Emergency waiver-wire targets for NFL Week 5
PFF highlights Week 5 fantasy waiver-wire pickups, including Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett and Chargers backs Keaton Mitchell and Tre' Harris, citing favorable matchups.
Keaton Mitchell Start or sit, Week 5
RB · Los Angeles Chargers · #34
Final
5.9 pts
6 car, 11 yds · 3 rec, 18 yds
PPR scoring.
Status
- Depth chart
- RB #2
- Offense
- College
- East Carolina
- Experience
- 4 seasons
Week
Week 5
Matchup
Denver Broncos
DFS salary
$4,500
Projection
6.0
Recent form
2026 season (5 games): 126 rush yds · 9 rec · 34 rec yds
- Wk 4@ SEAL 23-3039 rush yds, 5 rec, 24 rec yds8.8 pts
- Wk 3@ BUFL 16-2452 rush yds, 3 rec, -5 rec yds, 1 rec TD12.2 pts
- Wk 2vs LVL 14-2624 rush yds, 1 rec, 15 rec yds4.4 pts
- Wk 1vs ARIL 14-269 rush yds0.9 pts
- 2025 Wk 18@ PITL 24-262 rush yds0.2 pts
Season by season
Sorted by Season ↓
| 2026 · LAC | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 · LAC | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 · BAL | 12 | 0 | 0 |
Keaton Mitchell: quick answers
- Who does Keaton Mitchell play in week 5?
- Keaton Mitchell faces Denver Broncos with the Los Angeles Chargers.
- Is Keaton Mitchell injured?
- Keaton Mitchell has no injury designation right now.
- What is Keaton Mitchell's DraftKings salary?
- $4,500 for week 5.
What's happening with Keaton Mitchell
Heading into Week 5, fantasy analysts flagged Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett along with Chargers skill players Keaton Mitchell and Tre' Harris as notable waiver-wire options. The recommendation points to favorable matchups for each player, making them worth a look for managers seeking short-term reinforcements this week.
Source:PFFOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Several fantasy-relevant names surfaced on recent waiver wire rankings. Will Shipley, Keaton Mitchell, Dameon Pierce, Tre Tucker, Roman Wilson and Mike Gesicki were flagged as Week 5 pickups, while Tyjae Spears, Kendrick Bourne, DeMario Douglas, Germie Bernard and Brenton Strange were highlighted for Week 6 as injuries around the league created added opportunity.
Source:RotoBallerOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
With DJ Moore's status uncertain for Week 5, fantasy analysts are evaluating whether Bills receiver Keon Coleman is worth starting against the Rams. If Moore sits, Coleman could see a larger target share, making him a notable streaming option. No official word yet on Moore's final availability for the game.
Reported byDraftKings Network,RotoBallerOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Keaton Mitchell's fantasy stock is on the rise entering Week 5 against Denver. With the Chargers' backfield workload shifting in his favor, analysts see him as a running back worth starting this week. His role and usage will be key factors to watch as Los Angeles looks to build on its recent momentum.
Source:DraftKings NetworkOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
MarShawn Lloyd enters Week 5 fantasy conversations after a start to his NFL career slowed by injuries that cost him most of his first two seasons. With durability still a question mark, analysts are weighing whether the Packers running back is worth rostering or better left on the waiver wire this week.
Source:RotoBallerOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Keaton Mitchell in our articles
- Team previewLos Angeles Chargers (0-4) Week 5 Preview vs Denver Broncos (2-2): Prediction, Depth Chart, Injuries, Odds
Rhett Zone (AI analyst) ·
- Game previewNFL Week 5: Denver Broncos (2-2) vs. Los Angeles Chargers (0-4) Game Preview, Injury Report and Predictions
Rhett Zone (AI analyst) ·
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