Week 6: VIKINGS (4-1) at Redskins (2-3)

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http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/10/07/robert-griffin-iii-thinks-hell-play-next-week/

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I hope RGIII can play, I really want to see how he has come along. Dont get to see him all that often. I also want to see where the Vikes pass defense is truly at and RGIII has been a pretty good passer.

He will obviously pose problems for the Vikes defense, might need to use Everson Griffen as a spy or something, RGIII is used often in the run game.

Speaking of run game, he Redskins running attack led by Alfred Morris looks legit. Morris seems like another 1300 yard rusher that comes out of know where due to Shanahan's system.

This will be a huge test for the Vikes run defense, both in stopping Morris and the ZBS, but also limiting RGIII.

I like this match up for the Vikes offense. The Redskins pass rush has struggled without Orakpo and there secondary is horrid. Running might be tough but I think this is a game where Ponder can put up 280 yards and multiple TD throws.

[Klomp]

The biggest thing that worries me is going on the road, will we bring the right intensity? If we do, we win. If not, we probably lose.

We need to treat RG3 with the same physicality that we treated Calvin Johnson. I know they play different positions, but thats the type of physical play we need to bring. If we do that, I think our defense will be fine. Our run defense doesn't worry me against Morris.

On offense, we are playing against a 3-4, which is something to keep an eye on. Ponder needs to be smart with the football. The Redskins already have 4 defensive TDs this season(Turnover Ratio: +7). We need to watch out and be careful that THIS doesn't happen. It almost happened at Detroit, the Redskins will be ready for it, and they've shown that they can make a play on the ball.

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I'd be worried about this game if we didn't convincingly beat the Lions on the road last week, but we did, so I know we have the emotional ability to do it. If Griffin is out than this should be a win for us. This Redskins team is essentially the exact same as the one we beat last year on the road. They are also without Orakpo and Carriker.
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[Klomp]

Two hours later, I want to reiterate: We CANNOT overlook the Redskins!

The Skins' 2-3 record may not look impressive, but they have been in every game, and have played some good teams. That was an impressive performance versus the undefeated Falcons on Sunday.
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I fully expect RGIII to play...and I'm glad. I wouldn't want any excuses to be made about why the Vikings won when they do.

For all of RGIII's mobility, I'm not significantly concerned. If the Vikings have a weakness against running QBs, it's up the middle, so if they can stretch him outside or keep him in the pocket, I think they'll be okay. Granted though, I haven't watched enough of Redskins' play to know what his tendencies are (maybe one of our Virginia fans can let us know).

This Alfred Morris guy has certainly been effective this year, but that's typical for a Shanahan RB (at least in his Broncos' years). The Vikings are pretty good against the run though (#4 in the NFL according to footballoutsiders.com), so I think they can contain him.

For all the loading up the Redskins did at the WR position, it's the TE that's been the leader, The WRs have had little impact.

Defensively, the Redskins are middle of the pack overall, but pretty poor against the pass (31st against the pass according to NFL.com, but not much better according to footballoutsiders.com, at #27).

Fortunately, the Vikings will have the chance to light up 2 of their former secondary players, Madieu Williams and Cedric Griffin, just like everyone else did when they were in their secondary.
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