Week 5 Fantasy Football standouts: Week 6 early waiver wire adds

Key Points:

• Week 5 of the Fantasy Football season saw a surge in touchdowns, highlighting several players who have increased in value and should be considered must-starts and potential playoff assets going into Week 6.
• Drake Maye (QB, Patriots) delivered an outstanding performance with 374 passing yards, four passing touchdowns, and a rushing touchdown, proving his resilience despite offensive line injuries.
• Mike Evans (WR, 49ers) played through two broken ribs to post 113 yards, a touchdown, and double-digit targets, showing he is a key offensive weapon for the 49ers.
• Isaiah Likely (TE, Giants) emerged as a top-six tight end with 11 receptions on 13 targets, 94 yards, and two touchdowns, solidifying his status as a weekly must-start.
• Christian Watson (WR, Packers) demonstrated his versatility and vertical threat ability with 143 yards and two touchdowns on eight targets, making him a breakout top-10 wide receiver for 2026.
• Early Week 6 waiver wire targets include Demario Douglas and Kyle Williams (WRs, Patriots), Darius Cooper (WR, Eagles), and Samaje Perine (RB, Bengals), all showing promising roles and production to bolster fantasy rosters.