Game story
In Week 8 of the 2008 NFL season on 2008-10-26, the Philadelphia Eagles took care of business against the Atlanta Falcons, pulling away with a 27–14 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
M. Ryan (Atlanta Falcons) paced the passing game, with +3.07 total EPA, and -6.4% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, R. White (Atlanta Falcons) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +13.90 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+21.2% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Atlanta Falcons changed the game: (9:05) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep middle to 84-R.White for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Falcons | 7 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Philadelphia Eagles | 10 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 27 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 R. White · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +13.90 total EPA · 8 snaps · +1.74 EPA/play
- 2 B. Westbrook · Philadelphia Eagles · Rushing · +8.58 total EPA · 23 snaps · +0.37 EPA/play
- 3 D. Jackson · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +5.95 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.98 EPA/play
- 4 M. Jenkins · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +3.92 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.31 EPA/play
- 5 B. Westbrook · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +3.68 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.61 EPA/play
- 6 K. Curtis · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +3.51 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.17 EPA/play
- 7 J. Norwood · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +3.29 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.66 EPA/play
- 8 M. Ryan · Atlanta Falcons · Passing · +3.07 total EPA · 48 snaps · +0.06 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
R. White — ATL · Receiving
R. White posted the highest total EPA (+13.90) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Atlanta Falcons's efficiency. Across 8 counted snaps, they averaged +1.74 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.73 EPA) came from Atlanta Falcons: (2:20) 2-M.Ryan pass short right intended for 84-R.White INTERCEPTED by 26-L.Sheppard at PHI -5. Touchback. Penalty on ATL-84-R.White, Offensive Pass Interference, declined.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Atlanta Falcons — R. White (M. Ryan pass)
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. McNabb
- Philadelphia Eagles — B. Westbrook
- Atlanta Falcons — R. White (M. Ryan pass)
- Philadelphia Eagles — B. Westbrook
Field goals
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Akers
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Akers
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The second quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 10–7. Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the PHI 55 (Q2 39:05) — (9:05) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep middle to 84-R.White for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q2 38:56) — 1-J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-46-M.Schneck, Holder-9-M.Koenen.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the ATL 3 (Q2 32:30) — (2:30) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q2 32:25) — 2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.; Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the ATL 18 (Q2 30:04) — (:04) 2-D.Akers 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca..
The third quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 7–0. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the ATL 16 (Q3 25:31) — (10:31) 36-B.Westbrook up the middle for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q3 25:24) — 2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca..
The fourth quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 10–7. Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the ATL 1 (Q4 7:59) — (7:59) 2-D.Akers 18 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.; Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the PHI 8 (Q4 4:01) — (4:01) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle to 84-R.White for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q4 3:55) — 1-J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-46-M.Schneck, Holder-9-M.Koenen.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the ATL 39 (Q4 1:59) — (1:59) 36-B.Westbrook left tackle for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q4 1:51) — 2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q2 39:05) — (9:05) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep middle to 84-R.White for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 43:34) — (13:34) 5-D.McNabb sacked at ATL 45 for -8 yards (50-C.Lofton). FUMBLES (50-C.Lofton) [50-C.Lofton], RECOVERED by ATL-92-C.Davis at ATL 44. 92-C.Davis to ATL 44 for no gain (67-J.Jackson).
- Atlanta Falcons (Q3 17:20) — (2:20) 2-M.Ryan pass short right intended for 84-R.White INTERCEPTED by 26-L.Sheppard at PHI -5. Touchback. Penalty on ATL-84-R.White, Offensive Pass Interference, declined.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 29:12) — (14:12) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb pass deep middle to 80-K.Curtis to ATL 44 for 25 yards (36-L.Milloy).
- Atlanta Falcons (Q2 36:34) — (6:34) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass incomplete short left to 83-H.Douglas (26-L.Sheppard).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q3 17:20) — (2:20) 2-M.Ryan pass short right intended for 84-R.White INTERCEPTED by 26-L.Sheppard at PHI -5. Touchback. Penalty on ATL-84-R.White, Offensive Pass Interference, declined.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q2 39:05) — (9:05) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep middle to 84-R.White for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 1:59) — (1:59) 36-B.Westbrook left tackle for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 43:34) — (13:34) 5-D.McNabb sacked at ATL 45 for -8 yards (50-C.Lofton). FUMBLES (50-C.Lofton) [50-C.Lofton], RECOVERED by ATL-92-C.Davis at ATL 44. 92-C.Davis to ATL 44 for no gain (67-J.Jackson).
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) · 48 dropbacks · 47.9% completion · -6.4% CPOE · +0.06 EPA/play · +3.07 total EPA
- D.McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles) · 41 dropbacks · 46.3% completion · -5.3% CPOE · +0.06 EPA/play · +2.26 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Atlanta Falcons | Philadelphia Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.015 | +0.128 |
| Offensive success rate | 42.2% | 49.4% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.064 | +0.055 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.275 | +0.142 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.128 | +0.015 |
| Defensive success rate | 50.6% | 57.8% |
By the numbers
Philadelphia Eagles held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.13 vs -0.01), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Atlanta Falcons: 12 drives, -1.36 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Philadelphia Eagles: 14 drives, +11.39 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Philadelphia Eagles leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- R. White (Atlanta Falcons) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- M. Ryan (ATL) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
- D. McNabb (PHI) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q2 39:05 · PHI 55 · Score 6-0
(9:05) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep middle to 84-R.White for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q2 38:56 · PHI 2 · Score 7-0
1-J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-46-M.Schneck, Holder-9-M.Koenen. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q2 32:30 · ATL 3 · Score 7-6
(2:30) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q2 32:25 · ATL 2 · Score 7-7
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q2 30:04 · ATL 18 · Score 7-10
(:04) 2-D.Akers 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q3 25:31 · ATL 16 · Score 7-16
(10:31) 36-B.Westbrook up the middle for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q3 25:24 · ATL 2 · Score 7-17
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q4 7:59 · ATL 1 · Score 7-20
(7:59) 2-D.Akers 18 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q4 4:01 · PHI 8 · Score 13-20
(4:01) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle to 84-R.White for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q4 3:55 · PHI 2 · Score 14-20
1-J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-46-M.Schneck, Holder-9-M.Koenen. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q4 1:59 · ATL 39 · Score 14-26
(1:59) 36-B.Westbrook left tackle for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q4 1:51 · ATL 2 · Score 14-27
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Atlanta Falcons vs Philadelphia Eagles?
The Philadelphia Eagles beat the Atlanta Falcons 27-14 in Week 8, 2008 on 2008-10-26.
What was the final score of Atlanta Falcons vs Philadelphia Eagles?
The final score was Atlanta Falcons 14, Philadelphia Eagles 27 (ATL 14-27 PHI) in Week 8, 2008 on 2008-10-26.
What was the score by quarter in Atlanta Falcons vs Philadelphia Eagles?
Q2: Atlanta Falcons 7, Philadelphia Eagles 10; Q3: Atlanta Falcons 0, Philadelphia Eagles 7; Q4: Atlanta Falcons 7, Philadelphia Eagles 10; Final: Atlanta Falcons 14, Philadelphia Eagles 27.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Atlanta Falcons vs Philadelphia Eagles?
Atlanta Falcons touchdown — R. White (M. Ryan pass) (Q2 39:05) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — D. McNabb (Q2 32:30) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — B. Westbrook (Q3 25:31) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — R. White (M. Ryan pass) (Q4 4:01) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — B. Westbrook (Q4 1:59) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — D. Akers (Q2 30:04, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — D. Akers (Q4 7:59, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Atlanta Falcons vs Philadelphia Eagles?
M. Ryan (Atlanta Falcons), 47.9% completion, -6.4% CPOE, +0.06 EPA per dropback, +3.07 total passing EPA. D. McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles), 46.3% completion, -5.3% CPOE, +0.06 EPA per dropback, +2.26 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Atlanta Falcons vs Philadelphia Eagles?
R. White (Atlanta Falcons) led the game in total EPA with +13.90 on receiving plays. across 8 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.73 EPA): (2:20) 2-M.Ryan pass short right intended for 84-R.White INTERCEPTED by 26-L.Sheppard at PHI -5. Touchback. Penalty on ATL-84-R.White, Offensive Pass Interference, declined.. The biggest win-probability swing was +21.2%.
Season records after this game
Atlanta Falcons
Entered 4-2 Now 4-3 L
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 3-3 Now 4-3 W
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