Week 5 Fantasy Football Rankings | Start/Sit QB, RB, WR & TE

Welcome to our Week 5 Fantasy Football Player Rankings Tiers and Start/Sit Advice. Below you’ll find rankings for every relevant QB, RB, WR and TE, along with our confidence rating and advanced metrics for every matchup powered by Fantasy Points Data Suite.

If you want to learn more about the advanced stats used with these Week 5 Start/Sit Rankings, check out Advanced Stats to Know for 2026.

Confidence Meter: Dynasty Nerds confidence in the player’s weekly ranking and expected fantasy role. It is not a projected probability of hitting a specific statistical outcome.

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Week 5 Fantasy Football Rankings Start/Sit

Quick Start/Sit Rankings

Use the tables below to find every Week 5 QB, RB, WR and TE ranked by tier. Click/tap any position to jump directly to its rankings.

QB | RB | WR |TE | FLEX |Table of Statistics | Team Stats

Week 5 Quarterback Rankings & Start/Sit

Tier 1 | Elite QB1

Josh Allen doesn’t have great matchup through the air against the Rams’ secondary as no QB has gone over 210 passing yards, but that almost doesn’t matter. Allen has scored at least 1 rushing touchdown in every game this season.

Despite the injuries to his receivers, Joe Burrow is still a great option against a below-average defense that has allowed at least 2 passing touchdowns to opposing quarterbacks in 3 of 4 games this season.

Tier 2 | Strong QB1

Start Jared Goff this week against a Cardinals defense that has allowed opposing quarterbacks to throw 3 or more passing touchdowns in 3 straight games.

Lamar Jackson would likely be in this tier if he were playing, but all signs point to Tyler Huntley starting in Week 5.

Tier 3 | Matchup-Driven QB1/High-End QB2 Options

Brock Purdy has a tough matchup against Seattle, which hasn’t allowed a quarterback to throw for over 200 passing yards this season. Purdy has also thrown an interception in 5 of his 7 career games against the Seahawks.

Start Jacoby Brissett, who faces a Lions defense that has allowed at least 2 passing touchdowns in every game this season. Detroit also allows the 4th-highest ADJ Comp%, while Brissett ranks inside the top 10 among current starting quarterbacks in that category.

Look for Drake Maye to continue airing the ball out in Week 5 against a Raiders secondary that allows the 5th-most passes of 20+ yards.

Tier 4 | Volatile QB2 Starters

Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	Fantasy Points P/G	Total Yards/G	QB Rate vs Man	QB Rate vs Zone	CPOE	Deep Throw %	ADJ Comp %	EZ Atts
Jameis Winston	WAS	87%	9.5	130.7	11.6	90.2	-8.8	16.7	63.2	2
Jayden Daniels	NYG	86%	19.2	180.0	99.2	76.3	-0.8	11.8	71.1	5
Jordan Love	CHI	84%	20.2	258.3	72.6	85.4	-4.5	10.4	68.5	12
Tyler Shough	MIN	84%	25.8	318.8	116.8	87.3	4.3	12.8	77.3	11
Bo Nix	LAC	84%	15.8	211.0	43.2	89.7	-2.4	8.1	74.6	6
Jalen Hurts	JAX	83%	20.3	204.5	102.8	85.3	-2.7	12.3	70.3	9
Geno Smith	CLE	83%	17.4	234.5	116.9	108.8	5.0	10.3	80.9	3
Aaron Rodgers	IND	81%	18.3	252.8	73.9	87.4	-4.5	15.0	67.9	9
Sam Darnold	SF	80%	17.8	190.3	79.4	98.2	1.1	5.8	76.2	5

Jameis Winston seems to have found his passing groove again, and he now faces a Commanders defense that has allowed 3 passing touchdowns in 3 of its first 4 games.

Jalen Hurts may be forced to run more due to the lack of talent at running back, which could be a plus for his fantasy value. However, expect an interception to come his way, as the Jaguars have forced at least 1 interception in every game this season.

Jordan Love is a bit of a concern for me against the Bears, who run the 2nd-highest rate of man coverage in the league. Love has struggled against man coverage this season with a 72.6 QB rating.

Geno Smith has a plus matchup against the Browns, who run the highest rate of man coverage in the league. Smith has a 116.0 QB rating against man coverage, so expect him to thrive in this matchup.

Jayden Daniels is trending toward playing in Week 5. If he can’t go, rookie Athan Kaliakmanis would make his 1st career start, but he would be a Tier 6 QB.

Tier 5 | Desperation Superflex

Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	Fantasy Points P/G	Total Yards/G	QB Rate vs Man	QB Rate vs Zone	CPOE	Deep Throw %	ADJ Comp %	EZ Atts
Kyler Murray	NO	78%	7.8	158.3	35.1	87.1	7.1	8.5	83.1	0
CJ Stroud	TEN	78%	19.6	301.8	85.3	101.5	4.0	15.2	73.3	10
Jalon Daniels	DAL	74%	6.2	106.0	73.8	46.6	-6.9	6.7	69.0	1
Michael Penix Jr.	BAL	74%	14.4	237.5	158.3	101.2	11.9	6.7	87.5	2.0
Tyler Huntley	ATL	70%	4.1	79.0	118.8	90.1	13.9	—	100.0	0.0
Deshaun Watson	NYJ	70%	19.3	245.8	90.1	107.5	-0.8	8.8	77.1	6

C.J. Stroud should be a very efficient quarterback against the Titans, who allow the 2nd-highest CPOE and ADJ Comp%. Stroud ranks inside the top 15 in CPOE, so he should be able to offer a solid floor in Week 5.

Jalon Daniels could be a sneaky start in Superflex leagues this week, as the Cowboys have allowed 50+ rushing yards to a quarterback in 3 of their first 4 games. Daniels ran for 55 yards in Week 4, and his production on the ground could be enough to make him a viable start.

Tyler Huntley could be the ultimate boom-or-bust quarterback against the Falcons, who have allowed plenty of passing yards, but touchdowns could be tough to come by. Huntley also has only 2 career games with more than 1 total touchdown.

Tier 6 | QBs to Avoid if Possible

Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	Fantasy Points P/G	Total Yards/G	QB Rate vs Man	QB Rate vs Zone	CPOE	Deep Throw %	ADJ Comp %	EZ Atts
Cam Ward	HOU	65%	15.2	195.8	82.9	81.1	4.0	5.0	80.2	7
Justin Herbert	DEN	65%	12.9	226.0	66.0	63.2	3.9	11.8	74.8	4
Tyson Bagent	GB	64%	5.5	161.5	93.8	90.7	4.1	7.0	78.9	3
Daniel Jones	PIT	64%	10.6	193.8	62.2	69.9	-3.1	4.5	73.9	2
Malik Willis	CIN	60%	10.9	206.0	72.6	85.4	-4.5	10.4	68.5	12

Justin Herbert has thrown an interception in 3 of his last 4 outings against the Broncos.

Look for Tyson Bagent to play it safe with shorter throws, as the Packers have allowed the 3rd-lowest deep throw% in the league. There isn’t much upside in Bagent’s game against Green Bay.

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Week 5 Running Back Rankings & Start/Sit

Tier 1 | Elite RB Starts/Sits

Expect Kyren Williams’ recent opportunities in the receiving game to continue against a Bills defense that has allowed 25+ receiving yards to RBs in 3 of its first 4 games.

Tier 2 | Near-Elite, Matchup-Proof-ish RB1

The Bengals may be forced to lean on Chase Brown without their star receivers, and he has a favorable matchup against the Dolphins, who have allowed a 70+ yard rusher in 3 of their last 4 games.

In no way is this a fade for Christian McCaffrey, but he has not scored a touchdown against the Seahawks in his last 4 games against them.

Without Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry could struggle to find running room, as the Falcons allow the fewest YBCO in the league. Henry is averaging just 1.82 YBCO this season.

Tier 3 | Borderline RB1s With Minor Concerns

Fire up D’Andre Swift again this week. He should regain his workload against a Packers defense that has allowed a rushing touchdown in every game this season.

Javonte Williams may have a tough matchup on the ground, but his role in the receiving game is favorable against the Buccaneers, who allow the 3rd-most YPRR to opposing RBs. This should give Williams opportunities to get open and produce in the passing game.

James Cook could struggle to repeat last week’s performance against a Rams defense that allows the 2nd-fewest missed tackles forced and has not allowed a rushing touchdown to an RB this season.

Aaron Jones should thrive against a Saints defense that just got shredded on the ground and has allowed a rushing touchdown in every game this season.

Keep an eye on Rico Dowdle’s injury report this week. If he plays, Warren should remain in this tier but drop slightly, while Dowdle would appear in the borderline Tier 6 running back range.

Tier 4 | Volume-Driven RB2s

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	ATT %	Off. Snaps %	i20%	TGT %	Route %	YPRR	MTF/ATT	YACO/ATT	YBCO/ATT
JAX	Bhayshul Tuten	PHI	86%	12.2	53	52	56.3	6.7	35.1	1.40	0.22	2.60	2.00
CLE	Quinshon Judkins	NYJ	86%	10.2	58	62	64.3	13.9	36.0	1.90	0.15	1.90	1.10
NYG	Cam Skattebo	WAS	84%	10.1	79	65	57.9	8.0	48.0	1.10	0.15	2.20	1.30
SEA	Emanuel Wilson	SF	84%	9.1	47	36	44.4	4.2	21.3	1.40	0.17	2.10	1.50
TB	Bucky Irving	DAL	82%	10.2	58	62	33.3	11.9	44.9	0.90	0.13	2.00	2.30
NYJ	Braelon Allen	CLE	80%	5.7	33	54	33.3	6.0	36.5	0.40	0.15	1.90	1.80

In London, expect Bhayshul Tuten to make some noise and force missed tackles against an Eagles defense that allows the 2nd-most missed tackles forced in the league.

Quinshon Judkins could have a plus game against the Jets, who have allowed a 99+ yard rusher and a rushing touchdown in back-to-back games.

Braelon Allen handled every RB carry in Week 4, and if that continues, he could have a solid game against a Browns defense that has allowed an 80+ yard rusher in 3 straight games.

Saquon Barkley would likely be at the top of this tier, but all signs point to him missing Week 5.

Tier 5 | Risk/Reward Running Back Flex Plays

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	ATT %	Off. Snaps %	i20%	TGT %	Route %	YPRR	MTF/ATT	YACO/ATT	YBCO/ATT
LAC	Omarion Hampton	DEN	78%	10.7	52	50	59.1	3.3	23.4	0.90	0.14	2.60	1.40
NE	Rhamondre Stevenson	LV	75%	9.1	37	60	28.6	12.2	52.7	1.20	0.11	2.10	1.60
DEN	RJ Harvey	LAC	75%	9.4	13	44	0.0	20.2	42.9	2.80	0.08	1.90	2.20
CHI	Kyle Monangai	GB	74%	13.6	38	41	29.8	3.8	25.8	1.00	0.22	3.30	2.20

Omarion Hampton could have a decent outing against the Broncos, who allow the 2nd-most YACO in the league. Hampton has found some success after contact, averaging 2.61 YACO, which ranks 6th among starting RBs.

Kyle Monangai is the ultimate boom-or-bust running back in Week 5. If he gets the workload, he could have an elite performance against a Packers defense that has allowed the 2nd-most fantasy points to RBs.

Tier 6 | Fragile Floor RB3 Options

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	ATT %	Off. Snaps %	i20%	TGT %	Route %	YPRR	MTF/ATT	YACO/ATT	YBCO/ATT
HOU	David Montgomery	TEN	72%	10.2	52	55	66.7	4.6	40.9	1.00	0.15	1.70	1.00
DEN	JK Dobbins	LAC	72%	4.8	51	40	40.0	2.2	15.4	0.70	0.11	2.20	1.40
TEN	Tony Pollard	HOU	72%	8.6	60	52	63.0	8.4	25.9	0.70	0.11	2.40	1.70
MIA	Ollie Gordon II	CIN	70%	6.2	30	42	33.3	4.9	29.1	0.40	0.14	3.30	1.80
LAR	Blake Corum	BUF	68%	5.1	31	28	0.0	3.6	16.5	0.70	0.21	1.70	3.20
LAC	Keaton Mitchell	DEN	68%	6.6	23	33	13.6	8.3	31.0	0.80	0.26	2.00	2.60
NO	Alvin Kamara	MIN	68%	9.9	23	31	35.7	10.5	28.9	1.20	0.08	1.60	1.30
ARI	Tyler Allgeier	DET	68%	6.4	31	54	30.0	6.6	39.9	0.50	0.13	2.60	0.90

Blake Corum offers a solid floor play against the Bills, who have allowed multiple RBs from the same team to rush for 40+ yards in 3 of their first 4 games.

Don’t sleep on Keaton Mitchell, who is starting to see more work in the offense. His ability to force missed tackles ranks inside the top 7, and he faces a Broncos defense that allows the most missed tackles forced in the league. Mitchell could be a solid sleeper this week.

Tyler Allgeier has some touchdown upside this week after seeing red-zone work last week. He now faces a Lions defense that has allowed a rushing touchdown in 3 of its first 4 games.

Tier 7 | Running Back Deep League Dice Roll

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	ATT %	Off. Snaps %	i20%	TGT %	Route %	YPRR	MTF/ATT	YACO/ATT	YBCO/ATT
WAS	Austin Ekeler	NYG	67%	4.5	3	27	0.0	5.4	19.5	1.40	—	3.80	3.50
WAS	Jacory Croskey-Merritt	NYG	67%	7.1	47	47	31.6	5.1	25.0	1.00	0.05	1.80	1.00
PHI	Will Shipley	JAX	67%	2.4	15	36	30.4	4.3	38.4	0.50	0.20	1.40	2.00
NE	TreVeyon Henderson	LV	67%	7.1	32	45	28.6	2.2	30.2	0.20	0.13	1.80	1.90
HOU	Woody Marks	TEN	66%	6.8	31	45	33.3	5.9	35.7	0.50	0.25	1.60	1.50
JAX	Chris Rodriguez Jr.	PHI	66%	5.7	23	27	37.5	0.0	15.8	—	0.15	2.00	2.10
GB	MarShawn Lloyd	CHI	64%	5.4	41	37	47.4	7.1	24.1	1.30	0.20	1.40	1.30
LV	Mike Washington Jr.	NE	64%	4.6	20	19	21.1	2.1	10.5	-0.10	0.08	3.30	1.70
BUF	Ty Johnson	LAR	64%	4.6	1	28	7.7	10.2	40.9	2.20	—	—	3.00
CIN	Samaje Perine	MIA	64%	3.0	16	34	18.8	5.1	26.3	1.10	—	1.50	1.80

Austin Ekeler could see an expanded role with Jacory Croskey-Merritt continuing to run inefficiently and Rachaad White questionable for Week 5. Ekeler faces a Giants defense that allows the 5th-most YBCO in the league. If White does miss, Ekeler could move up to tier 6.

Will Shipley would likely get the start in Week 5 with Saquon Barkley trending in the wrong direction. It’s a tough matchup on the ground, but the Jaguars have allowed the most receptions to RBs this season.

Ty Johnson could be worth a play if needed in PPR leagues, as we saw just 2 weeks ago when he had 4 receptions for 50 yards.

Samaje Perine is a low-upside, floor-type running back who could get you some points against a Dolphins defense that allows the 3rd-most fantasy points to opposing RBs.

Keep an eye on Rhamondre Stevenson‘s practice reports as he deals with an injury. If he were to miss Week 5, TreVeyon Henderson could move up to Tier 5 with upside to reach Tier 4 against the Raiders.

Tier 8 | Super Deep Running Back Start/Sit

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	ATT %	Off. Snaps %	i20%	TGT %	Route %	YPRR	MTF/ATT	YACO/ATT	YBCO/ATT
SF	Kaelon Black	SEA	60%	3.3	39	29	31.8	1.8	21.1	0.20	0.06	1.70	2.20
ATL	Brian Robinson Jr.	BAL	60%	11.8	32	33	22.7	3.0	19.8	1.00	0.18	3.00	1.50
NO	Kendre Miller	MIN	60%	4.3	17	24	15.4	4.1	14.5	0.70	0.05	1.30	1.50
TB	Kenny Gainwell	DAL	60%	4.3	13	42	6.7	9.5	32.9	0.90	0.15	1.90	0.20
GB	Kaleb Johnson	CHI	58%	2.5	27	30	10.5	1.3	13.6	0.50	0.30	2.50	1.50
MIA	Jaylen Wright	CIN	58%	0.6	8	14	13.3	0.0	7.1	—	0.25	1.90	0.30
TEN	Tyjae Spears	HOU	55%	3.3	17	50	7.4	5.9	39.3	0.80	0.27	3.10	1.20
SEA	George Holani	SF	50%	3.9	19	36	22.2	6.8	29.9	1.40	—	1.50	1.70
CLE	Raheim Sanders	NYJ	50%	3.9	6	33	0.0	8.7	35.3	1.50	0.17	1.50	3.70
TB	Sean Tucker	DAL	50%	3.5	3	3	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
BAL	Justice Hill	ATL	50%	3.2	11	41	0.0	5.7	48.8	0.70	0.14	1.40	2.90
NYG	Najee Harris	WAS	50%	2.3	26	18	46.2	0.0	7.5	—	0.09	2.30	1.70

Look to avoid Kenny Gainwell after scoring last week, as the Cowboys allow the 4th-fewest receptions to RBs, limiting his upside in the receiving game.

Brian Robinson hasn’t reached 50 rushing yards in 3 straight games, and the Ravens have not allowed multiple RBs from the same backfield to produce significant yardage against them.

Avoid Kaelon Black this week, as Seattle has been elite against RBs. Black likely won’t be effective enough with his limited touches to provide much fantasy value.

In the deepest of leagues, Dameon Pierce could be an option for the Eagles, but the matchup on the ground is not favorable.

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Week 5 Wide Receiver Rankings & Start/Sit

Tier 1 | Elite WR1s

Look for Amon-Ra St.Brown to domiante against the Cardinals secondary who have allowed 80 yards and a touchdown in each game this year.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba may be more of a floor play among the eltie with 80 yards in 3 straigth games vs the 49ers but he has never scored in his careere against them.

Drake London should cominte his domiannce as the Ravnes have allowed oppsoing WR1s 80 yards in 3 straight games.

If Ja’Marr Chase plays in Week 5, he would move into Tier 1, but recent reports suggest he is trending in the wrong direction.

Tier 2 | High-End WR1 Anchors

Zay Flowers has averaged 52 receiving yards with just 1 touchdown in 4 career games without Lamar Jackson. Last week, Flowers had just 1 catch for -6 yards with Tyler Huntley, but the Falcons have allowed a 100-yard receiver in 3 straight games.

Garrett Wilson should be able to bounce back at home against a Browns defense that has allowed a touchdown to an opposing WR in every game this season.

If Tee Higgins plays, he should offer an elite floor against the Dolphins. However, it’s worth noting that Miami has allowed just 1 receiver to surpass 60 receiving yards this season.

Tier 3 | Strong WR1/2 Options

Justin Jefferson is reportedly trending in the right direction for Week 5, which should be good for his fantasy value. The Saints allow the 5th-highest 1st Read%, while Jefferson ranks inside the top 12 with a 31.2% 1st Read%.

Michael Wilson looks like the Cardinals’ WR1 at the moment, and he faces a Lions defense that has allowed opposing WR1s to produce 100+ receiving yards in 3 of their first 4 games.

Look for Parker Washington to bounce back in London against an Eagles defense that allows the highest Slot Target%. Washington runs the highest percentage of slot routes among Jaguars receivers, giving him a favorable matchup.

Tier 4 | Reliable Volume WR2.

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	RTE%	TGT %	TPRR	YPRR	MAN WIN RATE	ZONE WIN RATE	YAC/REC	1READ %	SLOT RTE %	XFP
DAL	George Pickens	TB	85%	7.9	81.4	18.0	0.20	1.70	34.8	13.9	1.2	20.2	6.6	13.7
TEN	Carnell Tate	HOU	85%	9.0	83.0	26.9	0.29	2.39	28.6	6.3	1.36	36.0	26.8	12.6
PIT	DK Metcalf	IND	84%	8.8	93.6	21.3	0.21	1.30	25.0	17.6	2.0	29.6	19.4	14.4
GB	Christian Watson	CHI	83%	16.8	77.2	19.5	0.20	2.70	29.4	10.3	1.3	22.1	25.6	14.1
GB	Matthew Golden	CHI	83%	12.3	83.3	22.7	0.26	2.00	35.3	8.4	1.6	27.0	17.0	19.4

Carnell Tate is expected to have a big game against the Texans, who have allowed opposing WR1s to score 12+ fantasy points in every game this season.

The Packers receivers have an interesting matchup against the Bears, who allow the 4th-lowest TPRR in the league. I’m slightly more concerned about Christian Watson, who has a lower TPRR than Matthew Golden and could see fewer opportunities. However, Watson’s touchdown upside remains high.

If DeVonta Smith happens to return this week, which seems unlikely, he would fall into this range.

Tier 5 | Boom-Bust Upside WR3s

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	RTE%	TGT %	TPRR	YPRR	MAN WIN RATE	ZONE WIN RATE	YAC/REC	1READ %	SLOT RTE %	XFP
DET	Jameson Williams	ARI	80%	7.7	90.8	14.9	0.15	1.50	17.6	12.4	0.56	23.7	20.9	10.5
CHI	Luther Burden	GB	80%	9.4	68.9	22.0	0.28	2.10	36.4	6.0	2.00	28.6	52.9	13.3
WAS	Stefon Diggs	NYG	79%	11.0	66.7	21.9	0.29	1.60	15.8	13.2	0.83	27.2	58.7	13.1
SF	Mike Evans	SEA	79%	10.5	61.8	21.2	0.32	2.80	50.0	19.3	4.94	24.7	25.0	11.4
CLE	Denzel Boston	NYJ	78%	11.7	85.6	18.3	0.18	2.40	34.5	12.9	5.23	22.5	9.2	10.8
NE	Romeo Doubs	LV	77%	9.6	68.9	15.4	0.19	2.00	36.4	19.7	1.25	16.4	12.7	9.2
WAS	Terry McLaurin	NYG	77%	8.4	87.8	22.0	0.20	1.40	46.7	11.4	2.70	28.4	26.7	15.1
MIN	Jordan Addison	NO	77%	6.9	91.6	19.1	0.18	1.40	30.0	12.2	2.00	26.5	26.7	10.4

If Jayden Daniels returns this week, it would give a boost to Stefon Diggs, who has struggled without Daniels on the field. Diggs faces a Giants defense that has allowed an opposing receiver to score a touchdown in every game this season.

Mike Evans is a fade this week as he continues to deal with injuries and faces a Seattle defense that has allowed just 1 receiver to surpass 60 receiving yards this season.

Romeo Doubs, who has come alive in recent weeks, faces a Raiders defense that has allowed a receiver to produce 95+ receiving yards in 3 of its first 4 games.

Keep an eye on the practice reports for Ladd McConkey, DJ Moore, and Terry McLaurin to see if they will play in Week 5. McLaurin is trending in the right direction, while McConkey and Moore appear to be trending in the wrong direction.

Tier 6 | Volatile Flex Plays

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	RTE%	TGT %	TPRR	YPRR	MAN WIN RATE	ZONE WIN RATE	YAC/REC	1READ %	SLOT RTE %	XFP
MIA	Malik Washington	CIN	75%	7.4	86.6	27.2	0.25	2.00	8.3	9.8	3.65	28.2	50.0	12.8
TB	Chris Godwin Jr.	DAL	74%	5.6	80.4	14.3	0.14	1.10	17.4	5.6	2.56	16.5	53.5	7.8
NO	Devaughn Vele	MIN	75%	11.3	87.9	17.2	0.18	1.30	23.2	5.4	1.14	22.0	54.0	14.6
PIT	Roman Wilson	IND	75%	9.5	58.5	16.1	0.25	1.90	27.5	0.0	0.36	22.4	62.0	11.3
SF	Deebo Samuel Sr.	SEA	74%	12.7	65.0	14.2	0.20	2.30	20.0	3.3	1.14	15.1	41.3	9.4
CHI	Rome Odunze	GB	74%	7.6	72.8	15.2	0.18	2.10	21.4	16.5	0.71	15.5	21.8	9.7
PHI	Dontayvion Wicks	JAX	74%	7.9	79.0	16.5	0.17	1.80	30.8	9.3	1.00	23.0	29.4	10.1
IND	Keenan Allen	PIT	74%	7.5	67.6	20.4	0.30	1.40	14.3	14.0	2.60	26.0	32.9	11.8
IND	Josh Downs	PIT	74%	7.2	84.0	20.5	0.22	1.70	42.4	10.7	1.41	26.8	74.4	11.2
LV	Tre Tucker	NE	72%	9.2	73.7	16.0	0.21	2.10	13.0	9.9	0.80	21.8	19.6	10.2
TB	Emeka Egbuka	DAL	72%	7.2	80.4	19.0	0.19	1.20	30.4	4.3	1.67	23.1	31.5	10.9
LAC	Tre’ Harris	DEN	72%	6.9	69.7	17.5	0.21	2.10	22.2	9.3	1.54	18.3	40.6	10.4
JAX	Jakobi Meyers	PHI	72%	8.8	78.1	14.4	0.17	1.90	18.5	7.4	1.15	17.7	30.3	6.5
CHI	Kalif Raymond	GB	71%	9.6	60.3	16.7	0.24	2.40	20.0	7.1	0.86	19.0	48.4	9.4
BUF	Keon Coleman	LAR	71%	8.7	60.3	13.4	0.20	2.70	23.5	8.1	0.71	20.3	13.4	7.9

Chris Godwin may be the Buccaneers receiver to play this week, as opposing WR1s tend to score 10+ fantasy points against the Cowboys. This is especially true for receivers playing in the slot, where Godwin runs a high percentage of his routes.

Malik Washington has some interesting upside in Week 5. The Bengals allow the highest YAC per reception in the league, while Washington ranks 3rd among starting receivers in YAC per reception.

Tre Harris is an interesting play in Week 5, as the Broncos are dealing with injuries to multiple cornerbacks. Harris has produced 50+ receiving yards in 3 straight games.

Dontayvion Wicks could be a decent FLEX play in Week 5, as the Jaguars allow the 3rd-highest YPRR in the league. Wicks should have opportunities to rack up yards in London, especially with DeVonta Smith trending in the wrong direction.

Keon Coleman is coming off a massive Week 4 performance, but don’t expect the same outcome against the Rams, even without DJ Moore. The Rams haven’t allowed a receiver to surpass 50 receiving yards this season.

The Colts receivers could be interesting in Week 5 with Keenan Allen likely to return, as the Steelers have allowed an 85+ yard receiver in 3 straight games. Josh Downs should be fine, but his target share last week was concerning.

Tier 7 | Deep-League/ Break-Glass Options

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	RTE%	TGT %	TPRR	YPRR	MAN WIN RATE	ZONE WIN RATE	YAC/REC	1READ %	SLOT RTE %	XFP
ARI	Marvin Harrison Jr.	DET	70%	4.3	84.0	7.2	0.08	0.60	7.4	5.7	1.80	9.2	19.0	6.4
TEN	Wan’Dale Robinson	HOU	70%	8.1	75.6	19.3	0.23	1.20	16.7	1.4	1.00	24.0	78.4	11.2
DEN	Courtland Sutton	LAC	69%	3.3	77.6	14.8	0.18	0.80	11.5	13.8	1.33	23.9	23.4	10.4
CLE	KC Concepcion	NYJ	69%	5.5	83.5	22.6	0.22	1.20	25.0	6.0	1.00	30.0	63.8	11.0
BUF	Khalil Shakir	LAR	67%	5.8	65.4	19.3	0.26	2.00	26.3	5.9	2.47	23.4	56.2	10.7
NYG	Malachi Fields	WAS	67%	5.7	66.1	13.4	0.18	1.50	16.7	6.3	1.75	12.9	19.0	7.3
PIT	Michael Pittman Jr.	IND	67%	4.1	72.0	10.4	0.13	1.00	12.8	15.6	0.71	9.9	22.2	6.9
PHI	Makai Lemon	JAX	65%	2.8	80.4	12.2	0.13	0.60	14.8	3.9	0.70	14.9	63.1	5.1
JAX	Brian Thomas Jr.	PHI	65%	5.3	57.0	12.5	0.20	1.60	30.0	7.3	-0.11	13.9	26.2	5.6
MIA	Chris Bell	CIN	63%	2.9	57.5	11.7	0.16	1.30	40.0	8.8	2.20	12.7	17.8	4.9
CIN	Dohnte Meyers	MIA	63%	4.9	51.5	10.2	0.18	1.50	13.3	5.5	3.45	9.6	50.0	6.0
BAL	Rashod Bateman	ATL	63%	7.2	61.4	11.9	0.18	0.90	15.0	1.9	1.00	14.3	33.3	6.5

Malachi Fields could be an interesting player prop for receptions in Week 5. He has recorded 2 catches in every game this season, while the Commanders have allowed multiple opposing receivers to record 3+ receptions in every game.

Michael Pittman Jr. is expected to miss a few weeks now.

Wan’Dale Robinson has found the end zone in back-to-back games, and Houston has allowed 6 touchdowns to opposing WRs this season.

Dohnte Meyers could be an interesting FLEX play for the Bengals if both Tee Higgins and Ja’Marr Chase miss Week 5. Miami has allowed just 1 receiver to surpass 60 receiving yards this season, but the potential volume could be enough for Meyers to provide FLEX value.

Courtland Sutton has performed well against the Chargers, scoring a touchdown in 4 of his last 6 matchups and recording 50+ receiving yards in 4 of his last 5 games against them.

Tier 8 | Only if You’re Desperate WRs

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	RTE%	TGT %	TPRR	YPRR	MAN WIN RATE	ZONE WIN RATE	YAC/REC	1READ %	SLOT RTE %	XFP
LAC	Quentin Johnston	DEN	60%	3.7	73.8	14.2	0.16	1.00	22.2	6.7	3.14	17.1	16.8	9.2
NYJ	Isaiah Williams	CLE	60%	6.5	83.2	10.3	0.11	1.20	21.1	6.7	3.00	14.9	47.4	4.8
HOU	Jaylin Noel	TEN	60%	6.3	49.1	7.2	0.13	2.20	21.4	8.1	0.63	8.7	73.8	4.7
SEA	Rashid Shaheed	SF	58%	5.1	61.4	11.9	0.18	0.90	15.0	1.9	1.00	14.3	33.3	6.5
SEA	Cooper Kupp	SF	58%	5.5	62.2	10.2	0.15	1.40	6.7	10.5	0.78	11.9	41.8	5.6
DET	Isaac TeSlaa	ARI	55%	5.8	72.4	8.7	0.11	1.50	13.3	7.8	0.56	7.2	33.3	7.4
ARI	Kendrick Bourne	DET	55%	3.8	71.8	9.2	0.12	0.90	16.7	3.4	2.33	11.2	67.5	5.0
DAL	Ryan Flournoy	TB	52%	4.2	69.5	14.0	0.18	0.90	18.2	5.7	2.31	14.4	57.8	10.1
TB	Ted Hurst III	DAL	52%	5.7	62.0	12.7	0.16	1.31	27.0	10.7	0.25	14.3	30.6	8.2
NE	DeMario Douglas	LV	50%	3.2	66.2	12.2	0.15	0.80	33.3	5.5	0.67	16.4	85.7	7.6
WAS	Antonio Williams	NYG	50%	6.1	46.2	13.1	0.25	1.70	23.1	11.5	0.92	14.1	50.0	8.5
HOU	Kayshon Boutte	TEN	50%	4.0	69.0	9.2	0.12	1.00	21.7	10.3	0.22	12.6	23.7	7.1
ATL	Jahan Dotson	BAL	50%	4.6	35.0	6.5	0.17	1.40	14.3	4.8	1.60	6.7	68.6	4.1

Isaac TeSlaa could be an interesting option in the deepest of leagues as a potential long touchdown play. Arizona allows the 2nd-highest YPRR in the league, while TeSlaa has a high YPRR himself.

Despite some success last week, Rashid Shaheed should not be considered a great deep-league play against the 49ers, who allow the 3rd-fewest YPRR in the league.

Antonio Williams could look to bounce back if Jayden Daniels returns, as he has been far more productive with Daniels on the field.

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Week 5 Tight End Rankings & Start/Sit

Tier 1 | Elite TE Weekly Differentiators

If you’re a betting person, take a shot on Trey McBride scoring 2 touchdowns, as the Lions have allowed a TE to score multiple touchdowns in 3 of their first 4 games.

Look for Sam LaPorta to thrive against the Cardinals, who have allowed a TE to produce 50+ receiving yards in 3 of their first 4 games.

Tier 2 | Must Start Tight Ends

George Kittle has been productive against Seattle, scoring a touchdown in 5 of his last 7 matchups against the Seahawks.

Isaiah Likely has massive upside against the Commanders, who allow the 5th-most YPRR to opposing TEs. Likely ranks 1st in TPRR, meaning he should see plenty of opportunities in this matchup. Washington also allows the 2nd-highest 1st Read%, while Likely ranks 3rd with a 34.1% 1st Read%.

Tier 3 | Strong, Volatile Starting Tight Ends

With Dalton Kincaid’s recent struggles, things won’t get any easier against the Rams, who have not allowed a tight end to surpass 35 receiving yards this season.

Tucker Kraft could be a risky play against the Bears, who have not allowed a tight end to surpass 30 receiving yards. Kraft also has just 67 receiving yards in four career games against Chicago.

Mike Gesicki could be in for a big Week 5 performance against Miami, which has allowed a tight end to surpass 50 receiving yards in three straight games, especially if Tee Higgins and Ja’Marr Chase are ruled out.

Tier 4 | Usable Fantasy Football TEs

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	RTE%	TGT %	TPRR	YPRR	1READ %	SLOT RTE %	Inline %	XFP
CHI	Colston Loveland	GB	81%	3.7	69.5	12.9	0.16	0.87	17.9	27.6	33.3	9.4
CLE	Harold Fannin Jr.	NYJ	80%	10.5	78.4	20.0	0.20	1.40	16.3	31.2	54.1	10.6
NE	Hunter Henry	LV	80%	4.8	64.2	11.4	0.20	1.40	15.1	41.1	45.3	5.4
DAL	Jake Ferguson	TB	79%	7.6	65.3	10.0	0.10	0.80	9.6	49.5	42.2	8.0
NYJ	Kenyon Sadiq	CLE	77%	8.2	49.6	14.5	0.30	2.10	16.2	29.4	45.6	7.4
BAL	Mark Andrews	ATL	75%	7.5	67.5	22.9	0.29	1.80	26.0	42.2	34.9	10.3
PIT	Pat Freiermuth	IND	75%	8.0	63.2	12.3	0.20	1.20	12.2	64.8	25.0	9.1
JAX	Brenton Strange	PHI	75%	7.4	71.9	17.3	0.20	2.00	19.0	41.5	41.5	7.7
LAR	Tyler Higbee	BUF	73%	6.4	50.6	11.5	0.20	1.60	13.8	34.8	49.4	7.6
LAC	Oronde Gadsden	DEN	73%	4.8	42.8	10.0	0.20	1.40	11.0	33.9	46.8	6.1
HOU	Dalton Schultz	TEN	70%	8.0	68.4	18.4	0.20	1.80	19.4	46.2	36.8	11.0
ATL	Kyle Pitts	BAL	70%	2.3	55.0	9.1	0.15	1.10	10.3	29.5	44.3	3.3

Look for Hunter Henry to find himself in the end zone in Week 5 against a Raiders defense that has allowed the 2nd-most touchdowns to the TE position.

Harold Fannin has a positive matchup against the Jets, who allow the 5th-highest TPRR to opposing TEs. Fannin is on the plus side of a .21 TPRR, meaning he should see plenty of opportunities to produce against the Jets.

Oronde Gadsden may be able to build off a decent Week 4, as the Broncos have allowed 60+ yards to a TE in 3 of their first 4 games this season.

Brenton Strange gets a bump this week against the Eagles, who allow the 3rd-highest 1st Read% and the most targets to the slot. Strange has a solid 19% 1st Read% and is running 41% of his routes from the slot.

Dalton Schultz should only be considered a floor play this week. As a member of the Texans, Schultz has just 2 games with over 35 receiving yards against the Titans and has never scored a touchdown against them.

Tier 5 | Deep League TE Streamers

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	RTE%	TGT %	TPRR	YPRR	1READ %	SLOT RTE %	Inline %	XFP
PIT	Darnell Washington	IND	68%	5.6	36.8	8.4	0.20	1.90	10.2	12.7	81.0	6.0
LV	Michael Mayer	NE	67%	8.2	75.7	16.0	0.20	1.50	11.5	19.1	76.5	9.4
SEA	AJ Barner	SF	64%	5.2	66.9	12.7	0.20	1.20	13.1	15.3	74.1	7.7
TB	Cade Otton	HOU	64%	6.1	78.5	18.3	0.20	1.30	22.0	42.7	40.3	9.0
PHI	Zach Ertz	JAX	64%	1.9	34.9	11.3	0.30	1.00	17.1	54.5	40.9	5.0
DEN	Evan Engram	LAR	60%	3.9	58.0	8.1	0.10	0.80	8.5	15.7	61.4	5.4
MIA	Greg Dulcich	CIN	60%	3.4	55.1	10.7	0.20	1.30	12.7	17.1	71.4	5.3
BAL	Matthew Hibner	ATL	60%	3.9	25.2	4.8	0.20	2.30	5.5	22.6	61.3	2.4
WAS	Chig Okonkwo	NYG	60%	2.1	57.0	8.5	0.13	0.47	10.4	46.7	37.8	4.5
TEN	Gunnar Helm	HOU	60%	2.6	60.0	10.1	0.20	0.70	10.7	59.3	25.9	5.0

If you’re truly desperate, Greg Dulcich or even Will Kacmarek have a positive matchup against the Bengals, who have allowed a TE to produce 60+ receiving yards in 3 straight games. However, it’s hard to trust anyone in the Miami offense.

Darnell Washington could be a super-sneaky play against the Colts, who allow the 4th-most YPRR to opposing TEs. Washington ranks inside the top 20 in YPRR at 1.89, giving him an opportunity to produce against a Colts defense that has struggled against the pass.

Week 5 FLEX Rankings & Start/Sit

Week 5 Flex Rankings (click here)

Rank	Name	Team	Position
1	Jahmyr Gibbs	DET	RB
2	Bijan Robinson	ATL	RB
3	Amon-Ra St. Brown	DET	WR
4	Jonathan Taylor	IND	RB
5	Puka Nacua	LAR	WR
6	Jaxon Smith-Njigba	SEA	WR
7	Kyren Williams	LAR	RB
8	Drake London	ATL	WR
9	Chase Brown	CIN	RB
10	CeeDee Lamb	DAL	WR
11	Christian McCaffrey	SF	RB
12	Tee Higgins	CIN	WR
13	Malik Nabers	NYG	WR
14	Derrick Henry	BAL	RB
15	Jaylen Warren	PIT	RB
16	Trey McBride	ARI	TE
17	Zay Flowers	BAL	WR
18	D’Andre Swift	CHI	RB
19	Nico Collins	HOU	WR
20	Javonte Williams	DAL	RB
21	Garrett Wilson	NYJ	WR
22	Chris Olave	NO	WR
23	Jeremiyah Love	ARI	RB
24	Ashton Jeanty	LV	RB
25	Michael Wilson	ARI	WR
26	Justin Jefferson	MIN	WR
27	Brock Bowers	LV	TE
28	Parker Washington	JAC	WR
29	Jaylen Waddle	DEN	WR
30	Aaron Jones Sr.	MIN	RB
31	Davante Adams	LAR	WR
32	James Cook III	BUF	RB
33	Bhayshul Tuten	JAC	RB
34	George Pickens	DAL	WR
35	Sam LaPorta	DET	TE
36	Quinshon Judkins	CLE	RB
37	Carnell Tate	TEN	WR
38	George Kittle	SF	TE
39	DK Metcalf	PIT	WR
40	Christian Watson	GB	WR
41	Matthew Golden	GB	WR
42	Cam Skattebo	NYG	RB
43	Emanuel Wilson	SEA	RB
44	Jameson Williams	DET	WR
45	Luther Burden III	CHI	WR
46	Bucky Irving	TB	RB
47	Stefon Diggs	WAS	WR
48	Braelon Allen	NYJ	RB
49	Isaiah Likely	NYG	TE
50	Mike Evans	SF	WR
51	Omarion Hampton	LAC	RB
52	Rhamondre Stevenson	NE	RB
53	Juwan Johnson	NO	TE
54	RJ Harvey	DEN	RB
55	Kyle Monangai	CHI	RB
56	Tyler Warren	IND	TE
57	Denzel Boston	CLE	WR
58	David Montgomery	HOU	RB
59	Romeo Doubs	NE	WR
60	Terry McLaurin	WAS	WR
61	J.K. Dobbins	DEN	RB
62	Jordan Addison	MIN	WR
63	Malik Washington	MIA	WR
64	Defensive Team Stats Below, in each drop down, are the full Week 5 Team Stats powered by Fantasy Points Data Suite. Use these metrics to make informed Start/Sit decisions, place prop bets, or make DFS lineup calls. Defensive Stats Table (click here) Team Def. Rank Vs. QBs Def. Rank Vs. RBs Def. Rank Vs. WRs Def. Rank Vs. TEs Cardinals 28 8 31 29 Falcons 22 4 25 21 Ravens 17 12 21 15 Bills 29 27 29 12 Panthers 25 29 5 26 Bears 11 10 6 3 Bengals 15 11 13 22 Browns 24 6 28 23 Cowboys 31 23 26 20 Broncos 20 26 11 19 Lions 32 17 30 32 Packers 12 31 14 13 Texans 26 9 32 9 Colts 27 25 23 18 Jaguars 8 3 20 14 Chiefs 4 13 1 31 Raiders 16 19 10 28 Chargers 19 22 22 8 Rams 14 1 16 4 Dolphins 21 30 3 25 Vikings 1 2 12 7 Patriots 7 15 19 1 Saints 18 32 15 24 Giants 13 18 17 17 Jets 5 28 8 6 Eagles 23 20 24 5 Steelers 3 24 9 16 49ers 9 21 7 2 Seahawks 2 14 2 11 Buccaneers 10 5 4 27 Titans 6 16 18 10 Commanders 30 7 27 30 QB | RB | WR |TE | Table of Statistics | Team Stats Table of Statistics Click below to see the full table of statistics used in the Weekly Start/Sit Rankings: Table of Statistics (Tap to expand) Title Description Lineup Decision How we view the player in fantasy lineups Confidence How confident we are that the player can perform FPPG Player’s fantasy points per game Total Yards/G Total yards per game QB Rate vs. Man QB passer rating against man coverage QB Rate vs. Zone QB passer rating against zone coverage QB Rate vs. 2-High QB passer rating against two-high safety looks QB Rate vs. 1-High QB passer rating against one-high safety looks CPOE Completion percentage over expectation based on depth of throw Deep Throw % Percentage of throws traveling 20+ yards ADJ Comp % Completion percentage adjusted for drops, spikes, throwaways, hit-as-thrown passes and batted passes EZ Atts Passing attempts into the end zone XFP Expected fantasy points Att % Percentage of the team’s rushing attempts Off Snaps % Percentage of the team’s offensive snaps played i20% Percentage of the team’s carries from inside the 20-yard line TGT % Team target share Route % Routes run per team dropback YPRR Yards per route run EXP Run % Percentage of rushing attempts that result in explosive runs MTF/ATT Missed tackles forced per rushing attempt YACO/ATT Yards after contact per rushing attempt YBCO/ATT Yards before contact per rushing attempt TPRR Targets per route run Man Win Rate Percentage of routes with a positive separation score against man coverage Zone Win Rate Percentage of routes with a positive separation score against zone coverage YAC/Rec Yards after the catch per reception 1st Read % Percentage of the team’s first-read and designed targets Slot RTE % Percentage of routes run from the slot Inline % Percentage of routes run inline 🔥Take Control of Your Dynasty Today Want to see where your lineup stacks up? Start building like the pros with our most powerful tools and resources: 📱 Dynasty Nerds App → Analyze trades, compare rosters—see where you rank. 🏈 Dynasty Rankings → Updated player values for every position. 🎓 Rookie Mock Draft Hub → Find the next wave of talent for your drafts. 🚀 Join the NerdHerd → Unlock premium tools and exclusive extra podcast. 👉 It’s time to take control of your dynasty and see where your lineup truly ranks. Start/Sit Share this article Written by Steven Pintado Member of the Dynasty Nerds Analytics/Writing Team Twitter: @coachstevep - A Jersey Guy working in Finance! Big Dolphins fan and have been playing fantasy football since 2008. More from Start/Sit Start/Sit Week 4 NFL Matchups | Fantasy Football CheatChart Brad Custer · Oct 3, 2026 It's here! Our Positional CheatChart is LIVE for the 2026 season. Data Nerd @MonCalFF is back with his Week 4… IDP Week 4 IDP Start/Sit | Lineup Advice and Hidden IDP Gems Jon Glosser · Oct 2, 2026 The Week 4 IDP Start/Sit is here, featuring DL, LB, and DB players to start or sit, DT and CB… Start/Sit Week 4 Fantasy Football Rankings | Start/Sit QB, RB, WR & TE Steven Pintado · Oct 1, 2026 Steven Pintado's Week 4 fantasy football rankings and Start/Sit tiers for QB, RB, WR and TE, backed by Fantasy Points… × Create Your Free Account Get started in seconds. No credit card required. Email Address Password Confirm Password Create Free Account Already have an account? Log in Want unlimited access? Go Premium Check Your Email We sent a 6-digit code to Verify Email Didn't get the code? Resend Skip for now — I'll verify later Welcome to Dynasty Nerds! Your free account is ready. You've got 3 free trades per day. Continue Want unlimited trades, league sync, and live rankings? Go Premium