Game story
In Week 4 of the 2002 NFL season on 2002-09-29, the Dallas Cowboys took care of business against the Los Angeles Rams, pulling away with a 13–10 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 7 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
Q. Carter (Dallas Cowboys) paced the passing game, with +1.37 total EPA.
On the individual side, J. Martin (Los Angeles Rams) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +5.12 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+31.7% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Dallas Cowboys changed the game: (:01) 3-B.Cundiff 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-58-J.Grau, Holder-4-M.Knorr.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Cowboys | 7 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 13 |
| Los Angeles Rams | 0 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 J. Martin · Los Angeles Rams · Passing · +5.12 total EPA · 40 snaps · +0.13 EPA/play
- 2 J. Whalen · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +4.34 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.72 EPA/play
- 3 A. Bryant · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +2.97 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.59 EPA/play
- 4 R. Proehl · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.61 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.31 EPA/play
- 5 T. Holt · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.49 total EPA · 13 snaps · +0.19 EPA/play
- 6 I. Bruce · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +1.70 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.24 EPA/play
- 7 T. Hambrick · Dallas Cowboys · Rushing · +1.64 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.27 EPA/play
- 8 Q. Carter · Dallas Cowboys · Passing · +1.37 total EPA · 42 snaps · +0.03 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
J. Martin — LA · Passing
J. Martin posted the highest total EPA (+5.12) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Rams's efficiency. Across 40 counted snaps, they averaged +0.13 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.89 EPA) came from Dallas Cowboys: (11:09) 17-Q.Carter pass to 84-J.Galloway to LA 29 for 5 yards (58-D.Davis, 32-D.Bly). FUMBLES (58-D.Davis), RECOVERED by LA-90-J.Zgonina at LA 29. 90-J.Zgonina to LA 29 for no gain (82-T.McGee). Play Challenged by DAL a
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Dallas Cowboys — D. Scott (Q. Carter pass)
- Los Angeles Rams — I. Bruce (J. Martin pass)
Field goals
- Los Angeles Rams — J. Wilkins
- Dallas Cowboys — B. Cundiff
- Dallas Cowboys — B. Cundiff
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Dallas Cowboys won the period 7–0. Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the LA 17 (Q1 50:27) — (5:27) 17-Q.Carter pass to 85-D.Scott for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the LA 2 (Q1 50:19) — 3-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-58-J.Grau, Holder-4-M.Knorr..
The second quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 7–0. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the DAL 21 (Q2 31:30) — (1:30) 12-J.Martin pass to 80-I.Bruce for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the DAL 2 (Q2 31:25) — 14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-87-R.Proehl..
The third quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 3–0. Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the DAL 9 (Q3 17:07) — (2:07) 14-J.Wilkins 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-87-R.Proehl..
The fourth quarter: Dallas Cowboys won the period 6–0. Dallas Cowboys connected on a field goal from the LA 17 (Q4 4:28) — (4:28) 3-B.Cundiff 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-58-J.Grau, Holder-4-M.Knorr.; Dallas Cowboys connected on a field goal from the LA 30 (Q4 0:01) — (:01) 3-B.Cundiff 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-58-J.Grau, Holder-4-M.Knorr..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q4 0:01) — (:01) 3-B.Cundiff 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-58-J.Grau, Holder-4-M.Knorr.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 1:32) — (1:32) 14-J.Wilkins 49 yard field goal is No Good, Hit Right Upright, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-87-R.Proehl.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 31:30) — (1:30) 12-J.Martin pass to 80-I.Bruce for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q1 56:09) — (11:09) 17-Q.Carter pass to 84-J.Galloway to LA 29 for 5 yards (58-D.Davis, 32-D.Bly). FUMBLES (58-D.Davis), RECOVERED by LA-90-J.Zgonina at LA 29. 90-J.Zgonina to LA 29 for no gain (82-T.McGee). Play
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 56:17) — (11:17) 28-M.Faulk up the middle to LA 35 for 15 yards (28-D.Woodson). FUMBLES (28-D.Woodson), touched at LA 35, RECOVERED by DAL-52-D.Coakley at LA 35. 52-D.Coakley to LA 34 for 1 yard (86-B.Manumale
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q1 56:09) — (11:09) 17-Q.Carter pass to 84-J.Galloway to LA 29 for 5 yards (58-D.Davis, 32-D.Bly). FUMBLES (58-D.Davis), RECOVERED by LA-90-J.Zgonina at LA 29. 90-J.Zgonina to LA 29 for no gain (82-T.McGee). Play
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 53:52) — (8:52) 13-K.Warner pass intended for 28-M.Faulk INTERCEPTED by 98-G.Ellis at DAL 41. 98-G.Ellis to DAL 41 for no gain (28-M.Faulk). #13 LA Kurt Warner injured on the play
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 56:17) — (11:17) 28-M.Faulk up the middle to LA 35 for 15 yards (28-D.Woodson). FUMBLES (28-D.Woodson), touched at LA 35, RECOVERED by DAL-52-D.Coakley at LA 35. 52-D.Coakley to LA 34 for 1 yard (86-B.Manumale
- Dallas Cowboys (Q1 58:47) — (13:47) 17-Q.Carter pass to 88-A.Bryant pushed ob at LA 31 for 34 yards (31-A.Archuleta).
Quarterback report card
Q.Carter led all passers in efficiency for Dallas Cowboys, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- Q.Carter (Dallas Cowboys) · 42 dropbacks · 61.9% completion · +0.03 EPA/play · +1.37 total EPA
- J.Martin (Los Angeles Rams) · 40 dropbacks · 60.0% completion · +0.13 EPA/play · +5.12 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Dallas Cowboys | Los Angeles Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.036 | -0.104 |
| Offensive success rate | 41.2% | 43.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.035 | +0.022 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.143 | -0.300 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.104 | +0.036 |
| Defensive success rate | 57.0% | 58.8% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Dallas Cowboys generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.04 vs -0.10), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Dallas Cowboys: 12 drives, -3.05 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Los Angeles Rams: 11 drives, -8.20 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Dallas Cowboys 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.
- J. Martin (Los Angeles Rams) 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.
- Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q1 50:27 · LA 17 · Score 6-0
(5:27) 17-Q.Carter pass to 85-D.Scott for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q1 50:19 · LA 2 · Score 7-0
3-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-58-J.Grau, Holder-4-M.Knorr. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q2 31:30 · DAL 21 · Score 7-6
(1:30) 12-J.Martin pass to 80-I.Bruce for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q2 31:25 · DAL 2 · Score 7-7
14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-87-R.Proehl. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q3 17:07 · DAL 9 · Score 7-10
(2:07) 14-J.Wilkins 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-87-R.Proehl. - Dallas Cowboys FG (+3) — Q4 4:28 · LA 17 · Score 10-10
(4:28) 3-B.Cundiff 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-58-J.Grau, Holder-4-M.Knorr. - Dallas Cowboys FG (+3) — Q4 0:01 · LA 30 · Score 13-10
(:01) 3-B.Cundiff 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-58-J.Grau, Holder-4-M.Knorr.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Dallas Cowboys vs Los Angeles Rams?
The Dallas Cowboys beat the Los Angeles Rams 13-10 in Week 4, 2002 on 2002-09-29.
What was the final score of Dallas Cowboys vs Los Angeles Rams?
The final score was Dallas Cowboys 13, Los Angeles Rams 10 (DAL 13-10 LA) in Week 4, 2002 on 2002-09-29.
What was the score by quarter in Dallas Cowboys vs Los Angeles Rams?
Q1: Dallas Cowboys 7, Los Angeles Rams 0; Q2: Dallas Cowboys 0, Los Angeles Rams 7; Q3: Dallas Cowboys 0, Los Angeles Rams 3; Q4: Dallas Cowboys 6, Los Angeles Rams 0; Final: Dallas Cowboys 13, Los Angeles Rams 10.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Dallas Cowboys vs Los Angeles Rams?
Dallas Cowboys touchdown — D. Scott (Q. Carter pass) (Q1 50:27) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — I. Bruce (J. Martin pass) (Q2 31:30) Los Angeles Rams field goal — J. Wilkins (Q3 17:07, 3 pts) Dallas Cowboys field goal — B. Cundiff (Q4 4:28, 3 pts) Dallas Cowboys field goal — B. Cundiff (Q4 0:01, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Dallas Cowboys vs Los Angeles Rams?
Q. Carter (Dallas Cowboys), 61.9% completion, +0.03 EPA per dropback, +1.37 total passing EPA. J. Martin (Los Angeles Rams), 60.0% completion, +0.13 EPA per dropback, +5.12 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Dallas Cowboys vs Los Angeles Rams?
J. Martin (Los Angeles Rams) led the game in total EPA with +5.12 on passing plays. across 40 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.89 EPA): (11:09) 17-Q.Carter pass to 84-J.Galloway to LA 29 for 5 yards (58-D.Davis, 32-D.Bly). FUMBLES (58-D.Davis), RECOVERED by LA-90-J.Zgonina at LA 29. 90-J.Zgonina to LA 29 for no gai. The biggest win-probability swing was +31.7%.
Was Dallas Cowboys vs Los Angeles Rams a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Dallas Cowboys won 13-10 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Dallas Cowboys
Entered 1-2 Now 2-2 W
Los Angeles Rams
Entered 0-3 Now 0-4 L
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