Dynasty Movement: Week 6

Somehow, we have almost hit the halfway point of the fantasy football regular season. NFL offenses are full go, and injuries have created opportunities. We polled Dynasty staffers Jason Wood, Dan Hindery, Maurile Tremblay, Matt Montgomery, Ryan Weisse, and Andy Hicks for their biggest rankings movers.

Dynasty Movement at Quarterback

Drake Maye, New England

Jason Wood: The Patriots are far from contention, but the team is unquestionably improved in Mike Vrabel's first season, and Drake Maye has looked like a genuine cornerstone asset through the first five weeks. He's making smart decisions, showing excellent pocket awareness, and proving to be an underappreciated rushing threat. He's already delivering borderline fantasy QB1 value, and yet we know there's still plenty of room for growth once the roster improves. When the front office finds him a true alpha receiver who can develop alongside him, Maye could be a fixture as an every-week starter for the better part of the next decade.

Dan Hindery: Maye has been one of the biggest dynasty risers of the early season and already looks like a safe bet to be a long-term starter. His passing efficiency has jumped from average to elite, completing nearly 74 percent of his throws through five weeks. We knew we had elite physical traits, but he was a bit raw coming out of North Carolina. He is already a very good NFL quarterback, and given his physical traits, the sky is the limit. The supporting cast is still developing, which suggests even more room for improvement and upside moving forward. The main concerns are sample size and rushing production. While his early numbers are encouraging, he lacks the track record of the established elite, and his ground-game contribution is modest compared to Josh Allen or Lamar Jackson. I have moved him all the way up to QB4.

Kyler Murray, Arizona

Jason Wood: The Cardinals have an elite defense (6th in points allowed) but still look like a playoff long shot because the offense remains below average (23rd). Much of the blame falls on Kyler Murray, who hasn't elevated his level of play in years. He's a viable fantasy asset, but his real-world value lags behind his statistical output. If you're confident Murray will remain in Arizona as the starter for the remainder of his contract, you can stand pat. But if you share my suspicion that the Cardinals may finally bring in real competition next year through the draft or free agency, this might be the highest price you'll ever get for trading him away.

Daniel Jones, Indianapolis

Jason Wood: I don't blame you if you're skeptical. I've been an ardent Jones detractor since the Giants used the sixth overall pick on the former Duke Blue Devil, and his NFL career has proven my skepticism right time and again. But we're five weeks into his tenure with the Colts, and the data is far too impressive to completely dismiss. When you look at the dynasty quarterback tiers, it's hard to feel great about even 20 signal-callers, and for that reason, Jones is worth slotting into that range just below the players we consider sure things for the next few seasons. If what we've seen in 2025 is the new reality, he's still undervalued even after I've raised him.

Patrick Mahomes II, Kansas City

Maurile Tremblay: After two down years by his standards, Mahomes' fantasy prowess has rebounded through five weeks, and the driver isn't fluky touchdown variance. It's primarily a renewed willingness to run. That bump pairs with an improving supporting cast, with Xavier Worthy back from injury and Rashee Rice slated to return in Week 7, helping restore spacing and after-catch juice. Given that his dynasty price softened during the lull, this resurgence in both multi-threat fantasy production and weapons creates a clear buy-low window on an elite asset with years ahead.

Geno Smith, Las Vegas

Maurile Tremblay: A spike in turnovers and negative plays by Geno Smith has renewed benching chatter and pushed the team to explore alternatives. At 34, any remaining value is largely year-to-year, and slumps rooted in decision-making and ball security are hard to fix midseason. Contract guarantees may buy him snaps but also constrain trade and roster flexibility, reducing the odds he'll land in a better situation. Any long-term upside depended on solid play in 2025. Instead, he now faces diminished odds of holding a starting job.

Ryan Weisse: In my rankings, there is a tier comprised of older starting quarterbacks, such as Aaron Rodgers and Matthew Stafford, who are in their final season or two of their careers. Smith joined that group after this week. He hasn't looked good at all and is turning the ball over far too much. The Raiders could be looking for a new quarterback sooner than we previously thought.

Mac Jones, San Francisco

Andy Hicks: After a decent spell filling in for Trevor Lawrence in Jacksonville last year, Jones has been great filling in for Brock Purdy this year. The 49ers are committed to Purdy, though, and the performances of Jones are putting him at the top of teams looking for a steady hand to guide them through quarterback issues. Jones is locked in with the 49ers next year on a pittance, so other teams will have to make a move using draft capital. If there aren't at least 10 teams in the NFL who would be better with Jones under center, I would be surprised. 

C.J. Stroud, Houston

Andy Hicks: After a patchy start to the season under new offensive coordinator Nick Caley, Stroud has looked good in his last two games with a pass completion rate over 80% and six touchdowns to zero interceptions. He has a tough slate of games after the bye, so while I like the progress he is making, it will only be a minor bump in rankings until we can assess his play against tougher opponents. 

Joe Flacco, Cincinnati

Matt Montgomery: In dynasty superflex leagues, you can compete in a one-year window by prioritizing quarterback depth. Joe Flacco, with his experience and new offensive system, has the potential for week-winning performances. While we've seen him shine with decent weapons before, this dynamic offense could unlock even more upside. He's a smart, high-reward gamble for contenders. Yes, he's an aging veteran with some risk, but his potential to deliver big makes him an exciting addition to your roster. Embrace the opportunity and take a chance on Flacco's proven ability!

Carson Wentz, Minnesota

Matt Montgomery: Wentz is back, and you should be excited! Under Minnesota's elite play-caller, Kevin O'Connell, Wentz has the chance to shine, as he's shown MVP-level play when conditions are right. With star receiver Justin Jefferson and questions surrounding J.J. McCarthy's fit, Wentz has a golden opportunity. His risk-taking style could revitalize his career in this dynamic offense. Embrace the potential. Wentz has the tools and the stage to prove he's still a top-tier quarterback. Get on board for a thrilling comeback!

Jalen Hurts, Philadelphia

Dan Hindery: Hurts is a tough valuation. At 27, he is a secure, long-term starter in one of the NFL's most stable organizations, supported by elite talent at nearly every offensive position. His rushing output continues to separate him from most quarterbacks, with 56 touchdowns in 67 career starts and close to 10 fantasy points per game on the ground. The questions revolve around sustainability. The "Tush Push" could eventually be outlawed, and his rushing totals are likely to decline with age. Hurts' passing production has also lagged behind other top dual-threat quarterbacks, averaging only 178 yards and 1.4 touchdowns per game this season. We saw the Eagles experiment with a more pass-heavy approach against the Broncos in Week 5, and it led to just their second loss in the last 22 games. Philadelphia's success with a run-heavy formula makes a major passing-volume jump unlikely, capping his upside and adding to the risk should the rushing production decline in the future. 

Dynasty Movement at Running Back