Game story
In Week 7 of the 2019 NFL season on 2019-10-20, the Los Angeles Rams took care of business against the Atlanta Falcons, pulling away with a 37–10 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams) paced the passing game, with +15.33 total EPA, and -3.7% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +15.33 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-13.7% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Los Angeles Rams changed the game: (5:11) 4-G.Zuerlein 40 yard field goal is No Good, Hit Left Upright, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Rams | 3 | 10 | 14 | 10 | 0 | 37 |
| Atlanta Falcons | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 10 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 J. Goff · Los Angeles Rams · Passing · +15.33 total EPA · 39 snaps · +0.39 EPA/play
- 2 R. Woods · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +8.04 total EPA · 7 snaps · +1.15 EPA/play
- 3 M. Schaub · Atlanta Falcons · Passing · +5.31 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.88 EPA/play
- 4 A. Hooper · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +4.70 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.94 EPA/play
- 5 J. Hekker · Los Angeles Rams · Passing · +3.90 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.90 EPA/play
- 6 N. Scott · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +3.90 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.90 EPA/play
- 7 T. Gurley · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.47 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.47 EPA/play
- 8 B. Cooks · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.17 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.31 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 (+15.33) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Rams's efficiency. Across 39 counted snaps, they averaged +0.39 EPA per play.
The signature play (+6.38 EPA) came from Los Angeles Rams: (:28) 6-J.Hekker punts 32 yards to ATL 11, Center-44-J.McQuaide. 83-R.Gage to ATL 11 for no gain (51-T.Reeder). FUMBLES (51-T.Reeder), touched at ATL 5, RECOVERED by LA-31-D.Williams at ATL 0. 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. Gurley (J. Goff pass)
- Los Angeles Rams — G. Everett (J. Goff pass)
- Los Angeles Rams — J. Goff
- Atlanta Falcons — A. Hooper (M. Schaub pass)
- Los Angeles Rams — J. Hekker
Field goals
- Atlanta Falcons — M. Bryant
- Los Angeles Rams — G. Zuerlein
- 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: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Atlanta Falcons connected on a field goal from the LA 34 (Q1 56:28) — (11:28) 3-M.Bryant 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-8-M.Schaub.; Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the ATL 37 (Q1 46:47) — (1:47) 4-G.Zuerlein 55 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker..
The second quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 10–0. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the ATL 13 (Q2 41:22) — (11:22) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short right to 30-T.Gurley for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the ATL 15 (Q2 41:16) — 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 ATL 7 (Q2 32:00) — (2:00) 4-G.Zuerlein 25 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 ATL 8 (Q3 25:40) — (10:40) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short left to 81-G.Everett for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the ATL 15 (Q3 25:35) — 4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.; Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the ATL 1 (Q3 21:39) — (6:39) 16-J.Goff left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the ATL 20 (Q3 21:34) — 4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 10–7. Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the ATL 2 (Q4 5:46) — (5:46) 4-G.Zuerlein 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.; Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the LA 10 (Q4 2:41) — (2:41) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 8-M.Schaub pass short middle to 81-A.Hooper for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the LA 15 (Q4 2:36) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-8-M.Schaub.; Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the ATL 43 (Q4 0:28); Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the ATL 15 (Q4 0:11) — 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.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 50:11) — (5:11) 4-G.Zuerlein 40 yard field goal is No Good, Hit Left Upright, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 53:14) — (8:14) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass deep middle to 18-C.Kupp to ATL 44 for 17 yards (37-R.Allen, 26-I.Oliver).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 51:57) — (6:57) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short left to 17-R.Woods to ATL 30 for 16 yards (26-I.Oliver).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 41:22) — (11:22) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short right to 30-T.Gurley for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 34:24) — (4:24) (Punt formation) 6-J.Hekker pass short right to 33-N.Scott pushed ob at ATL 23 for 23 yards (28-J.Miller).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 0:28) — (:28) 6-J.Hekker punts 32 yards to ATL 11, Center-44-J.McQuaide. 83-R.Gage to ATL 11 for no gain (51-T.Reeder). FUMBLES (51-T.Reeder), touched at ATL 5, RECOVERED by LA-31-D.Williams at ATL 0. TOUCHDO
- Atlanta Falcons (Q3 24:51) — (9:51) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short left intended for 12-M.Sanu INTERCEPTED by 58-C.Littleton at ATL 22. 58-C.Littleton to ATL 16 for 6 yards (70-J.Matthews). Penalty on LA-99-A.Donald, Unnecessary R
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 13:50) — (13:50) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan sacked at LA 35 for -7 yards (99-A.Donald). FUMBLES (99-A.Donald) [99-A.Donald], RECOVERED by LA-99-A.Donald at LA 36. 99-A.Donald to LA 36 for no gain (2-M.Ryan). ATL-2-M.R
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 50:11) — (5:11) 4-G.Zuerlein 40 yard field goal is No Good, Hit Left Upright, 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) · 39 dropbacks · 56.4% completion · -3.7% CPOE · +0.39 EPA/play · +15.33 total EPA
- M.Ryan (Atlanta Falcons) · 34 dropbacks · 47.1% completion · -7.6% CPOE · -0.50 EPA/play · -17.02 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Los Angeles Rams | Atlanta Falcons |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.157 | -0.259 |
| Offensive success rate | 47.4% | 38.9% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.481 | -0.293 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.223 | -0.313 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.259 | -0.157 |
| Defensive success rate | 61.1% | 52.6% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Los Angeles Rams generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.16 vs -0.26), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Atlanta Falcons: 11 drives, -18.66 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Los Angeles Rams: 11 drives, +14.92 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) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
- M. Ryan (ATL) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Atlanta Falcons FG (+3) — Q1 56:28 · LA 34 · Score 0-3
(11:28) 3-M.Bryant 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-8-M.Schaub. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q1 46:47 · ATL 37 · Score 3-3
(1:47) 4-G.Zuerlein 55 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q2 41:22 · ATL 13 · Score 9-3
(11:22) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short right to 30-T.Gurley for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q2 41:16 · ATL 15 · Score 10-3
4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q2 32:00 · ATL 7 · Score 13-3
(2:00) 4-G.Zuerlein 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q3 25:40 · ATL 8 · Score 19-3
(10:40) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short left to 81-G.Everett for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q3 25:35 · ATL 15 · Score 20-3
4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q3 21:39 · ATL 1 · Score 26-3
(6:39) 16-J.Goff left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q3 21:34 · ATL 20 · Score 27-3
4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q4 5:46 · ATL 2 · Score 30-3
(5:46) 4-G.Zuerlein 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q4 2:41 · LA 10 · Score 30-9
(2:41) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 8-M.Schaub pass short middle to 81-A.Hooper for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q4 2:36 · LA 15 · Score 30-10
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-8-M.Schaub. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q4 0:28 · ATL 43 · Score 36-10
(:28) 6-J.Hekker punts 32 yards to ATL 11, Center-44-J.McQuaide. 83-R.Gage to ATL 11 for no gain (51-T.Reeder). FUMBLES (51-T.Reeder), touched at ATL 5, RECOVER - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q4 0:11 · ATL 15 · Score 37-10
4-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Los Angeles Rams vs Atlanta Falcons?
The Los Angeles Rams beat the Atlanta Falcons 37-10 in Week 7, 2019 on 2019-10-20.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Rams vs Atlanta Falcons?
The final score was Los Angeles Rams 37, Atlanta Falcons 10 (LA 37-10 ATL) in Week 7, 2019 on 2019-10-20.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Rams vs Atlanta Falcons?
Q1: Los Angeles Rams 3, Atlanta Falcons 3; Q2: Los Angeles Rams 10, Atlanta Falcons 0; Q3: Los Angeles Rams 14, Atlanta Falcons 0; Q4: Los Angeles Rams 10, Atlanta Falcons 7; Final: Los Angeles Rams 37, Atlanta Falcons 10.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Rams vs Atlanta Falcons?
Los Angeles Rams touchdown — T. Gurley (J. Goff pass) (Q2 41:22) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — G. Everett (J. Goff pass) (Q3 25:40) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — J. Goff (Q3 21:39) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — A. Hooper (M. Schaub pass) (Q4 2:41) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — J. Hekker (Q4 0:28) Atlanta Falcons field goal — M. Bryant (Q1 56:28, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — G. Zuerlein (Q1 46:47, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — G. Zuerlein (Q2 32:00, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — G. Zuerlein (Q4 5:46, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Los Angeles Rams vs Atlanta Falcons?
J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams), 56.4% completion, -3.7% CPOE, +0.39 EPA per dropback, +15.33 total passing EPA. M. Ryan (Atlanta Falcons), 47.1% completion, -7.6% CPOE, -0.50 EPA per dropback, -17.02 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Rams vs Atlanta Falcons?
J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams) led the game in total EPA with +15.33 on passing plays. across 39 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+6.38 EPA): (:28) 6-J.Hekker punts 32 yards to ATL 11, Center-44-J.McQuaide. 83-R.Gage to ATL 11 for no gain (51-T.Reeder). FUMBLES (51-T.Reeder), touched at ATL 5, RECOVERED by LA-31-D.Willia. The biggest win-probability swing was -13.7%.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Rams
Entered 3-3 Now 4-3 W
Atlanta Falcons
Entered 1-5 Now 1-6 L
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