Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em - Week 5 Matchups Analysis

Welcome back, RotoBallers, to another start'em and sit'em piece as we look ahead to Week 5! With injuries piling up and bye weeks now in full swing, fantasy managers might have to look deeper on their benches. So, if that's the case, you have come to the right place. This Week 5 matchups analysis and Start 'Em, […]

Key Starters and Tough Calls - Week 5 Lineup Spotlights for Fantasy Football Include Antonio Gibson, Tyrone Tracy Jr., Patrick Mahomes

Scott Engel’s Lineup Spotlights on RotoBaller.com feature key players to consider starting every week during the 2024 fantasy football season. “The King” highlights preferred starting options when you are dealing with challenging lineup decisions. The starting options included in this rundown are based on Scott’s Premium Weekly Lineup Rankings, available in the RotoBaller NFL Premium Pass. Enter […]

Wan'Dale Robinson, Tucker Kraft, Rashid Shaheed: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 5

You may have added the top player available on waivers and pulled off a trade or two this week, but there is still much to be done to get a win in Week 5. Most importantly, you will have to set the correct lineup, and that means making the right last-minute start 'em, sit 'em […]

Jack Conklin Out, Jedrick Wills Active For Browns

Cleveland Browns offensive tackle Jack Conklin (hamstring) has been ruled out for the Week 5 contest on Sunday against the Washington Commanders, while left tackle Jedrick Wills (knee) is active. Conklin made some progress at practice this week, but he remains out of action and will be hoping to make his 2024 debut in Week […]

Dameon Pierce Out, Robert Woods Active In Week 5

Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce (hamstring) is officially inactive for Week 5 against the visiting Buffalo Bills on Sunday, while wide receiver Robert Woods (foot) is active. Pierce has been making progress with his hamstring injury in recent weeks, but he will now miss his fourth straight game after being injured in the Week […]

Jeff Wilson Jr. A Healthy Scratch In Week 5

Miami Dolphins running back Jeff Wilson Jr. (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the New England Patriots. He had recovered from a rib injury but evidently doesn't have a spot on Miami's gameday roster with Raheem Mostert returning to the fold and both De'Von Achane and Jaylen Wright playing well. Going forward, Wilson […]

Brian Robinson Jr. Officially Active For Week 5

Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. (knee) is officially active for Week 5 versus the Cleveland Browns. He had been listed as questionable but was expected to suit up. Robinson should have a normal workload without any injury limitations this week, but he might not be able to replicate last week's 100-yard performance now […]

Aaron Jones Won't Return In Week 5

Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones (hip) has been downgraded to out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the New York Jets in London. He suffered the injury during the first half and was unable to re-enter the contest. The television broadcast showed a camera angle of Jones limping on the sideline while expressing […]

Dontayvion Wicks, Kareem Hunt, Jauan Jennings: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 5

Whether you're 4-0, 0-4, or somewhere in between, it is still early enough in the fantasy football season for things to change. To ensure your team stays in the winning column, it's imperative to make the right start 'em, sit 'em decisions. Dontayvion Wicks, Kareem Hunt, and Jauan Jennings are all options fantasy gamers are […]

Aaron Jones Questionable To Return In Week 5

Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones (hip) is questionable to return for Sunday's Week 5 matchup against the New York Jets. The veteran back suffered a hip injury during the second quarter of their matchup in London. The assumption is that Jones will be held out until halftime to be further evaluated. In the meantime, […]

Emanuel Wilson A Shaky Option For Week 5

Green Bay Packers running back Emanuel Wilson wasn't able to do much damage against the Minnesota Vikings last week. The 25-year-old rushed eight times for 27 yards as the primary backup to Josh Jacobs. This was a disappointing outing for Wilson after a 50-yard performance in Week 3. The assumption is that Wilson should continue […]

Tyler Goodson Should See Larger Role In Week 5

Indianapolis Colts running back Tyler Goodson is expected to see more involvement during Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Colts are going to be without Jonathan Taylor (ankle) for at least one game. Head coach Shane Steichen said that the team plans to use a committee approach at running back. Trey Sermon figures to […]

Fantasy Football Injury Reports For Week 5 (Sunday Morning Updates): George Kittle, Trey McBride, Anthony Richardson, David Njoku, Evan Engram, and more

Heading into Week 5 of the NFL season, injuries continue to impact the upcoming schedule. These play a huge factor in start/sit decisions for fantasy managers. Our injury updates and reports for Week 5 as of Sunday, October 6, 2024, will give you the latest updates on key fantasy football players. The injury news for […]

Saints vs. Chiefs MNF Start 'Em, Sit 'Em - Patrick Mahomes, Derek Carr, Kareem Hunt, Chris Olave, Rashid Shaheed, Xavier Worthy, Travis Kelce, more

We're already onto Week 5 of the 2024 NFL season, and as always, you'll have to set the bulk of your fantasy lineup before Monday Night Football. Below, you can read our Monday Night Football matchups analysis article for the Saints vs. Chiefs game to help make any fantasy football lineup decisions for both season-long […]

Cowboys vs. Steelers Sunday Night Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Dak Prescott, Justin Fields, CeeDee Lamb, Najee Harris, and more

The 2024 NFL season is heating up! We're looking at Week 5 fantasy football starts and sits! We have an interesting primetime matchup for Sunday Night Football between two of the league's most storied franchises, as the Dallas Cowboys take on the Pittsburgh Steelers. It's been a rocky start to the year in Dallas, as […]

Jets vs. Vikings (London) Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Aaron Jones, Breece Hall, Aaron Rodgers, Justin Jefferson, and more

The 2024 NFL season is in full swing! We're looking at looking at Week 5 fantasy football starts and sits for the first of this year's International Series, which is set to take place in London. We have an interesting Sunday morning matchup with the New York Jets taking on the Minnesota Vikings. The Vikings […]

Week 5 FLEX Rankings for Fantasy Football (RB, WR, TE) - Updates Include Rico Dowdle, Courtland Sutton, Tee Higgins, Jerry Jeudy, Justice Hill, Jerome Ford

Welcome back RotoBallers! Hopefully, your fantasy team is off to a strong start, but if you've been plagued by injuries like many fantasy managers, it's not too late to turn things around. We're here to help with our NFL team's updated Week 5 fantasy football FLEX rankings for 2024. Comparing two flex options at different […]

Week 5 Running Back Rankings for Fantasy Football: RB Updates Include Trey Sermon, Zack Moss, Kareem Hunt, Antonio Gibson, Tyrone Tracy, D'Andre Swift

The 2024 fantasy football season has been full of ups and downs for key players, but whether you're off to a great start or are struggling, there is a lot of time to rise or fall in your league's standings. That said, let's get to crucial start-or-sit decisions with help from our updated Week 5 […]

Dameon Pierce Likely To Miss Week 5

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce (hamstring) isn't expected to suit up on Sunday versus the Bills. The 24-year-old is coming along, considering he practiced in a limited capacity on Friday. However, since he had only three carries for 16 yards in Week 1 versus the Colts, the last time […]

Reason For Optimism Around Christian McCaffrey

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (calf, Achilles) will not be activated when eligible to return for the team's Week 6 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday Night Football, per Adam Schefter. McCaffrey, who has been on injured reserve since Week 2 with nagging calf and bilateral Achilles tendinitis, was a candidate to […]

Tyler Badie Placed On Injured Reserve

Denver Broncos running back Tyler Badie (back) has been placed on the injured reserve prior to the Week 5 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. Badie went down with a back injury during last week's game. It appears the injury is somewhat significant considering the team has placed him on the IR, so Badie will […]

Brian Robinson Jr. Will Play Against Cleveland

According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. (knee) will suit up for Sunday's game versus the Browns. He was officially labeled as questionable heading into this contest. However, with Austin Ekeler (concussion) also cleared to play, the Commanders will have their top options out of the backfield. While Robinson's presence […]

Kareem Hunt Off The Injury Report

Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt (shoulder) doesn't carry an injury designation heading into Monday's matchup with the Saints. He was limited at practice on Thursday and Friday. However, he logged a full session on Saturday. The veteran looked good in his first game back with the Chiefs, amassing 69 yards off 14 carries, […]

Trey Sermon Up For A Big Workload In Week 5

Indianapolis Colts running back Trey Sermon hasn't seen much action this season, but that is set to change in Week 5. With starting running back Jonathan Taylor (ankle) confirmed out, Sermon is set to be the starter for Indianapolis in Sunday's matchup against the Jaguars. He also draws a favorable matchup, with the Jaguars allowing […]

Clyde Edwards-Helaire Doubtful For Week 5

Kansas City Chiefs running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire (illness) is doubtful for Monday's matchup with the Saints. The 25-year-old has practiced somewhat throughout the week, so he's moving in the right direction. However, fantasy managers must wait a little longer to see him back on the field. With Kareem Hunt (shoulder) off the injury report, he'll […]

Alvin Kamara Good To Go For Monday Night

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (hip, ribs) practiced in full on Saturday and doesn't carry an injury designation heading into Monday night's meeting with the Chiefs. Kamara is battling multiple ailments. However, the 29-year-old will likely continue to play through the pain barring any setbacks. He looked great in the Saints' first four […]

Jerome Ford – Week 5 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 10+ Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB17 ANALYSIS: Cleveland Browns running back Jerome Ford has filled as the starter, with Nick Chubb working his way back from a gruesome knee injury. The veteran running back returned to practice this week for the first time since suffering the injury early last year. However, […]

Fantasy Football Landmines to Avoid for Week 5 - DJ Moore, Courtland Sutton, Rico Dowdle, more

In Week 5 of the fantasy football season, bye weeks have started, the stakes get higher, and every lineup decision can make or break your week. If you’ve been riding the early season roller coaster, you know that managing a team is about more than just starting your stars -- it’s about avoiding potential landmines.  […]

Week 5 Fantasy Football Busts? Players Who May Disappoint Include Patrick Mahomes, Tyreek Hill, Zay Flowers, Rico Dowdle, Chase Brown

Week 5 brings bye weeks into the mix to muck up fantasy football lineups. The Detroit Lions and Philadelphia Eagles take their mini-vacation this week. That's unfortunate for the game we love, as both pass defenses are well below average and easy targets for start/sit decisions. At least the league's top pass defense (Tennessee) is […]

Fantasy Football Warning Signals for Week 5: Dak Prescott, Zack Moss, and Jaylen Waddle

Week 5 of the fantasy football season is underway! October is a much more revealing month historically than September as teams are finding their groove. We often are misled by September results. Between injury recovery, lack of preseason reps, and teams just trying things out, there should be much more clarity moving forward compared to […]