Looking for a fantasy football week 5 primer for the best options at each position? We've curated our top 10 Week 5 fantasy football rankings for QB, RB, WR, and TE below (assuming half-point (.5) PPR scoring).
Quarterback Week 5 Rankings
1. Josh Allen (Buffalo Bills at Houston Texans)
Josh Allen tops the rankings again, with his unique combination of passing precision and rushing ability. Facing Houston, he's set to deliver another big fantasy performance.
2. Lamar Jackson (Baltimore Ravens at Cincinnati Bengals)
Lamar Jackson's rushing versatility and offensive creativity make him a must-start against Cincinnati. Expect another impressive showing from the Ravens' star quarterback.
3. Jayden Daniels (Washington Commanders vs. Cleveland Browns)
Jayden Daniels has been electric for the Commanders, combining rushing with efficient passing. Against Cleveland, he has the chance to shine once more.
4. C.J. Stroud (Houston Texans vs. Buffalo Bills)
C.J. Stroud continues to exhibit poise in the pocket, and this week's matchup with the Bills could allow him to showcase his growing skill set.
5. Jordan Love (Green Bay Packers at Los Angeles Rams)
Jordan Love is coming off a monster game and now faces a favorable matchup in Los Angeles, where his precision passing and increasing confidence should translate into a solid fantasy outing.
6. Brock Purdy (San Francisco 49ers vs. Arizona Cardinals)
Brock Purdy has been remarkably efficient, and this week’s matchup against the Cardinals is set to be another opportunity for him to shine.
7. Justin Fields (Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Dallas Cowboys)
Justin Fields has been showing improvements, and facing Dallas gives him a chance to exploit his rushing ability against a challenging defense.
8. Kyler Murray (Arizona Cardinals at San Francisco 49ers)
Kyler Murray is always a threat with his legs and arm. The matchup against San Francisco is tough, but his playmaking skills can still provide decent fantasy numbers.
9. Anthony Richardson* (Indianapolis Colts at Jacksonville Jaguars)
Anthony Richardson's dual-threat capability makes him a strong fantasy option whenever active, and this week against Jacksonville offers another opportunity for a big game if he does play - especially without Jonathan Taylor.
10. Geno Smith (Seattle Seahawks vs. New York Giants)
Geno Smith has been consistent, and against the Giants, he should continue to post solid fantasy numbers for Week 5.
11-20: Baker Mayfield, Joe Burrow, Patrick Mahomes, Trevor Lawrence, Dak Prescott, Sam Darnold, Deshaun Watson, Kirk Cousins, Aaron Rodgers, Daniel Jones.
Running Back Week 5 Rankings
1. Kyren Williams (Los Angeles Rams vs. Green Bay Packers)
Kyren Williams has been a workhorse, and a favorable matchup against the Packers makes him the top RB option this week.
2. Breece Hall (New York Jets vs. Minnesota Vikings)
Breece Hall has failed to live up to his expectations so far this season, but against the surprising Vikings - he has a chance to make a statement.
3. Alvin Kamara (New Orleans Saints at Kansas City Chiefs)
Alvin Kamara’s versatility as both a runner and a receiver ensures that he remains a top-tier fantasy choice against Kansas City where he may be leaned on more than usual.
4. Jordan Mason (San Francisco 49ers vs. Arizona Cardinals)
Jordan Mason has been the steal of the draft so far this year and now has a prime matchup against Arizona which has struggled to stop anyone this year.
5. Aaron Jones (Minnesota Vikings vs. New York Jets)
Aaron Jones is a consistent performer, and against the Jets, his ability to contribute in both the running and passing game makes him a must-start.
6. Derrick Henry (Baltimore Ravens at Cincinnati Bengals)
Derrick Henry’s upside was on full display last week and now they face a division rival -- expect the Ravens to lean on Henry in this one.
7. Bijan Robinson (Atlanta Falcons vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers)
Bijan Robinson had a tough week 4, but in a division game at home, he has a chance to make a statement.
8. Kenneth Walker (Seattle Seahawks vs. New York Giants)
Kenneth Walker went off in his first game back from injury and now gets a really positive matchup and game script against the Giants at home.
9. Josh Jacobs (Green Bay Packers at Los Angeles Rams)
Josh Jacobs will look to leverage his workload against a susceptible Rams defense, positioning him well for fantasy success.
10. James Cook (Buffalo Bills at Houston Texans)
James Cook has been a nice surprise so far this year and has a chance to find the endzone in what could be the game of the week in Houston.
11-20: Travis Etienne, Joe Mixon*, Chuba Hubbard, Brian Robinson Jr., De'Von Achane, Jerome Ford, D'Andre Swift, James Conner, Zack Moss, Najee Harris.
Wide Receiver Week 5 Rankings
1. Ja'Marr Chase (Cincinnati Bengals vs. Baltimore Ravens)
Ja'Marr Chase is an elite option this week, looking to capitalize on his connection with Joe Burrow against the Ravens.
2. CeeDee Lamb (Dallas Cowboys at Pittsburgh Steelers)
CeeDee Lamb remains Dak Prescott's go-to target, and this week’s matchup against the Steelers could yield big numbers - especially with Cooks out.
3. Malik Nabers* (New York Giants at Seattle Seahawks)
Malik Nabers has been impressive and will be a top 5 option whenever he is on the field. He's dealing with a concussion and may miss this game, but if active, he's a must-start.
4. Justin Jefferson (Minnesota Vikings vs. New York Jets)
Justin Jefferson remains matchup-proof, and his elite route running should continue to produce big results.
5. Nico Collins (Houston Texans vs. Buffalo Bills)
Nico Collins has established himself as a favorite target in Houston, and his volume will make him a valuable fantasy start against the Bills.
6. Chris Godwin (Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Atlanta Falcons)
Chris Godwin's reliable hands and high target share make him a strong option this week against Atlanta.
7. DK Metcalf (Seattle Seahawks vs. New York Giants)
DK Metcalf’s physicality and ability to make contested catches make him a must-start against the Giants.
8. Jayden Reed (Green Bay Packers at Los Angeles Rams)
Jayden Reed’s involvement in the Packers' offense continues to grow, making him an intriguing WR2 option for Week 5.
9. Mike Evans (Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Atlanta Falcons)
Mike Evans' size and red-zone prowess should allow him to exploit Atlanta’s secondary in Week 5.
10. Marvin Harrison Jr. (Arizona Cardinals at San Francisco 49ers)
Marvin Harrison Jr. has shown flashes of brilliance and could be a difference-maker this week against San Francisco.
11-20: Deebo Samuel, Drake London, Garrett Wilson, Chris Olave, Stefon Diggs, Zay Flowers, Tee Higgins, Michael Pittman Jr., Brian Thomas Jr., Amari Cooper.
Tight End Week 5 Rankings
1. Trey McBride* (Arizona Cardinals at San Francisco 49ers)
Trey McBride has emerged as a favorite target and leads the tight end rankings with a favorable matchup against San Francisco.
2. Travis Kelce (Kansas City Chiefs vs. New Orleans Saints)
Travis Kelce remains a premier tight end in fantasy football, especially in high-scoring matchups like this one against New Orleans.
3. Brock Bowers (Las Vegas Raiders at Denver Broncos)
Brock Bowers continues to impress, making him a reliable option against the Broncos this week.
4. Jake Ferguson (Dallas Cowboys at Pittsburgh Steelers)
Jake Ferguson is a consistent red-zone target for Dak Prescott, making him a strong start this week against Pittsburgh.
5. George Kittle (San Francisco 49ers vs. Arizona Cardinals)
George Kittle’s playmaking ability makes him a valuable tight end option, particularly in favorable matchups like this one.
6. Dalton Kincaid (Buffalo Bills at Houston Texans)
Dalton Kincaid’s involvement in the Bills' passing attack makes him a top-10 TE, especially against Houston’s defense.
7. David Njoku (Cleveland Browns at Washington Commanders)
David Njoku’s athleticism makes him a high-upside play this week, with the potential to exploit Washington's defense.
8. Evan Engram* (Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Indianapolis Colts)
When active, Evan Engram’s target share keeps him in the TE1 conversation, and this week’s matchup offers solid upside.
9. Pat Freiermuth (Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Dallas Cowboys)
Pat Freiermuth’s steady volume in Pittsburgh’s offense makes him a solid TE1 play this week.
10. Tyler Conklin (New York Jets vs. Minnesota Vikings)
Tyler Conklin has seen increased targets, and against the Vikings, he could have a significant impact.
11-20: Cade Otton, Kyle Pitts, Tucker Kraft, Colby Parkinson, Zach Ertz, Isaiah Likely, Taysom Hill, Cole Kmet, Mark Andrews, Hunter Henry.
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