Denver Broncos
Peyton Manning (Quarterback): Manning had a horrific day at quarterback. This Broncos defense made up for his ineffectiveness however with Demarcus Ware and Von Miller both leaving the game due to injury it will be interesting to see how Peyton will perform if the game is in his hands. Manning finished the day throwing 22 of 35 from the field for 266 yards and an interception. The issues with Manning are unknown but he must begin to lead this offense sooner rather than later.
CJ Anderson/Ronnie Hillman (Running Back): The ground game was largely ineffective as well. Anderson the day 1 starter just managed 11 carries for 22 yards and caught both of his targets for 18 yards. Hillman on the other hand had a similar day ending with 7 carries for 21 yards and caught 1 out of 2 targets for 5 yards. Hillman had a sure touchdown pass but dropped it as he exited the end zone.
Demaryius Thomas/Emmanuel Sanders (Wide Receivers): Thomas and Sanders have been the lone bright spot for this Broncos offense this season. Sanders had a huge game catching 9 out of 12 targets for 111 yards. Thomas had a down week but still had a solid amount of fantasy points reeling in 5 out of 7 targets for 55 yards. Thomas should have a bigger game in week 6.
Oakland Raiders
Latavius Murray (Running Back): Murray was benched in the second half because he was a bit too banged up for Jack Del Rio's liking however Murray could have returned if the team desperately needed him. Murray ended the game with just 13 carries for 39 yards and caught 3 out of 4 passes for 18 yards.
Michael Crabtree/Amari Cooper (Wide Receivers): Crabtree and Cooper had a visit from 2 of the best NFL corners on Sunday and that stunted their fantasy points. Cooper ended the day catching all 4 of his targets for 47 yards while Crabtree caught 4 out of 9 targets for 54 yards. These two should have a better game next week.
