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Redskins Game Thread: NFL Week 15 vs. Arizona Cardinals

By Jacob Camenker

ARLINGTON, TX - NOVEMBER 30: Head coach Jay Gruden of the Washington Redskins stands on the sidelines during the game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on November 30, 2017 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)
ARLINGTON, TX - NOVEMBER 30: Head coach Jay Gruden of the Washington Redskins stands on the sidelines during the game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on November 30, 2017 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images) /
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This is the third to last game of the Washington Redskins 2017 season. We want to hear from you what you think about the game!

In some odd way, this feels like a must-win game for the Washington Redskins. It’s not to the same extent that the games of the past have been must-wins. It’s not like the Week 17 tilt with the Giants from last year where the team’s playoff lives hinged on a victory. This time, a win would do a lot to help the coaching staff and some players ensure that they will still be employed by the Redskins following the season.

Jay Gruden has been on the hot seat over the course of the past couple of weeks. Since the defeat in Dallas that essentially knocked the team out of realistic playoff contention, Gruden has done little to prove that he has the motivational capabilities to run a successful NFL team. After the clunker the team put up against the Chargers in Week 14, many questioned where the team’s fight was and that led many to criticize Gruden.

At the same time, as things often are with the Redskins, there are two split factions on this debate. Some think that Gruden should be fired. Others are willing to write off this season as a by-product of injuries that no NFL head coach could overcome.

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In short, this game is looking like a big one for the coaching staff, as a win here would do a lot to ensure that they will be back for the 2018 season. Conversely, a loss would turn up the dial on the hot seat and add further uncertainty to the final two games of the season.

But, I digress. What all this boils down to is this. The Redskins need to put forth a solid effort this week even if it’s in a loss. The fan base, front office, players, and coaching staff all need a good performance. It doesn’t have to be a win, but they need to at least give themselves a chance this week.

Throughout the game, feel free to discuss what you think of the Redskins here on our game thread. Do you think they lack energy? See any players you like? Are you in the faction that believes Jay Gruden need to go? Post it on the comment board below!

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Enjoy the game and as always, HAIL TO THE REDSKINS!

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