Key Fantasy Football Stats for Week 5
FantasyPros has compiled crucial statistics for Week 5 of fantasy football, focusing on key positions including quarterback, running back, wide receiver, and tight end. This weekly overview aims to assist players in making informed start-sit decisions.
Brock Purdy has been a standout quarterback, averaging 25.1 fantasy points per game, but faces a tough matchup against the Seahawks, who have limited quarterbacks to an average of 11.6 points. Kirk Cousins continues to perform well, throwing for 11 touchdowns and over 1,000 yards, making him a viable streaming option despite a challenging game against the Patriots.
In the running back category, Emanuel Wilson emerged as a top performer for the Seahawks, scoring 27 PPR fantasy points last week. Meanwhile, Omarion Hampton's performance has been inconsistent, raising concerns about his reliability. Wide receiver Malik Washington may struggle this week against a tough matchup, while rookie Carnell Tate has shown potential with a strong performance in Week 4, indicating he could be a key player moving forward.
