary of $9,000.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
October 10, 2025
Former two-time flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo will look to get back in the win column when he takes on surging Montel Jackson in the co-main event of UFC Rio on Saturday. Since moving up, Figueiredo has beaten Rob Font, former bantamweight champion Cody Garbrandt and former title challenger Marlon "Chito" Vera. He is currently on a two-fight losing skid, dropping a unanimous decision to former bantamweight champion Petr Yan and, more recently, losing to Cory Sandhagen via second-round TKO after suffering a knee injury. DraftKings sees Figueiredo as the underdog with a salary of $7,200.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
October 10, 2025
After logging two limited practices to start the week, New Orleans Saints tight end
Juwan Johnson (ankle) was a full participant on Friday and is good to go for Sunday's matchup with the Patriots, according to head coach Kellen Moore. While Johnson has seen his target share and receptions drop dramatically over the last two weeks, the Patriots have been one of the league's worst teams at defending the tight end and have already ruled out starting safety Jaylinn Hawkins. Johnson has a chance to repeat some of his early-season success and could be readily available on waiver wires following two disappointing performances.
--Patrick McGrathSource: Ross Jackson
October 10, 2025
San Diego Padres infielder
Jose Iglesias was given a one-game suspension from Major League Baseball and an undisclosed fine for unprofessional conduct toward the umpires after Game 3 of the wild-card round at Wrigley Field when the Padres were eliminated by the Chicago Cubs, according to ESPN's Jesse Rogers. Shortstop
Xander Bogaerts was also fined. Iglesias could appeal the decision, but if he loses, he'll have to sit out Opening Day of the 2026 season if he's on an active roster. The 35-year-old veteran utility infielder will be a free agent this winter and could have to settle on a minor-league deal if he wants to continue his career into a 14th season. The Cuban native is a solid clubhouse guy and has a great glove on the infield, but he's not on the fantasy radar as a utility infielder that can't hit. Iglesias had a weak .229/.298/.294 slash line with only three homers, 36 RBI, and five steals in 112 regular-season games with SD during the regular season.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN Chicago - Jesse Rogers
October 10, 2025
Joel Alvarez will look to extend his win streak when he takes on UFC veteran Vicente Luque on the UFC Rio main card on Saturday. After going 7-2 in the UFC and failing to make the weight on a few occasions, Alvarez agreed to move up a weight class to face Luque on short notice. Alvarez was last seen in action in December at UFC Tampa, where he extended his win streak by knocking Drakkar Klose out in the first round. DraftKings sees Alvarez as a massive favorite with a salary of $9,500.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
October 10, 2025
Seattle Mariners right-hander
George Kirby will start the fifth and deciding game in the American League Division Series against the Detroit Tigers at T-Mobile Park on Friday, according to Shannon Drayer. Kirby will be opposed by Cy Young candidate
Tarik Skubal for Detroit. The 27-year-old Kirby is looking for a second straight strong performance to close out the series after he held the Tigers to two earned runs while striking out eight over five innings in Game 1 of the series. Kirby also faced Detroit back on July 12 and didn't fare as well, allowing four earned runs on five hits (one homer) while walking three and striking out six in five innings in a game that he ended up winning. Kirby will have to be on his game against the dominant Skubal, but he definitely has the skills to do so. If Kirby isn't on his game, right-hander
Luis Castillo is probably available early in the game to help pick up the slack.
--Keith HernandezSource: Shannon Drayer
October 10, 2025
Las Vegas Raiders tight end
Brock Bowers (knee) sat out of another practice on Friday, making it likely that he will miss his second straight game when the Raiders host the Titans on Sunday. Bowers injured his left knee in the season opener against the Patriots, and while he played through the next three games with what has been diagnosed as an injury to his PCL and bone bruise, he was not his usual explosive self. The belief is that playing through such an injury could expose Bowers to further damage, and he was held out of the Raiders' Week 5 loss to the Colts. Third-year tight end
Michael Mayer (concussion) also missed Week 5 but has since cleared concussion protocol and is expected to play on Sunday. With the Titans struggling to defend against the tight end position, Mayer is in play for fantasy managers without one of the obvious weekly starts.
--Patrick McGrathSource: Ryan McFadden
October 10, 2025
UFC veteran Vicente Luque will look to get back in the win column when he takes on Joel Alvarez on the UFC Rio main card on Saturday. Luque hasn't been in the best form for quite some time, having alternated wins and losses and going 2-2 in his last four fights. "The Silent Assassin" was last seen in action in June at UFC 316, where he got submitted by Kevin Holland after Holland caught Luque in a second-round anaconda choke. DraftKings sees Luque as a huge underdog with a salary of $6,700.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
October 10, 2025
Los Angeles Lakers center
Deandre Ayton, the team's marquee offseason addition, revealed Wednesday that he has yet to share the floor with superstars
Luka Doncic or
LeBron James. With James expected to miss the first few weeks of the season, Ayton's ability to mesh quickly will be crucial to keeping Los Angeles competitive out of the gate. The 27-year-old big man averaged 14.4 points and 10.2 rebounds across 40 games with the Trail Blazers last season but has battled inconsistency and injuries throughout his career. The Lakers are banking on Ayton's presence inside to stabilize the frontcourt and complement Doncic's playmaking once the team's full roster is healthy.
--Shaun AlbinSource: Valentina Martinez
October 10, 2025
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver
Jalen Tolbert was targeted just once and held without a catch in Week 5 against the New York Jets. With Cowboys wideouts
CeeDee Lamb (ankle) and
KaVontae Turpin (foot) both sidelined, Tolbert appeared to be in line to serve as the team's WR2 alongside
George Pickens. Instead, it was second-year wide receiver
Ryan Flournoy who had a breakout game against the Jets, hauling in six of nine targets for 114 yards. Both Lamb and Turpin appear headed towards being out for Dallas' Week 6 matchup against the Carolina Panthers, so Tolbert will have another chance to make an impact. Still, given his subpar production in Week 5, Tolbert remains tough for fantasy managers to trust. At best, he profiles as a low-end flex option in deep leagues in Week 6 against Carolina.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
October 10, 2025
Mario Pinto will look to remain undefeated when he takes on Jhonata Diniz on the main card of UFC Rio on Saturday. The 27-year-old Pinto signed with the promotion in 2024 after defeating Lucas Camacho via first-round TKO. Pinto made his UFC debut in his last bout in March at UFC Vegas 103, where he defeated Austen Lane via second-round knockout. DraftKings sees Pinto as the favorite with a salary of $8,300.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
October 10, 2025
Jhonata Diniz will look to win back-to-back fights when he takes on Mario Pinto on the UFC Rio main card on Saturday. Diniz earned his UFC contract in 2023 after defeating Eduardo Neves via first-round TKO on Dana White's Contender Series. Since then, Diniz has gone 3-1 in the UFC, losing only to Marcin Tybura via second-round doctor stoppage. Diniz was last seen in action in June at UFC 317, where he defeated Alvin Hines via unanimous decision. DraftKings sees Diniz as the underdog with a salary of $7,900.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
October 10, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Quentin Johnston (hamstring) is questionable to play in Week 6 against the Miami Dolphins due to a hamstring injury, according to ESPN's Kris Rhim. Johnston has been one of the breakout stars of the 2025 season so far, recording 26 catches for 377 yards and four touchdowns through his first five games. If he were to be sidelined for Week 6, Chargers wideouts
Keenan Allen and
Ladd McConkey could both see an uptick in target volume. Rookie wide receivers
Keandre Lambert-Smith and
Tre' Harris could also factor into the mix at the position for Los Angeles. If Johnston can play, he profiles as a must-start fantasy wide receiver in a favorable matchup against the Dolphins.
--Will BradySource: ESPN - Kris Rhim
October 10, 2025
Kaan Ofli will look for his first UFC win when he faces off against Ricardo Ramos on the main card of UFC Rio on Saturday. Ofli came up short in the TUF 32 finale against Mairon Santos, losing by second-round TKO. In his next fight, Ofli was paired up against highly touted Muhammad Naimov, but again, he came up short, losing via unanimous decision. Ofli is in desperate need of a win as his job might be on the line. DraftKings sees Ofli as the underdog with a salary of $7,400.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
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