Saints Tight End Benjamin Watson Says Opposing Player Once Thanked Him During Game for Helping His Fantasy Team

Fantasy sports knows no race, creed or occupation, apparently.

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On Friday, New Orleans Saints tight end Benjamin Watson stopped by the ESPN Fantasy Focus Football podcast and revealed that a player on the Washington Redskins thanked him in the middle of a game this past Sunday for helping his fantasy football team. 

“It actually came up on the football field last week, randomly,” Watson said. “You’ll be happy to hear this. As a fantasy guy, you’re going to be really happy to hear this. As a non-fantasy guy, I was kind of confused." 

Since the departure of Jimmy Graham, the Saints needed to fill a huge void at tight end and surprisingly, the 34-year-old Watson has had a bit of a career resurgence this season. Heading into the bye week, the 12-year veteran has 46 receptions, three touchdowns and 551 receiving yards, sixth among tight ends.  

With stats like that at a position where it's hard to find quality, consistent fantasy football production, showing your appreciation, even if it is during an NFL game, is something that should definitely happen. Just sayin'.

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[via The Washington Post]

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