Game story
In Week 1 of the 2010 NFL season on 2010-09-13, the Baltimore Ravens took care of business against the New York Jets, pulling away with a 10–9 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Flacco (Baltimore Ravens) paced the passing game, with +4.39 total EPA, and -2.3% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, T. Heap (Baltimore Ravens) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +5.99 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-27.8% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Baltimore Ravens changed the game: (1:44) 4-S.Koch punts 18 yards to NYJ 18, Center-46-M.Cox, fair catch by 36-J.Leonhard.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Ravens | 0 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| New York Jets | 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 · +5.99 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.54 EPA/play
- 2 J. Flacco · Baltimore Ravens · Passing · +4.39 total EPA · 46 snaps · +0.10 EPA/play
- 3 B. Smith · New York Jets · Rushing · +1.51 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.76 EPA/play
- 4 A. Boldin · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +1.49 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.15 EPA/play
- 5 T. Houshmandzadeh · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +0.50 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.12 EPA/play
- 6 S. Greene · New York Jets · Receiving · +0.36 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.18 EPA/play
- 7 B. Edwards · New York Jets · Rushing · +0.10 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.10 EPA/play
- 8 M. Sanchez · New York Jets · Rushing · +0.00 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.00 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 (+5.99) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Baltimore Ravens's efficiency. Across 11 counted snaps, they averaged +0.54 EPA per play.
The signature play (-7.00 EPA) came from Baltimore Ravens: (5:17) 5-J.Flacco pass deep left intended for 81-A.Boldin INTERCEPTED by 31-A.Cromartie at NYJ 3. 31-A.Cromartie pushed ob at BAL 31 for 66 yards (5-J.Flacco). Baltimore challenged the runner was in bounds ruling, and th
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Baltimore Ravens — W. McGahee
Field goals
- New York Jets — N. Folk
- New York Jets — N. Folk
- Baltimore Ravens — B. Cundiff
- New York Jets — N. Folk
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: New York Jets won the period 3–0. New York Jets connected on a field goal from the BAL 5 (Q1 56:04) — (11:04) 2-N.Folk 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford..
The second quarter: Baltimore Ravens won the period 7–3. New York Jets connected on a field goal from the BAL 10 (Q2 38:21); Baltimore Ravens found the end zone from the NYJ 1 (Q2 30:11) — (:11) 23-W.McGahee left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Baltimore Ravens added 1 points from the NYJ 2 (Q2 30:06).
The third quarter: Baltimore Ravens won the period 3–0. Baltimore Ravens connected on a field goal from the NYJ 7 (Q3 22:11) — (7:11) 7-B.Cundiff 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch..
The fourth quarter: New York Jets won the period 3–0. New York Jets connected on a field goal from the BAL 30 (Q4 10:34) — (10:34) 2-N.Folk 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q4 1:44) — (1:44) 4-S.Koch punts 18 yards to NYJ 18, Center-46-M.Cox, fair catch by 36-J.Leonhard.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q2 35:17) — (5:17) 5-J.Flacco pass deep left intended for 81-A.Boldin INTERCEPTED by 31-A.Cromartie at NYJ 3. 31-A.Cromartie pushed ob at BAL 31 for 66 yards (5-J.Flacco). Baltimore challenged the runner was in b
- New York Jets (Q4 0:41) — (:41) (Shotgun) 6-M.Sanchez pass short right to 81-D.Keller ran ob at NYJ 40 for 9 yards.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q1 46:46) — (1:46) 23-W.McGahee left tackle to NYJ 20 for no gain (57-B.Scott, 50-V.Gholston). FUMBLES (57-B.Scott), RECOVERED by NYJ-91-S.Pouha at NYJ 22. 91-S.Pouha to NYJ 22 for no gain (77-M.Birk).
- Baltimore Ravens (Q1 57:37) — (12:37) 5-J.Flacco sacked at BAL 18 for -2 yards (sack split by 92-S.Ellis and 58-B.Thomas). FUMBLES (92-S.Ellis), RECOVERED by NYJ-91-S.Pouha at BAL 13. 91-S.Pouha to BAL 11 for 2 yards (66-B.Grubbs)
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q2 35:17) — (5:17) 5-J.Flacco pass deep left intended for 81-A.Boldin INTERCEPTED by 31-A.Cromartie at NYJ 3. 31-A.Cromartie pushed ob at BAL 31 for 66 yards (5-J.Flacco). Baltimore challenged the runner was in b
- Baltimore Ravens (Q1 57:37) — (12:37) 5-J.Flacco sacked at BAL 18 for -2 yards (sack split by 92-S.Ellis and 58-B.Thomas). FUMBLES (92-S.Ellis), RECOVERED by NYJ-91-S.Pouha at BAL 13. 91-S.Pouha to BAL 11 for 2 yards (66-B.Grubbs)
- Baltimore Ravens (Q1 46:46) — (1:46) 23-W.McGahee left tackle to NYJ 20 for no gain (57-B.Scott, 50-V.Gholston). FUMBLES (57-B.Scott), RECOVERED by NYJ-91-S.Pouha at NYJ 22. 91-S.Pouha to NYJ 22 for no gain (77-M.Birk).
- New York Jets (Q2 34:17) — (4:17) 23-S.Greene right guard to BAL 24 for 2 yards. FUMBLES, RECOVERED by BAL-26-D.Landry at BAL 24.
Quarterback report card
J.Flacco led all passers in efficiency for Baltimore Ravens, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Flacco (Baltimore Ravens) · 46 dropbacks · 43.5% completion · -2.3% CPOE · +0.10 EPA/play · +4.39 total EPA
- M.Sanchez (New York Jets) · 26 dropbacks · 38.5% completion · -18.2% CPOE · -0.59 EPA/play · -15.35 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Baltimore Ravens | New York Jets |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.115 | -0.204 |
| Offensive success rate | 41.2% | 39.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.095 | -0.590 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.391 | -0.165 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.204 | +0.115 |
| Defensive success rate | 60.3% | 58.8% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Baltimore Ravens generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.12 vs -0.20), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Baltimore Ravens: 12 drives, -11.17 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- New York Jets: 12 drives, -12.82 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.
- 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.
- M. Sanchez (NYJ) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- New York Jets FG (+3) — Q1 56:04 · BAL 5 · Score 0-3
(11:04) 2-N.Folk 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford. - New York Jets FG (+3) — Q2 38:21 · BAL 10 · Score 0-6
(8:21) 2-N.Folk 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford. PENALTY on NYJ-78-W.Hunter, Unsportsmanlike Conduct, 15 yards, enforced - Baltimore Ravens TD (+6) — Q2 30:11 · NYJ 1 · Score 6-6
(:11) 23-W.McGahee left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Baltimore Ravens XP (+1) — Q2 30:06 · NYJ 2 · Score 7-6
7-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch. PENALTY on NYJ-31-A.Cromartie, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs. - Baltimore Ravens FG (+3) — Q3 22:11 · NYJ 7 · Score 10-6
(7:11) 7-B.Cundiff 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch. - New York Jets FG (+3) — Q4 10:34 · BAL 30 · Score 10-9
(10:34) 2-N.Folk 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Baltimore Ravens vs New York Jets?
The Baltimore Ravens beat the New York Jets 10-9 in Week 1, 2010 on 2010-09-13.
What was the final score of Baltimore Ravens vs New York Jets?
The final score was Baltimore Ravens 10, New York Jets 9 (BAL 10-9 NYJ) in Week 1, 2010 on 2010-09-13.
What was the score by quarter in Baltimore Ravens vs New York Jets?
Q1: Baltimore Ravens 0, New York Jets 3; Q2: Baltimore Ravens 7, New York Jets 3; Q3: Baltimore Ravens 3, New York Jets 0; Q4: Baltimore Ravens 0, New York Jets 3; Final: Baltimore Ravens 10, New York Jets 9.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Baltimore Ravens vs New York Jets?
Baltimore Ravens touchdown — W. McGahee (Q2 30:11) New York Jets field goal — N. Folk (Q1 56:04, 3 pts) New York Jets field goal — N. Folk (Q2 38:21, 3 pts) Baltimore Ravens field goal — B. Cundiff (Q3 22:11, 3 pts) New York Jets field goal — N. Folk (Q4 10:34, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Baltimore Ravens vs New York Jets?
J. Flacco (Baltimore Ravens), 43.5% completion, -2.3% CPOE, +0.10 EPA per dropback, +4.39 total passing EPA. M. Sanchez (New York Jets), 38.5% completion, -18.2% CPOE, -0.59 EPA per dropback, -15.35 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Baltimore Ravens vs New York Jets?
T. Heap (Baltimore Ravens) led the game in total EPA with +5.99 on receiving plays. across 11 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-7.00 EPA): (5:17) 5-J.Flacco pass deep left intended for 81-A.Boldin INTERCEPTED by 31-A.Cromartie at NYJ 3. 31-A.Cromartie pushed ob at BAL 31 for 66 yards (5-J.Flacco). Baltimore challenged. The biggest win-probability swing was -27.8%.
Was Baltimore Ravens vs New York Jets a close game?
Yes — the margin was 1 points. Baltimore Ravens won 10-9 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Baltimore Ravens
Now 1-0 W
New York Jets
Now 0-1 L