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According to a report from NFL.com's Ian Rapoport, Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders has developed steadily and is likely to make an appearance "when ready." The Browns are starting a rookie quarterback Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings, but gave Dillon Gabriel the first crack at playing following the benching of Joe Flacco. For now, Flacco will be the backup with Sanders set to be the third option, but Rapoport notes the team may give Sanders a chance later this season with a full week of starter's reps at practice and a gameplan crafted for him. From a fantasy perspective, it's awfully challenging to trust anything about the Browns' quarterback room, keeping Sanders as a dynasty stash for now.

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The ailment that has hampered Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers (knee) is a PCL injury and a bone bruise, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The star tight end sustained the injury in Week 1 against the New England Patriots and left the game, but has played through it in subsequent weeks. Schefter noted that doctors have advised the team that the only way to overcome the injury is rest, though Bowers played in Weeks 2-4. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network previously reported that Bowers is trending toward missing Week 5 against the Indianapolis Colts, and an absence of Bowers would make Michael Mayer the team's top tight end option for at least a game.

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Rookie cornerback Will Johnson (groin) is likely to be in the Arizona Cardinals' lineup on Sunday against the Tennessee Titans, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The second-round pick from Michigan has not played since last month due to the injury, but appears set to go on Sunday. That should be a boost to Arizona, which will play host to one of the worst offenses in the NFL this week. Through four games, nobody has scored fewer points than Tennessee, which is still looking for its first win of 2025.

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New England Patriots defensive tackle Milton Williams (ankle) is likely to go when his team takes on the Buffalo Bills in Week 5, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The star defensive tackle missed practice this week due the injury and is listed as questionable to play on the final injury report, but seems likely to be active once the Patriots finalize their active roster. Williams' presence will be key for New England, which will be tasked with stopped Buffalo running back James Cook and the always-dangerous scrambling of quarterback Josh Allen.

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NFL.com's Ian Rapoport is reporting that the Cincinnati Bengals are still not in the market to acquire another quarterback despite the team's struggles without franchise quarterback Joe Burrow (toe). In Burrow's absence, the Bengals have turned to backup Jake Browning, but have been blown out in consecutive weeks. The former Washington star is completing 64% of his passes and has thrown five interceptions compared to three touchdown passes in three games this year, though the team remains confident he can replicate 2023, when he went 4-3 as a starter with Burrow on injured reserve. With several veterans like Kirk Cousins or Russell Wilson plausibly available, Cincinnati appears content to stick with Browning, who can be a fringe Superflex option given the right week-to-week matchup.

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According to a report from NFL.com, the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles aren't considering a trade of wide receiver A.J. Brown, who has publicly expressed frustration about his role in the team's offense. The star receiver is having a down year so far, having caught just 14 of 28 targets for 151 yards and a touchdown through four games. Though he's expressed his desire to be more involved, Brown also said he wants to stay with the Eagles, with the report noting the team will make it a point to get him more targets. Brown ranks a lowly 47th among PPR receivers, which would be by far the worst mark of his NFL career, so count fantasy managers among those who would like to see Brown featured once again.

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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that Arizona Cardinals defensive back Will Johnson (groin) is likely to be active for Sunday's home meeting with the Tennessee Titans. The University of Michigan alum has been on the shelf since picking up a groin injury in Arizona's win over the Panthers in Week 2. Johnson finally returned to practice this week, albeit in a limited fashion, but his return comes at a good time. Teammate Denzel Burke (knee) was a late addition to the injury report with a knee issue and may not be able to play. With the rookie trending in the right direction, he'll be a boon in an already excellent matchup for the Cardinals' D/ST.

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Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker will face the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 5. Butker was busy in Week 4 against the Baltimore Ravens, nailing seven of his eight kicks. The Chief kicker was perfect on his three field goal attempts under 50 yards, but missed from 56 yards in the second quarter. Butker has made 10 of 13 field goal attempts (77%) and seven of nine extra-point attempts (78%). Butker has a career 88% field goal percentage and 94% extra-point percentage, so his accuracy has taken a dip to begin the season. The Kansas City kicker may not get many opportunities to right the ship against the Jaguars on Monday night. The Jacksonville defense is allowing the fifth-fewest points per game to opposing offenses, which can limit kicking opportunities. That said, the Chiefs offense looked rejuvenated with Xavier Worthy back, and they could be back to their high-scoring ways. Butker is ranked K5 in our RotoBaller rankings, making him a strong start at kicker in what could end up being a shootout.

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According to Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski, the team is hopeful that offensive lineman Jack Conklin (elbow) will be available for Sunday's matchup with the Minnesota Vikings in London. Conklin has been bothered by an elbow injury that's forced him to miss the previous three games, but it appears the Browns are holding out hope for him after he logged his first full practice since Week 1 on Friday. The sentiment seems to be that the 31-year-old will play. If he's inactive, it will be teammate Cornelius Lucas holding down the edge in rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel's NFL debut.

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ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports that Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Ashton Dulin could be in store for increased snaps this Sunday when his team squares off with the Las Vegas Raiders at home. Dulin is poised to be the beneficiary of an expanded workload this weekend, with teammate Alec Pierce (concussion) set to miss another game, and Adonai Mitchell falling out of favor with the coaching staff. Mitchell made two egregious errors in Week 4 that each resulted in a touchdown being taken off the board. Fowler notes that while Mitchell will be active in Week 5, he's expected to see limited involvement. Mitchell actually out-snapped fellow WR Josh Downs last weekend, but it remains to be seen if Dulin would be used in a similar role. With that in mind, he'll be better off avoided for fantasy.

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Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Adonai Mitchell will be active this weekend for his team's outing against the visiting Las Vegas Raiders, but is expected to see a decreased role, per ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. Mitchell boasted decent output in Week 4 (3/96), but a costly fumble and holding penalty have him in the dog house ahead of Week 5. Fowler notes that fellow wideout Ashton Dulin will take on a larger workload with Mitchell likely to ride the pine for most of Sunday's contest. It's unfortunate timing for the University of Texas product, as he'd have seen another uptick in snaps with Alec Pierce (concussion) out for a second consecutive week. Even if Mitchell can work himself back into the good graces of the coaching staff, he'll resume WR4 duties upon Pierce's return.

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According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, Tennessee Titans wide receiver Calvin Ridley (knee, elbow) is trending toward playing this Sunday when his team takes on the Arizona Cardinals. Despite a questionable designation, two DNPs and a limited session on Friday, it appears that the veteran is on track to play in his Week 5 matchup. Ridley picked up knee and elbow injuries during Tennessee's loss to the Texans last weekend, which is why he played just 54% of the snaps. Even if he's active, it's unclear precisely how healthy he is, adding an extra variable into an already risky situation. The Cardinals are actually a decent matchup, yielding the fifth-most passing yards per contest (255.5). However, the 30-year-old's floor has been low with rookie QB Cam Ward, and fantasy managers can't trust him as anything more than a low-end flex option.

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Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Marquise Brown was on the injury report with an ankle injury, but practiced fully all week and does not have an injury designation for Monday night. Brown will face the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 5. The 28-year-old had a solid game against the Baltimore Ravens in Week 4, catching three passes for 38 yards and a touchdown. Brown took an expected step back with the return of Xavier Worthy, and this decreased usage should continue against the Jaguars. The Jacksonville defense is middle-of-the-pack in fantasy points allowed to opposing wide receivers, and Kansas City is second in pass rate over expectation, so the passing volume should be there for Brown to be productive. Brown is ranked WR42 in our RotoBaller Half-PPR rankings, making him a deeper league flex option this week.

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Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce will take on the Jacksonville Jaguars on Monday night in Week 5. Kelce caught five passes for 48 yards in last week's win over the Baltimore Ravens. The Chiefs star put up a modest stat line in Week 4, but played a secondary role behind the returning speedster Xavier Worthy. Worthy finished the game with the most receiving and rushing yards on the team against the Ravens. Kelce is no longer capable of putting the team on his back, but he's still involved enough in the offense to warrant a weekly start. With the return of Rashee Rice from suspension in a few weeks, it will be interesting to see how Kelce's role is affected. That said, Kelce should still be a big part of the passing attack against the Jaguars. Jacksonville's defense is middle-of-the-pack in fantasy points allowed to opposing tight ends, so Kelce should have no issues against them. Kelce is ranked TE8 in our RotoBaller Half-PPR rankings, making him a mid-range TE1 once again.

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Kansas City Chiefs running back Brashard Smith will take on the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 5. Smith saw his snap rate and touches reach season-highs in Week 4 against the Baltimore Ravens. The rookie running back handled four carries for nine yards (2.3 yards per carry) and three catches for 27 receiving yards. Smith converted to running back from wide receiver in college, making receiving a huge part of his game. The 22-year-old also ran a 4.39 40-yard dash, making him a speedy option to get the ball to in space. There has been a lot of buzz about getting Smith more involved in the offense each week, and that should be the case against the Jaguars, who allow the eighth-fewest fantasy points to opposing running backs. If fellow backs Isiah Pacheco and Kareem Hunt struggle to find success on the ground, Smith could make things happen through the air. Smith is ranked RB46 in our RotoBaller Half-PPR rankings, putting him in desperation flex territory. It would be advisable to take a wait-and-see approach with Smith this week.

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Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco will face the Jacksonville Jaguars on Monday night in Week 5. Pacheco rushed seven times for 35 yards (5.0 yards per carry) and caught two passes for 13 yards and a touchdown in last week's win over the Baltimore Ravens. Pacheco finished second in carries and rushing yards in Week 4, but he's locked into a backfield committee with Kareem Hunt and Brashard Smith. Hunt finished last week's game with the most carries, and Smith's involvement in the offense has increased each week. Pacheco will have to contend with backfield competition and the Jaguars, who allow the eighth-fewest fantasy points to opposing running backs. The 26-year-old should continue handling RB2 duties this Monday night, but it will be interesting to see how the touches are divided. Pacheco is ranked RB35 in our RotoBaller Half-PPR rankings, putting him in the RB3/Flex conversation this week.

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According to NFL Media's Ian Rapoport, the Baltimore Ravens elevated quarterback Tyler Huntley from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of the Week 5 meeting with the Houston Texans. Lamar Jackson (hamstring) was ruled out on Friday after tweaking his hamstring during the Week 4 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. As a result, Cooper Rush will get the start on Sunday. With that said, Huntley has had more than a few serviceable showings throughout his career. He's appeared in 25 games, throwing for 2,786 yards, 11 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions, adding five more scores on the run. If Rush has issues leading the offense while Jackson is on the shelf, Huntley may find himself under center. For now, he's not worth adding to fantasy rosters.

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The Jacksonville Jaguars face the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football and will look to use the primetime game as a jumping-off point for the offense. Fans had high hopes for the team's offense with head coach Liam Coen entering the fold, but so far it has underwhelmed, mainly due to the performances of wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. The second-year man will look to bounce back in a big way on national television, but that is something managers have been hoping for each of the past few weeks. BTJ was a force to be reckoned with last season, but in Week 5, fantasy managers may have to continue waiting for this year's reckoning in a tough matchup with the Chiefs' secondary.

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Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy was listed on the injury report with a shoulder injury, but practiced fully all week and has been removed from the report ahead of this week's matchup. Worthy will face the Jacksonville Jaguars on Monday night in Week 5. Worthy returned from injury last week and popped off with five catches for 83 yards and two carries for 38 yards in their win over the Baltimore Ravens. The 22-year-old led the Chiefs in both rushing and receiving yards in his first game back, showing just how much they missed his explosiveness on offense. Worthy will retain his WR1 role when facing the Jaguars, who are middle-of-the-pack in fantasy points allowed to opposing wide receivers this season. The young speedster should continue to be the focal point of the Kansas City passing attack for the next few weeks, until Rashee Rice returns from his suspension. Worthy is ranked WR8 in our RotoBaller Half-PPR rankings, making him a strong WR1 option this week.

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According to NFL Media's Ian Rapoport, Dallas Cowboys safety Malik Hooker (toe) was placed on the Injured Reserve list. He will now miss a minimum of four games. The 29-year-old suffered a toe injury during the Sunday night tie with the Green Bay Packers. While head coach Brian Schottenheimer indicated Hooker could miss a few weeks, most assumed he would avoid the IR. Unfortunately, that's not the case, with Dallas elevating Alijah Clark from the practice squad to help fill some of the void for Sunday's meeting with the New York Jets.

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