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Redskins vs. Patriots: Storylines, how to watch, and more

By Ian Cummings

BALTIMORE, MD - AUGUST 30: A Washington Redskins helmet sits on the grass before the start of the Redskins and Baltimore Ravens preseason game at M&T Bank Stadium on August 30, 2018 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
BALTIMORE, MD - AUGUST 30: A Washington Redskins helmet sits on the grass before the start of the Redskins and Baltimore Ravens preseason game at M&T Bank Stadium on August 30, 2018 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images) /
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It’s the matchup almost no one has been looking forward to. Unless you’re holding out hope for a historic upset that serves little purpose in the big picture.

The Washington Redskins have lost four in a row, and at this point, it would almost serve them best if they simply kept on losing. But they’ll try to fight, at the very least, against a New England Patriots team that represents everything they aren’t.

Since the competition itself won’t be of particular interest, the most compelling storyline is this: When will the perpetual failure be enough for Dan Snyder to make a change? For the past few weeks, we’ve been speaking of Jay Gruden’s dwindling job security. But as of now, he still has a job as Washington’s head coach. Will another embarrassing home loss be enough to catalyze change? Or will the Redskins wander forward, with no long-term plan to recover?

Today’s game might give us the answer, but we’ve said that for two weeks now. Either way, it’ll be a game worth watching, solely for the potential implications. If you live in the local D.C. area, you’ll be able to watch it live on television. Otherwise, you still have live streaming options available online, including NFL Game Pass and FuboTV. Before you watch, however, be sure to read up on our pregame links!

Riggo’s Rag Pregame Coverage

Three bold predictions for Washington’s Week 5 contest vs. the Patriots – Camenker

Redskins Saturday Spotlight: What happens if Washington gets a top three pick? – Cummings

Redskins Week 5 Reality Checks: Here come the Patriots, with a dose of reality – Payne

Washington to start Colt McCoy at quarterback against the Patriots – Cummings

Rumors: Jay Gruden didn’t want Dwayne Haskins in the NFL Draft – Cummings

25 potential replacements for Jay Gruden as Washington’s head coach – Camenker

The Redskins and the Dolphins: A tale of two tanks – Cummings

Washington should explore trading for Vikings WR Stefon Diggs, amid rumors – Camenker

Washington releases Robert Davis, promotes WR Cam Sims to roster – Cummings

Five players to watch against the New England Patriots in Week 5 – Camenker

It’s time to slow down premature assessments of Dwayne Haskins – Cummings

The Washington Redskins must fire Jay Gruden; the time is now – Bartonek

Stacking the Box: Can Dwayne Haskins save Jay Gruden’s job? – Buhler

Redskins vs. Patriots game preview: Matchups to watch, score prediction – Cummings

Jay Gruden must fire himself to keep his job as head coach – Payne

Studs and duds from Washington’s Week 4 loss to the Giants – Cummings

Redskins vs. Patriots keys to victory in Week 5. dark. Next

That’s it from us! Enjoy the game. At least try to, please.

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