Fantasy Focus Football

Week 5 Start/Sit: Is it time to move on from A.J. Brown🤔? Is Drake Maye a Lineup LOCK🔒!?

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Oct 2, 2025
Joining the discussion is Jamey Eisenberg, CBS Sports senior fantasy writer and analyst, known for his keen insights into fantasy football. The conversation dives into whether it's time to move on from A.J. Brown amidst troubling trends and how Drake Maye might be a lineup lock this week. Eisenberg engages in a rapid-fire Start/Bench/Cut, offering strategic advice for desperate managers. He also suggests trading superstars for multiple solid contributors to rescue a faltering team. Tune in for crucial roster tactics!
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INSIGHT

Drake Maye Emerging As Dual-Threat QB

  • Drake Maye pairs elite accuracy with rushing upside, creating a rare dual-threat QB profile this season.
  • He ranks among fantasy's top QBs and benefits from favorable matchups to reach fantasy points even in losses.
INSIGHT

A.J. Brown's Boom-Or-Bust Reality

  • A.J. Brown's talent is undeniable but his recent usage and chemistry with Jalen Hurts has been inconsistent.
  • Tough matchups and conservative Philly game plans can produce frequent boom-or-bust weeks for Brown.
ADVICE

Pause The Charbonnet 1A Narrative

  • Avoid assuming Zach Charbonnet will supplant Kenneth Walker without an injury-driven change.
  • Rank Walker higher and treat Charbonnet as a touchdown-dependent backup unless Walker gets hurt.
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