Today's afternoon game will be the NY GIANTS vs WASHINGTON REDSKINS -3. With Eli still nursing the sore shoulder, Plaxico Burress banged up and tight end Jeremy Shockey will have to play good football today.
The Redskins knocked off Philadelphia 20-12 on Monday night, getting a GOOD performance from young quarterback Jason Campbell and another dominant effort from their defense. Led by hard-hitting safeties Sean Taylor and rookie LaRon Landry DB Carlos Rogers, Shawn Springs, the unit has allowed only one touchdown in the first two games.
Redskins defense is playing very consistent and with no running game the Giants will have to pass. When Eli gets down he tries to force to many passes, making this match-up perfect for the Redskins defense.
Redskins wide outs Santana Moss and Antwaan Randle El are Campbell's deep threats and can stretch practically any defense in the NFL, although neither speedster has yet to reach the end zone this season. Tight end Chris Cooley is mainly used as a blocker but can give opposing defenses trouble with his ability to get open on a consistent basis. Cooley came down with a tough TD grab Monday at Philadelphia. Expect Cooley to have a BIG GAME today. Portis and Betts will run well today behind a new look O-line, with several starters hurt. The Giants are not the same and the Redskins are better than last year as players are starting to believe in the Joe Gibbs system!
TODAY AFTERNOON PHATLINE
WASHINGTON REDSKINS -3
