Game story
In Week 11 of the 2003 NFL season on 2003-11-16, the Miami Dolphins took care of business against the Baltimore Ravens, pulling away with a 9–6 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 6 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
B. Griese (Miami Dolphins) paced the passing game, with -4.38 total EPA.
On the individual side, T. Heap (Baltimore Ravens) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +5.98 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-33.0% win probability) landed in overtime when Baltimore Ravens changed the game: (10:43) 31-J.Lewis left end to BAL 33 for -3 yards. FUMBLES, RECOVERED by MIA-54-Z.Thomas at BAL 33.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Ravens | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Miami Dolphins | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 9 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 T. Heap · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +5.98 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.75 EPA/play
- 2 C. Chambers · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +4.08 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.02 EPA/play
- 3 R. Konrad · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +4.01 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.34 EPA/play
- 4 R. Williams · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +2.61 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.87 EPA/play
- 5 C. Taylor · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +2.46 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.82 EPA/play
- 6 M. Robinson · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +1.58 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.79 EPA/play
- 7 D. Thompson · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +1.16 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.16 EPA/play
- 8 R. McMichael · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +0.99 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.99 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
T. Heap — BAL · Receiving
T. Heap posted the highest total EPA (+5.98) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Baltimore Ravens's efficiency. Across 8 counted snaps, they averaged +0.75 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.88 EPA) came from Baltimore Ravens: (5:11) 2-A.Wright pass intended for 86-T.Heap INTERCEPTED by 24-S.Knight at MIA 30. 24-S.Knight to MIA 47 for 17 yards (2-A.Wright).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Field goals
- Miami Dolphins — O. Mare
- Baltimore Ravens — M. Stover
- Miami Dolphins — O. Mare
- Baltimore Ravens — M. Stover
- Miami Dolphins — O. Mare
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the BAL 5 (Q2 41:16) — (11:16) 10-O.Mare 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Grau, Holder-1-M.Turk.; Baltimore Ravens connected on a field goal from the MIA 21 (Q2 40:14) — (10:14) 3-M.Stover 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-59-J.Maese, Holder-15-D.Zastudil..
The third quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 3–0. Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the BAL 34 (Q3 18:13) — (3:13) 10-O.Mare 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Grau, Holder-1-M.Turk..
The fourth quarter: Baltimore Ravens won the period 3–0. Baltimore Ravens connected on a field goal from the MIA 27 (Q4 7:49) — (7:49) 3-M.Stover 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-59-J.Maese, Holder-15-D.Zastudil..
Overtime: Miami Dolphins won the period 3–0. Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the BAL 25 (OT 9:11) — (9:11) 10-O.Mare 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Grau, Holder-1-M.Turk..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Baltimore Ravens (OT 10:43) — (10:43) 31-J.Lewis left end to BAL 33 for -3 yards. FUMBLES, RECOVERED by MIA-54-Z.Thomas at BAL 33.
- Baltimore Ravens (OT 11:06) — (11:06) 2-A.Wright pass to 86-T.Heap to BAL 20 for 6 yards (29-S.Madison). PENALTY on MIA-99-J.Taylor, Roughing the Passer, 15 yards, enforced at BAL 21.
- Miami Dolphins (OT 9:11) — (9:11) 10-O.Mare 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Grau, Holder-1-M.Turk.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q4 5:11) — (5:11) 2-A.Wright pass intended for 86-T.Heap INTERCEPTED by 24-S.Knight at MIA 30. 24-S.Knight to MIA 47 for 17 yards (2-A.Wright).
- Miami Dolphins (OT 12:28) — (12:28) 1-M.Turk punts 36 yards to BAL 9, Center-47-J.Grau, downed by MIA-50-B.Ayanbadejo.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q4 5:11) — (5:11) 2-A.Wright pass intended for 86-T.Heap INTERCEPTED by 24-S.Knight at MIA 30. 24-S.Knight to MIA 47 for 17 yards (2-A.Wright).
- Baltimore Ravens (OT 10:43) — (10:43) 31-J.Lewis left end to BAL 33 for -3 yards. FUMBLES, RECOVERED by MIA-54-Z.Thomas at BAL 33.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q2 41:12) — 10-O.Mare kicks 58 yards from MIA 30 to BAL 12. 45-L.Brightful pushed ob at MIA 15 for 73 yards (27-T.Buckley).
- Baltimore Ravens (Q2 44:45) — (14:45) 2-A.Wright pass intended for 87-M.Robinson INTERCEPTED by 29-S.Madison at MIA 41. 29-S.Madison to BAL 23 for 36 yards (66-B.Anderson; 78-O.Brown).
Quarterback report card
B.Griese led all passers in efficiency for Miami Dolphins, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- B.Griese (Miami Dolphins) · 34 dropbacks · 38.2% completion · -0.13 EPA/play · -4.38 total EPA
- A.Wright (Baltimore Ravens) · 29 dropbacks · 48.3% completion · -0.33 EPA/play · -9.43 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Baltimore Ravens | Miami Dolphins |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.187 | -0.153 |
| Offensive success rate | 33.8% | 34.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.299 | -0.145 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.276 | -0.337 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.153 | +0.187 |
| Defensive success rate | 65.3% | 66.2% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Baltimore Ravens -0.19, Miami Dolphins -0.15) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- Baltimore Ravens: 12 drives, -14.40 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Miami Dolphins: 14 drives, -14.50 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Miami Dolphins 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.
- T. Heap (Baltimore Ravens) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q2 41:16 · BAL 5 · Score 0-3
(11:16) 10-O.Mare 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Grau, Holder-1-M.Turk. - Baltimore Ravens FG (+3) — Q2 40:14 · MIA 21 · Score 3-3
(10:14) 3-M.Stover 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-59-J.Maese, Holder-15-D.Zastudil. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q3 18:13 · BAL 34 · Score 3-6
(3:13) 10-O.Mare 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Grau, Holder-1-M.Turk. - Baltimore Ravens FG (+3) — Q4 7:49 · MIA 27 · Score 6-6
(7:49) 3-M.Stover 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-59-J.Maese, Holder-15-D.Zastudil. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — OT 9:11 · BAL 25 · Score 6-9
(9:11) 10-O.Mare 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Grau, Holder-1-M.Turk.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Baltimore Ravens vs Miami Dolphins?
The Miami Dolphins beat the Baltimore Ravens 9-6 in Week 11, 2003 on 2003-11-16.
What was the final score of Baltimore Ravens vs Miami Dolphins?
The final score was Baltimore Ravens 6, Miami Dolphins 9 (BAL 6-9 MIA) in Week 11, 2003 on 2003-11-16.
What was the score by quarter in Baltimore Ravens vs Miami Dolphins?
Q2: Baltimore Ravens 3, Miami Dolphins 3; Q3: Baltimore Ravens 0, Miami Dolphins 3; Q4: Baltimore Ravens 3, Miami Dolphins 0; Q5: Baltimore Ravens 0, Miami Dolphins 3; Final: Baltimore Ravens 6, Miami Dolphins 9.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Baltimore Ravens vs Miami Dolphins?
Miami Dolphins field goal — O. Mare (Q2 41:16, 3 pts) Baltimore Ravens field goal — M. Stover (Q2 40:14, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — O. Mare (Q3 18:13, 3 pts) Baltimore Ravens field goal — M. Stover (Q4 7:49, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — O. Mare (OT 9:11, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Baltimore Ravens vs Miami Dolphins?
B. Griese (Miami Dolphins), 38.2% completion, -0.13 EPA per dropback, -4.38 total passing EPA. A. Wright (Baltimore Ravens), 48.3% completion, -0.33 EPA per dropback, -9.43 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Baltimore Ravens vs Miami Dolphins?
T. Heap (Baltimore Ravens) led the game in total EPA with +5.98 on receiving plays. across 8 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.88 EPA): (5:11) 2-A.Wright pass intended for 86-T.Heap INTERCEPTED by 24-S.Knight at MIA 30. 24-S.Knight to MIA 47 for 17 yards (2-A.Wright).. The biggest win-probability swing was -33.0%.
Was Baltimore Ravens vs Miami Dolphins a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Miami Dolphins won 9-6 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Baltimore Ravens
Entered 5-4 Now 5-5 L
Miami Dolphins
Entered 5-4 Now 6-4 W
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