Washington racked up eight sacks against Philadelphia in the season opener and will play Arizona in Week 2.

Analysis: Washington's defensive front dominated the contest, and the constant pressure helped lead to three takeaways. QB Kyler Murray's escapability figures to provide a more significant challenge this week. Washington has the talent up front to create havoc against most offenses, and that remains the case in Week 2.

Kendall Fuller (calf) is doubtful for Sunday's season opener against the Eagles.

Analysis: Washington is likely to be without one of its top-two corners, though Philadelphia will be without WR Alshon Jeffery (foot), while RB Miles Sanders (hamstring) is questionable. Washington's strength is undoubtedly up front with a quintet of first-round picks, and the Eagles are missing LT Andre Dillard (biceps) and RG Brandon Brooks (Achilles), and RT Lane Johnson (ankle) is questionable. Even if Johnson plays, Washington has the talent to create some problems up front. QB Carson Wentz could…read more

New defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio is transitioning Washington from a 3-4 defense to a 4-3 defense in 2020.

Analysis: The move will allow the team to better take advantage of the talent along the defensive line, which includes 2020 second overall pick Chase Young, Daron Payne, Jonathan Allen, Ryan Kerrigan and Montez Sweat. The pass rush in 2019 was solid (10th with 46 sacks), but the position groups behind them leave something to be desired. Washington's talent up front should allow it to be fantasy relevant at times, but it's unlikely to be a reliable option week-to-week.

The Redskins gave up 552 yards and 41 points to the Giants in Week 16 and play the Cowboys in the season finale.

Analysis: Washington had one sack and zero takeaways against one of the most turnover-prone offenses in the league, providing zero fantasy value in Week 16. The Redskins have been a solid defensive unit at times in 2019, but there's little reason to have confidence in them heading into a Week 17 matchup with the Cowboys, which average 425.8 YPG and 25.8 PPG.

The Redskins surrendered 31 offensive points and 415 yards to Eagles Week 15 and play the Giants on Sunday.

Analysis: Washington had two sacks and one takeaway but generally struggled to get off the field, allowing 11 of 16 third-down conversions. Week 16 against the Giants presents a friendlier matchup, though QB Daniel Jones (ankle) is expected to return from his two-game absence. The rookie QB has committed 21 turnovers, so there should still be plenty of playmaking chances for the Redskins. The Washington D/ST ranks tied-7th in sacks (42) and tied-10th in takeaways (21) despite their struggles elsewhere,…read more

The Redskins allowed 341 yards during the 20-15, Week 14 loss to the Packers and play the Eagles on Sunday.

Analysis: Washington appeared set to be blown out after surrendered 14 points during the first quarter, but it played well the rest of the afternoon and gave up only a pair of field goals. The Redskins provided decent value with one takeaway and four sacks, and the defensive unit has been fairly productive over the last four contests with 17 sacks and seven takeaways. Facing a scuffling Eagles offense in Week 15 wouldn't be the worst play in the world, but it was still be a risky proposition for a…read more

The Redskins held the Panthers to 278 yards and 21 points in Week 13 and will play the Packers on Sunday.

Analysis: Washington allowed a mere 3.8 yards per play as it stifled the Carolina offense most of the day, thanks in part to seven sacks and two takeaways. The Redskins ranked tied-seventh in takeaways (19) and ninth in sacks (36), so the production is there in the right matchup. However, the Packers have the second-fewest giveaways in the league (eight) and don't fit that criteria. Better defensive options should be available for Week 14.

The Redskins had four takeaways during the Week 12, 19-16 win over the Lions and play the Panthers on Sunday.

Analysis: Steven Sims added Washington's only touchdown of the game with a 91-yard kick return TD, while the defense also recorded six sacks. Overall it was an outstanding performance, as the Redskins tied-seventh in takeaways (17) and tied-14th in sacks (29). The matchup with Carolina this week isn't overly daunting, but Washington's 28th-ranked rush defense (137.6 YPG) could prove problematic when facing RB Christian McCaffrey. The Redskins have proven to be a decent defensive unit at times this…read more

The Redskins allowed 400 yards during the 34-17, Week 11 loss to the Jets and will play the Lions on Sunday.

Analysis: Washington had two sacks and a pair of takeaways but gave up 8.6 yards per pass in the defeat. Backup QB Jeff Driskel is set to receive another start for the Lions, but he's actually played relatively well in relief of Matthew Stafford (back). The Washington D/ST will always be at a disadvantage due to their own offensive issues, and Detroit hasn't struggled enough under Driskel to warrant consideration for Week 12.