The Denver Broncos (3-2) will visit the New York Jets (0-5) in Week 6. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding RB J.K. Dobbins.
Is J.K. Dobbins Playing in Week 6?
Dobbins is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Broncos’ 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 J.K. Dobbins in Week 6?
I reserve the right to worry about any long-term investment in J.K. Dobbins due to the resume he’s laid out, but there is no denying that he’s been great through five weeks and is deserving to be locked into lineups.
This season, his gain rate is up from 77.4% to an elite 85.7% (eighth best among qualified RBs), and 18.2% of his carries have picked up at least 10 yards, a rate that tops Bijan Robinson and Jonathan Taylor.
His value obviously isn’t at the level of those two, but he’s running as hard as anyone, and the Broncos are rewarding him. Even after a week where RJ Harvey showed well for himself, Sean Payton decided to give Dobbins five carries for every one he let the rookie have, and it helped fuel a 21-17 win over the reigning Super Bowl champions.
If he can make it to the Week 12 bye in one piece, I see no reason why he can’t finish the season and prove himself to be one of the better values this draft season.
Even if you’re skeptical about his ability to stay on the field, he’s got the Giants and Cowboys to round out October after this week. Selling high on Dobbins is a fine idea; I’d just wait another two weeks to pull the trigger and make your competition pay even more of a premium.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Dobbins’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 6
Dobbins is projected to score 13.4 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Dobbins to rush for 57 yards and 0.7 rushing touchdowns, while adding 2 receptions for 12 receiving yards.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 6 Weather Impact: Broncos at Jets
The forecast for kickoff is 56 degrees Fahrenheit with 4 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
