Game story
In Week 13 of the 2024 NFL season on 2024-12-01, the Los Angeles Rams took care of business against the New Orleans Saints, pulling away with a 21–14 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 22 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
D. Carr (New Orleans Saints) paced the passing game, with -1.44 total EPA, and -2.4% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, P. Nacua (Los Angeles Rams) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +5.36 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+21.1% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when New Orleans Saints changed the game: (11:58) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr pass deep right to 10-M.Valdes-Scantling for 28 yards, TOUCHDOWN. NO-64-N.Saldiveri was injured during the play.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Rams | 0 | 0 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 21 |
| New Orleans Saints | 3 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 14 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 P. Nacua · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +5.36 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.67 EPA/play
- 2 K. Austin · New Orleans Saints · Receiving · +4.69 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.56 EPA/play
- 3 K. Williams · Los Angeles Rams · Rushing · +3.99 total EPA · 15 snaps · +0.27 EPA/play
- 4 D. Robinson · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +3.73 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.24 EPA/play
- 5 M. Valdes-Scantling · New Orleans Saints · Receiving · +3.70 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.23 EPA/play
- 6 T. Hill · New Orleans Saints · Passing · +3.36 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.36 EPA/play
- 7 M. Stafford · Los Angeles Rams · Rushing · +2.78 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.70 EPA/play
- 8 T. Atwell · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.55 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.28 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
P. Nacua — LA · Receiving
P. Nacua posted the highest total EPA (+5.36) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Rams's efficiency. Across 8 counted snaps, they averaged +0.67 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.37 EPA) came from New Orleans Saints: (15:00) 19-B.Grupe 36 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-49-Z.Wood, Holder-43-M.Hayball.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Los Angeles Rams — K. Williams
- Los Angeles Rams — D. Robinson (M. Stafford pass)
- New Orleans Saints — M. Valdes-Scantling (D. Carr pass)
- Los Angeles Rams — P. Nacua (M. Stafford pass)
Field goals
- New Orleans Saints — B. Grupe
- New Orleans Saints — B. Grupe
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: New Orleans Saints won the period 3–0. New Orleans Saints connected on a field goal from the LA 36 (Q1 53:53) — (8:53) 19-B.Grupe 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-Z.Wood, Holder-43-M.Hayball..
The second quarter: New Orleans Saints won the period 3–0. New Orleans Saints connected on a field goal from the LA 36 (Q2 30:07) — (:07) 19-B.Grupe 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-Z.Wood, Holder-43-M.Hayball..
The third quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 7–0. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the NO 4 (Q3 23:56) — (8:56) 23-K.Williams left guard for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the NO 15 (Q3 23:50) — 16-J.Karty extra point is GOOD, Center-47-A.Ward, Holder-42-E.Evans..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 14–8. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the NO 3 (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) 9-M.Stafford pass short right to 15-D.Robinson for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the NO 15 (Q4 14:57) — 16-J.Karty extra point is GOOD, Center-47-A.Ward, Holder-42-E.Evans.; New Orleans Saints found the end zone from the LA 28 (Q4 11:58) — (11:58) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr pass deep right to 10-M.Valdes-Scantling for 28 yards, TOUCHDOWN. NO-64-N.Saldiveri was injured during the play.; New Orleans Saints registered a safety from the LA 2 (Q4 11:53) — TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 4-D.Carr pass to 17-D.Pettis is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.; Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the NO 7 (Q4 8:57) — (8:57) (Shotgun) 9-M.Stafford pass short right to 17-P.Nacua for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the NO 15 (Q4 8:54) — 16-J.Karty extra point is GOOD, Center-47-A.Ward, Holder-42-E.Evans..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- New Orleans Saints (Q4 11:58) — (11:58) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr pass deep right to 10-M.Valdes-Scantling for 28 yards, TOUCHDOWN. NO-64-N.Saldiveri was injured during the play.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 8:57) — (8:57) (Shotgun) 9-M.Stafford pass short right to 17-P.Nacua for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New Orleans Saints (Q4 1:13) — (1:13) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr sacked at LA 18 for -9 yards (8-J.Verse). FUMBLES (8-J.Verse) [8-J.Verse], recovered by NO-10-M.Valdes-Scantling at LA 18. The Replay Official reviewed the fumble ruling, and
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 39:15) — (9:15) (Shotgun) 9-M.Stafford pass incomplete deep right to 10-C.Kupp.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) 9-M.Stafford pass short right to 15-D.Robinson for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- New Orleans Saints (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) 19-B.Grupe 36 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-49-Z.Wood, Holder-43-M.Hayball.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 39:15) — (9:15) (Shotgun) 9-M.Stafford pass incomplete deep right to 10-C.Kupp.
- New Orleans Saints (Q4 11:58) — (11:58) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr pass deep right to 10-M.Valdes-Scantling for 28 yards, TOUCHDOWN. NO-64-N.Saldiveri was injured during the play.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q3 15:39) — (:39) 9-M.Stafford pass deep left to 15-D.Robinson pushed ob at NO 3 for 46 yards (5-W.Harris).
Quarterback report card
D.Carr led all passers in efficiency for New Orleans Saints, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- D.Carr (New Orleans Saints) · 41 dropbacks · 58.5% completion · -2.4% CPOE · -0.04 EPA/play · -1.44 total EPA
- M.Stafford (Los Angeles Rams) · 27 dropbacks · 51.9% completion · -3.9% CPOE · +0.07 EPA/play · +2.02 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Los Angeles Rams | New Orleans Saints |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.118 | -0.026 |
| Offensive success rate | 50.0% | 42.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.075 | +0.046 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.238 | -0.107 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.026 | -0.118 |
| Defensive success rate | 57.3% | 50.0% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Los Angeles Rams generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.12 vs -0.03), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Los Angeles Rams: 9 drives, +8.03 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- New Orleans Saints: 8 drives, -2.12 total EPA, 3 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.
- P. Nacua (Los Angeles Rams) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- M. Stafford (LA) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- New Orleans Saints FG (+3) — Q1 53:53 · LA 36 · Score 0-3
(8:53) 19-B.Grupe 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-Z.Wood, Holder-43-M.Hayball. - New Orleans Saints FG (+3) — Q2 30:07 · LA 36 · Score 0-6
(:07) 19-B.Grupe 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-Z.Wood, Holder-43-M.Hayball. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q3 23:56 · NO 4 · Score 6-6
(8:56) 23-K.Williams left guard for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q3 23:50 · NO 15 · Score 7-6
16-J.Karty extra point is GOOD, Center-47-A.Ward, Holder-42-E.Evans. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q4 15:00 · NO 3 · Score 13-6
(15:00) 9-M.Stafford pass short right to 15-D.Robinson for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q4 14:57 · NO 15 · Score 14-6
16-J.Karty extra point is GOOD, Center-47-A.Ward, Holder-42-E.Evans. - New Orleans Saints TD (+6) — Q4 11:58 · LA 28 · Score 14-12
(11:58) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr pass deep right to 10-M.Valdes-Scantling for 28 yards, TOUCHDOWN. NO-64-N.Saldiveri was injured during the play. - New Orleans Saints Safety (+2) — Q4 11:53 · LA 2 · Score 14-14
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 4-D.Carr pass to 17-D.Pettis is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q4 8:57 · NO 7 · Score 20-14
(8:57) (Shotgun) 9-M.Stafford pass short right to 17-P.Nacua for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q4 8:54 · NO 15 · Score 21-14
16-J.Karty extra point is GOOD, Center-47-A.Ward, Holder-42-E.Evans.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Los Angeles Rams vs New Orleans Saints?
The Los Angeles Rams beat the New Orleans Saints 21-14 in Week 13, 2024 on 2024-12-01.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Rams vs New Orleans Saints?
The final score was Los Angeles Rams 21, New Orleans Saints 14 (LA 21-14 NO) in Week 13, 2024 on 2024-12-01.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Rams vs New Orleans Saints?
Q1: Los Angeles Rams 0, New Orleans Saints 3; Q2: Los Angeles Rams 0, New Orleans Saints 3; Q3: Los Angeles Rams 7, New Orleans Saints 0; Q4: Los Angeles Rams 14, New Orleans Saints 8; Final: Los Angeles Rams 21, New Orleans Saints 14.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Rams vs New Orleans Saints?
Los Angeles Rams touchdown — K. Williams (Q3 23:56) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — D. Robinson (M. Stafford pass) (Q4 15:00) New Orleans Saints touchdown — M. Valdes-Scantling (D. Carr pass) (Q4 11:58) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — P. Nacua (M. Stafford pass) (Q4 8:57) New Orleans Saints field goal — B. Grupe (Q1 53:53, 3 pts) New Orleans Saints field goal — B. Grupe (Q2 30:07, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Los Angeles Rams vs New Orleans Saints?
D. Carr (New Orleans Saints), 58.5% completion, -2.4% CPOE, -0.04 EPA per dropback, -1.44 total passing EPA. M. Stafford (Los Angeles Rams), 51.9% completion, -3.9% CPOE, +0.07 EPA per dropback, +2.02 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Rams vs New Orleans Saints?
P. Nacua (Los Angeles Rams) led the game in total EPA with +5.36 on receiving plays. across 8 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.37 EPA): (15:00) 19-B.Grupe 36 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-49-Z.Wood, Holder-43-M.Hayball.. The biggest win-probability swing was +21.1%.
Was Los Angeles Rams vs New Orleans Saints a close game?
Yes — the margin was 7 points. Los Angeles Rams won 21-14 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Rams
Entered 5-6 Now 6-6 W
New Orleans Saints
Entered 4-7 Now 4-8 L
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