Week 5 Waiver Wire: As Bye Weeks Start to Roll In, There are a Surprising Amount of Plug-and-Play Options Available at Each Position

Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving was highly effective in both rushing and receiving, totaling 68 yards on 16 carries with a touchdown, while also catching all three of his targets for 24 yards. On the other hand, fellow RB Rachaad White had limited rushing yards but excelled in the passing game, catching seven out of eight targets for 51 yards, despite a costly fumble. Irving's strong performance positions him as a potential league-winning player for fantasy...

The Packers have ruled LB Quay Walker out for Monday night's game due to an ankle sprain. LB Eric Wilson has taken over as Walker's replacement, leading the LBs in snaps last week. Edgerrin Cooper remains the top fantasy option but saw limited playing time last week, with potential for increased snaps in the upcoming game. Full Article

Cowboys RB Rico Dowdle struggled in the game, running for only 23 yards on 13 carries and losing a goal line TD to Ezekiel Elliott. Despite catching all three of his targets for 28 yards, the run game took a backseat with QB Cooper Rush throwing for 292 yards. Unfortunately, Dowdle faces a tough match-up against the Eagles next week for the fantasy championship. Full Article

The Colts have activated LB Jaylon Carlies from IR for today's game against the Titans, where he is active. CB JuJu Brents remains on IR despite returning to practice. Carlies, who has been out since Week 7 due to injuries, could play a key role as a cover LB against the Titans' pass-heavy offense, but playing time uncertainty with LB Grant Stuard makes both players risky IDP options for fantasy football. Full Article

The Buffalo Bills defeated the New England Patriots, with Josh Allen struggling after a historical two-week performance, managing just 5.3 YPA and failing to score a rushing TD for the first time in six games. Despite a Buffalo defensive touchdown impacting Allen's volume, it was revealed he has been playing with a fractured hand since Week 1. James Cook scored two touchdowns on 14 touches, while Drake Maye impressed for New England. The Bills won...