Fantasy Football Today

Dalton Kincaid is on bye in week seven; not a significant fantasy loss as he's not a player managers will miss much.

Brenton Strange is on bye in week seven; not a significant fantasy loss as he's not a player managers will miss much.

Mason Taylor is a tight end stash for week seven with a favorable matchup; part of the weak tight end landscape.

AJ Barner is a tight end stash for week seven with a favorable matchup; he's part of the weak tight end landscape.

Jalen Royals has worked in the slot and could come into play if Rasheed Rice is out. Patrick Mahomes mentioned both Royals and Cyrus Allen have had a week of practice and know the opportunities in front of them. Royals is a stash option available in over 90% of leagues.

Cyrus Allen has shown flashes going back to preseason and could be a downfield threat in Kansas City. Patrick Mahomes mentioned both Allen and Jalen Royals have had a week of practice and know the opportunities in front of them. Allen is a decent stash in case of serious injury to Rasheed Rice or if he carves out a role in week six; available in over 90% of leagues.

Kalief Raymond is a stash option hoping that momentum from the first two weeks with Caleb Williams continues; he's part of a weak receiver group in Chicago.

Jalen Hurts' return timeline is unknown; his absence affects the Eagles offense.

Devontae Smith's return timeline is unknown; his absence limits the receiving options in Philadelphia.

Kendrick Bourne is 28% rostered on CBS, available in over 70% of leagues. He faces the Rams this week (who will have to throw a lot against LA) and Denver the week after. He's an in-breaking route runner who could pick up four or five catches with some decent yardage.

Rasheed Rice had not practiced as of Thursday and might not play in week six; his status is uncertain heading into the week.

Terry McLaurin is on bye in week seven; listed among receivers unavailable that week.

DJ Moore is on bye in week seven; listed among Bills receivers unavailable that week.

Parker Washington is on bye in week seven; listed among wide receivers unavailable that week.

Tyler Higbee is on bye in week seven; mentioned as a known tight end option in the context of week seven bye week planning.

Film has looked good over the last two weeks; more effective as a runner than Omari Hampton and Keaton Mitchell; scored touchdowns in each of his last two games but is not getting a lot of work; Tyler Higbee suggests his role could flip at some point, potentially in week eight if running backs underperform in week six, though Vidal is on bye in week six.

Tyler Higbee expects Harris to remain the primary running back for Pittsburgh despite poor performance, though there's a possibility the team could turn to backup Tracy if Harris continues to underperform; the team's trust in Tracy appears limited after one fumble.

Has not practiced yet heading into week six but has not been ruled out; Tyler Higbee suggests it's possible Barkley could return for week seven against Dallas, indicating a potential multi-week absence.

Listed as a week six waiver wire running back option by Tyler Higbee, ranked fourth among available backs if you need a fill-in starter, projecting around eight PPR points.

55% rostered in week six; Tyler Higbee ranks him second among waiver wire running back options for week six fill-ins, projecting around eight PPR points, though he cannot be used in week seven due to bye week.

Did not practice on Thursday heading into week six, creating uncertainty about his availability and opening the door for backup options like Tyler Algier to see increased touches.

Jeremiah Love did not practice on Thursday. His status is relevant to Tyler Algier's potential role as the feature back in Arizona.

Speaker notes the need to monitor Jaleel McLaughlin's status, as his availability will impact the running back situation.

Speaker notes the need to monitor Quinshot Judkins' status, as his availability will impact Dylan Sampson's role and usage in the run game.

Dylan Sampson is currently on IR but the window has been open for his return. He could be available to play in week six and certainly could play in week seven. He has been used in passing down situations and could have an expanded role in the run game if Quinshot Judkins is unavailable. Favorable matchups include the Ravens in week six and the Titans in week seven.

James Cook is on bye in week seven; speaker recommends finding alternative running backs.

Kyler Murray is the winner for bye week streaming. His schedule includes Indy, Detroit, and Buffalo—each of these three defenses has allowed 20 or more fantasy points to at least three of the five quarterbacks they've played this year, making Murray a strong option to help navigate bye weeks in weeks seven or eight.

Tanner McKee is recommended as a desperation option for week seven streaming.

Geno Smith is recommended as a desperation option for week seven streaming.

Deshaun Watson is recommended as a desperation option for week seven streaming.

Jacoby Brissett is available in about a third of CBS leagues and can be started both this week and next week. However, his schedule includes Denver in week seven (potentially a bad matchup if healthy) and Dallas in week eight (a potentially favorable matchup).

Aaron Rodgers is available in at least half of CBS leagues and can be started both this week and next week. Speaker prefers his schedule moving forward: Tampa, New Orleans, and Cleveland.

Speaker prefers Jameis Winston for this week against New Orleans; he is available in two-thirds of CBS Sports leagues. However, speaker would not recommend him next week, making him a one-week stream option.

Jaden Daniels is on bye next week; speaker recommends identifying waiver wire alternatives if he is your starting quarterback.

Trevor Lawrence is on bye next week; speaker recommends identifying waiver wire alternatives if he is your starting quarterback.

Josh Allen is on bye next week; speaker recommends identifying waiver wire alternatives if he is your starting quarterback.

Rostered in only 52% of CBS Sports Leagues despite consistent production; has posted six-plus targets and 11-plus PPR points in each of his last three games. Favorable upcoming matchups against Arizona, Vegas, Chargers, Commanders, and Cardinals provide multiple weeks of streaming value. Primary concern is whether production is sustainable given slim target share relative to Matthew Stafford's high volume (35+ pass attempts expected), but Rams' air-heavy offensive approach suggests consistent opportunity.

Injury status uncertain; source notes 'we don't know when David Montgomery is going to come back,' suggesting his return timeline is unclear and may impact the value of trading away Bucky Irving.

Recommended acquisition in a trade; source endorses receiving Omarian Hampton (along with Chris Olave) in exchange for Woody Marks and Bucky Irving.

Recommended acquisition in a trade; source strongly endorses receiving Chris Olave (along with Omarian Hampton) in exchange for Woody Marks and Bucky Irving, framing it as 'basically Bucky for Olave.'