O'Connell lays out a careful path for JJ McCarthy to reclaim the Vikings’ QB1 role, stressing fundamentals, footwork, rhythm and a controlled ramp-up during the by-week. Carson Wentz is the stopgap, but McCarthy’s progress and health status will decide the timeline. The return of Donovan Jackson and Blake Cashman strengthens the lineup, while Jefferson’s elite production remains the offensive anchor as the coaching staff weighs risk and reward of a midseason quarterback change.

Dak Prescott thrives without CD Lamb as Dallas pushes a high-volume passing attack and rides a favorable early schedule. Washington’s backfield breakout by a rookie reshapes Week 6 projections, while Javonte Williams remains a strong late-game closer in Denver’s rushing attack. George Pickens and Terry McLaurin sustain solid target shares, Diggs and Waddle debate floors without Tyreek Hill, and Waller/Kincaid stay reliable at tight end. Waiver targets include Michael Carter, Ryan Fenoi, and Calvin Ridley, with deeper adds like Rasheed Shahid and Mason Taylor offering upside.

Rams gear up for a Week 6 test against Baltimore with Lamar Jackson’s status in doubt; Cooper Rush could start if he can’t go. Kyren Williams produced a heavy target share and two rushing scores but also a costly goal-line fumble and a crucial late drop. Justin Dedic shined at left guard, with Steve Avila looming returning to push for a bigger role. Stafford delivered cleanly with a rising supporting cast (Nakua, Whittington, Whiting), while London travel and a pivotal two-game stretch shape the fantasy outlook.

Patriots offense is under fire as a frustrated caller rips coaching decisions, laments Trevian Henderson not being used despite draft capital, and chronicles Raandre Stevenson’s fumbles. The rant pivots to a possible lineup shift and the impact on fantasy roles, while trade chatter swirls around Ja'Marr Chase, James Cook, and BTJ, with Diggs delivering steady fantasy value and Raiders as a caution flag.