Monday, December 17, 2007

Windy Start

Giants Stadium is known for its swirling, unpredictable winds, and last night was no exception. As Redskins place kicker Shaun Suisham set the ball on the tee for the opening kickoff, the ball blew away. After the ball blew off the tee again, reserve cornerback Leigh Torrence had to hold it in place for the kickoff.

Last night's chilly temperatures led several Redskins to break out the full complement of cold-weather accessories. Not surprisingly, cornerback Fred Smoot was the most fashion-forward, showcasing an ensemble that included a burgundy undershirt, burgundy gloves, burgundy leggings and burgundy cleats wrapped in burgundy tape.

At the Metrodome, 8:15 p.m. (NBC)

The Vikings (7-6) have won four games in a row to move into control of the second wild-card berth in the NFC. Rookie RB Adrian Peterson has proved to be one of the most dangerous players in the league, and backup Chester Taylor can be a breakaway threat as well.