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 RB Jahmyr Gibbs.
Is Jahmyr Gibbs Playing in Week 5?
Gibbs 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 Jahmyr Gibbs in Week 5?
Jahmyr Gibbs has averaged north of 6.0 yards per carry or caught five passes in all four games this season. Other than that, he’s been ordinary.
Detroit’s lead back is in the mix for top scorer at the position this season and hasn’t experienced any dip in usage resulting from the coordinator change. The fact that he doesn’t have a 100-yard rushing game or a 10-yard reception is about as fluky as it gets: what do you say we check both of those boxes on Sunday?
The Bengals struggle to stop everyone, and everyone struggles to stop Gibbs. It’s hard to see this going well for the home team on short rest.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Gibbs’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 5
Gibbs is projected to score 19.2 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Gibbs to rush for 74 yards and 0.8 rushing touchdowns, while adding 3 receptions for 26 receiving yards and 0.2 receiving touchdowns.
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.
