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Redskins vs. Texans: 5 keys to victory in Week 11 matchup

By Kyle Hundley

TAMPA, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 11: Head coach Jay Gruden of the Washington Redskins talks with Alex Smith #11 on the sidelines during the first quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
TAMPA, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 11: Head coach Jay Gruden of the Washington Redskins talks with Alex Smith #11 on the sidelines during the first quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) /
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PHILADELPHIA, PA – OCTOBER 23: Carson Wentz #11 of the Philadelphia Eagles is sacked by Mason Foster #54 and Preston Smith #94 of the Washington Redskins during the first quarter of the game at Lincoln Financial Field on October 23, 2017 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PA – OCTOBER 23: Carson Wentz #11 of the Philadelphia Eagles is sacked by Mason Foster #54 and Preston Smith #94 of the Washington Redskins during the first quarter of the game at Lincoln Financial Field on October 23, 2017 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) /

No. 3 – Redskins must limit what Deshaun Watson does with his legs

The Redskins have been solid against the run much of the entire season. There were a couple of pass-rushing instances against Tampa Bay where, when they did get pressure, they let Ryan Fitzpatrick escape and make a couple of plays with his legs. Maintaining the gap with the pass rush will be vital so Watson cannot escape.

This season, Deshaun Watson is currently fourth among quarterbacks in rushing with 268 yards. He is much faster and more elusive than most quarterbacks and can make teams pay with his legs.

The Redskins’ defensive line must not allow for Watson to escape the pocket and make those plays with his legs. The defense has been taken advantage of the last two weeks on third down. This is one area they can improve, and they must be better this week. Watson must not be allowed to extend drives with his legs, as Houston is too good of a team to be given extra opportunities on drives.

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