Game story
In Week 6 of the 2009 NFL season on 2009-10-18, the Carolina Panthers took care of business against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, pulling away with a 28–21 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 21 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Johnson (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) paced the passing game, with -1.90 total EPA, and -1.4% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, D. Williams (Carolina Panthers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +10.28 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-37.6% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Carolina Panthers changed the game: (8:43) (Shotgun) 17-J.Delhomme pass short middle intended for 87-M.Muhammad INTERCEPTED by 36-T.Jackson [54-G.Hayes] at CAR 26. 36-T.Jackson for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carolina Panthers | 0 | 7 | 14 | 7 | 0 | 28 |
| Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 7 | 0 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 21 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 D. Williams · Carolina Panthers · Rushing · +10.28 total EPA · 30 snaps · +0.34 EPA/play
- 2 S. Stroughter · Tampa Bay Buccaneers · Receiving · +3.47 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.87 EPA/play
- 3 A. Bryant · Tampa Bay Buccaneers · Receiving · +2.40 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.80 EPA/play
- 4 D. Williams · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +1.45 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.72 EPA/play
- 5 J. Stewart · Carolina Panthers · Rushing · +1.39 total EPA · 17 snaps · +0.08 EPA/play
- 6 J. King · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +1.21 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.61 EPA/play
- 7 K. Winslow · Tampa Bay Buccaneers · Receiving · +0.76 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.19 EPA/play
- 8 D. Ward · Tampa Bay Buccaneers · Receiving · +0.16 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.16 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
D. Williams — CAR · Rushing
D. Williams posted the highest total EPA (+10.28) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Carolina Panthers's efficiency. Across 30 counted snaps, they averaged +0.34 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.30 EPA) came from Carolina Panthers: (8:43) (Shotgun) 17-J.Delhomme pass short middle intended for 87-M.Muhammad INTERCEPTED by 36-T.Jackson [54-G.Hayes] at CAR 26. 36-T.Jackson for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers — C. Williams
- Carolina Panthers — D. Williams
- Carolina Panthers — J. King (J. Delhomme pass)
- Carolina Panthers — J. Stewart
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers — S. Stroughter
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers — T. Jackson
- Carolina Panthers — D. Williams
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Tampa Bay Buccaneers won the period 7–0. Tampa Bay Buccaneers found the end zone from the CAR 20 (Q1 56:07) — (11:07) 24-C.Williams left tackle for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Tampa Bay Buccaneers added 1 points from the CAR 2 (Q1 55:57) — (Kick formation) 3-S.Andrus extra point is GOOD, Center-48-A.Economos, Holder-8-D.Johnson..
The second quarter: Carolina Panthers won the period 7–0. Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the TB 20 (Q2 41:59) — (11:59) 34-D.Williams left end for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the TB 2 (Q2 41:48) — (Kick formation) 4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-7-J.Baker..
The third quarter: Carolina Panthers won the period 14–7. Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the TB 1 (Q3 27:15) — (12:15) 17-J.Delhomme pass short left to 47-J.King for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the TB 2 (Q3 27:07) — (Kick formation) 4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-7-J.Baker.; Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the TB 26 (Q3 17:44) — (2:44) 28-J.Stewart left tackle for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the TB 2 (Q3 17:33) — (Kick formation) 4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-7-J.Baker.; Tampa Bay Buccaneers found the end zone from the CAR 30 (Q3 17:33) — 5-R.Lloyd kicks 67 yards from CAR 30 to TB 3. 18-S.Stroughter for 97 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Tampa Bay Buccaneers added 1 points from the CAR 2 (Q3 17:17) — (Kick formation) 3-S.Andrus extra point is GOOD, Center-48-A.Economos, Holder-8-D.Johnson..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Tampa Bay Buccaneers found the end zone from the TB 79 (Q4 8:43); Tampa Bay Buccaneers added 1 points from the CAR 2 (Q4 8:33) — (Kick formation) 3-S.Andrus extra point is GOOD, Center-48-A.Economos, Holder-8-D.Johnson.; Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the TB 1 (Q4 1:21) — (1:21) 34-D.Williams left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the TB 2 (Q4 0:29) — (Kick formation) 4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-7-J.Baker..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Carolina Panthers (Q4 8:43) — (8:43) (Shotgun) 17-J.Delhomme pass short middle intended for 87-M.Muhammad INTERCEPTED by 36-T.Jackson [54-G.Hayes] at CAR 26. 36-T.Jackson for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q3 29:53) — (14:53) 11-J.Johnson pass short right intended for 80-M.Clayton INTERCEPTED by 58-T.Davis at TB 36. 58-T.Davis pushed ob at TB 12 for 24 yards (76-J.Zuttah).
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q2 40:55) — (10:55) 11-J.Johnson FUMBLES (Aborted) at TB 21, RECOVERED by CAR-75-H.Thomas at TB 23. 75-H.Thomas to TB 23 for no gain (76-J.Zuttah).
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q3 17:33) — 5-R.Lloyd kicks 67 yards from CAR 30 to TB 3. 18-S.Stroughter for 97 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Carolina Panthers (Q2 40:11) — (10:11) 28-J.Stewart up the middle to TB 3 for 14 yards (36-T.Jackson). FUMBLES (36-T.Jackson), RECOVERED by TB-98-R.Sims at TB 3. 98-R.Sims to TB 3 for no gain (79-J.Otah).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Carolina Panthers (Q4 8:43) — (8:43) (Shotgun) 17-J.Delhomme pass short middle intended for 87-M.Muhammad INTERCEPTED by 36-T.Jackson [54-G.Hayes] at CAR 26. 36-T.Jackson for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q3 17:33) — 5-R.Lloyd kicks 67 yards from CAR 30 to TB 3. 18-S.Stroughter for 97 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q3 29:53) — (14:53) 11-J.Johnson pass short right intended for 80-M.Clayton INTERCEPTED by 58-T.Davis at TB 36. 58-T.Davis pushed ob at TB 12 for 24 yards (76-J.Zuttah).
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q2 40:55) — (10:55) 11-J.Johnson FUMBLES (Aborted) at TB 21, RECOVERED by CAR-75-H.Thomas at TB 23. 75-H.Thomas to TB 23 for no gain (76-J.Zuttah).
Quarterback report card
J.Johnson led all passers in efficiency for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Johnson (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) · 30 dropbacks · 36.7% completion · -1.4% CPOE · -0.06 EPA/play · -1.90 total EPA
- J.Delhomme (Carolina Panthers) · 19 dropbacks · 47.4% completion · -1.0% CPOE · -0.47 EPA/play · -8.90 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Carolina Panthers | Tampa Bay Buccaneers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.018 | -0.125 |
| Offensive success rate | 57.5% | 40.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.468 | -0.063 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.248 | -0.334 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.125 | -0.018 |
| Defensive success rate | 60.0% | 42.5% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Carolina Panthers generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.02 vs -0.12), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Carolina Panthers: 11 drives, +1.43 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers: 12 drives, -8.11 total EPA, 2 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.
- D. Williams (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.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers TD (+6) — Q1 56:07 · CAR 20 · Score 0-6
(11:07) 24-C.Williams left tackle for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Tampa Bay Buccaneers XP (+1) — Q1 55:57 · CAR 2 · Score 0-7
(Kick formation) 3-S.Andrus extra point is GOOD, Center-48-A.Economos, Holder-8-D.Johnson. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q2 41:59 · TB 20 · Score 6-7
(11:59) 34-D.Williams left end for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q2 41:48 · TB 2 · Score 7-7
(Kick formation) 4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-7-J.Baker. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q3 27:15 · TB 1 · Score 13-7
(12:15) 17-J.Delhomme pass short left to 47-J.King for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q3 27:07 · TB 2 · Score 14-7
(Kick formation) 4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-7-J.Baker. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q3 17:44 · TB 26 · Score 20-7
(2:44) 28-J.Stewart left tackle for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q3 17:33 · TB 2 · Score 21-7
(Kick formation) 4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-7-J.Baker. - Tampa Bay Buccaneers TD (+6) — Q3 17:33 · CAR 30 · Score 21-13
5-R.Lloyd kicks 67 yards from CAR 30 to TB 3. 18-S.Stroughter for 97 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Tampa Bay Buccaneers XP (+1) — Q3 17:17 · CAR 2 · Score 21-14
(Kick formation) 3-S.Andrus extra point is GOOD, Center-48-A.Economos, Holder-8-D.Johnson. - Tampa Bay Buccaneers TD (+6) — Q4 8:43 · TB 79 · Score 21-20
(8:43) (Shotgun) 17-J.Delhomme pass short middle intended for 87-M.Muhammad INTERCEPTED by 36-T.Jackson [54-G.Hayes] at CAR 26. 36-T.Jackson for 26 yards, TOUCH - Tampa Bay Buccaneers XP (+1) — Q4 8:33 · CAR 2 · Score 21-21
(Kick formation) 3-S.Andrus extra point is GOOD, Center-48-A.Economos, Holder-8-D.Johnson. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q4 1:21 · TB 1 · Score 27-21
(1:21) 34-D.Williams left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q4 0:29 · TB 2 · Score 28-21
(Kick formation) 4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-7-J.Baker.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Carolina Panthers vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
The Carolina Panthers beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 28-21 in Week 6, 2009 on 2009-10-18.
What was the final score of Carolina Panthers vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
The final score was Carolina Panthers 28, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 21 (CAR 28-21 TB) in Week 6, 2009 on 2009-10-18.
What was the score by quarter in Carolina Panthers vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
Q1: Carolina Panthers 0, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 7; Q2: Carolina Panthers 7, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 0; Q3: Carolina Panthers 14, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 7; Q4: Carolina Panthers 7, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 7; Final: Carolina Panthers 28, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 21.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Carolina Panthers vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
Tampa Bay Buccaneers touchdown — C. Williams (Q1 56:07) Carolina Panthers touchdown — D. Williams (Q2 41:59) Carolina Panthers touchdown — J. King (J. Delhomme pass) (Q3 27:15) Carolina Panthers touchdown — J. Stewart (Q3 17:44) Tampa Bay Buccaneers touchdown — S. Stroughter (Q3 17:33) Tampa Bay Buccaneers touchdown — T. Jackson (Q4 8:43) Carolina Panthers touchdown — D. Williams (Q4 1:21) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Carolina Panthers vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
J. Johnson (Tampa Bay Buccaneers), 36.7% completion, -1.4% CPOE, -0.06 EPA per dropback, -1.90 total passing EPA. J. Delhomme (Carolina Panthers), 47.4% completion, -1.0% CPOE, -0.47 EPA per dropback, -8.90 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Carolina Panthers vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
D. Williams (Carolina Panthers) led the game in total EPA with +10.28 on rushing plays. across 30 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.30 EPA): (8:43) (Shotgun) 17-J.Delhomme pass short middle intended for 87-M.Muhammad INTERCEPTED by 36-T.Jackson [54-G.Hayes] at CAR 26. 36-T.Jackson for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -37.6%.
Was Carolina Panthers vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers a close game?
Yes — the margin was 7 points. Carolina Panthers won 28-21 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Carolina Panthers
Entered 1-3 Now 2-3 W
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Entered 0-5 Now 0-6 L
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