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Injury Decisions

Sam Bradford, QB, Vikings: After starting then leaving Monday night’s game, Bradford has been ruled out for Minnesota’s matchup against Green Bay this weekend. Friday’s afternoon injury report hopefully will bring clarity. The hunch here is Bradford sits out Week 6.

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Derek Carr, QB, Raiders: The quarterback appears to be returning this weekend when Oakland hosts the Los Angeles Chargers. If Carr even remotely plays like he’s capable, he could provide his owners some much-needed production. When the Raiders hosted the Chargers in 2016, Carr threw for 317 yards and two touchdowns. But owners who have options may want to see Carr perform before putting him back in the lineup.

Tyreek Hill, WR, Chiefs: The speedster landed on the injury report Thursday with a hurt hamstring. He went through a limited session and doesn’t appear to be in danger of sitting out this weekend.

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Travis Kelce, TE, Chiefs: After nearly eclipsing 100 yards in the first half before suffering a concussion that forced him from the game in Week 5, Kelce was at practice Friday and a full participant in practice Thursday, putting him in line to suit up for Kansas City’s matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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Marcus Mariota, QB, Titans: The Tennessee quarterback (hamstring) went through a limited session in practice Thursday, but remains iffy heading into the team’s Monday night game against the Colts.

Ty Montgomery, RB, Packers: While Montgomery is dealing with broken ribs, he fully participated in practice Wednesday. Green Bay Coach Mike McCarthy has held off on declaring Montgomery a go for Sunday. It appears Montgomery’s snap count could be limited. Combined with rookie Aaron Jones looking very good filling in last week, that could make for a muddied situation for owners in Week 6.

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DeVante Parker, WR, Dolphins: An ankle injury forced him out early in Week 5, much to the chagrin of his owners. He has yet to practice this week so things are not looking good.

Bilal Powell, RB, Jets: Just when it appeared he was taking over with a monster game in Week 4, Powell has been sidelined in practice this week by a calf injury. It’s unlikely he’ll play when New York faces off against New England. Elijah McGuire and Matt Forte will handle the backfield duties.

Fringe Starters

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Alvin Kamara, RB, Saints: While Kamara is rapidly being picked up in many fantasy leagues, surprisingly he remains available in 18 percent of ESPN leagues. While the Saints’ trade of Adrian Peterson certainly cements Kamara’s status, he had already shown that he needed more touches. Now he will get them. Kamara’s big-play ability and the uptick in opportunities gives him a high ceiling. Start him with confidence when the Saints host the Lions on Sunday.

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Rishard Matthews, WR, Titans: Those owners savvy enough to scoop up Matthews in 2016 were rewarded handsomely. The sixth-year wideout is on pace to eclipse 900 yards just as he did in 2016, but he has only one touchdown. He had nine in 2016. In four of Tennessee’s five games, Matthews has been targeted at least six times. While Mariota’s status remains up in the air heading into Monday night’s matchup against the Colts, Indianapolis has struggled mightily in pass defense, meaning Matthews retains some upside even if Mariota doesn’t play. With bye weeks and injuries, Matthews seems to have as much upside as anyone else in Week 6 for those owners in need of a wideout.

Jerick McKinnon, RB, Vikings: Count me among those who thought Latavius Murray was the tailback to grab in Minnesota. Instead, McKinnon delivered a scintillating performance, finishing with 16 carries for 95 yards and one touchdown plus six receptions for 51 yards. While owners shouldn’t expect that every week, McKinnon has the ability to be effective. He warrants consideration for owners in need of an RB2/flex play. He remains available in nearly 29 percent of ESPN leagues.

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James White, RB, Patriots: It’s not so much we’re big fans of White’s game, but with New England facing the Jets, White has a lot of appeal. Last week we touted Duke Johnson, Cleveland’s running back who is used mostly as a receiver. White’s game is nearly identical to Johnson’s, so if you’re in dire need, White is worth using in the lineup. If you have plenty of depth, then weigh your matchups.

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Lottery Tickets That Could Pay Off

Marquise Goodwin, WR, 49ers: Consider all the factors when San Francisco and Washington meet this weekend. The Redskins will be without cornerback Josh Norman. Former Redskins offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan now is coaching the 49ers, and if you don’t think he’d like to stick it to Daniel Snyder, Bruce Allen and the Redskins, you’re kidding yourself. Goodwin is coming off his best game of the season (five receptions for 116 yards) and matched Pierre Garcon with 11 targets in Week 5. There’s a lot to like. For those owners who have a depleted receiving corps, or if you drafted Amari Cooper, perhaps Goodwin can help out in Week 6. He’s owned in less than 5 percent of ESPN leagues.

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Elijah McGuire, RB, Jets: With Powell not expected to play and Forte just a flicker of his former self, McGuire stands to pick up a big workload when New York faces New England. It’s been no secret that offenses have largely had their way against the Patriots’ defense. McGuire is widely available; he’s only owned in 31 percent of ESPN leagues. McGuire was quiet in Week 5, but had more than 130 yards from scrimmage in Week 4. He’s a long shot with upside.

This post has been updated.