Fanspeak: Washington Redskins Keys to the Game

Five thoughts on Redskins NFC East battle this Sunday and my prediction:   1. The defense was awful versus the Vikings.  Let me say it again the defense was awful versus the Vikings.  And now comes the Eagles who after a couple weeks of not being able to score have found their rhythm now with … More »

  1. The game features two teams that have been far from good this season but will feature two of the league’s top two running backs. One is averaging 5.2 yards per carry while the other one is at 4.6 yards per.  But you would Adrian Peterson is the 5.2 guy but he isn’t.  Alfred … More »

Here are my 5 keys to Sunday’s Game:   1. Get Griffin Going Early: I want to see the Redskins come out with basically the same game plan they had in Griffin’s first game last year versus the Saints. Now I don’t think Griffin is going to be as mobile and able to do some … More »

Here are my keys to the game and what to watch for in the Redskins vs. Eagles Monday Night divisional showdown:   1. How will Robert Griffin III play in his first game action? Not many quarterbacks step into week one without taking a single preseason snap but Griffin will do that on Monday.  Griffin did … More »

Here are 5 things I’m looking for in the Redskins’ 3rd Preseason Game against the Bills:   1.  Keep everyone healthy. The Redskins cannot afford any more injuries to players who will make the 53 man roster.  So far it has been tough and the Steelers game didn’t help.  I don’t expect Mike Shanahan to … More »

By Staff Writer John Manuel: Playoffs are here for the Washington Redskins, so here are my keys to the game and what to watch for in Sunday’s Playoff battle against the Seahawks: 1. This matchup brings us the two hottest teams in the NFC. The Redskins have won seven games in a row while the … More »

By Staff Writer John Manuel: Its Dallas Week.  Here are my keys to the game for the Redskins to beat the Cowboys in the Sunday Night Showdown at FedEx for the NFC East crown. 1 – I will get right into it with first and foremost we need to look at the opponent.  The Dallas … More »

By Staff Writer John Manuel: Previewing the Redskins @ the Eagles this Sunday with keys to the game and what to watch for. 1 – First Meeting vs. This Game: Based on the first meeting between the Redskins and Eagles, as well as the Eagles losses at home versus the Bengals and Panthers, I would … More »

Check out Fanspeak DC for more DC blogs! By Staff Writer John Manuel: Here are the five biggest factors for the Redskins to defeat the Cleveland Browns this Sunday: 1.  First question is obvious, what should be the determination on if Robert Griffin III plays Sunday. Monday I would have given little chance that he … More »

Check out Fanspeak DC page! Check out our Sports Trivia Nights in Arlington! By Staff Writer John Manuel: 1. Offensive System & Play Calling: I think the one major advantage right now the Redskins have is with how their offensive system and play calling has been working compared to the Ravens.  The Redskins have constantly been … More »