Kirk Cousins

Only start him if Drake London is confirmed to play; otherwise sit him — his first game was underwhelming and people say he’s not reliable week to week. If you need a short-term fill-in and London is active, he could work, but keep him on the bench until you check London’s status and the matchup.

If Michael Penix Jr. can’t play because of his knee, Kirk Cousins should start; otherwise just keep an eye on him. If your league has deep rosters or you’ve got an extra quarterback spot, grab Cousins now and only move him into your lineup if Penix is ruled out; in smaller leagues don’t bother unless Penix looks likely to miss time.

Cousins could become the starter if Michael Penix Jr. keeps struggling. If your league is deep or lets you start two quarterbacks, pick him up as a cheap bench pickup; in regular one-quarterback leagues just watch coach comments, injury reports, or a clear benching/trade over the next week before using a roster spot.

Don’t draft him in the early or middle rounds — only grab him in the late rounds as a backup, or wait to pick him up during the season if a trade or injury makes him the starter.