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Can Washington make it four wins in a row Sunday when they face the Las Vegas Raiders? Sure, but traveling across the country on a short week, in addition to missing multiple key players, makes it a difficult task.
Washington enters Sunday’s game without RB J.D. McKissic, G Wes Schweitzer, and Landon Collins. That’s in addition to starters such as Sam Cosmi, Chase Roullier, Chase Young and Montez Sweat, all on injured reserve.
Left guard Ereck Flowers, a critical part of Washington’s success running the football, is questionable with a foot injury. Washington can’t afford to lose Flowers.
Despite the WFT dealing with so many injuries, they’ve played their best football of the season over the past month. The defense hasn’t allowed 300 total yards in four of the past five games while running back Antonio Gibson has looked like a different player. Quarterback Taylor Heinicke has played three outstanding games in a row, and you add these all together; it’s a recipe for success.
So, does Washington win Sunday? It’s time for Washington Wire’s staff predictions:
Bryan Manning
There’s a part of me that says Washington’s win streak comes to an end Sunday. The team is dealing with far too many injuries and a lack of rest. But, Washington’s recent strengths align perfectly with some of the Raiders’ defensive weaknesses, leading me to believe Washington should be able to run the football successfully. If that happens, Washington wins a close one.
I’m saying it happens.
Washington 20, Raiders 17
Ivan Lambert
Missing Landon Collins, Wes Schweitzer and especially J D McKissic will be very difficult on Washington. Ereck Flowers is trying to recover as is center Tyler Larson.
In addition a new kicker, and playing on the road …
Finally, the Raiders have so much more rest, having last played Thursday, Nov. 25.
Washington played this past Monday, Nov 29, so it is a short week, and they are the ones in this matchup having to travel?
Thanks to the team of schedule makers at the NFL.
I fear all this might be too much to overcome.
Raiders 26, Washington 20