Week 5 fantasy advice: Jalen Hurts is a tough start

Week 5 fantasy football lineups are harder to set as injuries and bye weeks affect player choices.

Dave Richard advises against relying on big names automatically, and flags Jalen Hurts and Justin Herbert as difficult starts because of offensive-line concerns and tough matchups.

The Eagles face the Jaguars, whose run defense has been especially strong against running backs.

Philadelphia also has major injury concerns on its offensive line, while DeVonta Smith and Saquon Barkley are question marks.

Richard says players such as Ollie Gordon, Woody Marks and T.J. Hockenson are making cases for starting spots despite lower preseason expectations.

His advice weighs matchups, injuries and team tendencies, not just draft position or recent results.

The guidance is intended to help fantasy managers choose their lineups for Week 5.