Atlanta Falcons: Five keys to beat the Washington Redskins

1) Stop the Redskins’ run game

Oct 4, 2015; Landover, MD, USA; Washington Redskins running back Alfred Morris (46) is tackled by Philadelphia Eagles defensive back E.J. Biggers (38) during the first half at FedEx Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

The toughest and most important thing the Atlanta Falcons will need to do in order to beat the Washington Redskins is to slow down their run game. The Redskins feature two great running backs who have already had a lot of success in 2015. Alfred Morris and Matt Jones.

Washington leads the NFL in rushing yards with 558 and is averaging 140 rushing yards per game. On the other side of the ball, the Falcons are the fifth best in the league in rushing yards allowed with 341. Something has to give.

The Redskins will run early and often and the Falcons will be ready for it. if the Falcons are able to hold the Redskins to under a 100 yards, Atlanta wins this game with ease.