Minnesota Vikings at Washington Redskins: 5 keys to victory

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Oct 9, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Bradford (8) is sacked by Houston Texans defensive end Antonio Smith (94) and teammates during the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 9, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Bradford (8) is sacked by Houston Texans defensive end Antonio Smith (94) and teammates during the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports /

#4. Protect Sam Bradford

As mentioned before, the Minnesota Vikings offensive line is all banged up. There are new starters at several positions and the team’s inability to protect their quarterback has led to some major changes in the offense over the last couple of weeks.

Week 10 will be a big test for the big fellows in the trench, as Washington is #7 in the NFL when it comes to sacks, bringing down opposing quarterbacks 22 times so far this season. They have a great blend of athleticism and power that will be difficult for the Vikings to defend against.

However, last week fans saw the Vikings keeping extra protection or chipping when possible to give their quarterback more time. That is something that should happen often on passing plays during this game if Minnesota wants to be successful.

Bradford has already taken a lot of hits this year and considering the number of quarterbacks gone this year due to injury, the Vikings need to keep their quarterback upright during this game.