Should I start Justin Herbert in Week 5 in fantasy football?

The second-year receiver has earned a role in this offense, but it could be limited when DeSean Jackson and Alshon Jeffery return.

Has the ability to zip the ball all around the field. Both of his receptions were on throws more than 20 yards downfield, as he took one 72-yards to the house. Related | Fantasy Trade Analyzer: Who should I trade for in fantasy football? Right now, Taylor's being taken 30th among QBs, meaning in many standard leagues he doesn't even get drafted. He completed 22 of 33 passes for one touchdown and one interception while also rushing four times for 18 yards and a touchdown. Herbert completed 80 percent of his passes for 290 yards, three touchdowns and one interception against a good Buccaneers defense. The rookie receiver also has nine rush attempts on the season, showing that the Jaguars clearly want the ball in his hands. Week 5 PPR Fantasy Picks: Who do I start, and who do I avoid?

His seven-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter was his third on the season. And if you know that, then it won’t be long until the rest of your league does too. You don't need to select a fantasy backup QB based on what he'll be in Week 15.

Despite that effort missing and Herbert ultimately enduring a fourth straight loss, he again can be proud of his performance, as he's now thrown seven touchdowns versus just one interception in the last two outings. The place where Herbert could prove a difference maker if he gets the starting job is in throwing down the field.

Justin Herbert puts up 300-yard game in loss to Panthers. Justin Herbert (272 total yards, 4 TDs, 27.36 fantasy points). Miami’s first play of the game was a 47-yard pass to Williams, who later added a 32-yard touchdown. Shows the capability to step up from time to time, but will more often than not bail out of the pocket and look to extend the play and throw on the run. Is Jalen Reagor worth stashing in fantasy. It seems likely Herbert will start again in Week 4 as ESPN's Adam Schefter reported earlier in the day Tyrod Taylor (chest) likely won't gain clearance to play after his lung was punctured from a pain-killing injection last week. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies.

Herbert's arm strength is so great that pushing it down the field is his best option. Shenault now has at least three catches in every game, while catching five of six targets in each of the last two games. On the other, the coaching staff made it clear that veteran Tyrod Taylor, who spent 2019 backing up Philip Rivers, would begin the season as the starter. WR Tim Patrick, Denver Broncos- Patrick exploded for six receptions for 113 yards and a touchdown against the Jets last Thursday, more than doubling his total numbers from the first three weeks. That play put Los Angeles in a position to win late, and even after the Saints tied the score, Herbert again found Williams to set up a would-be winning field goal as time expired. DOMINATE YOUR DRAFT: Ultimate 2020 cheat sheet. WR Scotty Miller, Tampa Bay Buccaneers- Tom Brady put any concerns about his arm to rest this past Sunday after he threw for 369 yards and five touchdowns against the Chargers. He's not like Rivers from a mechanical sense, that's for sure. Barring anything unexpected, Herbert is going to be the starting quarterback of the Chargers for the foreseeable future. As fantasy football players and NFL fans, every year we get excited about the NFL draft.

RB Chase Edmonds, Arizona Cardinals– The Cardinals coaches did not appear too concerned about the injury to Kenyan Drake, and early reports indicate he should be fine.

With Dan Quinn now out, we will see if Atlanta’s offense changes at all, but Ryan has just been bad this season.

Decent mechanics most of the time, but will lose footing and will open up his hips at times, which causes the ball to deliver incorrectly. Herbert showed exactly why the Chargers named him their starter going forward, flashing a combination of athleticism and playmaking in the passing game. He immediately came up hobbled after a run, limping right to the locker room.

Fantasy Trade Analyzer: Who should I trade for in fantasy football? Sometimes it seemed like Herbert's accuracy disappeared out of nowhere, eliciting some of the same concerns Josh Allen brought out of college.

Should Justin Herbert be the starting quarterback of the Los Angeles Chargers?

Due to the Browns’ desire to pound the football on the ground, Johnson should probably be your top waiver wide add of the week. Head coach Kevin Stefanski announced that Chubb is being placed on injured reserve with an MCL injury.

Very athletic at his size.

With those worries being put to bed, let’s focus on Brady’s pass-catchers. Is often getting the ball out too late or not at all.

Stud: Ryan Fitzpatrick (366 total yards, 3 TDs, 27.6 fantasy points). If you want excitement and a high ceiling, then Herbert has the ability to win you the week in a potentially high-scoring game.

Former sixth-round pick Travis Fulgham is balling out 10 catches152 yards1 TD(via @NFL)pic.twitter.com/9gC1KaR0AU, Preston Williams (4 catches, 106 yards, 1 TD, 20.6 fantasy points). However, it was Bridgewater’s rushing that really boosted his fantasy day. He has just one game of more than 45 yards this season. We offer weekly, rest of season, and full season projections. But Herbert threw single-digit interceptions in all four of his college seasons, so it's not like he was just giving the ball to the other team. QB Justin Herbert, Los Angeles Chargers– Herbert made his third consecutive start on Sunday, and while his streak of 300+ passing yards came …

Even if Lock doesn’t return, Patrick makes for an intriguing add and stash. Justin Herbert puts up 300-yard game in loss to Panthers. Fantasy football Week 4 players to add: Justin Jefferson, Tee Higgins September 29, 2020 at 1:01 p.m.

Without Julio Jones not on the field, Matt Ryan is just not a productive fantasy quarterback. QB Justin Herbert, Los Angeles Chargers– Herbert made his third consecutive start on Sunday, and while his streak of 300+ passing yards came to an end, the rookie quarterback still put together an impressive outing.

Herbert completed 20 of 34 passes for 264 yards and four touchdowns in Monday night's 30-27 overtime loss to the Saints. Better days will be ahead. When pressured, he'll try to force the ball out instead of just eating the sack. Shenault caught five passes against the Bengals on Sunday, totaling 86 receiving yards and adding one rush for five yards. He visited the medical tent but returned for the next possession. Herbert looked poised throughout most of the contest, and he rebounded from an erratic first half to help the Chargers make a last ditch come-from-behind drive that could have been successful if Austin Ekeler hadn't botched a hook-and-ladder attempt that would have scored the game-winning touchdown. Fails to quickly progress through his reads. Used to excel throwing on the run and that ability dropped off as well.

On the one hand, the investment made it obvious that he’s the QB of the future and his physical tools are tantalizing.

RBs Joshua Kelley and Justin Jackson– As mentioned in the intro, Austin Ekeler went down with a hyperextended knee and a hamstring injury in Week 4. Tends to panic if his first or second read isn't there and he'll tuck the ball and look to bail. He chipped in three catches for 40 yards, the 13 touches marking for a season-low. A true project to reach his potential and what he was playing like in 2018 (Watch Stanford game), but has a very low floor. Until then, expect Taylor to run a steady offense for the Chargers. According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, Eifert is not expected to miss time going forward. You can follow him @AndySGallagher on Twitter. #Chargers Film Room

With Prescott also done for the year, expect a drop in Cooper’s production going forward. Schultz could be this season’s breakout tight end, as Prescott and the Cowboys’ aerial attack seems to be firing on all cylinders while the defense is averaging 36.5 points allowed per game.

He followed it up with a middling performance in Week 3 before announcing himself to the world in style during a Week 4 duel with Tom Brady. Waiver Wire: Travis Fulgham (10 catches, 152 yards, 1 TD, 31.2 fantasy points). He’s the QB10 in average points this season and has the strong arm and athletic upside that can be a fantasy goldmine when it all comes together. The No. Chase Edmonds (92 total yards, 1 TD, 20.2 fantasy points). Even though the New Orleans Saints try to make that exchange downfield, Herbert still is able to hit the post route. Teddy Bridgewater (316 total yards, 2 TDs, 20.82 fantasy points). Herbert’s athleticism allows him to avoid pressure, extend plays, and pick up yards with his legs. #PostPulpit Mailbag: Is it Le’Veon Bell time in New England? Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019.

Herbert was briefly forced from the game after taking a shot to the ribs, per Daniel Popper of The Athletic, but the rookie avoided a serious injury and promptly came back in.

Justin Herbert faces a New Orleans Saints defense in Week 5, which hasn’t been up to the standards of the season before. Edmonds has been one of the most valuable handcuff running backs all season, so chances are he’s already sitting on someone’s bench. Justin Herbert impressed in his debut against the Kansas City Chiefs, nearly leading the Chargers to an upset victory over the reigning Super Bowl champs. Andy Gallagher is a writer for PFN. Herbert was a more divisive player in college than Tagovailoa ever was.