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The 2006 Washington Redskins returned to Texas Stadium for Game 2 and picked up where they left off with 7 minutes left in Game 2 of 2005. For most of that game, the Redskins offense was stuck in the mud, able to generate few first downs while Dallas did just enough against our defense to pull away. Around that seven minute mark, something magical happened in 2005. The offense summoned up enough daring, focus, and confidence to go with their physical talent to go on the attack. The tables turned, the Skins walked away with a comeback victory, and that confidence carried the team the rest of the season and into the playoffs.

Quarterback: B - Brunell played an efficient game, not taking any chances with the ball, avoiding sacks, and scrambling when necessary. Unfortunately, it was necessary too often. He seemed to be throwing on the run or with someone in his face much of the night. He was also stuck with the plays that were called, which seemed to emphasize screens and swings over downfield strikes. Still, when given time and a view of the field, he hit Moss and Randle-El on several deep passes, and his final drive sideline passes almost sent the game into OT.

The article in Washingtonpost.com's Redskins section today (Saunders: Critics are Missing the Point) cites Al Saunders stating what many of us have suspected watching the preseason: The Redskins offense has kept it's cards firmly on the table.