After its 17-15 win over Seattle Monday night, Washington has won three consecutive games and is two games behind the Dallas Cowboys.
In that game, Washington rushed for 190 yards.
Receiver DK Metcalf was held to one catch for 13 yards by corners Kendall Fuller and William Jackson III.
Washington’s turnaround started with improved secondary play, with Landon Collins expanding his role and taking on some linebacker duties when not playing safety.
Quarterback Russell Wilson had time in the pocket and Fuller broke off his coverage of Metcalf and jumped a ball to Freddie Swain in the back of the end zone for an interception, preventing Seattle from tying the game.
QB breakdown: Taylor Heinicke played an efficient game and was able to escape tough situations in the pocket to gain yards — with his arm or his legs.
After it released Dustin Hopkins, Chris Blewitt had three kicks blocked in two games — two in a loss at Denver, a game that could haunt Washington.