Game story
In Week 2 of the 2003 NFL season on 2003-09-14, the Las Vegas Raiders took care of business against the Cincinnati Bengals, pulling away with a 23–20 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Kitna (Cincinnati Bengals) paced the passing game, with +11.12 total EPA.
On the individual side, P. Warrick (Cincinnati Bengals) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +14.17 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-49.9% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Cincinnati Bengals changed the game: (4:04) 3-J.Kitna pass intended for 85-C.Johnson INTERCEPTED by 31-P.Buchanon at LV 17. 31-P.Buchanon for 83 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati Bengals | 3 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 20 |
| Las Vegas Raiders | 10 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 23 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 P. Warrick · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +14.17 total EPA · 8 snaps · +1.77 EPA/play
- 2 C. Johnson · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +12.31 total EPA · 8 snaps · +1.54 EPA/play
- 3 J. Kitna · Cincinnati Bengals · Passing · +11.12 total EPA · 47 snaps · +0.24 EPA/play
- 4 J. Rice · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +4.84 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.21 EPA/play
- 5 J. Fargas · Las Vegas Raiders · Rushing · +2.97 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.48 EPA/play
- 6 M. Schobel · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +1.93 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.93 EPA/play
- 7 R. Kelly · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +0.97 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.32 EPA/play
- 8 T. Johnson · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +0.91 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.91 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
P. Warrick — CIN · Receiving
P. Warrick posted the highest total EPA (+14.17) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Cincinnati Bengals's efficiency. Across 8 counted snaps, they averaged +1.77 EPA per play.
The signature play (-10.50 EPA) came from Cincinnati Bengals: (4:04) 3-J.Kitna pass intended for 85-C.Johnson INTERCEPTED by 31-P.Buchanon at LV 17. 31-P.Buchanon for 83 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Las Vegas Raiders — T. Wheatley
- Cincinnati Bengals — C. Dillon
- Las Vegas Raiders — P. Buchanon
- Cincinnati Bengals — P. Warrick (J. Kitna pass)
Field goals
- Las Vegas Raiders — S. Janikowski
- Cincinnati Bengals — S. Graham
- Las Vegas Raiders — S. Janikowski
- Cincinnati Bengals — S. Graham
- Las Vegas Raiders — S. Janikowski
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Las Vegas Raiders won the period 10–3. Las Vegas Raiders connected on a field goal from the CIN 22 (Q1 57:16); Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the CIN 2 (Q1 54:31) — (9:31) 47-T.Wheatley right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q1 54:27) — 11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-62-A.Treu, Holder-9-S.Lechler.; Cincinnati Bengals connected on a field goal from the LV 13 (Q1 50:19) — (5:19) 17-S.Graham 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-74-R.Braham, Holder-8-N.Harris..
The second quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 7–0. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the LV 1 (Q2 41:50) — (11:50) 28-C.Dillon left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the LV 2 (Q2 41:46) — 17-S.Graham extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-8-N.Harris..
The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Las Vegas Raiders connected on a field goal from the CIN 8 (Q3 23:22) — (8:22) 11-S.Janikowski 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-62-A.Treu, Holder-9-S.Lechler.; Cincinnati Bengals connected on a field goal from the LV 4 (Q3 15:32) — (:32) 17-S.Graham 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-8-N.Harris..
The fourth quarter: Las Vegas Raiders won the period 10–7. Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LV 20 (Q4 4:04) — (4:04) 3-J.Kitna pass intended for 85-C.Johnson INTERCEPTED by 31-P.Buchanon at LV 17. 31-P.Buchanon for 83 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q4 3:46) — 11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-62-A.Treu, Holder-9-S.Lechler.; Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the LV 8 (Q4 1:23) — (1:23) 3-J.Kitna pass to 80-P.Warrick for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the LV 2 (Q4 1:18) — 17-S.Graham extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-8-N.Harris.; Las Vegas Raiders connected on a field goal from the CIN 21 (Q4 0:13) — (:13) 11-S.Janikowski 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-62-A.Treu, Holder-9-S.Lechler..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q4 4:04) — (4:04) 3-J.Kitna pass intended for 85-C.Johnson INTERCEPTED by 31-P.Buchanon at LV 17. 31-P.Buchanon for 83 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q4 4:45) — (4:45) (Shotgun) 3-J.Kitna pass to 85-C.Johnson ran ob at LV 21 for 34 yards (21-N.Asomugha).
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1) — Bengals' Captains: J.Burris, C.Dillon, R.Johnson
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q3 18:41) — (3:41) (Shotgun) 3-J.Kitna pass to 80-P.Warrick to LV 27 for 19 yards (24-C.Woodson).
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q4 0:45) — (:45) (No Huddle) 12-R.Gannon pass to 25-C.Garner pushed ob at CIN 37 for 24 yards (20-M.Roman).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q4 4:04) — (4:04) 3-J.Kitna pass intended for 85-C.Johnson INTERCEPTED by 31-P.Buchanon at LV 17. 31-P.Buchanon for 83 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q4 4:45) — (4:45) (Shotgun) 3-J.Kitna pass to 85-C.Johnson ran ob at LV 21 for 34 yards (21-N.Asomugha).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q3 18:41) — (3:41) (Shotgun) 3-J.Kitna pass to 80-P.Warrick to LV 27 for 19 yards (24-C.Woodson).
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 56:21) — (11:21) 20-J.Fargas right end to CIN 15 for 53 yards (21-J.Burris).
Quarterback report card
J.Kitna led all passers in efficiency for Cincinnati Bengals, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Kitna (Cincinnati Bengals) · 47 dropbacks · 53.2% completion · +0.24 EPA/play · +11.12 total EPA
- R.Gannon (Las Vegas Raiders) · 30 dropbacks · 43.3% completion · -0.20 EPA/play · -5.91 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Cincinnati Bengals | Las Vegas Raiders |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.015 | +0.019 |
| Offensive success rate | 41.5% | 47.1% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.237 | -0.197 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.192 | +0.080 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.019 | -0.015 |
| Defensive success rate | 52.9% | 58.5% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Cincinnati Bengals +0.01, Las Vegas Raiders +0.02) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- Cincinnati Bengals: 12 drives, +1.54 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Las Vegas Raiders: 14 drives, +1.36 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Las Vegas Raiders 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.
- P. Warrick (Cincinnati Bengals) 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.
- Las Vegas Raiders FG (+3) — Q1 57:16 · CIN 22 · Score 0-3
(12:16) 11-S.Janikowski 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-62-A.Treu, Holder-9-S.Lechler. PENALTY on CIN-91-C.Powell, Personal Foul, 15 yards, enforced between - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q1 54:31 · CIN 2 · Score 0-9
(9:31) 47-T.Wheatley right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q1 54:27 · CIN 2 · Score 0-10
11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-62-A.Treu, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Cincinnati Bengals FG (+3) — Q1 50:19 · LV 13 · Score 3-10
(5:19) 17-S.Graham 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-74-R.Braham, Holder-8-N.Harris. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q2 41:50 · LV 1 · Score 9-10
(11:50) 28-C.Dillon left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q2 41:46 · LV 2 · Score 10-10
17-S.Graham extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-8-N.Harris. - Las Vegas Raiders FG (+3) — Q3 23:22 · CIN 8 · Score 10-13
(8:22) 11-S.Janikowski 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-62-A.Treu, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Cincinnati Bengals FG (+3) — Q3 15:32 · LV 4 · Score 13-13
(:32) 17-S.Graham 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-8-N.Harris. - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q4 4:04 · LV 20 · Score 13-19
(4:04) 3-J.Kitna pass intended for 85-C.Johnson INTERCEPTED by 31-P.Buchanon at LV 17. 31-P.Buchanon for 83 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q4 3:46 · CIN 2 · Score 13-20
11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-62-A.Treu, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q4 1:23 · LV 8 · Score 19-20
(1:23) 3-J.Kitna pass to 80-P.Warrick for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q4 1:18 · LV 2 · Score 20-20
17-S.Graham extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-8-N.Harris. - Las Vegas Raiders FG (+3) — Q4 0:13 · CIN 21 · Score 20-23
(:13) 11-S.Janikowski 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-62-A.Treu, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Cincinnati Bengals vs Las Vegas Raiders?
The Las Vegas Raiders beat the Cincinnati Bengals 23-20 in Week 2, 2003 on 2003-09-14.
What was the final score of Cincinnati Bengals vs Las Vegas Raiders?
The final score was Cincinnati Bengals 20, Las Vegas Raiders 23 (CIN 20-23 LV) in Week 2, 2003 on 2003-09-14.
What was the score by quarter in Cincinnati Bengals vs Las Vegas Raiders?
Q1: Cincinnati Bengals 3, Las Vegas Raiders 10; Q2: Cincinnati Bengals 7, Las Vegas Raiders 0; Q3: Cincinnati Bengals 3, Las Vegas Raiders 3; Q4: Cincinnati Bengals 7, Las Vegas Raiders 10; Final: Cincinnati Bengals 20, Las Vegas Raiders 23.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Cincinnati Bengals vs Las Vegas Raiders?
Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — T. Wheatley (Q1 54:31) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — C. Dillon (Q2 41:50) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — P. Buchanon (Q4 4:04) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — P. Warrick (J. Kitna pass) (Q4 1:23) Las Vegas Raiders field goal — S. Janikowski (Q1 57:16, 3 pts) Cincinnati Bengals field goal — S. Graham (Q1 50:19, 3 pts) Las Vegas Raiders field goal — S. Janikowski (Q3 23:22, 3 pts) Cincinnati Bengals field goal — S. Graham (Q3 15:32, 3 pts) Las Vegas Raiders field goal — S. Janikowski (Q4 0:13, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Cincinnati Bengals vs Las Vegas Raiders?
J. Kitna (Cincinnati Bengals), 53.2% completion, +0.24 EPA per dropback, +11.12 total passing EPA. R. Gannon (Las Vegas Raiders), 43.3% completion, -0.20 EPA per dropback, -5.91 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Cincinnati Bengals vs Las Vegas Raiders?
P. Warrick (Cincinnati Bengals) led the game in total EPA with +14.17 on receiving plays. across 8 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-10.50 EPA): (4:04) 3-J.Kitna pass intended for 85-C.Johnson INTERCEPTED by 31-P.Buchanon at LV 17. 31-P.Buchanon for 83 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -49.9%.
Was Cincinnati Bengals vs Las Vegas Raiders a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Las Vegas Raiders won 23-20 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Cincinnati Bengals
Entered 0-1 Now 0-2 L
Las Vegas Raiders
Entered 0-1 Now 1-1 W
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