Editor: Joe Bryant. Game Recap Contributors: Mike Anderson, Michael Brown, Chris Burtt, J.D. Caldwell, David Dodds, Bobby Elder, Jim Enochs, Joel Faulhaber, Michael Flynn, Kevin Goldblum, Clayton Gray, Bob Harris, Fred Hebert, Jesse Hilsenrad, Drew Kendall, Jeff Lewis, Joey Matusek, Justin Oliver, Steve Prosapio, David Shick, Cody Smith, Scott Smith, Jeffrey Stout. Indianapolis 21 at Washington 26 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Indianapolis Colts: The first half was the worst showing for the Colts in recent memory. After the first half, the Colt's Passing Offense was opened up to rally from a 20-0 deficit, and would have forced a tie deep into the 4th quarter if a 2 point conversion pass to Ismail had been successful. Edgerrin James left the game with a strained Hamstring and was replaced primarily by Ricky Williams. The Colts relied on the pass with James out of the game. Coach Tony Dungy indicated James' injury wasn't serious, but it was bad enough to remove him in the fourth quarter with the game on the line. Washington Redskins: This was not Steve Spurrier Football today, as the Redskins took their time, patiently advanced the ball, and relied on FGs for the win. The Redskins also led going into Halftime for the first time this season. Shane Matthews was methodical and mistake free in the win. Matthews' ability to play mistake free football was even more impressive when you account for Pro Bowl left tackle Chris Samuels and right guard Brendan Stai who missed the game with injuries. The Redskins had committed nine turnovers and allowed 13 sacks in the previous two games with rookie Ramsey. Stephen Davis was very effective early but left the game after re-injuring the right knee he hurt earlier in the season. He was replaced by Kenny Watson who finished with 67 yards on 15 carries. The Redskins ran 37 times and passed 36. WHAT YOU OUGHT TO KNOW Indianapolis Colts Interesting trivia note: Manning is 0-5 against Spurrier lifetime, losing every game against him (0-4) in College while the QB at Tennessee. QB: Payton Manning - 21 of 32 for 214 yards with 2 TDs, and 2 INTs. Also had a single rushing yard on a bootleg for a TD. Sacked 3 times on the day against good pressure from the Redskins. Opened up the passing game in the second half to rally from a 20-0 deficit, and would have forced a tie deep into the 4th quarter if a 2 point conversion pass to Ismail had been successful RB: Edgerrin James - 14 carries for 33 yards. 5 Receptions for 14 yards with a receiving TD. Scored on a 2 yard pass from Manning. Scored on a 2 point conversion run immediately after his TD. James left the game with a strained Hamstring and was replaced primarily by Ricky Williams. The Colts relied on the pass with James out of the game. After the game, James was unsure if he would play in Week 9 against Seattle. Coach Tony Dungy indicated James' injury wasn't serious, but it was bad enough to remove him in the fourth quarter with the game on the line. Ricky Williams - 3 Carries for 21 yards. Added a 20 yard reception for a TD. Replaced James after he left with a strained Hamstring. Jim Finn - Fullback. 1 reception for 2 yards. WR: Marvin Harrison - Rushed for 8 yards on an End around. 6 receptions for 77 yards. Qadry Ismail - 3 receptions for 30 yards. 2 point conversion pass to Ismail after William's score was broken up by Fred Smoot and failed. Reggie Wayne - 2 receptions for 25 yards. Fumbled the ball after his long 21 yard reception but it rolled out of bounds. His other reception for 4 yards over the middle. TE: Marcus Pollard - 2 receptions for 38 yards. Colts Pass Defense: Not much pressure on Shane Matthews. James Cannida recorded the only Matthew's sack on the day. Did not record an INT against the Redskins. Colts Rush Defense: James Cannida forced and recovered a Steven Davis Fumble. Colts Special Teams: PK Mike Vanderjagt - 1 XP on the day. P Hunter Smith - 5 punts on the day averaging 33 yards each. Pinned the Redskins inside their own 20 only once. KR Troy Walters - 6 KO Returns averaging just over 22 yards each. Long KO return was for 34 yards. 2 punt returns, one for 34 yards, and another for 2 yards. Mishandled a Return resulting in a lost fumble. /**/**/**/**/**/**/**/**/**/**/**/**/**/**/**/**/**/**/**/**/** Washington Redskins QB: Shane Matthews - 17 of 35 for 210 yards with 2 TDs and no INTs. 3 rushes for 10 yards. TD to Chris Doering came on a heaved, up for grabs ball, from Matthews who was under heavy pressure. CB Walt Harris misjudged the ball, allowing Doering to come away with the fortunate TD. Threw a pass that was batted into the air. Matthews should have just knocked it down, but instead caught it, and was tacked for a 13 yard lost on a reception. The line will read Matthews to Matthews for -13. RB: Steven Davis - 16 carries for 80 yards. 2 receptions for 12 yards. Davis was very effective early on but left the game after re-injuring his knee. He was ripping through the Colts defense before leaving. Kenny Watson - 15 carries for 67 yards. Ladell Betts - 2 rushes for 5 yards. Rock Cartwright - Fullback. 1 reception for 5 yards. WR: Derrius Thompson - 4 receptions for 63 yards. 1 carry for 3 yards. Key 12 yard gain on a screen pass in the first drive that lead to a FG. Darnerien McCants - 3 receptions for 49 yards with a TD. McCants looked solid and definitely bears watching. Rod Gardner - 4 receptions for 48 yards. Key 16 yard reception on 3rd down in Redskins' second drive that set up a TD. Chris Doering - a single 33 yard reception for a TD. TD came on a heaved up for grabs ball from Matthews who was under heavy pressure. CB Walt Harris misjudged the ball, allowing Doering to come away with the fortunate TD. TE: Leonard Stephens - 1 reception for 13 yards. Redskins Pass Defense: Good pressure on Manning for the game. SLB LaVar Arrington sacked Manning twice. WLB Jesse Armstead sacked Manning once, and forced a fumble. SS Ifeanyi Ohalete intercepted Manning. RCB also Intercepted Manning. Redskins Rush Defense: Swarming run stuff for the day holding James to 33 yards, and the entire Colts rushing attack to 63 total yards. Redskins' Special Teams: PK James Tuthill - 4 FGs and 2 XPs. P Bryan Barker - 3 punts averaging 33 yards each, pinning the Colts inside their own 20 once. PR - Jacquez Green - 2 returns averaging 2 yards.