Redskins Can't Fool Themselves

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IT WAS A MEANINGLESS win for the Redskins this season, yet Sunday's result could have both a very positive, and a very negative, effect on their future.

Since it's the holidays, let's start with the positive. LaRon Landry's tackle at the one-yard line could be the difference between the Philadelphia Eagles making a Super Bowl run and blowing up their team as we know it.

If the Eagles miss the playoffs, as seems likely, our bet is the Andy Reid/Donovan McNabb era is over. And while the Eagles have never won a Super Bowl in their 10 years together, Philadelphia has been the class of the NFC East.

The Redskins are better off if the Eagles start over.

Now for the down side — and no, it has nothing to do with draft status.

Should Washington beat the 49ers on Sunday and finish on a two-game winning streak with a 9-7 record, there may be temptation to feel too good about this group.

Major work needs to be done on both lines and a serious evaluation of Jim Zorn and Jason Campbell is needed.

As currently constructed, the Redskins can't win the Super Bowl next year.

A dramatic move like firing the coach or quarterback may not be needed, but a lot needs to be done in a short time.

A window of opportunity may arise with Philly's demise. The Redskins can't afford to fool themselves in a crucial offseason.

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