Redskins vs. Bills preview: Storylines, how to watch, and more
By Ian Cummings
The Redskins face off against the Buffalo Bills today, in what will be a very intriguing spectacle, if nothing else.
The Washington Redskins won’t be viewed as legitimate contenders to knock off the Buffalo Bills today. They’ll play the 5-2 Bills on their own turf, whilst bringing with them a measly record of 1-7 over the first eight games of the season. A win might not be in the cards today, but the outcome of the game itself might not even be the biggest storyline.
Rather, the biggest storyline of today’s Redskins contest must be the impending first start of rookie quarterback Dwayne Haskins, who will be taking the job as the starting signal caller with the team’s previous starter, Case Keenum, still nursing a head injury.
In spot duty so far this season, Haskins has thrown for 12 completions on 22 attempts, amassed 140 yards, no touchdowns, and four interceptions. Haskins’ spot duty came in two games against the Giants and Vikings respectively.
The rookie’s early returns have made some wary of Haskins’ developmental curve, but Haskins hasn’t been able to find a groove. In both games, the first-year player was thrust into open action with little to no preparation with the first-team. In today’s game, he’ll have had several days to prepare as the starter.
That said, this game won’t be any easier for Haskins than his previous two contests were. The Bills are the No. 3 defense in the nation in total yardage, behind the Patriots and 49ers, and while they haven’t generated turnovers at as high a clip as New England and San Francisco, they’ll provide a tough test for Haskins and the Redskins offense.
You’ll want to watch Haskins’ first start, and you can do so by tuning in to NBC Sports Mid-Atlantic to watch live, if you live in the local D.C. area. If not, you can still view the game by using an online live streaming option, such as NFL Game Pass or FuboTV. Also be sure to check out our extensive bank of pregame content, organized below! We go over the coming game, as well as the week that was, with the trade deadline passing and Trent Williams returning.
Riggo’s Rag Pregame Coverage
Redskins set to start rookie quarterback Dwayne Haskins in Week 9 – Cummings
Redskins vs. Bills game preview: Matchups, score prediction, more – Cummings
Five bold predictions for Washington’s game vs. Buffalo – Camenker
Redskins vs. Bills: Keys to victory for Washington in Week 9 – Hundley
Redskins Reality Checks: Cancer, Dwayne Haskins, and an afterthought – Payne
Why the Redskins weren’t the best fit for wide receiver Josh Gordon – Camenker
Five players to watch in the Redskins Week 9 contest vs. the Bills – Cummings
Trent Williams, in revealing press conference, says he had cancer – Camenker
Trent Williams did not pass physical due to helmet discomfort – Cummings
Halloween: Three scariest defenders the Redskins could add in 2020 – Camenker
The percentages: Who will be the Redskins coach in 2020? – Johannesen
Bill Callahan expects running back Derrius Guice to play in Week 9 – Camenker
The Redskins, and the mismanagement of the Trent Williams situation – Bartonek
For the Redskins, the culture isn’t “damn good”, as Bruce Allen claims – Guffey
Redskins five pleasant surprises from disappointing 1-7 start – Cummings
Washington’s studs and duds from 19-9 loss to Minnesota – Cummings
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That’s it from us! Enjoy the game, and check back with us after the final whistle blows, as we’ll have prompt recaps and analysis up on the site!