Intriguing players to watch in Falcons vs. Commanders

As usual, there are many captivating players on the Atlanta Falcons heading into their Week 12 matchup against the Washington Commanders. But by decree of the Football Gods, only five can be named as intriguing each week, and I must follow that decree.

Here are this week’s five.

Drake London

With tight end Kyle Pitts going on injured reserve, it leaves the Falcons without their primary pass-catching weapon. That is where rookie Drake London must don the mantle.

London already leads the team across all receiving categories, but must contribute even more with Pitts out of the lineup. He should have a favorable matchup this week in Washington, where starting cornerbacks Kendall Fuller and Benjamin…