The New England Patriots (2-2) will visit the Buffalo Bills (4-0) 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 QB Drake Maye.
Is Drake Maye Playing in Week 5?
Maye is not on the injury report and is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Patriots’ 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 Drake Maye in Week 5?
Drake Maye has now finished three straight weeks as a top 10 QB, through multiple TD passes in each of those contests and unlocking different parts of his game in each instance.
Week 2 at MIA: 10 rush attempts, TD
Week 3 vs. PIT: 11-of-14 with a TD pass against the blitz
Week 4 vs. CAR: 11.9 yards per pass with a Stefon Diggs revival
The Patriots are leaning into his versatility much more this season than last, and that opens up a world of possibilities.
Is he a Tier 2 QB already?
Does he sit at the top of Tier 2?
We saw him throw for 261 yards and two scores while running for 30 yards against these Bills last season in his lone full contest against the divisional rival. Maye is no longer a matchup play; he’s a must-play in all formats with his spot in the top 10 safe.
He’s my QB7 this week in a game that could require him to be overly aggressive to keep up.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Maye’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 5
Maye is projected to score 20.7 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Maye to throw for 242 yards and 1.6 passing touchdowns with 1.1 interceptions. Maye could also add 45 rushing yards and 0.2 rushing touchdowns on the ground.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 5 Weather Impact: Patriots at Bills
The forecast for kickoff is 69 degrees Fahrenheit with 7 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
