Game story
In Week 1 of the 2003 NFL season on 2003-09-07, the New York Giants took care of business against the Los Angeles Rams, pulling away with a 23–13 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 13 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
K. Warner (Los Angeles Rams) paced the passing game, with -19.37 total EPA.
On the individual side, T. Holt (Los Angeles Rams) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +9.48 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-17.0% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Los Angeles Rams changed the game: (2:21) 13-K.Warner sacked at LA 0 for -6 yards (94-W.Joseph). FUMBLES (94-W.Joseph), RECOVERED by NYG-90-K.Holmes at LA 0. TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Rams | 3 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 13 |
| New York Giants | 7 | 3 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 T. Holt · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +9.48 total EPA · 7 snaps · +1.35 EPA/play
- 2 I. Bruce · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +9.17 total EPA · 8 snaps · +1.15 EPA/play
- 3 A. Toomer · New York Giants · Receiving · +6.27 total EPA · 2 snaps · +3.13 EPA/play
- 4 J. Shockey · New York Giants · Receiving · +4.47 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.49 EPA/play
- 5 D. Looker · Los Angeles Rams · Passing · +3.05 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.05 EPA/play
- 6 S. McDonald · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.75 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.46 EPA/play
- 7 B. Manumaleuna · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.57 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.28 EPA/play
- 8 T. Barber · New York Giants · Receiving · +1.77 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.88 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 (+9.48) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Rams's efficiency. Across 7 counted snaps, they averaged +1.35 EPA per play.
The signature play (+6.05 EPA) came from Los Angeles Rams: (14:11) 13-K.Warner pass to 81-T.Holt for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- New York Giants — K. Warner
- New York Giants — B. Mitchell
- Los Angeles Rams — T. Holt (K. Warner pass)
Field goals
- Los Angeles Rams — J. Wilkins
- New York Giants — M. Bryant
- Los Angeles Rams — J. Wilkins
- New York Giants — M. Bryant
- New York Giants — M. Bryant
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: New York Giants won the period 7–3. Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the NYG 21 (Q1 50:08) — (5:08) 14-J.Wilkins 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker.; New York Giants found the end zone from the NYG 94 (Q1 47:21) — (2:21) 13-K.Warner sacked at LA 0 for -6 yards (94-W.Joseph). FUMBLES (94-W.Joseph), RECOVERED by NYG-90-K.Holmes at LA 0. TOUCHDOWN.; New York Giants added 1 points from the LA 2 (Q1 47:10) — 8-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-57-C.Dach, Holder-10-J.Feagles..
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. New York Giants connected on a field goal from the LA 6 (Q2 40:11) — (10:11) 8-M.Bryant 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-C.Dach, Holder-10-J.Feagles.; Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the NYG 10 (Q2 33:28) — (3:28) 14-J.Wilkins 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker..
The third quarter: New York Giants won the period 13–0. New York Giants connected on a field goal from the LA 29 (Q3 24:17) — (9:17) 8-M.Bryant 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-C.Dach, Holder-10-J.Feagles.; New York Giants found the end zone from the LA 1 (Q3 20:20) — (5:20) 30-B.Mitchell right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. NYG #83 - M.Rivers, injured on the play.; New York Giants added 1 points from the LA 2 (Q3 20:03) — 8-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-57-C.Dach, Holder-10-J.Feagles.; New York Giants connected on a field goal from the LA 27 (Q3 17:53) — (2:53) 8-M.Bryant 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-C.Dach, Holder-10-J.Feagles..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 7–0. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the NYG 37 (Q4 14:11) — (14:11) 13-K.Warner pass to 81-T.Holt for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q4 14:03) — 14-J.Wilkins extra point 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.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 47:21) — (2:21) 13-K.Warner sacked at LA 0 for -6 yards (94-W.Joseph). FUMBLES (94-W.Joseph), RECOVERED by NYG-90-K.Holmes at LA 0. TOUCHDOWN.
- New York Giants (Q1 51:44) — (6:44) 5-K.Collins pass to 88-I.Hilliard to NYG 23 for 14 yards (23-J.Butler). FUMBLES (23-J.Butler), RECOVERED by LA-35-A.Williams at NYG 23. 35-A.Williams to NYG 23 for no gain (21-T.Barber).
- New York Giants (Q2 36:18) — (6:18) 5-K.Collins sacked at NYG 38 for -7 yards (91-L.Little). FUMBLES (91-L.Little), RECOVERED by LA-98-G.Wistrom at NYG 38. 98-G.Wistrom to NYG 38 for no gain (74-I.Allen). Play Challenged by NYG a
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 36:49) — (6:49) 13-K.Warner sacked at NYG 45 for -7 yards (70-L.Legree). FUMBLES (70-L.Legree), RECOVERED by NYG-99-K.Washington at NYG 40. 99-K.Washington to NYG 40 for no gain (67-A.McCollum). Officially a 2
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 41:33) — (11:33) 13-K.Warner sacked at NYG 11 for -6 yards (58-M.Barrow). FUMBLES (58-M.Barrow), RECOVERED by NYG-90-K.Holmes at NYG 11. 90-K.Holmes to NYG 11 for no gain (67-A.McCollum).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 14:11) — (14:11) 13-K.Warner pass to 81-T.Holt for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q3 19:17) — (4:17) 13-K.Warner pass intended for 84-S.McDonald INTERCEPTED by 23-O.Stoutmire at NYG 33. 23-O.Stoutmire pushed ob at LA 33 for 34 yards (13-K.Warner).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 41:33) — (11:33) 13-K.Warner sacked at NYG 11 for -6 yards (58-M.Barrow). FUMBLES (58-M.Barrow), RECOVERED by NYG-90-K.Holmes at NYG 11. 90-K.Holmes to NYG 11 for no gain (67-A.McCollum).
- New York Giants (Q2 36:18) — (6:18) 5-K.Collins sacked at NYG 38 for -7 yards (91-L.Little). FUMBLES (91-L.Little), RECOVERED by LA-98-G.Wistrom at NYG 38. 98-G.Wistrom to NYG 38 for no gain (74-I.Allen). Play Challenged by NYG a
Quarterback report card
K.Warner led all passers in efficiency for Los Angeles Rams, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- K.Warner (Los Angeles Rams) · 60 dropbacks · 56.7% completion · -0.32 EPA/play · -19.37 total EPA
- K.Collins (New York Giants) · 30 dropbacks · 46.7% completion · -0.27 EPA/play · -7.97 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Los Angeles Rams | New York Giants |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.204 | -0.152 |
| Offensive success rate | 39.6% | 40.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.268 | -0.293 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.279 | -0.133 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.152 | +0.204 |
| Defensive success rate | 60.0% | 60.4% |
By the numbers
New York Giants held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.15 vs -0.20), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Los Angeles Rams: 14 drives, -18.59 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- New York Giants: 14 drives, -11.40 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- New York Giants leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- 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 50:08 · NYG 21 · Score 3-0
(5:08) 14-J.Wilkins 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker. - New York Giants TD (+6) — Q1 47:21 · NYG 94 · Score 3-6
(2:21) 13-K.Warner sacked at LA 0 for -6 yards (94-W.Joseph). FUMBLES (94-W.Joseph), RECOVERED by NYG-90-K.Holmes at LA 0. TOUCHDOWN. - New York Giants XP (+1) — Q1 47:10 · LA 2 · Score 3-7
8-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-57-C.Dach, Holder-10-J.Feagles. - New York Giants FG (+3) — Q2 40:11 · LA 6 · Score 3-10
(10:11) 8-M.Bryant 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-C.Dach, Holder-10-J.Feagles. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q2 33:28 · NYG 10 · Score 6-10
(3:28) 14-J.Wilkins 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker. - New York Giants FG (+3) — Q3 24:17 · LA 29 · Score 6-13
(9:17) 8-M.Bryant 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-C.Dach, Holder-10-J.Feagles. - New York Giants TD (+6) — Q3 20:20 · LA 1 · Score 6-19
(5:20) 30-B.Mitchell right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. NYG #83 - M.Rivers, injured on the play. - New York Giants XP (+1) — Q3 20:03 · LA 2 · Score 6-20
8-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-57-C.Dach, Holder-10-J.Feagles. - New York Giants FG (+3) — Q3 17:53 · LA 27 · Score 6-23
(2:53) 8-M.Bryant 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-C.Dach, Holder-10-J.Feagles. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q4 14:11 · NYG 37 · Score 12-23
(14:11) 13-K.Warner pass to 81-T.Holt for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q4 14:03 · NYG 2 · Score 13-23
14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Los Angeles Rams vs New York Giants?
The New York Giants beat the Los Angeles Rams 23-13 in Week 1, 2003 on 2003-09-07.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Rams vs New York Giants?
The final score was Los Angeles Rams 13, New York Giants 23 (LA 13-23 NYG) in Week 1, 2003 on 2003-09-07.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Rams vs New York Giants?
Q1: Los Angeles Rams 3, New York Giants 7; Q2: Los Angeles Rams 3, New York Giants 3; Q3: Los Angeles Rams 0, New York Giants 13; Q4: Los Angeles Rams 7, New York Giants 0; Final: Los Angeles Rams 13, New York Giants 23.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Rams vs New York Giants?
New York Giants touchdown — K. Warner (Q1 47:21) New York Giants touchdown — B. Mitchell (Q3 20:20) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — T. Holt (K. Warner pass) (Q4 14:11) Los Angeles Rams field goal — J. Wilkins (Q1 50:08, 3 pts) New York Giants field goal — M. Bryant (Q2 40:11, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — J. Wilkins (Q2 33:28, 3 pts) New York Giants field goal — M. Bryant (Q3 24:17, 3 pts) New York Giants field goal — M. Bryant (Q3 17:53, 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 York Giants?
K. Warner (Los Angeles Rams), 56.7% completion, -0.32 EPA per dropback, -19.37 total passing EPA. K. Collins (New York Giants), 46.7% completion, -0.27 EPA per dropback, -7.97 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Rams vs New York Giants?
T. Holt (Los Angeles Rams) led the game in total EPA with +9.48 on receiving plays. across 7 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+6.05 EPA): (14:11) 13-K.Warner pass to 81-T.Holt for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -17.0%.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Rams
Now 0-1 L
New York Giants
Now 1-0 W
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