Game story
In Week 1 of the 2017 NFL season on 2017-09-10, the Los Angeles Rams took care of business against the Indianapolis Colts, pulling away with a 46–9 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams) paced the passing game, with +10.69 total EPA, and +7.9% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +10.69 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-13.5% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Indianapolis Colts changed the game: (11:21) (Shotgun) 16-S.Tolzien pass short left intended for 13-T.Hilton INTERCEPTED by 22-T.Johnson [90-M.Brockers] at IND 39. 22-T.Johnson for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis Colts | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 9 |
| Los Angeles Rams | 10 | 17 | 10 | 9 | 0 | 46 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 J. Goff · Los Angeles Rams · Passing · +10.69 total EPA · 30 snaps · +0.36 EPA/play
- 2 C. Kupp · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +5.22 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.87 EPA/play
- 3 S. Watkins · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +4.45 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.89 EPA/play
- 4 G. Everett · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.93 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.93 EPA/play
- 5 M. Mack · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +2.35 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.35 EPA/play
- 6 J. Brissett · Indianapolis Colts · Passing · +2.14 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.71 EPA/play
- 7 R. Woods · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.14 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.43 EPA/play
- 8 T. Higbee · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +1.20 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.40 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
J. Goff — LA · Passing
J. Goff posted the highest total EPA (+10.69) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Rams's efficiency. Across 30 counted snaps, they averaged +0.36 EPA per play.
The signature play (-7.77 EPA) came from Indianapolis Colts: (7:23) (Shotgun) 16-S.Tolzien pass short left intended for 13-T.Hilton INTERCEPTED by 20-L.Joyner at IND 29. 20-L.Joyner for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Los Angeles Rams — T. Johnson
- Los Angeles Rams — T. Gurley
- Los Angeles Rams — C. Kupp (J. Goff pass)
- Los Angeles Rams — L. Joyner
- Indianapolis Colts — M. Mack
- Los Angeles Rams — M. Brown
Field goals
- Los Angeles Rams — G. Zuerlein
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Vinatieri
- Los Angeles Rams — G. Zuerlein
- Los Angeles Rams — G. Zuerlein
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 10–3. Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the IND 32 (Q1 57:48) — (12:48) 4-G.Zuerlein 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.; Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the LA 75 (Q1 56:21); Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the IND 15 (Q1 56:10) — 4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.; Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the LA 2 (Q1 51:25) — (6:25) 4-A.Vinatieri 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-L.Rhodes, Holder-2-R.Sanchez..
The second quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 17–0. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the IND 5 (Q2 39:44); Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the IND 15 (Q2 39:37) — 4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.; Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the IND 18 (Q2 35:27) — (5:27) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass deep middle to 18-C.Kupp for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the IND 15 (Q2 35:20) — 4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.; Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the IND 17 (Q2 30:22) — (:22) 4-G.Zuerlein 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker..
The third quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 10–0. Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the IND 26 (Q3 22:28) — (7:28) 4-G.Zuerlein 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.; Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the LA 75 (Q3 22:23); Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the IND 15 (Q3 22:15) — 4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 9–6. Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the LA 3 (Q4 11:36) — (11:36) (Shotgun) 25-M.Mack up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams registered a safety from the LA 90 (Q4 9:29); Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the IND 3 (Q4 4:33) — (4:33) (Shotgun) 34-M.Brown left guard for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the IND 15 (Q4 4:28) — 4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 56:21) — (11:21) (Shotgun) 16-S.Tolzien pass short left intended for 13-T.Hilton INTERCEPTED by 22-T.Johnson [90-M.Brockers] at IND 39. 22-T.Johnson for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 45:46) — (:46) (Shotgun) 16-S.Tolzien pass short left to 13-T.Hilton to IND 34 for 9 yards (22-T.Johnson). FUMBLES (22-T.Johnson), RECOVERED by LA-22-T.Johnson at IND 34. 22-T.Johnson to IND 34 for no gain (10
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 40:58) — (10:58) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass deep left to 81-G.Everett to IND 6 for 39 yards (57-J.Bostic).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 57:53) — (12:53) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass incomplete short left to 18-C.Kupp [96-H.Anderson].
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 41:49) — (11:49) 16-J.Goff pass deep left to 18-C.Kupp to IND 45 for 24 yards (41-M.Farley).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q3 22:23) — (7:23) (Shotgun) 16-S.Tolzien pass short left intended for 13-T.Hilton INTERCEPTED by 20-L.Joyner at IND 29. 20-L.Joyner for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 56:21) — (11:21) (Shotgun) 16-S.Tolzien pass short left intended for 13-T.Hilton INTERCEPTED by 22-T.Johnson [90-M.Brockers] at IND 39. 22-T.Johnson for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q3 28:40) — (13:40) 2-R.Sanchez punts 49 yards to LA 17, Center-46-L.Rhodes. 11-T.Austin MUFFS catch, RECOVERED by IND-59-J.George at LA 24. 59-J.George to LA 24 for no gain (50-S.Ebukam). Penalty on LA-58-C.Litt
- Indianapolis Colts (Q3 27:08) — (12:08) 4-A.Vinatieri 38 yard field goal is No Good, Hit Left Upright, Center-46-L.Rhodes, Holder-2-R.Sanchez.
Quarterback report card
J.Goff led all passers in efficiency for Los Angeles Rams, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Goff (Los Angeles Rams) · 30 dropbacks · 70.0% completion · +7.9% CPOE · +0.36 EPA/play · +10.69 total EPA
- S.Tolzien (Indianapolis Colts) · 24 dropbacks · 37.5% completion · -10.4% CPOE · -1.16 EPA/play · -27.76 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Indianapolis Colts | Los Angeles Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.402 | +0.123 |
| Offensive success rate | 30.4% | 45.5% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.949 | +0.340 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.134 | -0.224 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.123 | +0.402 |
| Defensive success rate | 54.5% | 69.6% |
By the numbers
Los Angeles Rams held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.12 vs -0.40), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Indianapolis Colts: 15 drives, -27.77 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Los Angeles Rams: 14 drives, +10.84 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Los Angeles Rams leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- J. Goff (LA) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
- S. Tolzien (IND) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q1 57:48 · IND 32 · Score 0-3
(12:48) 4-G.Zuerlein 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q1 56:21 · LA 75 · Score 0-9
(11:21) (Shotgun) 16-S.Tolzien pass short left intended for 13-T.Hilton INTERCEPTED by 22-T.Johnson [90-M.Brockers] at IND 39. 22-T.Johnson for 39 yards, TOUCHD - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q1 56:10 · IND 15 · Score 0-10
4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q1 51:25 · LA 2 · Score 3-10
(6:25) 4-A.Vinatieri 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-L.Rhodes, Holder-2-R.Sanchez. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q2 39:44 · IND 5 · Score 3-16
(9:44) (Shotgun) 30-T.Gurley up the middle for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the score ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the fie - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q2 39:37 · IND 15 · Score 3-17
4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q2 35:27 · IND 18 · Score 3-23
(5:27) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass deep middle to 18-C.Kupp for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q2 35:20 · IND 15 · Score 3-24
4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q2 30:22 · IND 17 · Score 3-27
(:22) 4-G.Zuerlein 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q3 22:28 · IND 26 · Score 3-30
(7:28) 4-G.Zuerlein 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q3 22:23 · LA 75 · Score 3-36
(7:23) (Shotgun) 16-S.Tolzien pass short left intended for 13-T.Hilton INTERCEPTED by 20-L.Joyner at IND 29. 20-L.Joyner for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q3 22:15 · IND 15 · Score 3-37
4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q4 11:36 · LA 3 · Score 9-37
(11:36) (Shotgun) 25-M.Mack up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams Safety (+2) — Q4 9:29 · LA 90 · Score 9-39
(9:29) 25-M.Mack left tackle to IND 7 for -3 yards (58-C.Littleton). FUMBLES (58-C.Littleton), recovered by IND-7-J.Brissett at IND -3. 7-J.Brissett tackled in - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q4 4:33 · IND 3 · Score 9-45
(4:33) (Shotgun) 34-M.Brown left guard for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q4 4:28 · IND 15 · Score 9-46
4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Indianapolis Colts vs Los Angeles Rams?
The Los Angeles Rams beat the Indianapolis Colts 46-9 in Week 1, 2017 on 2017-09-10.
What was the final score of Indianapolis Colts vs Los Angeles Rams?
The final score was Indianapolis Colts 9, Los Angeles Rams 46 (IND 9-46 LA) in Week 1, 2017 on 2017-09-10.
What was the score by quarter in Indianapolis Colts vs Los Angeles Rams?
Q1: Indianapolis Colts 3, Los Angeles Rams 10; Q2: Indianapolis Colts 0, Los Angeles Rams 17; Q3: Indianapolis Colts 0, Los Angeles Rams 10; Q4: Indianapolis Colts 6, Los Angeles Rams 9; Final: Indianapolis Colts 9, Los Angeles Rams 46.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Indianapolis Colts vs Los Angeles Rams?
Los Angeles Rams touchdown — T. Johnson (Q1 56:21) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — T. Gurley (Q2 39:44) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — C. Kupp (J. Goff pass) (Q2 35:27) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — L. Joyner (Q3 22:23) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — M. Mack (Q4 11:36) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — M. Brown (Q4 4:33) Los Angeles Rams field goal — G. Zuerlein (Q1 57:48, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — A. Vinatieri (Q1 51:25, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — G. Zuerlein (Q2 30:22, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — G. Zuerlein (Q3 22:28, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Indianapolis Colts vs Los Angeles Rams?
J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams), 70.0% completion, +7.9% CPOE, +0.36 EPA per dropback, +10.69 total passing EPA. S. Tolzien (Indianapolis Colts), 37.5% completion, -10.4% CPOE, -1.16 EPA per dropback, -27.76 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Indianapolis Colts vs Los Angeles Rams?
J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams) led the game in total EPA with +10.69 on passing plays. across 30 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-7.77 EPA): (7:23) (Shotgun) 16-S.Tolzien pass short left intended for 13-T.Hilton INTERCEPTED by 20-L.Joyner at IND 29. 20-L.Joyner for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -13.5%.
Season records after this game
Indianapolis Colts
Now 0-1 L
Los Angeles Rams
Now 1-0 W
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