Sunday 30 October 2016 10:08, UK
The Washington Redskins take on the Cincinnati Bengals live from Wembley Stadium on Sunday. Sky Sports assess the key players that could make the difference in London.
Kirk Cousins
The franchise-tagged quarterback struggled in the early part of the season, as players and fans questioned his ability to lead the team. However, a four-game winning streak went a long way to restoring confidence in Cousins. Despite the week seven loss to the Detroit Lions, it was another encouraging performance and if Cousins can stay mistake free, he gives Washington a chance to get to their bye week at 5-3.
Cousins, who has called this game a 'business trip', has a specialised sleep rota and is wearing glasses at night to help minimise any jet lag effects. If his on-field execution is as calculated as his preparation, the Redskins should be confident of a big performance from the QB.
Jamison Crowder
It has been a breakout season for the second-year wide receiver, who already has four touchdowns this season, surpassing the three he scored last season. Crowder has become Cousins' favourite receiver, but he also poses a threat as a punt returner, leading the league with 207 yards.
The Redskins are currently ranked third for passing yards this season and Crowder has been a key contributor. Expect him to see a lot of the ball on Sunday.
Jordan Reed
The Redskins are a different proposition with their tight end at full fitness. Reed had been cleared following a concussion suffered against the Philadelphia Eagles, but regressed and missed the loss against the Lions. Despite his insistence that he is "100%", it is still unclear whether Reed will travel to London.
If he does make the plane, Reed offers Washington a legitimate red zone threat that they have been missing. He scored 11 touchdowns last year, and has the potential to be the second best tight end in the league, if he can stay healthy.
DeSean Jackson
Jackson has had an underwhelming first half of the season by his own standards. After an impressive pre-season, it was widely expected that Washington's offensive hopes would rest on the shoulders of the three-time Pro Bowler. However, Jackson has been under 40 yards on four different occasions this season, and hasn't had 100 yards receiving since week one against the Steelers.
Having said that, Jackson is a perennial threat as one of the fastest wide outs in the league. He has been limited by the system, used mainly in short routes, but if Cousins can find him in open space, there are few corners who can hang with him.
Defence
Another player battling to make the plane is cornerback Josh Norman, who suffered a concussion against Detroit. If Washington have to face A.J Green and the Bengals without their number one corner, it may be a tough afternoon for Redskins fans.
