Game story
In Week 16 of the 2018 NFL season on 2018-12-22, the Baltimore Ravens took care of business against the Los Angeles Chargers, pulling away with a 22–10 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) paced the passing game, with -22.03 total EPA, and -7.8% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, M. Andrews (Baltimore Ravens) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +7.39 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+21.4% win probability) landed in the third quarter when Baltimore Ravens changed the game: (12:28) (Shotgun) 8-L.Jackson pass deep left to 89-M.Andrews for 68 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Ravens | 3 | 3 | 10 | 6 | 0 | 22 |
| Los Angeles Chargers | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 M. Andrews · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +7.39 total EPA · 2 snaps · +3.69 EPA/play
- 2 K. Dixon · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +2.16 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.72 EPA/play
- 3 L. Jackson · Baltimore Ravens · Passing · +2.12 total EPA · 29 snaps · +0.07 EPA/play
- 4 L. Jackson · Baltimore Ravens · Rushing · +1.63 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.16 EPA/play
- 5 Ty. Williams · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +1.56 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.78 EPA/play
- 6 K. Allen · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +1.43 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.18 EPA/play
- 7 G. Edwards · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +0.91 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.91 EPA/play
- 8 J. Jackson · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +0.89 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.09 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
M. Andrews — BAL · Receiving
M. Andrews posted the highest total EPA (+7.39) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Baltimore Ravens's efficiency. Across 2 counted snaps, they averaged +3.69 EPA per play.
The signature play (-9.06 EPA) came from Los Angeles Chargers: (2:54) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short left to 85-A.Gates to BAL 38 for 11 yards (48-P.Onwuasor). FUMBLES (48-P.Onwuasor), RECOVERED by BAL-25-T.Young at BAL 38. 25-T.Young for 62 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Los Angeles Chargers — M. Gordon
- Baltimore Ravens — M. Andrews (L. Jackson pass)
- Baltimore Ravens — A. Gates (P. Rivers pass)
Field goals
- Baltimore Ravens — J. Tucker
- Baltimore Ravens — J. Tucker
- Los Angeles Chargers — M. Badgley
- Baltimore Ravens — J. Tucker
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Baltimore Ravens won the period 3–0. Baltimore Ravens connected on a field goal from the LAC 6 (Q1 57:47) — (12:47) (Field Goal formation) 9-J.Tucker 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch..
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Baltimore Ravens connected on a field goal from the LAC 17 (Q2 32:54) — (2:54) (Field Goal formation) 9-J.Tucker 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch.; Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the BAL 20 (Q2 30:45) — (:45) (Field Goal formation) 4-M.Badgley 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-5-D.Jones..
The third quarter: Baltimore Ravens won the period 10–7. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the BAL 1 (Q3 28:21) — (13:21) 28-M.Gordon up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the BAL 15 (Q3 28:18) — 4-M.Badgley extra point is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-5-D.Jones.; Baltimore Ravens found the end zone from the LAC 68 (Q3 27:28) — (12:28) (Shotgun) 8-L.Jackson pass deep left to 89-M.Andrews for 68 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Baltimore Ravens added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q3 27:18) — 9-J.Tucker extra point is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch.; Baltimore Ravens connected on a field goal from the LAC 38 (Q3 20:41) — (5:41) 9-J.Tucker 56 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch..
The fourth quarter: Baltimore Ravens won the period 6–0. Baltimore Ravens found the end zone from the BAL 49 (Q4 2:54).
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q3 27:28) — (12:28) (Shotgun) 8-L.Jackson pass deep left to 89-M.Andrews for 68 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 2:54) — (2:54) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short left to 85-A.Gates to BAL 38 for 11 yards (48-P.Onwuasor). FUMBLES (48-P.Onwuasor), RECOVERED by BAL-25-T.Young at BAL 38. 25-T.Young for 62 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q1 59:47) — (14:47) (Shotgun) 35-G.Edwards up the middle to LAC 9 for 43 yards (43-M.Davis; 26-C.Hayward).
- Baltimore Ravens (Q3 29:55) — (14:55) (Shotgun) 30-K.Dixon right end to BAL 24 for 4 yards (93-D.Philon). FUMBLES (93-D.Philon), touched at BAL 20, RECOVERED by LAC-54-M.Ingram at BAL 21. 54-M.Ingram to BAL 18 for 3 yards (8-L.Jac
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 5:29) — (5:29) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers sacked at BAL 40 for -11 yards (90-Z.Smith).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 2:54) — (2:54) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short left to 85-A.Gates to BAL 38 for 11 yards (48-P.Onwuasor). FUMBLES (48-P.Onwuasor), RECOVERED by BAL-25-T.Young at BAL 38. 25-T.Young for 62 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q3 27:28) — (12:28) (Shotgun) 8-L.Jackson pass deep left to 89-M.Andrews for 68 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q3 29:55) — (14:55) (Shotgun) 30-K.Dixon right end to BAL 24 for 4 yards (93-D.Philon). FUMBLES (93-D.Philon), touched at BAL 20, RECOVERED by LAC-54-M.Ingram at BAL 21. 54-M.Ingram to BAL 18 for 3 yards (8-L.Jac
- Baltimore Ravens (Q1 52:04) — (7:04) 9-J.Tucker 53 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch.
Quarterback report card
P.Rivers led all passers in efficiency for Los Angeles Chargers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- P.Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) · 46 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · -7.8% CPOE · -0.48 EPA/play · -22.03 total EPA
- L.Jackson (Baltimore Ravens) · 29 dropbacks · 41.4% completion · -9.4% CPOE · +0.07 EPA/play · +2.12 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Baltimore Ravens | Los Angeles Chargers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.132 | -0.349 |
| Offensive success rate | 33.8% | 32.5% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.073 | -0.479 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.252 | -0.267 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.349 | +0.132 |
| Defensive success rate | 67.5% | 66.2% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Baltimore Ravens generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.13 vs -0.35), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Baltimore Ravens: 13 drives, -10.19 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Los Angeles Chargers: 12 drives, -27.91 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Baltimore Ravens leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- M. Andrews (Baltimore Ravens) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- P. Rivers (LAC) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
- L. Jackson (BAL) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Baltimore Ravens FG (+3) — Q1 57:47 · LAC 6 · Score 3-0
(12:47) (Field Goal formation) 9-J.Tucker 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch. - Baltimore Ravens FG (+3) — Q2 32:54 · LAC 17 · Score 6-0
(2:54) (Field Goal formation) 9-J.Tucker 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q2 30:45 · BAL 20 · Score 6-3
(:45) (Field Goal formation) 4-M.Badgley 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-5-D.Jones. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q3 28:21 · BAL 1 · Score 6-9
(13:21) 28-M.Gordon up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q3 28:18 · BAL 15 · Score 6-10
4-M.Badgley extra point is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-5-D.Jones. - Baltimore Ravens TD (+6) — Q3 27:28 · LAC 68 · Score 12-10
(12:28) (Shotgun) 8-L.Jackson pass deep left to 89-M.Andrews for 68 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Baltimore Ravens XP (+1) — Q3 27:18 · LAC 15 · Score 13-10
9-J.Tucker extra point is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch. - Baltimore Ravens FG (+3) — Q3 20:41 · LAC 38 · Score 16-10
(5:41) 9-J.Tucker 56 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch. - Baltimore Ravens TD (+6) — Q4 2:54 · BAL 49 · Score 22-10
(2:54) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short left to 85-A.Gates to BAL 38 for 11 yards (48-P.Onwuasor). FUMBLES (48-P.Onwuasor), RECOVERED by BAL-25-T.Young at BAL 3
Frequently asked questions
Who won Baltimore Ravens vs Los Angeles Chargers?
The Baltimore Ravens beat the Los Angeles Chargers 22-10 in Week 16, 2018 on 2018-12-22.
What was the final score of Baltimore Ravens vs Los Angeles Chargers?
The final score was Baltimore Ravens 22, Los Angeles Chargers 10 (BAL 22-10 LAC) in Week 16, 2018 on 2018-12-22.
What was the score by quarter in Baltimore Ravens vs Los Angeles Chargers?
Q1: Baltimore Ravens 3, Los Angeles Chargers 0; Q2: Baltimore Ravens 3, Los Angeles Chargers 3; Q3: Baltimore Ravens 10, Los Angeles Chargers 7; Q4: Baltimore Ravens 6, Los Angeles Chargers 0; Final: Baltimore Ravens 22, Los Angeles Chargers 10.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Baltimore Ravens vs Los Angeles Chargers?
Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — M. Gordon (Q3 28:21) Baltimore Ravens touchdown — M. Andrews (L. Jackson pass) (Q3 27:28) Baltimore Ravens touchdown — A. Gates (P. Rivers pass) (Q4 2:54) Baltimore Ravens field goal — J. Tucker (Q1 57:47, 3 pts) Baltimore Ravens field goal — J. Tucker (Q2 32:54, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — M. Badgley (Q2 30:45, 3 pts) Baltimore Ravens field goal — J. Tucker (Q3 20:41, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Baltimore Ravens vs Los Angeles Chargers?
P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers), 50.0% completion, -7.8% CPOE, -0.48 EPA per dropback, -22.03 total passing EPA. L. Jackson (Baltimore Ravens), 41.4% completion, -9.4% CPOE, +0.07 EPA per dropback, +2.12 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Baltimore Ravens vs Los Angeles Chargers?
M. Andrews (Baltimore Ravens) led the game in total EPA with +7.39 on receiving plays. across 2 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-9.06 EPA): (2:54) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short left to 85-A.Gates to BAL 38 for 11 yards (48-P.Onwuasor). FUMBLES (48-P.Onwuasor), RECOVERED by BAL-25-T.Young at BAL 38. 25-T.Young for 62. The biggest win-probability swing was +21.4%.
Season records after this game
Baltimore Ravens
Entered 8-6 Now 9-6 W
Los Angeles Chargers
Entered 11-3 Now 11-4 L
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