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Washington capitalizes on turnover for early lead on Raiders

Washington Redskins v Dallas Cowboys

ARLINGTON, TX - NOVEMBER 24: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Washington Redskins drops back to pass during the fourth quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on November 24, 2016 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

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Some folks in Washington got off to a good start today.

Taking advantage of an early interception of Derek Carr, Washington’s out to a quick 7-0 lead on the Raiders.

After safety Montae Nicholson picked off Carr on the second play of the game, his teammates moved downfield in a hurry.

Kirk Cousins capped an eight-play, 67-yard drive with a 22-yard touchdown pass to running back Chris Thompson. Cousins did most of the work himself, as Samaje Perine gained just 9 yards on his first five carries.