Redskins - Giants

We are faced with an unusual situation: a three way tie for first place in the NFC East. The Redskins, Eagles, and Giants are all 4-2 heading into the weekend. When the Redskins play the Giants this sunday, they play for the lead. One team will emerge with a huge confidence boost, and the other will have to try and regroup and not let the defeat shatter their confidence.

This really is a big game for both teams. The Redskins have had a rocky start, with lots of last second wins, a lack of forced turnovers, quarterback controversies, and more. But over the past few games they have gelled into a strong team, with a solid offense and defense. The return of LaVar into the lineup is huge, and who would've thought that Brunell-Moss would be the quarterback-receiver combination of the year? They're playing amazingly well together. However, the Redskins are starting a tough series of opponents, and none more significant than their division rivals.

On the Giants side of things, Eli is really stepping up to the plate and performing well. He's really mobile in the pocket, which is one reason why I'm glad we have LaVar back to help contain him. I don't see their rushing game being much of a issue, but we have to watch out for their passing game. Even when we blitz, they have the ability to dump a screen and still turn out some good yardage with that. The Giants will be playing with heart due to the recent death of their longtime owner, a man deeply respected by almost everyone in the league.

Of course, all that being said, I won't be able to watch the game since there's very little chance it will be broadcast out here on the west coast.