The New York Giants (3-1-1) will look to keep their momentum going when they host the New Orleans Saints (1-4) in Week 6. Both teams enter the matchup with questions surrounding their offensive consistency, but there are still several fantasy football options worth considering ahead of Sunday's game.
The players that will be automatically in lineups include: Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers, Giants tight end Isaiah Likely and Saints wide receiver Chris Olave.
Jameis Winston has provided a spark under center for New York, while Tyler Shough will try to get the Saints offense back on track. However, neither backfield has established enough consistency to inspire confidence, leaving fantasy managers with some difficult lineup decisions.
Here are
five start/sit calls in fantasy football for the Giants' Week 6 matchup against the Saints:
Start: Giants QB Jameis Winston
Winston has emerged as a viable fantasy option since taking over under center for the injured Jaxson Dart. The veteran quarterback has delivered back-to-back games with at least three touchdown passes while averaging at 21.9 fantasy points per game in that stretch, making him an appealing option heading into Week 6.
The matchup against New Orleans offers another opportunity for Winston to produce. The Saints have struggled defensively during their three-game losing streak, and Winston has shown an ability to take advantage of opposing coverage with his aggressive approach downfield.
With Malik Nabers providing a dynamic option in the passing game, Winston has enough upside to warrant a starting spot in fantasy lineups this week.
Start: Saints QB Tyler Shough
Shough is coming off a difficult performance against Minnesota, but fantasy managers shouldn't be too quick to give up on the rookie quarterback.
The Giants have shown vulnerability through the air at times this season, creating an opportunity for Shough to bounce back. New Orleans will likely need its passing game to generate offense against a Giants defense that has shown an ability to pressure opposing quarterbacks.
Shough's recent struggles make him a riskier option, but his passing volume and the potential for a rebound make him worth considering in two-quarterback leagues and as a streaming option in deeper formats.
Sit: Giants running backs
The Giants' backfield remains difficult to trust from a fantasy perspective. Cam Skattebo has struggled to produce consistently, while the team's overall rushing attack has yet to establish a reliable rhythm.
Although New Orleans has struggled against the run this season, that favorable matchup doesn't automatically make every Giants running back a worthwhile start. Uncertainty surrounding the backfield's efficiency and workload distribution makes it difficult to confidently project a strong performance from any individual option.
Fantasy managers should look for more dependable alternatives before committing to a Giants running back in Week 6.
Sit: Saints running backs
The Saints' running backs also present a difficult fantasy situation heading into Sunday's matchup. Alvin Kamara remains a proven playmaker, but the offense has struggled to generate consistent production in recent weeks.
New Orleans managed just 142 total yards in its Week 5 loss to Minnesota, highlighting the broader offensive concerns surrounding the team. Kamara has also been managing a back issue, adding another layer of uncertainty to his outlook.
The Giants' defense could make it difficult for New Orleans to establish its ground game, leaving the Saints' running backs with limited upside relative to other options. Unless roster circumstances leave fantasy managers with few alternatives, it's worth looking elsewhere this week.
Start: Saints TE Juwan Johnson
Johnson is worth keeping in fantasy lineups as he prepares to face the Giants. The tight end has been a reliable target in the Saints' passing game, giving Shough a dependable option underneath and across the middle of the field.
Johnson's recent target volume has helped establish a solid fantasy floor, particularly at a position where consistent production can be difficult to find. His involvement in the passing attack makes him an appealing option against a Giants defense that has allowed opportunities for opposing tight ends.
With the Saints likely needing to rely on Shough's arm to move the ball, Johnson should have opportunities to contribute. Fantasy managers looking for a dependable tight end option can keep him in their starting lineups for Week 6.
This article originally appeared on Giants Wire: Giants vs. Saints: 5 players to start/sit for fantasy football in Week 6
