Top 17 waiver wire targets for Week 6 of fantasy football: Kenneth Walker and Randall Cobb could help your team heading into bye weeks

ESPN fantasy % rostered: 6.8%

Week 5 stats: 25 rushing yards, 3 receptions, 28 receiving yards, 1 touchdown — 14.3 fantasy points

One thing to know: After Arizona's starting running back James Conner went down with a rib injury, Eno Benjamin made the most of his opportunity, finding the end zone and proving productive both on the ground and through the air. If Conner misses extended time, Benjamin should be a solid fantasy starter in the coming weeks.

ESPN fantasy % rostered: 47.7%

Week 5 stats: 88 rushing yards, 1 touchdown — 14.8 fantasy points

One thing to know: Kenneth Walker III looks likely to get a lot more work through the next few weeks after Rashaad Penny suffered a fractured tibia on Sunday against the Saints. Given how much head coach Pete Carroll likes to run the ball, Walker could put up some big numbers.

ESPN fantasy % rostered: 23.9%

Week 5 stats: 14 rushing yards, 3 receptions, 28 receiving yards — 7.2 fantasy points

One thing to know: Rachaad White found the end zone last weekend and has slowly gotten more involved in the Buccaneers passing attack as well. He's obviously behind Leonard Fournette as things stand, but should Fournette suffer an injury, White could quickly see he usage shoot up.

ESPN fantasy % rostered: 1.1%

Week 5 stats: 49 rushing yards, 2 receptions, 33 receiving yards, 1 touchdown — 16.2 fantasy points

One thing to know: Joshua Kelley averaged 4.9 yards per carry against the Browns on Sunday — not bad for a backup running back. While it's tough to take touches away from Austin Ekeler, don't be surprised if the Chargers start splitting the work load a bit more in Kelley's favor to keep Ekeler fresh.

ESPN fantasy % rostered: 0.0%

Week 5 stats: 23 rushing yards, 3 receptions, 44 receiving yards, 2 touchdowns — 21.7 fantasy points

One thing to know: Last week, Tevin Coleman played just one snap for the 49ers and did not touch the ball. On Sunday, he found the end zone twice. Jeff Wilson Jr. is still undoubtedly the top man in the San Francisco backfield, but given the injury luck the 49ers have had in recent years, especially at the running back position, Coleman is worth a stash if you can afford the roster spot.

ESPN fantasy % rostered: 1.3%

Week 5 stats: 62 rushing yards, 4 receptions, 29 receiving yards — 13.1 fantasy points

One thing to know: With Jonathan Taylor already out last Thursday and Nyheim Hines suffering a concussion early in the game, Deon Jackson was the last man standing in the Colts backfield. Indianapolis gets a few extra days of rest heading into their next game, so check the injury reports before investing too much capital in Jackson, but if he's the top man again next week, he should provide some quality production.

ESPN fantasy % rostered: 68.3%

Week 5 stats: 113 rushing yards, 1 reception, 9 receiving yards, 1 touchdown — 19.2 fantasy points

One thing to know: Raheem Mostert continues to dominate the Dolphins backfield despite the presence of Chase Edmonds. On Sunday, Edmonds got just a single carry, compared to 18 for Mostert. Somehow, Edmonds is still rostered in more leagues than Mostert. That won't last for long.

ESPN fantasy % rostered: 8.6%

Week 5 stats: 8 receptions, 81 receiving yards — 16.1 fantasy points

One thing to know: Alec Pierce has seen his production go up in every game he's played thus far this season. The rookie wide receiver is only getting more comfortable in the Colts offense, and with Indianapolis likely to be trailing in a lot of games this season, Pierce is poised for a few breakout performances in the near future.

ESPN fantasy % rostered: 0.1%

Week 5 stats: 2 receptions, 105 receiving yards, 2 touchdowns — 24.5 fantasy points

One thing to know: With bye weeks starting up next week for fantasy players, it's time to consider adding a few boom-or-bust guys to your lineup. Sometimes if you have a few key players on bye, you need to roll the dice on a player like Dyami Brown. Brown only had two catches on Sunday, but he found the end zone on both of them. After the game he had against the Titans, Washington will be looking to get him open for long balls more often.

ESPN fantasy % rostered: 64.6%

Week 5 stats: 7 receptions, 111 receiving yards, 1 touchdown — 24.1 fantasy points

One thing to know: Jakobi Meyers is averaging 18 fantasy points per week right now. He just had his best game of the season with Bailey Zappe playing quarterback for the Patriots. It's a good time to buy some stock.

ESPN fantasy % rostered: 3.4%

Week 5 stats: 7 receptions, 99 receiving yards — 16.9 fantasy points

One thing to know: The Packers have been waiting for a second wide receiver to rise to the occasion next to Allen Lazard, and on Sunday, it was Randall Cobb. Cobb got 13 targets from Aaron Rodgers in London against the Giants. With so many throws going his way, he has some big fantasy potential moving forward this season.

ESPN fantasy % rostered: 23.7%

Week 5 stats: 6 receptions, 92 receiving yards — 15.2 fantasy points

One thing to know: Josh Reynolds has scored at least 12 fantasy points for four straight weeks, and is currently the 26th best receiver in fantasy nearly 33% of the way through the 2022 season. He should be rostered in every league.

ESPN fantasy % rostered: 11.4%

Week 5 stats: 112 rushing yards, 3 touchdowns — 34.1 fantasy points

One thing to know: Taysom Hill will outlive us all. On Sunday, the Saints' utility man went off in a big way, rushing for three touchdowns and throwing for one more to lead New Orleans to victory. Hill's production is nearly impossible to predict, but he's now scored five touchdowns through five weeks. If your stud tight end is heading to a bye week (if you have Darren Waller on your roster for next week, for instance) Hill is a fun player to bet on.

ESPN fantasy % rostered: 32.2%

Week 5 stats: 268 passing yards, 3 touchdowns — 24 fantasy points

One thing to know: Again, with bye weeks beginning to force fantasy managers to make some creative decisions, it might be time to add a second quarterback to your roster. Geno Smith is the 10th best QB in fantasy through five games, so there's a chance he's already scoring more points than whoever you have starting.

ESPN fantasy % rostered: 47.7%

Week 5 stats: 359 passing yards, 2 touchdowns, 1 interception — 21.9 fantasy points

One thing to know: The Washington Commanders are going to be chasing a lot of games this year, and if you can put up with the risk of Carson Wentz throwing a few picks, he also has the potential to throw for three touchdowns on any given Sunday.

ESPN fantasy % rostered: 13.5%

Week 5 stats: 1 touchdown, 1 interception, 1 fumble recovery, 2 sacks, 0 points allowed — 17 fantasy points

One thing to know: The New England Patriots shut out the highest scoring offense in the NFL on Sunday, completely stifling the Detroit Lions. Next week they go up against the Cleveland Browns, who are the top rushing team in the league but struggle to throw the ball. Bill Belichick is great at stopping one-dimensional teams.

ESPN fantasy % rostered: 20.1%

Week 5 stats: 5 sacks, 21 points allowed — 7 fantasy points

One thing to know: Washington's defense has not been great for fantasy purposes so far this season, but a favorable matchup against the Bears next week makes them worth considering if you've been shuffling though defenses every week.