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Mark Sanchez Benched for Josh Johnson After Giants Take 40-0 Lead

Washington Redskins quarterback Mark Sanchez made his first start since 2015 on Sunday against the New York Giants, but he didn't finish the game as he was benched after the team fell behind 40-0 in the third quarter.

The veteran finished 6-of-14 passing for 38 yards with two interceptions, one of which was returned for a touchdown.

Josh Johnson took over for the Redskins, per Adam Schefter of ESPN, throwing his first pass in a regular-season NFL game since 2011.

This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.