Fantasy Football 2018: 10 matchups to attack in Week 5

ATLANTA, GA - SEPTEMBER 16: Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) reacts with wide receiver Calvin Ridley (18) after a touchdown in an NFL football game between the Carolina Panthers and Atlanta Falcons on September 16, 2018 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The Atlanta Falcons won the game 31-24. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

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LOS ANGELES, CA – SEPTEMBER 23: Los Angeles Chargers Running Back Melvin Gordon III (28) celebrates scoring a touchdown with Los Angeles Chargers Fullback Derek Watt (34) during an NFL game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Los Angeles Rams on September 23, 2018, at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Chris Williams/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

No. 5 Melvin Gordon vs. Oakland

Melvin Gordon continues to be so solid with production. One of the best, even quietest, and consistent players is pivotal for the Chargers offense. His touches have been consistent as well and he’s made the most of his balance from run to pass. In four games Gordon has had exactly 15 touches three times and had his best game on the ground in the win over San Francisco.

The pass game is just as important with Gordon who has five-plus catches in three of the four games. Gordon also has more receiving touchdowns so far in 2018 than rushing. Will that come into play against Oakland?

The Raiders pass defense has been less than stellar, giving up a touchdown through the air in three of the first four games including four to Ryan Tannehill. Jon Gruden is still looking to get pressure on the quarterback and in the backfield overall. Don’t count on them doing it on Sunday. Gordon should have a big day again.

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