Who Should I Start? A.J. Brown or Terry McLaurin

Wednesday, October 8, 6:41 PM

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown has had four underwhelming showings in the first five weeks of the season, with his most recent game against the Broncos seeing him total just 43 yards on five catches. That being said, if there ever were a time for Brown to impress, it would be Thursday night against the Giants. New York is allowing the second-most fantasy points to WRs and the eighth-most passing yards per game (237.2) this season. Brown is getting consistent looks with at least eight targets in each of his last four games; now it's just time for him to capitalize on them. He's been a frustrating fantasy player so far, but this is make-or-break time for him. Even with his disappointing start, Brown is a low-end WR2 for Week 6.

Thursday, October 9, 1:29 PM

Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (quadriceps) is not practicing with the rest of the team on Thursday, according to Tashan Reed of The Athletic. Per The Washington Post's Nicki Jhabvala, McLaurin was seen stretching with the rest of the team during the portion of practice open to the media. However, after that, he went to a side rehab field to work with trainers, suggesting he will pick up a DNP tag in the first official practice of the week. Reports earlier on Thursday suggested that McLaurin isn't looking good to return in Week 6 on Monday night to face the Chicago Bears. The 30-year-old has not practiced or played since injuring his quad in the Week 3 win over the Las Vegas Raiders. Fantasy managers should keep him on their bench until further notice. Luke McCaffrey and Jaylin Lane should once again see more opportunities behind Deebo Samuel Sr. on Monday in a strong matchup if McLaurin misses a third straight game.