Carolina Panthers wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin was drafted with the understanding that he still had some growing to do, but could instantly step in as the No. 1 target for Cam Newton. That has proven true through four weeks, but Benjamin is already exceeding expectations. He has had some obvious rookie gaffes but quickly became the top guy in Carolina's receiving corp.
Fantasy football start/sit advice, Week 5: Kelvin Benjamin
Kelvin Benjamin is having a hot start to his rookie year and looks to keeping it going against the Bears in Week 5. We break down his fantasy matchup.


Through four games, Benjamin has 21 catches for 329 yards and three touchdowns, putting him on pace for a 84-1,316-12 line on the season. He’s had both the expected drops and spectacular circus catches, making him nigh unstoppable in the red zone.
Fantasy impact: Benjamin had one of his toughest matchups yet against the Baltimore Ravens. He turned it into 76 yards and a touchdown on five catches. Benjamin now has scored in three out of four games and gets a juicy matchup with the Chicago Bears this week. Even with his growing pains, Benjamin is already on the WR2 radar and a must-start every week. He's an early frontrunner for Offensive Rookie of the Year.











