mar29020 Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 BY PFF ANALYSIS TEAM • SEP 18, 2017 LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 17: Morgan Moses #76 and Spencer Long #61 of the Washington Redskins congratulate Chris Thompson #25 of the Washington Redskins after he scored a touchdown during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Rams at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 17, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images) Washington opened the scoring, going up 13 points on the strength of a RB Chris Thompson touchdown run, but the Rams would respond with a RB Todd Gurley touchdown run and a field goal, which drew them close to the tie until Thompson broke off a second long touchdown run. The Rams would tie the game with another Gurley touchdown and a field goal, but Washington would win 27-20 due to a WR Ryan Grant touchdown pass from QB Kirk Cousins. With that, we give you our PFF exclusive takeaways from the contest for each team. TOP 5 GRADES: T Morgan Moses, 85.4 overall grade DI Matt Ioannidis, 81.5 overall grade CB Josh Norman, 78.7 overall grade T Trent Williams, 78.2 overall grade TE Vernon Davis, 78.2 overall grade PERFORMANCES OF NOTE: T MORGAN MOSES, 85.4 OVERALL GRADE Moses set the tone for an impressive rushing performance by Washington, as his 88.3 run-blocking grade was the best of the game. He did give up a hit and a hurry in pass protection, but against the Rams’ impressive front he still put together an impressive all-around effort. TE VERNON DAVIS, 78.2 OVERALL GRADE Davis is worth mentioning because of his strong play on run blocks, as he consistently held the point of attack or collapsed his man down the line of scrimmage on runs to his side. He had just one reception on the day, but with Washington’s emphasis on the run his play (84.1 run-blocking grade) was critical to the team’s win. CB JOSH NORMAN, 99.9 RUN DEFENSE GRADE Josh Norman is mentioned not because of his coverage, which he only allowed 2 catches, but for his work in the run game. Norman perfected the peanut punch by forcing 2 fumbles against Gurley with strong punches on the ball. DI MATT IOANNIDIS, 81.5 OVERALL GRADE The second-year defensive lineman was a force against the Rams with 4 total pressures on just 19 pass rush attempts, as his quickest moves were too much for the interior offensive line. TOP 5 GRADES: TE Gerald Everett, 83.2 overall grade DI Ethan Westbrooks, 81.3 overall grade HB Todd Gurley, 80.8 overall grade LB Mark Barron, 77.5 overall grade TE Derek Carrier, 77.4 overall grade PERFORMANCES OF NOTE: QB JARED GOFF, 43.1 OVERALL GRADE After a big turn around last week, Goff looked as he did as rookie. When Goff was pressured he struggled, while he did complete a touchdown pass under pressure, there were many bad decisions, as he struggles to break everything down under pressure HB TODD GURLEY, 80.8 OVERALL GRADE Gurley supporters have been waiting a long time to see the promise he showed in a five week span as a rookie, this week he looked better than he has in recent games. Against Washington he showed his skill set as a receiver, which is surprising given his reputation, however when he is in space he is able to use his quickness and strength to gain some big yards after the catch. LB MARK BARRON, 77.5 OVERALL GRADE For better or worse, Barron was a constant participant at the point of attack on runs (63.3 run defense grade), but he was more effective in coverage. The two receptions he allowed went for a total of just nine yards, and his seven total defensive stops led the Rams today. LB ALEC OGLETREE, 27.9 OVERALL GRADE There’s no sugar-coating it – it was a miserable day for Ogletree. While he did notch a sack on a well-timed blitz, he struggles to defeat blockers at the second level (37.5 run defense grade), and had numerous mishaps in coverage as well (28.3 coverage grade). PFF GAME BALL: JOSH NORMAN, CB *Grades are subject to change upon review Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woz Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 Is it me, or should the caption for that photo above be: MOSES: "It's dinnertime ... and you're the main course, Thompson!" ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turtle28 Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 Love to see Moses bounce back after a bad game last week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreeK1973 Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 Man I am so freaking proud of Matt Ioannidis, the Greek mountain, just a second year player with huge growth from last year. Here is to hopping he and Allen continue to grow to one of the best Dline pair in the league. I also liked Fuller a lot in this game, love his run support and he has to be the best screen coverman in the NFL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeanTaylorsaPIMP Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 So, I actually thought this was by far the best game I have ever seen Shawn Lauvao play. Any idea on his grade? He has consistently been the weak link of our offensive line but I'm wondering if that's due to our pass happy offense. Once we get the running game going, he's kind of a bulldozer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dashing202 Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 What's up with our first round pick Allen .. he hasn't made a huge impact like I thought he would . week 2 tho! Last week he had 2 qb hits but I wanna see him become destructive . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dashing202 Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 I'm proud of Preston Smith .. I talked smack about him being a SM guy etc but he's really stepping up . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dashing202 Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 Our OL had one bad week but there starting to become solid again.. miscommunication has been the issue . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dashing202 Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 Anyone feel like Munusky should get some love as well ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lavar703 Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 40 minutes ago, Dashing202 said: What's up with our first round pick Allen .. he hasn't made a huge impact like I thought he would . week 2 tho! Last week he had 2 qb hits but I wanna see him become destructive . Allen is making a huge difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mar29020 Posted September 18, 2017 Author Share Posted September 18, 2017 we should def praise manusky for making our defense play good which they havent done in years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woz Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 182 yards of Goff's 224 yards came on just 7 attempts (out of a total of 25). While the defense did an overall decent job, they got victimized for a lot of yardage due to blown coverages, poor tackling, and bad angles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dashing202 Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 4 hours ago, lavar703 said: Allen is making a huge difference. lol he's the man but I want him to be like a Suh type player . i cant complain tho . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woz Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 Just now, Dashing202 said: lol he's the man but I want him to be like a Suh type player . i cant complain tho . I would accept "really good lineman" before I start asking for "once in a generation talent." Again, not every player needs to become a superstar. Solid, workmanlike players are useful as well. Yes, I would like to see our first round pick as a star, but if he were to say cap out at a Kerrigan level, I'm not complaining. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dashing202 Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 1 hour ago, Woz said: I would accept "really good lineman" before I start asking for "once in a generation talent." Again, not every player needs to become a superstar. Solid, workmanlike players are useful as well. Yes, I would like to see our first round pick as a star, but if he were to say cap out at a Kerrigan level, I'm not complaining. He will step up ... I feel like the defensive line is good . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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