Fansided

Cowboys at Redskins: 5 best fantasy options

By Matt Couden

Jan 3, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten (82) catches a pass against Washington Redskins linebacker Carlos Fields (59) in the fourth quarter at AT&T Stadium. Washington won 34-23. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 3, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten (82) catches a pass against Washington Redskins linebacker Carlos Fields (59) in the fourth quarter at AT&T Stadium. Washington won 34-23. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /
facebooktwitterreddit
Prev
4 of 5
Next
Dec 7, 2015; Landover, MD, USA; Washington Redskins wide receiver DeSean Jackson (11) catches a touchdown in front of Dallas Cowboys cornerback Morris Claiborne (24) during the fourth quarter at FedEx Field. Dallas Cowboys defeated Washington Redskins 19-16. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 7, 2015; Landover, MD, USA; Washington Redskins wide receiver DeSean Jackson (11) catches a touchdown in front of Dallas Cowboys cornerback Morris Claiborne (24) during the fourth quarter at FedEx Field. Dallas Cowboys defeated Washington Redskins 19-16. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports /

4. DeSean Jackson

Another bright spot in Washington’s loss to Pittsburgh last Monday night was DeSean Jackson. The veteran out of California ended the game with 102 yards on six receptions with his longest catch at 33 yards.

Jackson was also the top receiver for the Redskins in a 19-16 loss to Dallas last season. He finished that game with 80 yards and a touchdown on six catches. In fact, he had the only Washington TD of the game. Could he be in store for another performance like that against this Cowboys team on Sunday?

His Week 1 performance in Monday Night Football against the Steelers wasn’t anything mind-blowing for fantasy owners. However, he still looked quick and like he was in good shape to start the season. Keep in mind, Cousins didn’t throw the ball downfield as much as he could have. If that changes, it certainly benefits Jackson.

Jackson has always been considered a boom or bust sort of player in fantasy leagues. He’s always a threat for the long ball receptions. However, he also is a threat for injuries. In eight seasons, he’s appeared in the full 16-game slate only twice for his career.

Still, he’s got breakout potential, as ESPN listed him No. 32 of their top 110 wide receivers. He warrants a start here for the big game possibility against a division rival. If Cousins is playing well, it makes Jackson a potential top target for long receptions and touchdowns.

Next: Kirk Cousins

Home/Fantasy Football