Fantasy Football: Need help for the flex spot in Week 5? Joel Smyth has you covered

Week 5 of the fantasy football season is here, and analyst Joel Smyth has crafted an expert guide to help you maximize your chances of success, focusing on the ever-important FLEX position. Smyth identifies eight players to consider for your flexes, double flexes, or even third wide receiver slots. One standout target is Quinshon Judkins, who faces a tough matchup against the Jets.

Judkins, who has been a steady performer, has shown volume in the passing game with five to six receptions and at least two catches in every game this season. Another favorable matchup is Stefon Diggs against the New York Giants. Despite quarterback injuries, Diggs has been a top-24 wide receiver heading into the season and has garnered a substantial share of targets, particularly on third downs.

Emanuel Wilson is set to face the 49ers without Jadarian Price, making him a prime candidate for a 20-touch day. Wilson has consistently stepped up in his absence, contributing 75% of the carries and out-targeting his backup by a wide margin. Additionally, Mike Gesicki, who moved from tight end to a more versatile slot receiver role, is available for your double flex start against the Miami Dolphins.

If one or more starting wide receivers are out, Gesicki can seamlessly fill that role. Rome Odunze, who struggled in the first half of the season, shows promise against the Packers, where their secondary ranks 31st against wide receivers lined up out wide. Lastly, David Montgomery faces a challenging matchup against the Tennessee Titans, where his expected fantasy points have been notably low.

Despite the Titans being a decent matchup, Montgomery's recent struggles make him a risky choice. On the other hand, Tony Pollard has a better chance against Houston's stout defense, which has limited rushing yards from top teams.