Fantasy Football Must-Start Players for Week 5
NFL Week 5 is here! Check out four must-start players with smash potential for NFL fantasy lineups in both season-long and DFS formats on the Sunday slate.
October 10, 2026
Keagan is a Texas-based editor and analyst who believes sports are the true eighth wonder of the world. After starting out in local media, he’s provided coverage for DraftKings Network since 2024. He gravitates toward football, hoops and hockey, but is happy to watch and write about any game that involves a ball or a puck. While his own athletic career ended in middle school, he’s also an avid fantasy player with a soft spot for dynasty formats, spending countless hours crafting the ever-elusive perfect squad.
NFL Week 5 is here! Check out four must-start players with smash potential for NFL fantasy lineups in both season-long and DFS formats on the Sunday slate.
October 10, 2026
Get Jake Ferguson fantasy football start or sit advice for Week 5, including matchup analysis, expected role and lineup outlook.
October 8, 2026
Get Emeka Egbuka fantasy football start or sit advice for Week 5, including matchup analysis, expected role and lineup outlook.
October 8, 2026
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October 6, 2026
J.K. Dobbins has struggled for the Broncos this season, but heading into Week 5, should fantasy football managers drop the running back entirely?
October 6, 2026
As the Chiefs head into the bye week, smoke is swirling about a reunion with Tyreek Hill. Should you add him from the waiver wire in fantasy as a WR to stash?
October 5, 2026
Following Saquon Barkley's injury, should fantasy managers be looking to add Eagles backup Will Shipley off the waiver wire ahead of Week 5?
October 5, 2026
Should fantasy managers add Zach Charbonnet as a stash play from the waiver wire? Here's why that move could pay off if you need an RB.
October 5, 2026
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October 5, 2026
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October 5, 2026
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