EAST RUTHERFORD — Fueled by an efficient five-minute drive, the Redskins hold a 7-3 lead at halftime in Sunday’s game against the New York Giants.
In the first quarter, the Redskins marched 78 yards on 10 plays to take a 7-0 lead. Washington scored when quarterback Alex Smith found running back Adrian Peterson on a check down pass that resulted in a seven-yard touchdown.
The Giants later got on the board with 1:19 left in the half after kicker Aldrick Rosas hit a 37-yard field goal.
The Redskins have failed to capitalize on most of their drives. Kicker Dustin Hopkins missed a 41-yard attempt in the second.
Redskins defensive end Matt Ioannidis has two sacks.
Smith is 12-of-15 for 93 yards and a touchdown.
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