Fantasy Football Week 5 Quarterback Projections and Rankings: Jared Goff is For Real, Deshaun Watson is Fake
Full projections, rankings, start-and-sit advice, and more regarding Week 5 fantasy football quarterbacks.
Week 5 of fantasy football has produced some interesting quarterback projections and rankings. Top-tier QBs like Josh Allen and Brock Purdy continue to dominate, but emerging talent has also made waves. Jared Goff, who has exceeded expectations, ranks as the top-4 quarterback in fantasy football and takes on a challenging Seattle defense. Tyler Shough, playing for the Vikings, is ranked highly due to volume but may be benchable against their top-rated defense.
Jalen Hurts, despite the Eagles' struggles, is projected as the 12th-ranked quarterback and carries significant rushing upside. Higher-risk plays include Jacoby Brissett, who faces the Lions' weak defense and could provide surprising value. Meanwhile, Deshaun Watson is seen as a "start-em, sit-em" candidate, with the Jets' strong coverage allowing the 7th-least fantasy points per game to quarterbacks.
Some sleepers include Arizona's Jacoby Brissett, who faces a favorable Lions defense, and Michael Wilson. Meanwhile, Kansas City's Patrick Mahomes appears to be fading after a strong start, ranking 24th in fantasy football. The Week 5 projected leaders showcase a mix of consistency and high-risk, high-reward plays.
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