LANDOVER, Md. -- The Redskins will have their two most important defensive linemen and their most dynamic playmaking receiver available for Thursday's game against the New York Giants. End Jason Hatcher, nose tackle Chris Baker and receiver DeSean Jackson, all listed as questionable on the injury report, are on the active list Thursday.
The only notable change will occur at left guard, where Josh LeRibeus will start for the injured Shawn Lauvao (knee). That's not a surprise given that Lauvao was downgraded earlier in the week. The free-agent signee has had a rough start, so this is a good opportunity for LeRibeus.
In addition to Lauvao, the other Redskins inactives: Quarterback Robert Griffin III, linebacker Akeem Jordan, defensive lineman Kedric Golston, tight end Jordan Reed, receiver Santana Moss and newly-signed nose tackle Robert Thomas.
Even without Golston and Thomas, the Redskins will have five defensive linemen available Thursday. The Giants have a weak interior line, so having Baker and Hatcher able to play is crucial.
For New York, the inactives are receiver Odell Beckham, linebacker Jon Beason, linebacker Devon Kennard, tackle Charles Brown, tackle James Brewer and defensive tackle Jay Bromley. Jameel McClain will start for Beason, as has been the routine this season. Mark Herzlich replaces McClain on the strongside.
