8. DeSean Jackson gives Famous Jameis another weapon
Almost as baffling as Washington’s stance regarding Kirk Cousins is the franchise’s willingness to let both DeSean Jackson and Pierre Garcon hit free agency. There is a good chance the Redskins will lose both receivers, too, despite the fact they led the team’s receiving corps last year.
Jackson has made a lot of news because of comments he made about potentially re-joining the Philadelphia Eagles now that Chip Kelly is no longer part of the equation.
However, another team, perhaps a dark horse to land the talented speedster, has emerged as a potential landing spot. It’s been reported that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers could lasso Jackson — a move quarterback Jameis Winston wholeheartedly supports.
It makes perfect sense, too. Both from Jackson’s perspective and from the perspective of what Tampa Bay needs to take things to the next level as a true contender in the NFC.
The Bucs need to pair talented wideout Mike Evans with another talented receiver, and Jackson would be a perfect complement to what Evans can do. Both are deep threats, but whereas Evans is more of a perimeter guy who can make plays in the deep middle as well, Jackson’s quickness is perfect for the short and intermediate game underneath.
The Bucs have tons of cap space with which to lure Jackson to Tampa Bay. We’d love to see it happen.