Who Should I Start? Theo Johnson or Drake Maye

Saturday, October 4, 2:21 AM

New York Giants tight end Theo Johnson is a waiver-wire candidate with upside for his Week 5 matchup in New Orleans. The rookie is already heavily involved with a 74.9% snap share and has quickly built a rapport with quarterback Jaxson Dart, catching Dart's first career touchdown pass in last week's win. With the season-ending injury to top receiver Malik Nabers, Johnson's target share is set to increase, particularly as a safety blanket for his rookie quarterback. He faces a Saints defense that presents an excellent opportunity, as they have allowed the second-most passing touchdowns in the league (9) and rank 30th in the NFL in red zone defense.

Saturday, October 4, 9:29 AM

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye has been playing some of the best football of his young career and should be deployed as a mid-range QB1 in most leagues during Week 5. He takes on the Buffalo Bills this week, and while that's a tougher matchup, it should at least lead to some garbage-time opportunities, if not steady, consistent production in a potentially close game. The Bills have actually been relatively soft this year, allowing the most rushing touchdowns and 13th-most fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks, as well as just one interception. That bodes well for Maye, who is the overall QB4 so far while contributing 988 passing yards, 98 rushing yards, nine total touchdowns, and two interceptions. Maye should be started in most fantasy leagues this week given his extreme success and relatively favorable matchup.