Sort of a backhanded compliment, but a compliment nonetheless
"As much as I've repeatedly questioned the legitimacy of the Redskins' playoff hopes this season,
there's no denying that Washington is a better, more competitive team than it has been at any point since its last playoff appearance in '99. And while I wouldn't start selling playoff tickets just yet, with their three NFC East games remaining, the Redskins could still be a factor in the division race."
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/200...aps/index.html