Fantasy Football Flex Rankings for Week 5: Top 100 Flex Plays

Week 5 Flex Rankings at a Glance

1. Jahmyr Gibbs, DET
2. Jonathan Taylor, IND
3. Bijan Robinson, ATL
4. Jaxon Smith-Njigba, SEA
5. Christian McCaffrey, SF

Fantasy football FLEX rankings can make the difference between a win and a loss, especially when managers are deciding between running backs, wide receivers and tight ends with similar projections.

Injuries, changing workloads and matchup strength all play a major role in determining the best players to start. Below are our fantasy football FLEX rankings for Week 5 — featuring the top RBs, WRs and TEs — to help with your toughest start/sit decisions.

Rankings compiled via our fantasy football projections. Injuries can — and will — impact these rankings. Stay up to date with injury news on our NFL player news page.

Fantasy Football Flex Rankings for Week 5

Rankings pulled from our half-PPR fantasy football RB projections, which may have updated since this article was published.

1. Jahmyr Gibbs, DET (@ ARI)
2. Jonathan Taylor, IND (@ PIT)
3. Bijan Robinson, ATL (vs. BAL)
4. Jaxon Smith-Njigba, SEA (vs. SF)
5. Christian McCaffrey, SF (@ SEA)
6. Puka Nacua, LA (vs. BUF)
7. Derrick Henry, BAL (@ ATL)
8. Jaylen Warren, PIT (vs. IND)
9. Kyren Williams, LA (vs. BUF)
10. CeeDee Lamb, DAL (vs. TB)
11. Amon-Ra St. Brown, DET (@ ARI)
12. James Cook, BUF (@ LA)
13. Drake London, ATL (vs. BAL)
14. David Montgomery, HOU (@ TEN)
15. Javonte Williams, DAL (vs. TB)
16. Braelon Allen, NYJ (vs. CLE)
17. Chase Brown, CIN (@ MIA)
18. Aaron Jones, MIN (@ NO)
19. Quinshon Judkins, CLE (@ NYJ)
20. Nico Collins, HOU (@ TEN)
21. Chris Olave, NO (vs. MIN)
22. Ashton Jeanty, LV (@ NE)
23. Bucky Irving, TB (@ DAL)
24. Cam Skattebo, NYG (@ WSH)
25. Jeremiyah Love, ARI (vs. DET)
26. George Kittle, SF (@ SEA)
27. Bhayshul Tuten, JAC (vs. PHI)
28. Ja'Marr Chase, CIN (@ MIA)
29. Davante Adams, LA (vs. BUF)
30. Trey McBride, ARI (vs. DET)
31. Brock Bowers, LV (@ NE)
32. Tee Higgins, CIN (@ MIA)
33. Garrett Wilson, NYJ (vs. CLE)
34. Justin Jefferson, MIN (@ NO)
35. Parker Washington, JAC (vs. PHI)
36. Jacory Croskey-Merritt, WSH (vs. NYG)
37. J.K. Dobbins, DEN (@ LAC)
38. Emanuel Wilson, SEA (vs. SF)
39. Tony Pollard, TEN (vs. HOU)
40. Zay Flowers, BAL (@ ATL)
41. Rhamondre Stevenson, NE (vs. LV)
42. Christian Watson, GB (vs. CHI)
43. Mike Evans, SF (@ SEA)
44. Michael Wilson, ARI (vs. DET)
45. George Pickens, DAL (vs. TB)
46. Tucker Kraft, GB (vs. CHI)
47. Kyle Monangai, CHI (@ GB)
48. Alvin Kamara, NO (vs. MIN)
49. D'Andre Swift, CHI (@ GB)
50. Romeo Doubs, NE (vs. LV)
51. Josh Downs, IND (@ PIT)
52. D.K. Metcalf, PIT (vs. IND)
53. Tyler Warren, IND (@ PIT)
54. D.J. Moore, BUF (@ LA)
55. Matthew Golden, GB (vs. CHI)
56. Sam LaPorta, DET (@ ARI)
57. Jaylen Waddle, DEN (@ LAC)
58. Hunter Henry, NE (vs. LV)
59. Deebo Samuel, SF (@ SEA)
60. Dalton Kincaid, BUF (@ LA)
61. Khalil Shakir, BUF (@ LA)
62. Keaton Mitchell, LAC (vs. DEN)
63. Saquon Barkley, PHI (@ JAC)
64. TreVeyon Henderson, NE (vs. LV)
65. RJ Harvey, DEN (@ LAC)
66. Kenyon Sadiq, NYJ (vs. CLE)
67. Luther Burden III, CHI (@ GB)
68. Malik Nabers, NYG (@ WSH)
69. Makai Lemon, PHI (@ JAC)
70. Jameson Williams, DET (@ ARI)
71. KC Concepcion, CLE (@ NYJ)
72. Tre Harris, LAC (vs. DEN)
73. Juwan Johnson, NO (vs. MIN)
74. Dontayvion Wicks, PHI (@ JAC)
75. Isaiah Likely, NYG (@ WSH)
76. Carnell Tate, TEN (vs. HOU)
77. Malik Washington, MIA (vs. CIN)
78. MarShawn Lloyd, GB (vs. CHI)
79. Jordan Addison, MIN (@ NO)
80. Colston Loveland, CHI (@ GB)
81. Tyler Allgeier, ARI (vs. DET)
82. Jakobi Meyers, JAC (vs. PHI)
83. Chris Godwin, TB (@ DAL)
84. Brenton Strange, JAC (vs. PHI)
85. Emeka Egbuka, TB (@ DAL)
86. Denzel Boston, CLE (@ NYJ)
87. Devaughn Vele, NO (vs. MIN)
88. Mack Hollins, NE (vs. LV)
89. Darius Cooper, PHI (@ JAC)
90. Harold Fannin Jr., CLE (@ NYJ)
91. Mark Andrews, BAL (@ ATL)
92. Oronde Gadsden, LAC (vs. DEN)
93. Roman Wilson, PIT (vs. IND)
94. Omarion Hampton, LAC (vs. DEN)
95. Woody Marks, HOU (@ TEN)
96. Courtland Sutton, DEN (@ LAC)
97. Ryan Flournoy, DAL (vs. TB)
98. Quentin Johnston, LAC (vs. DEN)
99. Ollie Gordon II, MIA (vs. CIN)
100. Tre Tucker, LV (@ NE)

Fantasy Football Running Back Rankings FAQ

What factors go into weekly fantasy football running back rankings?

Weekly rankings should account for projected workload, carries, targets, red-zone opportunities, matchup quality, injuries, and changes to a player's role. Recent usage can be especially important when evaluating running backs during the season.

How important are matchups for fantasy football running backs?

Matchups matter, but volume is usually more important. A running back with a secure workload can still be a strong fantasy option in a difficult matchup, while a favorable matchup may not help much if a player isn't receiving enough touches.

Should I start a running back ranked higher even if he has been struggling?

Not necessarily. Rankings are a useful guide, but fantasy managers should also consider recent workload, injuries, and their other lineup options. A player's role can sometimes be more predictive than his recent fantasy-point totals.

How does PPR scoring affect running back rankings?

PPR scoring increases the value of running backs who are heavily involved as receivers. Backs who consistently earn targets and catches can maintain strong fantasy floors even when their rushing production is limited.

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