Kenneth Walker III to Face Tough Buccaneers Front in Week 5

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III will look to continue his efficient running in Week 5. Walker will have a tough task ahead of him as the Seahawks will host a Tampa Bay Buccaneers team allowing less than three yards per carry to opposing running backs. Additionally, the Seahawks are deploying a running back […]

Tyler Goodson Ruled Out for Week 5 Against Raiders

Indianapolis Colts running back Tyler Goodson (groin) has been ruled out for Week 5 against the visiting Las Vegas Raiders at Lucas Oil Stadium after missing practice all week, according to Amanda Foster of Colts.com. Goodson suffered the injury in the Week 4 loss to the Los Angeles Rams last Sunday. The 24-year-old second-year back […]

A.J. Dillon Should Get Little Attention Against Broncos

Philadelphia Eagles running back A.J. Dillon was the lead backup for Saquon Barkley against the Buccaneers, being on the field for 14% of snaps and carrying the ball three times for 17 yards. Anyone in the Philly backfield not named Barkley remains irrelevant in fantasy, especially against a Denver Broncos defense allowing less than 100 […]

Miles Sanders Officially Questionable for Week 5

Dallas Cowboys running back Miles Sanders (ankle, knee) missed practice all week and carries a questionable tag into Sunday's game against the hosting New York Jets at Met Life Stadium on Sunday. Although the team has not ruled Sanders out, he's not expected to suit up this weekend. Not that he was much of a […]

Saquon Barkley Looks to Overcome Denver Defense

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley has failed to eclipse 50 rushing yards in each of his last two games, and will face another hurdle this Sunday against the Broncos. Denver is allowing 99.3 rushing yards per game this season-just one of 11 teams to average under 100. They also stifled Bengals RB Chase Brown […]

Tony Pollard Offers Flex Appeal

Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard has seen a fairly heavy workload through the first four games of the season. Pollard has carried the ball 14 times or more every game, but he could see his workload decrease going forward. Fellow back Tyjae Spears (ankle) is currently questionable for the Week 5 matchup against the […]

Omarion Hampton is a Locked-in RB1 for Week 5

Los Angeles Chargers rookie running back Omarion Hampton has firmly established himself as the Chargers' workhorse after his impressive performance against the New York Giants. Hampton handled the majority of snaps (89%) and rushed 12 times for 128 yards, including a 54-yard touchdown, while adding five catches for 37 yards. The Washington Commanders are stronger […]

Sean Tucker Likely to be More Involved in Week 5

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Sean Tucker figures to see involvement in the backfield this weekend. The Bucs are going to be without Bucky Irving (foot) for this Sunday's Week 5 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. That being said, Rachaad White will move into the lead back role with Tucker likely taking over as the […]

Tough Task For Jordan Mason In Week 5

Minnesota Vikings running back Jordan Mason is facing a brutal matchup in Week 5 against the Cleveland Browns, but has enough command over his team's backfield to still be considered a low-end RB2. The Browns have allowed the fewest yards per carry of any team in the NFL, and the Vikings will meet them without […]

David Montgomery Looking to Rebound in Favorable Week 5 Matchup

Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery is coming off his least productive game as a Lion, rushing for just 12 yards on nine carries in Week 4 against the Cleveland Browns. Expect the Lions to look to get Montgomery going early in a much more favorable Week 5 matchup on paper against the Cincinnati Bengals. […]

Rachaad White Offers Flex Appeal

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Rachaad White will move into the lead back role for Sunday's Week 5 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. The Bucs will be without Bucky Irving (foot) for at least Sunday's game, but possibly longer. That being said, White will get a chance to make an impact after a slow start […]

Zavier Scott A High-Risk Bet After Breakout Game

Following his best game in the NFL, Minnesota Vikings running back Zavier Scott is a risky RB4/Flex option heading into a matchup against the Cleveland Browns. The former Maine standout is a converted wide receiver who caught six passes and a touchdown last week, showing his fantasy appeal and making him a hot waiver commodity. […]

Jahmyr Gibbs Poised for Success in Favorable Week 5 Matchup?

Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs is off to a hot start to the 2025 season with 350 yards from scrimmage and four touchdowns on 78 total touches through his first four games of the season. Gibbs is set up well to continue that success in Week 5, when he gets a favorable matchup on […]

Tyjae Spears Questionable for Week 5

Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Arizona, according to John Glennon of the Nashville Post. Spears missed the first four weeks of the season after being placed on injury reserve with a high right ankle sprain. His 21-day window to return to practice was opened this […]

Jordan Mason, Tony Pollard, Javonte Williams: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 5

We have officially entered Week 5 of the NFL season, and bye weeks are beginning to take shape. Four teams, Atlanta, Chicago, Green Bay, and Pittsburgh, enter their bye weeks and are leaving holes in everyone's fantasy lineups. Three running backs: Javonte Williams, Tony Pollard, and Jordan Mason all enter this week as their team's […]

Tyrone Tracy Jr. Doubtful to Play in Week 5

New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. (shoulder) remains doubtful to play in Week 5 against the New Orleans Saints, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Tracy Jr. suffered a dislocated shoulder in Week 3 and was originally given a recovery timeline of two to four weeks, but is reportedly healing well. Tracy […]

Premium: NFL DFS Cash Game Values and Rankings - Week 5

Use this tutorial for more details on how to use our NFL DFS Cash Game Values and Rankings. All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the Premium Dashboard. This article will help you identify players to include in your cash game lineup, enabling you to save money and allocate it to premium options. Remember […]

Jaydon Blue Expected to Make Season Debut

Dallas Cowboys rookie running back Jaydon Blue, who has been a healthy inactive for each of the team's first four games, is expected to make his season debut on Sunday. Miles Sanders (knee, ankle) has not been practicing this week, and should he miss the team's Week 5 matchup with the Jets, Blue would be […]

Titans Coaches Excited for Tyjae Spears

In speaking with reporters on Friday, Tennessee Titans head coach Brian Callahan shared his excitement about the work put in by running back Tyjae Spears (ankle) in his recovery from the preseason ankle sprain that has kept him sidelined through the first four weeks of the season. Spears started the year on the Injured Reserve, […]

Rico Dowdle, Nick Chubb, Kareem Hunt: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 5

Finding running back help on the waiver wire is always a challenge, but Week 5 offers a few names who could carve out short-term fantasy value. Injuries and shifting depth chart dynamics have opened the door for some fresh opportunities, while others are starting to see their roles diminish. Fantasy managers will need to weigh […]

Chase Brown, JK Dobbins, David Montgomery: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 5

The start of the 2025 fantasy season has been challenging thanks to injuries. Starting in Week 5, fantasy managers will also have to find a way to navigate through the additional challenge of bye weeks. Atlanta, Chicago, Green Bay, and Pittsburgh will all have Week 5 off. That takes at least three running backs that […]

Waiver Wire Watchlist for Fantasy Football Week 5

Welcome to Week 5 of our fantasy football waiver wire watchlist for the 2025 NFL season. Week 4 featured some surprising performances from players available on the waiver wire, including RBs Woody Marks (119 total yards and two touchdowns) and Kenneth Gainwell (134 total yards and two TDs). You know the drill by now: All […]

Targets, Air Yards, Snap Counts Analysis - Fantasy Football Risers and Fallers for Week 5 (2025)

Welcome back to our fantasy football targets, routes, and snap counts analysis for Week 5 of the 2025 NFL season. Targets are paramount when it comes to evaluating pass-catchers for fantasy football. There are no air yards, receiving yards, receptions, or touchdowns without first earning a target. There’s a reason the biggest and most consistent target-earners […]

Fantasy Football Warning Signals for Week 5? Isiah Pacheco, Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Khalil Shakir, more

Another week of fantasy football is in the books, and the next one is getting underway, so it is time to assess options and get those lineups set for Week 5. Determining which of your players might be set up for a bust week is an important first step in deciding who will start in […]

Chuba Hubbard Labeled as "Day-to-Day"

Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales has labeled running back Chuba Hubbard (calf), who was officially ruled out for Week 5 against the Miami Dolphins, as "day-to-day" for next week, according to Joe Person of The Athletic. Canales said the team will take a look at Hubbard again next week, as far as his availability […]

Chuba Hubbard Officially Out for Week 5 Against Miami

The Carolina Panthers have officially ruled out running back Chuba Hubbard (calf) for the Week 5 game this Sunday against the visiting Miami Dolphins, according to David Newton of ESPN.com. Hubbard was trending this way after not practicing all week, and now it's official that he won't be active. Fantasy managers can now send Hubbard […]

Bucky Irving Officially Ruled Out With Sprained Foot

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving (foot) has officially been ruled out for Week 5 against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday due to a sprained foot, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Irving was seen with a walking boot on his right foot and using crutches after the Week 4 loss to the Philadelphia […]

Tyrone Tracy Jr. in Line to Practice on Friday

New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. (shoulder) is doing "a lot better" and is in line to get in some work at Friday's practice, according to head coach Brian Daboll. It will be the first time that Tracy has practiced since dislocating his shoulder in Week 3 against the Dallas Cowboys. It's good […]

Braelon Allen Could Miss 8-12 Weeks, May Need Surgery

According to head coach Aaron Glenn, New York Jets running back Braelon Allen (knee) could miss 8-12 weeks with the MCL sprain he suffered in Week 4's loss to the Miami Dolphins. Reports were that Allen would miss more than the minimum number of required games, but it now appears he'll be out until at […]

Isaiah Davis Promoted to Jets RB2 Role

New York Jets running back Isaiah Davis is set to operate in an increased capacity moving forward due to the injury to teammate Braelon Allen (knee). Unfortunately, news surrounding Allen suggests that he'll miss more than the minimum of four games while on injured reserve. While he's out, Davis will operate as the primary handcuff […]