Kirk Cousins Has a Really Good Group of Targets

missed at least one, maybe two TDs, to Reed in our first game IIRC. Crowder has really played well. I'd like to see us run the ball to keep them off the field.

with Dallas Reynolds at center and John Jerry at left guard, I don't really see us being able to generate much of a consistent ground game (even though they are 30th against the run).

Thats not realistic. Running means punts.

on both sides of the los, they're going to win.

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Yet another game where Eric whines and acts like a huge gaping wuss? Fucking ponderous.

it will be a shoot-out. That having been said, I'll take my chances with our weapons vs. theirs.

to play a winning game against us,this will be no easy task in my opinion.

For the last 3 years the Garcon has sucked big time against the Giants. Prince does a number ob that guy so until h e proves otherwise his name doesn't belong in that category.

They are okay, not bad. Certainly not "really good". Garcon is on pace for 756 yards this year. He's their leading receiver. Nothing to see here.

prince can play garcon and DRC always plays well very against d-jax. I'm not scared of crowder. the scary matchup is reed but I think the giants are going to come out really pissed off about the patriots game and put a beat down on Washington.

In comment 12646373 fredgbrown said:

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is really the only one that "scares" me. Jackson is still a good player, but he is not what he was with the Eagles. Still dangerous, but he is not as consistent.

I think if the Skins could ever put it all together they would be a good team, but they are quite inconsistent. Their running game has disappeared and their defense can be had.

I'm with JonC on this one, but I understand Eric's mantra here. It's been the same since at least 2007. The Giants tend to win when Eric goes negative, so thanks Eric!

on the road, they stink up the place.

I'm expecting a hard fought game and I wouldn't be surprised if the Giants lose.

cousins included we arent playing 80's 49ers

I'd rather play them over the present Eagles and the present Cowboys..

Could they win? Sure, yada, yada, yada..

But they are less than mediocre..

Only WE can beat ourselves, imv

w/reed. outstanding player

Cousins QBR at home is 112

I would recommend heavy pressure, blitzing

especially in the 2nd half (if I recall correctly), didn't we keep Gronkowski under control for much of the Pats game? I can't remember for sure, but I thought it was going to be a Brady/Gronk obliteration, which it wasn't.

I bring it up because although we are not very good at neutralizing tight ends, maybe we do a bit of what we threw at the Pats when we see Jordan Reed.

A pass rush would help too.

Curious how effective he can be.

He hasn't been on Washington's lengthy injury report at all this week.

who is out/doubtful for the Skins as of now?

is DeSean Jackson - he can be a cross the field thread and is very good at YAC - fortunately, one of the things we have done well this year is the way we've played YAC receivers. However, Jackson does add a dimension that we haven't faced with them yet this year. The other very fortunate thing is that the Washington Redskins Quarterback is Cousins - and he didn't face JPP the first game -- and I think that kind of equalizes the field.

It's gonna be an NFCE slugfest in any event and not a gimmee - but the Giants should be able to pull this out!

Like a lot of QB's who aren't Tom Brady or Aaron Rodgers, he's going to have days when he looks pretty bad, but he's also very capable of getting into a groove. Shanahan believed in him.
p.s.-- If Prince returns at the top of his game, that will help.

Did Not Participate in Practice

Pos. Player Injury

S Trenton Robinson Hamstring

S Jeron Johnson Illness



Limited Participation in Practice

Pos. Player Injury

CB Chris Culliver Shoulder/Knee

CB Deshazor Everett Hamstring

S Dashon Goldson Knee/Hamstring/Wrist

DE Jason Hatcher Knee

LB Keenan Robinson Shoulder

T Trent Williams Knee



Full Participation in Practice

Pos. Player Injury

CB Bashaud Breeland Hamstring

CB DeAngelo Hall Toe

LB Ryan Kerrigan Hand

NT Terrance Knighton Migraine

C Josh LeRibeus Ankle/Shoulder

RB Alfred Morris Rib

WR Andre Roberts Ankle

G Brandon Scherff Thigh

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If you don't fear the redskins, then you should certainly fear the giants. We never know what giants team will show up. With all our injuries, it's even more of a concern. I'm cautiously optimistic.

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In comment 12646464 Eric from BBI said:

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He hasn't been on Washington's lengthy injury report at all this week.

He left Sunday's game with a sprained knee, after 46 yards and a fumble.

I know that, but he wasn't on the injury report all week so he must be fine.

Anthony Gulizia ‏@AnthonyGulizia 3m3 minutes ago

#Redskins safety Trenton Robinson is out. CB Bashaud Breeland (illness), CB Deshazor Everett and LB Keenan Robinson (shoulder) questionable

Everybody else probable I presume.

And although Washington is not a really good team, they can move the ball. Also, Let's face it, our defense is mediocre at best. We have a solid chance to win but I will not be too optimistic until we have done so and the game is over.

I remember one of the first reports that came out in the media after we signed DRC. It revealed how when he was in Philly that he always ran stride for stride with DeSean Jackson. We'll be okay in the secondary, provided that our safeties take their heads out of their asses.

...but none of these guys is a difference maker. The only reason it's a concern is noone in our secondary beyond DRC and Prince can cover their grandmother.

Cousins is an average player. For me their lines are overrated. Their backers are mediocre. Their secondary is pedestrian. Washington isn't a talented club.

Outside of Reed, I like the matchup of our DBs against their WRs. Add to that, Kirk is the QB and it makes me feel even better. Obviously any given Sunday can always be said, but this is a game that should set up well for Big Blue.

For me it boils down to Eli and Co. protecting the ball. If they don't turn it over, then I think they will be able to put up points against them.

He is Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde with and without pressure. The Giants will have the three best defenders on the field Sunday with JPP, DRC, and Prince (DC's defense has minimal talent and it got worse yesterday with the loss of Culliver).

Since JPP's return the pass rush just looks better, even competent. Hell, the Giants LBs even look competent with Brinkley in the middle. I have faith in DRC and Prince to limit Desean and Gar�on. Cousins will be looking for Reed, Crowder, and Matt Jones as a result. The two most important defenders may be McBride and Brinkley. I also like the idea of Merriweather and Collins doing what they do best, and that's hitting. My favorite Giants game of all time is arguably SB XXV. They beat the hell out of the Bills receivers. Same thing here. If they catch it make them feel it.

It's important for the Giants to keep DC's receivers in front of them and avoid the big plays. More plays give Cousins more chances to make mistakes.

Back to DC's defense. Their front seven was supposed to be their strength. Rumor is Kerrigan is hurting more than just his hand. Hatcher has been the most active. For a lot of fat on the front they are doing an anemic job against the run and have 17 sacks. Keenum Robinson is out and week after week Cooley KILLS Perry Riley for his inability to shed blocks and cover. Murphy from Stanford has been a major disappointment.

Their CBs are Breeland and Blackmon and Hall. However, Hall is being forced into that role. Gruden admittedly wants him to learn the safety position. ODB should have a field day. An absolute field day. Eli needs to go after Vereen and ODB all day long. I know the OL is a mess (so is DC's, so we can't complain), but just get it in their hands and let them do their thing.

Back to the OP. I will take Eli, ODB, Vereen, Harris, Randle and Tye over what DC brings to the table. I like the Giants defense better as well. I will also take the Giants staff with two weeks of preparation. DC has one advantage, and that's home field.

The NFL is a week-to-week league. It truly is amazing the conclusions that are based on literally one game - hell, one freaking point!! In NY, think of the talk about Tom/Jerry and whether they stay or go. DC can turn into Philly sports radio in a nano second or they can talk about running the table. One point is all it takes. I like the a Gmen's chances.

and make 3rd down less manageable. I'll take my chances with Cousins consistently facing 3rd and longs.

This is DC's season. Their backs are against the wall. What I can't figure out is if this means they will play tight or play like they have nothing to lose.

I'm not worried. DRC has the speed to deal with Jackson and Prince can handle his side. If we can stop the run like we did the first time we played em we should be good on defense. We also didn't have JPP last time and you figure after 2 games and 4 weeks of practice he's knocked off most of the rust. This would be a nice gmae for JPP to let the league know he's back and that Nicks guy.

would you rather be facing Jackson who is a go route receiver or ODB who is the complete package? Advantage: Giants on the W/R front, throw in our superior CBs. Everytime we play these guys people get worried. We've got Washington figured out until they prove otherwise. In the words of one poster we will rip off there heads and shit down their throats.

DRC is the BBI Giant of the Year so far IMO, maybe Eli if he leads us deep into the promise land.

But after The Skin tossing 47 points on The Saints...I'm not 100% sure what shall happen come Sunday.

More so after watching the Giants/Saints game.

if The Giants want to sit at the Adult Table...this Sunday is key.

It's all right there for them to take.

Can't wait till Sunday. Gonna be fun...

If we lose, then we beat ourselves. He missed so many passes last game. If he had even a decent game last time, it would of been very close and possibly a loss.

If this team has any fight in them they will win this game. Can't expect to us to run the table after losing to the Redskins.

as far as I can tell he has played fine maybe as well as Pugh this year.

is dead and buried I guess we have to move along to prop the Redskins into being World-beaters?

I don't even think Lou Holtz used to make his opponents seem as good as Eric tries.

Weren't the Cowboys going to run the table?

You're exactly right. It's Eric's shtick. He's been slobbering over Dallas and all that talent for 3 years, and now it's proven to be futile, so it's on to his next crush. I just hope this newest love affair doesn't last for 3 seasons, for his sake. And ours...

I have seen too many occasions where they played down to the level of an opponent, losing games they should win easily. They've had a propensity to allow mediocre QBs to look like HOF candidates.

Fact is, Redskins do have talent in their receivers, and Cousins has, at time, shown the talent to play very well. The issue with him is he is not consistent with his level of play. We talk about good Eli vs. bad Eli, well with Cousins you get ok Kirk vs. atrocious Kirk.

As long as we win the TO battle and keep stupid penalties to a minimum, this SHOULDN'T be a difficult game. But...

1997 and Hoyingmania. The Eagles came from nowhere to win 3 in a row and move into a position to take the lead..We went in there and put an end to all that wishful thinking..