Alex Smith believes the Washington Football Team made a significant statement with Monday afternoon's win over the previously undefeated Pittsburgh Steelers.

"We're so young that you have to have wins like this to learn from them and know you can do it," Smith said. "You don't get that confidence without having done it. So for us, I think a big win that we'll take with us, knowing we can go on the road and play with anybody."

Washington is 5-7, but could make the playoffs as the winner of the NFC East. They are currently tied with the New York Giants for the division lead.