NFL Fantasy Football: Key Player Injuries and Drop Candidates for Week 6

As the 2026 NFL season enters Week 6, fantasy football managers are evaluating roster changes due to injuries and declining production.

Seattle Seahawks rookie running back Jadarian Price has been placed on injured reserve due to a recurring chest injury. After starting the first three games of the season, Price was unable to practice effectively leading up to a Week 4 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers, resulting in his official placement on IR on October 3.

Other players identified as potential drop candidates include Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr., whose production has slowed, and Buffalo Bills tight end Dalton Kincaid, who has seen a significant decrease in targets and receiving yards over recent weeks. Defensive units for the Dallas Cowboys, Cincinnati Bengals, and Cleveland Browns are also noted as high-priority cuts for various league formats.