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2021 Schedule
2021 Schedule
5-6, 2nd in NFC East
- 8/12L 22-13
- 8/20W 17-13
- 8/28L 37-3
- 9/12L 20-16
- 9/16W 30-29
- 9/26L 43-21
- 10/3W 34-30
- 10/10L 33-22
- 10/17L 31-13
- 10/24L 24-10
- 10/31L 17-10
- 11/14W 29-19
- 11/21W 27-21
- 11/29W 17-15
- 12/5
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Washington 'hasn't arrived yet' despite hot streak, 2020 comparisons
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Washington's third straight win vaults them into playoff contention
The Football Team's run game and defense has spurred the turnaround with both on display Monday.
Washington beats Wilson, Seahawks 17-15 for 3rd win in a row
— Ron Rivera was left adrift without a kicker and felt like he had to go for it in every situation.
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John Keim ESPN Staff Writer
What to watch for on D: 1) Russell Wilson. He's been rusty since his return, but he's not far off either. Seattle just missed a couple big plays last week -- in part because they were well-defended. But Wilson remains dangerous; don't let him hit big plays early. 2) The receivers. D.K. Metcalf is a big target with speed; Tyler Lockett excels in particular when Wilson goes off-target. 3) Jon Allen. Seattle has had some issues inside; Allen is having a Pro Bowl season.
John Keim ESPN Staff Writer
What to watch on O: 1) Return of weapons. TE Logan Thomas and WR Curtis Samuel return, but both will be on snap counts. Samuel will be more limited to likely around 10-15 snaps. His presence can help. 2) The run game. Washington's two-game streak was built on being physical in the run game. But Seattle has allowed only 3.42 yards per run the past five games. 3) RBs in the pass game. Seattle ranks among the worst in the NFL defending backs in the pass game. J.D. McKissic could be a big key.
John Keim ESPN Staff Writer
Washington inactives: WR Dax Milne, WR Antonio Gandy-Golden, CB Corn Elder, DE Bunmi Rotini, C Tyler Larsen and TE Ricky Seals-Jones. TE Logan Thomas will play for the first time since hurting his hamstring on Oct. 3 and WR Curtis Samuel will play for the first time since Oct. 10; he's played 27 snaps all season because of a groin injury.
Hour 4: King of the Cassel
Matt Cassel stops by to talk about the impact Lincoln Riley will have at USC. Plus, why Aaron Rodgers is the leader in the clubhouse to win his 4th MVP and should the Giants go after Russell Wilson this offseason?
Washington's Jamin Davis motivated by former teammate Chris Oats, who suffered stroke in 2020
When his Kentucky teammate was stricken last year, Davis became a starting linebacker and delivered on his vow to "step up and make him proud."
WFT's Samuel, Thomas likely to return vs. Seattle
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John Keim ESPN Staff Writer
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Washington's turnaround fueled by Taylor Heinicke's resurgence
The past two games the QB has overcome his struggles in the red zone, avoided turnovers and helped Washington pull off a pair of upsets.
John Keim ESPN Staff Writer
Running back Antonio Gibson responded well after his fumble and mini-benching. He rushed for 76 of his season-high 95 yards after halftime. His success is a key reason why Washington has started to find its offensive identity.
Heinicke, Washington spoil Newton's homecoming 27-21
— Taylor Heinicke was by far the lesser-known of the two quarterbacks making their return to Charlotte on Sunday.
John Keim ESPN Staff Writer
What to watch on O: 1) Turnovers. Carolina has forced two in each of the past three games. During the four-game losing streak Washington turned it over twice in each game. Taylor Heinicke needs to be careful with the ball. 2) The DE's: Brian Burns and Hassan Reddick are speedy pass rushers. The defense in general plays fast. 3) How they run the ball. Washington must run with power, letting the ends go upfield and running off them. Several teams have had good days running the ball vs. Carolina.
John Keim ESPN Staff Writer
Washington inactives: WR Curtis Samuel, WR Antonio Gandy-Golden, CB Corn Elder, DE Shaka Toney, T Saahdiq Charles, TE Ricky Seals-Jones. Samuel was a longshot to play but there remains a decent chance he'll be able to go vs. Seattle.
John Keim ESPN Staff Writer
What to watch on D: 1) The ends. Carolina will attack the edges, on zone reads at times. Often it's Christian McCaffrey bouncing wide if the ends lose contain. Cam Newton will take advantage, too. They must hold contain. 2) McCaffrey. He runs with good vision and quickness and if a linebacker must cover him, they must be patient with their feet or he'll win easily. Gang tackles are key. 3) Newton. His arm hasn't been great for a while; force him to use it. But: Don't let D.J. Moore break free.
NFL Week 11 injury updates for T.J. Watt, Amari Cooper, Alvin Kamara and more
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Washington coach Ron Rivera's return to Carolina evokes fond memories
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Graziano & Fowler predict Week 11 upsets, fantasy sleepers, Cam Newton's future: Latest buzz on what they're hearing
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2021 NFC East Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas | 7 | 4 | 0 | .636 | 326 | 250 |
| Washington | 5 | 6 | 0 | .455 | 229 | 282 |
| Philadelphia | 5 | 7 | 0 | .417 | 304 | 273 |
| New York | 4 | 7 | 0 | .364 | 202 | 253 |
2021 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Passing Yards
Rushing Yards
Receiving Yards
Tackles
Sacks
Interceptions
Team Stats
Passing Yards224.420th
Rushing Yards125.59th
Points For20.820th
Points Against25.625th
2021 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(19) | Jamin Davis | ILB | Kentucky |
| 2(19) | Samuel Cosmi | OT | Texas |
| 3(10) | Benjamin St-Juste | CB | Minnesota |
| 3(19) | Dyami Brown | WR | North Carolina |
| 4(19) | John Bates | TE | Boise State |
| 5(19) | Darrick Forrest | S | Cincinnati |
| 6(41) | Camaron Cheeseman | LS | Michigan |
| 7(12) | William Bradley-King | OLB | Baylor |
| 7(19) | Shaka Toney | DE | Penn State |
| 7(31) | Dax Milne | WR | BYU |