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Five Redskins to watch on Monday Night Football vs. Bears

By Jacob Camenker

LANDOVER, MD - SEPTEMBER 15: Case Keenum #8 of the Washington Redskins waits to be introduced prior to playing against the Dallas Cowboys at FedExField on September 15, 2019 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images)
LANDOVER, MD - SEPTEMBER 15: Case Keenum #8 of the Washington Redskins waits to be introduced prior to playing against the Dallas Cowboys at FedExField on September 15, 2019 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) /
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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – SEPTEMBER 08: Terry McLaurin #17 of the Washington Redskins runs for a second quarter touchdown after catching a pass against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on September 08, 2019 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – SEPTEMBER 08: Terry McLaurin #17 of the Washington Redskins runs for a second quarter touchdown after catching a pass against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on September 08, 2019 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images) /

5. WR Terry McLaurin

Many expected Terry McLaurin to be good when he was drafted in the third round by the Redskins. But did anyone expect him to be this good this quickly?

In two games to start the season, McLaurin has been nothing short of terrific. He has 10 catches for 187 yards and two touchdowns while serving as an excellent deep threat for the Washington offense. He could’ve had another long touchdown too had he not been slightly overshot by Case Keenum in Week 1 against the Philadelphia Eagles.

That said, McLaurin is going to be seeing a lot of attention moving forward, as he is far and away the team’s best receiving option. The Bears have one of the league’s better defenses, and cornerback Kyle Fuller has been one of the best in the league at his position over the past couple of years. If he shadows McLaurin, the rookie could have a tough day.

Still, McLaurin possesses top-notch route running ability and the speed to separate. He could really establish himself as a star if he can put on a solid performance against the Bears. Doing well against the Eagles and Cowboys was one thing, but getting 100-yard game or a long touchdown catch against the Bears will be another.

If the Redskins offense wants to move the ball, McLaurin will need to get going. To do that, he’ll need to beat Fuller. It will be interesting to see if he can do that and it makes him one of the top players to watch moving forward.

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