**Joe Burrow Shines Despite Bengals' Loss, Sam Darnold Struggles, and Travis Bigsby Dominates**

Joe Burrow delivered an outstanding performance on Sunday, completing 30 of 39 passes for 392 yards and five touchdowns. Burrow extensively relied on his primary targets, Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. However, despite his stellar display, the Cincinnati Bengals failed to secure a win. With the season advancing into October, expectations are high for Burrow to fully awaken from his early-season slump. Facing a must-win road game against the New York Giants next week, Burrow has the opportunity to capitalize on New York’s vulnerable secondary, which boasts only one top-tier but occasionally inconsistent cornerback.

In stark contrast to Burrow’s brilliance, Sam Darnold and the Minnesota Vikings struggled in their matchup against the New York Jets. Darnold, who was considered a top-5 quarterback option for Week 5, faltered, completing just 14 of 31 passes for 179 yards and throwing one interception. The Vikings' offense found it difficult to advance the ball against a formidable Jets pass rush and tight cornerback coverage. Justin Jefferson was frequently the beneficiary of defensive pass interference penalties, mimicking the protected status of a star player. The Vikings will use their bye week to regroup before facing the Detroit Lions in Week 7, with hopes that crucial players like Aaron Jones and T.J. Hockenson will return from injuries.

On a more positive note, Travis Bigsby has emerged as a powerhouse for the Jacksonville Jaguars. Leading the team in rushing for the second consecutive game, Bigsby amassed 101 rushing yards, two touchdowns, and an additional 28 receiving yards in their victory over the Indianapolis Colts. His efficiency, averaging an impressive 8 yards per carry, combined with his ability to execute big plays, has made him a top waiver wire addition for Week 6. Despite Travis Etienne being a better receiver, Bigsby's consistent performance and increased opportunities place him as a low-end RB2 with significant upside.

The New York Jets' offense appears to be in disarray, as evidenced by their lackluster performance in London against the Minnesota Vikings. Running back Breece Hall was contained to under 55 rushing yards for the fourth time in five games and was minimally involved in the passing game with just three receptions for 14 yards. The Jets' offensive struggles, despite their talent, spotlight Nathanial Hackett's mishandling of the game, particularly in crucial short-yardage situations. Rookie Braelon Allen continues to divert touches away from Hall, and the team remains heavily dependent on an aging Aaron Rodgers to navigate through difficult games.

Standout receivers this week included Drake London from the Atlanta Falcons, who had a phenomenal game with 154 yards and a touchdown on 12 receptions. His increasing target share, now at 25 looks over the last two games, highlights his growing chemistry with quarterback Kirk Cousins. Despite Cousins' recent Achilles injury, London’s recent performance suggests that he could ascend to a mid-tier WR1 as their connection strengthens.

San Francisco’s offense, with its abundance of talent, saw Deebo Samuel take a backseat to Brandon Aiyuk and George Kittle against Arizona. The Cardinals' strategy to double-cover Samuel limited his effectiveness, but his dual-threat versatility and strong rapport with quarterback Brock Purdy make a bounce-back likely. With upcoming games against Seattle and Kansas City, Samuel is poised for more productive outings, particularly with the anticipated return of Christian McCaffrey.

Finally, tight end Tucker Kraft delivered for fantasy managers, catching four passes for 88 yards and two touchdowns. His versatility as a blocker and receiver makes him a hard player to bench. However, the spread-out offense led by quarterback Jordan Love could limit Kraft’s target share going forward.

In contrast, Dalton Kincaid’s sluggish start to the season continued, hindered by subpar performances from quarterback Josh Allen and a conservative offensive scheme. Despite tying for the team lead in targets against Houston, Kincaid’s limited receptions and yardage are concerning. As the season progresses, there's hope that Allen will return to form, making Kincaid a potential "buy low" candidate.