5 years agoWashington Redskins running back Chris Thompson ranks second on the team in targets and receiving yards, and is tied with Terry McLaurin for the team lead in catches. A nonexistent ground attack has forced Washington to turn to Thompson in the passing game more often, and the result has been a fantasy-friendly workload. His opponent this week is a Giants team that has given up just 10 receptions to opposing backs, but that's likely just a reflection of the offensive philosophies of New York's first three opponents. The targets should be there for Thompson on Sunday and the Giants have been an all-around poor defense, so he could serve as a starter for RB-needy PPR owners.--Chris O'Reilly
Source: Pro Football Reference