The biggest storyline for Week 6 tight ends is the availability of Brock Bowers. After missing Week 5, his status remains uncertain heading into this weekend. As a fantasy manager, if Bowers suits up, you start him without hesitation — the talent is simply too elite to keep on your bench. If Bowers ends up being ruled out early, savvy fantasy managers should look to take advantage of the waiver wire before the rest of the league reacts. Here are a few Week 6 tight end sleepers who could step up and provide value in his absence. –Steve Pintado
The London game brings two intriguing waiver-wire options for Week 6, starting with Mason Taylor. Over his last three games, Taylor has seen 25 targets and emerged as the clear second option in the passing attack. While the matchup grades out as average on paper, Garrett Wilson will likely draw Patrick Surtain in coverage — potentially forcing more looks Taylor’s way. Even if the offense struggles, Taylor could rack up volume in garbage time, making him a solid streaming option if you’re replacing Brock Bowers or need a Week 6 tight end fill-in. –Steve Pintado
The second sleeper to monitor in the London game is Evan Engram, who’s slowly rounding back into form after a sluggish start in Denver. Over his last two games, Engram has drawn 13 targets and finally found the end zone in Week 5. He now faces a Jets defense that has allowed the sixth-most fantasy points per game to tight ends — including touchdowns in back-to-back weeks at the position. With his role trending upward and a favorable matchup on deck, Engram is a strong streaming play if Brock Bowers sits or if you’re thin at tight end heading into Week 6. –Steve Pintado
Those looking to avoid trouble at tight end should steer clear of Kyle Pitts in Week 6. Despite coming off a bye, Pitts draws a brutal matchup against the Buffalo Bills, who have allowed the third-fewest fantasy points per game to opposing tight ends. Through five weeks, only one tight end has managed to top 30 receiving yards against Buffalo. Unless you’re desperate, Pitts is best left on the bench this week. –Steve Pintado