When can you trust rookie quarterbacks to translate their upside into solid fantasy football production? That answer varies based on their supporting cast and matchup.
In Week 5 of the 2021 NFL season, two rookie signal-callers have golden opportunities to shine.
One of them will face a pass defense that's put up little resistance this season. The other could make his first NFL start and offers upside because of his dual-threat ability. Both could finish among the top 10 in fantasy scoring at the position this week.
If you aren't interested in a long shot at quarterback, consider a pair of veteran AFC East wideouts who face two of the league's worst pass defenses.