Game story
In Week 7 of the 2008 NFL season on 2008-10-19, the Washington Commanders took care of business against the Cleveland Browns, pulling away with a 14–11 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 15 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
D. Anderson (Cleveland Browns) paced the passing game, with -6.29 total EPA, and -22.5% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, S. Moss (Washington Commanders) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +6.64 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-20.1% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Cleveland Browns changed the game: (:32) 4-P.Dawson 54 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-64-R.Pontbriand, Holder-15-D.Zastudil.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q3 | Q4 | — | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Browns | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Washington Commanders | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 S. Moss · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +6.64 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.66 EPA/play
- 2 B. Edwards · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +6.42 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.28 EPA/play
- 3 A.Randle El · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +4.71 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.18 EPA/play
- 4 J. Campbell · Washington Commanders · Passing · +3.50 total EPA · 24 snaps · +0.15 EPA/play
- 5 J. Cribbs · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +3.18 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.18 EPA/play
- 6 J. Lewis · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +2.30 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.30 EPA/play
- 7 C. Cooley · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +1.76 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.44 EPA/play
- 8 K. Winslow · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +1.35 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.68 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
S. Moss — WAS · Receiving
S. Moss posted the highest total EPA (+6.64) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Washington Commanders's efficiency. Across 4 counted snaps, they averaged +1.66 EPA per play.
The signature play (-3.26 EPA) came from Washington Commanders: (5:47) 26-C.Portis right end to WAS 27 for 24 yards (24-E.Wright). FUMBLES (24-E.Wright), RECOVERED by CLE-21-B.Pool at WAS 29. 21-B.Pool pushed ob at WAS 29 for no gain (82-A.Randle El). Washington challenged the loose
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Washington Commanders — C. Portis
- Washington Commanders — S. Moss (J. Campbell pass)
- Cleveland Browns — J. Cribbs (D. Anderson pass)
Field goals
- Cleveland Browns — P. Dawson
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The third quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 7–3. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the CLE 3 (Q3 22:38) — (7:38) 26-C.Portis right tackle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the CLE 2 (Q3 22:30); Cleveland Browns connected on a field goal from the WAS 19 (Q3 17:48) — (2:48) 4-P.Dawson 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-64-R.Pontbriand, Holder-15-D.Zastudil..
The fourth quarter: Cleveland Browns won the period 8–7. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the CLE 18 (Q4 12:36) — (12:36) 17-J.Campbell pass short right to 89-S.Moss for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the CLE 2 (Q4 12:28) — 6-S.Suisham extra point is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-1-R.Plackemeier.; Cleveland Browns found the end zone from the WAS 1 (Q4 2:49) — (2:49) 3-D.Anderson pass short middle to 16-J.Cribbs for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Cleveland Browns registered a safety from the WAS 2 (Q4 2:44) — (Pass formation) TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 3-D.Anderson pass to 17-B.Edwards is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Cleveland Browns (Q4 0:32) — (:32) 4-P.Dawson 54 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-64-R.Pontbriand, Holder-15-D.Zastudil.
- Washington Commanders (Q2 30:04) — (:04) 6-S.Suisham 36 yard field goal is No Good, Hit Right Upright, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-1-R.Plackemeier.
- Cleveland Browns (Q4 2:49) — (2:49) 3-D.Anderson pass short middle to 16-J.Cribbs for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- Cleveland Browns (Q4 0:37) — (:37) (Shotgun) 3-D.Anderson pass incomplete deep middle to 17-B.Edwards.
- Washington Commanders (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) 1-R.Plackemeier punts 39 yards to CLE 18, Center-67-E.Albright. 16-J.Cribbs to CLE 29 for 11 yards (50-K.Campbell, 87-T.Yoder).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Washington Commanders (Q4 5:47) — (5:47) 26-C.Portis right end to WAS 27 for 24 yards (24-E.Wright). FUMBLES (24-E.Wright), RECOVERED by CLE-21-B.Pool at WAS 29. 21-B.Pool pushed ob at WAS 29 for no gain (82-A.Randle El). Washington c
- Cleveland Browns (Q4 2:49) — (2:49) 3-D.Anderson pass short middle to 16-J.Cribbs for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q2 30:04) — (:04) 6-S.Suisham 36 yard field goal is No Good, Hit Right Upright, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-1-R.Plackemeier.
- Cleveland Browns (Q3 20:27) — (5:27) (Shotgun) 3-D.Anderson pass deep middle to 17-B.Edwards to WAS 41 for 19 yards (30-L.Landry).
Quarterback report card
D.Anderson led all passers in efficiency for Cleveland Browns, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- D.Anderson (Cleveland Browns) · 41 dropbacks · 34.1% completion · -22.5% CPOE · -0.15 EPA/play · -6.29 total EPA
- J.Campbell (Washington Commanders) · 24 dropbacks · 58.3% completion · -1.0% CPOE · +0.15 EPA/play · +3.50 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Cleveland Browns | Washington Commanders |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.095 | -0.086 |
| Offensive success rate | 41.5% | 43.6% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.153 | +0.146 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.106 | -0.177 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.086 | +0.095 |
| Defensive success rate | 56.4% | 58.5% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Cleveland Browns -0.10, Washington Commanders -0.09) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- Cleveland Browns: 12 drives, -7.79 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 13 drives, -6.69 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Washington Commanders 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.
- S. Moss (Washington Commanders) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- D. Anderson (CLE) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q3 22:38 · CLE 3 · Score 0-6
(7:38) 26-C.Portis right tackle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q3 22:30 · CLE 2 · Score 0-7
6-S.Suisham extra point is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-1-R.Plackemeier. PENALTY on CLE-24-E.Wright, Running Into the Kicker, 5 yards, enforced between do - Cleveland Browns FG (+3) — Q3 17:48 · WAS 19 · Score 3-7
(2:48) 4-P.Dawson 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-64-R.Pontbriand, Holder-15-D.Zastudil. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 12:36 · CLE 18 · Score 3-13
(12:36) 17-J.Campbell pass short right to 89-S.Moss for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q4 12:28 · CLE 2 · Score 3-14
6-S.Suisham extra point is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-1-R.Plackemeier. - Cleveland Browns TD (+6) — Q4 2:49 · WAS 1 · Score 9-14
(2:49) 3-D.Anderson pass short middle to 16-J.Cribbs for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Cleveland Browns Safety (+2) — Q4 2:44 · WAS 2 · Score 11-14
(Pass formation) TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 3-D.Anderson pass to 17-B.Edwards is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Cleveland Browns vs Washington Commanders?
The Washington Commanders beat the Cleveland Browns 14-11 in Week 7, 2008 on 2008-10-19.
What was the final score of Cleveland Browns vs Washington Commanders?
The final score was Cleveland Browns 11, Washington Commanders 14 (CLE 11-14 WAS) in Week 7, 2008 on 2008-10-19.
What was the score by quarter in Cleveland Browns vs Washington Commanders?
Q3: Cleveland Browns 3, Washington Commanders 7; Q4: Cleveland Browns 8, Washington Commanders 7; Final: Cleveland Browns 11, Washington Commanders 14.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Cleveland Browns vs Washington Commanders?
Washington Commanders touchdown — C. Portis (Q3 22:38) Washington Commanders touchdown — S. Moss (J. Campbell pass) (Q4 12:36) Cleveland Browns touchdown — J. Cribbs (D. Anderson pass) (Q4 2:49) Cleveland Browns field goal — P. Dawson (Q3 17:48, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Cleveland Browns vs Washington Commanders?
D. Anderson (Cleveland Browns), 34.1% completion, -22.5% CPOE, -0.15 EPA per dropback, -6.29 total passing EPA. J. Campbell (Washington Commanders), 58.3% completion, -1.0% CPOE, +0.15 EPA per dropback, +3.50 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Cleveland Browns vs Washington Commanders?
S. Moss (Washington Commanders) led the game in total EPA with +6.64 on receiving plays. across 4 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-3.26 EPA): (5:47) 26-C.Portis right end to WAS 27 for 24 yards (24-E.Wright). FUMBLES (24-E.Wright), RECOVERED by CLE-21-B.Pool at WAS 29. 21-B.Pool pushed ob at WAS 29 for no gain (82-A.Rand. The biggest win-probability swing was -20.1%.
Was Cleveland Browns vs Washington Commanders a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Washington Commanders won 14-11 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Cleveland Browns
Entered 2-3 Now 2-4 L
Washington Commanders
Entered 4-2 Now 5-2 W
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