The Redskins methodically overwhelmed the Vikings in this second round playoff game. Washington opened up a 14-0 lead in the first quarter, and responded to a Minnesota answer with another TD before halftime. Neither team scored in the second half, but the Skins controlled the ball, the clock, and field position. Riggins ran for a playoff record 185 yards and took a trademark bow as he left the field in the fourth quarter. Knowing the NFC Championship Game would be the next week at RFK, the crowd chanted "We Want Dallas" throughout the fourth quarter, even though the Cowboys did not play their playoff game until the next day.