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Washington Redskins' D must learn lessons to avoid repeat vs. Packers - Washington Redskins Blog- ESPN

Create more pressure

This was the No. 1 issue from that game as Washington’s pass rush barely took advantage of a weakened Packers offensive line. The Redskins tried to send more pass-rushers, but without much luck. They called for five or more pass-rushers on 13 occasions, according to ESPN Stats & Information. Rodgers completed just five of 11 passes for 58 yards on those plays, but there were no sacks or big plays.

However, the Redskins' pass rush has been more effective as Ryan Kerrigan and Trent Murphy both have seven sacks apiece and Preston Smith now has 3.5. The Redskins have used that trio as down linemen in certain packages, with rookie linebacker Su’a Cravens behind them. Though it can only be used in obvious pass situations, that look has created pressure and forced bad throws.

Smith’s first sack against Minnesota occurred out of this look, for example, when Cravens’ pressure forced Sam Bradford up into the pocket.

The Redskins have sent five or more pass-rushers 128 times this season, which is eight fewer than all of last year (and only seven teams have done this more). But last season opposing quarterbacks completed 13 touchdowns to one interception and had a 107.1 passer rating when the Redskins sent at least five. This year? They have a 73.9 passer rating with five touchdowns and five interceptions.
Folks we MUST get pressure on Rogers to win. Im in full agreement here with Keim.