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Washington Redskins head coach Jay Gruden rubs his eyes during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Worst Redskins loss in decades

By Thom Loverro

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) runs off the field after an NFL football game against the New York Giants in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. The New York Giants defeated the Washington Redskins 19-10. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

After the hangover eases, reality sets in

By Deron Snyder

New York Giants cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (41) carries the ball after intercepting a pass intended for Washington Redskins wide receiver Pierre Garcon (88) during the second half of an NFL football game in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. The Giants won 19-10. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Kirk Cousins’ late pick caps team’s late-season slump

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) celebrates his nine-yard touchdown run against the Chicago Bears during the first half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Kirk Cousins, Will Compton, Ryan Kerrigan step up

By Tommy Chalk - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) throws under pressure from Chicago Bears cornerback Deiondre' Hall (32) during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Kirk Cousins has answered the question

By Thom Loverro

Chicago Bears quarterback Matt Barkley (12) throws against the Washington Redskins during the first half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Halftime: Redskins 24, Bears 14

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) celebrates his nine-yard touchdown run against the Chicago Bears during the first half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Cousins leads way as Redskins pound Bears 41-21

By ANDREW SELIGMAN - Associated Press

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins broke his franchise record for passing yards on Monday against the Carolina Panthers and sits at 4,360 with two games to go. (Associated Press)

Kirk Cousins tries to bounce back for Redskins against Bears after tough stretch

By Brian McNally - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016, file photo, Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Glendale, Ariz. The Redskins play the Chicago Bears on Saturday, Dec. 24. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)

Redskins QB Cousins tries to bounce back from tough stretch

By BRIAN MCNALLY - Associated Press

In this Monday, Dec. 19, 2016 photo, Washington Redskins running back Rob Kelley (32) is overwhelmed by the Carolina Panthers defense during the second half of an NFL football game in Landover, Md. With their playoff hopes at stake, the Redskins want to get back to a balanced offense Saturday at the Bears. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Redskins seek return to balanced offense against Bears

By STEPHEN WHYNO - Associated Press

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) is forced out of bounds by Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Kawann Short (99) during the second half of an NFL football game in Landover, Md., Monday, Dec. 19, 2016. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Redskins’ running game hit low point against Panthers

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

Carolina Panthers fullback Mike Tolbert (35) rolls over Washington Redskins outside linebacker Martrell Spaight (50) for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game in Landover, Md., Monday, Dec. 19, 2016. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Redskins lose control of playoff hopes with loss to Panthers

By STEPHEN WHYNO - Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 27, 2015, file photo, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Kellen Moore throws against the Buffalo Bills during the second half of an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y. The Cowboys take on the Washington Redskins on Sunday. (AP Photo/Gary Wiepert, File)

Cowboys’ defense slipping while team keeps on winning

By SCHUYLER DIXON - Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 26, 2015, file photo, Washington Redskins head coach Jay Gruden, right, watches quarterback Kirk Cousins warm up before an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Philadelphia. Gruden is excited to face his former team in the Bengals. Gruden was Cincinnati’s offensive coordinator from 2011-2013 and is trying in Washington to help Kirk Cousins grow like Andy Dalton did.(AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)

Jay Gruden key to Kirk Cousins’ long-term contract

By Thom Loverro

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) wipes his face as he huddles with teammates in the first half of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)

Kirk Cousins and the cost of getting Joe Flacco money

By Thom Loverro

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) throws the ball as he warms-up before an NFL Football game against Cincinnati Bengals at Wembley Stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 30, 2016. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)

Three questions for the Redskins’ offense

By Tommy Chalk - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) throws the ball during an NFL Football game between Cincinnati Bengals and Washington Redskins at Wembley Stadium in London, Sunday Oct. 30, 2016. (AP Photo/Tim Ireland)

Kirk Cousins finishes Sunday’s game with best game of the year: Pro Football Focus report

By Tommy Chalk - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins dons a pocket square emblazoned with initials representing "Hail To The Redskins" as he speaks at a news conference after an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2016, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Kirk Cousins drowns out critics by leading Redskins on win streak

By Stephen Whyno - Associated Press

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins looks for a receiver in the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2016, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally)

Kirk Cousins plugging along in search of last season’s level

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins running back Rob Kelley, left, pushes away Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham as he rushes the ball in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2016, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Redskins beat up Eagles’ defense on way to 27-20 victory

By STEPHEN WHYNO - Associated Press