skins island connection Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 When: Thursday night Where: Metrodome, Minnesota A question to ask yourself, or someone else; is this the beginning of a repeat of the 2012 season? The Redskins come off a huge and very important win against a good Chargers team. It was a physical, emotional battle for over 60 minutes, but a determined running game by Morris proved to be the difference maker, as they squeaked out a 30-24 OT win. Minnesota comes off a very disappointing loss against Dallas, a game they had well in hand, but as time was running out, they gave up a TD in the loss. Griffin looked a little better, but was still making some fundamental errors, but he is finding his legs once again, and the running game of Morris proved to be the stabilizing catalyst needed in the win. The defense played better, there is still issues which involve personnel alignment, but going to more of a press coverage slowed down Rivers & co. enough to give the offense another chance. Make no bones about it; the Vikings are a much better team than their record indicates; they have one of, if not the best, back in the game. AP is a chore for any team to defend, and alot of their success comes from play action off their running game. Sound familiar? This game will be hard fought, and down to the wire; look for an unsung hero to step up this week to give the Redskins the edge they need to win this game, which has the makings for quite a few big plays. In the end, after the horn blows, Redskins 31 Vikings 23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyron Biggums Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 I have a feeling the game will be tight for 3 quarters with the Skins pulling away late. Skins 33 Vikes 21 HTTR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emor09 Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 I'm always worried when we face a QB with quick legs that can extend plays or pick up yards by himself. I'm looking forward to Trent vs Jared Allen. All that said, the only Vikings game I watched all year was the Monday Night against the Giants, and they set the game of football back 60 years. Redskins 31 Vikings 17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commander PK Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 For the most part, in the modern NFL records mean absolutely nothing at kick off. The 0-8 Bucs almost pulled the upset of the year yesterday. I think we win another close one. Skins 28 Minnesota 24 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek1973 Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 After what happened yesterday to even think we lose this one would devastate any Redskins fan. If we run the ball and play action of the Read option we should be just fine. This is the 2nd game where our D will be playing a below average QB, I just hope we can tackle well (that has been a huge problem for us) because AP will be bringing it. Redskins 34 Vikings 17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WheresRickySanders83 Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 Minnesota will probably be without its starting RT (Loadholt--started every game of his career since 2009) and TE (Kyle Rudolph). Skins 35 Vikings 21 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warhead36 Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 Skins 20 Vikings 14 Lower scoring game, Ponder makes some plays but we do just enough to win. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helios Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 I don't know guys, this game has me worried. Classic trap game. Minnesota nearly beat Dallas yesterday, they will be at home and still sour. Add to the fact that the game is on Thursday and they have to travel.. I think they can (and HAVE to) pull off a win, but it will be brutal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fat Stupid Loser Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 We should win this, so we won't. One side of the ball or the other (or both) will revert to ineptitude. Vikes 27 Skins 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hiz and Herzog Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 Great win yesterday! Took my Dad for his 70th b-day to our first game ever. Section 223 rows 4 and 5 were representing to the fullest. Short turn around off the emotional win: Vikings 21 Skins 31 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephenDavis Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 I think we're going to turn the corner in this game. If the running game is working like it has the last 5 games then we'll win. I'm going with a rare comfortable win for us where we as fans can sit back and enjoy normal blood pressure throughout. Redskins- 35 Vikes- 17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audible_Red40 Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 I hate the short week and travelling in the short week. It's a huge disadvantage, but mostly is you play a superior team. Having said that the Vikings are not superior, I am taking the Skins in this one. Heavy dose of the run game. Skins: 31 Vikings: 20 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
repo_4 Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 I think we see a heavy dose of AlMo and a late Vikes TD makes me take another heart pill, but we still pull it out. Redskins - 34 Vikings - 27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mania Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 I see a good comfortable win next week to start out streak and the 2nd half of the season. Skins 34 Vikes 21 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuposse87 Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 God I wish the vikings held on to beat Romo sits to pee. Ponder didn't look too terrible either. AD is beginning to hit his stride it seems. I'll be positive and say: 38-27 skins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warhead36 Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 I don't think the short week matters that much. We had a short week last year when we played on Turkey Day and had our best offensive performance of the season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD_washingtonredskins Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 I'm expecting an ugly game. I think it will be tight for a while and I'm hoping we do enough to pull it out late. I'll stay optimistic for 3-4 more days and predict: Redskins 20 Vikings 16 I think Peterson gains 120+ yards on the ground but we do just enough against their passing game. I'm hoping we can generate a pass rush this game. On offense, I think we'll have our hands full and need to revert to the ground game to stay afloat. If we figure out a way to win, it will be nice to have 10 days to entertain thoughts of turning the season around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaGoonie55 Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 This game is on the Defense - you know they are going to run the football and PA off of that. Also that Patterson kid on special teams is giving me nightmares..... It'll be too close for comfort Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riggo-toni Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 Someone already took my 31-17 Skins prediction, so I'll just add this. Kerrigan gets an INT Thurs night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BraunMan92 Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 Compared to the Chargers, this should be a relatively easy win. Skins 40 Vikings 17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiverboatGambler Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 I have a sick feeling about this game. We can't seem to get anything going consistently but ewe have won 3 of our last 5. The Vikes will be pissed after what happened in JerryWorld. We won't be able to stop AP Jared Allen WILL get his hands on Robert...A lot. We are only 1 point favorites which seems strange and they line could move in their direction before gametime. It will be close Either way but I have Skins by 1. 22-21 If we win people will lose it. If we lose people will lose it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helios Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 Why are some people thinking it will be a breeze? They nearly beat Dallas at home and are a better team than their record indicates. I honestly have no clue who I think will win, it's a toss up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjfootballer Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 Why are some people thinking it will be a breeze? They nearly beat Dallas at home and are a better team than their record indicates. I honestly have no clue who I think will win, it's a toss up. This is what I never understand in these threads. What in the Sam Hill have the Redskins done in the last 20 years to make anyone believe they win games 40-17, unless you are an irrational homer? I stopped predicting scores last year and won't predict this score, but recent trends with the Redskins are that: 1) It will be a down to the last drive type game. 2) We will play down to a team with a lesser record 3) I'll say at least 100 F-Bombs by halftime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDiplomat Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 Minnesota will probably be without its starting RT (Loadholt--started every game of his career since 2009) and TE (Kyle Rudolph). Skins 35 Vikings 21 Yup, Jay Glazer @JayGlazer9m Just got a text from Kyle Rudolph. Broke his foot, he's out 4-6 weeks. Not Lis Franc but different kind of fracture That helps tremendously. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRobi21 Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 Kyle Rudolph being out is huge. He's the only threat I was really worried about for the Vikes passing game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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