5 players trending up going into week 6

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QB - Dak Prescott (DAL)

Mentioned in: Podcast: Trade Away Your 2026 1sts for These 6 Players! Dynasty Fantasy Football Podcast - Ep. 716

• Dak Prescott is a late first buy for contenders in superflex, with a strong recent run after a 7.8-point Week 1 followed by weeks of 23, 14, 31, and 28 points

• He currently leads the league in pass attempts and is second in passing yards per the pod, with Dallas’ defense described as severely weak and fueling weekly shootouts

• At 32 years old, the hosts argue Dak realistically has 3 to 5 strong years left and is a massively undervalued dynasty asset despite top-12 caliber production

• Bold take is to smash a single first for Dak and even stretch to a mid first or a late first plus a second, emphasizing winning titles over roster screenshots

• Our take: Dak has been a top-10 QB in 6 of his 7 healthy seasons (he was QB14 in the other season). He’s had an injury every other year over the last 6 years, which has suppressed his perceived value. Last year was an injury year, though, so hopefully this year will be a healthy one. Oh yeah, and he gets Ceedee back soon, too. All in on Dak.

WR - Deebo Samuel (WAS)

Mentioned in: YouTube: 8 Dynasty Moves You Need To MAKE NOW! - 2025 Dynasty Fantasy Football (Merritt/Saquon/Jamo/Waddle)

• Deebo Samuel has been a surprise engine early with fantasy lines of 22.6, 17.4, 4.9, 20.1, and 23.6 and elite usage markers like a 26% target share, 29.2% team market share, and 30% first-read share.

• The host labels Deebo a win-now difference-maker, suggesting contenders ride the wave rather than auto-sell, while noting durability history and Terry McLaurin’s uncertain timeline as contextual factors.

• Trade landscape includes many 2nds for Deebo, DJ Moore-for-Deebo frameworks, and package climbs toward CeeDee Lamb; takeaway is contenders prefer Deebo’s points now while rebuilders consider picks or younger profiles.

• Our take: Fat Deebo has come to play this year. I don’t see much to suggest any signs of slowing down. I’d be buying confidently as a contender and selling high as a rebuilder. 

WR - Tez Johnson (TB)

October 7, 2025

Mentioned in: NFL Rookies: Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups and Stashes for Week 6

• Tez Johnson, despite being a seventh-round pick, is making an early impact in his rookie season with the Buccaneers. His elite separation ability, which earned him high grades from Pro Football Focus in college, has already translated to the NFL as he consistently got open against a strong Seattle Seahawks defense.

• Johnson's diminutive size (5-foot-10, 165 pounds) caused him to fall in the draft, but his college performance and separation skills mirror those of successful NFL receiver Tank Dell. His dynamic skillset is being effectively utilized by the Buccaneers, particularly in motion plays that create mismatches.

• While Mike Evans' eventual return from a hamstring injury will likely reduce Johnson's target share, his performance has shown he could be a legitimate spot starter for bye weeks and injuries, particularly in deeper leagues. His elite quickness and separation ability make him especially intriguing for dynasty leagues where he's currently unrostered.

• Our take: Egbuka is rightfully getting all the attention in Tampa, but Tez is quietly coming along and flashed last week on limited snaps. I like him as a cheap long-term stash as Evans and Godwin ride off into the sunset. 

TE - Dalton Kincaid (BUF)

Mentioned in: Top 3 Fantasy Football Storylines of Week 6 (2025)

• Dalton Kincaid had a breakthrough performance in Week 5 against the Patriots, posting a career-high 108 receiving yards while catching all six of his targets. His usage was particularly encouraging, with a 12.5-yard average depth of target (aDOT), 28.8% air yards share, and 19.4% target share.

• Despite concerns about his route participation rate, Kincaid is proving to be highly efficient when on the field, maintaining a 0.24 targets per route run and 9.3-yard aDOT for the season. He's also being utilized in valuable situations, with three end-zone targets demonstrating his red zone potential.

• The article positions Kincaid as a legitimate fantasy starter, noting that while his usage may lead to some inconsistent performances, he's earning valuable downfield and end-zone targets when active. His versatility is showcased through his alignment splits, with a 66.7% slot rate, 19% out wide rate, and 14.3% inline rate in Week 5.

• Our take: This was his first career 100+ receiving yard game. I’ll say what we’re all thinking…

TE - Darren Waller (MIA)

Mentioned in: Snap Count Observations: Transactions to Make for Week 6 (Fantasy Football)

• Waller showed significant progress with his snap count increasing from 28% to 58% in recent games, during which he caught all five of his targets for 78 yards. This increased usage suggests a growing role in the offense, especially considering Waller himself has indicated he's ready for even more playing time, though the team is currently managing his workload.

• The article projects Waller as a top-10 tight end for the rest of the year, noting that the Dolphins offense historically values this type of tight end, similar to how they utilized Jonnu Smith late last year. His integration into the offense appears to be a calculated process following his return from retirement.

• With Tyreek Hill no longer in the picture, Waller is positioned to become the second or third option in the passing game, with a particular emphasis on red zone opportunities. The article specifically recommends buying Waller, suggesting fantasy managers might be a week too late to acquire him at value.

• Our take: Waller looks way better than I think anybody really expected. Maybe he’s got a little Jonnu magic in him this year. He should be the clear #2 downfield threat moving forward.

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