Quick answer
- Winner
- Indianapolis Colts
- Final score
- Indianapolis Colts 24–21 Atlanta Falcons
- Halftime
- Indianapolis Colts 7–14 Atlanta Falcons at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Justin Jones
- Top passer
- Matt Ryan
- Biggest EPA play
- (10:14) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle intended for 83-J.Tamme INTERCEPTED by 52-D.Jackson at …
- Game date
- 2015-11-22
Game summary
The Indianapolis Colts beat the Atlanta Falcons 24–21 on 2015-11-22, overcoming Atlanta Falcons's 14–7 halftime lead. Justin Jones posted a game-high +6.11 total EPA in the receiving.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 14 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Indianapolis Colts | 0 | 7 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 24 |
 Atlanta Falcons | 7 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
INDIndianapolis Colts(:10) 2-M.Ryan pass short left to 42-P.DiMarco for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(9:00) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 42-P.DiMarco for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(2:00) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass short middle to 44-A.Bradshaw for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN [56-B.Reed].
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-1-P.McAfee.
(9:45) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 85-L.Hankerson for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(:15) (Shotgun) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass short right to 44-A.Bradshaw for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-1-P.McAfee.
(10:14) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle intended for 83-J.Tamme INTERCEPTED by 52-D.Jackson at ATL 6. 52-D.Jackson for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-1-P.McAfee.
(:57) 4-A.Vinatieri 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-1-P.McAfee.
ATLAtlanta FalconsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q1 0:10TD PDP. DiMarcoPoints+6
- Yard line
- IND 15
- Score
- 0-6
(:10) 2-M.Ryan pass short left to 42-P.DiMarco for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q1 0:02XP Myles BryantPoints+1
- Yard line
- IND 15
- Score
- 0-7
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 9:00TD PDP. DiMarcoPoints+6
- Yard line
- IND 1
- Score
- 0-13
(9:00) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 42-P.DiMarco for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 8:54XP Myles BryantPoints+1
- Yard line
- IND 15
- Score
- 0-14
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q2 2:00TD ABA. BradshawPoints+6
- Yard line
- ATL 7
- Score
- 6-14
(2:00) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass short middle to 44-A.Bradshaw for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN [56-B.Reed].
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q2 1:55XP AVA. VinatieriPoints+1
- Yard line
- ATL 15
- Score
- 7-14
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-1-P.McAfee.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q3 9:45TD LHL. HankersonPoints+6
- Yard line
- IND 3
- Score
- 7-20
(9:45) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 85-L.Hankerson for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q3 9:38XP Myles BryantPoints+1
- Yard line
- IND 15
- Score
- 7-21
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q3 0:15TD ABA. BradshawPoints+6
- Yard line
- ATL 2
- Score
- 13-21
(:15) (Shotgun) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass short right to 44-A.Bradshaw for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q3 0:10XP AVA. VinatieriPoints+1
- Yard line
- ATL 15
- Score
- 14-21
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-1-P.McAfee.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q4 10:14TD Drake JacksonPoints+6
- Yard line
- IND 99
- Score
- 20-21
(10:14) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle intended for 83-J.Tamme INTERCEPTED by 52-D.Jackson at ATL 6. 52-D.Jackson for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q4 10:07XP AVA. VinatieriPoints+1
- Yard line
- ATL 15
- Score
- 21-21
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-1-P.McAfee.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q4 0:57FG AVA. VinatieriPoints+3
- Yard line
- ATL 25
- Score
- 24-21
(:57) 4-A.Vinatieri 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-1-P.McAfee.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1
Justin Jones · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +6.11 total EPA · 15 snaps · +0.41 EPA/play - 2P. DiMarco · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +3.83 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.96 EPA/play
- 3M. Hasselbeck · Indianapolis Colts · Passing · +3.51 total EPA · 39 snaps · +0.09 EPA/play
- 4L. Hankerson · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +3.24 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.46 EPA/play
- 5A. Bradshaw · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +2.70 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.67 EPA/play
- 6
Frank Gore Jr. · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +2.00 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.40 EPA/play - 7D. Freeman · Atlanta Falcons · Rushing · +1.37 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.46 EPA/play
- 8A. Bradshaw · Indianapolis Colts · Rushing · +0.48 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.05 EPA/play
FantasyHQ Game MVP
Highest total EPA with the player's top snap and the game's biggest single play when different.
FantasyHQ Game MVP
Justin Jones — ATL · Receiving
Justin Jones posted the highest total EPA (+6.11) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Atlanta Falcons. Across 15 counted snaps, they averaged +0.41 EPA per play.
Justin Jones's top snap (+2.64 EPA): (13:09) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 11-J.Jones pushed ob at IND 47 for 36 yards (42-C.Geathers).
Biggest single play (-6.80 EPA): Matt Ryan — (10:14) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle intended for 83-J.Tamme INTERCEPTED by 52-D.Jackson at ATL 6. 52-D.Jackson for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
Matt Ryan led all passers in efficiency for Atlanta Falcons, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- Matt Ryan (Atlanta Falcons) · 52 dropbacks · 48.1% completion · -9.6% CPOE · -0.01 EPA/play · -0.50 total EPA
- M. Hasselbeck (Indianapolis Colts) · 39 dropbacks · 59.0% completion · +5.2% CPOE · +0.09 EPA/play · +3.51 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Indianapolis Colts | Atlanta Falcons |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.079 | -0.135 |
| Offensive success rate | 44.4% | 38.9% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.090 | -0.010 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.503 | -0.451 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.135 | +0.079 |
| Defensive success rate | 61.1% | 55.6% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Indianapolis Colts generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.08 vs -0.14), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Indianapolis Colts: -0.08 EPA/play (32nd percentile vs. 2015 team-game averages)
- Atlanta Falcons: -0.14 EPA/play (21st percentile vs. 2015 team-game averages)
- Atlanta Falcons: 13 drives, -12.16 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Indianapolis Colts: 13 drives, -6.38 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Atlanta Falcons — P. DiMarco (Matt Ryan pass)
- Atlanta Falcons — P. DiMarco (Matt Ryan pass)
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Bradshaw (M. Hasselbeck pass)
- Atlanta Falcons — L. Hankerson (Matt Ryan pass)
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Bradshaw (M. Hasselbeck pass)
- Indianapolis Colts — Drake Jackson
Field goals
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Vinatieri
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Atlanta Falcons won the period 7–0. Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the IND 15 (Q1 0:10) — (:10) 2-M.Ryan pass short left to 42-P.DiMarco for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the IND 15 (Q1 0:02) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher..
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the IND 1 (Q2 9:00) — (9:00) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 42-P.DiMarco for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the IND 15 (Q2 8:54) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the ATL 7 (Q2 2:00) — (2:00) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass short middle to 44-A.Bradshaw for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN [56-B.Reed].; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the ATL 15 (Q2 1:55) — 4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-1-P.McAfee..
The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the IND 3 (Q3 9:45) — (9:45) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 85-L.Hankerson for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the IND 15 (Q3 9:38) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the ATL 2 (Q3 0:15) — (:15) (Shotgun) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass short right to 44-A.Bradshaw for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the ATL 15 (Q3 0:10) — 4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-1-P.McAfee..
The fourth quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 10–0. Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the IND 99 (Q4 10:14) — (10:14) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle intended for 83-J.Tamme INTERCEPTED by 52-D.Jackson at ATL 6. 52-D.Jackson for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the ATL 15 (Q4 10:07) — 4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-1-P.McAfee.; Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the ATL 25 (Q4 0:57) — (:57) 4-A.Vinatieri 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-1-P.McAfee..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 10:14) — (10:14) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle intended for 83-J.Tamme INTERCEPTED by 52-D.Jackson at ATL 6. 52-D.Jackson for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q3 0:10) — (:10) 26-T.Coleman right end to ATL 22 for 2 yards (93-E.Walden). FUMBLES (93-E.Walden), RECOVERED by IND-50-J.Freeman at ATL 21. 50-J.Freeman to ATL 21 for no gain (26-T.Coleman).
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 0:57) — (:57) 4-A.Vinatieri 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-1-P.McAfee.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 14:03) — (14:03) (Shotgun) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass short right intended for 10-D.Moncrief INTERCEPTED by 37-R.Allen at ATL 2. 37-R.Allen to ATL 15 for 13 yards (69-H.Thornton).
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) (Shotgun) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass short middle to 10-D.Moncrief to ATL 32 for 10 yards (37-R.Allen).
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 10:14) — (10:14) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle intended for 83-J.Tamme INTERCEPTED by 52-D.Jackson at ATL 6. 52-D.Jackson for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q3 0:10) — (:10) 26-T.Coleman right end to ATL 22 for 2 yards (93-E.Walden). FUMBLES (93-E.Walden), RECOVERED by IND-50-J.Freeman at ATL 21. 50-J.Freeman to ATL 21 for no gain (26-T.Coleman).
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 11:29) — (11:29) (Shotgun) 23-F.Gore right guard to ATL 44 for 2 yards (50-O.Schofield). FUMBLES (50-O.Schofield), RECOVERED by ATL-55-P.Worrilow at ATL 45. 55-P.Worrilow to ATL 45 for no gain (72-J.Harrison).
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 14:03) — (14:03) (Shotgun) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass short right intended for 10-D.Moncrief INTERCEPTED by 37-R.Allen at ATL 2. 37-R.Allen to ATL 15 for 13 yards (69-H.Thornton).
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q1 0:10 · IND 15 · Score 0-6
(:10) 2-M.Ryan pass short left to 42-P.DiMarco for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q1 0:02 · IND 15 · Score 0-7
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q2 9:00 · IND 1 · Score 0-13
(9:00) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 42-P.DiMarco for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q2 8:54 · IND 15 · Score 0-14
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q2 2:00 · ATL 7 · Score 6-14
(2:00) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass short middle to 44-A.Bradshaw for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN [56-B.Reed]. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q2 1:55 · ATL 15 · Score 7-14
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-1-P.McAfee. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q3 9:45 · IND 3 · Score 7-20
(9:45) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 85-L.Hankerson for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q3 9:38 · IND 15 · Score 7-21
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q3 0:15 · ATL 2 · Score 13-21
(:15) (Shotgun) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass short right to 44-A.Bradshaw for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q3 0:10 · ATL 15 · Score 14-21
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-1-P.McAfee. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q4 10:14 · IND 99 · Score 20-21
(10:14) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle intended for 83-J.Tamme INTERCEPTED by 52-D.Jackson at ATL 6. 52-D.Jackson for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q4 10:07 · ATL 15 · Score 21-21
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-1-P.McAfee. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q4 0:57 · ATL 25 · Score 24-21
(:57) 4-A.Vinatieri 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-1-P.McAfee.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Indianapolis Colts earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- One-score margin — verify garbage-time stats before drawing fantasy conclusions.
- Justin Jones (Atlanta Falcons) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- Matt Ryan (ATL) finished below expected efficiency despite volume.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Indianapolis Colts vs Atlanta Falcons on 2015-11-22?
The Indianapolis Colts beat the Atlanta Falcons 24-21 in Week 11, 2015.
What was the score by quarter in Indianapolis Colts vs Atlanta Falcons?
Q1: Indianapolis Colts 0, Atlanta Falcons 7; Q2: Indianapolis Colts 7, Atlanta Falcons 7; Q3: Indianapolis Colts 7, Atlanta Falcons 7; Q4: Indianapolis Colts 10, Atlanta Falcons 0; Final: Indianapolis Colts 24, Atlanta Falcons 21.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Indianapolis Colts vs Atlanta Falcons?
Atlanta Falcons touchdown — P. DiMarco (M. Ryan pass) (Q1 0:10) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — P. DiMarco (M. Ryan pass) (Q2 9:00) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — A. Bradshaw (M. Hasselbeck pass) (Q2 2:00) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — L. Hankerson (M. Ryan pass) (Q3 9:45) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — A. Bradshaw (M. Hasselbeck pass) (Q3 0:15) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — D. Jackson (Q4 10:14) Indianapolis Colts field goal — A. Vinatieri (Q4 0:57, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Indianapolis Colts vs Atlanta Falcons?
Matt Ryan (Atlanta Falcons), 48.1% completion, -9.6% CPOE, -0.01 EPA per dropback, -0.50 total passing EPA. M. Hasselbeck (Indianapolis Colts), 59.0% completion, +5.2% CPOE, +0.09 EPA per dropback, +3.51 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Indianapolis Colts vs Atlanta Falcons?
Justin Jones (Atlanta Falcons) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +6.11 total EPA on Receiving plays. across 15 snaps. Their top snap (+2.64 EPA): (13:09) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 11-J.Jones pushed ob at IND 47 for 36 yards (42-C.Geathers)..
Was Indianapolis Colts vs Atlanta Falcons a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Indianapolis Colts won 24-21 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Indianapolis Colts
Entered 4-5 Now 5-5 W
Atlanta Falcons
Entered 6-3 Now 6-4 L
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