Los Angeles Rams rookie running back Cam Akers is expected to see an increase in his workload in Week 6 against the San Francisco 49ers, but he’s still not going to be much more than a shaky RB3/flex in standard-sized leagues. In Week 5, he saw less than 20 percent of the snaps, and the team is still giving touches to teammates Darrell Henderson and

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff has been a solid quarterback through the first third of the season and he should be a QB1 in Week 6 against the San Francisco 49ers. Goff is the QB10 through five weeks, and he’s currently averaging just over 20 points per game. The 49ers got lit up by Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick in Week 5, and they’re

Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera said that quarterback Kyle Allen (arm), who was replaced by Alex Smith in the Week 5 loss to the Rams because of an arm injury, practiced on Wednesday and will start in Week 6 against the Giants. Smith will remain as Allen’s backup this Sunday, with Dwayne Haskins Jr. serving as the No. 3 for the second straight

Atlanta Falcons kicker Younghoe Koo is a solid starting option in Week 6. Koo went 3-for-3 last week in field goals, booting in one from over 40 yards and another from over 50. The Vikings allow the most points to fantasy kickers, so this is one of the best weeks to start Koo. Source: NFL.com

The Atlanta Falcons Defense is not a starting-caliber option this week. With a bunch of turnover on the coaching staff this week, it signals the start of a new time for the Falcons. Nevertheless, this unit has been struggling all season with injuries and underwhelming performances, especially in the secondary. The Vikings are potent on offense with weapons such as Adam Thielen, Justin Jefferson, and

Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst is a low-end TE1 if active in Week 6 against the Vikings. Hurst is now dealing with a back injury and his status for the game is unclear. The tight end has not been consistent as he posted two receptions for eight yards on six targets last week while getting four receptions for 51 yards on six targets in

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Russell Gage is best left on the bench for Week 6. Gage has been dealing with a shoulder injury and it remains to be seen if he even plays this week. Nevertheless, after getting over 100 yards in Week 1, the WR has only gotten 64 total yards in the past three games. It seems Gage’s role is not as large

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley is a solid WR1 this week against the Vikings. Aside from a dud in Week 4 against Green Bay, Ridley has gotten over five receptions and at least 10 targets and 100+ yards receiving in the other four games. With such a rich role, Ridley is a strong play against a Vikings team allowing the fifth-most points to fantasy

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones would be a WR1 if he is active against the Vikings. Jones was held out last week as he is dealing with a hamstring injury. Nevertheless, the Vikings offer the fifth-most points to fantasy receivers, meaning Jones could have a big day if he ultimately suits up. Source: NFL.com

Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley II is a worthy starter this week against Minnesota. The RB has offered minimal receiving value, but has seen at least 14 carries in all five games and posted a season-best 121 rushing yards last week. He also has four rushing touchdowns in the past three games. The Vikings are middle-tier in points allowed to fantasy backs, supporting Gurley’s

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan is a low-end QB1 heading into Week 6. The QB has been consistent in his yards this season (at least 226 in all five games) but he only has one touchdown and two picks in the past three games. The Vikings are a favorable matchup for opposing QBs, but Ryan’s decline the past few games should merit some slight concern.

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams (hamstring), who has missed the last two games, was a full participant in practice on Wednesday and is on track to play in Week 6 against the Buccaneers. Adams had the Week 5 bye to heal up, so his fantasy managers should be throwing him back into their starting lineups this weekend with quarterback Aaron Rodgers looking as

The Jacksonville Jaguars acquired linebacker Kamalei Correa from the Tennessee Titans on Wednesday, according to sources. Correa requested a trade from the Titans after he was inactive on Tuesday night following his activation from the COVID-19 list. The 26-year-old had just one solo tackle and two QB hits in three games of action for the Titans this season. He had 37 tackles and a career-high

Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Kawann Short (shoulder) will have season-ending shoulder surgery for the second year in a row. Short only appeared in two games in 2019 after suffering a partially torn rotator cuff and had only played in three of five games in 2020, recording just six tackles (three solo). For a Panthers Defense that was one of the worst against the run last

New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton is expected to rejoin the team when they return to practice on Thursday, according to a source. Per the transaction wire, the Patriots officially removed Newton from the COVID-19 list on Wednesday as well. That would put Newton on track to start in Week 6 against the Broncos after he missed the Week 4 loss to the Chiefs after

Green Bay Packers tight end Robert Tonyan will try and stay hot in Week 6 against the Buccaneers. Tonyan enjoyed a breakout performance in Week 4, racking up 98 yards and three touchdowns. The Packers offense will be fresh off their bye week and will face a Buccaneers Defense that is allowing the 12th fewest fantasy points to opposing tight ends. Despite the lukewarm matchup,

Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones will be ready to roll in Week 6 against the Buccaneers after the team’s bye week. Jones is off to a fantastic start this season, averaging an impressive 5.8 yards per carry with 509 all-purpose yards and six total touchdowns. He will go up against a Tampa Bay defense that is allowing the eighth fewest fantasy points to

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers will return from the team’s bye week to face the Buccaneers in Week 6. Tampa Bay is currently allowing the fourth fewest fantasy points to quarterbacks this season but Rodgers is no average passer. The veteran is absolutely on fire to start the season, completing 70.5% of his passes with 1,214 passing yards, 13 touchdowns and zero interceptions. With

Detroit Lions tight end T.J. Hockenson will have a favorable matchup against the Jaguars in Week 6. Hockenson was held to only two catches for nine yards last week but prior to that game, the second-year tight end had been efficient in the Lions offense. Hockenson will face a Jaguars Defense that is allowing the eighth most fantasy points to opposing tight ends, including four

Detroit Lions running back D’Andre Swift will face a Jaguars Defense in Week 6 that is allowing the eighth most fantasy points to opposing runners this season. The rookie endured a rough start to his season, dropping a game-winning touchdown in Week 1. Swift also has been unable to supplant veteran runner Adrian Peterson for lead running back duties and has only 12 carries from