Who Should I Start? Diontae Johnson or Jaxon Smith-Njigba


Week 5 Projections

Fant. Pts. Rush. Yds. Rush TD Rec. Rec. Yds. Rec TD
13.7 0.0 0.0 5.7 61.7 0.3

Diontae Johnson News

Diontae Johnson Cleared To Play In Week 5

Friday, October 4, 1:01 PM

As expected, Carolina Panthers wide receiver Diontae Johnson (ankle) was removed from the final Week 5 injury report on Friday after he put in a second straight limited practice. Johnson was given a DNP in the first practice of the week on Wednesday, but the Panthers all along expected him to play this Sunday against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. The 28-year-old needs to be locked into all starting fantasy lineups despite the tough matchup against Chicago's defense on the road. In two games since quarterback Andy Dalton took over for Bryce Young under center, Johnson has caught 15 of his 27 targets for 205 yards and two touchdowns. High volume should be expected yet again with Adam Thielen (hamstring) still on Injured Reserve.


Week 5 Projections

Fant. Pts. Rush. Yds. Rush TD Rec. Rec. Yds. Rec TD
13.3 0.0 0.0 6.0 54.6 0.3

Jaxon Smith-Njigba News

Jaxon Smith-Njigba A High-Risk High-Reward Player In Week 5

Friday, October 4, 1:26 PM

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba has been a two-faced player in 2024. He has two games with 12 or more targets with 13.1 fantasy points in each of those games. He also has two games with three or less targets with 6.9 or less fantasy points in each of those games. His inconsistency makes him difficult to trust but his talent is intriguing. The Seahawks have made it clear that they would like Smith-Njigba to touch the ball far more than he did in 2023. However, whether or not it is by design, the team has not been able to consistently scheme plays for Smith-Njigba. He has a chance to shine against a middle-of-the-road New York Giants defense in Week 5. He should be a flex-play with upside but do not be surprised if he delivers another dud performance.


Diontae Johnson vs. Jaxon Smith-Njigba

Still trying to decide between Johnson and Smith-Njigba? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Diontae Johnson is projected to score 13.7 points this week while Jaxon Smith-Njigba is projected to score 13.3 points.