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Sean Payton's strategy shift fails to boost Jaylen Waddle's fantasy stock

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 2:24 PM

Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Sean Payton's strategy shift fails to boost Jaylen Waddle's fantasy stock
Summary

As Week 5 concludes, Sean Payton's renewed playcalling does not enhance Jaylen Waddle's performance. Fantasy analyst Matt Okada reviews significant fantasy shifts ahead of Week 6. Bucky Irving enjoyed a breakout game for the Buccaneers, with 175 yards and two touchdowns. Drake Maye rebounded with 39.46 fantasy points against the Raiders, utilizing a variety of receivers. George Pickens revitalized his standing with nine catches for 130 yards and a touchdown, while Parker Washington had a standout game with 124 yards and two touchdowns. Week 6 will be crucial for assessing players’ continued fantasy viability amid these changes.

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Status Watch
  • •14 of 15 Week 5 NFL games concluded, with Monday night remaining
  • •Bucky Irving totals 175 yards, two touchdowns for the Buccaneers
  • •Drake Maye throws for 374 yards, four touchdowns vs. Raiders
  • •George Pickens records nine catches and a touchdown against the Bucs
  • •Parker Washington catches six passes for 124 yards, two touchdowns
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  • 2:24 PMYahoo Sports — Fantasy Football Stock Report: Sean Payton's return to the playsheet in Week 5 does nothing for Jaylen Waddle
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Fantasy football analyst Matt Okada breaks down the landscape as we close the book on Week 5.

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