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Lamb finished with four receptions on five targets for 49 yards in Sunday's 42-10 loss to San Francisco.

Lamb finished as Dallas' leading receiver Sunday, but it didn't result in a big game with the offense mustering just 161 passing yards against the 49ers. The 24-year-old has contributed 379 yards from scrimmage over the first five games of the season, but his value has been limited by a lack of touchdowns. Lamb has made just one trip to the end zone after scoring nine TDs over 17 games in 2022. He will look to correct that against the Chargers' league-worst pass defense on Monday Night Football in Week 6.

Samuel (knee/ribs) caught all three of his targets for 55 yards while adding 30 rushing yards on five attempts in Sunday's 42-10 win over the Cowboys.

Samuel was able overcome a pair of lingering injuries and suit up for Sunday's matchup between NFC powerhouses. Unlike during last week's dud against the Cardinals, Samuel was given his full allotment of touches as a runner and receiver against the Cowboys, converting eight touches into 85 combined yards. The 27-year-old did not appear limited by his lingering knee or rib injuries, showing his usual burst without shying away from contact in the lopsided victory. Now healthy, Samuel can be deployed as usual in a road matchup against the Browns next Sunday.

Aiyuk caught four of seven targets for 58 yards in Sunday's 42-10 win over Dallas.

Aiyuk finished with a modest fantasy line as quarterback Brock Purdy spread the ball around to all of his star playmakers in the blowout victory. Aiyuk's 58 receiving yards wound up being the game high for wideouts from either team Sunday and ranked only behind tight end George Kittle, who had 67 yards to go along with his three touchdown grabs. The fourth-year receiver is now averaging 97.5 yards over four active games this season after gaining 59.7 per game during his breakout campaign last year. Aiyuk and the undefeated 49ers will head out on the road in Week 6 to face the Browns next Sunday.

Downs recorded six receptions on six targets for 97 yards in Sunday's 23-16 win over the Titans.

Downs led the Colts in receptions and yards, both of which were also career-high marks. He did the majority of his damage on catches of 38, 27 and 25 yards -- two of which were delivered by Gardner Minshew. Downs also showed the ability to produce with Anthony Richardson (shoulder) under center, which could portend a bigger role in the offense moving forward.

Thomas recorded four receptions on seven targets for 65 yards in Sunday's 34-0 win over the Patriots.

The Saints maintained a significant advantage for much of the game, limiting their need to take to the air. As a result, Thomas led the team in targets and yards despite his modest output. The highlight of his performance came late in the first quarter on a 26-yard catch deep down the middle of the field -- his third gain of at least 20 yards on the season. Thomas remains a reliable if unspectacular producer, as he now has between 50 and 65 yards in all five games on the campaign.

Powell caught four of six targets for 43 yards in Sunday's 27-20 loss to Kansas City. He also gained nine rushing yards on his only carry.

Most of Powell's action came in the fourth quarter after Justin Jefferson (hamstring) left the game and Kirk Cousins was trying to mount a late comeback. The journeyman wideout had played only six offensive snaps and made only one catch on the season coming into Sunday, but if Jefferson ends up sitting out a Week 6 contest against the Bears, Powell could again step up as the Vikings' No. 3 receiver behind Jordan Addison and K.J. Osborn.

Addison caught six of nine targets for 64 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 27-20 loss to Kansas City.

After failing to catch a pass last week against the Panthers, Addison bounced back and led the Vikings in receptions and yardage while grabbing his third TD in five NFL games on a five-yard toss from Kirk Cousins late in the second quarter. The rookie wideout emerged as Cousins' most reliable option in the fourth quarter while Justin Jefferson was sidelined with a hamstring injury, and if Jefferson isn't ready to return in Week 6 against the Bears, Addison could be in line for a big performance.

Osborn caught five of nine targets for 49 yards in Sunday's 27-20 loss to Kansas City.

The grabs, yards and targets were all season highs for Osborn, while the nine looks from Kirk Cousins tied for the team lead with rookie Jordan Addison, as both receivers took on more prominent roles late with Justin Jefferson (hamstring) sidelined. Osborn had only eight catches through the first four games of the year, but if Jefferson isn't able to suit up in Week 6 against the Bears, he could see significant volume again.

Pickens recorded six receptions on 10 targets for 120 yards and one touchdown in Sunday's 17-10 win over the Ravens.

Pickens beat Marlon Humphrey down the right sideline for a 41-yard touchdown late in the fourth quarter to record the game-winning score. He added three additional receptions of more than 20 yards to top the century mark for the second time this season. While Pickens' production has been inconsistent, he has at least seven targets in four of five games on the campaign. However, it's possible he will see his opportunities decline in Week 7 against the Rams after the team returns from a bye, as Diontae Johnson (hamstring) will be eligible to return from injured reserve.

Smith was held to one reception on five targets for five yards in Sunday's 23-14 win over the Rams.

Smith was the odd man out Sunday with A.J. Brown and Dallas Goedert each contributing 100-yard games to help the Eagles stay undefeated. Smith has cooled off in recent weeks following a hot start to the season, averaging just four receptions and 37 yards over his last three contests. The 2021 first-round selection proved to be streaky as a rookie when he finished with 1,196 yards and seven touchdowns, so fantasy managers should not fret over the wideout's recent struggles. Smith could be primed for a bounce-back performance against the Jets next Sunday if top wideout A.J. Brown has his hands full with New York's shutdown corner Sauce Gardner in Week 6.