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Redskins vs. Jets: Keys to victory in Week 11 of the 2019 season

By Kyle Hundley

LANDOVER, MD - AUGUST 16: Defensive tackle Da'Ron Payne #95 of the Washington Redskins sacks quarterback Sam Darnold #14 of the New York Jets in the first quarter of a preseason game at FedExField on August 16, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
LANDOVER, MD - AUGUST 16: Defensive tackle Da'Ron Payne #95 of the Washington Redskins sacks quarterback Sam Darnold #14 of the New York Jets in the first quarter of a preseason game at FedExField on August 16, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) /
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ORCHARD PARK, NY – NOVEMBER 03: Dwayne Haskins #7 of the Washington Redskins passes the ball during the fourth quarter against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field on November 3, 2019 in Orchard Park, New York. Buffalo defeats Washington 24-9. (Photo by Brett Carlsen/Getty Images)
ORCHARD PARK, NY – NOVEMBER 03: Dwayne Haskins #7 of the Washington Redskins passes the ball during the fourth quarter against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field on November 3, 2019 in Orchard Park, New York. Buffalo defeats Washington 24-9. (Photo by Brett Carlsen/Getty Images) /

1. Redskins must utilize the play-action and take some shots downfield

One thing the ‘Skins must do a better job of doing this week is taking some shots after establishing the run. Last game, Adrian Peterson was having his way against the talented Bills’ defense. Despite this success running the ball, they did not attempt to work in any play-action passes and take a shot downfield. This was to play it safe with Haskins and minimize the chances he would turn it over.

Buffalo made adjustments to stop the run in the second half and completely shut down the Redskins offense by stacking the box. That can’t happen again this week. Expect the Redskins to open up more of the playbook for Haskins. Look for Kevin O’Connell to dial up a few shots if Washington can get Peterson and Guice going and suck the defense up.

In the preseason, Haskins showed he has the arm strength to push the ball downfield. He also has a natural chemistry with Terry McLaurin from their time together at Ohio State, so he should look for him downfield. If Washington can connect on some deep shots, it will go a long way against a tough Jets’ defense.

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