Game story
In Week 7 of the 2006 NFL season on 2006-10-22, the Denver Broncos took care of business against the Cleveland Browns, pulling away with a 17–7 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Plummer (Denver Broncos) paced the passing game, with -4.39 total EPA, and -7.8% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, J. Walker (Denver Broncos) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +9.94 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+16.6% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Denver Broncos changed the game: (12:06) 3-P.Ernster punts 39 yards to CLE 41, Center-83-M.Leach. 16-J.Cribbs MUFFS catch, RECOVERED by DEN-37-C.Sapp at CLE 40.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver Broncos | 10 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Cleveland Browns | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 J. Walker · Denver Broncos · Receiving · +9.94 total EPA · 9 snaps · +1.10 EPA/play
- 2 R. Smith · Denver Broncos · Receiving · +6.49 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.08 EPA/play
- 3 J. Jurevicius · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +5.30 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.32 EPA/play
- 4 B. Marshall · Denver Broncos · Receiving · +4.25 total EPA · 2 snaps · +2.12 EPA/play
- 5 K. Winslow · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +2.00 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.67 EPA/play
- 6 J. Cribbs · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +1.35 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.34 EPA/play
- 7 R. Droughns · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +0.89 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.22 EPA/play
- 8 T. Bell · Denver Broncos · Rushing · +0.48 total EPA · 24 snaps · +0.02 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
J. Walker — DEN · Receiving
J. Walker posted the highest total EPA (+9.94) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Denver Broncos's efficiency. Across 9 counted snaps, they averaged +1.10 EPA per play.
The signature play (+5.38 EPA) came from Denver Broncos: (12:06) 3-P.Ernster punts 39 yards to CLE 41, Center-83-M.Leach. 16-J.Cribbs MUFFS catch, RECOVERED by DEN-37-C.Sapp at CLE 40.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Denver Broncos — T. Bell
- Denver Broncos — B. Marshall (J. Plummer pass)
- Cleveland Browns — J. Jurevicius (C. Frye pass)
Field goals
- Denver Broncos — J. Elam
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The second quarter: Denver Broncos won the period 10–0. Denver Broncos connected on a field goal from the CLE 13 (Q2 43:12) — (13:12) (Field Goal formation) 1-J.Elam 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-83-M.Leach, Holder-16-J.Plummer.; Denver Broncos found the end zone from the CLE 9 (Q2 31:59) — (1:59) 26-T.Bell right tackle for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Denver Broncos added 1 points from the CLE 2 (Q2 31:54) — 1-J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-83-M.Leach, Holder-16-J.Plummer..
The third quarter: Denver Broncos won the period 7–0. Denver Broncos found the end zone from the CLE 9 (Q3 24:18) — (9:18) 16-J.Plummer pass short left to 15-B.Marshall for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Denver Broncos added 1 points from the CLE 2 (Q3 24:13) — 1-J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-83-M.Leach, Holder-16-J.Plummer..
The fourth quarter: Cleveland Browns won the period 7–0. Cleveland Browns found the end zone from the DEN 6 (Q4 11:49) — (11:49) 9-C.Frye pass short right to 84-J.Jurevicius for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cleveland Browns added 1 points from the DEN 2 (Q4 11:43) — 4-P.Dawson extra point is GOOD, Center-64-R.Pontbriand, Holder-15-D.Zastudil..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Denver Broncos (Q1 57:06) — (12:06) 3-P.Ernster punts 39 yards to CLE 41, Center-83-M.Leach. 16-J.Cribbs MUFFS catch, RECOVERED by DEN-37-C.Sapp at CLE 40.
- Denver Broncos (Q1 49:59) — (4:59) (Shotgun) 16-J.Plummer pass deep left intended for 87-D.Kircus INTERCEPTED by 24-G.Baxter (31-J.Perry) [94-L.Williams] at CLE 15. 24-G.Baxter pushed ob at CLE 25 for 10 yards (80-R.Smith).
- Denver Broncos (Q1 46:12) — (1:12) 16-J.Plummer pass deep left to 84-J.Walker to CLE 34 for 38 yards (26-S.Jones).
- Cleveland Browns (Q1 51:25) — (6:25) 9-C.Frye sacked at DEN 47 for -1 yards (96-M.Myers).
- Denver Broncos (Q2 31:59) — (1:59) 26-T.Bell right tackle for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Denver Broncos (Q1 57:06) — (12:06) 3-P.Ernster punts 39 yards to CLE 41, Center-83-M.Leach. 16-J.Cribbs MUFFS catch, RECOVERED by DEN-37-C.Sapp at CLE 40.
- Denver Broncos (Q4 13:17) — (13:17) 16-J.Plummer pass short middle intended for 80-R.Smith INTERCEPTED by 54-A.Davis at DEN 37. 54-A.Davis to DEN 18 for 19 yards (64-E.Pears).
- Denver Broncos (Q3 18:09) — (3:09) 1-J.Elam 43 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-83-M.Leach, Holder-16-J.Plummer.
- Denver Broncos (Q1 49:59) — (4:59) (Shotgun) 16-J.Plummer pass deep left intended for 87-D.Kircus INTERCEPTED by 24-G.Baxter (31-J.Perry) [94-L.Williams] at CLE 15. 24-G.Baxter pushed ob at CLE 25 for 10 yards (80-R.Smith).
Quarterback report card
J.Plummer led all passers in efficiency for Denver Broncos, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Plummer (Denver Broncos) · 43 dropbacks · 46.5% completion · -7.8% CPOE · -0.10 EPA/play · -4.39 total EPA
- C.Frye (Cleveland Browns) · 38 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · -5.1% CPOE · -0.39 EPA/play · -14.93 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Denver Broncos | Cleveland Browns |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.081 | -0.304 |
| Offensive success rate | 35.1% | 36.9% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.102 | -0.393 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.022 | -0.555 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.304 | +0.081 |
| Defensive success rate | 63.1% | 64.9% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Denver Broncos generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.08 vs -0.30), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Cleveland Browns: 12 drives, -19.79 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
- Denver Broncos: 14 drives, -7.58 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Denver Broncos leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- J. Walker (Denver Broncos) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- J. Plummer (DEN) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
- C. Frye (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.
- Denver Broncos FG (+3) — Q2 43:12 · CLE 13 · Score 3-0
(13:12) (Field Goal formation) 1-J.Elam 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-83-M.Leach, Holder-16-J.Plummer. - Denver Broncos TD (+6) — Q2 31:59 · CLE 9 · Score 9-0
(1:59) 26-T.Bell right tackle for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Denver Broncos XP (+1) — Q2 31:54 · CLE 2 · Score 10-0
1-J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-83-M.Leach, Holder-16-J.Plummer. - Denver Broncos TD (+6) — Q3 24:18 · CLE 9 · Score 16-0
(9:18) 16-J.Plummer pass short left to 15-B.Marshall for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Denver Broncos XP (+1) — Q3 24:13 · CLE 2 · Score 17-0
1-J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-83-M.Leach, Holder-16-J.Plummer. - Cleveland Browns TD (+6) — Q4 11:49 · DEN 6 · Score 17-6
(11:49) 9-C.Frye pass short right to 84-J.Jurevicius for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cleveland Browns XP (+1) — Q4 11:43 · DEN 2 · Score 17-7
4-P.Dawson extra point is GOOD, Center-64-R.Pontbriand, Holder-15-D.Zastudil.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Denver Broncos vs Cleveland Browns?
The Denver Broncos beat the Cleveland Browns 17-7 in Week 7, 2006 on 2006-10-22.
What was the final score of Denver Broncos vs Cleveland Browns?
The final score was Denver Broncos 17, Cleveland Browns 7 (DEN 17-7 CLE) in Week 7, 2006 on 2006-10-22.
What was the score by quarter in Denver Broncos vs Cleveland Browns?
Q2: Denver Broncos 10, Cleveland Browns 0; Q3: Denver Broncos 7, Cleveland Browns 0; Q4: Denver Broncos 0, Cleveland Browns 7; Final: Denver Broncos 17, Cleveland Browns 7.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Denver Broncos vs Cleveland Browns?
Denver Broncos touchdown — T. Bell (Q2 31:59) Denver Broncos touchdown — B. Marshall (J. Plummer pass) (Q3 24:18) Cleveland Browns touchdown — J. Jurevicius (C. Frye pass) (Q4 11:49) Denver Broncos field goal — J. Elam (Q2 43:12, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Denver Broncos vs Cleveland Browns?
J. Plummer (Denver Broncos), 46.5% completion, -7.8% CPOE, -0.10 EPA per dropback, -4.39 total passing EPA. C. Frye (Cleveland Browns), 50.0% completion, -5.1% CPOE, -0.39 EPA per dropback, -14.93 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Denver Broncos vs Cleveland Browns?
J. Walker (Denver Broncos) led the game in total EPA with +9.94 on receiving plays. across 9 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+5.38 EPA): (12:06) 3-P.Ernster punts 39 yards to CLE 41, Center-83-M.Leach. 16-J.Cribbs MUFFS catch, RECOVERED by DEN-37-C.Sapp at CLE 40.. The biggest win-probability swing was +16.6%.
Season records after this game
Denver Broncos
Entered 4-1 Now 5-1 W
Cleveland Browns
Entered 1-4 Now 1-5 L
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