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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 /
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Sep 12, 2016; Landover, MD, USA; Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) attempts a pass against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second half at FedEx Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 12, 2016; Landover, MD, USA; Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) attempts a pass against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second half at FedEx Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports /

5. Kirk Cousins

In Week 1, Kirk Cousins’ team had a double-digit loss and just a one-yard rushing touchdown scored against Pittsburgh. While that looks like a game full of really mediocre states, Cousins was still among the players who stood out in the box score.

The Redskins quarterback finished with 329 yards on 30 of 43 completed passes. He threw no touchdowns and was picked off twice in the game. However, he managed to find eight different receivers throughout the game as Washington tried to stay competitive.

He’ll get another shot at getting the Redskins’ first win in this second-straight home game. Based on last season, it could be a prime opportunity for a victory against this NFC East opponent playing behind a rookie quarterback.

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In a 2015-16, Cousins had a 219-yard game with a touchdown against Dallas in a loss. He was also sacked three times. However, this particular Week 2 matchup seems like more of a potential bounce-back situation for the home team.

It would not be surprising at all to see Cousins go off for a big game at home after failing to get that opening win. The fans at FedEx Field will certainly be rallying behind the Redskins and Cousins is the man capable of guiding them to the W. Don’t fail to start him in what could be a nice spot for the veteran QB.

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