Jets @ Redskins prediction. . .

I took an uniformed earlier look at this matchup, and now have researched a little more. The Jets are 1-8 lifetime against Washington. Last time they beat the Redskins was in 1993, winning 3-0(snooze fest). They are 1-0 against the NFC East this year with a 27-23 win over the Cowboys in week 1. So what is gonna happen?

Jets on offense:

The number one problem the Jets will have on offense will be the 'Skins pass rush. With Brian Orakpo and rookie Ryan Kerrigan leading the team with 6 sacks, the Jets OLine will have it's hands full. Also ex-Giant NT Barry Coefield is also having an outstanding year with 2 sacks. How can the Jets negate this pass rush? By utilizing screens and quick slants. Ladianian Tomlinson is set to return for this game, and that will be huge. Shonn Green and Joe McKnight have done an admirable job catching passes out of the backfield, but that is Tomlinson's bread and butter. He has stated that he feels fresh and is ready to produce for the Jets during their most pressing time of need. Another thing that Ladianian brings to the table is his pass blocking skills. He seems to always recognize who is blitzing and is able to give Sanchez some more time. As far as Sanchez, look for Schotty to implement a short passing game early on to give his confidence a boost. The Jets must score early to take the crowd out of it and to neutralize that pass rush. If Schotty is smart he will run a no huddle, quick tempo offense to prevent Washington from catching their breath and substituting.

OFFENSIVE PLAYERS WHO WILL HAVE A BIG GAME-Tomlinson and Burress

Jets on Defense:

The Redskins have two major threats on offense, TE Fred Davis and RB Roy Helu. Standing at 6'4" 258 lbs. Davis is a big target who will likely give the Jets safeties fits. He has 3 TD's this year and really is Grossman's go to guy in the red zone. I suggested putting Revis on him as the Redskin's primary receivers are really no threat. Revis can cover larger type receivers(see Vincent Jackson,Andre Johnson, Calvin Johnson), with no problem. My only concern is whether Cromartie could hold his own against Gaffney or Moss. I'm almost positive we will see either Donald Strickland or Brodney Pool covering Davis, which is not a good thing. I think the Jets will do a good job against Helu. He is a Ray Rice type back, meaning he is elusive and fast but can run with power as well. The Jets run defense has really been good since the Patriots embarrassed them back in week 5. Mike Devito is out for this game but rookie Kenrick Ellis will get the start and I think he will play well. I saw a stat that showed how Rex Grossman is horrible when a team rushes 4 or fewer. So that means he can not throw into tight windows, when a team floods the field with defenders. Look for the Jets to end their 4 game INT drought.

DEFENSIVE PLAYERS WHO WILL HAVE A BIG GAME-David Harris,Revis,and Ellis

The Jets know they have to win out to get into the playoffs, so I think they will be focused and dominate the Redskins. JETS-20   REDSKINS-13