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Washington Football Team: Five players to watch in Week 7 vs. Cowboys

By Jacob Camenker

LANDOVER, MARYLAND - OCTOBER 04: Wide receiver Terry McLaurin #17 of the Washington Football Team catches a pass in front of cornerback Khalil Dorsey #31 of the Baltimore Ravens in the second half at FedExField on October 04, 2020 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
LANDOVER, MARYLAND - OCTOBER 04: Wide receiver Terry McLaurin #17 of the Washington Football Team catches a pass in front of cornerback Khalil Dorsey #31 of the Baltimore Ravens in the second half at FedExField on October 04, 2020 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images) /
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LANDOVER, MARYLAND – OCTOBER 11: Montez Sweat #90 of the Washington Football Team celebrates with teammate Chase Young #99 after a play in the second half against the Los Angeles Rams at FedExField on October 11, 2020 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
LANDOVER, MARYLAND – OCTOBER 11: Montez Sweat #90 of the Washington Football Team celebrates with teammate Chase Young #99 after a play in the second half against the Los Angeles Rams at FedExField on October 11, 2020 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) /

1. EDGEs Chase Young and Montez Sweat

The Cowboys are without their two top offensive tackles in Tyron Smith and La’el Collins. Both are out for the year as they nurse injuries that have sidelined them long-term. Additionally, their top swing tackle, Brandon Knight, is out after having knee surgery while center Joe Looney and right guard Zack Martin are out as well.

Because of all of these injuries, Washington should have a massive advantage against the Dallas offensive line in this contest. Washington has a great pass rush and while they’ve cooled down a bit after a strong start against the Eagles, they still have the talent needed to pressure Andy Dalton.

Making Dalton uncomfortable will be the key to rattling the Cowboys and make it difficult for them to win. In order for that to happen, Washington will need to rely on their young edge rush duo Chase Young and Montez Sweat to make that happen. The two are elite athletes and they should be able to handle Terrance Steele, Greg Senat, and whoever else the Cowboys play on their offensive line with ease.

Chase Young and Montez Sweat could have one of the best days of their young careers in this contest. The matchup is just so good and their athletic ability should let them find success. If they can get pressure, the secondary should hold up well and Dalton will turn the ball over.

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Sacks and turnovers will be able to sink the Cowboys’ ship to get those, Young and Sweat will have to be at their best. For that reason, they’re the top Washington players to watch in Week 7 and should have a chance to make a big impact on the game.

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