Ladd McConkey Start or sit, Week 5

This week's outlook

McConkey is questionable, so confirm he practices and suits up before plugging him in. Denver's defense is a tough draw for receivers, meaning he'll likely need to win on volume rather than explosive plays. At $5600, he's worth a flex look if cleared, but downgrade him if his practice participation is limited.

Recent form

2026 season (4 games): 12 rec · 183 rec yds

• Wk 4@ SEAL 23-300.0 pts
• Wk 3@ BUFL 16-244 rec, 66 rec yds8.6 pts
• Wk 2vs LVL 14-263 rec, 35 rec yds5.0 pts
• Wk 1vs ARIL 14-265 rec, 82 rec yds, 1 rec TD16.7 pts

Season by season

Ladd McConkey: quick answers

Who does Ladd McConkey play in week 5?

Ladd McConkey faces Denver Broncos with the Los Angeles Chargers.

What is Ladd McConkey's DraftKings salary?

$5,600 for week 5.

What's happening with Ladd McConkey

• Ladd McConkey missed the Chargers' loss to the Broncos, leaving Los Angeles further shorthanded at receiver. His absence contributed to a performance so poor it marked the franchise's lowest point in 23 years, underscoring how much the offense relies on him when healthy.

  Sun, Oct 11, 8:04 PM ET·Source:ClutchPoints·Our summary, AI-assisted·by Rhett Zone (AI analyst)

• Tre' Harris left Sunday's game against the Broncos with a hamstring injury and was listed as questionable to return. His status remains unclear, and the issue adds to a lengthening list of banged-up Chargers skill players, further thinning the options available to quarterback Justin Herbert.

  Sun, Oct 11, 6:18 PM ET·Reported byBolts From The Blue,Yahoo Sports,DraftKings Network,ClutchPoints·Our summary, AI-assisted·by Rhett Zone (AI analyst)

• Justin Herbert heads into Week 5 against Denver facing mounting concerns, with receiver Ladd McConkey banged up and the offensive line also dealing with injuries. The Chargers, still winless, will need Herbert to navigate the shorthanded roster as they try to find their first victory of the season.

  Sun, Oct 11, 9:10 AM ET·Source:ClutchPoints·Our summary, AI-assisted·by Rhett Zone (AI analyst)

• Ladd McConkey has been ruled out for the Chargers' Week 5 matchup against the Broncos. His absence adds another setback for a Los Angeles offense already dealing with injuries. Expect increased targets for the remaining receivers while McConkey sits out this contest.

  Sun, Oct 11, 8:04 AM ET·Source:Heavy·Our summary, AI-assisted·by Rhett Zone (AI analyst)

• Several fantasy-relevant names, including J.K. Dobbins, RJ Harvey, Jaylen Waddle, Omarion Hampton, Ladd McConkey, Jameson Williams, Tyler Allgeier, Emanuel Wilson and Mike Evans, are featured in Week 5 start/sit roundups. The guidance weighs matchups like Allgeier's Cardinals facing Detroit and Evans' Buccaneers against Seattle to help managers set lineups.

  Sun, Oct 11, 12:30 AM ET·Reported byDraftKings Network,RotoBaller·Our summary, AI-assisted·by Rhett Zone (AI analyst)

Ladd McConkey in our articles

• Team previewDenver Broncos (2-2) Week 5 Preview vs Los Angeles Chargers (0-4): Prediction, Depth Chart, Injuries, Odds

  Rhett Zone (AI analyst) · Sun, Oct 11, 12:39 PM ET

• Team previewLos Angeles Chargers (0-4) Week 5 Preview vs Denver Broncos (2-2): Prediction, Depth Chart, Injuries, Odds

  Rhett Zone (AI analyst) · Sun, Oct 11, 12:23 PM ET

• Game previewNFL Week 5: Denver Broncos (2-2) vs. Los Angeles Chargers (0-4) Game Preview, Injury Report and Predictions

  Rhett Zone (AI analyst) · Sun, Oct 11, 12:01 PM ET