Game story
In Week 13 of the 2012 NFL season on 2012-12-02, the New York Jets took care of business against the Arizona Cardinals, pulling away with a 7–6 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
R. Lindley (Arizona Cardinals) paced the passing game, with -20.92 total EPA, and -27.6% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, R. Johnson (Arizona Cardinals) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +2.97 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+18.4% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Arizona Cardinals changed the game: (1:11) (Punt formation) 49-R.Johnson right end to NYJ 35 for 40 yards (20-K.Wilson).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q4 | — | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona Cardinals | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| New York Jets | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 R. Johnson · Arizona Cardinals · Rushing · +2.97 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.97 EPA/play
- 2 D. Keller · New York Jets · Receiving · +2.58 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.29 EPA/play
- 3 G. McElroy · New York Jets · Passing · +1.59 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.16 EPA/play
- 4 S. Greene · New York Jets · Rushing · +1.41 total EPA · 25 snaps · +0.06 EPA/play
- 5 S. Hill · New York Jets · Receiving · +0.42 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.05 EPA/play
- 6 B. Powell · New York Jets · Rushing · +0.34 total EPA · 13 snaps · +0.03 EPA/play
- 7 J. McKnight · New York Jets · Rushing · -0.04 total EPA · 2 snaps · -0.02 EPA/play
- 8 W. Powell · Arizona Cardinals · Rushing · -0.20 total EPA · 4 snaps · -0.05 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
R. Johnson — ARI · Rushing
R. Johnson posted the highest total EPA (+2.97) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Arizona Cardinals's efficiency. Across 1 counted snaps, they averaged +2.97 EPA per play.
The signature play (-5.58 EPA) came from New York Jets: (:38) 6-M.Sanchez pass deep right intended for 86-J.Cumberland INTERCEPTED by 25-K.Rhodes at ARI 22. 25-K.Rhodes to NYJ 48 for 30 yards (6-M.Sanchez).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- New York Jets — J. Cumberland (G. McElroy pass)
Field goals
- Arizona Cardinals — J. Feely
- Arizona Cardinals — J. Feely
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The second quarter: Arizona Cardinals won the period 3–0. Arizona Cardinals connected on a field goal from the NYJ 30 (Q2 30:03) — (:03) 3-J.Feely 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-9-D.Zastudil..
The fourth quarter: New York Jets won the period 7–3. New York Jets found the end zone from the ARI 1 (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) 14-G.McElroy pass short right to 86-J.Cumberland for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Jets added 1 points from the ARI 2 (Q4 14:55) — 2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-3-R.Malone.; Arizona Cardinals connected on a field goal from the NYJ 17 (Q4 10:39) — (10:39) 3-J.Feely 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-9-D.Zastudil..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q2 31:11) — (1:11) (Punt formation) 49-R.Johnson right end to NYJ 35 for 40 yards (20-K.Wilson).
- New York Jets (Q4 12:32) — (12:32) (Shotgun) 14-G.McElroy pass short right to 21-K.Bell to NYJ 37 for 2 yards (25-K.Rhodes). FUMBLES (25-K.Rhodes), RECOVERED by ARI-58-D.Washington at NYJ 38. 58-D.Washington to NYJ 35 for 3 yar
- New York Jets (Q1 45:38) — (:38) 6-M.Sanchez pass deep right intended for 86-J.Cumberland INTERCEPTED by 25-K.Rhodes at ARI 22. 25-K.Rhodes to NYJ 48 for 30 yards (6-M.Sanchez).
- New York Jets (Q1 57:06) — (12:06) 6-M.Sanchez pass short middle intended for 11-J.Kerley INTERCEPTED by 25-K.Rhodes [51-P.Lenon] at NYJ 28. 25-K.Rhodes to NYJ 26 for 2 yards (81-D.Keller). The Replay Assistant challenged the i
- New York Jets (Q1 50:20) — (5:20) 2-N.Folk 46 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-3-R.Malone.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- New York Jets (Q1 45:38) — (:38) 6-M.Sanchez pass deep right intended for 86-J.Cumberland INTERCEPTED by 25-K.Rhodes at ARI 22. 25-K.Rhodes to NYJ 48 for 30 yards (6-M.Sanchez).
- New York Jets (Q4 0:38) — (:38) 14-G.McElroy up the middle to ARI 3 for -1 yards.
- New York Jets (Q1 57:06) — (12:06) 6-M.Sanchez pass short middle intended for 11-J.Kerley INTERCEPTED by 25-K.Rhodes [51-P.Lenon] at NYJ 28. 25-K.Rhodes to NYJ 26 for 2 yards (81-D.Keller). The Replay Assistant challenged the i
- Arizona Cardinals (Q1 55:11) — (10:11) 26-C.Wells left tackle to NYJ 18 for -1 yards (58-B.Thomas).
Quarterback report card
R.Lindley led all passers in efficiency for Arizona Cardinals, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- R.Lindley (Arizona Cardinals) · 34 dropbacks · 29.4% completion · -27.6% CPOE · -0.62 EPA/play · -20.92 total EPA
- M.Sanchez (New York Jets) · 25 dropbacks · 40.0% completion · -11.8% CPOE · -0.70 EPA/play · -17.56 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Arizona Cardinals | New York Jets |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.340 | -0.267 |
| Offensive success rate | 30.0% | 41.1% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.615 | -0.456 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.356 | -0.099 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.267 | +0.340 |
| Defensive success rate | 58.9% | 70.0% |
By the numbers
New York Jets held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.27 vs -0.34), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Arizona Cardinals: 14 drives, -23.82 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- New York Jets: 14 drives, -24.04 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- New York Jets leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- One-score margin — fantasy managers should double-check garbage-time stats before drawing conclusions.
- R. Johnson (Arizona Cardinals) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- R. Lindley (ARI) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
- M. Sanchez (NYJ) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Arizona Cardinals FG (+3) — Q2 30:03 · NYJ 30 · Score 3-0
(:03) 3-J.Feely 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-9-D.Zastudil. - New York Jets TD (+6) — Q4 15:00 · ARI 1 · Score 3-6
(15:00) 14-G.McElroy pass short right to 86-J.Cumberland for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q4 14:55 · ARI 2 · Score 3-7
2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-3-R.Malone. - Arizona Cardinals FG (+3) — Q4 10:39 · NYJ 17 · Score 6-7
(10:39) 3-J.Feely 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-9-D.Zastudil.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Arizona Cardinals vs New York Jets?
The New York Jets beat the Arizona Cardinals 7-6 in Week 13, 2012 on 2012-12-02.
What was the final score of Arizona Cardinals vs New York Jets?
The final score was Arizona Cardinals 6, New York Jets 7 (ARI 6-7 NYJ) in Week 13, 2012 on 2012-12-02.
What was the score by quarter in Arizona Cardinals vs New York Jets?
Q2: Arizona Cardinals 3, New York Jets 0; Q4: Arizona Cardinals 3, New York Jets 7; Final: Arizona Cardinals 6, New York Jets 7.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Arizona Cardinals vs New York Jets?
New York Jets touchdown — J. Cumberland (G. McElroy pass) (Q4 15:00) Arizona Cardinals field goal — J. Feely (Q2 30:03, 3 pts) Arizona Cardinals field goal — J. Feely (Q4 10:39, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Arizona Cardinals vs New York Jets?
R. Lindley (Arizona Cardinals), 29.4% completion, -27.6% CPOE, -0.62 EPA per dropback, -20.92 total passing EPA. M. Sanchez (New York Jets), 40.0% completion, -11.8% CPOE, -0.70 EPA per dropback, -17.56 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Arizona Cardinals vs New York Jets?
R. Johnson (Arizona Cardinals) led the game in total EPA with +2.97 on rushing plays. across 1 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-5.58 EPA): (:38) 6-M.Sanchez pass deep right intended for 86-J.Cumberland INTERCEPTED by 25-K.Rhodes at ARI 22. 25-K.Rhodes to NYJ 48 for 30 yards (6-M.Sanchez).. The biggest win-probability swing was +18.4%.
Was Arizona Cardinals vs New York Jets a close game?
Yes — the margin was 1 points. New York Jets won 7-6 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Arizona Cardinals
Entered 4-7 Now 4-8 L
New York Jets
Entered 4-7 Now 5-7 W
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