PHILADELPHIA — Clinton Portis ran for 145 yards and one touchdown, wide receiver Antwaan Randle El threw a TD pass and the Redskins beat the Philadelphia Eagles 23-17 on Sunday.
Washington (4-1) has made it through the first five games under new coach Jim Zorn better than anyone expected. The Redskins went to Dallas last week and handed the Cowboys their first loss, 26-24.
They’ve played all three division rivals on the road and their next three opponents — Cleveland, Detroit and St. Louis — are a combined 1-11.
And Washington’s offense didn’t commit a turnover for the fifth straight game.
“I think the NFL was trying to throw us to the fire, to get rid of the ‘Skins out of this division,” Portis said. “I think that we play our best football with our backs up against the wall.”
The Eagles had allowed 53.8 per game on the ground.
Shaun Suisham kicked three field goals beyond 40 yards, helping the Redskins overcome a 14-0 deficit. Jason Campbell threw for 176 yards.
“It’s going to be tough for us, but we’re going to continue to fight,” Michael Westbrook said.
The Eagles (2-3) went nearly 30 minutes without a first down and had four straight three-and-outs until finally putting together a long drive.
