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NFL · Week 6 · 2026 Season

NFL Bye Weeks — Week 6 2026

5 teams on bye Week 6: Bengals, Lions, Dolphins, Vikings, Commanders. Here are the key fantasy players to bench and replacement options.

Players to Bench Week 6

🏈 Cincinnati Bengals on bye Week 6
Joe Burrow
QB
25.1
avg pts
Tee Higgins
WR
19.9
avg pts
Ja'Marr Chase
WR
18.3
avg pts
Chase Brown
RB
13
avg pts
Mike Gesicki
TE
12.9
avg pts
🏈 Detroit Lions on bye Week 6
Jahmyr Gibbs
RB
28
avg pts
Jared Goff
QB
20.4
avg pts
Amon-Ra St. Brown
WR
20.1
avg pts
Jameson Williams
WR
14.4
avg pts
Sam LaPorta
TE
12.3
avg pts
🏈 Miami Dolphins on bye Week 6
Malik Willis
QB
15.2
avg pts
Kevin Coleman Jr.
WR
13.6
avg pts
Ollie Gordon II
RB
12.1
avg pts
Caleb Douglas
WR
11.9
avg pts
Malik Washington
WR
10.2
avg pts
🏈 Minnesota Vikings on bye Week 6
Kyler Murray
QB
15.2
avg pts
Justin Jefferson
WR
14.4
avg pts
Carson Wentz
QB
12.8
avg pts
T.J. Hockenson
TE
11.2
avg pts
Jordan Addison
WR
9.8
avg pts
🏈 Washington Commanders on bye Week 6
Jayden Daniels
QB
20.1
avg pts
Stefon Diggs
WR
13.7
avg pts
Athan Kaliakmanis
QB
12
avg pts
Rachaad White
RB
10.5
avg pts
Treylon Burks
WR
9.5
avg pts

Streaming replacements

Find fill-ins for your bye-week starters:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which NFL teams have a bye in Week 6?
Teams on bye in Week 6 of the 2026 NFL season: Cincinnati Bengals, Detroit Lions, Miami Dolphins, Minnesota Vikings, Washington Commanders.
Who should I stream at quarterback in Week 6?
Check our QB streamers guide for Week 6 for the top quarterback streaming options ranked by matchup grade and recent performance.
How do I replace players on bye Week 6?
For each player on bye, identify the position they play and check the corresponding streaming guide. Prioritize free-agent pickups with Grade A or B matchups this week. PlayCaller shows waiver availability in real time when you connect your league.

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