ASHBURN, Va. -- Their record suggests they still have a chance in the NFC East. That’s the good news for the Washington Redskins. However, they can’t keep counting on other teams losing to keep them in the divisional race. Which is why they can’t afford more sloppy outings.
The Redskins are 3-5 at the midway point of the season. In some ways that’s to be expected. They weren’t considered a contender before the season began, and they've had lots of injuries.
However, after Sunday’s 27-10 loss to the Patriots, the Redskins are back in a familiar spot: awaiting a home game against the Saints, considered a must-win if they want to enter December with any hopes of the postseason.