Fantasy Football 2025 Week 6: Wide Receiver Rankings That Will Spark Debate
As we dive into Week 6 of the 2025 Fantasy Football season, the wide receiver position is buzzing with storylines that could make or break your lineup. But here’s where it gets controversial: Can Xavier Worthy truly hold down the WR1 role for the Chiefs, or is his ankle injury a ticking time bomb? And is Stefon Diggs’ recent resurgence a sustainable trend or just a fleeting revenge-game miracle? Let’s break it all down, starting with the rankings and the narratives that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Week 6 Wide Receiver Rankings
- Puka Nacua (LAR at BAL)
- Amon-Ra St. Brown (DET at KC)
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba (SEA at JAC)
- Emeka Egbuka (TB vs. SF)
- Ja’Marr Chase (CIN at GB)
- Drake London (ATL vs. BUF)
- Rome Odunze (CHI at WAS)
- Quentin Johnston (LAC at MIA)
- George Pickens (DAL at CAR)
- Davante Adams (LAR at BAL)
- Jaylen Waddle (MIA vs. LAC)
- Garrett Wilson (NYJ vs. DEN)
- Deebo Samuel (WAS vs. CHI)
- Xavier Worthy (KC vs. DET)
- Tetairoa McMillan (CAR vs. DAL)
- Courtland Sutton (DEN at NYJ)
- Stefon Diggs (NE at NO)
- A.J. Brown (PHI at NYG)
- Keenan Allen (LAC at MIA)
- Michael Pittman Jr. (IND vs. ARI)
- Marvin Harrison Jr. (ARI at IND)
- DK Metcalf (PIT vs. CLE)
- Brian Thomas Jr. (JAC vs. SEA)
- Ladd McConkey (LAC at MIA)
- DeVonta Smith (PHI at NYG)
- Zay Flowers (BAL vs. LAR)
- Chris Olave (NO vs. NE)
- Jakobi Meyers (LV vs. TEN)
- Tee Higgins (CIN at GB)
- Jameson Williams (DET at KC)
- Kendrick Bourne (SF at TB)
- Calvin Ridley (TEN at LV)
- Chris Godwin (TB vs. SF)
- Romeo Doubs (GB vs. CIN)
- Khalil Shakir (BUF at ATL)
- DJ Moore (CHI at WAS)
- Wan’Dale Robinson (NYG vs. PHI)
- Rashid Shaheed (NO vs. NE)
- Matthew Golden (GB vs. CIN)
- Jerry Jeudy (CLE at PIT)
- Marquise Brown (KC vs. DET)
- Keon Coleman (BUF at ATL)
- Troy Franklin (DEN at NYJ)
- Tre Tucker (LV vs. TEN)
- Cooper Kupp (SEA at JAC)
- Josh Downs (IND vs. ARI)
- Darnell Mooney (ATL vs. BUF)
- Tyquan Thornton (KC vs. DET)
- Travis Hunter (JAC vs. SEA)
- Elic Ayomanor (TEN at LV)
- Marvin Mims Jr. (DEN at NYJ)
- Malik Washington (MIA vs. LAC)
- Alec Pierce (IND vs. ARI)
- Dontayvion Wicks (GB vs. CIN)
- Demarcus Robinson (SF at TB)
- Kayshon Boutte (NE at NO)
- Ryan Flournoy (DAL at CAR)
- Isaiah Bond (CLE at PIT)
- Sterling Shepard (TB vs. SF)
- Luke McCaffrey (WAS vs. CHI)
- Tory Horton (SEA at JAC)
- Jalen Coker (CAR vs. DAL)
- Jalen Tolbert (DAL at CAR)
- Luther Burden III (CHI at WAS)
- Dyami Brown (JAC vs. SEA)
- Rashod Bateman (BAL vs. LAR)
- Calvin Austin III (PIT vs. CLE)
- Josh Palmer (BUF at ATL)
- JuJu Smith-Schuster (KC vs. DET)
- Parker Washington (JAC vs. SEA)
- Jalin Hyatt (NYG vs. PHI)
- Xavier Legette (CAR vs. DAL)
WR Insights: The Good, the Bad, and the Controversial
Xavier Worthy’s Last Stand?
Worthy’s ankle injury has been a nagging concern, but his Week 5 performance—season-highs in targets (9) and snap percentage (76.6%)—shows he’s still a force to be reckoned with. And this is the part most people miss: With Rashee Rice returning in Week 7, this could be Worthy’s final game as the Chiefs’ undisputed WR1. Facing a Lions defense missing CB Terrion Arnold, he’s a must-start, but will he capitalize? Or is his ceiling too limited by injury?
Stefon Diggs: Revival or Mirage?
Diggs’ back-to-back 100-yard games have fantasy managers dreaming, but let’s not forget his emotional rollercoaster. Bold question: Is his recent success a genuine return to form, or just a revenge-fueled anomaly against the Bills? The Saints’ secondary is a favorable matchup, but can Diggs keep his emotions in check after last week’s drama?
George Pickens: The Unsung Hero
Pickens has quietly matched his career-best touchdown total (five) in just four games. Even with limited targets, he’s delivering for fantasy managers. Controversial take: With CeeDee Lamb sidelined again, Pickens could outscore higher-ranked WRs this week. Are you brave enough to start him over a bigger name?
Joe Flacco’s Impact on Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins
Flacco’s addition to the Bengals has been met with skepticism, but his quick release could mitigate the offensive line’s struggles. Thought-provoking question: Can Flacco’s marginal upgrade translate to fantasy gold for Chase and Higgins, or is this just wishful thinking?
Tetairoa McMillan: Breakout Imminent?
McMillan’s volume (8+ targets per game) and big-play ability (12.2+ yards per catch) are undeniable. But here’s the debate: Can he finally find the end zone against a Cowboys defense that’s been generous to opposing WRs? Or will Bryce Young’s struggles hold him back again?
Calvin Ridley: One Step Forward, Two Steps Back?
Ridley’s WR14 finish in Week 5 was a welcome surprise, but his inconsistency is maddening. Controversial interpretation: Is this the start of a turnaround, or just another tease? The Titans’ offense is a wild card, but his talent is undeniable.
Final Thoughts and Your Turn
Week 6 is loaded with WR storylines that could shift the fantasy landscape. From Worthy’s last stand to Diggs’ emotional rollercoaster, there’s no shortage of debate. Now it’s your turn: Which WR are you starting with confidence? And which player’s ranking do you disagree with most? Let’s hear your thoughts in the comments—agree, disagree, or throw a Hail Mary of your own!
