The Detroit Lions (3-1) will visit the Cincinnati Bengals (2-2) 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 Amon-Ra St. Brown.
Is Amon-Ra St. Brown Playing in Week 5?
Brown is not on the injury report and is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Lions’ 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 Amon-Ra St. Brown in Week 5?
If it wasn’t for Puka Nacua, the praise for Amon-Ra St. Brown would be through the roof.
He scored “only” 11 touchdowns on 196 receptions through his first two seasons, but he’s more than corrected that since and leads the position in TD receptions with 28 since.
His role hasn’t flinched this season from last, something that was mentioned as a concern with the departure of Ben Johnson. In fact, with him earning a look on 47.6% of his red zone routes this season (2021: 33%), I’d argue that he’s leveled up.
St. Brown is a Tier 1 receiver and is a real threat to lead the position in scoring the rest of the way. He’s a difference-maker this year, a first-round pick next season, and a dynasty building block at the most important position.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Brown’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 5
Brown is projected to score 22.3 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Brown to have 8 receptions for 95 yards and 0.6 touchdowns. Brown could also add 4 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: Lions at Bengals
The forecast for kickoff is 91 degrees Fahrenheit with 2 mph winds. Hot conditions may lead to fatigue in the second half.
