Top Waiver Wire Pickups Week 5

Quarterbacks

Daniel Jones, New York Giants: Jones has been a pleasant surprise this season, throwing for over 200 yards in each of his first four games. He also has five rushing touchdowns, which is tied for the most among quarterbacks. The Giants have a favorable matchup in Week 5 against the Green Bay Packers, who have allowed the most passing yards in the NFL this season.

Geno Smith, Seattle Seahawks: Smith has been one of the most efficient quarterbacks in the NFL this season, completing over 70% of his passes. He also has eight touchdowns and just one interception. The Seahawks have a tough matchup in Week 5 against the New Orleans Saints, but Smith is still a good option for those looking for a streaming quarterback.

Running Backs

Khalil Herbert, Chicago Bears: Herbert has emerged as the Bears' lead running back in recent weeks, averaging over 100 yards from scrimmage in his last two games. He has also scored two touchdowns in that span. The Bears have a favorable matchup in Week 5 against the Minnesota Vikings, who have allowed the most rushing yards in the NFL this season.

Jeff Wilson Jr., San Francisco 49ers: Wilson has been a solid fill-in for Elijah Mitchell, who is expected to miss multiple weeks with a knee injury. Wilson has averaged over 50 yards from scrimmage in his last two games and has scored two touchdowns. The 49ers have a tough matchup in Week 5 against the Carolina Panthers, but Wilson is still a good option for those looking for a running back with upside.

Wide Receivers

Romeo Doubs, Green Bay Packers: Doubs has emerged as the Packers' top wide receiver in recent weeks, averaging over 100 receiving yards in his last two games. He has also scored two touchdowns in that span. The Packers have a favorable matchup in Week 5 against the New York Giants, who have allowed the most passing yards in the NFL this season.

Christian Watson, Green Bay Packers: Watson is a rookie wide receiver who has shown flashes of brilliance this season. He has three touchdowns in his last two games and is averaging over 15 yards per catch. The Packers have a favorable matchup in Week 5 against the New York Giants, who have allowed the most passing yards in the NFL this season.

Tight Ends

David Njoku, Cleveland Browns: Njoku has been one of the most consistent tight ends in the NFL this season, averaging over five catches and 50 receiving yards per game. He also has three touchdowns in four games. The Browns have a tough matchup in Week 5 against the Los Angeles Chargers, but Njoku is still a good option for those looking for a tight end with a high floor.

Gerald Everett, Los Angeles Chargers: Everett has been a solid contributor for the Chargers this season, averaging over four catches and 40 receiving yards per game. He also has two touchdowns in four games. The Chargers have a tough matchup in Week 5 against the Cleveland Browns, but Everett is still a good option for those looking for a tight end with upside.