Fantasy Football Week 5 Lineup Advice: Starts, Sits, Flex Plays & Touchdown Picks (Ep. 2249)

Jake Seeley prefers Aaron Jones over Quinshon Judkins, emphasizing the high volume of touches (23 per game over the last three weeks) and the superior offensive ecosystem of the Browns compared to the Vikings.

Corum is viewed as having limited value in negative game scripts because he is not a reliable pass catcher. He is best suited for games where the Rams play with a lead, making him a risky start in a potential shootout against the Bills.

Brenton Strange is highlighted as a recommended touchdown pick for Week 5, with the expectation that the Jaguars' offense will have a highly productive day against the Eagles.

Robinson has a solid floor due to consistent carry volume (11, 10, and 14 in the last three games), but he lacks involvement as a pass catcher. He faces a tough matchup against the Ravens' run defense, which is allowing only 3.8 yards per carry to running backs.

Purdy is considered a high-end quarterback option who would be in tier one if not for the 'Purdy' label. He is playing more consistently than Joe Burrow and is a strong start despite a tough matchup against the Seahawks.

Jake Seeley is bullish on Stroud, ranking him as his QB12 (four spots ahead of consensus) and projecting 300+ yards and multiple touchdowns against the Titans. Seeley prefers him over Jalen Hurts and other mid-tier quarterbacks due to the Texans' pass-heavy offensive scheme.

Analysts are skeptical of Tate's breakout performance, citing a lack of trust in Cam Ward and the offense's consistency; he is ranked significantly lower than consensus.

Loveland is a low-end TE1 option who faces a difficult matchup against a Vikings defense that allows the sixth-fewest fantasy points to tight ends. He is coming off a slow start and is playing with a backup quarterback, though he has shown high-ceiling potential in previous matchups against the Packers.

Samuel is preferred over Romeo Dobbs due to his 'Swiss Army knife' usage as both a receiver and runner, which makes him more matchup-resistant. He has scored three touchdowns in four games and consistently receives at least one carry per game, including three carries for 44 yards last week.

Boston is highlighted as a budding star averaging 71 receiving yards per game. He is preferred over Tucker Kraft due to his big-play ability, which allows him to produce more efficiently on fewer targets.

Despite skepticism, Watson is playing better than expected and the Browns' offense is clicking, making the team's pieces functional and fantasy-relevant.

Metcalf is a high-volume target (top 10 in the league) but faces a tough matchup against the Colts, who are strong against outside receivers. While he may be moved into the slot to avoid Sauce Gardner, he remains a boom-or-bust play that is best suited for managers who are underdogs.

Harold Fannin Jr. is a recommended tight end start for Week 5, having recorded three touchdown catches over his last two games. He has emerged as Deshaun Watson's primary target in the money zone.

Brissett is a popular streamer against the Lions, but there are concerns about his consistency and the loss of left tackle Paris Johnson to a torn biceps. While the matchup looks good on paper, the pass-rush threat from Detroit and the offensive line injury make him a risky start.

Daniels is preferred over Jacoby Brissett due to his dual-threat ability, even coming off an elbow injury. He is viewed as the superior quarterback, though there is some concern regarding the potential absence of Terry McLaurin.

Waddle is preferred over DK Metcalf because he is expected to face a defense that spreads its coverage rather than focusing solely on him. He is viewed as a strong start, with the expectation that he will perform well if the Chargers' defense cannot isolate him.

Wright is expected to see increased usage following comments from head coach Jeff Halfley. While he was out-snapped 22-12 and out-touched 11-5 by Ollie Gordon last week, his role is trending upward, creating uncertainty in the Dolphins' post-Devon Achane backfield.

Addison is a strong start if Justin Jefferson is out, with a projected top-20 finish. His matchup is considered favorable, though his status is currently clouded by a hamstring injury.

Despite a disappointing Week 4, Downs remains a key cog in the Colts' passing game, having recorded 20 targets in Weeks 2 and 3; he is a preferred start over Carnell Tate.

Johnson is a low-end TE1 option who is slightly preferred in PPR formats. There is some hesitation regarding the reliability of backup quarterback Tyson Bagent, but Johnson remains a viable start in the current tight end landscape.

Pat Fitzmaurice and Jake Seeley view Gesicki as a viable TE1 play if Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins are out. Seeley ranks him as high as TE8 in that scenario, noting that Joe Burrow turns to him when the primary receivers are absent.

Despite concerns about a potential 50-50 split with Jalen Wright in a struggling Dolphins offense, Gordon is preferred over Tony Pollard this week. He showed decent production even when excluding a 53-yard run, though there is uncertainty regarding his standing relative to Wright following comments from head coach Jeff Halfley.

Despite a recent down game, Parker Washington is a strong buy-low candidate. He is in a favorable spot against the Eagles, especially with Quinyon Mitchell sidelined, and is expected to bounce back with touchdown potential.

Washington is identified as a 'buy-low' candidate following a single bad game. He is expected to bounce back, as he had been performing well through the first three weeks of the season.

Pat Fitzmaurice ranks Judkins slightly ahead of Aaron Jones, citing his increased pass-catching role (15 receptions already) and consistent workload of 18.5 touches per game. However, he notes concerns regarding the Vikings' offensive line injuries.

Judkins is averaging roughly three yards per carry, and while his usage consistency is a concern, his touchdown probability has improved to near 50-50 in any given game.

Both analysts prefer starting RJ Harvey over both Ja'Kory Krosky Merritt and Omerian Hampton due to the messy situations in Washington and Los Angeles.

Dobbs is viewed as a viable start against the Raiders, though there is skepticism regarding his weekly role in an ensemble New England receiving corps. While he saw nine targets last week, his target totals have been inconsistent (3, 4, 4, 9), and there is concern about Drake Maye's ability to handle pressure.

Pollard is considered a startable RB2, but there are concerns regarding the Titans' offense and the potential for Tyjae Spears to continue eating into his workload. While he has maintained consistent volume with 15, 21, and 18 touches over the last three games, he is ranked behind Ollie Gordon in some projections due to the offensive environment.

Kraft is considered touchdown-reliant and is currently averaging 37 receiving yards per game. He is ranked behind Denzel Boston, who is seen as having more big-play potential in both PPR and non-PPR formats.

Tyler Allgeier continues to be a factor in the Falcons' backfield, successfully vulturing a touchdown against the Giants from long range.

Jake Seeley classifies Shipley as a desperate start rather than a preferred option, noting the Eagles' offensive line issues and a tough matchup against a Jaguars defense that historically stifles lead running backs. He is ranked as a high-end RB3 (low 20s) rather than an RB2.

Pat Fitzmaurice projects Shipley to see a baseline of 12 touches, with potential for up to 20, as the last man standing in the Eagles' backfield. He highlights Shipley's pass-catching ability as a potential asset against a Jaguars defense that has allowed the second-most receptions and receiving yards to running backs.

Shipley is projected for a solid floor of at least a dozen touches, making him a preferred flex option over DK Metcalf in most circumstances. While he hasn't fully proven himself as a workhorse, his touch certainty is valued over Metcalf's boom-or-bust profile.

Shipley is ranked between Krosky Merritt and Hampton, with some preference over Hampton, though the overall offensive situation for the team is poor.

Flowers sees a higher target share (28.2%) without Lamar Jackson, but his yards per reception drops significantly (from 14.4 to 8.3), moving him from a WR1 to a WR2.