The Washington Redskins did what they had to do tonight, creaming the Dallas Cowboys 27-6.
It was a “meaningless” game for Dallas, insomuch as they had already clinched the number one seed throughout the NFC playoffs. But the Redskins did more than beat an uncommitted team: They showed they can hang with the best Dallas can offer. The Cowboys played their first string into the second half, and they did not even put up a fight.
The Redskins won, fair and square. Washington will be a force to be reckoned with in the playoffs.
My take: The Cowboys have been terrible the past four weeks and the Redskins demonstrated they can beat them anytime, anywhere. It seems extremely likely the ‘Skins will beat the Seahawks next weekend, and will be the Cowboys’ opponent in two weeks. Dallas will have the fight of their lives in two weeks.
UPDATE: I did not catch most of the game on TV but apparently there was a questionable hit on Terry Glenn? Drama is a good thing.
Skins are hot at the right time. They can and will likely beat Seattle.
Cowboys v. Skins in dallas in the playoffs, One can only pray.
Go Skins !!!!
I don’t care if Dallas played their third string the entire game — ONE rushing yard?! (A team record, BTW.)
Yes, I will grant you, one rushing yard is abysmal, and laughable, and represents an effort that seriously blew donkey. Dallas has always had a knack for underachievement. But the Redskins brought an excellent game.
The Cowboys stunk so bad it was embarrassing. I hate the Cowboys and it was still embarrassing. They are going to lose the next game they play, after a performance like that, you don’t suddenly remember how to win.
I’m happy to see the ’skins in the playoffs. However, in the end the winner of it all will have a 19-0 record in 2007. Go Pats!
Born in DC the same year as the Redskins, lifelong fan. Listened to Eddie Labaron and Bones Mckinney on the radio.
When will Skins arrive in town, where will they work out, and where will they be staying? Is there a time and place to see them?
Thanks for visiting, Ron. As it turns out, we’re all Cowboys fans on this blog, so we don’t know a danged thing about where the ‘Skins are staying. But you can rest assured will be all be rooting for your home team this weekend.
Ahem. Who’s “we’re all”?
Ron, all I can tell you is that the Eagles will be watching this game from the comfort of their living rooms. Wish I could be of more assistance.
Ron,
Joe must be drinking heavily. I am not and never will be a cowboys fan. Nor am I a Skins fan.
Joe,
Lumpin me in with them thar Cowboy’s fans is fighten words. Say ya prayers varmint, I am a gonna blast ya.
…just wanted to see if anyone was paying attention.
Since when is getting your pants pulled down by your biggest division rival on prime time TV a “meaningless” game ?
Go Eagles! Next year, baby!
The Dolphins and the Canes WILL RISE AGAIN !