Game story
In Week 1 of the 2005 NFL season on 2005-09-11, the Indianapolis Colts took care of business against the Baltimore Ravens, pulling away with a 24–7 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts) paced the passing game, with +9.24 total EPA.
On the individual side, P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +9.24 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+10.8% win probability) landed in the third quarter when Indianapolis Colts changed the game: (8:48) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 88-M.Harrison for 28 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis Colts | 3 | 14 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Baltimore Ravens | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 P. Manning · Indianapolis Colts · Passing · +9.24 total EPA · 38 snaps · +0.24 EPA/play
- 2 D. Mason · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +8.55 total EPA · 8 snaps · +1.07 EPA/play
- 3 D. Wilcox · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +7.25 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.91 EPA/play
- 4 M. Harrison · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +6.31 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.05 EPA/play
- 5 B. Stokley · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +5.29 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.76 EPA/play
- 6 R. Wayne · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +3.86 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.97 EPA/play
- 7 B. Utecht · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +3.21 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.21 EPA/play
- 8 C. Moore · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +2.95 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.47 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
P. Manning — IND · Passing
P. Manning posted the highest total EPA (+9.24) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Indianapolis Colts's efficiency. Across 38 counted snaps, they averaged +0.24 EPA per play.
The signature play (-7.75 EPA) came from Baltimore Ravens: (2:44) (Shotgun) 2-A.Wright pass intended for 83-D.Wilcox INTERCEPTED by 59-C.June at BAL 30. 59-C.June for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Indianapolis Colts — M. Harrison (P. Manning pass)
- Indianapolis Colts — B. Utecht (P. Manning pass)
- Indianapolis Colts — C. June
- Baltimore Ravens — D. Wilcox (A. Wright pass)
Field goals
- Indianapolis Colts — M. Vanderjagt
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The second quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 3–0. Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the BAL 2 (Q2 30:18) — (:18) 13-M.Vanderjagt 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith..
The third quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 14–0. Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the BAL 28 (Q3 23:48) — (8:48) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 88-M.Harrison for 28 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the BAL 2 (Q3 23:43) — 13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.; Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the BAL 26 (Q3 20:14) — (5:14) 18-P.Manning pass to 47-B.Utecht for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the BAL 2 (Q3 20:08) — 13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the IND 77 (Q4 2:44) — (2:44) (Shotgun) 2-A.Wright pass intended for 83-D.Wilcox INTERCEPTED by 59-C.June at BAL 30. 59-C.June for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the BAL 2 (Q4 2:39) — 13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.; Baltimore Ravens found the end zone from the IND 17 (Q4 0:20) — (:20) (Shotgun) 2-A.Wright pass to 83-D.Wilcox for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Baltimore Ravens added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q4 0:13) — 3-M.Stover extra point is GOOD, Center-70-M.Katula, Holder-15-D.Zastudil..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q3 23:48) — (8:48) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 88-M.Harrison for 28 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q3 27:20) — (12:20) 3-M.Stover 47 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-70-M.Katula, Holder-15-D.Zastudil.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q1 48:56) — (3:56) 3-M.Stover 38 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-70-M.Katula, Holder-15-D.Zastudil.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q2 32:53) — (2:53) 18-P.Manning pass to 83-B.Stokley to BAL 28 for 28 yards (20-E.Reed).
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 53:04) — (8:04) 32-E.James left guard to BAL 34 for no gain (52-R.Lewis, 92-M.Kemoeatu).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q4 2:44) — (2:44) (Shotgun) 2-A.Wright pass intended for 83-D.Wilcox INTERCEPTED by 59-C.June at BAL 30. 59-C.June for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q4 1:55) — (1:55) 2-A.Wright sacked at IND 40 for -8 yards (98-R.Mathis). FUMBLES (98-R.Mathis), RECOVERED by IND-79-R.Brock at IND 44. 79-R.Brock to BAL 41 for 15 yards (75-J.Ogden, 29-C.Taylor).
- Baltimore Ravens (Q4 8:31) — (8:31) (Shotgun) 2-A.Wright pass intended for 89-M.Clayton INTERCEPTED by 58-G.Brackett at IND 1. 58-G.Brackett to IND 32 for 31 yards (68-K.Vincent).
- Baltimore Ravens (Q4 0:20) — (:20) (Shotgun) 2-A.Wright pass to 83-D.Wilcox for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
P.Manning led all passers in efficiency for Indianapolis Colts, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- P.Manning (Indianapolis Colts) · 38 dropbacks · 55.3% completion · +0.24 EPA/play · +9.24 total EPA
- A.Wright (Baltimore Ravens) · 33 dropbacks · 57.6% completion · -0.16 EPA/play · -5.13 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Indianapolis Colts | Baltimore Ravens |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.030 | -0.183 |
| Offensive success rate | 45.1% | 37.8% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.243 | -0.197 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.137 | -0.095 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.183 | -0.030 |
| Defensive success rate | 62.2% | 54.9% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Indianapolis Colts generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.03 vs -0.18), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Baltimore Ravens: 13 drives, -17.91 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Indianapolis Colts: 13 drives, +2.44 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Indianapolis Colts leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts) 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.
- Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q2 30:18 · BAL 2 · Score 3-0
(:18) 13-M.Vanderjagt 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q3 23:48 · BAL 28 · Score 9-0
(8:48) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 88-M.Harrison for 28 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q3 23:43 · BAL 2 · Score 10-0
13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q3 20:14 · BAL 26 · Score 16-0
(5:14) 18-P.Manning pass to 47-B.Utecht for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q3 20:08 · BAL 2 · Score 17-0
13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q4 2:44 · IND 77 · Score 23-0
(2:44) (Shotgun) 2-A.Wright pass intended for 83-D.Wilcox INTERCEPTED by 59-C.June at BAL 30. 59-C.June for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q4 2:39 · BAL 2 · Score 24-0
13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Baltimore Ravens TD (+6) — Q4 0:20 · IND 17 · Score 24-6
(:20) (Shotgun) 2-A.Wright pass to 83-D.Wilcox for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Baltimore Ravens XP (+1) — Q4 0:13 · IND 2 · Score 24-7
3-M.Stover extra point is GOOD, Center-70-M.Katula, Holder-15-D.Zastudil.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Indianapolis Colts vs Baltimore Ravens?
The Indianapolis Colts beat the Baltimore Ravens 24-7 in Week 1, 2005 on 2005-09-11.
What was the final score of Indianapolis Colts vs Baltimore Ravens?
The final score was Indianapolis Colts 24, Baltimore Ravens 7 (IND 24-7 BAL) in Week 1, 2005 on 2005-09-11.
What was the score by quarter in Indianapolis Colts vs Baltimore Ravens?
Q2: Indianapolis Colts 3, Baltimore Ravens 0; Q3: Indianapolis Colts 14, Baltimore Ravens 0; Q4: Indianapolis Colts 7, Baltimore Ravens 7; Final: Indianapolis Colts 24, Baltimore Ravens 7.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Indianapolis Colts vs Baltimore Ravens?
Indianapolis Colts touchdown — M. Harrison (P. Manning pass) (Q3 23:48) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — B. Utecht (P. Manning pass) (Q3 20:14) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — C. June (Q4 2:44) Baltimore Ravens touchdown — D. Wilcox (A. Wright pass) (Q4 0:20) Indianapolis Colts field goal — M. Vanderjagt (Q2 30:18, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Indianapolis Colts vs Baltimore Ravens?
P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts), 55.3% completion, +0.24 EPA per dropback, +9.24 total passing EPA. A. Wright (Baltimore Ravens), 57.6% completion, -0.16 EPA per dropback, -5.13 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Indianapolis Colts vs Baltimore Ravens?
P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts) led the game in total EPA with +9.24 on passing plays. across 38 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-7.75 EPA): (2:44) (Shotgun) 2-A.Wright pass intended for 83-D.Wilcox INTERCEPTED by 59-C.June at BAL 30. 59-C.June for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +10.8%.
Season records after this game
Indianapolis Colts
Now 1-0 W
Baltimore Ravens
Now 0-1 L
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