2017 NFL Picks, score predictions for Week 13

Dallas Cowboys (5-6) at Washington Redskins (5-6)

Since Ezekiel Elliott’s suspension was reinstated, the Dallas Cowboys have been caught in a downward spiral. They’ve dropped three games in a row, scoring a total of 22 points in that time while looking like a complete train wreck.

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It’s not going to get any easier against the Washington Redskins, a team that has looked like a contender at times in 2017. The offense has gone off on a number of occasions, and the defense boasts several big-time playmakers as well. Things haven’t gone D.C.’s way this season, but it hasn’t been due to a lack of talent.

Look for Washington to invest every ounce of effort into making Prescott uncomfortable. He’s been awful since Elliott’s departure, and that’ll remain the case this week. I wouldn’t be surprised if the Redskins sack him at least four times and force him into at least a couple of turnovers.

This win allows the Redskins to stay slightly relevant in the playoff hunt. It also hands the Philadelphia Eagles the crown to the NFC East, something no one would have expected would happen in Week 13.

Prediction: Redskins win 31-10