Game story
In Week 13 of the 2019 NFL season on 2019-12-01, the Los Angeles Rams took care of business against the Arizona Cardinals, pulling away with a 34–7 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 +23.38 total EPA, and +8.0% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +23.38 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-9.1% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Arizona Cardinals changed the game: (4:10) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray sacked at ARI 47 for -12 yards (56-D.Fowler).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Rams | 3 | 17 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| Arizona Cardinals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 J. Goff · Los Angeles Rams · Passing · +23.38 total EPA · 45 snaps · +0.52 EPA/play
- 2 R. Woods · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +9.06 total EPA · 18 snaps · +0.50 EPA/play
- 3 T. Higbee · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +7.90 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.99 EPA/play
- 4 C. Kupp · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +6.05 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.01 EPA/play
- 5 B. Cooks · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.10 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.05 EPA/play
- 6 K. Murray · Arizona Cardinals · Rushing · +1.81 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.91 EPA/play
- 7 T. Gurley · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +1.37 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.37 EPA/play
- 8 C. Clay · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +0.94 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.47 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 (+23.38) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Rams's efficiency. Across 45 counted snaps, they averaged +0.52 EPA per play.
The signature play (-7.90 EPA) came from Arizona Cardinals: (8:39) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray pass short right intended for 11-L.Fitzgerald INTERCEPTED by 24-T.Rapp at ARI 31. 24-T.Rapp for 31 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. Higbee (J. Goff pass)
- Los Angeles Rams — T. Gurley
- Los Angeles Rams — C. Kupp (J. Goff pass)
- Los Angeles Rams — T. Rapp
- Arizona Cardinals — K. Murray
Field goals
- 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 3–0. Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the ARI 9 (Q1 55:00) — (10:00) 4-G.Zuerlein 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker..
The second quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 17–0. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the ARI 2 (Q2 44:22) — (14:22) 16-J.Goff pass short left to 89-T.Higbee for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the ARI 15 (Q2 44:17) — 4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.; Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the ARI 1 (Q2 32:48) — (2:48) (No Huddle) 30-T.Gurley up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the ARI 15 (Q2 32:41) — 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 ARI 15 (Q2 30:04) — (:04) 4-G.Zuerlein 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker..
The third quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 14–0. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the ARI 10 (Q3 23:49) — (8:49) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short right to 18-C.Kupp for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the ARI 15 (Q3 23:44) — 4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.; Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the LA 75 (Q3 23:39); Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the ARI 15 (Q3 23:28) — 4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker..
The fourth quarter: Arizona Cardinals won the period 7–0. Arizona Cardinals found the end zone from the LA 15 (Q4 8:43) — (8:43) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray left end for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Arizona Cardinals added 1 points from the LA 15 (Q4 8:35) — 5-Z.Gonzalez extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-4-A.Lee..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q1 49:10) — (4:10) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray sacked at ARI 47 for -12 yards (56-D.Fowler).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 58:12) — (13:12) (No Huddle) 16-J.Goff pass short left to 17-R.Woods ran ob at ARI 29 for 14 yards.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 50:59) — (5:59) 4-G.Zuerlein 41 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 40:13) — (10:13) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short middle to 89-T.Higbee to LA 36 for 25 yards (32-B.Baker).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 45:42) — (:42) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short left to 18-C.Kupp pushed ob at ARI 15 for 14 yards (20-T.Brock Sr.).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q3 23:39) — (8:39) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray pass short right intended for 11-L.Fitzgerald INTERCEPTED by 24-T.Rapp at ARI 31. 24-T.Rapp for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 13:58) — (13:58) (No Huddle) 30-T.Gurley left tackle to ARI 20 for -1 yards (59-J.Walker).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q3 25:53) — (10:53) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short left to 17-R.Woods pushed ob at ARI 43 for 48 yards (34-J.Thompson). ARI-34-J.Thompson was injured during the play.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 50:59) — (5:59) 4-G.Zuerlein 41 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.
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) · 45 dropbacks · 71.1% completion · +8.0% CPOE · +0.52 EPA/play · +23.38 total EPA
- K.Murray (Arizona Cardinals) · 44 dropbacks · 43.2% completion · -18.5% CPOE · -0.49 EPA/play · -21.38 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Los Angeles Rams | Arizona Cardinals |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.083 | -0.327 |
| Offensive success rate | 48.4% | 29.5% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.467 | -0.486 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.217 | -0.204 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.327 | -0.083 |
| Defensive success rate | 70.5% | 51.6% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Los Angeles Rams generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.08 vs -0.33), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Arizona Cardinals: 12 drives, -25.51 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Los Angeles Rams: 12 drives, +7.86 total EPA, 5 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.
- K. Murray (ARI) 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 55:00 · ARI 9 · Score 3-0
(10:00) 4-G.Zuerlein 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q2 44:22 · ARI 2 · Score 9-0
(14:22) 16-J.Goff pass short left to 89-T.Higbee for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q2 44:17 · ARI 15 · Score 10-0
4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q2 32:48 · ARI 1 · Score 16-0
(2:48) (No Huddle) 30-T.Gurley up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q2 32:41 · ARI 15 · Score 17-0
4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q2 30:04 · ARI 15 · Score 20-0
(:04) 4-G.Zuerlein 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q3 23:49 · ARI 10 · Score 26-0
(8:49) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short right to 18-C.Kupp for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q3 23:44 · ARI 15 · Score 27-0
4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q3 23:39 · LA 75 · Score 33-0
(8:39) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray pass short right intended for 11-L.Fitzgerald INTERCEPTED by 24-T.Rapp at ARI 31. 24-T.Rapp for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q3 23:28 · ARI 15 · Score 34-0
4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Arizona Cardinals TD (+6) — Q4 8:43 · LA 15 · Score 34-6
(8:43) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray left end for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Arizona Cardinals XP (+1) — Q4 8:35 · LA 15 · Score 34-7
5-Z.Gonzalez extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-4-A.Lee.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Los Angeles Rams vs Arizona Cardinals?
The Los Angeles Rams beat the Arizona Cardinals 34-7 in Week 13, 2019 on 2019-12-01.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Rams vs Arizona Cardinals?
The final score was Los Angeles Rams 34, Arizona Cardinals 7 (LA 34-7 ARI) in Week 13, 2019 on 2019-12-01.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Rams vs Arizona Cardinals?
Q1: Los Angeles Rams 3, Arizona Cardinals 0; Q2: Los Angeles Rams 17, Arizona Cardinals 0; Q3: Los Angeles Rams 14, Arizona Cardinals 0; Q4: Los Angeles Rams 0, Arizona Cardinals 7; Final: Los Angeles Rams 34, Arizona Cardinals 7.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Rams vs Arizona Cardinals?
Los Angeles Rams touchdown — T. Higbee (J. Goff pass) (Q2 44:22) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — T. Gurley (Q2 32:48) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — C. Kupp (J. Goff pass) (Q3 23:49) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — T. Rapp (Q3 23:39) Arizona Cardinals touchdown — K. Murray (Q4 8:43) Los Angeles Rams field goal — G. Zuerlein (Q1 55:00, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — G. Zuerlein (Q2 30:04, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Los Angeles Rams vs Arizona Cardinals?
J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams), 71.1% completion, +8.0% CPOE, +0.52 EPA per dropback, +23.38 total passing EPA. K. Murray (Arizona Cardinals), 43.2% completion, -18.5% CPOE, -0.49 EPA per dropback, -21.38 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Rams vs Arizona Cardinals?
J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams) led the game in total EPA with +23.38 on passing plays. across 45 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-7.90 EPA): (8:39) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray pass short right intended for 11-L.Fitzgerald INTERCEPTED by 24-T.Rapp at ARI 31. 24-T.Rapp for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -9.1%.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Rams
Entered 6-5 Now 7-5 W
Arizona Cardinals
Entered 3-7 Now 3-8 L
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