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5 Takeaways From Washington Redskins’ Week 8 Win

5 Takeaways From Washington Redskins' Week 8 Win

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As bad as the Washington Redskins have been so far this season, they rolled into Jerry's World and played their hearts out against the Dallas Cowboys and got a big win on Monday night. The Redskins were't perfect, but they did what they had to in order to get the job done. Here are my five takeaways from the Redskins' win.

5. DeSean Jackson shredded Dallas' defense

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5. DeSean Jackson shredded Dallas' defense

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DeSean Jackson went off on the Cowboys with six receptions for 136 yards.

4. Alfred Morris moved the chains

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4. Alfred Morris moved the chains

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Alfred Morris hasn't had a great season so far, but he did a nice job of moving the ball on Monday night with 18 carries for 76 yards and a touchdown.

3. Colt McCoy stepped up

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3. Colt McCoy stepped up

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Colt McCoy didn't play great, but he stepped up and made some nice plays that helped Washington get the win.

2. Bashaud Breeland shut down the Cowboys' receivers

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2. Bashaud Breeland shut down the Cowboys' receivers

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Rookie cornerback Bashaud Breeland put the clamps on Dez Bryant and the Cowboys' receivers.

1. Cowboys couldn't handle the blitz

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1. Cowboys couldn't handle the blitz

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It was like the Cowboys had never seen a blitz before. They gave up a total of five sacks.

Paul Jackiewicz is an NFL writer for www.RantSports.com. Follow him on Twitter @Paul_Jackiewicz, “Like” him on Facebook or add him to your network on Google.

 

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