Dave Richard Releases Week 5 PPR Cheat Sheet With 1-10 Start Confidence Scores
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Updated · CBS Sports · Oct 8
Dave Richard Releases Week 5 PPR Cheat Sheet With 1-10 Start Confidence Scores
3 articles · Updated · CBS Sports · Oct 8
Summary
Week 5 lineup calls got a new decision tool as Dave Richard published PPR confidence scores for every relevant fantasy option, rating starts on a 1-10 scale rather than projecting raw points.
The cheat sheet is aimed at managers weighing injuries, waiver-wire risers and matchup swings, with Richard saying any player omitted from the list should not be started.
Top Week 5 endorsements include Jahmyr Gibbs at 10.0, Jaxon Smith-Njigba at 9.8, Bijan Robinson at 9.7 and Puka Nacua at 9.5, while quarterbacks Josh Allen and Matthew Stafford lead at 9.2 and 9.1.
Notable caution flags include Jalen Hurts at 4.2, Justin Herbert at 4.3 and several low-rated fringe options, underscoring how matchup context is driving tougher-than-usual start-sit decisions four weeks into the season.
Managers checking late-week changes are directed to CBS Sports' Sunday rankings for real-time updates, with the cheat sheet serving as the broader Week 5 planning guide.