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Antonio Williams Emerging as an Intriguing FLEX Option in Week 5
Washington Commanders rookie wide receiver Antonio Williams could have had a much bigger day against the Colts in London, but an illegal shift penalty nullified an 86-yard catch-and-run touchdown. Williams ended with three catches for 21 yards on eight targets, but the rookie impressed yet again. Williams is in line to fill a larger role against the New York Giants, with Stefon Diggs (hamstring) out after running a season-high 73.2% of routes last week and Terry McLaurin (hamstring) out. McLaurin is a game-time decision to return in Week 5 versus the Giants, and if he can't go, Williams could step into a big role. Jayden Daniels (elbow) will also return for this game, which is a significant boost for the entire offense. The weather forecast calls for wet conditions, but Williams could still get plenty of volume depending on McLaurin's status, making him an even more intriguing play in Week 5. Williams ranks WR57 in PPR leagues on RotoBaller.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Devaughn Vele Continues to Carve Out Important Role in Saints' Offense
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Devaughn Vele continued his breakout season against the Falcons, recording six catches for 54 yards and a touchdown in Week 4's loss. The third-year receiver leads all Saints skill-position players in snap percentage, playing 278 of the team's 306 offensive snaps (91%). Vele has been especially effective on third down, recording 109 receiving yards on third-down situations, the sixth-highest total in the league and ahead of teammate Chris Olave (98 yards). Vele no doubt will continue to see consistent opportunities in the Saints' pass-heavy offense, but questions remain about his ability to score regularly. He has established a solid floor as a weekly WR3/FLEX option and ranks as WR33 in RotoBaller's rankings this week.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Treylon Burks a Deep League FLEX Option in Week 5
Washington Commanders wide receiver Treylon Burks saw his route-share tick up to a season-high 61% in Week 4, with Terry McLaurin (hamstring) sidelined, and he made the most of his opportunities despite catching passes from rookie third-stringer Athan Kaliakmanis for most of the game. Burks should have an expanded role as Stefon Diggs (hamstring) has been ruled out for Week 5's game against the Giants. The former 2022 first-round pick caught one of his three targets for a 47-yard touchdown and now has back-to-back touchdown games for the first time in his career. Burks should maintain a relatively regular route share despite McLaurin returning, as Diggs will miss this week. The Giants have allowed the 16th-most PPR points per game to opposing wide receivers this season, and Burks still projects primarily as a deep league FLEX option.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Dillon Dube Unlikely to Play Saturday
St. Louis Blues center Dillon Dube (neck) has been labeled as doubtful for Saturday's tilt against the Columbus Blue Jackets. He injured his neck in Thursday's overtime loss to San Jose and didn't participate in Friday's practice. Dube scored a short-handed goal on Thursday to register his first point of the season. Across three outings, he's averaged one hit per game in a limited fourth-line role. If Dube can't play, the Blues plan to replace him with Zach Dean. Dean has no fantasy value as a player who has been pointless in 10 career NHL appearances.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Terry McLaurin Questionable Vs. the Giants, in WR2 Territory if Active for Week 5
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (hamstring) is listed as questionable and will be a game-time decision for Week 5 versus the New York Giants. McLaurin appeared on the injury report late in practice week ahead of Week 4 after missing a game with a hamstring injury, which is never a positive sign. McLaurin had his best game of the young season in Week 3 in a tough matchup against Seattle, catching six of nine targets for 77 yards and a touchdown. McLaurin's return would be much needed for a Washington offense that will also get its quarterback, Jayden Daniels (elbow), back in Week 5. The Giants have been a middle-of-the-road fantasy matchup for opposing wide receivers through four weeks, and with weather expected to be a factor in this game, McLaurin's Week 5 outlook is uncertain. McLaurin is currently ranked WR43 in PPR leagues on RotoBaller for Week 5, and if he can't go, rookie Antonio Williams would see a major bump.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Broncos Defense Faces Struggling Chargers Offense
The Denver Broncos' defense is RotoBaller's sixth-ranked defense and is projected to score nine fantasy points against a struggling Los Angeles Chargers offense in Week 5. The Chargers are averaging just 16.8 points per game this season, the fourth-fewest in the NFL, while they're averaging just 306.8 total yards of offense per contest, which is 12th-worst in the league. Denver didn't put forth its most productive performance during a Week 4 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, failing to sack 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy a single time and failing to record a takeaway. They allowed Purdy to find the end zone twice through the air, while San Francisco running back Christian McCaffrey also recorded a rushing touchdown.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Austin Ekeler Could Be in Line for More Work in Week 5
Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler signed with the team ahead of Week 4 and immediately saw action, getting a 26.2% snap share and handling five touches for 40 yards from scrimmage in Sunday's loss to the Colts. Ekeler is expected to be a mainstay in the backfield and should play a key role against the New York Giants, even with Rachaad White (shoulder) returning in Week 5, though the roles for each Washington running back are still a bit murky. The release of rookie Kayrron Allen signals that Ekeler will remain on the roster, and with the struggles of Jacory Croskey-Merritt, the veteran could see more work as soon as Sunday against the Giants, who rank around league average in terms of fantasy points allowed to the running back position. Ekeler ranks as RotoBaller's RB50 for Week 5.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Chris Olave Remains a Must-Start WR1 Despite Tough Matchup
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave hauled in eight receptions for 116 yards on 12 targets in Week 4's loss to the Falcons. He got off to a slow start, recording no catches through most of the first quarter, before quarterback Tyler Shough connected with him on a 44-yard deep ball to get him going. Olave now ranks second in the league in both receptions (35) and receiving yards (491). He also appeared on the injury report this week with a foot issue, but practiced in full on Friday and is officially good to go against Minnesota. Olave remains the focal point of the Saints' offense, and despite a tough matchup against the Vikings, he remains a weekly must-start WR1. He ranks as WR7 in RotoBaller's Week 5 rankings.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Rachaad White Off the Injury Report, In FLEX Territory for Week 5
Washington Commanders running back Rachaad White (shoulder) doesn't carry an injury designation and will return in Week 5 against the New York Giants after missing last week with a shoulder injury. White scored his first touchdown of the season in Week 3 against Seattle and may be trending toward a bigger role as Jacory Croskey-Merritt (2.8 yards per carry) continues to struggle as a runner. The signing of veteran Austin Ekeler muddies the backfield a bit, but White should remain a key part of the team's offensive plans. White gets a decent matchup on his return to action, with the Giants allowing the 16th-most PPR points per game to opposing running backs, and the veteran projects as a better PPR option in Week 5, ranking RB46 on RotoBaller.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Samuel Montembeault to Miss 10-14 Days
Montreal Canadiens goaltender Samuel Montembeault (lower body) will be on the shelf for 10-14 days, head coach Martin St. Louis said Friday. The 29-year-old was expected to make his season debut in Thursday's matchup with Nashville, but he was hurt in Wednesday's practice. Jacob Fowler took the crease Thursday night and will remain the second option behind Jakub Dobes for now. The Canadiens have a back-to-back next week, which could give Fowler another opportunity to play. He had a tough time against the Predators, finishing a 5-3 loss with a .833 save percentage.
Source: TSN
Source: TSN
Jakobi Meyers a Solid FLEX Option Despite Nagging Thumb Injury
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Jakobi Meyers (thumb) practiced fully all week and is good to go for a Week 5 matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles in London. The veteran receiver has emerged as Trevor Lawrence's second-favorite target over four games, making him a reasonable FLEX play in Week 5. Brian Thomas Jr. has continued to disappoint, while Parker Washington has emerged as Lawrence's top target. Meyers has had only one standout game so far this season, in Week 3 against his former team, but he is involved enough in a potent offense to be a viable option. Overall, he has 13 catches for 165 yards and two touchdowns across four games in 2026. Lawrence spreads the ball around; Meyers should remain a reliable WR3/FLEX and is WR38 in the latest RotoBaller rankings for Week 5.
Source: Jakobi Meyers RotoBaller
Source: Jakobi Meyers RotoBaller
Kendre Miller Could See Increased Role Against the Vikings
New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller rushed six times for nine yards and added two receptions for 10 yards in Week 4's loss to the Falcons. The TCU product has been very inefficient with the ball, averaging just 2.8 yards per carry and 3.75 yards per reception while also recording one lost fumble and only one touchdown. It was thought that Miller could have some standalone value with fellow running back Travis Etienne Jr. on IR, but he simply has not done enough with his touches to warrant much excitement from fantasy managers. Despite this, he should still be rostered as a handcuff for now, as starter Alvin Kamara is questionable for Week 5 with a back issue. If Kamara is unable to suit up, Miller would step into the RB1 role, but faces a difficult matchup against a Vikings defense allowing the fewest PPR points to running backs. He is ranked as RB43 in RotoBaller's rankings this week.
Source: NFL.com
Source: NFL.com
Predators Acquire Jayden Struble From Canadiens
The Nashville Predators have acquired defenseman Jayden Struble from the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for a 2027 second-round draft pick. The Predators expect Struble to add "mobility and a hard-to-play-against quality" to the team's defense. Struble, who turned 25 a month ago, is in the second season of a two-year, $2.825 million contract. He was limited to 12:05 of ice time per game in three appearances with the Canadiens this season. Nashville clearly rates him higher, and there's an opening on the backline after William Trudeau (upper body) was injured. However, even after moving to Music City, Struble is unlikely to make a big enough impact to warrant fantasy consideration.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Jacory Croskey-Merritt Projects as RB3 Option for Week 5 vs. the Giants
Washington Commanders running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt has struggled as the team's primary runner through the first month of the season and will look to continue that role against the New York Giants. The second-year back ranks last out of 48 qualified running backs with -70 rushing yards over expected, per Next Gen Stats. Croskey-Merritt is averaging just 3.2 yards per touch and saw his fewest touches (11) in a game this season in Week 4 against the Colts. There is more uncertainty in the backfield now with his struggles and veteran Austin Ekeler rejoining the team last week and immediately drawing a 26.2% snap share and figures to be a consistent piece of the backfield moving forward, along with Rachaad White (shoulder), who will return in Week 5. The Giants' run defense is a favorable matchup for opposing running backs, allowing 4.7 yards per carry so far this season, the eighth-worst in the league; plus the return of Jayden Daniels (elbow) will benefit the entire offense. Croskey-Merritt ranks as RotoBaller's RB24 in PPR formats for Week 5.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Chris Rodriguez Jr. Will Remain Involved as Jaguars' RB2 Vs. Eagles
Jacksonville Jaguars running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. enters a Week 5 matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles in London still listed as a co-starter on the team's depth chart, but he operates clearly behind Bhayshul Tuten. Rodriguez will continue to play a role, however, as he is coming off of a performance against the Cincinnati Bengals in which he recorded six carries for 35 yards (5.8 yards per carry) and a touchdown. Rodriguez has scored a touchdown in back-to-back games. However, he has yet to record a reception (or a target in the passing game). Through four games in 2026, Rodriguez has recorded 26 carries for 108 yards (4.2 yards per carry) and a touchdown. According to RotoBaller's NFL stats page, Rodriguez has received six red-zone carries and scored a touchdown in the red zone. Meanwhile, Tuten leads the team with 60 carries for 277 yards (4.6 yards per carry) and two touchdowns. Tuten has received nine red-zone carries and caught one red-zone target, while scoring one touchdown in the red zone. Rodriguez ranks as RotoBaller's No. 42 running back for Week 5, and he is projected to score 4.9 fantasy points. He does not need to be in your lineup for Week 5 if you have other options available.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
