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Week 5 2025 who should I start thread **OFFICIALLY UNOFFICIAL** (1 Viewer)

PPR League. Need three of these: cruddy options:

* M. Carter vs TN -- Good matchup. Even if he splits with Demercado he should get touches.

* T. Franklin @PHI -- Apparently, PHI's top corner will probably shadow Sutton. May be opportunuties. Has had 8 targets in 2 or last 3 games.

* D. Waller @CAR -- Snaps will increase. There are targets available now with Hill out. CAR is the worst in the league covering the TE. This is a total no floor/high ceiling play.

* S. Tucker @SEA -- Tough matchup. Who knows what the split will be with R. White. Convensional wisdom is saying White gets at least 60/40.

* J. Mason @CLE -- Terrible matchup and MN's offensive line is an injury mess. Could be tough sledding especially if he doesn't get any receptions. Floor lower than usual.

* I. Pacheco @ JAX -- Really not a consideration, but he's an option.

RIght now I'm leaning T. Franklin, J. Mason, and M. Carter, but damn am I tempted to roll the dice with Waller.

Which 3?

Thanks
 
Defense question:

* CLE D vs MN -- Wentz took a lot of sacks last week. Now several Olineman our injured or out. Still has weapons, but CLE D has looked like the best in the league.

or

* AZ D vs TN -- Anyone against TN has been a slam dunk. That said, I'm not a believer that the AZ D is anything more than mediocre and at some point something more than miserable starts clicking with C. Ward. If Ridley is ruled out, maybe that improves things quite a bit.

Which?

Thanks
 
kyoun1e said:
Defense question:

* CLE D vs MN -- Wentz took a lot of sacks last week. Now several Olineman our injured or out. Still has weapons, but CLE D has looked like the best in the league.

or

* AZ D vs TN -- Anyone against TN has been a slam dunk. That said, I'm not a believer that the AZ D is anything more than mediocre and at some point something more than miserable starts clicking with C. Ward. If Ridley is ruled out, maybe that improves things quite a bit.

Which?

Thanks
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I had that very same decision at the beginning of waiver wire week, and I decided to go with the stronger defense Cleveland. Plus the game is in London and the Vikings team has been there for over a week. I figured I might come back with Cleveland more often than I would Arizona. For this particular week, I think it's close to a wash except for whatever tangibles you weigh out.
 
Need to pick two for a RB and Flex spot. Standard PPR scoring. Thanks!

Javonte Williams @ NYJ
David Montgomery @ Cin
Travis Etienne Jr. vs KC
Alvin Kamara vs NYG
 
14-team non-PPR, start 2 RB-2 WR-1 WR/TE flex

RB (pick two)
  • Henry vs Hou
  • Javonte @ NYJ
  • Breece vs Dal
This is one of those weeks where it's a real bummer we can't use RBs in our flex. Leaning Henry/Hall although I hate to keep Williams on my bench. I even toyed with the idea of benching Henry for him but I think the Ravens may lean on DH even more with Lamar out.

WR/TE/flex (pick two)
  • Franklin @ Phi
  • Ayomanor @ AZ
  • Juwan Johnson vs NYG
  • Henry @ Buffalo
Like I said, I hate that I can't start the other RB in this spot. Leaning Juwan as my TE because Henry can't keep scoring every single week, plus Buffalo has been shutting down the position (like they did with Johnson last week). For flex, I feel like it's a total coin flip between Ayomanor and Franklin.

12-team PPR, start 2 RB/2 WR/1 flex

Flex (pick one)
  • White @ Sea
  • Jamo @ Cinci
  • Godwin @ Sea
  • Carter vs Tenn
My heart says Jamo is due for his breakout, but my head says White is the safer option

ETA: Bonus question. 14-team 0.5 PPR, RB/WR flex
  • Higgins vs Det
  • Demercado vs Tenn
This is a family league team I co-manage with my 10 y.o., and he wants Demercado. I certainly can't argue that Higgins is a must start, but I feel like in a situation like this where neither option is ideal, you bet on talent. Or am I still in denial about how dire the Cinci situation is?
 
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MrJimiT said:
kyoun1e said:
Defense question:

* CLE D vs MN -- Wentz took a lot of sacks last week. Now several Olineman our injured or out. Still has weapons, but CLE D has looked like the best in the league.

or

* AZ D vs TN -- Anyone against TN has been a slam dunk. That said, I'm not a believer that the AZ D is anything more than mediocre and at some point something more than miserable starts clicking with C. Ward. If Ridley is ruled out, maybe that improves things quite a bit.

Which?

Thanks
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I had that very same decision at the beginning of waiver wire week, and I decided to go with the stronger defense Cleveland. Plus the game is in London and the Vikings team has been there for over a week. I figured I might come back with Cleveland more often than I would Arizona. For this particular week, I think it's close to a wash except for whatever tangibles you weigh out.
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Forgot about the London situation. That makes me a little nervous. Never know how a team will react to all that travel.
 
Need a TE in NON-PPR redraft league:

Hockenson overseas vs Browns
Fannin Jr overseas with rookie QB vs Vikings
Mason Taylor vs Cowboys
 
kyoun1e said:
Defense question:

* CLE D vs MN -- Wentz took a lot of sacks last week. Now several Olineman our injured or out. Still has weapons, but CLE D has looked like the best in the league.

or

* AZ D vs TN -- Anyone against TN has been a slam dunk. That said, I'm not a believer that the AZ D is anything more than mediocre and at some point something more than miserable starts clicking with C. Ward. If Ridley is ruled out, maybe that improves things quite a bit.

Which?

Thanks
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I gotta stick with whoever's playing The Titans until it doesn't work...Arizona
 
kyoun1e said:
PPR League. Need three of these: cruddy options:

* M. Carter vs TN -- Good matchup. Even if he splits with Demercado he should get touches.

* T. Franklin @PHI -- Apparently, PHI's top corner will probably shadow Sutton. May be opportunuties. Has had 8 targets in 2 or last 3 games.

* D. Waller @CAR -- Snaps will increase. There are targets available now with Hill out. CAR is the worst in the league covering the TE. This is a total no floor/high ceiling play.

* S. Tucker @SEA -- Tough matchup. Who knows what the split will be with R. White. Convensional wisdom is saying White gets at least 60/40.

* J. Mason @CLE -- Terrible matchup and MN's offensive line is an injury mess. Could be tough sledding especially if he doesn't get any receptions. Floor lower than usual.

* I. Pacheco @ JAX -- Really not a consideration, but he's an option.

RIght now I'm leaning T. Franklin, J. Mason, and M. Carter, but damn am I tempted to roll the dice with Waller.

Which 3?

Thanks
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Franklin,Mason and take a chance on Waller
 
I don't normally do this, but I'm perplexed due to losing
Irving and Pearsall this week. Need 1 for my flex: ppr
Keon Coleman v New England
Nick Chubb @ Baltimore
Troy Franklin @ Philadelphia
Rico Dowdle. V Miami

Thanks
 
1QB 4pt passing TD

Caleb on a bye and Purdy is broken. Need a super gross start from:

Jake Browning v DET

Cooper Rush v HOU
 
My_Bench_Scores_More said:
Judkins vs. Vikings
Marks vs. Ravens

:ponder:
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I really want to say Marks but, there is an inherent risk that his usage won't hold up. Last week the Texans thoroughly dominated the Titans leading to a lot more opportunities for the RBs. Will that happen against the Lamarless Ravens who, also have the worst defense in the league? Maybe? Possibly? But you have to be willing to take the risk that Marks sees only 10 or so opportunities. Knowing that Judkins is running very well and is very likely to see 20 opportunities.

If you're good with that then

Marks>Judkins

If not

Judkins>Marks

For me personally

Judkins>Marks
 
Wrigley said:
PPR: Need 2 RB 1 TE

C Brown vs DET
Pollard @ ARZ
Demercado vs TEN
Dowdle vs MIA

J Ferguson @ NYJ
Warren vs LV
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I think Dowdle is a good bet if Chuba is confirmed out. I think they will use him in the same way they use Chuba so, you can expect volume and three down usage.

After that... really tough. I am tempted to say Demercado but, I do worry that he will only see a slight uptick in usage and Carter will take a lot of the run down usage.

Pollard is getting volume and it's a neutral matchup. He only has one TD and hasn't broken 100 YFS yet but, he's getting 19 opportunities per game and that should not be discounted.

I just don't trust Bengals outside of Ja'Marr and, even that is iffy ATM. If you have better options, you do, I would avoid Brown until the Bengals show any signs of life.

Dowdle>Pollard>Demercado>Brown
===================================

I'll take Ferguson at TE, I just like his usage so much and it's a fine matchup. Warren if a fine player but, I don't think he has 10 target upside like Ferguson.

Ferguson>Warren
 
anguskahn said:
Tre Tucker vs Ind
Sean Tucker vs Sea
Juwan Johnson vs NYG

Need 1 in .5 ppr
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Tough call for sure. Juwan's targets have been declining since week one all the way down to three last week. That number tracks with his career usage so, were weeks 1-3 a mirage? IDK.

No idea how Tucker will be used relative to Rachaad. Does White stay in his current role or does he assume lead back duties and Tucker is the clear backup? Personally, I think White is the man and Tucker will get relief work. But, that's pure speculation.

Tre's usage is uneven but, when he's on he's it's electric.

Ultimately it depends on how much you believe in Tucker. I like him but am hesitant to commit so

T.Tucker>S.Tucker>Juwan
 
Standard league, mostly TD dependent. Need to fill final flex spot.

Sean Tucker @ SEA
Pacheco @ JAX
Bill Croskey @ LAC
Michael Carter v TEN

Thanks bros
 
Can’t believe I’m needing to make this decision at a Flex spot in the FBG Bowl league…

Wan’Dale Robinson NYG vs. NO
AJ Brown PHI vs. DEN

I always “start my studs” for the most part, but AJ has been so mediocre and has a very tough matchup, and the NYG matchup is so juicy with Dart adding a spark and the obvious opportunity with Nabers out.

Help me obiwan…

(Right now, I’m starting Robinson fwiw)
 
joey said:
Can’t believe I’m needing to make this decision at a Flex spot in the FBG Bowl league…

Wan’Dale Robinson NYG vs. NO
AJ Brown PHI vs. DEN

I always “start my studs” for the most part, but AJ has been so mediocre and has a very tough matchup, and the NYG matchup is so juicy with Dart adding a spark and the obvious opportunity with Nabers out.

Help me obiwan…

(Right now, I’m starting Robinson fwiw)
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Tough one. But I’d roll with AJ here. More news of BOTH Philly WR’s being unhappy -

Denver plays a lot of man defense, which bodes well for AJ. I just trust Wan’dale with Dart just yet.

Sorry, but stick with your stud(s) again.

IMO
 
12 Team PPR.

* Simple Question: Is. I. Pacheco dropable?

I keep hoping he emerges, but you've got K. Hunt not going away and I actually picked up B. Smith for upside later in the year.

I'm thin at RB due to being forced into an early WR (J. Chase), TE (T. McBride), QB (L. Jackson) start.

Current RBs:

* T. Pollard, J. Mason, I. Pacheco, M. Carter (S. Tucker, B. Corum, B. Smith).

With Jackson hurt, I could pick up M. Stafford (@BALT next week), a D for next week, or another upside RB or WR.

I just can't envision starting him.

Keep or drop?

Thanks
 
PPR League. Need a flex.

* T. Franklin @PHI - PHI secondary strong, but they don't seem to be total lockdown like last year. Key question is how does Bo Nix do in hostile territory here.

* D. Waller @CAR -- Obviously wouldn't expect last week. Snaps should increase. CAR lousy against TEs. If he's used like J. Smith last year Waller could produce.

Which?

THanks
 
PPR: Need two WR & One Flex:

Worthy @ JAX
Pittman vs LV
Wan Dale Robinson @ NO
McConkey vs Wash
Charbs vs Tampa
Christian Kirk vs Balt
Harvey @ Philly

Thanks
 
Pip's Invitation said:
10-team PPR. Who to start at second flex spot?

Harold Fannin vs. MIN
Troy Franklin @ PHI
TJ Hockenson @ CLE
Sean Tucker @ SEA
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Honestly? Who knows?

Fannin feels pretty removed from week one at this point.

Franklin rebounded nicely last week and may see the most opportunities here

TJ is probably TD dependent but he does occasionally pop for a big game. I just don't see that against the Browns.

I have no idea what Tucker's role will be. He is the pivot point here. If you think he's going to take the early down work, I'd probably go with him. I am not convinced and think White will handle the bulk of work for TB with Tucker spelling him

Franklin>Tucker>Hock>Fannin
 
efactor said:
Michael Carter or Jerry Jeudy in the flex? Full PPR
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Probably Jeudy with the hope Gabriel leans on him. He is their best receiver.

I read the Schefter report about Carter's role and, that may be worth exploring. I am just not sure that will happen.

It's a coin toss but I like

Jeudy>Carter
 
kyoun1e said:
PPR League. Need three of these: cruddy options:

* M. Carter vs TN -- Good matchup. Even if he splits with Demercado he should get touches.

* T. Franklin @PHI -- Apparently, PHI's top corner will probably shadow Sutton. May be opportunuties. Has had 8 targets in 2 or last 3 games.

* D. Waller @CAR -- Snaps will increase. There are targets available now with Hill out. CAR is the worst in the league covering the TE. This is a total no floor/high ceiling play.

* S. Tucker @SEA -- Tough matchup. Who knows what the split will be with R. White. Convensional wisdom is saying White gets at least 60/40.

* J. Mason @CLE -- Terrible matchup and MN's offensive line is an injury mess. Could be tough sledding especially if he doesn't get any receptions. Floor lower than usual.

* I. Pacheco @ JAX -- Really not a consideration, but he's an option.

RIght now I'm leaning T. Franklin, J. Mason, and M. Carter, but damn am I tempted to roll the dice with Waller.

Which 3?

Thanks
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I agree with your choices and your dilemma. Mason and Franklin seem like obvious options. The decision is between Waller & Carter.

I know what Schefter reported about Carter so, he is probably the "right" call. But, it feels a little more nebulous and I wonder if the Cards lean on Demercado a little more.

I always viewed a healthy, motivated Darren Waller as a force. I don't think he's physically what he was but, he's a big target with good hands and I could easily see Tua lock in on him.

Tough call but I think I go with

Waller>Carter
 
kyoun1e said:
Defense question:

* CLE D vs MN -- Wentz took a lot of sacks last week. Now several Olineman our injured or out. Still has weapons, but CLE D has looked like the best in the league.

or

* AZ D vs TN -- Anyone against TN has been a slam dunk. That said, I'm not a believer that the AZ D is anything more than mediocre and at some point something more than miserable starts clicking with C. Ward. If Ridley is ruled out, maybe that improves things quite a bit.

Which?

Thanks
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I just think Cleveland is such a good defense that you go with them regardless.

Arizona is a good choice as a streamer D but, not over one of the top Ds in the league IMO

Cle>Ari
 
Chaka said:
kyoun1e said:
PPR League. Need three of these: cruddy options:

* M. Carter vs TN -- Good matchup. Even if he splits with Demercado he should get touches.

* T. Franklin @PHI -- Apparently, PHI's top corner will probably shadow Sutton. May be opportunuties. Has had 8 targets in 2 or last 3 games.

* D. Waller @CAR -- Snaps will increase. There are targets available now with Hill out. CAR is the worst in the league covering the TE. This is a total no floor/high ceiling play.

* S. Tucker @SEA -- Tough matchup. Who knows what the split will be with R. White. Convensional wisdom is saying White gets at least 60/40.

* J. Mason @CLE -- Terrible matchup and MN's offensive line is an injury mess. Could be tough sledding especially if he doesn't get any receptions. Floor lower than usual.

* I. Pacheco @ JAX -- Really not a consideration, but he's an option.

RIght now I'm leaning T. Franklin, J. Mason, and M. Carter, but damn am I tempted to roll the dice with Waller.

Which 3?

Thanks
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I agree with your choices and your dilemma. Mason and Franklin seem like obvious options. The decision is between Waller & Carter.

I know what Schefter reported about Carter so, he is probably the "right" call. But, it feels a little more nebulous and I wonder if the Cards lean on Demercado a little more.

I always viewed a healthy, motivated Darren Waller as a force. I don't think he's physically what he was but, he's a big target with good hands and I could easily see Tua lock in on him.

Tough call but I think I go with

Waller>Carter
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You really think Mason is an obvious decision?

He's probably guaranteed volume, but damn, the CLE D plus an injured MN O line is not great. Ceiling seems limited.
 
evilzergling said:
Need to pick two for a RB and Flex spot. Standard PPR scoring. Thanks!

Javonte Williams @ NYJ
David Montgomery @ Cin
Travis Etienne Jr. vs KC
Alvin Kamara vs NYG
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I wouldn't start Etienne against KC

Love Kamara and his matchup. He's a fine option but, the Saints offense is bottom three scoring offense.

Personally I roll with the guys on the best offenses. If you really want to get Kamara in there I guess I would sit Montgomery.

For me

Javonte>Montgomery>Kamara>Etienne
 
PPR: Need two WR & 1 Flex:

Ferguson @ Jets
Diggs @ Buff
Jeudy vs Minn
Worthy @ JAX
Pittman vs LV
Deebo @ LAC

Thanks
 
ignatiusjreilly said:
14-team non-PPR, start 2 RB-2 WR-1 WR/TE flex

RB (pick two)
  • Henry vs Hou
  • Javonte @ NYJ
  • Breece vs Dal
This is one of those weeks where it's a real bummer we can't use RBs in our flex. Leaning Henry/Hall although I hate to keep Williams on my bench. I even toyed with the idea of benching Henry for him but I think the Ravens may lean on DH even more with Lamar out.
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It's a tough call. Surprisingly I might bench Henry. I'm not sure what the problem is with the Ravens offense but after 19 opportunities in week one he has 35 total over the last three games. We imagine the will lean heavily on him with Lamar out but... I'm still a bit worried about it.

Javonte and Breece are being used as true three down guys and both have nice matchups.

It sounds crazy but, for me

Javonte>Breece>Henry
 
3 RB's Henry, Walker III, & Dowdle. PPR need (2) of these guys.

Henry-With Lamar out unless the game gets away from BAL I think they will lean on Henry. When Rush came in and Henry was out in the flat Henry was never looked at then he exited the game. I know Rush wanted to make something happen down field but Henry was wide open. Still believe Henry will get his 15.1 PPR.

Walker III-Like everything about Walker but the matchup. 14.6 PPR projected.

Dowdle-Just picked him up & want to play him as it may be the only week on my active roster. Matchup looks great for him. 14.5 PPR projected.

?
 
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