Washington Redskins vs Green Bay Packers Playoffs 2016 Preview, Team News: Can the Packers Put a Stop to the Redskins' Streak?
The Washington Redskins will face the Green Bay Packers at home this Sunday to contest the second NFC Wild Card Game, with the two teams having contrasting results in their past couple of games heading into this stage.
The Redskins (9-7) are one of the hottest teams in the league after winning four straight prior to this matchup, while the Packers saw themselves losing two in a row. It should be intriguing how each team can adjust to a new and more pressure-packed game.
Green Bay Packers preview
When star quarterback Aaron Rodgers is fit to play, any game usually ends up in favor of Green Bay. So his presence should be a good measurement as to the kind of chance the Packers will have against the formidable Washington squad. One perfect example is the 20-13 loss to the Vikings last Sunday, wherein even if they lost, Rodgers almost led them to an improbable comeback after trailing 20-3.
Although Green Bay's chances aren't that great, everyone must understand that they've been here already. In fact, this will be the seventh straight year for the team to participate in the playoffs.
Washington Redskins preview
For the Redskins, there really is no need for any major adjustment. All they have to do is keep the momentum and keep winning. Perhaps the most difficult challenge for them in this game is being in a high stakes matchup. There is a good chance they might be overwhelmed by the spotlight. Although the team is not known for its defense, the fact is the Packers' offensive line isn't that good either.
But the biggest weapon they have is none other than Kirk Cousins, currently considered as one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL. Every team that has a quarterback who completes about 75 percent of his passes will definitely have the edge against any opponent.
