5 bold Washington Commanders predictions vs. the Cowboys in Week 12
By Dean Jones
There are plenty of exciting storylines attached to the Washington Commanders' divisional matchup against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 12. Putting them to one side and remaining professional is the primary objective for head coach Dan Quinn and his squad.
This is a pivotal game for the Commanders. They've lost their last two contests versus potential playoff challengers. Things still look promising at 7-4 with some winnable contests upcoming, but Washington cannot afford to see this slump continue versus a team going through significant turmoil right now.
The Cowboys are in complete disarray. They were heavily beaten at home to the Houston Texans on Monday Night Football, so the opportunity to strike a blow and turn the tide of this storied rivalry is there for all to see.
It's a time for big characters and composed emotions. There's an expectancy among the fanbase to get the job done. Starting well and keeping their foot on the gas throughout should be enough to secure an eighth victory of the season.
With that being said, here are five bold predictions for the Commanders in Week 12 at Northwest Stadium.
Bold Washington Commanders predictions in Week 12 vs. Cowboys
Mike Sainristil locks down CeeDee Lamb
This game unfortunately came too soon for stud cornerback Marshoon Lattimore. He was officially ruled out despite Dan Quinn stating it wouldn't be much longer before he made his eagerly-anticipated Washington Commanders debut. Until then, the team's other cornerbacks must step up and make their presence felt.
Their primary challenge in Week 12 is restricting the influence of CeeDee Lamb. He's one of the league's most prolific pass-catchers for a reason and can take over any game when in the mood. The Dallas Cowboys' consistency under center is a stumbling block for the Oklahoma product, but he cannot be underestimated.
Looking at the inconsistencies of others, it might be worth Joe Whitt Jr. putting rookie second-rounder Mike Sainristil on Lamb to see how he fares. The former Michigan star thrived versus Philadelphia Eagles wideout A.J. Brown in Week 11. He never backs down from a fight and is proving highly capable of covering some of the NFL's best with minimal fuss.
If Sainristil can do the same with Lamb this weekend, the Commanders' chances will improve exponentially.