Week 5 knocked several fantasy managers off balance as a slate of players underperformed across QB, RB, WR, and TE. Cooper Rush and Geno Smith delivered subpar showings, while rookies and veterans at RB and WR struggled to produce consistent fantasy value. The piece flags which names are still trustable moving forward and which quantities might rebound against softer matchups in Week 6.

Targets for bounce-back potential span multiple positions, with explanations on how volume, opponent, and in-game role could shift expectations. The analysis also surfaces late-stage obvious fades and identifies sleepers who flashed upside despite disappointing Week 5 totals.

Chargers Week 5 collapse amplifies injury chaos: Omarion Hampton left late in a walking boot, Mekhi Becton exited with a hand issue after a brief return from concussion protocol, and Rashawn Slater is out for the year at one tackle spot. Joe Alt sprained an ankle, Najee Harris is sidelined for the season, and the backfield depth is thin behind a banged-up line. Hassan Haskins, Kimani Vidal, and Amar Johnson sit in the wings, while questions loom about roster moves and next-week adjustments for Justin Herbert.

Fantasy managers should prepare for a committee-driven backfield and potential increased workload for Herbert as the Chargers lean on depth options and possible signings. Expect more snap share for backups and a watchful eye on practice reports as Philadelphia or other suitors could influence the roster landscape in the coming days.