It took overcoming a shaky start, but the Washington Redskins wound up running away in Houston with the win they desperately needed. Led by a restored Clinton Portis and a scintillating, Billy Chapel-esque performance from Mark Brunell, Washington’s offense played inspired ball, and the Texans conceded their third defeat, to the tune of 31-15.
As the two teams traded opening series, Washington fans had to wonder if the team’s woes were going to continue. Ceding possession after one of their this-close-to-patented three-and-outs, Washington’s defense gave up a huge play to Texans wideout Andre Johnson. Houston capped off the drive with a touchdown pass from David Carr to Mark Bruener on the next play. It took about four minutes for Houston to go from their season’s first three-and-out defensive stand to the easily acquired touchdown, and Skins backers had to wonder if they were in for another long day.
