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  • WSH vs ARI Week 17 Radio Broadcast

    Transcript:
    “Week 17 in the NFL and the Washington Redskins had everything on the line at FedEx Field — a playoff spot, a shot at redemption, and the weight of an entire season hanging in the balance.

    Final score: Redskins 12, Cardinals 7.

    And let me tell you — this was no offensive showcase. It was a cold-weather slugfest, defined by defense, gutsy calls, and a few moments that changed everything.”

    “Early on, Washington threatened near the goal line — but Simeon Rice blew it up with a huge sack, forcing a field goal and keeping Arizona in it. Then, right before the half, Jake Plummer uncorked a 50-yard bomb to Frank Sanders — Cardinals go up 7-3 and the home crowd falls silent.”

    “But Arizona’s coaching staff made a bizarre decision — they went for it on 4th down inside their own territory with under a minute to go in the half. Didn’t get it. The Redskins capitalized with a short drive and another field goal to make it 7-6 at the break.”

    “Fast forward to the fourth quarter — still 7-6, Washington driving. Brad Johnson finds Stephen Davis across the middle and he flys up the sideline. Called a touchdown on the field — and it held. That gave Washington the 12-7 lead, and the defense — featuring Hall of Famers like Champ Bailey, Deion Sanders, and Darrell Green — shut it down the rest of the way.”

    “So, Washington sneaks into the playoffs as the NFC’s fifth seed. Not pretty. Not flashy. But playoff football never is. The Redskins survive — and advance.”

    “Next week? The real season begins.”

  • Redskins Survive Cardinals, 12–7, to Clinch Playoff Berth

    Redskins Survive Cardinals, 12–7, to Clinch Playoff Berth

    By Bava Licious | AI Maddeness

    LANDOVER, Md. — It wasn’t flashy. It wasn’t easy. But it was enough.

    With the postseason on the line and a season of inconsistency behind them, the Washington Redskins did just enough Sunday to secure a 12–7 victory over the Arizona Cardinals — punching their ticket to the NFC playoffs as the fifth seed.

    Washington’s defense — anchored by a legendary secondary featuring Deion Sanders, Champ Bailey, and Darrell Green — held Arizona to a single scoring play and forced key stops in critical moments.

    Early on, Washington looked poised to dominate after driving inside the Cardinals’ 10-yard line. But a third-down sack by Arizona’s Simeon Rice snuffed out the threat, holding the Redskins to a field goal.

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    Rice sacks Johnson to force a field goal in the first quarter

    Jake Plummer, inconsistent for much of the year, struck quickly before halftime. His 50-yard touchdown pass to Frank Sanders gave the Cardinals a 7–3 lead with under two minutes left in the first half.

     

    Jake “the Snake” Plummer connects with Frank Sanders for a 50-yard TD!

    That lead would be short-lived. On a controversial call, Arizona opted to go for it on 4th down deep in their own territory with just under a minute left in the half. The gamble failed. Washington responded with a short drive and another field goal, narrowing the deficit to 7–6 at halftime.

    The second half devolved into a defensive battle, with both teams struggling to move the ball. But late in the fourth quarter, Brad Johnson connected with Stephen Davis across the middle and up the sideline for a 26-yard game-winning score.

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    Stephen Davis’s game-winning touchdown pass play

    “Our defense held strong all game,” head coach Norv Turner said afterward. “And when we needed one drive, Brad and Stephen gave it to us.”

    With the win, Washington finishes the regular season 10–6 and advances to the Wild Card round. For Arizona, a 3–13 season ends with more questions than answers.

    For Washington, though, the season continues.

    “We’re not done yet,” Darrell Green said in the locker room. “This team’s got more to say.”

  • Out of the Backfield, Into the Playoffs

    Out of the Backfield, Into the Playoffs

    On this high-stakes play, Sean Davis lines up as the lone halfback behind quarterback Brad Johnson. As the Redskins look to re-take the lead, Davis releases from the backfield and cuts sharply across the middle, slipping into space ten yards downfield. About ten yards downfield, Johnson delivers a strike, hitting Davis just as he clears into the second level of the defense. The timing is perfect — Davis doesn’t break stride as he secures the catch.

    With the end zone in sight and playoff hopes on the line, Davis turns on the jets. He outruns the final defenders and crosses the goal line untouched — a game-winning touchdown that puts Washington ahead late and secures a postseason berth. It’s a play built on timing, poise, and explosive finishing ability. In a clutch moment, Davis delivers — not just a score, but a season-defining exclamation point.

  • Plummer Drops a Dime — Sanders Finishes It in Style!

    Plummer Drops a Dime — Sanders Finishes It in Style!

    On this scoring play, Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jake Plummer executes a smooth dropback and surveys the field while maintaining a clean pocket. Wide receiver Frank Sanders runs a precise route, gaining a step on his defender as he cuts across the middle or into the end zone. With impeccable timing, Plummer delivers a sharp throw into a tight window, hitting Sanders in stride as he crosses the goal line — a perfectly executed connection in rhythm.

    This play exemplifies trust and chemistry between quarterback and receiver. Plummer’s quick release and decision-making, combined with Sanders’ sharp route and secure hands, turn a well-defended situation into six points. It’s a high-percentage throw made possible by crisp execution and good pass protection, turning a routine red zone look into a momentum-shifting touchdown.

  • A Defensive Clinic by Simeon Rice

    A Defensive Clinic by Simeon Rice

    On a critical 3rd and Goal, Washington Redskins quarterback Brad Johnson drops back near the goal line, scanning for a quick scoring option. Lined up wide at right defensive end, Arizona Cardinals’ pass rusher Simeon Rice explodes off the edge, instantly beating the right tackle with a sharp speed rush. As Johnson sets to throw, Rice bends around the corner and closes fast, collapsing the pocket and bringing Johnson down for a sack before the play can develop — a textbook example of edge pressure disrupting a scoring opportunity.

    This play highlights Rice’s elite burst and timing, showcasing why he was one of the NFL’s most feared pass rushers during his time with Arizona. More than just a sack, it was a momentum-shifting red zone stand — turning a potential touchdown into a forced field goal.  This wasn’t just a sack. It was a defensive clinic by Simeon Rice in a high-pressure situation. With the Cardinals backed into their own red zone, Rice’s explosiveness sealed the play and set the tone defensively. Brad Johnson never stood a chance once Rice turned the corner.