NFL Week 5: Red Zone Trends and Coaching Decisions

In Week 5 of the NFL season, fantasy football analysis highlights significant red zone usage trends. Ollie Gordon of the Miami Dolphins has emerged as a primary red zone option, recording nine carries inside the scoring area, the second-highest single-week total of the 2026 season. Jahmyr Gibbs of the Detroit Lions continues to lead the league in red zone carries and remains tied for the league lead in red zone rushing touchdowns.

On the coaching front, Buffalo Bills coach Joe Brady expressed regret regarding late-game clock management during a recent overtime victory. Brady noted that he opted to attempt a 45-yard game-winning field goal on second down rather than taking two knees to center the ball. He stated that while the decision was made to win the game immediately, taking the knees would have reduced the opponent's remaining time in the event of a miss.