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 RB Rhamondre Stevenson.
Is Rhamondre Stevenson Playing in Week 5?
Stevenson 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 Rhamondre Stevenson in Week 5?
Mike Vrabel pretty clearly doesn’t care about us fantasy managers.
Even after a game with two lost fumbles that came on the heels of a preseason lost fumble that came on the heels of a season with ball security issues, Rhamondre Stevenson was used as the RB1 in New England.
Drake Maye’s versatility eliminates all RBs from fantasy lineup consideration if they aren’t heavily featured, and I fear that is the direction we are headed. Stevenson, as “the guy,” has yet to reach a dozen carries in a game this year.
Whether you want to rank it Stevenson-Henderson or Henderson-Stevenson, I’m not sure it matters. Personally, I prefer Henderson based on projected game script, but neither is a top 25 play for me this week, and I expect that to be the case moving forward.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Stevenson’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 5
Stevenson is projected to score 12.1 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Stevenson to rush for 54 yards and 0.4 rushing touchdowns, while adding 3 receptions for 16 receiving 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: Patriots at Bills
The forecast for kickoff is 69 degrees Fahrenheit with 7 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
