Game story
In Week 14 of the 2014 NFL season on 2014-12-08, the Green Bay Packers took care of business against the Atlanta Falcons, pulling away with a 43–37 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 29 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
M. Ryan (Atlanta Falcons) paced the passing game, with +24.44 total EPA, and +0.9% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, M. Ryan (Atlanta Falcons) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +24.44 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-14.5% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Atlanta Falcons changed the game: (6:45) (No Huddle) 2-M.Ryan pass short right intended for 17-D.Hester INTERCEPTED by 42-M.Burnett at ATL 47. 42-M.Burnett to ATL 15 for 32 yards (32-J.Rodgers).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Falcons | 7 | 0 | 10 | 20 | 0 | 37 |
| Green Bay Packers | 7 | 24 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 43 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 M. Ryan · Atlanta Falcons · Passing · +24.44 total EPA · 42 snaps · +0.58 EPA/play
- 2 A. Rodgers · Green Bay Packers · Passing · +20.65 total EPA · 41 snaps · +0.50 EPA/play
- 3 J. Jones · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +19.84 total EPA · 17 snaps · +1.17 EPA/play
- 4 J. Nelson · Green Bay Packers · Receiving · +11.28 total EPA · 10 snaps · +1.13 EPA/play
- 5 H. Douglas · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +6.04 total EPA · 3 snaps · +2.01 EPA/play
- 6 R. Cobb · Green Bay Packers · Receiving · +5.16 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.03 EPA/play
- 7 A. Quarless · Green Bay Packers · Receiving · +4.82 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.21 EPA/play
- 8 E. Weems · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +4.08 total EPA · 1 snaps · +4.08 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
M. Ryan — ATL · Passing
M. Ryan posted the highest total EPA (+24.44) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Atlanta Falcons's efficiency. Across 42 counted snaps, they averaged +0.58 EPA per play.
The signature play (-7.11 EPA) came from Atlanta Falcons: (6:45) (No Huddle) 2-M.Ryan pass short right intended for 17-D.Hester INTERCEPTED by 42-M.Burnett at ATL 47. 42-M.Burnett to ATL 15 for 32 yards (32-J.Rodgers).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Green Bay Packers — J. Starks
- Atlanta Falcons — S. Jackson
- Green Bay Packers — E. Lacy
- Green Bay Packers — E. Lacy (A. Rodgers pass)
- Green Bay Packers — J. Nelson (A. Rodgers pass)
- Atlanta Falcons — E. Weems (M. Ryan pass)
- Atlanta Falcons — J. Jones (M. Ryan pass)
- Green Bay Packers — J. Nelson (A. Rodgers pass)
- Atlanta Falcons — R. White (M. Ryan pass)
- Atlanta Falcons — H. Douglas (M. Ryan pass)
Field goals
- Green Bay Packers — M. Crosby
- Atlanta Falcons — M. Bryant
- Green Bay Packers — M. Crosby
- Green Bay Packers — M. Crosby
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Green Bay Packers found the end zone from the ATL 3 (Q1 56:18) — (11:18) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 44-J.Starks right end for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Green Bay Packers added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q1 56:13) — 2-M.Crosby extra point is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay.; Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the GB 4 (Q1 52:05) — (7:05) (No Huddle) 39-S.Jackson left guard for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the GB 2 (Q1 52:00) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher..
The second quarter: Green Bay Packers won the period 24–0. Green Bay Packers found the end zone from the ATL 1 (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) 73-J.Tretter and 65-L.Taylor reported in as eligible. 27-E.Lacy left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Green Bay Packers added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q2 44:55) — 2-M.Crosby extra point is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay.; Green Bay Packers connected on a field goal from the ATL 21 (Q2 37:22) — (7:22) 2-M.Crosby 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay.; Green Bay Packers found the end zone from the ATL 1 (Q2 34:24) — (4:24) (Shotgun) 12-A.Rodgers pass short middle to 27-E.Lacy for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Green Bay Packers added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q2 34:20) — 2-M.Crosby extra point is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay.; Green Bay Packers found the end zone from the ATL 10 (Q2 30:31) — (:31) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 12-A.Rodgers pass short right to 87-J.Nelson for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Green Bay Packers added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q2 30:24) — 2-M.Crosby extra point is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay..
The third quarter: Atlanta Falcons won the period 10–3. Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the GB 5 (Q3 27:39) — (12:39) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle to 14-E.Weems for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the GB 2 (Q3 27:35) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Atlanta Falcons connected on a field goal from the GB 32 (Q3 23:25) — (8:25) 3-M.Bryant 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. Penalty on GB-31-D.House, Defensive Offside, declined.; Green Bay Packers connected on a field goal from the ATL 15 (Q3 19:00) — (4:00) 2-M.Crosby 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay..
The fourth quarter: Atlanta Falcons won the period 20–9. Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the GB 22 (Q4 12:39) — (12:39) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 11-J.Jones for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the GB 2 (Q4 12:33) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Green Bay Packers found the end zone from the ATL 60 (Q4 10:38) — (10:38) 12-A.Rodgers pass deep middle to 87-J.Nelson for 60 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the GB 1 (Q4 6:20) — (6:20) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short left to 84-R.White for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Green Bay Packers connected on a field goal from the ATL 35 (Q4 4:37) — (4:37) 2-M.Crosby 53 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay.; Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the GB 2 (Q4 2:15) — (2:15) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short left to 83-H.Douglas for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the GB 2 (Q4 2:11) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q2 36:45) — (6:45) (No Huddle) 2-M.Ryan pass short right intended for 17-D.Hester INTERCEPTED by 42-M.Burnett at ATL 47. 42-M.Burnett to ATL 15 for 32 yards (32-J.Rodgers).
- Green Bay Packers (Q1 50:12) — (5:12) (Shotgun) 12-A.Rodgers pass deep middle to 81-A.Quarless to GB 43 for 30 yards (36-K.Ishmael, 25-W.Moore).
- Atlanta Falcons (Q2 30:24) — (:24) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle to 11-J.Jones to 50 for 30 yards (21-H.Clinton-Dix, 29-C.Hayward).
- Green Bay Packers (Q1 48:39) — (3:39) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 27-E.Lacy left end to ATL 32 for 10 yards (25-W.Moore; 53-P.Shembo).
- Atlanta Falcons (Q1 52:33) — (7:33) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle to 11-J.Jones to GB 4 for 18 yards (21-H.Clinton-Dix).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q2 36:45) — (6:45) (No Huddle) 2-M.Ryan pass short right intended for 17-D.Hester INTERCEPTED by 42-M.Burnett at ATL 47. 42-M.Burnett to ATL 15 for 32 yards (32-J.Rodgers).
- Atlanta Falcons (Q3 29:53) — (14:53) 2-M.Ryan pass deep right to 11-J.Jones to GB 3 for 79 yards (38-T.Williams).
- Green Bay Packers (Q4 10:38) — (10:38) 12-A.Rodgers pass deep middle to 87-J.Nelson for 60 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 2:15) — (2:15) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short left to 83-H.Douglas for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
M.Ryan led all passers in efficiency for Atlanta Falcons, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- M.Ryan (Atlanta Falcons) · 42 dropbacks · 57.1% completion · +0.9% CPOE · +0.58 EPA/play · +24.44 total EPA
- A.Rodgers (Green Bay Packers) · 41 dropbacks · 58.5% completion · +4.6% CPOE · +0.50 EPA/play · +20.65 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Atlanta Falcons | Green Bay Packers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.267 | +0.304 |
| Offensive success rate | 53.5% | 56.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.582 | +0.504 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.068 | +0.140 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.304 | -0.267 |
| Defensive success rate | 43.7% | 46.5% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Atlanta Falcons +0.27, Green Bay Packers +0.30) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- Atlanta Falcons: 10 drives, +22.95 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
- Green Bay Packers: 10 drives, +26.48 total EPA, 8 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Green Bay Packers 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.
- M. Ryan (Atlanta Falcons) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- A. Rodgers (GB) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Green Bay Packers TD (+6) — Q1 56:18 · ATL 3 · Score 0-6
(11:18) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 44-J.Starks right end for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Green Bay Packers XP (+1) — Q1 56:13 · ATL 2 · Score 0-7
2-M.Crosby extra point is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q1 52:05 · GB 4 · Score 6-7
(7:05) (No Huddle) 39-S.Jackson left guard for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q1 52:00 · GB 2 · Score 7-7
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Green Bay Packers TD (+6) — Q2 45:00 · ATL 1 · Score 7-13
(15:00) 73-J.Tretter and 65-L.Taylor reported in as eligible. 27-E.Lacy left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Green Bay Packers XP (+1) — Q2 44:55 · ATL 2 · Score 7-14
2-M.Crosby extra point is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay. - Green Bay Packers FG (+3) — Q2 37:22 · ATL 21 · Score 7-17
(7:22) 2-M.Crosby 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay. - Green Bay Packers TD (+6) — Q2 34:24 · ATL 1 · Score 7-23
(4:24) (Shotgun) 12-A.Rodgers pass short middle to 27-E.Lacy for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Green Bay Packers XP (+1) — Q2 34:20 · ATL 2 · Score 7-24
2-M.Crosby extra point is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay. - Green Bay Packers TD (+6) — Q2 30:31 · ATL 10 · Score 7-30
(:31) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 12-A.Rodgers pass short right to 87-J.Nelson for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Green Bay Packers XP (+1) — Q2 30:24 · ATL 2 · Score 7-31
2-M.Crosby extra point is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q3 27:39 · GB 5 · Score 13-31
(12:39) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle to 14-E.Weems for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q3 27:35 · GB 2 · Score 14-31
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Atlanta Falcons FG (+3) — Q3 23:25 · GB 32 · Score 17-31
(8:25) 3-M.Bryant 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. Penalty on GB-31-D.House, Defensive Offside, declined. - Green Bay Packers FG (+3) — Q3 19:00 · ATL 15 · Score 17-34
(4:00) 2-M.Crosby 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q4 12:39 · GB 22 · Score 23-34
(12:39) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 11-J.Jones for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q4 12:33 · GB 2 · Score 24-34
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Green Bay Packers TD (+6) — Q4 10:38 · ATL 60 · Score 24-40
(10:38) 12-A.Rodgers pass deep middle to 87-J.Nelson for 60 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q4 6:20 · GB 1 · Score 30-40
(6:20) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short left to 84-R.White for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Green Bay Packers FG (+3) — Q4 4:37 · ATL 35 · Score 30-43
(4:37) 2-M.Crosby 53 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q4 2:15 · GB 2 · Score 36-43
(2:15) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short left to 83-H.Douglas for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q4 2:11 · GB 2 · Score 37-43
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Atlanta Falcons vs Green Bay Packers?
The Green Bay Packers beat the Atlanta Falcons 43-37 in Week 14, 2014 on 2014-12-08.
What was the final score of Atlanta Falcons vs Green Bay Packers?
The final score was Atlanta Falcons 37, Green Bay Packers 43 (ATL 37-43 GB) in Week 14, 2014 on 2014-12-08.
What was the score by quarter in Atlanta Falcons vs Green Bay Packers?
Q1: Atlanta Falcons 7, Green Bay Packers 7; Q2: Atlanta Falcons 0, Green Bay Packers 24; Q3: Atlanta Falcons 10, Green Bay Packers 3; Q4: Atlanta Falcons 20, Green Bay Packers 9; Final: Atlanta Falcons 37, Green Bay Packers 43.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Atlanta Falcons vs Green Bay Packers?
Green Bay Packers touchdown — J. Starks (Q1 56:18) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — S. Jackson (Q1 52:05) Green Bay Packers touchdown — E. Lacy (Q2 45:00) Green Bay Packers touchdown — E. Lacy (A. Rodgers pass) (Q2 34:24) Green Bay Packers touchdown — J. Nelson (A. Rodgers pass) (Q2 30:31) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — E. Weems (M. Ryan pass) (Q3 27:39) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — J. Jones (M. Ryan pass) (Q4 12:39) Green Bay Packers touchdown — J. Nelson (A. Rodgers pass) (Q4 10:38) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — R. White (M. Ryan pass) (Q4 6:20) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — H. Douglas (M. Ryan pass) (Q4 2:15) Green Bay Packers field goal — M. Crosby (Q2 37:22, 3 pts) Atlanta Falcons field goal — M. Bryant (Q3 23:25, 3 pts) Green Bay Packers field goal — M. Crosby (Q3 19:00, 3 pts) Green Bay Packers field goal — M. Crosby (Q4 4:37, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Atlanta Falcons vs Green Bay Packers?
M. Ryan (Atlanta Falcons), 57.1% completion, +0.9% CPOE, +0.58 EPA per dropback, +24.44 total passing EPA. A. Rodgers (Green Bay Packers), 58.5% completion, +4.6% CPOE, +0.50 EPA per dropback, +20.65 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Atlanta Falcons vs Green Bay Packers?
M. Ryan (Atlanta Falcons) led the game in total EPA with +24.44 on passing plays. across 42 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-7.11 EPA): (6:45) (No Huddle) 2-M.Ryan pass short right intended for 17-D.Hester INTERCEPTED by 42-M.Burnett at ATL 47. 42-M.Burnett to ATL 15 for 32 yards (32-J.Rodgers).. The biggest win-probability swing was -14.5%.
Was Atlanta Falcons vs Green Bay Packers a close game?
Yes — the margin was 6 points. Green Bay Packers won 43-37 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Atlanta Falcons
Entered 5-7 Now 5-8 L
Green Bay Packers
Entered 9-3 Now 10-3 W
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