The Cleveland Browns (1-3) will host the Minnesota Vikings (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 Quinshon Judkins.
Is Quinshon Judkins Playing in Week 5?
Judkins is not on the injury report and is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Browns’ 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 Judkins in Week 5?
Judkins ranks seventh at the position in gain rate (87.8%) and second in yards per carry after first contact. He’s already one of the hardest running backs in the sport, and it would seem that the Browns finally opened their eyes to that last week.
After messing around with a few Joe Flacco attempts, Cleveland called Judkins’ number on the doorstep in Detroit, and he paid it off. We saw some glimpses of creativity after that, including a play-action screen pass where he was the focal point for the entire play and picked up 16 yards in the process.
The Browns haven’t scored more than 17 points in a game with Judkins this season, and that’s going to continue to be a limiting factor, but the versatile skill set and unquestioned role give him a top 20 floor in any given week with the potential for more.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Judkins’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 5
Judkins is projected to score 15.5 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Judkins to rush for 69 yards and 0.9 rushing touchdowns, while adding 1 reception for 10 receiving yards and 0.1 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: Vikings at Browns
The forecast for kickoff is 60°F with 12 mph winds. Precipitation could lead to turnovers and affect the passing game.
