1. Shockey factor

In Week11, Giants tight end Jeremy Shockey torched the Redskins for 11 catches and 111 yards. Shockey leads all tight ends in receptions (49) and is second in receiving yards (563) to Tony Gonzalez (577) of the Kansas City Chiefs. He will test the linebacking corps of Jessie Armstead, LaVar Arrington and Kevin Mitchell.

2. Start fast, end strong

The Giants have outscored their opponents 33-9 in the first quarter. But then they taper off, scoring just 53 points in the fourth compared with their opponents' 95. A solid beginning hasn't been Washington's forte, as opponents are outscoring the Redskins 61-33 in the first quarter.

3. Running games

New York has rushed for fewer than 100 yards in five games, losing three of those contests. Its record is 0-3 when held to 70 running yards or fewer. Conversely, Washington is 5-2 when limiting opponents to fewer than 100 yards on the ground and 3-0 when opponents gain 70 yards or fewer.