The Redskins have recorded three interceptions and nine sacks in four games. They play the Panthers in Week 6.

Analysis: Panthers QB Cam Newton hasn't helped opposing defenses much this season, as he's been dropped just seven times this year and has only thrown three interceptions in five games. The Redskins haven't faced a true dual-threat quarterback yet -- not counting a hobbled Aaron Rodgers -- so they'll be in for a tough test against Newton and Carolina. Flanking Newton is RB Christian McCaffrey, who has averaged 6.5 catches per game this season and could create matchup problems for Washington. The Redskins…read more

After a Week 4 bye, the Redskins will return to action with a Monday night matchup against the Saints in Week 5.

Analysis: The Washington defense will benefit from an extra week to prepare for a potent Saints attack that will welcome back RB Mark Ingram from suspension to complement backfield standout Alvin Kamara, who already has six scores this year. The tandem broke NFL records by both eclipsing 1,500 scrimmage yards last year. It's still unclear how much Ingram will be used, but add in WR Michael Thomas on top of stalwart QB Drew Brees, and this could be a troubling matchup for a Redskins team that is ranked…read more

The Redskins lost to the Colts 21-9 in Week 2. They'll play the Packers in Week 3.

Analysis: The Redskins have been the best team against the pass this season, averaging 161 yards allowed through two games. Their performance against the Colts speaks more after yielding 179 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions to QB Andrew Luck. The test of QB Aaron Rodgers, whose knee isn't fully healthy, should be the toughest yet. The Redskins only have three sacks so far, which would be their best line of defense against Rodgers. The Packers also get RB Aaron Jones back from suspension, so…read more

LB Zach Brown has been ruled out for Sunday against the Giants.

Analysis: The Redskins haven't faced a strong run game without Brown yet, and Week 17 won't be anything different. The Giants rush offense ranks 29th in the league and has only surpassed 100 yards once in the last five games. When these two teams met in Week 12, Washington kept New York to just 10 points and forced one turnover. The Giants' top-three wideouts are currently battling injuries right now too, which will leave Washington in solid position to end the season on a high note.

LB Zach Brown (Achilles/toe/hamstring) is out for Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Analysis: There's really no sense in pushing Brown when he has so many lingering issues, especially with the Redskins out of the playoff hunt. The Redskins are still a decent bubble play this week because of the favorable matchup, as the Broncos have the second-most turnovers in the league (28). Washington isn't a group of ball hawks, but they have a turnover in all but two games this season. The Broncos don't have a threatening enough run attack to expose the loss of Brown, so placing the Redskins in…read more

CB Josh Norman is battling a knee injury ahead of Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

Analysis: The Cardinals' offense isn't as threatening now with Blaine Gabbert under center, so even if Norman can't play, it won't be a death sentence. Still, the Redskins have allowed over 30 points in four of their last five matchups, and have only been able to force five turnovers in that span. Washington's offense has been turnover happy lately too, which could force the Redskins on the field for added reps Sunday. It'd be easy to say that the Redskins are still viable in deeper leagues, but if…read more

LB Zach Brown (hamstring/Achilles) was held out of Wednesday's practice ahead of Sunday's game against the Chargers.

Analysis: Brown currently leads the league with 117 tackles, so having him to stop Chargers RB Melvin Gordon would be beneficial. The Chargers are streaking right now, though, winning three straight and scoring an average of over 33 points per game. This comes at the worst possible time for the Redskins, who have allowed over 30 points in three of four matchups, while forcing four turnovers in that span. To make matters worse, the Chargers haven't turned the ball over since Week 10 against the Jags. This…read more

SS Montae Nicholson (concussion) and DE Terrell McClain (toe) have been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Cowboys.

Analysis: Missing two defensive starters is tough to recover from, but the Cowboys' offense is currently going through an identity crisis without RB Ezekiel Elliott. Dallas hasn't posted 10 points or 250 total yards of offense in its last three games, something it never failed to do through its first eight games. To make matters worse, the Cowboys turned the ball over eight times in that stretch. The Redskins have forced a turnover in all but one game this campaign, and they're set up for a big…read more

SS Montae Nicholson (concussion) is out for Thursday's game against the Giants.

Analysis: Nicholson left Week 11's game against the Saints early with his concussion, and the Saints proceeded to rack up 375 passing yards and 34 points. This was the fourth time in five games that Washington let up over 30 points, which is why they've only won one of those matchups. Of course, none of the offenses they faced were as bad as the Giants. New York has put up over 20 points just once in its last five games, allowing six turnovers in that span. The Redskins D/ST is a decent deployment in…read more

SS Montae Nicholson continues to deal with a shoulder injury.

Analysis: Nicholson missed Week 10's matchup with the Vikings, and the skimp secondary showed. QB Case Keenum carved up the Redskins, completing 72 percent of his passes for 304 yards, four touchdowns and two interceptions for the win. Washington looks severely outmatched in this game, with dual-threat running backs, Mark Ingram and Alvin Kamara, coming off a week where they combined for 237 yards and four touchdowns on just 33 carries. That, combined with Drew Brees' willingness to air out the ball,…read more

SS Montae Nicholson is dealing with a shoulder injury ahead of Sunday's game against the Vikings.

Analysis: Nicholson has held his own as a rookie, but if he's unable to play, it dwindles to Redskins to very little experience at safety. The Vikings have compiled 20 or more points in each of their last four games, allowing just four turnovers in that time as well. However, the Redskins have struggled against the sturdy offensive lines, as they've allowed over 30 points to both the Eagles and the Cowboys. Vikings QB Case Keenum boasts a league-best sack percentage of 2.10 percent. The Redskins have…read more