Redskins vs. Cowboys: 5 players to watch in Week 7

GLENDALE, AZ - SEPTEMBER 09: Quarterback Colt McCoy #12 of the Washington Redskins walks the sidelines during the NFL game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on September 9, 2018 in Glendale, Arizona. The Redskins defeated the Cardinals 24-6. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) /

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LANDOVER, MD – OCTOBER 14: Running back Christian McCaffrey #22 of the Carolina Panthers is tackled by defensive tackle Da’Ron Payne #95 of the Washington Redskins in the second quarter at FedExField on October 14, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) /

No. 3 – DL Daron Payne

It’s been said countless times, and the week is still young. Daron Payne was drafted for games like this.

Until Dak Prescott strings together two games in which he’s the main factor, the Cowboys’ offense runs through 2016 top five pick Ezekiel Elliott. The offensive line may have Joe Looney and Connor Williams in place of previous starters, but the group has performed well this season.

A big deal was made out of the Cowboys’ loss of Travis Frederick, but Sunday’s matchup will not be a guarantee for either team. The Redskins’ front, while talented, is ranked sixth in the league in run defense, while the Cowboys’ line has helped bring along a top five rushing attack.

What happens when an unstoppable force meets an immovable object? Put on your physics goggles, because we’ll find out later this weekend.

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