
Fantasy Football Players That Are GOING OFF In Week 5!
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Amon-Ra St. Brown
Amon-Ra St. Brown is a 'two-high killer' and the league leader in targets per route run against two-high coverage (0.32), outperforming Puka Nacua and Jaxon Smith-Njigba. He is projected for a massive Week 5 performance against Arizona, with the source predicting 175 yards, two touchdowns, and double-digit catches, making him a must-play in DFS.
Insight pageAntonio Williams
Antonio Williams is cited as historical context for the Eagles' defensive struggles against slot receivers, having contributed to a combined production of 60 yards, 90 yards, and two touchdowns alongside Stefon Diggs in Week 1.
Insight pageBrock Bowers
Brock Bowers is the only tight end currently averaging more routes run per game than Sam LaPorta.
Insight pageDallas Goedert
Dallas Goedert is noted as being injured, which is a primary concern for the Eagles' offensive output and their ability to push back in games.
Insight pageDarnell Washington
The source notes that Roman Wilson has been receiving fewer snaps than tight end Darnell Washington, which the source finds embarrassing given Wilson's recent production.
Insight pageDeVonta Smith
DeVonta Smith is noted as being injured, which is a primary concern for the Eagles' offensive output and their ability to push back in games.
Insight pageDK Metcalf
DK Metcalf is used as a statistical comparison for efficiency, trailing Roman Wilson in yards per route run (1.36 vs 1.94) and yards per route run against man coverage (1.64 vs 2.65).
Insight pageDrake Maye
Drake Maye is used as a statistical benchmark for quarterback efficiency, having led the league in fantasy points per drop back last year with 0.59.
Insight pageJacoby Brissett
Jacoby Brissett is an underrated quarterback play in a 'best possible matchup' against a Lions defense allowing a league-high 28.9 fantasy points per game to the position. He has demonstrated historical consistency, finishing as a QB1 in 10 of his last 12 games.
Insight pageJameson Williams
Jameson Williams is an unlucky player with significant upside, ranking as the WR16 in expected fantasy points (XFP) per game despite sitting at WR40 in actual fantasy points. He has suffered from a league-high 118 air yards dropped, but the source maintains he is 'really good' and a viable DFS play. While his efficiency against two-high coverage has dipped (YPRR falling from 0.20 to 0.16), he remains a strong deep-threat candidate against an Arizona defense that allows explosives at the highest rate in the league.
Insight pageJared Goff
Jared Goff is a strong DFS play and a primary beneficiary of the matchup against Arizona. He excels against two-high coverage, ranking behind only Josh Allen in EPA per drop back (0.26 EPA per drop back). The source suggests he is a key component of a potential 'onslaught' stack for the Lions.
Insight pageJauan Jennings
Jauan Jennings is referenced as a statistical comparison for efficiency against man coverage, recording 0.88 fantasy points per route run.
Insight pageJaxon Smith-Njigba
Jaxon Smith-Njigba is used as a benchmark for target efficiency, trailing Amon-Ra St. Brown in targets per route run against two-high coverage.
Insight pageJosh Allen
Josh Allen serves as the top-tier benchmark for quarterback performance against two-high coverage, outperforming all other quarterbacks in EPA per drop back.
Insight pageLuther Burden
Luther Burden is mentioned as part of the historical context for the Eagles' defensive struggles against slot receivers, having scored a touchdown against them.
Insight pageMichael Pittman
Michael Pittman Jr. is clearly playing through a significant injury, with the source describing him as looking like he is 'dragging around a bloody stump' on the field. There are reports of him using a scooter with his foot elevated, creating major uncertainty regarding his availability and snap share. The source suggests he needs fewer snaps even if active, and his potential absence would significantly benefit Roman Wilson's usage.
Insight pageMichael Wilson
Michael Wilson is a potential in-season 'Exodia' buy-low candidate. He ranks top-10 in first-read target share and averages 10.7 targets per game over his last 12 games. He should be viewed as a high-end WR1 based on his production and role in Arizona's condensed offense.
Insight pageParker Washington
Scott Barrett maintains a bullish stance on Parker Washington, citing elite underlying metrics including top-10 yards per route run, top-6 targets per route run, and top-5 XFP per route run. Despite a disappointing Week 4, the source is doubling down on a high-ceiling projection of 9 catches, 188 yards, and 2 touchdowns. Washington's slot usage (44% of routes) is a key factor, and he is positioned for a favorable matchup against the Eagles' slot defense, specifically targeting Cooper DeJean, who has allowed the second-most touchdowns among slot cornerbacks.
Insight pagePat Freiermuth
Pat Freiermuth is used as a benchmark for slot target volume, having recorded 10 slot targets. His fantasy production has historically been strong against the Colts.
Insight pagePuka Nacua
Puka Nacua is used as a benchmark for target efficiency, trailing Amon-Ra St. Brown in targets per route run against two-high coverage.
Insight pageRoman Wilson
Roman Wilson is projected to break the slate in Week 5 due to elite separation metrics (84th percentile), a high target-per-route-run rate (75th percentile), and a dominant slot role. He has recorded at least six targets in four consecutive games and back-to-back games with 60+ yards and a touchdown. He is significantly underpriced on DraftKings at $3,700, especially against man coverage where he averages 2.65 yards per route run. His route share jumps to 85% when Michael Pittman Jr. is out.
Insight pageSam LaPorta
Sam LaPorta has seen a significant increase in route participation, averaging 35.8 routes run per game compared to 25.4 last year, effectively adopting a 'Trey McBride role.' He is a viable flex option this week and faces a favorable matchup, as both Detroit and Arizona rank in the bottom three for fantasy points allowed to tight ends.
Insight pageStefon Diggs
Stefon Diggs is cited as historical context for the Eagles' defensive struggles against slot receivers, having contributed to a combined production of 60 yards, 90 yards, and two touchdowns alongside Antonio Williams in Week 1.
Insight pageTrey McBride
Trey McBride is a high-end tight end option with elite target volume, averaging 10.3 targets per game over his last 12 games. He should be viewed as a high-end WR1 due to production that exceeds elite wide receivers like CeeDee Lamb and Ja'Marr Chase. Additionally, he is a strong start this week as both Detroit and Arizona rank in the bottom three for fantasy points allowed to tight ends.
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