Redskins vs. Rams prediction

It's an interesting game in that the Rams were expected to be a much improved team coming into this season. However, they now find themselves at 0-3 and coming off of a thrashing against at home against the Ravens. There is no doubt that they can't afford to fall to 0-4 and take back to back losses at home. Should that happen, playoffs will be hard to attain, the fans will be very upset, and there will be talk of Spags being fired. I fully expect them to come out and play tough.

On the other side, the Skins are coming off of a tough loss against the Cowboys. We have a short week and have to travel again this time to St. Louis. The Skins have shown great energy and aggressiveness all season. I expect that to continue against the Rams. For the Skins, if they have any intentions of doing anything this season, this is a must win game. Experts are talking that they are much improved. Fans see them as improved. The team talk as though they are improved. If they truly believe they are what they are, they have to win this game and honestly do so in convincing fashion. It can't be a lucky play or this or that. They have to come out and take over this game. Also, the Skins have largely played disciplined football. That needs to continue. Winning this one and improving to 3-1 and holding on to the top spot in the East heading into the bye week will be huge.

Also, this is another opportunity for Rexy to show what he can do on the road. I mentioned that he looked tentative against the Rams. He needs to have that swagger and throw the ball with purpose. He didn't have his best game against the Cowboys and he will need to do better on Sunday.

In the end, I expect the Skins to handle the Rams. The Rams run defense is suspect so I expect Hightower and Helu and the O line to control the game against the Rams. The offense will control the clock and line of scrimmage. We will rush for at least 150 yards. I also expect the defense to be aggressive and get to Bradford a couple of times. The tough part is Bradford is good on the run. Guys have to stay home and be sure handed in their tackles because if he gets on the run, he can make a play. Still, I think we will force him into at least one turnover. Skins will win this one 24-13.

HAIL SKINS!!!