The Packers defeat the Redskins 48-47 on Monday night. On October 17, 1983, the Green Bay Packers faced a huge test when they hosted the Washington Redskins. The 1983 Washington Redskins season was the team's 52nd in the National Football League (NFL) and 47th in Washington, D.C. The season began with the club attempting to win consecutive Super Bowls after defeating the Miami Dolphins in Super Bowl XVII.