Game story
In Week 7 of the 2018 NFL season on 2018-10-21, the Carolina Panthers took care of business against the Philadelphia Eagles, pulling away with a 21–17 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 21 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
C. Newton (Carolina Panthers) paced the passing game, with +10.29 total EPA, and +1.5% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, C. Newton (Carolina Panthers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +10.29 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-41.3% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Philadelphia Eagles changed the game: (:31) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz sacked at CAR 19 for -5 yards (90-J.Peppers). FUMBLES (90-J.Peppers), RECOVERED by CAR-93-K.Love at CAR 22. 93-K.Love to CAR 22 for no gain (11-C.Wentz).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carolina Panthers | 0 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| Philadelphia Eagles | 10 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 C. Newton · Carolina Panthers · Passing · +10.29 total EPA · 45 snaps · +0.23 EPA/play
- 2 C. Wentz · Philadelphia Eagles · Passing · +9.58 total EPA · 42 snaps · +0.23 EPA/play
- 3 Z. Ertz · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +9.24 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.84 EPA/play
- 4 A. Jeffery · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +4.99 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.50 EPA/play
- 5 T. Smith · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +4.20 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.70 EPA/play
- 6 C. Wentz · Philadelphia Eagles · Rushing · +3.93 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.31 EPA/play
- 7 J. Wright · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +3.52 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.17 EPA/play
- 8 D. Goedert · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +3.08 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.62 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
C. Newton — CAR · Passing
C. Newton posted the highest total EPA (+10.29) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Carolina Panthers's efficiency. Across 45 counted snaps, they averaged +0.23 EPA per play.
The signature play (+3.85 EPA) came from Philadelphia Eagles: (5:19) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left to 17-A.Jeffery pushed ob at CAR 25 for 14 yards (24-J.Bradberry).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Philadelphia Eagles — A. Jeffery (C. Wentz pass)
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Goedert (C. Wentz pass)
- Carolina Panthers — C. Samuel
- Carolina Panthers — D. Funchess (C. Newton pass)
- Carolina Panthers — G. Olsen (C. Newton pass)
Field goals
- Philadelphia Eagles — J. Elliott
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The second quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 10–0. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the CAR 11 (Q2 41:43) — (11:43) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left to 17-A.Jeffery for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the CAR 15 (Q2 41:39) — 4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston.; Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the CAR 28 (Q2 36:40) — (6:40) 4-J.Elliott 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston..
The third quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 7–0. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the CAR 1 (Q3 15:44) — (:44) 11-C.Wentz pass short right to 88-D.Goedert for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the CAR 15 (Q3 15:39) — 4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston..
The fourth quarter: Carolina Panthers won the period 21–0. Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the PHI 14 (Q4 10:48) — (10:48) (Shotgun) 10-C.Samuel right end for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the PHI 18 (Q4 4:13) — (4:13) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 1-C.Newton pass deep left to 17-D.Funchess for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers registered a safety from the PHI 2 (Q4 4:08) — TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 1-C.Newton pass to 13-J.Wright is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.; Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the PHI 1 (Q4 1:26) — (1:26) 1-C.Newton pass short right to 88-G.Olsen for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q4 1:22) — 9-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-5-M.Palardy..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 0:31) — (:31) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz sacked at CAR 19 for -5 yards (90-J.Peppers). FUMBLES (90-J.Peppers), RECOVERED by CAR-93-K.Love at CAR 22. 93-K.Love to CAR 22 for no gain (11-C.Wentz).
- Carolina Panthers (Q4 2:06) — (2:06) (Shotgun) 1-C.Newton pass short right to 11-T.Smith to PHI 34 for 35 yards (31-J.Mills) [77-M.Bennett].
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 1:17) — (1:17) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass incomplete deep middle to 17-A.Jeffery. PENALTY on CAR-24-J.Bradberry, Defensive Pass Interference, 48 yards, enforced at PHI 30 - No Play.
- Carolina Panthers (Q4 1:45) — (1:45) (Shotgun) 1-C.Newton pass short left to 22-C.McCaffrey pushed ob at PHI 4 for 22 yards (53-N.Bradham, 58-J.Hicks).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 50:19) — (5:19) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left to 17-A.Jeffery pushed ob at CAR 25 for 14 yards (24-J.Bradberry).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 50:19) — (5:19) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left to 17-A.Jeffery pushed ob at CAR 25 for 14 yards (24-J.Bradberry).
- Carolina Panthers (Q4 2:06) — (2:06) (Shotgun) 1-C.Newton pass short right to 11-T.Smith to PHI 34 for 35 yards (31-J.Mills) [77-M.Bennett].
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 47:50) — (2:50) 4-J.Elliott 36 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 1:17) — (1:17) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass incomplete deep middle to 17-A.Jeffery. PENALTY on CAR-24-J.Bradberry, Defensive Pass Interference, 48 yards, enforced at PHI 30 - No Play.
Quarterback report card
C.Newton led all passers in efficiency for Carolina Panthers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- C.Newton (Carolina Panthers) · 45 dropbacks · 55.6% completion · +1.5% CPOE · +0.23 EPA/play · +10.29 total EPA
- C.Wentz (Philadelphia Eagles) · 42 dropbacks · 71.4% completion · +16.8% CPOE · +0.23 EPA/play · +9.58 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Carolina Panthers | Philadelphia Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.142 | +0.067 |
| Offensive success rate | 47.9% | 42.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.229 | +0.228 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.335 | -0.051 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.067 | -0.142 |
| Defensive success rate | 58.0% | 52.1% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Carolina Panthers generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.14 vs +0.07), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Carolina Panthers: 9 drives, +10.35 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Philadelphia Eagles: 9 drives, +5.44 total EPA, 3 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.
- One-score margin — fantasy managers should double-check garbage-time stats before drawing conclusions.
- C. Newton (Carolina Panthers) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- C. Wentz (PHI) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q2 41:43 · CAR 11 · Score 0-6
(11:43) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left to 17-A.Jeffery for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q2 41:39 · CAR 15 · Score 0-7
4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q2 36:40 · CAR 28 · Score 0-10
(6:40) 4-J.Elliott 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q3 15:44 · CAR 1 · Score 0-16
(:44) 11-C.Wentz pass short right to 88-D.Goedert for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q3 15:39 · CAR 15 · Score 0-17
4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q4 10:48 · PHI 14 · Score 6-17
(10:48) (Shotgun) 10-C.Samuel right end for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q4 4:13 · PHI 18 · Score 12-17
(4:13) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 1-C.Newton pass deep left to 17-D.Funchess for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers Safety (+2) — Q4 4:08 · PHI 2 · Score 14-17
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 1-C.Newton pass to 13-J.Wright is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q4 1:26 · PHI 1 · Score 20-17
(1:26) 1-C.Newton pass short right to 88-G.Olsen for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q4 1:22 · PHI 15 · Score 21-17
9-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-5-M.Palardy.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Carolina Panthers vs Philadelphia Eagles?
The Carolina Panthers beat the Philadelphia Eagles 21-17 in Week 7, 2018 on 2018-10-21.
What was the final score of Carolina Panthers vs Philadelphia Eagles?
The final score was Carolina Panthers 21, Philadelphia Eagles 17 (CAR 21-17 PHI) in Week 7, 2018 on 2018-10-21.
What was the score by quarter in Carolina Panthers vs Philadelphia Eagles?
Q2: Carolina Panthers 0, Philadelphia Eagles 10; Q3: Carolina Panthers 0, Philadelphia Eagles 7; Q4: Carolina Panthers 21, Philadelphia Eagles 0; Final: Carolina Panthers 21, Philadelphia Eagles 17.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Carolina Panthers vs Philadelphia Eagles?
Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — A. Jeffery (C. Wentz pass) (Q2 41:43) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — D. Goedert (C. Wentz pass) (Q3 15:44) Carolina Panthers touchdown — C. Samuel (Q4 10:48) Carolina Panthers touchdown — D. Funchess (C. Newton pass) (Q4 4:13) Carolina Panthers touchdown — G. Olsen (C. Newton pass) (Q4 1:26) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — J. Elliott (Q2 36:40, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Carolina Panthers vs Philadelphia Eagles?
C. Newton (Carolina Panthers), 55.6% completion, +1.5% CPOE, +0.23 EPA per dropback, +10.29 total passing EPA. C. Wentz (Philadelphia Eagles), 71.4% completion, +16.8% CPOE, +0.23 EPA per dropback, +9.58 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Carolina Panthers vs Philadelphia Eagles?
C. Newton (Carolina Panthers) led the game in total EPA with +10.29 on passing plays. across 45 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+3.85 EPA): (5:19) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left to 17-A.Jeffery pushed ob at CAR 25 for 14 yards (24-J.Bradberry).. The biggest win-probability swing was -41.3%.
Was Carolina Panthers vs Philadelphia Eagles a close game?
Yes — the margin was 4 points. Carolina Panthers won 21-17 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Carolina Panthers
Entered 3-2 Now 4-2 W
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 3-3 Now 3-4 L
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