The Minnesota Vikings (2-2) will visit the Cleveland Browns (1-3) in Week 5. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding WR Adam Thielen.
Is Adam Thielen Playing in Week 5?
Thielen is not on the injury report and is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Vikings’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Thielen in Week 5?
As expected, Adam Thielen was an afterthought on Sunday in Ireland with Jordan Addison back.
What surprised me was Jalen Nailor getting his fair share of valuable snaps/routes/targets. I’m very skeptical that this offense can sustain three pass catchers, never mind four, and that makes Thielen unrosterable in all formats.
The Nailor usage rules out any hope for Thielen truthers. It feels like we are multiple injuries away from a role that would give the veteran any hope, and that’s assuming that this franchise gets above-average QB play, another thing that is far from guaranteed.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Thielen’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 5
Thielen is projected to score 7.2 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Thielen to have 3 receptions for 30 yards and 0.3 touchdowns. Thielen could also add 0 rushing yards.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 5 Weather Impact: Vikings at Browns
The forecast for kickoff is 60°F with 12 mph winds. Precipitation could lead to turnovers and affect the passing game.