Game story
In Week 8 of the 2020 NFL season on 2020-11-01, the Miami Dolphins took care of business against the Los Angeles Rams, pulling away with a 28–17 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 27 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams) paced the passing game, with -26.39 total EPA, and -6.5% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, R. Woods (Los Angeles Rams) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +8.60 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-33.1% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Los Angeles Rams changed the game: (10:17) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff sacked at MIA 17 for -8 yards (91-E.Ogbah). FUMBLES (91-E.Ogbah) [91-E.Ogbah], RECOVERED by MIA-43-A.Van Ginkel at MIA 22. 43-A.Van Ginkel for 78 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Rams | 7 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Miami Dolphins | 7 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 R. Woods · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +8.60 total EPA · 8 snaps · +1.07 EPA/play
- 2 D. Henderson · Los Angeles Rams · Rushing · +2.09 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.26 EPA/play
- 3 R. Woods · Los Angeles Rams · Rushing · +1.65 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.83 EPA/play
- 4 V. Jefferson · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +1.45 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.73 EPA/play
- 5 C. Akers · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +1.22 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.22 EPA/play
- 6 D. Smythe · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +0.92 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.46 EPA/play
- 7 I. Ford · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +0.91 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.91 EPA/play
- 8 M. Perry · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +0.77 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.77 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
R. Woods — LA · Receiving
R. Woods posted the highest total EPA (+8.60) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Rams's efficiency. Across 8 counted snaps, they averaged +1.07 EPA per play.
The signature play (-11.49 EPA) came from Los Angeles Rams: (10:17) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff sacked at MIA 17 for -8 yards (91-E.Ogbah). FUMBLES (91-E.Ogbah) [91-E.Ogbah], RECOVERED by MIA-43-A.Van Ginkel at MIA 22. 43-A.Van Ginkel for 78 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 — R. Woods
- Miami Dolphins — D. Parker (T. Tagovailoa pass)
- Miami Dolphins — J. Goff
- Miami Dolphins — J. Grant
- Miami Dolphins — M. Gaskin
- Los Angeles Rams — R. Woods (J. Goff pass)
Field goals
- Los Angeles Rams — K. Forbath
- Los Angeles Rams — K. Forbath
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 7–7. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the MIA 4 (Q1 56:18) — (11:18) 17-R.Woods left end for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the MIA 15 (Q1 56:13) — 2-K.Forbath extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the LA 3 (Q1 45:03); Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the LA 15 (Q1 45:00) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack..
The second quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 21–6. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the MIA 9 (Q2 40:17); Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the LA 15 (Q2 40:01) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the MIA 72 (Q2 39:03) — (9:03) 6-J.Hekker punts 60 yards to MIA 12, Center-44-J.McQuaide. 19-J.Grant for 88 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the LA 15 (Q2 38:44) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the LA 1 (Q2 32:51) — (2:51) 94-C.Wilkins and 78-A.Pankey reported in as eligible. 37-M.Gaskin up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the LA 15 (Q2 32:47) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack.; Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the MIA 5 (Q2 30:15) — (:15) 2-K.Forbath 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.; Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the LA 35 (Q2 30:11) — 2-K.Forbath kicks 65 yards from LA 35 to end zone, Touchback..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 7–0. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the MIA 11 (Q4 10:03) — (10:03) (No Huddle) 16-J.Goff pass short left to 17-R.Woods for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the MIA 15 (Q4 9:58) — 2-K.Forbath 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 (Q2 40:17) — (10:17) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff sacked at MIA 17 for -8 yards (91-E.Ogbah). FUMBLES (91-E.Ogbah) [91-E.Ogbah], RECOVERED by MIA-43-A.Van Ginkel at MIA 22. 43-A.Van Ginkel for 78 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Miami Dolphins (Q2 41:11) — (11:11) (Shotgun) 37-M.Gaskin up the middle to MIA 9 for 6 yards (24-T.Rapp). FUMBLES (24-T.Rapp), RECOVERED by LA-22-T.Hill at MIA 7.
- Miami Dolphins (Q1 57:45) — (12:45) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa sacked at MIA 18 for -5 yards (99-A.Donald). FUMBLES (99-A.Donald) [90-M.Brockers], touched at MIA 20, RECOVERED by LA-54-L.Floyd at MIA 15.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 48:02) — (3:02) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short middle intended for 10-C.Kupp INTERCEPTED by 94-C.Wilkins at LA 41. 94-C.Wilkins to LA 33 for 8 yards (10-C.Kupp).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 42:56) — (12:56) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short left to 10-C.Kupp to MIA 36 for 22 yards (40-N.Needham).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 40:17) — (10:17) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff sacked at MIA 17 for -8 yards (91-E.Ogbah). FUMBLES (91-E.Ogbah) [91-E.Ogbah], RECOVERED by MIA-43-A.Van Ginkel at MIA 22. 43-A.Van Ginkel for 78 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 33:01) — (3:01) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff sacked at LA 23 for -8 yards (90-S.Lawson). FUMBLES (90-S.Lawson) [90-S.Lawson], RECOVERED by MIA-53-K.Van Noy at LA 29. 53-K.Van Noy to LA 1 for 28 yards (34-M.Brown).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 48:02) — (3:02) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short middle intended for 10-C.Kupp INTERCEPTED by 94-C.Wilkins at LA 41. 94-C.Wilkins to LA 33 for 8 yards (10-C.Kupp).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 39:03) — (9:03) 6-J.Hekker punts 60 yards to MIA 12, Center-44-J.McQuaide. 19-J.Grant for 88 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
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) · 65 dropbacks · 53.8% completion · -6.5% CPOE · -0.41 EPA/play · -26.39 total EPA
- T.Tagovailoa (Miami Dolphins) · 24 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · -16.7% CPOE · -0.45 EPA/play · -10.68 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Los Angeles Rams | Miami Dolphins |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.296 | -0.325 |
| Offensive success rate | 45.1% | 35.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.406 | -0.445 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.078 | -0.574 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.325 | +0.296 |
| Defensive success rate | 64.7% | 54.9% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Los Angeles Rams -0.30, Miami Dolphins -0.33) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- Los Angeles Rams: 16 drives, -33.48 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Miami Dolphins: 16 drives, -22.10 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Miami Dolphins leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- R. Woods (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.
- T. Tagovailoa (MIA) 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 TD (+6) — Q1 56:18 · MIA 4 · Score 6-0
(11:18) 17-R.Woods left end for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q1 56:13 · MIA 15 · Score 7-0
2-K.Forbath extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q1 45:03 · LA 3 · Score 7-6
(:03) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short middle to 11-D.Parker for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on LA-25-D.Long, Defensive Pass Interference, declined. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q1 45:00 · LA 15 · Score 7-7
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q2 40:17 · MIA 9 · Score 7-13
(10:17) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff sacked at MIA 17 for -8 yards (91-E.Ogbah). FUMBLES (91-E.Ogbah) [91-E.Ogbah], RECOVERED by MIA-43-A.Van Ginkel at MIA 22. 43-A.Van - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q2 40:01 · LA 15 · Score 7-14
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q2 39:03 · MIA 72 · Score 7-20
(9:03) 6-J.Hekker punts 60 yards to MIA 12, Center-44-J.McQuaide. 19-J.Grant for 88 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q2 38:44 · LA 15 · Score 7-21
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q2 32:51 · LA 1 · Score 7-27
(2:51) 94-C.Wilkins and 78-A.Pankey reported in as eligible. 37-M.Gaskin up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q2 32:47 · LA 15 · Score 7-28
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q2 30:15 · MIA 5 · Score 10-28
(:15) 2-K.Forbath 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q2 30:11 · LA 35 · Score 10-28
2-K.Forbath kicks 65 yards from LA 35 to end zone, Touchback. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q4 10:03 · MIA 11 · Score 16-28
(10:03) (No Huddle) 16-J.Goff pass short left to 17-R.Woods for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q4 9:58 · MIA 15 · Score 17-28
2-K.Forbath extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Los Angeles Rams vs Miami Dolphins?
The Miami Dolphins beat the Los Angeles Rams 28-17 in Week 8, 2020 on 2020-11-01.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Rams vs Miami Dolphins?
The final score was Los Angeles Rams 17, Miami Dolphins 28 (LA 17-28 MIA) in Week 8, 2020 on 2020-11-01.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Rams vs Miami Dolphins?
Q1: Los Angeles Rams 7, Miami Dolphins 7; Q2: Los Angeles Rams 6, Miami Dolphins 21; Q4: Los Angeles Rams 7, Miami Dolphins 0; Final: Los Angeles Rams 17, Miami Dolphins 28.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Rams vs Miami Dolphins?
Los Angeles Rams touchdown — R. Woods (Q1 56:18) Miami Dolphins touchdown — D. Parker (T. Tagovailoa pass) (Q1 45:03) Miami Dolphins touchdown — J. Goff (Q2 40:17) Miami Dolphins touchdown — J. Grant (Q2 39:03) Miami Dolphins touchdown — M. Gaskin (Q2 32:51) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — R. Woods (J. Goff pass) (Q4 10:03) Los Angeles Rams field goal — K. Forbath (Q2 30:15, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — K. Forbath (Q2 30:11, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Los Angeles Rams vs Miami Dolphins?
J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams), 53.8% completion, -6.5% CPOE, -0.41 EPA per dropback, -26.39 total passing EPA. T. Tagovailoa (Miami Dolphins), 50.0% completion, -16.7% CPOE, -0.45 EPA per dropback, -10.68 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Rams vs Miami Dolphins?
R. Woods (Los Angeles Rams) led the game in total EPA with +8.60 on receiving plays. across 8 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-11.49 EPA): (10:17) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff sacked at MIA 17 for -8 yards (91-E.Ogbah). FUMBLES (91-E.Ogbah) [91-E.Ogbah], RECOVERED by MIA-43-A.Van Ginkel at MIA 22. 43-A.Van Ginkel for 78 yards,. The biggest win-probability swing was -33.1%.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Rams
Entered 5-2 Now 5-3 L
Miami Dolphins
Entered 3-3 Now 4-3 W
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