### Fantasy Football Insights: Players to Watch and Stream in Week 5

As the NFL season progresses, managing a fantasy football team can be a rollercoaster. While Derek Carr's scorching early-season performances were bound to cool off, his recent subpar finishes are not a true reflection of his talents. In his Week 4 match against the Falcons, Carr showcased a strong completion rate of 77%, the fourth highest that week, despite being forced into shorter throws by the Falcons' defensive strategy. With upcoming matchups against the Chiefs and the Buccaneers, Carr's fantasy prospects should improve.

Braelon Allen, the Jets' fourth-round pick, has managed to carve out a significant role in the offense. Though Breece Hall was initially poised to lead, Allen's solid performance has kept Hall's opportunity share below 65% since Week 1. Allen, who boasts 4.81 yards per carry compared to Hall's 3.11, is proving to be a valuable asset and should be rostered in all fantasy formats.

In Las Vegas, Alexander Mattison appears to be taking over the backfield. Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce has openly stated that Mattison deserves more touches, a sentiment that reflects the running back's superior stats compared to Zamir White. Mattison's averages of 5.1 yards per carry and 17% explosive play rate outshine White's figures, making Mattison a strong option moving forward.

Meanwhile, in New England, Rhamondre Stevenson's fumbling issues have opened the door for Antonio Gibson. Gibson, who averages 5.34 yards per carry, presents a more secure option compared to Stevenson, who leads the league with four fumbles.

For those in need of wide receivers, Jerry Jeudy of the Cleveland Browns is a consistent performer, averaging 7.5 targets per game. With ongoing trade rumors around Amari Cooper, Jeudy could become the No. 1 receiver for the Browns. Another receiver to watch is Wan'Dale Robinson of the Giants, who has been a top-36 receiver every week so far and is expected to see increased volume with Malik Nabers out.

Xavier Legette of the Panthers is another player to consider. With Adam Thielen on injured reserve, Legette has stepped up, finishing as a top-13 receiver in Week 4. His performance is expected to continue to improve with the Panthers' offense being forced into pass-heavy game scripts.

In the tight end category, Tucker Kraft of the Packers has emerged as the No. 1 option. With an average of over 80% of snaps, Kraft is outperforming his backup Luke Musgrave in all meaningful stats. The Rams' defense, allowing the sixth-most fantasy points to opposing tight ends, presents a great opportunity for Kraft to shine.

Finally, for those looking to bolster their defense, the Green Bay Packers offer solid prospects. They're the second-highest scoring defense so far and face the Cardinals, whose offense is struggling. The Packers' defense looks set to continue their strong performance in the coming weeks.

As we move into Week 5, fantasy managers should consider these players and teams to keep their rosters competitive and thriving.