10 Fantasy Football Takeaways from Week 5: Texans trade for Marvin Harrison Jr.

Key Points:

• The Cincinnati Bengals initially increased their under-center play rate in 2026, which hurt their rushing efficiency and passing output, but then reverted to fewer under-center runs and a committee backfield approach, leading to improved passing performance from Joe Burrow.
• Marvin Harrison Jr.'s production and efficiency have declined over his first three NFL seasons, making him a risky fantasy option despite the Texans trading significant assets to acquire him; historically, receivers with similar early struggles rarely develop into top producers.
• Drake Maye has shown a remarkable turnaround in recent weeks, significantly reducing negative plays and improving his clean-pocket performance, though his high pressure rate suggests inconsistency may continue.
• Jameis Winston has been performing well recently for the Giants, posting strong EPA per play and completion percentage over expected, with clear target distribution benefiting fantasy managers.
• The Eagles' screen game is historically poor, ranking last in EPA per game and yards after catch on screens since 2010, severely impacting their offensive efficiency and contributing to their struggles this season.