Rico Dowdle steps in as Carolina’s lead back with Hubbard out; Trevor Etienne pushes for added touches. Rachaad White anchors Tampa Bay’s backfield with Irving sidelined. Among WRs, Wan'Dale Robinson, Darius Slayton, and Romeo Doubs loom as hot adds; Isaiah Bond could surge for Cleveland with Tillman hurt. Browns, Giants, Seahawks, Colts, Saints, and Cowboys DSTs offer Week 5 streaming value. Stafford, Stroud, Lawrence, and Darnold provide solid QB options.

Week 5 fantasy primer centers on three key stat trends that could swing outcomes, plus timely sleeper plays and a sharp best bet for the slate. Giants receivers Wan'Dale Robinson and Darius Slayton look to exploit a Saints pass-heavy defense with slot work and deep targets. Aidan Hutchinson angles for a multi-sack day against a Bengals line struggling in pass protection. Cleveland’s Denzel Ward eyes another interception as the Browns face a turnover-prone offense. Sleeper plays include Dowdle, Dart, Ayomanor, Strange and Young, with Raiders-Colts potentially high-scoring and Maldonado’s pick as the best bet.

New York Giants host a wave of free-agent workouts to bolster a depleted pass catchers group after Malik Nabers’ season-ending ACL injury. Among the hopefuls, Mike Woods II stands out as a cost-efficient, high-upside target with a sturdy frame and proven competitiveness, potentially backing Darius Slayton, Wan’Dale Robinson, and Jalin Hyatt. Woods’ combo of size, speed, and route discipline makes him a credible depth piece who could see early reps if he quickly earns trust.

Alongside Woods, Samori Toure, Rakim Jarrett, and Brandon Johnson provide varying floors and ceilings. Toure brings NFL experience and a knack for contributing in multiple roles; Jarrett offers fast-twitch upside; Johnson adds physicality and versatility. The Giants are vetting this trio to complement their core and create a more dynamic, scalable WR rotation behind the top trio as Nabers’ absence stretches the offensive expectations.