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Re-watched Redskins vs. Cowboys - Observations


So I got to re-watch the Redskins vs. Cowboys game, and here's my thoughts. I don't post often here, so I'm happy to accept any criticism openly. I'll make this short and sweet in outline format:

- We got great pressure bringing 5 or more...we gave poor pressure when bringing just 4; I'm almost at the point of saying, "screw it, 4 isn't enough...just bring 5+ and hope for the secondary");

- Kai Forbath has regained my trust. Field goals were spot on, and kickoffs looked improved;

-Brandon Merriweather played his best game as a Redskin...sure, a few lucky breaks, but a solid(coverage, tackling,) game, and it showed;

- (Here comes my beat down) - I just saw the mid-game interview with Jerry Jones...I thought he came across just fine. I know we all love to crush him (as do I), but I admired his poise and honesty, and thought he sounded like a "normal" person. He made a couple good points and it was over...I just hope Dan Snyder could do that well;

- B. Breeland was outstanding. This was so refreshing to see. He, along with David Amerson, seem to be an upward trend for our much needed developing secondary;

- Colt McCoy delivered when it counted. He knows his role, and it's nice to see that he's put in the work to be counted on in a tough situation. I am a big Kirk Cousins fan, but I would not be hurt if we offload Kirk and make Colt the permanent backup. I understand this comes from limited footage, but I really liked the determination, decision making, and little bit of "wiggle" that Colt provided.

- The Keenan Robinson sack that caused the Tony Romo injury looked very benign at real speed and during replay. That must have been a previous problem that was waiting to surface. I don't wish injury on anyone (even our most hated rivals), but it definitely helped out;

- DeSean Jackson is pretty much un-coverable. You may not like his antics (I don't)...you may not like his blocking...but no one seems to be able to keep up with him. Had Colt led him another 3 yds on 2 passes, he would have had 2 touchdowns.

I loved the way we finished (regular time) the game. All the blitzing really caused problems for Dallas.;

I know that most of these talking points may have been covered already on this site--it's just that I don't contribute much, and I thought it'd be fun to share. Feel free to argue anything I've said...and most importantly, HTTR!

Dave