Redskins vs. Jaguars: Five Things to Watch for

Sep 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) throws during the game against the Washington Redskins at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

2.  Will Injuries affect the performance of the Redskins D-Line? 

The Redskins have two defensive linemen out due to injuries this week in nose tackle Barry Cofield and his backup Kedric Golston.  Cofield as a starter is huge loss and the depth that Golston provides won’t be easily replaced either.  But the Redskins were careful to add more depth to the D-line in the offseason.

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And I think that depth will pay off for them in this situation.  Defensive end Jarvis Jenkins was a backup to start the season but he’s capable of stepping into the starting lineup and making an impact now.  Chris Baker will slide over to nose tackle and should be effective there having played there before.

Plus Jason Hatcher was one of the Redskins top free agent signings so he will be a factor.  Now the Redskins will need reserves Clifton Geathers and Frank Kearse to pick up where they left off in the preseason with solid contributions.