Game story
In Week 11 of the 2003 NFL season on 2003-11-16, the Los Angeles Rams took care of business against the Chicago Bears, pulling away with a 23–21 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 20 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
M. Bulger (Los Angeles Rams) paced the passing game, with -1.15 total EPA.
On the individual side, T. Holt (Los Angeles Rams) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +10.27 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-29.4% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Chicago Bears changed the game: (:07) 12-C.Chandler pass incomplete to 80-D.White. Penalty on CHI-78-A.Gibson, Illegal Use of Hands, declined.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Rams | 3 | 0 | 7 | 13 | 0 | 23 |
| Chicago Bears | 0 | 14 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 21 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 T. Holt · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +10.27 total EPA · 9 snaps · +1.14 EPA/play
- 2 D. White · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +4.19 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.05 EPA/play
- 3 M. Booker · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +3.34 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.67 EPA/play
- 4 D. Looker · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +3.01 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.00 EPA/play
- 5 D. Clark · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +2.60 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.65 EPA/play
- 6 I. Bruce · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.53 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.28 EPA/play
- 7 M. Furrey · Los Angeles Rams · Rushing · +2.32 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.16 EPA/play
- 8 B. Manumaleuna · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +1.53 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.77 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
T. Holt — LA · Receiving
T. Holt posted the highest total EPA (+10.27) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Rams's efficiency. Across 9 counted snaps, they averaged +1.14 EPA per play.
The signature play (+5.79 EPA) came from Los Angeles Rams: (5:24) 28-M.Faulk left guard to CHI 8 for 52 yards (21-R.McQuarters).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Chicago Bears — R. McQuarters
- Chicago Bears — A. Thomas
- Los Angeles Rams — T. Holt (M. Bulger pass)
- Los Angeles Rams — B. Manumaleuna (M. Bulger pass)
- Chicago Bears — D. White (C. Chandler pass)
Field goals
- Los Angeles Rams — J. Wilkins
- Los Angeles Rams — J. Wilkins
- Los Angeles Rams — J. Wilkins
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 CHI 23 (Q1 46:19) — (1:19) 14-J.Wilkins 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker..
The second quarter: Chicago Bears won the period 14–0. Chicago Bears found the end zone from the CHI 88 (Q2 40:42) — (10:42) 5-S.Landeta punts 48 yards to CHI 40, Center-45-C.Massey. 21-R.McQuarters for 60 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the LA 2 (Q2 40:25) — 2-P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.; Chicago Bears found the end zone from the LA 1 (Q2 33:07) — (3:07) 35-A.Thomas for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the LA 2 (Q2 33:04) — 2-P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard..
The third quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 7–0. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the CHI 4 (Q3 18:51) — (3:51) 10-M.Bulger pass to 81-T.Holt for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q3 18:48) — 14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 13–7. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the CHI 4 (Q4 12:52) — (12:52) 10-M.Bulger pass to 86-B.Manumaleuna for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q4 12:46) — 14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker.; Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the CHI 26 (Q4 7:26) — (7:26) 14-J.Wilkins 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker.; Chicago Bears found the end zone from the LA 11 (Q4 6:03) — (6:03) 12-C.Chandler pass to 80-D.White for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the LA 2 (Q4 5:58) — 2-P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.; Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the CHI 13 (Q4 0:41) — (:41) 14-J.Wilkins 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Chicago Bears (Q4 0:07) — (:07) 12-C.Chandler pass incomplete to 80-D.White. Penalty on CHI-78-A.Gibson, Illegal Use of Hands, declined.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 5:22) — (5:22) 10-M.Bulger pass intended for 81-T.Holt INTERCEPTED by 23-J.Azumah at CHI 40. 23-J.Azumah to CHI 42 for 2 yards (81-T.Holt).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 2:06) — (2:06) 10-M.Bulger pass to 81-T.Holt to CHI 46 for 21 yards (21-R.McQuarters).
- Chicago Bears (Q4 6:37) — (6:37) 12-C.Chandler pass to 88-D.Clark pushed ob at LA 11 for 27 yards (35-A.Williams).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 40:42) — (10:42) 5-S.Landeta punts 48 yards to CHI 40, Center-45-C.Massey. 21-R.McQuarters for 60 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q3 20:24) — (5:24) 28-M.Faulk left guard to CHI 8 for 52 yards (21-R.McQuarters).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 33:04) — 2-P.Edinger kicks 58 yards from CHI 30 to LA 12. 47-S.Nead to LA 19 for 7 yards (81-A.Merritt). FUMBLES (81-A.Merritt), RECOVERED by CHI-59-J.Odom at LA 19. 59-J.Odom to LA 19 for no gain (47-S.Nead).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 40:42) — (10:42) 5-S.Landeta punts 48 yards to CHI 40, Center-45-C.Massey. 21-R.McQuarters for 60 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Chicago Bears (Q2 32:08) — (2:08) 2-P.Edinger 34 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.
Quarterback report card
M.Bulger led all passers in efficiency for Los Angeles Rams, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- M.Bulger (Los Angeles Rams) · 52 dropbacks · 55.8% completion · -0.02 EPA/play · -1.15 total EPA
- C.Chandler (Chicago Bears) · 35 dropbacks · 45.7% completion · -0.24 EPA/play · -8.28 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Los Angeles Rams | Chicago Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.060 | -0.141 |
| Offensive success rate | 49.0% | 34.6% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.022 | -0.240 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.070 | -0.063 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.141 | +0.060 |
| Defensive success rate | 65.4% | 51.0% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Los Angeles Rams generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.06 vs -0.14), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Chicago Bears: 15 drives, -11.46 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Los Angeles Rams: 15 drives, -5.92 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.
- One-score margin — fantasy managers should double-check garbage-time stats before drawing conclusions.
- T. Holt (Los Angeles Rams) 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.
- Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q1 46:19 · CHI 23 · Score 3-0
(1:19) 14-J.Wilkins 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q2 40:42 · CHI 88 · Score 3-6
(10:42) 5-S.Landeta punts 48 yards to CHI 40, Center-45-C.Massey. 21-R.McQuarters for 60 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q2 40:25 · LA 2 · Score 3-7
2-P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q2 33:07 · LA 1 · Score 3-13
(3:07) 35-A.Thomas for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q2 33:04 · LA 2 · Score 3-14
2-P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q3 18:51 · CHI 4 · Score 9-14
(3:51) 10-M.Bulger pass to 81-T.Holt for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q3 18:48 · CHI 2 · Score 10-14
14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q4 12:52 · CHI 4 · Score 16-14
(12:52) 10-M.Bulger pass to 86-B.Manumaleuna for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q4 12:46 · CHI 2 · Score 17-14
14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q4 7:26 · CHI 26 · Score 20-14
(7:26) 14-J.Wilkins 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q4 6:03 · LA 11 · Score 20-20
(6:03) 12-C.Chandler pass to 80-D.White for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q4 5:58 · LA 2 · Score 20-21
2-P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q4 0:41 · CHI 13 · Score 23-21
(:41) 14-J.Wilkins 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Los Angeles Rams vs Chicago Bears?
The Los Angeles Rams beat the Chicago Bears 23-21 in Week 11, 2003 on 2003-11-16.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Rams vs Chicago Bears?
The final score was Los Angeles Rams 23, Chicago Bears 21 (LA 23-21 CHI) in Week 11, 2003 on 2003-11-16.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Rams vs Chicago Bears?
Q1: Los Angeles Rams 3, Chicago Bears 0; Q2: Los Angeles Rams 0, Chicago Bears 14; Q3: Los Angeles Rams 7, Chicago Bears 0; Q4: Los Angeles Rams 13, Chicago Bears 7; Final: Los Angeles Rams 23, Chicago Bears 21.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Rams vs Chicago Bears?
Chicago Bears touchdown — R. McQuarters (Q2 40:42) Chicago Bears touchdown — A. Thomas (Q2 33:07) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — T. Holt (M. Bulger pass) (Q3 18:51) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — B. Manumaleuna (M. Bulger pass) (Q4 12:52) Chicago Bears touchdown — D. White (C. Chandler pass) (Q4 6:03) Los Angeles Rams field goal — J. Wilkins (Q1 46:19, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — J. Wilkins (Q4 7:26, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — J. Wilkins (Q4 0:41, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Los Angeles Rams vs Chicago Bears?
M. Bulger (Los Angeles Rams), 55.8% completion, -0.02 EPA per dropback, -1.15 total passing EPA. C. Chandler (Chicago Bears), 45.7% completion, -0.24 EPA per dropback, -8.28 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Rams vs Chicago Bears?
T. Holt (Los Angeles Rams) led the game in total EPA with +10.27 on receiving plays. across 9 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+5.79 EPA): (5:24) 28-M.Faulk left guard to CHI 8 for 52 yards (21-R.McQuarters).. The biggest win-probability swing was -29.4%.
Was Los Angeles Rams vs Chicago Bears a close game?
Yes — the margin was 2 points. Los Angeles Rams won 23-21 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Rams
Entered 6-3 Now 7-3 W
Chicago Bears
Entered 3-6 Now 3-7 L
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