Should I Drop Keenan Allen for Fantasy Football Week 5?

Fantasy managers should not overreact to Keenan Allen's modest stat line in his first game back from a heel injury. It’s common for players returning from injuries to have slow starts as they ease back into game speed, and Allen's three catches for 19 yards shouldn't raise alarm bells.

His role in the Bears' offense is significant, and it's likely the team was being cautious with his usage in his first game back. Letting go of a proven, high-volume wide receiver like Allen after one underwhelming performance would be a hasty decision, especially given his track record of consistent production.

Allen has the benefit of playing alongside rookie quarterback Caleb Williams, who is only going to improve as the season progresses. In Week 1, before Allen's injury, he saw 11 targets, highlighting his importance in the offense.

Small detail, but worth pointing out:

I continue to feel like Rome Odunze's feel for timing with Caleb Williams is right up there with Keenan Allen's as the best on the team.

Good job by Caleb to climb the pocket and hit Odunze for a 10-yard gain on what could have been a… pic.twitter.com/inYrr6u4Nj

— Jacob Gibbs (@jagibbs_23) September 30, 2024

As Williams gains more experience and develops further, the connection between him and Allen is bound to strengthen, leading to increased opportunities.

Given Allen's role and the promise of Williams' growth, fantasy managers should remain patient and hold onto him, as he could easily return to a WR2 status in the coming weeks.