Fantasy Football Week 5 Cheat Sheet: Deep Sleepers Who Could Emerge

Injuries have been a big part of the 2022 NFL season thus far, and we'll see several absences impact Thursday night's game between the Denver Broncos and Indianapolis Colts.

The Colts will be without star running back Jonathan Taylor (ankle), while Denver has placed running back Javonte Williams (ACL) on injured reserve.

In fantasy, key injuries often require a trip to the waiver wire. While many of this week's top pickups have already been claimed, some deep sleepers may still be available in your league.

Here, we'll dive into four potential wire targets that may be there for the taking and could be worth a last-minute flex play or a stash for future weeks. We'll also take one last look at the flex rankings for point-per-reception (PPR) scoring.

Week 5 Flex Cheat Sheet

Bills WR Stefon Diggs (Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 25: Stefon Diggs #14 of the Buffalo Bills looks on during the first half against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on September 25, 2022 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

1. Stefon Diggs, WR, Buffalo Bills

2. Cooper Kupp, WR, Los Angeles Rams

3. Saquon Barkley, RB, New York Giants

4. Justin Jefferson, WR, Minnesota Vikings

5. Davante Adams, WR, Las Vegas Raiders

6. Travis Kelce, TE, Kansas City Chiefs

7. Ja'Marr Chase, WR, Cincinnati Bengals

8. Austin Ekeler, RB, Los Angeles Chargers

9. Tyreek Hill, WR, Miami Dolphins

10. Nick Chubb, RB, Cleveland Browns

11. Derrick Henry, RB, Tennessee Titans

12. A.J. Brown, WR, Philadelphia Eagles

13. Christian McCaffrey, RB, Carolina Panthers

14. Mike Evans, WR, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

15. Mark Andrews, TE, Baltimore Ravens

16. Aaron Jones, RB, Green Bay Packers

17. Deebo Samuel, WR, San Francisco 49ers

18. Tee Higgins, WR, Cincinnati Bengals

19. CeeDee Lamb, WR, Dallas Cowboys

20. Leonard Fournette, RB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

21. Jaylen Waddle, WR, Miami Dolphins

22. Dalvin Cook, RB, Minnesota Vikings

23. Joe Mixon, RB, Cincinnati Bengals

24. Courtland Sutton, WR, Denver Broncos

25. Michael Pittman Jr., WR, Indianapolis Colts

26. Marquise Brown, WR, Arizona Cardinals

27. Mike Williams, WR, Los Angeles Chargers

28. Christian Kirk, WR, Jacksonville Jaguars

29. James Robinson, RB, Jacksonville Jaguars

30. DK Metcalf, WR, Seattle Seahawks

31. Jamaal Williams, RB, Detroit Lions

32. Chris Godwin, WR, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

33. Drake London, WR, Atlanta Falcons

34. Chris Olave, WR, New Orleans Saints

35. Brandin Cooks, WR, Houston Texans

36. Alvin Kamara, RB, New Orleans Saints

37. Josh Jacobs, RB, Las Vegas Raiders

38. Clyde Edwards-Helaire, RB, Kansas City Chiefs

39. Najee Harris, RB, Pittsburgh Steelers

40. Terry McLaurin, WR, Washington Commanders

Tyler Allgeier, RB, Atlanta Falcons

Tyler Allgeier (Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 02: Tyler Allgeier #25 of the Atlanta Falcons celebrates a first down against the Cleveland Browns during the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on October 02, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)

Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier has been a popular pickup this week, which isn't surprising. The rookie had 10 carries and one reception against the Cleveland Browns last week and finished with 104 yards.

The Falcons also placed starting running back Cordarrelle Patterson (knee) on injured reserve.

This could lead to a big breakout opportunity for Allgeier, even against a tough Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense. The Bucs have typically been stout against the run but were gashed for 189 yards on the ground by the Kansas City Chiefs last week.

If Allgeier can have a solid outing in Week 5, he could emerge as an even bigger piece of the offensive game plan moving forward. While plenty of managers have claimed him, he's still only rostered in 56 percent of Yahoo leagues and 37 percent of ESPN leagues.

Brian Robinson Jr., RB, Washington Commanders

Brian Robinson Jr. (Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

LANDOVER, MD - SEPTEMBER 25: Brian Robinson #8 of the Washington Commanders warms up before the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at FedExField on September 25, 2022 in Landover, Maryland. Robinson was shot twice in the leg during an attempted robbery on August 28, 2022. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

Washington Commanders rookie Brian Robinson Jr. may not make his debut this week against the Tennessee Titans. However, the preseason standout appears close to making his return after being shot multiple times during an armed robbery in late August.

Robinson was back at practice this week and, according to The Athletic's Peter Hailey, performed like a player who will contribute soon.

"While Robinson didn't want to fully commit to suiting up for his regular-season debut this Sunday versus the Titans, he called the practice a 'beautiful day' and sure sounded like a guy who's prepared to contribute on offense," Hailey wrote.

Now is a great time to scoop up Robinson, who is rostered in 60 percent of Yahoo leagues and only 40 percent of ESPN leagues. Robinson seemed poised to be Washington's starter during the preseason, and he should emerge as a regular contributor sooner than later.

Robinson probably isn't worth a start this week, but this may be your last chance to claim him.

Michael Gallup, WR, Dallas Cowboys

Michael Gallup (Cooper Neill/Getty Images)

ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 02: Michael Gallup #13 of the Dallas Cowboys catches a touchdown pass against the Washington Commanders at AT&T Stadium on October 2, 2022 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images)

Dallas Cowboys wideout Michael Gallup made his 2022 debut in Week 4 against the Commanders. While he didn't exactly go off against Washington, the 26-year-old's return from a torn ACL was successful.

Gallup had two catches for 24 yards and a touchdown while playing just 64 percent of the offensive snaps, according to Pro Football Reference.

Managers should expect Gallup to emerge with a bigger role in Week 5, as he continues to get more comfortable with playing and with quarterback Cooper Rush. They should expect better numbers as a result.

The Cowboys are going up against a Los Angeles Rams team that has struggled against the pass. L.A. ranks 20th in passing yards allowed and 21st in net yards per attempt surrendered.

Gallup is still available in 49 percent of Yahoo and ESPN leagues.

Zay Jones, WR, Jacksonville Jaguars

Zay Jones (Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 25: Zay Jones #7 of the Jacksonville Jaguars runs after a short pass during the first half of a game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium on September 25, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

Managers will want to watch the status of Jacksonville Jaguars wideout Zay Jones, who remains limited with an ankle injury and did not play in Week 4.

If Jones returns this week against the Houston Texans, however, he could emerge as a legitimate fantasy star. In Jones' last game, he caught 10 passes for 85 yards and a touchdown. He has 19 catches and 173 yards on the season.

The 27-year-old's stock is boosted by the improvement of second-year quarterback Trevor Lawrence. He also has an established role as the No. 2 target opposite Christian Kirk. Jamal Agnew filled that role in Week 4 and caught four passes for 50 yards and two touchdowns.

The Texans, who rank 18th in passing yards allowed, are a decent matchup for Jones, who is readily available in most leagues. He's rostered in only 26 percent of Yahoo leagues and 35 percent of ESPN leagues.

*Fantasy roster information via FantasyPros.