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Green Bay Packers kicker Brandon McManus (quadriceps) is listed as questionable to play in Week 6 on Sunday against the visiting Cincinnati Bengals at Lambeau Field, according to Wes Hodkiewicz of Packers.com. However, despite his questionable status after injuring his quad in practice on Wednesday, McManus told reporters on Thursday that, "I plan on playing." The veteran field-goal kicker felt a "tug" in his quad while warming up for field goals on Wednesday. The 12th-year kicker was limited in all three practices this week. McManus appears to be on the right side of questionable, but fantasy managers will still want to check Sunday's lineup to see if he's active. The 34-year-old will be a little riskier in fantasy lineups because of his injury, but if active, he deserves to be started against a soft Bengals defense. McManus has gone 7-for-9 on field goals and 11-for-12 on extra points in his first four games of 2025.

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Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith continues to struggle, watching his fantasy stock take another major hit after tossing multiple interceptions against the Colts. Smith now leads the league with nine picks, a troubling trend that has tanked his reliability in all fantasy formats. With tight end Brock Bowers sidelined and the offense shifting focus toward rookie running back Ashton Jeanty, Smith has fallen to QB24 in overall rankings, rendering him unstartable in standard leagues. While a Week 6 matchup against Tennessee's 21st-ranked pass defense might appear favorable, the Titans' opportunistic secondary--boasting a 10.9% turnover rate--poses a real threat to Smith's chances of rebounding. Fantasy managers should look elsewhere until Smith proves capable of protecting the football and reigniting an offense that has lost its rhythm.

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Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland (hip) was a limited participant during Friday's practice session. This is now back-to-back limited practice sessions for Loveland after he missed Week 4 due to a hip issue. The rookie tight end had all last week to rest because of the bye, but is still battling a lingering hip problem. He'll get another chance to practice on Saturday ahead of the Monday night matchup against the Washington Commanders. When healthy, Loveland hasn't done much on the field this season. He has three receptions for 43 yards heading into this Week 6 matchup. Loveland isn't someone that needs to be started in fantasy leagues at the moment.

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Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels returned to action in Week 5 against the Chargers after missing two games with a knee injury. Daniels didn't miss a beat in Washington's road win in Los Angeles, completing 15 of 26 passes for 231 yards and a touchdown while adding 39 yards on the ground on eight rushes. The second-year quarterback was a bit rusty on his first couple of drives, but quickly settled in and looked like the same dynamic player that took the league by storm last year with one of the best rookie quarterback seasons of all time. Daniels and Washington will face the Bears off a bye in Week 6 in a rematch of their memorable game last season, which dramatically ended on a Hail Mary. It's an exploitable matchup versus a Chicago defense that is allowing nearly 30 points per game and a league-worst 6.7 yards per play. Daniels will rank as the top quarterback in fantasy in what could be a shootout on Monday night.

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Washington Commanders running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. (calf) was unable to practice on Friday. This marks back-to-back days that Rodriguez has been sidelined due to a lingering calf injury. He'll get one more chance to practice on Saturday ahead of the Monday night matchup against the Chicago Bears. If he sits, Jacory Croskey-Merritt should see his role increase in the backfield. The rookie back rushed for 111 yards with two touchdowns on 14 attempts in Week 5. He could see more carries if Rodriguez is unable to play.

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Washington Commanders wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. (heel) was a limited participant during Friday's practice session. After sitting out on Thursday, Samuel was back on the field on Friday. Fantasy managers shouldn't be too concerned as the Commanders were just resting Samuel on Thursday. He's dealing with a minor heel issue, but that shouldn't impact his status for the Monday night matchup against the Chicago Bears. Fellow wideout Terry McLaurin (quad) is still banged up, so Samuel should be a fine WR2 for Week 6.

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Detroit Lions tight end Brock Wright has just five catches for 37 yards on six targets so far this season, but two of his catches have resulted in touchdowns. The 27-year-old plays a consistent role in the Lions' offense, as he's played at least 40% of the team's offensive snaps in four out of five games this season. However, Wright's primary usage will likely be as a blocker as long as top Lions tight end Sam LaPorta remains healthy. In 63 career games played for Detroit, Wright has recorded 61 catches for 561 yards and 11 touchdowns. Wright and the Lions have a difficult matchup in Week 6 against the Kansas City Chiefs, who have allowed the ninth-fewest passing yards (999) and the fourth-fewest number of passing touchdowns (five) in the NFL so far this season. Wright should remain off the radar of fantasy managers in Week 6.

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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Darnell Mooney (hamstring) was unable to practice on Friday. Mooney made an early exit during the Week 4 matchup versus the Washington Commanders. The 27-year-old was off last week due to a bye, but still remains uncertain to play in the Monday night matchup against the Buffalo Bills. He was a non-participant for the second straight day on Friday. He hasn't been ruled out yet, but fantasy managers should prepare to be without Mooney in Week 6. Drake London hauled in eight receptions for 110 yards with a touchdown in Week 4. He figures to be the primary focal point on offense without Mooney. Also, Kyle Pitts Sr. and Casey Washington should have increased roles.

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Los Angeles Rams tight end Tyler Higbee (hip) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's Week 6 contest against the Baltimore Ravens. Higbee will be back in action after missing Week 5 and being a limited participant in practice this week. Heading into Week 6, Higbee has six receptions for 62 yards and zero touchdowns. It's worth noting that Higbee could see increased playing time with Colby Parkinson (concussion) banged up. Despite that, Higbee hasn't done enough on the field to give fantasy managers a reason to start him this weekend.

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Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta had by far his best game of the 2025 season in Week 5 against the Cincinnati Bengals, recording five catches for 92 yards and a touchdown on six targets. LaPorta now has 21 catches for 269 yards and a score on 27 targets through five games. However, the Lions have a difficult matchup in Week 6 against the Kansas City Chiefs. Kansas City has allowed the ninth-fewest passing yards (999) and the fourth-fewest number of passing touchdowns (five) in the NFL so far this season. The Chiefs are also particularly stingy against tight ends, allowing an average of just 3.6 receptions and 32.8 yards per game to the position. Still, LaPorta will likely be the Lions' second-leading target-getter behind star wideout Amon-Ra St. Brown. LaPorta profiles as a must-start fantasy tight end in Week 6.

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Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer (concussion) was a full participant in practice all week after being cleared from the league's concussion protocol, and he has been removed from the Week 6 injury report, according to Ryan McFadden of ESPN. It means that Mayer will play this Sunday in a great matchup against the Tennessee Titans after missing the last two games due to a concussion. Additionally, the 24-year-old should serve as the Raiders' primary pass-catching tight end now that Brock Bowers (knee) will officially miss his second straight game. In his first three games of 2025, before suffering a concussion, Mayer caught only six of his seven targets for 47 yards and no touchdowns, but it was also in the TE2 role behind Bowers. Even though it's Mayer's first game back in several weeks, his expanded role should at least make him worthy of consideration as a TE2 streamer in deeper fantasy leagues.

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Detroit Lions rookie wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa hauled in his second touchdown catch of the season in Week 5 against the Cincinnati Bengals and now has three catches for 54 yards and two scores through his first five NFL games. TeSlaa gets a difficult matchup in Week 6 against the Kansas City Chiefs, who have allowed the ninth-fewest passing yards (999) and the fourth-fewest number of passing touchdowns (five) in the NFL so far this season. On the bright side, TeSlaa could be in line for his largest snap share of the season with Lions WR3 Kalif Raymond (neck) officially listed as questionable to play in Week 6 due to a neck injury. TeSlaa still cannot be counted on for fantasy production in Week 6, but he's a player to monitor as a stash candidate in deep leagues for his season-long upside.

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Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown missed the team's Wednesday practice this week due to a wrist injury, but he practiced in full on Thursday and Friday and does not carry an injury designation into Detroit's Week 6 matchup with the Kansas City Chiefs. St. Brown has been one of the most productive wideouts in the NFL so far this season, recording 35 catches for 407 yards and six touchdowns through five games. Kansas City has fielded a stingy pass defense so far this season, allowing the ninth-fewest passing yards (999) and fourth-fewest number of passing touchdowns (five) in the NFL. Still, St. Brown should see a significant target volume as the clear number one option in the Lions' passing game for quarterback Jared Goff. St. Brown profiles as a must-start fantasy wide receiver in Week 6 against the Chiefs.

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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones (knee, oblique) is dealing with multiple injuries and is officially questionable to play in Week 6 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on the road on Sunday, per The Athletic's David Lombardi. Brock Purdy (toe) has already been ruled out for the fourth time this year due to a turf-toe injury, so the Niners are expecting the gritty Jones to play through his injuries this weekend. The 27-year-old Alabama product has been dealing with a minor PCL sprain in his knee early this season, and he suffered an oblique injury in last week's win over the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday night. His injuries didn't stop him from carving up the Rams' defense for over 300 yards and two touchdowns last week. While an encore probably isn't in the cards for Jones, especially without receiver Ricky Pearsall (knee), he'll be in play as a low-end QB2 in leagues that start two QBs.

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Los Angeles Chargers kicker Cameron Dicker remains perfect this season and is poised for a high-volume week against a vulnerable Miami Dolphins defense. Although the Chargers' offense has recently struggled, with fewer red-zone opportunities due to penalties and turnovers, the favorable matchup should help them move the ball more effectively. Kicker consistency is essential in fantasy, and Dicker is a proven asset capable of making long field goals, as demonstrated by his 55-yard kick last week. The hope is that the offense regains its rhythm, but even if they settle for field goals outside the 20, Dicker offers a high floor. RotoBaller projects Dicker as K4 this week. He is a clear must-start and should be included in all starting lineups.

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Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams has struggled to maintain a consistent role in his team's offense so far this season. Through five games, the 24-year-old has recorded just 11 catches for 223 yards and one touchdown on 21 targets. Williams is averaging over 20 yards per reception and remains an explosive downfield threat, but his middling target volume makes him very difficult for fantasy managers to trust. Williams' Week 6 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs does not appear to be a great spot for him to break out. The Chiefs have allowed the ninth-fewest passing yards (999) and the fourth-fewest number of passing touchdowns (five) in the NFL so far this season. Additionally, the Lions could be without starting left tackle Taylor Decker (shoulder), which may make it difficult for quarterback Jared Goff to have the time to hit Williams for a big play down the field. Williams profiles as a low-end, boom/bust WR3/flex option in Week 6 against Kansas City.

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Even in a relatively quiet game by his standards, Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs was still able to record 87 scrimmage yards and a touchdown on 14 touches in Week 5 against the Cincinnati Bengals. Gibbs logged fewer touches than fellow Lions back David Montgomery for the first time this season, but that could be due to Detroit holding a large lead for most of the game and the fact that Montgomery is a Cincinnati native. Gibbs will now square off against the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 6, who have been a below-average rushing defense so far this season. Through five games, Kansas City ranks 24th in rushing touchdowns allowed (six) and 26th in yards per carry allowed (4.8). Gibbs should be heavily featured in the Lions' game plan and profiles as a must-start fantasy running back in Week 6.

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San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings (ankle, ribs) is officially listed as questionable to play this Sunday in a Week 6 matchup against the hosting Tampa Bay Buccaneers, according to The Athletic's David Lombardi. Jennings did not play in the Week 5 win over the Los Angeles Rams last Thursday night and didn't practice on Wednesday. However, the 28-year-old was limited in practice on Thursday and Friday, giving him a chance to return this weekend. Meanwhile, fellow wideout Ricky Pearsall (knee) has been ruled out for a second straight game, so if Jennings can get the green light to play, he should as the team's WR1, barring any snap-count restrictions. The caveat is that quarterback Brock Purdy (toe) will miss his fourth game of the year, leaving banged-up backup Mac Jones (knee, oblique) to lead the offense again. Jennings could be a game-day decision, making him a very shaky WR4/flex play for fantasy managers.

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Los Angeles Chargers running back Kimani Vidal enters Week 6 against the Miami Dolphins, sharing the backfield with Hassan Haskins after Omarion Hampton (ankle) was placed on IR this week. Vidal looked like the more explosive option last week, averaging 4.5 yards per carry on four rushes and splitting targets with Haskins. Facing the Miami Dolphins, who rank dead last in average rushing yards allowed, presents a significant opportunity for the backfield. However, OC Greg Roman confirmed a committee approach that limits Vidal's volume. Although he's capable in the passing game, don't assume Vidal is set to handle most pass-catching downs, as he only posted 18 receptions in his final year at Troy. RotoBaller ranks him as RB33. He could be more of a touchdown-dependent high-end RB3/FLEX option this week, and managers should monitor his usage throughout the game.

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Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery logged a season-high 18 carries in Week 5 against the Cincinnati Bengals, finishing with 65 rushing yards and a touchdown. The 28-year-old also tossed the second touchdown pass of his career on a trick play. Heading into a Week 6 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs, Montgomery should be expected to return to the 1B role in the Lions' backfield alongside Jahmyr Gibbs. Kansas City has been surprisingly subpar against the run so far this season, ranking 24th in rushing touchdowns allowed (six) and 26th in yards per carry allowed (4.8). Montgomery's limited touch ceiling while playing next to Gibbs makes him reliant on touchdowns for fantasy production, but he looks like a decent bet to find the end zone against the Chiefs. In Week 6, Montgomery profiles as a low-end fantasy RB2.

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