FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast Jake Ciely’s Top 5 Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Targets For Week 5 (Ep. 1739)
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Sep 29, 2025 Discover the rising stars of fantasy football as the hosts dive into top waiver wire targets for Week 5. Woody Marks is making waves in Houston, potentially leaving Nick Chubb in the dust. Darius Slayton's value spikes after an injury to teammate Malik Nabers, making him a worthy streaming option. Kenneth Gainwell's strong performance raises questions about his viability, especially with Jaylen Warren's return. Plus, keep an eye on Jackson Dart and Isaiah Bond as potential game-changers. Don't miss out on these insights!
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Woody Marks Emerging As Real Workhorse
- Woody Marks is taking meaningful snaps and looks like an emerging lead back in Houston without an injury forcing it.
- His explosiveness and fresh legs make him a near top-20 RB with clear upside behind Trey Benson.
Use Slayton As A Short-Term Volume Patch
- Pick up Darius Slayton as a short-term WR4 flex play after Malik Nabers' ACL injury.
- Use him for a week or two to cover bye weeks or shallow needs and drop if volume doesn't materialize.
Host's 'Curse' Joke After Nabers Injury
- Jake Ciely joked that his social-media 'curse' extends to Malik Nabers' injury after his mom texted him about the Giants.
- He used the moment to humorously warn listeners that picking up Darius Slayton could come with similar fleeting frustration.