2026 · Week 5 · Standard

Should I start Jordan Love or Sam Darnold in Week 5 (2026)?

The projection call

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Treat these as projection comparisons, not a fresh lineup instruction. Check your league’s lineup locks before making changes.

QB · GB

Jordan Love

16.3 projected FP

Standard · FF consensus

FantasyPros: 17.1
ESPN: 15.3
Sleeper: 16.0

vs CHI

Final · Sun, Oct 11, 1:00 PM ET

QB · SEA

Sam Darnold

16.2 projected FP

Standard · FF consensus

FantasyPros: 16.7
ESPN: 15.5
Sleeper: 16.0

vs SF

Final · Sun, Oct 11, 4:25 PM ET

Data refreshed Oct 22, 2026, 3:12 AM ET. Projected points are not actual results.

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Before you lock it in

Less than one projected point separates these players. Treat this as a close decision rather than a confident bench call. Confirm active status, kickoff time and your league’s scoring. This page does not include verified late injury or weather updates.

What changes in PPR, half-PPR and standard?

PPR awards one point per reception; half-PPR awards 0.5; standard awards no reception point. Use the scoring buttons above to compare the same players under each preset. Passing TDs, bonuses and other custom rules may differ in your league.

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