Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston (hamstring) was listed as a limited practice participant in the first practice of the week on Wednesday. It's unclear if Johnston is in danger of missing a Week 6 game against the Miami Dolphins on the road, but it's something worth watching the rest of the week. The 24-year-old former first-rounder came out of the gates hot in his third NFL season to post four touchdowns in the first four weeks, but he had his worst game of the year in the Week 5 loss to the Washington Commanders, catching four passes for 40 yards while also losing a fumble. Johnston isn't going away in L.A.'s offense, though, and the Bolts could be looking to throw the ball more with rookie running back Omarion Hampton (ankle) on Injured Reserve. If Johnston is active in Week 6, he'll have a good chance to score his fifth TD of the year against Miami.

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In his return to practice for the first time this year on Wednesday, Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson (knee) was listed as limited, per Matt Schneidman of The Athletic. The Packers opened Watson's 21-day practice window to officially return from the Physically Unable to Perform list. It means that the 26-year-old can resume practicing with the team, but it doesn't make him a lock to make his 2025 debut in Week 6 against the Cincinnati Bengals. Watson suffered a torn ACL in his right knee in the Week 18 regular-season finale last year, which is why he has missed the first five games of 2025. At the very least, though, Watson deserves waiver-wire consideration with his return on the horizon. When healthy, Watson gives the Packers an explosive deep threat, although his fantasy value could very well be boom/bust in a crowded Packers receiving room.

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Seattle Seahawks LB Derick Hall (oblique), LB Ernest Jones (shoulder), OT Joshua Jones (ankle), DE DeMarcus Lawrence (quadriceps), S Julian Love (hamstring), DT Jarran Reed (non-injury) and CB Devon Witherspoon (knee) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Oct. 8. S Nick Emmanwori (ankle) and Riq Woolen (concussion) were limited during practice. FB Brady Russell (wrist) fully participated in practice.

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Miami Dolphins LB Tyrel Dodson (concussion) and TE Darren Waller (rest) did not practice Wednesday, Oct. 8, while OL Larry Borom (thumb), OL Aaron Brewer (pectoral), DB Elijah Campbell (quadriceps), CB Storm Duck (ankle), QB Tua Tagovailoa (hip, thumb) and WR Cedrick Wilson Jr. (knee) were listed as limited participants.

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Philadelphia Eagles kicker Jake Elliott made both of his extra points and his only field goal attempt from 31 yards against the Broncos to maintain his 100% accuracy rate this season. Unfortunately, his perfect streak still isn't translating to fantasy points. Elliott faces the Giants on Thursday night, a team that he made two-of-three field goals and six-of-six extra points against last year in two meetings. New York allows 25.4 points per game this season, but Elliott should probably still sit this fantasy week out until he starts putting up more numbers week-to-week.

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Los Angeles Chargers WR Keenan Allen (non-injury), OT Joe Alt (ankle), WR Derius Davis (knee), LB Bud Dupree (hamstring), DE Da'Shawn Hand (groin), OT Trey Pipkins (knee) and CB Ja'Sir Taylor (illness) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Oct. 8. OG Mekhi Becton (hand), WR Quentin Johnston (hamstring), LB Denzel Perryman (ankle) and OG Jamaree Salyer (knee) were limited during practice.

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Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown has had four underwhelming showings in the first five weeks of the season, with his most recent game against the Broncos seeing him total just 43 yards on five catches. That being said, if there ever were a time for Brown to impress, it would be Thursday night against the Giants. New York is allowing the second-most fantasy points to WRs and the eighth-most passing yards per game (237.2) this season. Brown is getting consistent looks with at least eight targets in each of his last four games; now it's just time for him to capitalize on them. He's been a frustrating fantasy player so far, but this is make-or-break time for him. Even with his disappointing start, Brown is a low-end WR2 for Week 6.

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San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said that there's a chance that tight end George Kittle (hamstring) will return from Injured Reserve to play in next Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 7, according to David Lombardi of The Athletic. The Niners have yet to open the 31-year-old's 21-day practice window, so Kittle will not be back this weekend to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Fantasy managers are going to have to stay patient, as Kittle won't be a lock to make his return next week, even if he resumes practicing in some capacity. San Fran really could use some good news in the health department, as receivers Jauan Jennings (ankle, ribs) and Ricky Pearsall (knee) could both miss their second straight game this Sunday. Jake Tonges has seen his pass-catching role increase and has now scored in back-to-back weeks. Tonges will be a TE2 streamer yet again against Tampa, especially if Jennings and Pearsall miss another game.

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Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith boomed against the Broncos, recording his highest target and receiving yard counts of the season in a team-leading performance. The question with Smith, as usual, is whether or not he can turn this into consistency. After his last big game against the Rams, he followed it up with two catches on two targets in the next outing. This week, he does have a very favorable matchup against the Giants, who are allowing the second-most fantasy points to WRs this season. Plus, on a short week, Smith might be able to capitalize on a New York defense that's less than 100% conditioned. He's worth a WR3 spot in what should be his second consecutive strong week.

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Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert has now scored in three straight games, bringing his touchdown total to four since the start of Week 3. What's scary about Goedert is the fact that he hasn't garnered more than four receptions in a game since Week 1. While he is touchdown-dependent, managers might as well keep starting him while he's scoring touchdowns. He does lead Philly in targets and receptions inside the 10-yard line and boasts a 100% catch rate in that area. His streak will likely have to end eventually, but for now Goedert should still be considered a low-end TE1.

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Los Angeles Chargers WR Keenan Allen (non-injury) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Oct. 8.

Fantasy Spin: Allen will return to practice in the next day or two and is on track to play in the Week 6 game. He has been targeted at least seven times in every game this season and appears to be one of Justin Herbert's favorite targets. He can be at least a No. 3 receiver in fantasy leagues this week.

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Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley tallied his lowest rushing yards count of the season against the Broncos, carrying the ball just six times for 30 yards. On the other hand, Barkley has the 10th-most receptions among RBs this year with 17, and added to that count by hauling in three catches for 58 yards and a touchdown versus Denver. In Week 6 he matches up with the Giants on Thursday Night Football, and New York allows the fifth-most fantasy points to RBs this season. When Barkley met the G-Men last year, he bulldozed them for 176 yards. Whether he has a good game running or a good game receiving, you can bet on #26 to have a good game. Barkley is a high-end RB1 against his division rival.

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Philadelphia Eagles running back A.J. Dillon once again saw himself get priority over Will Shipley for second-in-command in the backfield this past Sunday, but that meant playing just 14.8% of offensive snaps compared to Shipley's 13.1%. Dillon carried the ball twice for 12 yards, with one attempt coming in the red zone. It seems like Shipley will get more usage in the passing game than his counterpart, being targeted twice while Dillon did not get any looks. Regardless, neither Dillon nor Shipley are involved enough to warrant a start in fantasy this week.

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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts had his worst rushing game of the season against Denver on Sunday, being held to just two attempts for three yards on the ground. However, Hurts is facing a Giants defense on Thursday night that allowed Jayden Daniels to run for 68 yards on them a few weeks back, so the Philly QB should be back to his scrambling ways in Week 6. He had another high-volume passing day against the Broncos-tallying a season-high 280 yards while posting two touchdowns-and has now thrown for seven scores over his last three outings. Expect a multi-pronged attack by Hurts against a poor New York defense. He should be considered a top tier QB1, even on a short week.

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Tennessee Titans OL Blake Hance (shoulder), CB Marcus Harris (calf), WR Van Jefferson (ankle), LB Arden Key (quadriceps), WR Tyler Lockett (rest), DL James Lynch (shoulder), RB Tony Pollard (rest), DT Jeffery Simmons (ankle), PK Joey Slye (calf) and CB L'Jarius Sneed (rest) did not practice Wednesday, Oct. 8. OT JC Latham (hip), WR Bryce Oliver (knee), RB Tyjae Spears (ankle) and S Kevin Winston Jr. (hamstring) were limited participants, while LB James Williams Sr. (wrist) practiced in full.

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The Houston Texans "would like to find ways to work rookie wide receivers Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel" into the lineup more, according to Dan Graziano of ESPN. The Texans were happier with their offense in the Week 5 win over the Baltimore Ravens, in which they scored over 40 points, with Higgins and Noel combining for six catches on seven targets for 45 yards. Higgins actually played a season-high 56% of the offensive snaps on Sunday, while Noel was in on 30% of the snaps. It's going to be hard to keep both Higgins and Noel involved in the offense consistently from week to week as long as Nico Collins and Christian Kirk remain healthy. However, it's a good sign for both Higgins and Noel that Houston's offense finally appears to be clicking and that they will continue to find ways to get them involved. It's hard to justify rostering Higgins or Noel in 12-team fantasy leagues at the moment.

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New Orleans Saints RB Alvin Kamara (ankle) was limited during practice Wednesday, Oct. 8.

Fantasy Spin: Kamara seems to have a good chance to play in Week 6, but fantasy players will know more about his status later in the week. He has been sharing playing time with Kendre Miller over the last few weeks but is still involved in both the running and passing game. He should be a starting option in all fantasy leagues if active.

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New Orleans Saints CB Isaac Yiadom (hamstring) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Oct. 8. TE Juwan Johnson (ankle), RB Alvin Kamara (ankle), OG Trevor Penning (ankle), S Justin Reid (concussion), OG Cesar Ruiz (ankle) and DE Chase Young (calf) were limited during practice. OG Dillon Radunz (toe) and DT John Ridgeway (shoulder) fully participated in practice.

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ESPN's Dan Graziano writes that the Houston Texans still view rookie running back Woody Marks as "predominantly a passing-game back," and one who "had a bit of an injury history in college." It was looking like Marks was taking over the backfield from veteran Nick Chubb when he had a season-high 17 carries for 69 yards and a touchdown while adding four catches for 50 yards and another TD in the Week 4 win against the Tennessee Titans. However, he was a disappointment in last week's blowout win over the Baltimore Ravens, handling seven carries for 24 yards and failing to reel in his only pass-game target. It means that when Houston is up big, like they were in Baltimore, Chubb will continue to have the playing-time advantage. Marks is still worth rostering in all fantasy leagues, but his backfield takeover in Houston appears to be a little premature.

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Green Bay Packers OT Anthony Belton (ankle) and DT Devonte Wyatt (knee) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Oct. 8. OG Aaron Banks (groin), DE Kingsley Enagbare (ankle), CB Nate Hobbs (concussion), PK Brandon McManus (quadriceps), C Jacob Monk (hamstring), OT Zach Tom (oblique), OT Rasheed Walker (quadriceps), WR Christian Watson (knee) and WR Savion Williams (groin) were limited during practice. TE Tucker Kraft (elbow), QB Jordan Love (ankle, thumb) and OT Jordan Morgan (knee) fully participated in practice.

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