The one thing the Eagles have struggled to find has been a wide receiver that can take the top off of defenses. Coincidentally, Desean Jackson has continued to be one of the best deep threats in the NFL since he was released by the Eagles in 2014.

Jackson is currently in a contract year and has been frustrated with the lack of deep ball connections that he and Kirk Cousins have been able to make.

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“It’s going how it’s going right now,” Jackson said. “We are working and doing what we can, trying to stay patient and hopefully connect on some of them. As a wide receiver that can do great things down the field and make big plays, I know we need a little more of that.”

Conversely, Jackson has watched a few of the nationally televised Eagles games and likes what he sees from rookie signal caller Carson Wentz.

“I definitely saw a couple of games,” Jackson said. “He’s very impressive. He is doing a great job as a rookie. It’s exciting to see a young guy come in and do some great things.”

Could Jackson and Wentz be future teammates? If the Redskins allow Jackson to hit the free agent market, Philadelphia would be a perfect place for Jackson to finish his career. He has an established relationship with Eagles coach Pederson from their days together when Andy Reid was the coach.

“I am happy to see Doug there,” Jackson said. “I respect him and congratulate him on getting the job. He’s done some good things since he left and went to Kansas City and now he’s back. I have a good relationship with him.”

Jackson did not close the door on the possibility of his returning to the Eagles when asked by the Philadelphia media on a conference call.

“We still have 11 games here,” Jackson said. “Next year I will be a free agent, and you never know how things will turn out. Hopefully, it will be here in Washington, but you never know how things turn out. You keep your options open, play it smart and do what you have to do to stay in the NFL. I want to play another five or seven years in this game.”

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Jackson said he doesn’t have any hard feelings towards Philadelphia other than the people who released him. He said that’s a different story but alluded to the fact that Chip Kelly is not in Philadelphia anymore.

Philadelphia will always hold a special place in Jackson’s heart, even though he is now a featured member of the Washington Redskins offense. He’s looking forward to playing against his former team on Sunday.

“Anytime you get to play, it’s a blessing,” Jackson said. “It’s going to mean little more. I started in Philadelphia.”

Jackson has been able to find success against the Eagles in the three games that he has played since being released. He has 13 receptions for 283 yards and a touchdown against Philadelphia.

A return to Philadelphia could be in the cards for Jackson. The Eagles should aggressively pursue him if he becomes a free agent after the 2016 season.