It was another tough day for the Washington Football Team Sunday. No, we aren’t even talking about the 27-20 loss to the hated Dallas Cowboys. It’s all of the injuries facing Washington as it looks to earn a playoff spot with four games remaining. On Sunday, wide receiver Terry McLaurin, left tackle Charles Leno, center Tyler Larsen and quarterback Taylor Heinicke were among … [Read more...] about Washington coach Ron Rivera talks injuries after Week 14
Archives for December 2021
Washington's offense struggled badly on 3rd downs vs. Cowboys
“Marcia, Marcia, Marcia”. For those old enough or you watched in subsequent decades Brady Bunch reruns, you instantly recognize the iconic line. That’s how I often feel when hearing fans and analysts speak of third downs in the NFL. “Third-down offensive conversion rate”, third-down defensive conversion rate. Third down, third down, third down.” During the four-game winning … [Read more...] about Washington's offense struggled badly on 3rd downs vs. Cowboys
Report: NFL won’t suspend La’el Collins for ejection
Cowboys right tackle La’el Collins served a five-game suspension earlier this season. He won’t have to serve another this week. Officials ejected Collins from Sunday’s game after a confrontation with William Bradley-King, whom the Cowboys felt like hit quarterback Dak Prescott late. Bradley-King was not penalized. Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports the league will [more] … [Read more...] about Report: NFL won’t suspend La’el Collins for ejection
Cardinals tie Rams 13-13 on final play of first half
Monday Night Football is star studded tonight, and the stars are shining. Aaron Donald and Odell Beckham are having big nights for the Rams. Kyler Murray and James Conner are getting it done for the Cardinals. Kickers Matt Gay and Matt Prater have combined for four field goals, three from beyond 50 yards. The Cardinals [more] … [Read more...] about Cardinals tie Rams 13-13 on final play of first half
Van Jefferson gives Rams lead with 52-yard touchdown catch
Well, that didn’t take long. Only 1:24 into the second half, the Rams have regained the lead. Matthew Stafford hit Van Jefferson for a 52-yard touchdown to complete a three-play, 75-yard drive. The Rams lead 20-13. They have scored points on four consecutive drives. Sony Michel had a 2-yard run on the first play of [more] … [Read more...] about Van Jefferson gives Rams lead with 52-yard touchdown catch