Game story
In Week 10 of the 2007 NFL season on 2007-11-11, the Los Angeles Chargers took care of business against the Indianapolis Colts, pulling away with a 23–21 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 16 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts) paced the passing game, with +2.80 total EPA, and +1.6% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, R. Wayne (Indianapolis Colts) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +11.23 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-43.0% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Indianapolis Colts changed the game: (1:34) 4-A.Vinatieri 29 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis Colts | 0 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| Los Angeles Chargers | 16 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 R. Wayne · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +11.23 total EPA · 10 snaps · +1.12 EPA/play
- 2 B. Fletcher · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +6.08 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.68 EPA/play
- 3 A. Moorehead · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +5.11 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.28 EPA/play
- 4 C. Thorpe · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +4.08 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.82 EPA/play
- 5 L. Naanee · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +3.73 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.87 EPA/play
- 6 B. Utecht · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +3.45 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.15 EPA/play
- 7 V. Jackson · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +3.09 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.54 EPA/play
- 8 A. Gates · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +2.96 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.99 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
R. Wayne — IND · Receiving
R. Wayne posted the highest total EPA (+11.23) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Indianapolis Colts's efficiency. Across 10 counted snaps, they averaged +1.12 EPA per play.
The signature play (+6.19 EPA) came from Los Angeles Chargers: 4-A.Vinatieri kicks 59 yards from IND 30 to LAC 11. 43-D.Sproles for 89 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 Chargers — D. Sproles
- Los Angeles Chargers — D. Sproles
- Los Angeles Chargers — L. Tomlinson
- Indianapolis Colts — R. Wayne (P. Manning pass)
- Indianapolis Colts — K. Keith (P. Manning pass)
- Indianapolis Colts — P. Rivers
Field goals
- Los Angeles Chargers — N. Kaeding
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 16–0. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the IND 30 (Q1 60:00) — 4-A.Vinatieri kicks 59 yards from IND 30 to LAC 11. 43-D.Sproles for 89 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q1 59:47) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the IND 15 (Q1 52:17) — (7:17) 10-N.Kaeding 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LAC 95 (Q1 51:07) — (6:07) 17-H.Smith punts 40 yards to IND 45, Center-48-J.Snow. 43-D.Sproles for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the IND 4 (Q2 38:51) — (8:51) 21-L.Tomlinson right end for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q2 38:47) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the LAC 8 (Q2 32:47) — (2:47) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short middle to 87-R.Wayne for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q2 32:42) — 4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith..
The fourth quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 14–0. Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the LAC 7 (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short middle to 36-K.Keith for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts registered a safety from the LAC 2 (Q4 14:53); Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the IND 92 (Q4 14:38) — (14:38) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers sacked at LAC 0 for -8 yards. FUMBLES, RECOVERED by IND-58-G.Brackett at LAC 0. TOUCHDOWN..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 1:34) — (1:34) 4-A.Vinatieri 29 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 6:00) — (6:00) 17-P.Rivers pass short right intended for 85-A.Gates INTERCEPTED by 55-C.Session at LAC 45. 55-C.Session to LAC 42 for 3 yards (79-M.Goff).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 60:00) — 4-A.Vinatieri kicks 59 yards from IND 30 to LAC 11. 43-D.Sproles for 89 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 14:38) — (14:38) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers sacked at LAC 0 for -8 yards. FUMBLES, RECOVERED by IND-58-G.Brackett at LAC 0. TOUCHDOWN.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 0:09) — (:09) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass deep left INTERCEPTED by 42-C.Hart at LAC 22. 42-C.Hart to LAC 22 for no gain (85-A.Moorehead).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 60:00) — 4-A.Vinatieri kicks 59 yards from IND 30 to LAC 11. 43-D.Sproles for 89 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 54:35) — (9:35) 18-P.Manning pass short left intended for 81-B.Fletcher INTERCEPTED by 95-S.Phillips at 50. 95-S.Phillips to IND 32 for 18 yards (87-R.Wayne).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 14:38) — (14:38) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers sacked at LAC 0 for -8 yards. FUMBLES, RECOVERED by IND-58-G.Brackett at LAC 0. TOUCHDOWN.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q3 26:00) — (11:00) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short middle intended for 85-A.Moorehead INTERCEPTED by 57-M.Wilhelm at LAC 23. 57-M.Wilhelm to LAC 27 for 4 yards (81-B.Fletcher).
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) · 61 dropbacks · 55.7% completion · +1.6% CPOE · +0.05 EPA/play · +2.80 total EPA
- P.Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) · 26 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · -8.1% CPOE · -0.56 EPA/play · -14.53 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Indianapolis Colts | Los Angeles Chargers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.105 | -0.164 |
| Offensive success rate | 43.3% | 37.9% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.046 | -0.573 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.224 | -0.103 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.164 | +0.105 |
| Defensive success rate | 62.1% | 56.7% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Indianapolis Colts generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.10 vs -0.16), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Indianapolis Colts: 13 drives, -10.89 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Los Angeles Chargers: 13 drives, -10.86 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Los Angeles Chargers leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- One-score margin — fantasy managers should double-check garbage-time stats before drawing conclusions.
- R. Wayne (Indianapolis Colts) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- P. Rivers (LAC) 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 Chargers TD (+6) — Q1 60:00 · IND 30 · Score 0-6
4-A.Vinatieri kicks 59 yards from IND 30 to LAC 11. 43-D.Sproles for 89 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q1 59:47 · IND 2 · Score 0-7
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q1 52:17 · IND 15 · Score 0-10
(7:17) 10-N.Kaeding 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q1 51:07 · LAC 95 · Score 0-16
(6:07) 17-H.Smith punts 40 yards to IND 45, Center-48-J.Snow. 43-D.Sproles for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q2 38:51 · IND 4 · Score 0-22
(8:51) 21-L.Tomlinson right end for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q2 38:47 · IND 2 · Score 0-23
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q2 32:47 · LAC 8 · Score 6-23
(2:47) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short middle to 87-R.Wayne for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q2 32:42 · LAC 2 · Score 7-23
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q4 15:00 · LAC 7 · Score 13-23
(15:00) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short middle to 36-K.Keith for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts Safety (+2) — Q4 14:53 · LAC 2 · Score 15-23
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 18-P.Manning pass to 81-B.Fletcher is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. PENALTY on LAC-31-A.Cromartie, Defensive Holding, 5 yards, enfor - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q4 14:38 · IND 92 · Score 21-23
(14:38) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers sacked at LAC 0 for -8 yards. FUMBLES, RECOVERED by IND-58-G.Brackett at LAC 0. TOUCHDOWN.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Indianapolis Colts vs Los Angeles Chargers?
The Los Angeles Chargers beat the Indianapolis Colts 23-21 in Week 10, 2007 on 2007-11-11.
What was the final score of Indianapolis Colts vs Los Angeles Chargers?
The final score was Indianapolis Colts 21, Los Angeles Chargers 23 (IND 21-23 LAC) in Week 10, 2007 on 2007-11-11.
What was the score by quarter in Indianapolis Colts vs Los Angeles Chargers?
Q1: Indianapolis Colts 0, Los Angeles Chargers 16; Q2: Indianapolis Colts 7, Los Angeles Chargers 7; Q4: Indianapolis Colts 14, Los Angeles Chargers 0; Final: Indianapolis Colts 21, Los Angeles Chargers 23.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Indianapolis Colts vs Los Angeles Chargers?
Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — D. Sproles (Q1 60:00) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — D. Sproles (Q1 51:07) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — L. Tomlinson (Q2 38:51) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — R. Wayne (P. Manning pass) (Q2 32:47) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — K. Keith (P. Manning pass) (Q4 15:00) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — P. Rivers (Q4 14:38) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — N. Kaeding (Q1 52:17, 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 Chargers?
P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts), 55.7% completion, +1.6% CPOE, +0.05 EPA per dropback, +2.80 total passing EPA. P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers), 50.0% completion, -8.1% CPOE, -0.56 EPA per dropback, -14.53 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Indianapolis Colts vs Los Angeles Chargers?
R. Wayne (Indianapolis Colts) led the game in total EPA with +11.23 on receiving plays. across 10 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+6.19 EPA): 4-A.Vinatieri kicks 59 yards from IND 30 to LAC 11. 43-D.Sproles for 89 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -43.0%.
Was Indianapolis Colts vs Los Angeles Chargers a close game?
Yes — the margin was 2 points. Los Angeles Chargers won 23-21 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Indianapolis Colts
Entered 7-1 Now 7-2 L
Los Angeles Chargers
Entered 4-4 Now 5-4 W
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