In this article you’ll get the Fantasy Football recap from each matchup in Week 5.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers 30 @ Atlanta Falcons 36
The Atlanta Falcons and Tampa Bay Buccaneers engaged in a competitive back-and-forth matchup. Each team managed to put together multiple scoring drives, keeping the game close until overtime, when the Falcons ultimately clinched the victory with a final touchdown. Atlanta’s Kirk Cousins delivered a standout performance, while Tampa Bay’s Baker Mayfield threw three touchdowns without any turnovers.
Atlanta Falcons:
- Kirk Cousins: 42/58, 509 yards, 4 touchdowns, 1 interception.
- Drake London: 12 receptions, 154 yards, 1 touchdown.
- Darnell Mooney: 9 receptions, 105 yards, 2 touchdowns.
- Bijan Robinson: 12 carries, 61 yards.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers:
- Baker Mayfield: 19/24, 180 yards, 3 touchdowns.
- Mike Evans: 5 receptions, 62 yards, 2 touchdowns.
- Chris Godwin: 5 receptions, 64 yards.
- Rachaad White: 10 carries, 72 yards.
Injuries:
- K.Johnson (TB) and Y.Diaby (TB) both sustained injuries but later returned.
- D.Alford (ATL) was injured and did not return.
- T.Smith (TB) and L.David (TB) were both injured but returned to play.
- J.Whitehead (TB) and D.London (ATL) sustained injuries in the game.
Table of Top Players and Their Stats:
| Player | Stats |
|---|---|
| Kirk Cousins (ATL) | 42/58, 509 yards, 4 TD, 1 INT |
| Drake London (ATL) | 12 REC, 154 YDS, 1 TD |
| Darnell Mooney (ATL) | 9 REC, 105 YDS, 2 TD |
| Bijan Robinson (ATL) | 12 CAR, 61 YDS |
| Baker Mayfield (TB) | 19/24, 180 YDS, 3 TD |
| Mike Evans (TB) | 5 REC, 62 YDS, 2 TD |
| Chris Godwin (TB) | 5 REC, 64 YDS |
| Rachaad White (TB) | 10 CAR, 72 YDS |
New York Jets 17 @ Minnesota Vikings 23
The Minnesota Vikings edged out the New York Jets with a 23-17 victory. The Vikings established an early lead, capitalizing on defensive plays, and managed to hold off a late surge by the Jets.
Top Player Highlights:
- Garrett Wilson (Jets): Recorded 13 receptions for 101 yards and a touchdown on 22 targets.
- Aaron Rodgers (Jets): Threw for 244 yards with two touchdowns and three interceptions, completing 29 of 54 passes.
- Allen Lazard (Jets): Contributed 4 catches for 34 yards and a touchdown.
- Justin Jefferson (Vikings): Tallied 6 receptions for 92 yards on 14 targets.
- Sam Darnold (Vikings): Completed 14 of 31 passes for 179 yards and one interception.
- C.J. Ham (Vikings): Rushed 2 times for 10 yards and a touchdown.
- Vikings Defense: Secured 3 interceptions, including one returned for a touchdown.
Injuries:
- Sam Darnold (Vikings): Briefly left the game in the first quarter due to injury but returned, finishing with 179 passing yards.
- Aaron Rodgers (Jets): Suffered an injury in the third quarter but came back to complete the game.
- A. Gardner (Jets): Injured in the third quarter and later returned to play.
- I. Pace (Vikings): Left the game due to injury but returned.
Top Players and Stats:
| Player | Stats |
|---|---|
| Garrett Wilson (Jets) | 13 REC, 101 YDS, 1 TD |
| Aaron Rodgers (Jets) | 29/54, 244 YDS, 2 TD, 3 INT |
| Allen Lazard (Jets) | 4 REC, 34 YDS, 1 TD |
| Justin Jefferson (Vikings) | 6 REC, 92 YDS |
| Sam Darnold (Vikings) | 14/31, 179 YDS, 1 INT |
| C.J. Ham (Vikings) | 2 CAR, 10 YDS, 1 TD |
| Vikings Defense | 3 INTs, 1 TD (Interception Return) |
Carolina Panthers 10 @ Chicago Bears 36
The Chicago Bears defeated the Carolina Panthers 36-10. After the Panthers opened with a 38-yard touchdown run by Chuba Hubbard, the Bears responded with 36 unanswered points.
Highlights:
- Caleb Williams led the Bears by completing 20 of 29 passes for 304 yards and two touchdowns.
- DJ Moore caught five passes for 105 yards and two touchdowns.
- D’Andre Swift contributed 21 carries for 73 yards and a touchdown, plus two receptions for 47 yards.
- For the Panthers, Chuba Hubbard rushed 13 times for 97 yards and a touchdown.
- Jalen Coker had four receptions for 68 yards.
Injuries:
- Panthers tight end Tommy Tremble was injured after catching one pass for 7 yards.
- Panthers defensive end Jadeveon Clowney was injured but later returned to the game.
Top Players and Stats:
| Player | Stats |
|---|---|
| Caleb Williams (CHI) | 20/29 passing, 304 yards, 2 TDs |
| DJ Moore (CHI) | 5 receptions, 105 yards, 2 TDs |
| D’Andre Swift (CHI) | 21 carries, 73 yards, 1 TD; 2 receptions, 47 yards |
| Chuba Hubbard (CAR) | 13 carries, 97 yards, 1 TD |
| Jalen Coker (CAR) | 4 receptions, 68 yards |
Baltimore Ravens 41 @ Cincinnati Bengals 38
The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 41-38 in an overtime thriller. Justin Tucker sealed the win with a 24-yard field goal after Derrick Henry‘s 51-yard run set up the decisive kick.
Game Highlights:
- Lamar Jackson threw for 348 yards and four touchdowns, completing 26 of 42 passes. He also rushed for 55 yards on 12 carries.
- Derrick Henry contributed 92 rushing yards on 15 carries, including a touchdown.
- Zay Flowers led the Ravens’ receivers with 111 yards on seven catches.
- Charlie Kolar added 64 yards and a touchdown on three receptions.
- Isaiah Likely caught two touchdown passes among his three receptions.
For the Bengals:
- Joe Burrow passed for 392 yards, five touchdowns, and one interception, completing 30 of 39 attempts.
- Ja’Marr Chase had 193 receiving yards and two touchdowns on 10 catches.
- Tee Higgins recorded 83 yards and two touchdowns on nine receptions.
Injuries:
- Bengals running back Zack Moss left the game due to injury but returned. He finished with 24 rushing yards on nine carries and 28 receiving yards on three catches.
- Bengals player A.Mims was also injured during the game but later returned.
Top Players and Their Stats:
| Player | Stats |
|---|---|
| Lamar Jackson (BAL) | 26/42 passing, 348 yards, 4 TD; 12 carries, 55 yards |
| Derrick Henry (BAL) | 15 carries, 92 yards, 1 TD |
| Zay Flowers (BAL) | 7 receptions, 111 yards |
| Charlie Kolar (BAL) | 3 receptions, 64 yards, 1 TD |
| Isaiah Likely (BAL) | 3 receptions, 13 yards, 2 TD |
| Joe Burrow (CIN) | 30/39 passing, 392 yards, 5 TD, 1 INT |
| Ja’Marr Chase (CIN) | 10 receptions, 193 yards, 2 TD |
| Tee Higgins (CIN) | 9 receptions, 83 yards, 2 TD |
Miami Dolphins 15 @ New England Patriots 10
The Miami Dolphins edged out the New England Patriots 15-10 in a closely contested game. Trailing 7-3 at halftime, the Dolphins rallied in the second half, scoring 12 unanswered points to secure the victory.
Top Player Highlights:
- Tyler Huntley led Miami’s offense, completing 18 of 31 passes for 194 yards but threw one interception.
- Jaylen Wright rushed 13 times for 86 yards, averaging 6.6 yards per carry.
- Raheem Mostert added 80 yards on 19 carries.
- Tyreek Hill caught 6 passes for 69 yards.
- Jonnu Smith contributed 5 receptions for 62 yards.
For New England:
- Rhamondre Stevenson rushed 12 times for 89 yards and a touchdown.
- Antonio Gibson had 6 carries for 52 yards.
- DeMario Douglas led the receivers with 6 catches for 59 yards.
Injuries:
- Miami’s De’Von Achane left the game after a 12-yard run in the first quarter and did not return, finishing with 18 rushing yards on 3 carries.
- Tyreek Hill was briefly sidelined due to injury but returned to finish the game with 69 receiving yards.
- K. Fuller was injured but later returned to the game.
- New England’s Rhamondre Stevenson was injured late in the fourth quarter but returned, ending with 89 rushing yards and a touchdown.
Top Players and Their Stats:
| Player | Team | Stats |
|---|---|---|
| Tyler Huntley | Dolphins | 18/31, 194 yards, 1 INT |
| Jaylen Wright | Dolphins | 13 carries, 86 yards |
| Raheem Mostert | Dolphins | 19 carries, 80 yards |
| Tyreek Hill | Dolphins | 6 receptions, 69 yards |
| Jonnu Smith | Dolphins | 5 receptions, 62 yards |
| Rhamondre Stevenson | Patriots | 12 carries, 89 yards, 1 TD |
| Antonio Gibson | Patriots | 6 carries, 52 yards |
| DeMario Douglas | Patriots | 6 receptions, 59 yards |
Cleveland Browns 13 @ Washington Commanders 34
The Washington Commanders defeated the Cleveland Browns 34-13. Washington led 24-3 at halftime and maintained control throughout the game.
Game Highlights:
- Jayden Daniels (WAS, QB): Passed for 238 yards with one touchdown and one interception. He also rushed for 82 yards on 11 carries.
- Terry McLaurin (WAS, WR): Caught four passes for 112 yards, including a 66-yard reception.
- Brian Robinson Jr. (WAS, RB): Scored two rushing touchdowns on seven carries for 18 yards.
- Jeremy McNichols (WAS, RB): Added 44 rushing yards and one touchdown on seven carries.
- Austin Ekeler (WAS, RB): Rushed for 67 yards on six carries and caught two passes for 30 yards.
- Deshaun Watson (CLE, QB): Threw for 125 yards and one touchdown but was sacked seven times.
- Amari Cooper (CLE, WR): Made four receptions for 60 yards.
- Jerome Ford (CLE, RB): Rushed for 47 yards on nine carries.
- D’Onta Foreman (CLE, RB): Gained 44 rushing yards on nine carries.
Injuries:
- Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah (CLE, LB): Left the game in the third quarter after recording an interception and several tackles.
- Grant Delpit (CLE, S): Injured in the third quarter after contributing multiple tackles.
- Ethan Pocic (CLE, C): Sustained an injury in the fourth quarter.
- Q. Martin (WAS, DB): Left the game in the fourth quarter after making multiple tackles.
Top Players:
| Player | Stats |
|---|---|
| Jayden Daniels | 14/25, 238 yds, 1 TD, 1 INT; 11 rushes, 82 yds |
| Terry McLaurin | 4 rec, 112 yds |
| Brian Robinson Jr. | 7 carries, 18 yds, 2 TDs |
| Jeremy McNichols | 7 carries, 44 yds, 1 TD |
| Austin Ekeler | 6 carries, 67 yds; 2 rec, 30 yds |
| Deshaun Watson | 15/28, 125 yds, 1 TD; 3 rushes, 14 yds |
| Amari Cooper | 4 rec, 60 yds |
| Jerome Ford | 9 carries, 47 yds |
| D’Onta Foreman | 9 carries, 44 yds |
Indianapolis Colts 34 @ Jacksonville Jaguars 37
The Jacksonville Jaguars defeated the Indianapolis Colts 37-34 in a closely contested game. The Jaguars secured the win with a late field goal.
Top Player Highlights
Colts
- Joe Flacco completed 33 of 44 passes for 359 yards and 3 touchdowns.
- Alec Pierce caught 3 passes for 134 yards and a touchdown, including a 65-yard reception.
- Josh Downs had 9 receptions for 69 yards.
- Michael Pittman Jr. recorded 5 catches for 37 yards and a touchdown.
- Mo Alie-Cox had 2 receptions for 37 yards and a touchdown.
- Trey Sermon rushed 10 times for 38 yards and a touchdown, and caught 6 passes for 25 yards.
Jaguars
- Trevor Lawrence completed 28 of 34 passes for 371 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 1 interception.
- Tank Bigsby rushed 13 times for 101 yards and 2 touchdowns, including a 65-yard score.
- Brian Thomas Jr. caught 5 passes for 122 yards and a touchdown, featuring an 85-yard touchdown reception.
- Christian Kirk had 4 receptions for 88 yards.
Injuries
Colts offensive lineman Will Fries was injured during the game.
Top Players and Their Stats
| Player | Stats |
|---|---|
| Joe Flacco | 33/44 passing, 359 yards, 3 TDs |
| Alec Pierce | 3 receptions, 134 yards, 1 TD |
| Josh Downs | 9 receptions, 69 yards |
| Michael Pittman Jr. | 5 receptions, 37 yards, 1 TD |
| Mo Alie-Cox | 2 receptions, 37 yards, 1 TD |
| Trey Sermon | 10 carries, 38 yards, 1 TD; 6 receptions, 25 yards |
| Trevor Lawrence | 28/34 passing, 371 yards, 2 TDs, 1 INT |
| Tank Bigsby | 13 carries, 101 yards, 2 TDs |
| Brian Thomas Jr. | 5 receptions, 122 yards, 1 TD |
| Christian Kirk | 4 receptions, 88 yards |
Buffalo Bills 20 @ Houston Texans 23
The Houston Texans edged out the Buffalo Bills 23-20, clinching the win with a 59-yard field goal by K. Fairbairn as time expired.
Top Player Highlights:
- C.J. Stroud (HOU): Completed 28 of 38 passes for 331 yards, 1 touchdown, and 1 interception.
- Josh Allen (BUF): Threw for 131 yards and 1 touchdown on 9 of 30 passing attempts; added 54 rushing yards on 4 carries.
- James Cook (BUF): Rushed 20 times for 82 yards and a touchdown; caught 2 passes for 17 yards.
- Stefon Diggs (HOU): Made 6 receptions for 82 yards.
- Nico Collins (HOU): Had 2 catches for 78 yards and a touchdown.
- Keon Coleman (BUF): Recorded 1 reception for 49 yards and a touchdown.
- Cam Akers (HOU): Carried the ball 9 times for 42 yards and a touchdown.
- Dare Ogunbowale (HOU): Rushed 15 times for 30 yards; caught 6 passes for 57 yards.
Injuries:
- Jalen Ward (HOU): Injured early but returned to the game.
- Josh Allen (BUF): Left briefly due to injury in the fourth quarter but returned to finish the game.
Top Players Stats:
| Player | Stats |
|---|---|
| C.J. Stroud (HOU) | 28/38 passing, 331 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT |
| Josh Allen (BUF) | 9/30 passing, 131 yards, 1 TD; 4 carries, 54 yards |
| James Cook (BUF) | 20 carries, 82 yards, 1 TD; 2 rec, 17 yards |
| Stefon Diggs (HOU) | 6 receptions, 82 yards |
| Nico Collins (HOU) | 2 receptions, 78 yards, 1 TD |
| Keon Coleman (BUF) | 1 reception, 49 yards, 1 TD |
| Cam Akers (HOU) | 9 carries, 42 yards, 1 TD |
| Dare Ogunbowale (HOU) | 15 carries, 30 yards; 6 rec, 57 yards |
Las Vegas Raiders 18 @ Denver Broncos 34
The Denver Broncos defeated the Las Vegas Raiders 34-18, capitalizing on turnovers and strong offensive plays. A key moment was Patrick Surtain II‘s 100-yard interception return for a touchdown.
Top Players:
- Bo Nix (DEN): Passed for 206 yards and 2 touchdowns, completing 19 of 27 attempts.
- Javonte Williams (DEN): Rushed 13 times for 61 yards and caught 5 passes for 50 yards.
- Brock Bowers (LV): Made 8 receptions for 97 yards and a touchdown on 12 targets.
Injuries:
- Garett Bolles (DEN): Injured in the third quarter but returned to the game.
- Trayvon Moehrig (LV): Injured in the fourth quarter after recording multiple tackles.
- Lloyd Wattenberg (DEN): Injured during a touchdown play in the fourth quarter.
Top Players and Stats:
| Player | Stats |
|---|---|
| Bo Nix (DEN) | 19/27, 206 yds, 2 TDs, 3 sacks |
| Javonte Williams (DEN) | 13 carries, 61 yds; 5 rec, 50 yds |
| Brock Bowers (LV) | 8 rec, 97 yds, 1 TD on 12 targets |
| Ameer Abdullah (LV) | 5 carries, 42 yds, 1 TD |
| Gardner Minshew (LV) | 12/17, 137 yds, 1 TD, 2 INTs, 2 sacks |
| Courtland Sutton (DEN) | 2 rec, 32 yds on 5 targets |
Arizona Cardinals 24 @ San Francisco 49ers 23
The Arizona Cardinals edged the San Francisco 49ers, winning 24-23.
Kyler Murray led the Cardinals with 195 passing yards and a touchdown, plus 83 rushing yards and a 50-yard rushing touchdown. James Conner added 86 rushing yards on 19 carries. Michael Wilson caught 5 passes for 78 yards.
For the 49ers, Brock Purdy threw for 244 yards with a touchdown and two interceptions. Jordan Mason rushed for 89 yards on 14 carries. Brandon Aiyuk had 8 receptions for 147 yards, and George Kittle added 64 receiving yards with a touchdown.
Injuries included San Francisco’s Jauan Jennings, who was hurt but returned, finishing with one catch for 13 yards. Arizona’s B. Nichols and J. Thompson were also injured but came back into the game.
Top Players and Their Stats
| Player | Stats |
|---|---|
| Kyler Murray (ARI) | Passing: 19/30, 195 yds, 1 TD, 1 INT; Rushing: 7 carries, 83 yds, 1 TD |
| James Conner (ARI) | Rushing: 19 carries, 86 yds |
| Michael Wilson (ARI) | Receiving: 5 catches, 78 yds |
| Brock Purdy (SF) | Passing: 19/35, 244 yds, 1 TD, 2 INT |
| Jordan Mason (SF) | Rushing: 14 carries, 89 yds |
| Brandon Aiyuk (SF) | Receiving: 8 catches, 147 yds |
| George Kittle (SF) | Receiving: 8 catches, 64 yds, 1 TD |
Green Bay Packers 24 @ Los Angeles Rams 19
The Green Bay Packers edged out the Los Angeles Rams 24-19. Jordan Love threw for 224 yards with two touchdowns to Tucker Kraft. Josh Jacobs contributed 73 rushing yards and a touchdown. For the Rams, Kyren Williams rushed for 102 yards and a touchdown but lost a fumble. Matthew Stafford passed for 260 yards, one touchdown, and one interception.
Injuries:
- Rashaan Rochell (GB) was injured but returned to the game.
- Jordan Whittington (LAR) left the game due to injury after recording 7 receptions for 89 yards.
Top Players:
| Player | Stats |
|---|---|
| Jordan Love (GB) | 15/26, 224 yds, 2 TD, 1 INT |
| Tucker Kraft (GB) | 4 rec, 88 yds, 2 TD |
| Josh Jacobs (GB) | 19 car, 73 yds, 1 TD |
| Jayden Reed (GB) | 4 rec, 78 yds |
| Kyren Williams (LAR) | 22 car, 102 yds, 1 TD, 1 fumble lost |
| Matthew Stafford (LAR) | 29/45, 260 yds, 1 TD, 1 INT |
| Jordan Whittington (LAR) | 7 rec, 89 yds |
New York Giants 29 @ Seattle Seahawks 20
The New York Giants defeated the Seattle Seahawks 29-20. Key plays included Rayshawn Jenkins‘ 102-yard fumble return touchdown, Darius Slayton‘s 30-yard touchdown reception, and Bryce Ford-Wheaton‘s 60-yard blocked field goal return for a touchdown.
Top Player Highlights
- Daniel Jones (NYG): Completed 23 of 34 passes for 257 yards and 2 touchdowns; rushed 11 times for 38 yards.
- Darius Slayton (NYG): Caught 8 passes for 122 yards and 1 touchdown.
- Tyrone Tracy Jr. (NYG): Rushed 18 times for 129 yards.
- Geno Smith (SEA): Completed 28 of 40 passes for 284 yards and 1 touchdown; rushed 4 times for 72 yards.
- Tyler Lockett (SEA): Had 4 receptions for 75 yards.
- Kenneth Walker III (SEA): Rushed 5 times for 19 yards; caught 7 passes for 57 yards.
Injuries
- Seahawks cornerback T. Woolen was injured in the second quarter but returned to the game.
- Giants linebacker K. Thibodeaux was injured in the fourth quarter but also returned.
Top Players and Their Stats
| Player | Stats |
|---|---|
| Daniel Jones (NYG) | 23/34, 257 yards, 2 TD; 11 rushes, 38 yards |
| Darius Slayton (NYG) | 8 receptions, 122 yards, 1 TD |
| Tyrone Tracy Jr. (NYG) | 18 carries, 129 yards |
| Geno Smith (SEA) | 28/40, 284 yards, 1 TD; 4 rushes, 72 yards |
| Tyler Lockett (SEA) | 4 receptions, 75 yards |
| Kenneth Walker III (SEA) | 5 carries, 19 yards; 7 receptions, 57 yards |
Dallas Cowboys 20 @ Pittsburgh Steelers 17
The Dallas Cowboys edged out the Pittsburgh Steelers with a 20-17 victory. Key plays in the final quarter secured the win for Dallas.
Top Player Highlights
- Dak Prescott (DAL): Threw for 352 yards with 2 touchdowns and 2 interceptions on 29 of 42 passing.
- Rico Dowdle (DAL): Rushed 20 times for 87 yards and caught 2 passes for 27 yards, including a touchdown.
- Jalen Tolbert (DAL): Had 7 receptions for 87 yards and a touchdown on 10 targets.
- Jake Ferguson (DAL): Made 6 catches totaling 70 yards on 7 targets.
- CeeDee Lamb (DAL): Recorded 5 receptions for 62 yards on 9 targets.
- Justin Fields (PIT): Completed 15 of 27 passes for 131 yards and 2 touchdowns; added 27 rushing yards on 6 carries.
- Najee Harris (PIT): Ran 14 times for 42 yards and caught 2 passes for 35 yards.
- Connor Heyward (PIT): Caught 2 passes for 23 yards and a touchdown.
- Pat Freiermuth (PIT): Had 3 receptions for 22 yards and a touchdown.
Injuries
- Micah Kneeland (DAL): Injured in the first quarter; no further stats recorded afterward.
- Justin Fields (PIT): Left briefly due to injury in the third quarter but returned to finish the game.
- Nick Herbig (PIT): Injured in the third quarter after contributing to a sack and fumble recovery.
- Zack Martin (DAL): Left the game in the fourth quarter with an injury but later returned.
Top Players and Stats
| Player (Team) | Stats |
|---|---|
| Dak Prescott (DAL) | 29/42, 352 yds, 2 TD, 2 INT |
| Justin Fields (PIT) | 15/27, 131 yds, 2 TD; 6 rushes, 27 yds |
| Rico Dowdle (DAL) | 20 car, 87 yds; 2 rec, 27 yds, 1 TD |
| Jalen Tolbert (DAL) | 7 rec, 87 yds, 1 TD (10 targets) |
| Jake Ferguson (DAL) | 6 rec, 70 yds (7 targets) |
| CeeDee Lamb (DAL) | 5 rec, 62 yds (9 targets) |
| Najee Harris (PIT) | 14 car, 42 yds; 2 rec, 35 yds |
| Connor Heyward (PIT) | 2 rec, 23 yds, 1 TD |
| Pat Freiermuth (PIT) | 3 rec, 22 yds, 1 TD |
New Orleans Saints @ Kansas City Chiefs
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