Fantasy football: top waiver wire week 13 pickups

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Nov 29, 2015; Landover, MD, USA; Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) throws the ball as New York Giants defensive tackle Jay Bromley (96) chases in the fourth quarter at FedEx Field. The Redskins won 20-14. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports /

Kirk Cousins-QB-Washington Redskins (26.0%)

Washington burst onto the playoff scene with a huge win over the Giants in week 12 which moved them into the lead in the NFC East. One of the reasons they’ve been able to climb into the race is the improved play of Kirk Cousins. Cousins has thrown just two interceptions in his last five games while throwing for ten touchdowns over that same timespan.

Cousins threw for 302 yards this week in the win against the Gaints and has three 300-yard games in his last five. He added a rushing touchdown this week as well giving him three scores on the ground for the season.

Another reason to target Cousins is that the schedule ahead is favorable for the Washington QB. This week, he’ll take on the Cowboys at home before visiting Chicago to face a vulnerable Bears secondary. Cousins is a streaming option for the next two weeks, and he can be a solid pug and play option if you need a QB in an emergency or in a dual-QB league.

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