Jaguars host the Redskins: Predicting the winner

The Jacksonville Jaguars face the Washington Redskins in a game that has no playoff implications but does have an impact on both teams’ futures.

This is one of those games that could surprise us all. The Jacksonville Jaguars are officially eliminated from the playoffs. With no postseason planning to be had, maybe the team comes out loose and plays the brand of football expected of them all season.

I know, it might be wishful thinking.

The Jaguars face Josh Johnson, a quarterback the coaching staff has had little knowledge of other than some film over the course of his career.

"“He can move around, extend plays, run the read-option, throws a quick game well, can really fit the ball in well,” head coach Doug Marrone said when he met with the media earlier this week.“We’ll probably get more information as the week goes on looking back [at their game yesterday, Sunday].”"

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This is a game that could determine Marrone’s future with the team.

While there has been plenty of talk about changes being made in the front office and the coaches in the organization, a loss could mean another strike against Marrone, et al.

We here at Black and Teal once again take a chance and predict the winner this week. While last week was a 30-9 disaster at Tennessee, there is more hope for a better outcome at TIAA Bank Field on Sunday.

David Levin – This is one of those games where the offenses cannot find the end zone.

For the Jaguars, it’s game that should be dictated by the run game and how effective the pass rush can rattle Johnson.

Jacksonville must find a way to stop the Redskins running game, most notably Adrian Peterson, forcing Johnson to beat the Jaguars through the air. It’s a recipe that should work well for Jacksonville’s secondary.

Look for Jalen Ramsey to have a huge game, possibly with a multiple-interception afternoon. I do think the Jaguars will be able to run the football, with Leonard Fournette topping the century mark. The last home game leads to a win for the Black and Teal. Jaguars 16 Redskins 10.

Lorenzino Estrada – Both of these teams are looking toward the offseason at this point. With both of these teams on their backup QB’s, look for the defense to be a high priority. In a low-scoring game, Jaguars win 13-6.

Kathy Clark – The Jaguars have more issues than I can ever recall.

They are cutting and adding players at this time of the year which is unheard of. The Redskins have even more issues. Desperation is rampant in both organizations.

I honestly think the Redskins are in worse shape than the Jaguars. Jaguars 13 Redskins 6.