NFL Fantasy - The Athletic on Mike Washington Jr.

ArticleMike Washington, Jalen Coker and more shocking fantasy football value plays for...September 9, 2026

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Mike Washington, Jalen Coker and more shocking fantasy football value plays for Week 1

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Mike Washington is a top Week 1 value play sitting on most benches.

Brad Evans identifies Mike Washington as one of his five favorite value plays in Week 1; the source highlights him as a bench player in the vast majority of fantasy leagues with upside potential.

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Ashton Jeanty 29 touches in Week 1. Gotta think he could've gotten to 30 if not for Mike Washington.

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Washington posted 41 rushing yards on seven carries; snap count expected to grow.

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Washington shows promise with 41 rushing yards; snap count expected to increase.

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Notable Week 1 Target share leaders: Chicago - Kalif Raymond (31%) Miami - Malik Washington (29.6%) Green Bay - Matthew Golden (28.6%) Washington - S...

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Washington is Jeanty's clear backup; limited standalone value as insurance policy only.

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Mike Washington is a drop candidate ahead of Week 2.

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