Update: Kirk Cousins to Start vs Browns

[CRedskinsRule]

Originally Posted by mredskins

I think the biggest factor in this game is not measurable by stats. It all depends if CLE wants to play on Sunday. Have they packed it in for the year? Or are they loving the spoiler role?

If they come to play it is going to be a hard fought game that the Skins could easily lose.

For me the common opponent # and wins against the possible playoff contenders are important numbers, and we have better percentages in both. The fact that their one win out of 5 games was against a Pitt team that turned it over 8 times, also seems to say that some of their hot streak is less then real. We should win, and I expect that the Redskins will come to play, knowing they have a chance at playoffs and still at the division.

[SCRedskinsFan]

Originally Posted by That Guy

no offense... actually, yes offense. I don't know why you keep posting crap like that. it makes no sense.

Same here.

[Gmanc711]

Originally Posted by CRedskinsRule

For me the common opponent # and wins against the possible playoff contenders are important numbers, and we have better percentages in both. The fact that their one win out of 5 games was against a Pitt team that turned it over 8 times, also seems to say that some of their hot streak is less then real. We should win, and I expect that the Redskins will come to play, knowing they have a chance at playoffs and still at the division.

I hear this. I'm actually way more impressed by Cleveland in their losses more so than any of their wins. The Steelers win was kinda a joke. They turned it over 8 times and Pittsburgh still had the ball with 2 minutes left and a chance to win. Raiders/KC doesn't say much either.... But they've also taken the Ravens, Giants, Cowboys, Colts right to the end or given them everything they could handle, and regardless of the opponent, when you win 3 in a row you're doing something right.

If Rg3 plays, I'll be pretty confident. If Cousins plays, I'll think we're right in it, but will be preparing myself for the letdown. We'll see, but this game is going to be way tougher than I thought when the schedule came out and this was an automatic "W". I think the Browns are on the right path and will be in playoff contention within two years.

[SkinsGuru]

Originally Posted by CultBrennan59

Heres a prediction.

RG3 plays. First play of the game Josh Morgan comes in motion, RG3 flicks it to him, continues to run and Morgan throws a pass (again) to RG3. RG3 gets killed on the play and is out for the year.

they tried that play already . . . Shanny said he would never even consider it again . . .

[CRedskinsRule]

Originally Posted by Gmanc711

I hear this. I'm actually way more impressed by Cleveland in their losses more so than any of their wins. The Steelers win was kinda a joke. They turned it over 8 times and Pittsburgh still had the ball with 2 minutes left and a chance to win. Raiders/KC doesn't say much either.... But they've also taken the Ravens, Giants, Cowboys, Colts right to the end or given them everything they could handle, and regardless of the opponent, when you win 3 in a row you're doing something right.

If Rg3 plays, I'll be pretty confident. If Cousins plays, I'll think we're right in it, but will be preparing myself for the letdown. We'll see, but this game is going to be way tougher than I thought when the schedule came out and this was an automatic "W". I think the Browns are on the right path and will be in playoff contention within two years.

I don't think it's an automatic win, but I feel we are definitely on the right path, and with either qb will get the win. The motivational quality of either playing for your qb that's hurt, or winning without him, will go a long way. Plus Garcon seems to be tracking the right way.

Just can't afford drops by anyone...

[Gmanc711]

Originally Posted by walton71

I would prefer them to start Cousins with RG3 dressed as backup if needed. I believe we can make the playoffs this year, but not at the expense of RG3 reinjuring himself or having any setbacks. This season is already a win in my opinion. As a life long Skins fan, it's been a long time since I've felt we could beat anyone we were playing. This team is going to be scary next year when we get Orakpo and Carriker back and add a few pieces. I still think we can make the playoffs this year, which is bad news for every other team because no one wants to play us.

I'm 100% against this. If Rg3 is dressing, he should be starting. He's either healthy or he's not. If he's not healthy he doesn't dress.

[CultBrennan59]

Originally Posted by That Guy

no offense... actually, yes offense. I don't know why you keep posting crap like that. it makes no sense.

its a joke

[Monkeydad]

Originally Posted by los panda

the browns are preparing 50/50 for griff/cousins. but when grossman takes the field, all their plans are out the window!

That would be the most hilarious thing I've ever seen.

There's always a chance Good Rex could show up.

[CRedskinsRule]

Originally Posted by SkinsGuru

they tried that play already . . . Shanny said he would never even consider it again . . .

All the more reason to use it! He has a pass for 70+yds, a run for 70+ yds. All he needs is a reception for 70+ yards. (can he return kicks?)

[los panda]

Originally Posted by CRedskinsRule

All the more reason to use it! He has a pass for 70+yds, a run for 70+ yds. All he needs is a reception for 70+ yards. (can he return kicks?)

i heard cousins gets the nod at qb, griff will start at fs

[SkinsGuru]

Originally Posted by CRedskinsRule

All the more reason to use it! He has a pass for 70+yds, a run for 70+ yds. All he needs is a reception for 70+ yards. (can he return kicks?)

LOL . . . i think we need to use him at CB or FS . . . he would be better than anything we currently have at it . . . lol

[12thMan]

No increased swelling in the knee. On pace to start Sunday.

[REDSKINS4ever]

Originally Posted by CRedskinsRule

I don't think it's an automatic win, but I feel we are definitely on the right path, and with either qb will get the win. The motivational quality of either playing for your qb that's hurt, or winning without him, will go a long way. Plus Garcon seems to be tracking the right way.

Just can't afford drops by anyone...

The offense will be fine. The zone blocking of the offensive line in conjunction with the hard running of Alfred Morris will take a lot of pressure off of RG3. Because of RG3's sprained knee, I'm looking for Mike and Kyle to call more rushing plays than pass plays. Pretty soon the Browns are going creep that safety up and that's when RG3 is going to hit their defense with play action and go down field to either Garcon, Morgan, or Moss for a TD.

[artmonkforhallofamein07]

Originally Posted by WaldSkins

Why would they have extra motivation, it's not like they can go to Trent Richardson and Brandon weeden and tell them that they tried to trade the picks to draft rg3.

I really didn't mean the players, it was more of a statement of the heads of the Browns. Sorry to come across like that.

That really wasn't my point, my point is it will be a tough f'n game.

[artmonkforhallofamein07]

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