Washington given just 12% chance to make playoffs after 1-2 start
After a 1-2 start to the 2020 NFL season in the worst division in the league, things aren’t looking too bright for Washington. Though things remain wide open in the NFC East, with Washington currently tied with the Cowboys for first place at 1-2, there isn’t much hope for anyone to make it to the playoffs, outside of the division winner.
At the moment, with the Eagles and Giants also below .500 as well, it’s pretty much a crapshoot when it comes to predicting a future playoff team.
According to FiveThirtyEight, Washington’s postseason chances sit at just 12%, with only a 10% chance of winning the division. The only team with words odds of making the playoffs is the New York Giants, who have a 6% chance, with just 5% chance of winning the division.
According to FiveThirtyEight’s model, Washington is predicted to finish the season with a 5-11 record, just squeaking by the Giants for third place in the division. Elsewhere, the Eagles are predicted to finish at 5-10-1 (19% playoff chance) and the Cowboys at 9-7 (73% chance).
