What to watch for in the NFC East

Heading into week 5 of the NFL, no team in the NFC East have really pulled away from the pack. Some can say the Eagles have, since they're in first with a 3-1 record. But there is still the question if the turnovers will keep happening, which will cost them games. Then there are the Cowboys, Giants, and Redskins. All at 2-2 and all of them have questions in certain areas of the team. So here is what to look for in their week 5 games and my predictions.

Dallas Cowboys

Luckily the Cowboys have a bye week. After a very bad performance from the Cowboys against the Bears last week, they need some time to regroup. Major issues to fix, the offensive line, run game, and turnovers. The offensive line has been very sloppy every week so far. Romo seems to always be under pressure, and the run game has not been able to produce. The turnovers (mainly from Romo) also need to get fixed. The receivers need to know what rout to run, and Romo has to make sure his receivers know before throwing the ball. Pros, the defense has been there. The pass defense has improved greatly thanks to Claiborne and Carr, ranking 2nd in the league in fewest yards total. The run defense is not great but it isn't bad either, ranking 17th in the league. Over all the defense is 6th in yards allowed with 1110. But the Cowboys still need to fix the offense if the want to beat Ravens in week 6.

Washington Redskins

The Redskins have a very difficult test in week 5, the undefeated Falcons. The Redskins, may have a chance at winning this game. Even though Atlanta does have a solid defense, the Redskins have a young and explosive offense. With rookies RGIII and Alfred Morris, the offense is second in rushing in the league and 15th in passing. But the defense vs Matt Ryan will not be good. The Redskins defense are ranked 31st in defending the pass, and with Matt Ryan having one of the highest quarterback ratings in the league, it will be hard for the Redskins to stop him. But with Falcons being 29th in rush defense, the Redskins could use that to their advantage, which could make this game very close.

My prediction

Redskins win 38-35

New York Giants

The Giants had a very disappointing loss to the Eagles last week, missing a field goal that would have one them the game. But the Giants look to bounce back against the Browns who have yet to win a game this season. The Giants offense is looking good and should be able to beat the Browns defense. But the Giants don't have a great defense either, and will have to look out for rookies Trent Richardson and Brandon Weeden. 

My prediction

Giants win 28-10

Philadelphia Eagles

The Eagles team looks great, ranking 5th in total offense and 7th in defense, but there are still turnovers.  Which is why they lost to the Cardinals and only beat there other opponents by 1,1, and 2 points. But last week was an improvement, with no turnovers at all against the defending champion Giants. This week they play the Steelers who only have 3 take aways all season, but they still have a good defense. If the Eagles want to win this game, it has to be like last week with no turnovers.

My predictions

Steelers win 28-24