NFL: Backup QB Collins guides Redskins to win over Bears

(Agencies)
Updated: 2007-12-07 17:36

WASHINGTON - Replacement quarterback Todd Collins threw two touchdowns to steer the Washington Redskins to a 24-16 win over the Chicago Bears on Thursday.

Collins replaced injured Redskins starter Jason Campbell in the second quarter and helped Washington snap a four-game losing streak.

He connected with Todd Yoder on a 21-yard scoring pass in the second quarter and threw 16 yards to Ladell Betts in the fourth.

The win improved Washington's record to 6-7. Chicago, which lost quarterback Rex Grossman to a knee injury in the first quarter, dropped to 5-8.



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