This week on “NFL Turning Point”, we analyze the Ravens/Redskins match-up and how rookie back-up Kirk Cousins saved Washington’s season in the closing seconds of regulation. We also analyze Adrian Peterson’s remarkable recovery from knee surgery and his pursuit of Eric Dickerson’s single-season rushing record. Lastly, we look into the Cowboys critical victory over the Bengals, including Dez Bryant’s pivotal touchdown that he caught with a broken finger. Be sure to tune in to “NFL Turning Point”, tonight at 10 p.m. ET on NBC Sports Network. Also, don’t forget to join the conversation on Twitter at #NFLTurningPoint.
Ravens vs Redskins
– Alfred Morris’ rushing success out of the Pistol formation
– Joe Flacco’s struggle and eventual success against the Redskins Cover Zero defense
– How a week 5 interception aided Kirk Cousins in this week’s critical play
Adrian Peterson
– How Adrian Peterson’s lateral quickness as improved since the beginning of the season
– Peterson’s success against 8 and 9 man defensive fronts
– The similarities and differences between Terrell Davis’ injury and Peterson’s
Cowboys vs Bengals
– Bengals early success in the run game
– Geno Atkins impact on the Cowboys passing game
– How Dez Bryant’s injury and subsequent return shaped the conclusion to the game
