It was over when ...
The Redskins won the coin toss to open the overtime period. Washington never relinquished the ball, and kicker Shaun Suisham won the game with a 39-yard field goal.

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Redskins rookie safety LaRon Landry, bottom, made his presence felt in his first game, separating Dolphins receiver Marty Booker from the ball on this play.

Game balls
In his first game as a Dolphin, QB Trent Green was sharp, completing 24-of-38 passes for 219 yards and a touchdown. On the Redskins side, Clinton Portis quieted his doubters for at least a week, rushing for 98 yards and a touchdown.

Key stat
Washington's new middle linebacker London Fletcher led an improved defense with 12 tackles in the game, 10 solo. The defense also came up with two sacks and a fumble recovery while holding Miami to fewer than 300 total yards.

Noteworthy
Redskins offensive tackle Jon Jansen left the game in the first quarter with a dislocated ankle and did not return. Miami appeared to get out of the game unscathed on the injury front.