"Help for the Washington Redskins' moribund offense came from an unexpected place Sunday.

A week ago, Donte Stallworth was unemployed, another casualty of the Redskins' unending roster churn. But the nine-year veteran receiver re-signed with the team Tuesday and, against the Dallas Cowboys, sparked an offense that ranked 26th in the NFL.

The numbers weren't gaudy. Four catches. Fifty-one yards. One touchdown.

But for an offense beset by season-ending injuries, quarterback shuffles, protection problems and a host of other issues, any spark, no matter the size, is welcomed.

"Guys got to step up," coach Mike Shanahan said. "[Stallworth was] very physical, snatched a couple balls, made a couple big plays. It was really a credit to him taking advantage of an opportunity.""