With 10:01 left in the fourth quarter, MVP John Riggins broke a tackle on a fourth-and-1 situation and barreled 43 yards for a touchdown giving the Redskins their first lead of the game.
In a defensive battle, the Miami Dolphins defeated the Washington Redskins 14-7. Washington would get its only scoring opportunity with 2:07 left in the game as Garo Yepremian's field goal attempt was misplayed resulting in a 49 yard fumble recovery for a touchdown by Mike Bass.
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