Game story
In Week 2 of the 2020 NFL season on 2020-09-20, the Los Angeles Rams took care of business against the Philadelphia Eagles, pulling away with a 37–19 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 20 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
C. Wentz (Philadelphia Eagles) paced the passing game, with -7.89 total EPA, and -6.6% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +19.83 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-16.4% win probability) landed in the third quarter when Philadelphia Eagles changed the game: (8:14) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass deep middle intended for 19-J.Arcega-Whiteside INTERCEPTED by 31-D.Williams at LA -2. Touchback.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Rams | 14 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 0 | 37 |
| Philadelphia Eagles | 3 | 13 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 19 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 J. Goff · Los Angeles Rams · Passing · +19.83 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.62 EPA/play
- 2 C. Kupp · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +8.58 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.43 EPA/play
- 3 T. Higbee · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +8.27 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.65 EPA/play
- 4 D. Jackson · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +3.69 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.41 EPA/play
- 5 D. Henderson · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +3.47 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.16 EPA/play
- 6 V. Jefferson · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.94 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.59 EPA/play
- 7 R. Woods · Los Angeles Rams · Rushing · +2.77 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.92 EPA/play
- 8 J. Reynolds · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.24 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.12 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 (+19.83) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Rams's efficiency. Across 32 counted snaps, they averaged +0.62 EPA per play.
The signature play (-5.26 EPA) came from Philadelphia Eagles: (8:14) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass deep middle intended for 19-J.Arcega-Whiteside INTERCEPTED by 31-D.Williams at LA -2. Touchback.
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. Higbee (J. Goff pass)
- Los Angeles Rams — R. Woods
- Los Angeles Rams — T. Higbee (J. Goff pass)
- Philadelphia Eagles — C. Wentz
- Philadelphia Eagles — M. Sanders
- Los Angeles Rams — T. Higbee (J. Goff pass)
- Los Angeles Rams — D. Henderson
Field goals
- Philadelphia Eagles — J. Elliott
- Los Angeles Rams — S. Sloman
- Philadelphia Eagles — J. Elliott
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 14–3. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the PHI 4 (Q1 56:19) — (11:19) 16-J.Goff pass short right to 89-T.Higbee for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q1 56:15) — 1-S.Sloman extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.; Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the LA 20 (Q1 51:46) — (6:46) 4-J.Elliott 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston.; Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the PHI 5 (Q1 46:54) — (1:54) 17-R.Woods left end for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q1 46:48) — 1-S.Sloman extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker..
The second quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 13–7. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the PHI 3 (Q2 42:20) — (12:20) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short left to 89-T.Higbee for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q2 42:15) — 1-S.Sloman extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the LA 1 (Q2 36:12) — (6:12) 11-C.Wentz up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the LA 5 (Q2 30:39) — (:39) 26-M.Sanders up the middle for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the LA 15 (Q2 30:35) — 4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston..
The third quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 3–0. Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the PHI 12 (Q3 17:18) — (2:18) 1-S.Sloman 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 13–3. Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the LA 15 (Q4 12:11); Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the PHI 28 (Q4 11:00) — (11:00) 16-J.Goff pass deep left to 89-T.Higbee for 28 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q4 10:53) — 1-S.Sloman extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.; Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the PHI 2 (Q4 3:41) — (3:41) 27-D.Henderson up the middle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 23:14) — (8:14) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass deep middle intended for 19-J.Arcega-Whiteside INTERCEPTED by 31-D.Williams at LA -2. Touchback.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 58:43) — (13:43) 26-M.Sanders left end to PHI 38 for 3 yards (59-M.Kiser). FUMBLES (59-M.Kiser), RECOVERED by LA-41-K.Young at PHI 41.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 31:01) — (1:01) 1-C.Johnston punts 59 yards to LA 3, Center-45-R.Lovato. 10-C.Kupp to LA 12 for 9 yards (57-T.Edwards). FUMBLES (57-T.Edwards), RECOVERED by PHI-42-K.Wallace at LA 11. 42-K.Wallace to LA 11 for
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 23:47) — (8:47) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left to 10-D.Jackson pushed ob at LA 21 for 9 yards (22-T.Hill).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 11:00) — (11:00) 16-J.Goff pass deep left to 89-T.Higbee for 28 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 23:14) — (8:14) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass deep middle intended for 19-J.Arcega-Whiteside INTERCEPTED by 31-D.Williams at LA -2. Touchback.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 58:43) — (13:43) 26-M.Sanders left end to PHI 38 for 3 yards (59-M.Kiser). FUMBLES (59-M.Kiser), RECOVERED by LA-41-K.Young at PHI 41.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 31:01) — (1:01) 1-C.Johnston punts 59 yards to LA 3, Center-45-R.Lovato. 10-C.Kupp to LA 12 for 9 yards (57-T.Edwards). FUMBLES (57-T.Edwards), RECOVERED by PHI-42-K.Wallace at LA 11. 42-K.Wallace to LA 11 for
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 3:16) — (3:16) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short right intended for 26-M.Sanders INTERCEPTED by 22-T.Hill at PHI 42. 22-T.Hill to PHI 42 for no gain (26-M.Sanders). The Replay Official reviewed the i
Quarterback report card
C.Wentz led all passers in efficiency for Philadelphia Eagles, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- C.Wentz (Philadelphia Eagles) · 45 dropbacks · 57.8% completion · -6.6% CPOE · -0.18 EPA/play · -7.89 total EPA
- J.Goff (Los Angeles Rams) · 32 dropbacks · 62.5% completion · +16.2% CPOE · +0.62 EPA/play · +19.83 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Los Angeles Rams | Philadelphia Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.292 | -0.003 |
| Offensive success rate | 52.4% | 48.8% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.620 | -0.175 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.206 | +0.099 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.003 | -0.292 |
| Defensive success rate | 51.2% | 47.6% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Los Angeles Rams generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.29 vs -0.00), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Los Angeles Rams: 10 drives, +24.51 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
- Philadelphia Eagles: 10 drives, -0.27 total EPA, 4 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.
- C. Wentz (PHI) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
- J. Goff (LA) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q1 56:19 · PHI 4 · Score 6-0
(11:19) 16-J.Goff pass short right to 89-T.Higbee for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q1 56:15 · PHI 15 · Score 7-0
1-S.Sloman extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q1 51:46 · LA 20 · Score 7-3
(6:46) 4-J.Elliott 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q1 46:54 · PHI 5 · Score 13-3
(1:54) 17-R.Woods left end for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q1 46:48 · PHI 15 · Score 14-3
1-S.Sloman extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q2 42:20 · PHI 3 · Score 20-3
(12:20) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short left to 89-T.Higbee for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q2 42:15 · PHI 15 · Score 21-3
1-S.Sloman extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q2 36:12 · LA 1 · Score 21-9
(6:12) 11-C.Wentz up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q2 30:39 · LA 5 · Score 21-15
(:39) 26-M.Sanders up the middle for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q2 30:35 · LA 15 · Score 21-16
4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q3 17:18 · PHI 12 · Score 24-16
(2:18) 1-S.Sloman 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q4 12:11 · LA 15 · Score 24-19
(12:11) 4-J.Elliott 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston. Penalty on LA-33-N.Scott, Defensive Offside, declined. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q4 11:00 · PHI 28 · Score 30-19
(11:00) 16-J.Goff pass deep left to 89-T.Higbee for 28 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q4 10:53 · PHI 15 · Score 31-19
1-S.Sloman extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q4 3:41 · PHI 2 · Score 37-19
(3:41) 27-D.Henderson up the middle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Los Angeles Rams vs Philadelphia Eagles?
The Los Angeles Rams beat the Philadelphia Eagles 37-19 in Week 2, 2020 on 2020-09-20.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Rams vs Philadelphia Eagles?
The final score was Los Angeles Rams 37, Philadelphia Eagles 19 (LA 37-19 PHI) in Week 2, 2020 on 2020-09-20.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Rams vs Philadelphia Eagles?
Q1: Los Angeles Rams 14, Philadelphia Eagles 3; Q2: Los Angeles Rams 7, Philadelphia Eagles 13; Q3: Los Angeles Rams 3, Philadelphia Eagles 0; Q4: Los Angeles Rams 13, Philadelphia Eagles 3; Final: Los Angeles Rams 37, Philadelphia Eagles 19.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Rams vs Philadelphia Eagles?
Los Angeles Rams touchdown — T. Higbee (J. Goff pass) (Q1 56:19) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — R. Woods (Q1 46:54) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — T. Higbee (J. Goff pass) (Q2 42:20) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — C. Wentz (Q2 36:12) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — M. Sanders (Q2 30:39) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — T. Higbee (J. Goff pass) (Q4 11:00) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — D. Henderson (Q4 3:41) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — J. Elliott (Q1 51:46, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — S. Sloman (Q3 17:18, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — J. Elliott (Q4 12:11, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Los Angeles Rams vs Philadelphia Eagles?
C. Wentz (Philadelphia Eagles), 57.8% completion, -6.6% CPOE, -0.18 EPA per dropback, -7.89 total passing EPA. J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams), 62.5% completion, +16.2% CPOE, +0.62 EPA per dropback, +19.83 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Rams vs Philadelphia Eagles?
J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams) led the game in total EPA with +19.83 on passing plays. across 32 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-5.26 EPA): (8:14) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass deep middle intended for 19-J.Arcega-Whiteside INTERCEPTED by 31-D.Williams at LA -2. Touchback.. The biggest win-probability swing was -16.4%.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Rams
Entered 1-0 Now 2-0 W
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 0-1 Now 0-2 L
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