Breakdown: Pocket Protector

The final Washington Post animated breakdown of the 2009 season details how the Redksins could use tight end motion to augment their abysmal pass protection and open up opportunities downfield. Thanks to Chris Rukan for making those animations look so exceptional, and to Emil Steiner and Gene Wang for the opportunity to contribute.

January 02, 2010, 10:36 pm ET
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January 02, 2010, 10:36 pm ET
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The Breakdown: A Vertical Challenge

This week's Washington Post Gameday animation details how the Raiders might spread the Redskins' nickel defense out and make plays against sloppy zone handoffs and improper positioning by deep cornerbacks - factors that have made Washington's defense vulnerable to vertical routes all season.

December 12, 2009, 7:27 pm ET
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December 12, 2009, 7:27 pm ET
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The Breakdown: Horse-Powered Offense

This week's Gameday play animation for the Washington Post details one variant of the Denver Broncos' "Wild Horses" formation. The play shown is based on Knowshon Moreno's 12-yard run against the Patriots in Week 5 -- the first time the Broncos broke out their own particular Wildcat.

November 14, 2009, 6:57 am ET
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November 14, 2009, 6:57 am ET
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