Losing by three at home to a bitter rival on Monday Night Football could be the death knell for the Washington Redskins' playoff chances. That will depend largely on how the team's players and coaches respond to the lessons learned during the 19-16 defeat to the Dallas Cowboys.
So the emphasis this week has to be on picking up the blitz. Aside from improving pass protection, the play-calling on offense must show more dedication to pushing the ball long through the air. Both things will demand more from quarterback Kirk Cousins.
Away from the passing game, the Redskins still need to do more to establish the run each week.