JimmiJo Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 ES Coverage & Game Day Thread - Bills at #Redskins 12/20/15 VICTORY!!! Redskins 35 - 25 Bills It's December 20th, and the Redskins are playing meaningful games. More, they lead the division. I'm not sure what else you could ask for, but if are one of those saying you don't want to win the division at 8-8 or 7-9, I say you can s*** in your hat.Take it any way you can get it. Hello everybody! JimmiJo here, joined by Spaceman Spiff. Together we will bring you today's matchup between the Buffalo Bills and Washington Redskins. I was shocked to hear the Bills are favored 2 and 1/2 right now. As well as the Redskins have played at home, and as erratic as Buffalo have been, I just can't see it. The scenario people will tell you the Redskins can lose today and still get in. Especially as the Giants and Eagles have tough games against the Cardinals and Panthers. I say; 'why chance it?'Here's the scenario I like:Win today. Win next week (which should wrap up the division), and go to Dallas resting people.Speak among yourselves. Try not to spill anything...InactivesThe Redskins declared the following players as inactive:o No. 10 QB Robert Griffin IIIo No. 12 WR Andre Robertso No. 20 S Jeron Johnsono No. 25 RB Chris Thompsono No. 56 LB Perry Riley, Jr.o No. 74 G Arie Kouandjioo No. 87 TE Je’Ron HammNo. 54 Mason Foster is expected to start in place of Riley at linebacker.The Bills declared the following players as inactive:o No. 8 QB Josh Johnsono No. 33 CB Ron Brookso No. 53 LB Nigel Bradhamo No. 54 LB Max Valleso No. 66 T Seantrel Hendersono No. 85 TE Charles Clayo No. 93 DE Lavar EdwardsEarlier in the week, the Bills signed Valles and placed No. 24 CB Stephon Gilmore on their Reserve/Injured list.No. 21 Leodis McKelvin is expected to start in place of Gilmore at cornerback.No. 51 Kevin Reddick is expected to start in place of Bradham at linebacker.No. 79 Jordan Mills is expected to start in place of Henderson at right tackle.No. 89 Chris Gragg is expected to start in place of Clay at tight end.12:50PMAbout ready to get underway. Here's to a good game. You may follow along in-game on Twitter @Skinscast.At the HalfThat was magnificent. See you after...Photoshttps://www.flickr.com/photos/extremeskins/albums/72157662631536535JimmiJoIs it better to be lucky, or good? Right now the Washington Redskins are both. They are the beneficiaries of one of the worst NFC East divisions in years, if not decades. But more important, they are taking advantage of the opportunity. I asked head coach Jay Gruden whether this team is starting to believe in themselves. He answered that the goal of every coach is for the team is consistently improve and that yes, this team is getting better.'Getting better' is an understatement.The Redskins are now 7-7. That's three games better than last season with two more to play. They sit atop the division with a one-game lead over NY, two-games over Dallas, and ask me after tonight about the Eagles.Getting better?They totaled 431-yards of offense. They passed for 308-yards and added another 123 on the ground. Washington converted 7-of-11 third downs for 64-percent. They were 4-for-4 in the red zone and 3-for-3 goal-to-go.Individually, there were quite a few stand-out performances, none bigger than that of Kirk Cousins. Cousins went 22/28 for 319-yards and 4, (count 'em) touchdowns. He finished with a rating of 153.7.And you can't get 'better' than that.They need to find a way to add rushing stats to the quarterback stats. Cousins' 13-yard scamper for the touchdown was a big moment in the game.Cousins spread the ball to seven different receivers. DeSean Jackson caught 6 for 153-yards and the touchdown. Jackson turned a very nice deep out into glory as the defender slipped and Jackson was able to use his speed to separate.Jordan Reed had another monster day, finishing 7-for-7 for 84 yards and 2 touchdowns. Pierre Garcon reeled in 3 catches for 34-yards. Garcon's chain-moving grab on 3rd-and-16 at the end of the 3rd quarter kept a clock-killing drive going.Alfred Morris had arguably his best game of the year. He finished with 84-yards on 14-carries. His 48-yard scamper in the second quarter was a career-long. Defensively, the Redskins continue to improve. The goal-line stand at the end of the first half was amazing. The Bills took five shots inside the Redskins' 10, only to come away with nothing. Most impressive was the penetration Washington was getting in the center of Buffalo's line. Made all the difference.For the third-week running, the Redskins have played a meaningful game in December. For the last two they have come away with a win. With the Giants' loss today, a win in Philadelphia will clinch the division. I cannot tell you how happy I would be to see Washington resting players against Dallas. Next week is the biggest game this team has had since the final week of 2012. Then, Washington was playing the Cowboys at home for the playoffs and the division. This time, they are on the road against the Eagles.In speaking to players in the locker room after the game, I got the sense this is a team with laser-like focus right now. They are playing with an urgency I haven't seen around here in a while. Attribute that to the leadership of the coaching staff.This team seems to be growing up before our eyes. So is Jay Gruden. I said at the end of last year that I thought he could be a good coach. I think he is starting to show it.But before I crown them, we better wait to see what they do next week on the road with an Eagles' team looking for some payback. They would love nothing more than to win the division at the expense of the Washington Redskins and former teammate, DeSean Jackson.I will be covering next week, and look forward to seeing you then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alwaysaskin Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 I'd like to see back to back wins today Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMUSkins Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 Heading to Buffalo Bros in Raleigh to represent our side. Big game today... Let's go! HTTR!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morrison J Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 Hoping Breeland is given one job today. Just follow Sammy Watkins everywhere. We shut down Watkins, we should win. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taco Bell Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 this game is so huge I hope they come to play today... 45 more minutes too long of a wait Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alwaysaskin Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 I want to see a decisive win, it's the home finale, and a chance to get to .500 at this point in the season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 Hoping Breeland is given one job today. Just follow Sammy Watkins everywhere. We shut down Watkins, we should win.Still got to contain Shady. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregpeck99 Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 I'd like to see an aggressive offensive game plan. Skins need 24 points at least to win this huge game! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyvern Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 Darn, I was hoping Mario Williams was still under the weather today and wouldn't play. Sadly no, so it looks like the O-line is really going to have to step up their game today. (Especially LeRibeus and Long!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rattlesnake88 Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 Huge game guys! I'm so excited to be watching big games in late December! Why not us? Our fans deserve this. Our team has worked their butts off through injuries, our coach has been through scrutiny and our "backup" quarterback has been creating diamonds out of pressure . May the football gods be with us. Hail to the redskins! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voice_of_Reason Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 We're only about 25minutes away from a2 yard Morris run on the 1st 1st down of the game! I jest. But I really hope we throw more on 1st downs early. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRAVEONTHEWARPATH93 Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 ugh..QB contract news before the game brings back bad memories Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooleyfan1993 Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 Well...I have all my skins gear on (slippers, socks, pajama pants, equipment staff shirt, jersey, hat....I've done my part. Now it's up to the redskins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Idaho fan Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 Could be a big day for a couple big plays down the field - Buffalo does not have a great secondary. Would like to see Jackson and Garcon go off. While next weeks game matters most, a win today is helpful and would just add to a growing confidence that is needed. Skins need to go out and maintain its hold on the top spot in the NFCE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s0crates Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 I'm feeling strangely calm about this game. I'm usually more nervous than this. Don't know if that is a good thing or a bad thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A_SKIN_OR_DIE Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 Big game for the oline. How does the Offense keep the defense backed up I ask? I hope Grudens guy play book looks so. Still waiting for Reed QB pass. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSSkinz Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 Got my stress ball and anti-depressants, lets do this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandymac27 Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 Come on Skins! We can do this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 I'm kinda pumped for this game, today. And I'm not really sure why. To me, this game is nowhere near as big as next week. I predicted like 6 weeks ago that the NFCE was going to come down to whoever won the division games, and I still think that's the case. (In fact, I was even contemplating trying to start a discussion on whether we should, well, not "rest the starters", but maybe "be really cautious about any player that's close to the line, injury-wise". But I decided not to, because it is possible, if we finish L-W-W, that we lose the division. (If NYG wins out.) But it feels like a big game, anyway. If this were a year or two ago, I'd be feeling that "I hope the players think it's important". But this year, I don't have that fear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC9 Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 Still got to contain Shady. Tyrod Taylor is a duel threat as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonesbr549 Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 Well date with destiny. Which one? Go skins! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC9 Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 ugh..QB contract news before the game brings back bad memories I was AT the debacle, who you telling? #ColdWetAndPissedOff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonesbr549 Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 Normally I pull for my hokie brethren, not today Come on skins we can do this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warhead36 Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 Time to finally beat Buffalo and win 2 in a row Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s0crates Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 Kickoff will be coming soon. This Nationwide thing is catchy. I think I've reached saturation point though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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