Waiver Wire: Week 5 Pickups and Rookie Report

Stroud is proving to be a solid fantasy quarterback, coming off a 23.08-point performance in Week 4 where he threw for 347 yards and two touchdowns without an interception. He has now passed for over 1,100 yards and has played 100% of the offensive snaps in the last three games. His consistency and high passing volume make him a reliable weekly starter.

Cousins is slinging it, attempting 52 passes for 365 yards and two touchdowns against Kansas City. He's surpassed 1,000 passing yards and has 11 touchdowns through four games, showing a high floor due to sheer volume. As long as the Raiders are in shootouts, Cousins will be a fantasy-relevant QB2 with weekly upside.

Rodgers bounced back in Week 4 with a 21.96-point fantasy day, throwing for 299 yards and three touchdowns. He has now played 100% of the snaps in the past two weeks and appears to be finding a rhythm in the Pittsburgh offense. For teams in need of a quarterback, Rodgers offers veteran stability and is showing he still has the arm to support multiple fantasy weapons.

Robinson exploded for a three-touchdown, 25.7-point fantasy day against a stout Saints defense. While his snap share was only 42%, his goal-line usage was undeniable, converting his opportunities into significant fantasy production. With four touchdowns on the season and a defined role as the Falcons' primary power back, he is a top priority add.

The rookie saw his snap share jump to 55% in Week 4, a significant increase from previous weeks. He translated that opportunity into 9.9 PPR points, catching all five of his targets for 36 yards. Lloyd appears to be carving out the primary pass-catching role in Green Bay's backfield, a valuable commodity in PPR formats.

With Saquon Barkley out, Shipley's role is becoming clearer. His offensive snap share rebounded to 48% in Week 4 after a dip in Week 3. While the production wasn't eye-popping, the opportunity is what matters. He is the lead back in a potent offense until Barkley returns and should see enough volume to be a viable RB2/Flex.

Allgeier handled a 55% offensive snap share and found the end zone in Week 4, totaling 12.9 PPR points. He appears to have a consistent role in the Cardinals' backfield committee, handling 8 carries and seeing 2 targets. He's a solid flex option who provides a steady floor thanks to his usage in both the run and pass game.

Coleman broke out in Week 4 with a 23.6-point fantasy performance, hauling in 6 of 7 targets for 116 yards and a touchdown. His snap share climbed back up to 78%, and he looked every bit the part of a go-to receiver. Coleman's combination of size and playmaking ability gives him tremendous upside in the Bills' offense.

Washington continues to be a consistent target hog, commanding a 29% target share in Week 4 while playing 87% of the snaps. He caught 5 passes for 67 yards, giving him a solid 12.0 PPR points. With at least five targets in every game, he offers a high floor for PPR leagues as a reliable WR3/Flex.

Meyers' role has grown exponentially, culminating in an 89% snap share in Week 4. He turned that playing time into 7 catches on 9 targets for 82 yards, a 15.2-point PPR day. As he becomes more integrated into the Bengals' passing attack, Meyers is a high-upside stash who could become a weekly starter.

Someone had to step up with the Eagles' receiver injuries, and Cooper answered the call, playing 90% of the offensive snaps. He turned 7 targets into 3 catches, 33 yards, and two touchdowns for 18.3 PPR points. With DeVonta Smith out, Cooper is a primary red-zone threat and should continue to see valuable targets.

Gesicki's snap share has increased for three straight weeks, hitting 62% in Week 4. He found the end zone and scored 13.0 PPR points, giving him three touchdowns on the season. His growing role and red-zone presence make him a top streaming option with the potential to become a set-and-forget TE1.

Strange has been a target monster, commanding an incredible 35% target share in Week 4. He turned 8 targets into 7 receptions for 95 yards, resulting in a 16.5-point PPR day. Playing 87% of snaps, Strange is a focal point of the Jaguars' offense and should be rostered in all formats.

Mayer had his best game as a pro, catching 8 of 10 targets for 82 yards (16.2 PPR points). He played a season-high 88% of snaps, showing he is a full-time player. As his chemistry with Kirk Cousins grows, Mayer has the talent and opportunity to be a consistent fantasy tight end.

Mitchell has seen a consistent snap share around 37% for the past two weeks and is heavily involved in the passing game, seeing 6 targets in Week 4. His dual-threat ability gives him standalone flex value in deeper PPR leagues and massive upside if the starter ahead of him misses time.

Even if you miss out on him as a top add, Lloyd is worth stashing for his upside in the passing game alone. A 55% snap share and 5 targets show a promising trend for the rookie, whose role could continue to grow as the season progresses.

Allgeier is more than just a stash, but at his roster percentage, he qualifies. A 55% snap share and a touchdown in Week 4 prove he has a valuable role. He's a perfect bench player who can be plugged in during bye weeks or injuries.

TeSlaa played a season-high 82% of snaps in Week 4 and turned 8 targets into 95 yards. He's emerging as a legitimate downfield threat for the Lions. While the offense has a lot of mouths to feed, his role is expanding, making him a worthy stash.

The undrafted rookie got the start and played every snap, throwing for 148 yards and a touchdown while adding 55 yards on the ground. While the two interceptions were not ideal, Daniels showed the dual-threat ability that could make him a fantasy asset if he continues to start.

The fourth overall pick had a massive breakout, catching 9 of 12 targets for 145 yards. Playing on 84% of snaps, Tate showed the route-running and ball skills that made him a top prospect. He is the clear No. 1 option for the Titans and looks like a future star.

The undrafted rookie continued his improbable rise, securing 7-of-9 targets for 82 yards. His snap share ballooned to 89%, indicating he's earned a starting role. Meyers is a testament to talent winning out, regardless of draft capital.

Fields made the most of his opportunities, turning 3 targets into 2 catches for 52 yards and a touchdown. The third-round pick played 66% of the snaps and is carving out a role as a big-play threat for the Giants.

On the field for 95% of snaps, the second-round rookie was a reliable target, catching 4 of 7 passes for 89 yards. Boston is quickly emerging as a high-volume receiver for the Browns with a very safe weekly floor.

While not a complete disaster, the production didn't match the draft capital (1st round, #3 overall). Love rushed for 63 yards on 14 carries but lost 8 yards on his lone reception and played just 45% of the snaps, ceding significant work to Tyler Allgeier.

After a strong start to the season, the third-rounder came back to earth with just 3 catches for 21 yards on 8 targets. He still played a healthy 69% of snaps, but the efficiency wasn't there this week.

The rookie to watch next week is MarShawn Lloyd (RB, GB). After seeing his snap share spike to 55%, all eyes will be on him to see if he can build on that expanded role against the Bears in Week 5.

The first-round pick was shut out on 4 targets despite playing 69% of the snaps. It was a step back after a promising start to his rookie campaign, and it highlights the week-to-week inconsistency that can plague rookie tight ends, even highly drafted ones.