Game story
In Week 12 of the 2022 NFL season on 2022-11-27, the Washington Commanders took care of business against the Atlanta Falcons, pulling away with a 19–13 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
M. Mariota (Atlanta Falcons) paced the passing game, with -4.72 total EPA, and -4.4% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, B. Robinson (Washington Commanders) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +5.64 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-43.5% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Atlanta Falcons changed the game: (1:03) (Shotgun) 1-M.Mariota pass short middle intended for 84-C.Patterson INTERCEPTED by 29-K.Fuller (94-D.Payne) at WAS -2. Touchback.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Falcons | 3 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Washington Commanders | 7 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 19 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 B. Robinson · Washington Commanders · Rushing · +5.64 total EPA · 18 snaps · +0.31 EPA/play
- 2 M. Mariota · Atlanta Falcons · Rushing · +3.38 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.56 EPA/play
- 3 T. McLaurin · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +3.31 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.55 EPA/play
- 4 T. Allgeier · Atlanta Falcons · Rushing · +3.02 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.25 EPA/play
- 5 D. Brown · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.03 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.03 EPA/play
- 6 B. Robinson · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +1.64 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.55 EPA/play
- 7 J. Williams · Washington Commanders · Rushing · +1.34 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.34 EPA/play
- 8 J. Bates · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +1.28 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.32 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
B. Robinson — WAS · Rushing
B. Robinson posted the highest total EPA (+5.64) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Washington Commanders's efficiency. Across 18 counted snaps, they averaged +0.31 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.89 EPA) came from Atlanta Falcons: (1:03) (Shotgun) 1-M.Mariota pass short middle intended for 84-C.Patterson INTERCEPTED by 29-K.Fuller (94-D.Payne) at WAS -2. Touchback.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Washington Commanders — B. Robinson (T. Heinicke pass)
- Atlanta Falcons — M. Pruitt (M. Mariota pass)
- Washington Commanders — J. Bates (T. Heinicke pass)
Field goals
- Atlanta Falcons — Y. Koo
- Washington Commanders — J. Slye
- Atlanta Falcons — Y. Koo
- Washington Commanders — J. Slye
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 7–3. Atlanta Falcons connected on a field goal from the WAS 29 (Q1 53:12) — (8:12) 7-Y.Koo 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-L.McCullough, Holder-13-B.Pinion.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the ATL 14 (Q1 48:53) — (3:53) (Shotgun) 4-T.Heinicke pass short right to 8-B.Robinson for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the ATL 15 (Q1 48:46) — 6-J.Slye extra point is GOOD, Center-54-C.Cheeseman, Holder-5-T.Way..
The second quarter: Atlanta Falcons won the period 7–3. Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the WAS 4 (Q2 38:32) — (8:32) 1-M.Mariota pass short left to 85-M.Pruitt for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the WAS 15 (Q2 38:26) — 7-Y.Koo extra point is GOOD, Center-48-L.McCullough, Holder-13-B.Pinion.; Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the ATL 12 (Q2 31:54) — (1:54) 6-J.Slye 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-C.Cheeseman, Holder-5-T.Way..
The third quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 6–3. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the ATL 16 (Q3 19:09) — (4:09) (Shotgun) 4-T.Heinicke pass deep right to 87-J.Bates for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons connected on a field goal from the WAS 30 (Q3 16:22) — (1:22) 7-Y.Koo 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-L.McCullough, Holder-13-B.Pinion..
The fourth quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 3–0. Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the ATL 27 (Q4 9:10) — (9:10) 6-J.Slye 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-C.Cheeseman, Holder-5-T.Way. Penalty on ATL-28-M.Ford, Defensive Offside, declined..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 1:03) — (1:03) (Shotgun) 1-M.Mariota pass short middle intended for 84-C.Patterson INTERCEPTED by 29-K.Fuller (94-D.Payne) at WAS -2. Touchback.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 3:44) — (3:44) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 1-M.Mariota pass short right to 17-O.Zaccheaus to WAS 25 for 45 yards (22-D.Forrest).
- Washington Commanders (Q2 30:24) — (:24) (Shotgun) 4-T.Heinicke pass short middle intended for 1-J.Dotson INTERCEPTED by 3-M.Walker at ATL 32. 3-M.Walker to ATL 44 for 12 yards (10-C.Samuel).
- Washington Commanders (Q3 19:09) — (4:09) (Shotgun) 4-T.Heinicke pass deep right to 87-J.Bates for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q2 34:45) — (4:45) (Shotgun) 4-T.Heinicke pass short right to 17-T.McLaurin ran ob at ATL 35 for 13 yards. WAS-53-T.Turner was injured during the play. His return is Questionable. 53-T.Turner Ankle injury
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 1:03) — (1:03) (Shotgun) 1-M.Mariota pass short middle intended for 84-C.Patterson INTERCEPTED by 29-K.Fuller (94-D.Payne) at WAS -2. Touchback.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 3:44) — (3:44) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 1-M.Mariota pass short right to 17-O.Zaccheaus to WAS 25 for 45 yards (22-D.Forrest).
- Washington Commanders (Q3 22:18) — (7:18) (Shotgun) 8-B.Robinson left guard to ATL 37 for 3 yards (97-G.Jarrett; 3-M.Walker).
- Washington Commanders (Q2 30:24) — (:24) (Shotgun) 4-T.Heinicke pass short middle intended for 1-J.Dotson INTERCEPTED by 3-M.Walker at ATL 32. 3-M.Walker to ATL 44 for 12 yards (10-C.Samuel).
Quarterback report card
M.Mariota led all passers in efficiency for Atlanta Falcons, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- M.Mariota (Atlanta Falcons) · 26 dropbacks · 57.7% completion · -4.4% CPOE · -0.18 EPA/play · -4.72 total EPA
- T.Heinicke (Washington Commanders) · 24 dropbacks · 58.3% completion · -2.8% CPOE · +0.04 EPA/play · +0.85 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Atlanta Falcons | Washington Commanders |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.004 | +0.078 |
| Offensive success rate | 44.9% | 51.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.182 | +0.036 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.172 | +0.101 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.078 | -0.004 |
| Defensive success rate | 48.7% | 55.1% |
By the numbers
Washington Commanders held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.08 vs +0.00), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Atlanta Falcons: 9 drives, +0.30 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 9 drives, +5.93 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Washington Commanders 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.
- B. Robinson (Washington Commanders) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- M. Mariota (ATL) 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 FG (+3) — Q1 53:12 · WAS 29 · Score 3-0
(8:12) 7-Y.Koo 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-L.McCullough, Holder-13-B.Pinion. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q1 48:53 · ATL 14 · Score 3-6
(3:53) (Shotgun) 4-T.Heinicke pass short right to 8-B.Robinson for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q1 48:46 · ATL 15 · Score 3-7
6-J.Slye extra point is GOOD, Center-54-C.Cheeseman, Holder-5-T.Way. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q2 38:32 · WAS 4 · Score 9-7
(8:32) 1-M.Mariota pass short left to 85-M.Pruitt for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q2 38:26 · WAS 15 · Score 10-7
7-Y.Koo extra point is GOOD, Center-48-L.McCullough, Holder-13-B.Pinion. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q2 31:54 · ATL 12 · Score 10-10
(1:54) 6-J.Slye 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-C.Cheeseman, Holder-5-T.Way. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q3 19:09 · ATL 16 · Score 10-16
(4:09) (Shotgun) 4-T.Heinicke pass deep right to 87-J.Bates for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons FG (+3) — Q3 16:22 · WAS 30 · Score 13-16
(1:22) 7-Y.Koo 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-L.McCullough, Holder-13-B.Pinion. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q4 9:10 · ATL 27 · Score 13-19
(9:10) 6-J.Slye 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-C.Cheeseman, Holder-5-T.Way. Penalty on ATL-28-M.Ford, Defensive Offside, declined.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Atlanta Falcons vs Washington Commanders?
The Washington Commanders beat the Atlanta Falcons 19-13 in Week 12, 2022 on 2022-11-27.
What was the final score of Atlanta Falcons vs Washington Commanders?
The final score was Atlanta Falcons 13, Washington Commanders 19 (ATL 13-19 WAS) in Week 12, 2022 on 2022-11-27.
What was the score by quarter in Atlanta Falcons vs Washington Commanders?
Q1: Atlanta Falcons 3, Washington Commanders 7; Q2: Atlanta Falcons 7, Washington Commanders 3; Q3: Atlanta Falcons 3, Washington Commanders 6; Q4: Atlanta Falcons 0, Washington Commanders 3; Final: Atlanta Falcons 13, Washington Commanders 19.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Atlanta Falcons vs Washington Commanders?
Washington Commanders touchdown — B. Robinson (T. Heinicke pass) (Q1 48:53) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — M. Pruitt (M. Mariota pass) (Q2 38:32) Washington Commanders touchdown — J. Bates (T. Heinicke pass) (Q3 19:09) Atlanta Falcons field goal — Y. Koo (Q1 53:12, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — J. Slye (Q2 31:54, 3 pts) Atlanta Falcons field goal — Y. Koo (Q3 16:22, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — J. Slye (Q4 9:10, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Atlanta Falcons vs Washington Commanders?
M. Mariota (Atlanta Falcons), 57.7% completion, -4.4% CPOE, -0.18 EPA per dropback, -4.72 total passing EPA. T. Heinicke (Washington Commanders), 58.3% completion, -2.8% CPOE, +0.04 EPA per dropback, +0.85 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Atlanta Falcons vs Washington Commanders?
B. Robinson (Washington Commanders) led the game in total EPA with +5.64 on rushing plays. across 18 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.89 EPA): (1:03) (Shotgun) 1-M.Mariota pass short middle intended for 84-C.Patterson INTERCEPTED by 29-K.Fuller (94-D.Payne) at WAS -2. Touchback.. The biggest win-probability swing was -43.5%.
Was Atlanta Falcons vs Washington Commanders a close game?
Yes — the margin was 6 points. Washington Commanders won 19-13 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Atlanta Falcons
Entered 5-6 Now 5-7 L
Washington Commanders
Entered 6-5 Now 7-5 W
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