Daily Slop: Cousins gave newborn son a game ball after 49ers win; Can Scherff do something that no Redskins O-lineman has done since 1991?

Redskins-Eagles: Ingredients For Victory
The Redskins.com crew breaks down the key players and matchups to keep an eye on during Monday's Redskins-Eagles 2017 Week 7 showdown at Lincoln Financial Field.

Can Brandon Scherff do something that no Redskins O-lineman has done since 1991? | NBC Sports Washington
Can Brandon Scherff become the first Redskins position player since 1991 to get one of the NFL's top honors.

E.B. is in love with Kirk Cousins after listening to him mic'd up | NBC Sports Washington
After listening to Kirk Cousins' audio from Sunday's game against the 49ers, E.B. from the Junkies has become even more in love with his QB.

Mic'd up Kirk Cousins shows new side, but familiar personality - Washington Redskins Blog- ESPN
While mic'd up against the 49ers, Kirk Cousins showed off his leadership skills by being more demanding while also giving credit to this teammates.

Kirk Cousins is real nice - and 3 other things we learned from the 49ers game | NBC Sports Washington
Everybody knows Kirk Cousins is a nice guy. How nice? A recent mic'd up session reveals how he talks to his offensive linemen, and it's quite nice. And we learned some other stuff too.

Jay Gruden knows just how important the Eagles game is | NBC Sports Washington
Division rivalry games are always important, but Jay Gruden recognizes Monday night's matchup with the Eagles is even more crucial than usual.

ESPN’s Jon Gruden Previews Monday Night Football’s Redskins vs. Eagles - ESPN MediaZone

Redskins' Kirk Cousins gave newborn son a game ball after win vs. 49ers - Washington Redskins Blog- ESPN
With Cooper, born last month, attending his first game, Redskins QB Kirk Cousins scored what proved the winning TD and kept the ball for his son.

Maybe the Redskins aren't as banged up on defense as we thought they were | NBC Sports Washington
Injury report: The Redskins got some key defenders back to practice today and there is some optimism that they will be near full strength to take on the Eagles.

Need to Know: Redskins to face Eagles’ clutch Carson Wentz, productive Zach Ertz | NBC Sports Washington
Need to Know: The Redskins face an Eagles team that has a clutch QB and a power running back with impressive numbers.

A.J. Francis promoted to Redskins' 53-man roster | NBC Sports Washington
A day after being added to the Washington Redskins' practice squad, nose tackle A.J. Francis was moved to the 53-man roster.

Five Takeaways: Kirk Cousins's Eagles Week Presser
Redskins.com's Jake Kring-Schreifels provides five takeaways from Kirk Cousins's press conference at the Inova Sports Performance Center at Redskins Park in Loudoun Co., Va.

Josh Norman, Bashaud Breeland practice, but status uncertain - Washington Redskins Blog- ESPN
Having cornerbacks Josh Norman and Bashaud Breeland back for a portion of practice at least is a positive step for the Redskins.

Washington Redskins place Jonathan Allen on injured reserve, but hoping he can return
Because teams can return two players per season off injured reserve, the Redskins won't rule out the return of Jonathan Allen in 2017.

Power Rankings Roundup: 10/17
Throughout the 2017 season, the Redskins Blog will provide a weekly roundup of Power Rankings among the media outlets around the football world.