ASHBURN — There is no doubt the Washington Redskins’ offensive line can improve its run blocking. It’s a problem the team has been trying to address for weeks.
If it is any consolation, the pass protection has greatly improved since last season, something the Redskins should benefit from when they play the New England Patriots on Sunday.
The Patriots’ defense has 26 sacks this season — second behind only the Denver Broncos’ 29 sacks. Fourth-year defensive end Chandler Jones has terrorized opposing quarterbacks this season. His 8.5 sacks are tied for the most in the league with Houston Texans defensive end J.