There is a simple key to the game today. Just score. Three weeks ago, the Redskins looked like the NFC Elite. That Giants opening game loss...just first game jitters for the team and their rookie head coach. Then came St. Louis and Cleveland. While only losing on a last minute field goal to the Rams, and still winning over the hapless Browns, there is a question out there whether the Redskins are one of the best. Now comes Detroit.
The Lions are worse than both the renewed Rams and the Browns. Playing in Detroit shouldn't be a problem. What Washington needs to do is score early and often. Let's not let Suisham dictate scoring attempts. Campbell should finally have an outbreak game and throw a few touchdowns. The receiving corp should be beating this defense. Most of all, Portis should continue his high yardage ways. I think even Rock Cartwright or Alexander might make it in the end zone.
On defense, the lack of Springs and potentially Taylor shouldn't prevent much of a problem. With Kitna on IR and Roy Williams joining his name-sake in Dallas, there seems to be no threat from the Lion offense. I see many three and outs in their future.
The Redskins should easily win today. A win is a win, but a narrow margin of victory leaves questions of whether the team can advance to and through the playoffs. You can follow my commentary of the game on Twitter.
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