5 reasons Giants could upset Redskins in Week 16

The New York Giants and Washington Redskins square off in Week 16, and here are five reasons Big Blue could come away with the win.

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Adrian Peterson has been the Redskins motor horse dating back to last season and rushed for 66 yards and a touchdown against the Eagles and their top 10 run defense last week. Peterson’s touchdown score was quite impressive late in the game on a cutback in the red zone on what seemed to be a broken play.

His production surely complements a young and inexperienced QB and if the Giants can shut him down, it could be a long day for the rookie Haskins. While the Giants defense has given up over 100 yards rushing over the past two games, they have minimized big plays in the running game neutralizing opposing offenses.