Game story
In Week 18 of the 2005 NFL season on 2006-01-08, the Carolina Panthers took care of business against the New York Giants, pulling away with a 23–0 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Delhomme (Carolina Panthers) paced the passing game, with +5.32 total EPA.
On the individual side, S. Smith (Carolina Panthers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +8.79 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+11.4% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Carolina Panthers changed the game: (1:36) 7-J.Baker punts 28 yards to NYG 23, Center-56-J.Kyle. 28-G.Wilson MUFFS catch, touched at NYG 17, RECOVERED by CAR-21-D.Wesley at NYG 15. 21-D.Wesley to NYG 15 for no gain (37-J.Butler). Offici
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carolina Panthers | 10 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| New York Giants | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 S. Smith · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +8.79 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.88 EPA/play
- 2 J. Delhomme · Carolina Panthers · Passing · +5.32 total EPA · 26 snaps · +0.20 EPA/play
- 3 D. Foster · Carolina Panthers · Rushing · +3.74 total EPA · 28 snaps · +0.13 EPA/play
- 4 J. Shockey · New York Giants · Receiving · +3.67 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.22 EPA/play
- 5 T. Barber · New York Giants · Receiving · +3.20 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.07 EPA/play
- 6 K. Colbert · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +2.66 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.33 EPA/play
- 7 S. Smith · Carolina Panthers · Rushing · +2.23 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.23 EPA/play
- 8 N. Goings · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +1.57 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.57 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
S. Smith — CAR · Receiving
S. Smith posted the highest total EPA (+8.79) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Carolina Panthers's efficiency. Across 10 counted snaps, they averaged +0.88 EPA per play.
The signature play (-5.33 EPA) came from New York Giants: (7:16) 10-E.Manning pass intended for 81-A.Toomer INTERCEPTED by 23-K.Lucas at NYG 26. 23-K.Lucas to NYG 12 for 14 yards (67-K.McKenzie).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Carolina Panthers — S. Smith (J. Delhomme pass)
- Carolina Panthers — S. Smith
Field goals
- Carolina Panthers — J. Kasay
- Carolina Panthers — J. Kasay
- Carolina Panthers — J. Kasay
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The second quarter: Carolina Panthers won the period 10–0. Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the NYG 22 (Q2 39:51) — (9:51) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 89-S.Smith for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q2 39:41) — 4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker.; Carolina Panthers connected on a field goal from the NYG 13 (Q2 30:34) — (:34) 4-J.Kasay 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker..
The third quarter: Carolina Panthers won the period 7–0. Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the NYG 12 (Q3 22:03) — (7:03) 89-S.Smith left end for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN. End around.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q3 21:57) — 4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker..
The fourth quarter: Carolina Panthers won the period 6–0. Carolina Panthers connected on a field goal from the NYG 27 (Q4 13:37) — (13:37) 4-J.Kasay 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker.; Carolina Panthers connected on a field goal from the NYG 1 (Q4 2:44) — (2:44) 4-J.Kasay 18 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Carolina Panthers (Q2 31:36) — (1:36) 7-J.Baker punts 28 yards to NYG 23, Center-56-J.Kyle. 28-G.Wilson MUFFS catch, touched at NYG 17, RECOVERED by CAR-21-D.Wesley at NYG 15. 21-D.Wesley to NYG 15 for no gain (37-J.Butler). Offici
- New York Giants (Q3 22:16) — (7:16) 10-E.Manning pass intended for 81-A.Toomer INTERCEPTED by 23-K.Lucas at NYG 26. 23-K.Lucas to NYG 12 for 14 yards (67-K.McKenzie).
- Carolina Panthers (Q2 39:51) — (9:51) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 89-S.Smith for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Carolina Panthers (Q2 42:39) — (12:39) 26-D.Foster left guard to NYG 37 for 4 yards (92-M.Strahan).
- Carolina Panthers (Q2 33:01) — (3:01) 37-N.Goings right guard to CAR 29 for 11 yards (91-J.Tuck, 25-W.Allen).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- New York Giants (Q3 22:16) — (7:16) 10-E.Manning pass intended for 81-A.Toomer INTERCEPTED by 23-K.Lucas at NYG 26. 23-K.Lucas to NYG 12 for 14 yards (67-K.McKenzie).
- New York Giants (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning sacked at NYG 43 for -5 yards (54-W.Witherspoon). FUMBLES (54-W.Witherspoon), RECOVERED by CAR-93-M.Rucker at 50. 93-M.Rucker to 50 for no gain (60-S.O'Hara). Officially,
- Carolina Panthers (Q2 31:36) — (1:36) 7-J.Baker punts 28 yards to NYG 23, Center-56-J.Kyle. 28-G.Wilson MUFFS catch, touched at NYG 17, RECOVERED by CAR-21-D.Wesley at NYG 15. 21-D.Wesley to NYG 15 for no gain (37-J.Butler). Offici
- Carolina Panthers (Q4 5:05) — (5:05) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 89-S.Smith to NYG 3 for 20 yards (28-G.Wilson).
Quarterback report card
J.Delhomme led all passers in efficiency for Carolina Panthers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Delhomme (Carolina Panthers) · 26 dropbacks · 57.7% completion · +0.20 EPA/play · +5.32 total EPA
- E.Manning (New York Giants) · 23 dropbacks · 43.5% completion · -0.60 EPA/play · -13.79 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Carolina Panthers | New York Giants |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.146 | -0.301 |
| Offensive success rate | 51.1% | 38.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.152 | -0.599 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.141 | -0.202 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.301 | -0.146 |
| Defensive success rate | 61.7% | 48.9% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Carolina Panthers generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.15 vs -0.30), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Carolina Panthers: 10 drives, +12.82 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- New York Giants: 9 drives, -14.15 total EPA, 0 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Carolina Panthers leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- S. Smith (Carolina Panthers) 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.
- Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q2 39:51 · NYG 22 · Score 6-0
(9:51) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 89-S.Smith for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q2 39:41 · NYG 2 · Score 7-0
4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker. - Carolina Panthers FG (+3) — Q2 30:34 · NYG 13 · Score 10-0
(:34) 4-J.Kasay 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q3 22:03 · NYG 12 · Score 16-0
(7:03) 89-S.Smith left end for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN. End around. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q3 21:57 · NYG 2 · Score 17-0
4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker. - Carolina Panthers FG (+3) — Q4 13:37 · NYG 27 · Score 20-0
(13:37) 4-J.Kasay 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker. - Carolina Panthers FG (+3) — Q4 2:44 · NYG 1 · Score 23-0
(2:44) 4-J.Kasay 18 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Carolina Panthers vs New York Giants?
The Carolina Panthers beat the New York Giants 23-0 in Week 18, 2005 on 2006-01-08.
What was the final score of Carolina Panthers vs New York Giants?
The final score was Carolina Panthers 23, New York Giants 0 (CAR 23-0 NYG) in Week 18, 2005 on 2006-01-08.
What was the score by quarter in Carolina Panthers vs New York Giants?
Q2: Carolina Panthers 10, New York Giants 0; Q3: Carolina Panthers 7, New York Giants 0; Q4: Carolina Panthers 6, New York Giants 0; Final: Carolina Panthers 23, New York Giants 0.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Carolina Panthers vs New York Giants?
Carolina Panthers touchdown — S. Smith (J. Delhomme pass) (Q2 39:51) Carolina Panthers touchdown — S. Smith (Q3 22:03) Carolina Panthers field goal — J. Kasay (Q2 30:34, 3 pts) Carolina Panthers field goal — J. Kasay (Q4 13:37, 3 pts) Carolina Panthers field goal — J. Kasay (Q4 2:44, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Carolina Panthers vs New York Giants?
J. Delhomme (Carolina Panthers), 57.7% completion, +0.20 EPA per dropback, +5.32 total passing EPA. E. Manning (New York Giants), 43.5% completion, -0.60 EPA per dropback, -13.79 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Carolina Panthers vs New York Giants?
S. Smith (Carolina Panthers) led the game in total EPA with +8.79 on receiving plays. across 10 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-5.33 EPA): (7:16) 10-E.Manning pass intended for 81-A.Toomer INTERCEPTED by 23-K.Lucas at NYG 26. 23-K.Lucas to NYG 12 for 14 yards (67-K.McKenzie).. The biggest win-probability swing was +11.4%.
Season records after this game
Carolina Panthers
Entered 11-5 Now 12-5 W
New York Giants
Entered 11-5 Now 11-6 L
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