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Redskins vs. Jets podcast recap: Starters shine, team wins low-scoring effort

By Ian Cummings

LANDOVER, MD - AUGUST 16: Defensive back Troy Apke #30 of the Washington Redskins celebrates with defensive tackle Ondre Pipkins #78 after intercepting a pass thrown by quarterback Sam Darnold #14 of the New York Jets (not pictured) in the first half of a preseason game at FedExField on August 16, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
LANDOVER, MD - AUGUST 16: Defensive back Troy Apke #30 of the Washington Redskins celebrates with defensive tackle Ondre Pipkins #78 after intercepting a pass thrown by quarterback Sam Darnold #14 of the New York Jets (not pictured) in the first half of a preseason game at FedExField on August 16, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) /
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At times, it wasn’t pretty. And at other times, it was very pretty. Amidst ups and downs, the Redskins managed to get the job done against the Jets, winning 15-13.

The No. 1 goal in preseason in never to win, but it doesn’t hurt to do that, and usually, when you win, you’re doing a lot of things right. The Washington Redskins, or at least two-thirds of the Redskins, played with polish on Thursday night.

Washington’s starters looked spry on both sides of the ball. Alex Smith was efficient on one drive, going 4 for 6 for 48 yards and leading the Redskins to the goal line. The first-team defensive line was borderline dominant, with Daron Payne and Jonathan Allen combining as a formidable duo on the interior. And Dustin Hopkins was sharp, hitting all five of his field goal attempts.

That said, as the team’s backups entered the game, the Redskins lost some of the spunk that helped them take a nine-point lead. There were flashes all across the board, and the Redskins managed to eek out a closely-contested win, but while the starters played a complete, consistent game, there’s reason to believe that things can improve, from a depth standpoint.

We’re a little tired in this podcast, as it was recorded close to midnight, but we still managed to piece together some thoughts on Washington’s nail-biting win against the New York Jets. How did Alex Smith look in his Redskins debut? Who made a case to make the roster? Which positions looked best? What were some areas for concern? You can hear all that, and more, by clicking the play button below!

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Washington plays the Denver Broncos in Week 3 of preseason, in a presumed dress rehearsal, and after that, they close out the opening stretch of the 2018 season with a game against the Baltimore Ravens. The season opener is right around the corner! Until then, and after that point, be sure to stick with us here at Riggo’s Rag.

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