Game story
In Week 8 of the 2010 NFL season on 2010-10-31, the Green Bay Packers took care of business against the New York Jets, pulling away with a 9–0 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 6 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
M. Sanchez (New York Jets) paced the passing game, with -7.19 total EPA, and -18.0% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, G. Jennings (Green Bay Packers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +5.26 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-20.1% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when New York Jets changed the game: (10:42) 6-M.Sanchez pass short left intended for 81-D.Keller INTERCEPTED by 21-C.Woodson at GB 43. 21-C.Woodson to GB 43 for no gain (81-D.Keller).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q4 | — | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Bay Packers | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| New York Jets | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 G. Jennings · Green Bay Packers · Receiving · +5.26 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.44 EPA/play
- 2 S. Holmes · New York Jets · Receiving · +1.59 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.26 EPA/play
- 3 J. Nelson · Green Bay Packers · Receiving · +1.48 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.21 EPA/play
- 4 D. Lee · Green Bay Packers · Receiving · +0.70 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.35 EPA/play
- 5 B. Jackson · Green Bay Packers · Receiving · +0.68 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.34 EPA/play
- 6 B. Swain · Green Bay Packers · Receiving · +0.56 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.56 EPA/play
- 7 S. Greene · New York Jets · Receiving · +0.51 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.25 EPA/play
- 8 A. Rodgers · Green Bay Packers · Rushing · +0.41 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.21 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
G. Jennings — GB · Receiving
G. Jennings posted the highest total EPA (+5.26) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Green Bay Packers's efficiency. Across 12 counted snaps, they averaged +0.44 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.41 EPA) came from New York Jets: (15:00) Direct snap to 16-B.Smith. 16-B.Smith left end to GB 29 for 4 yards (58-F.Zombo). FUMBLES (58-F.Zombo), RECOVERED by GB-38-T.Williams at GB 29. 38-T.Williams to GB 34 for 5 yards (68-M.Slauson). New York Jets cha
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Field goals
- Green Bay Packers — M. Crosby
- Green Bay Packers — M. Crosby
- Green Bay Packers — M. Crosby
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Green Bay Packers won the period 3–0. Green Bay Packers connected on a field goal from the NYJ 2 (Q1 49:45) — (4:45) 2-M.Crosby 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay..
The fourth quarter: Green Bay Packers won the period 6–0. Green Bay Packers connected on a field goal from the NYJ 23 (Q4 6:41) — (6:41) 2-M.Crosby 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay.; Green Bay Packers connected on a field goal from the NYJ 22 (Q4 0:32) — (:32) 2-M.Crosby 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- New York Jets (Q4 10:42) — (10:42) 6-M.Sanchez pass short left intended for 81-D.Keller INTERCEPTED by 21-C.Woodson at GB 43. 21-C.Woodson to GB 43 for no gain (81-D.Keller).
- New York Jets (Q3 21:21) — (6:21) (Shotgun) 6-M.Sanchez pass deep middle to 89-J.Cotchery to GB 28 for 49 yards (36-N.Collins).
- New York Jets (Q3 18:49) — (3:49) 2-N.Folk 37 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford.
- New York Jets (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) Direct snap to 16-B.Smith. 16-B.Smith left end to GB 29 for 4 yards (58-F.Zombo). FUMBLES (58-F.Zombo), RECOVERED by GB-38-T.Williams at GB 29. 38-T.Williams to GB 34 for 5 yards (68-M.Slauson
- New York Jets (Q4 13:26) — (13:26) 78-W.Hunter reported in as eligible. 6-M.Sanchez pass deep left to 17-B.Edwards pushed ob at GB 48 for 32 yards (36-N.Collins).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- New York Jets (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) Direct snap to 16-B.Smith. 16-B.Smith left end to GB 29 for 4 yards (58-F.Zombo). FUMBLES (58-F.Zombo), RECOVERED by GB-38-T.Williams at GB 29. 38-T.Williams to GB 34 for 5 yards (68-M.Slauson
- New York Jets (Q3 21:21) — (6:21) (Shotgun) 6-M.Sanchez pass deep middle to 89-J.Cotchery to GB 28 for 49 yards (36-N.Collins).
- New York Jets (Q4 10:42) — (10:42) 6-M.Sanchez pass short left intended for 81-D.Keller INTERCEPTED by 21-C.Woodson at GB 43. 21-C.Woodson to GB 43 for no gain (81-D.Keller).
- New York Jets (Q4 5:45) — (5:45) (Shotgun) 6-M.Sanchez pass deep middle to 81-D.Keller to GB 37 for 40 yards (36-N.Collins).
Quarterback report card
M.Sanchez led all passers in efficiency for New York Jets, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- M.Sanchez (New York Jets) · 43 dropbacks · 37.2% completion · -18.0% CPOE · -0.17 EPA/play · -7.19 total EPA
- A.Rodgers (Green Bay Packers) · 39 dropbacks · 38.5% completion · -14.3% CPOE · -0.05 EPA/play · -2.13 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Green Bay Packers | New York Jets |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.126 | -0.245 |
| Offensive success rate | 40.5% | 31.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.055 | -0.167 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.298 | -0.481 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.245 | +0.126 |
| Defensive success rate | 69.0% | 59.5% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Green Bay Packers generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.13 vs -0.24), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Green Bay Packers: 13 drives, -9.94 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- New York Jets: 13 drives, -21.33 total EPA, 0 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Green Bay Packers leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- G. Jennings (Green Bay Packers) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- M. Sanchez (NYJ) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
- A. Rodgers (GB) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Green Bay Packers FG (+3) — Q1 49:45 · NYJ 2 · Score 3-0
(4:45) 2-M.Crosby 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay. - Green Bay Packers FG (+3) — Q4 6:41 · NYJ 23 · Score 6-0
(6:41) 2-M.Crosby 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay. - Green Bay Packers FG (+3) — Q4 0:32 · NYJ 22 · Score 9-0
(:32) 2-M.Crosby 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-61-B.Goode, Holder-8-T.Masthay.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Green Bay Packers vs New York Jets?
The Green Bay Packers beat the New York Jets 9-0 in Week 8, 2010 on 2010-10-31.
What was the final score of Green Bay Packers vs New York Jets?
The final score was Green Bay Packers 9, New York Jets 0 (GB 9-0 NYJ) in Week 8, 2010 on 2010-10-31.
What was the score by quarter in Green Bay Packers vs New York Jets?
Q1: Green Bay Packers 3, New York Jets 0; Q4: Green Bay Packers 6, New York Jets 0; Final: Green Bay Packers 9, New York Jets 0.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Green Bay Packers vs New York Jets?
Green Bay Packers field goal — M. Crosby (Q1 49:45, 3 pts) Green Bay Packers field goal — M. Crosby (Q4 6:41, 3 pts) Green Bay Packers field goal — M. Crosby (Q4 0:32, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Green Bay Packers vs New York Jets?
M. Sanchez (New York Jets), 37.2% completion, -18.0% CPOE, -0.17 EPA per dropback, -7.19 total passing EPA. A. Rodgers (Green Bay Packers), 38.5% completion, -14.3% CPOE, -0.05 EPA per dropback, -2.13 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Green Bay Packers vs New York Jets?
G. Jennings (Green Bay Packers) led the game in total EPA with +5.26 on receiving plays. across 12 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.41 EPA): (15:00) Direct snap to 16-B.Smith. 16-B.Smith left end to GB 29 for 4 yards (58-F.Zombo). FUMBLES (58-F.Zombo), RECOVERED by GB-38-T.Williams at GB 29. 38-T.Williams to GB 34 for 5. The biggest win-probability swing was -20.1%.
Season records after this game
Green Bay Packers
Entered 4-3 Now 5-3 W
New York Jets
Entered 5-1 Now 5-2 L
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