RB Matt Jones 1 of 4 Redskins players listed as questionable
The Redskins have won four in a row, which lifted them to a NFC East title.
Two of them – the Vikings and Packers – were opponents this season, with the Cardinals beating each of them at University of Phoenix Stadium.
“I think you have to remember, (Rodgers is) a great player”. But the Chiefs, after a 1-5 start, come in with a 10-game winning streak and a defense that has emerged as one of the best in the league. However, injuries and poor execution have led to a very unprecedented 4-6 record over their past 10 games, including a miracle “Hail Mary” win over the Detroit Lions that could have made it 3-7.
The Green Bay Packers (10-6) suffered a 20-13 loss to the Minnesota Vikings last week.
Washington is the 12th team in the last 13 years to win their division after finishing last the prior season. Redskin fans need no reminder about the 24-14 loss in 2012 to Seattle, their last time hosting a playoff game.
The Packers ad Redskins play one another on Sunday at 4:40 p.m. ET on FOX.
Beginning with the knee injury Jordy Nelson suffered in preseason that cost the Packers’ top wide receiver his entire year, through a successful period of relative health early on and then attrition along the offensive and defensive lines late in the slipping campaign, the team constantly has been battling a multitude of bumps and bruises – or, as they’re known in Green Bay, hamstring strains and ankle sprains. He was sacked 46 times, second-most in the NFL. “We have to prove to ourselves we can win the big games”, Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers said.
The Green Bay Packers are one of the coldest teams in the NFL. On the ground, Alfred Morris rushed for 100 yards in 19 attempts while Pierre Thomas added 30 yards in seven attempts. At right is running back Matt Jones.
Micah Hyde has a scouting report on Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins that you won’t find anywhere else. The Super Bowl Champion and 2-time NFL MVP must command respect every time he walks onto a football field.
ALONG THE LINE: A young Redskins offensive line – RG Brandon Scherff, RT Morgan Moses and LG Spencer Long became starters this season – allowed only 27 sacks. The offense has been inconsistent mainly because the remaining receivers have had trouble getting open. Washington is the smart pick in the Sunday’s matchup. The whole offense looks dysfunctional, even with Head Coach Mike McCarthy calling plays.
Aaron Rodgers is going to have to step up his game, but the blame shouldn’t be put on Rodgers. “The things that we’ve done wrong are just as important as the things we’ve done right”. Rodgers has the ability to meticulously carve away chunks of yardage.
Washington has won four straight games.