WEEK 2 RECAP: REDSKINS 29, SAINTS 24

On a scorching hot Sunday afternoon, the Redskins kept on fighting and eventually overcame a two score 4th quater deficit to upend the New Orleans Saints. Jason Campbell looked spot on, the wide outs created separation and made plays, and Portis ran hard up the middle, all of which added to a strong defensive effort that gave the Skins a home opening win.

Some Key Points:

• Skins finally found Chris Cooley as he caught 5 passed for 72 yards including a key 22 yard catch on 2nd and long deep in their own territory.
• Jason Taylor had his first sack as a Redskin.
• Skins limited Reggie Bush in the running game, but allowed him to return a punt 55 yards for a TD.
• 2nd Rd pick Malcolm Kelly had his first receiption, a 6 yarder while Devin Thomas did not have a catch.
• Next week, Redskins host the Arizona Cardinals.
  

Offensive Player of the Game:

Jason Campbell, QB (24-36 321 yards, 1 TD, 0 Int) - Campbell played his best game as a Redskin. There is no debate about it. He threw the ball 36 time and had ZERO turnovers, which in itself shows progress. He stood in the pocket and made smart decisions throughout the game. While the offense stalled near the red zone many times, Campbell showed discipline not to force the ball and cost his team a chance to put points on the board.

Defensive Player of the Game:

Chris Horton, DB (2 Int, 1 FR) - The rookie filled in for Doughty (flu) and was in the right place at the right time throughout the game. Horton had two interceptions and a fumble recovery, all of which showed that he is capable of making a play when an opportunity presents itself. Although he may not start, he will get more and more defensive snaps.