Fantasy football sleepers to keep an eye on for Week 5

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Still looking for some last-minute additions to your fantasy team this week? We're here to help.

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Whether you're dealing with some early-season injury bugs or left some holes open after your draft, there's a handful of players still available in most leagues that could be of service this week.

Here they are!

DeAndre Washington, RB

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Raiders Ravens Football

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With Latavius Murray out for Week 5, turn to Oakland's backfield for some under-the-radar RB help. DeAndre Washington is owned in less than half of leagues, and has averaged better than seven yards per carry over the last three games. With Murray's touches decreasing of late, a pickup could be a wise long-term investment.

Jalen Richard, RB

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Oakland Raiders v Baltimore Ravens

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If you're in a deeper league, Washington is likely already rostered -- but dig some more and you'll land upon Jalen Richard, the third piece to Oakland's running back puzzle who will presumably see an increased number of touches. San Diego ranks second-to-last against the run among fantasy defenses, giving Richard reasonable flex consideration this week.

Brian Hoyer, QB

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NFL: OCT 02 Lions at Bears

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With Jay Cutler out, Brian Hoyer has thrown for 300 yards and a pair of touchdowns in back-to-back games. Against the Colts defense, there's no reason this trend should break -- even with Kevin White out for the season.

Terrance Williams, WR

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Dallas Cowboys v San Francisco 49ers

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Fresh off his first touchdown of the year, Terrance Williams should be able to find success for a second straight week with Dez Bryant out. The Bengals defense has allowed four touchdowns to receivers over the last two weeks, giving Dak Prescott a great chance at finding one of his wideouts in the end zone.

Cameron Brate, TE

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Buccaneers Colts Football

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With Austin Sefarian-Jenkins out of the picture, Cameron Brate not only has the tight end job all to himself, but has settled in as Jameis Winston's No. 2 receiver behind Mike Evans.

Totaling 10 catches for 113 yards and two touchdowns over his last two games, Brate is looking like a guy that should be owned in every league moving forward. If he's still out there, add him before it's too late.

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