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NFL · Week 7 · October 23, 2016 · 12 min read

Los Angeles Chargers vs. Atlanta Falcons: 2016 Week 7 Recap

Chargers defeat Falcons 33–30 in Week 7

Ty.Williams led Fantasy Impact as Chargers prevailed in a 33–30 Week 7 finish.

Los Angeles Chargers 33 3–4 Winner
Final 33–30
Atlanta Falcons 30 4–3
Winner
Los Angeles Chargers
Final score
33–30
Halftime
Los Angeles Chargers 17–27 Atlanta Falcons
Top passer
Philip Rivers
FantasyHQ MVP
Ty.Williams
Game date
October 23, 2016

Top fantasy performers · Chargers

  • Ty.Williams 7 REC · 140 YDS +10.7 Fantasy Impact
  • Philip Rivers
    Philip Rivers 27/48 · 348 YDS · 2 TD +7.6 Fantasy Impact
  • T.Benjamin 4 REC · 54 YDS +5.0 Fantasy Impact

Top fantasy performers · Falcons

  • Justin Jones
    Justin Jones 9 REC · 174 YDS +5.8 Fantasy Impact
  • Tavian Coleman 8 CAR · 64 YDS · 1 TD +4.1 Fantasy Impact
  • J.Tamme 1 REC · 17 YDS · 1 TD +2.1 Fantasy Impact
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Game story

The Los Angeles Chargers defeated the Atlanta Falcons 33–30 in Week 7 of the 2016 NFL season on 2016-10-23, a matchup that came down to the wire. The decisive swing (-29.1% win probability) came in the fourth quarter when Atlanta Falcons swung the momentum.

In Week 7 of the 2016 NFL season on 2016-10-23, the Los Angeles Chargers took care of business against the Atlanta Falcons, pulling away with a 33–30 final that came down to the wire.

The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 31 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.

P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) paced the passing game, with +7.58 total EPA, and -1.6% completion percentage over expected.

On the individual side, Ty. Williams (Los Angeles Chargers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +10.67 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.

The momentum swing (-29.1% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Atlanta Falcons changed the game: (:01) 3-M.Bryant 58 yard field goal is No Good, Hit Left Upright, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Q1Q2Q3Q4OTT
Los Angeles Chargers710310333
Atlanta Falcons62103030

Stars of the game

Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.

  1. 1 Ty. Williams · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +10.67 total EPA · 10 snaps · +1.07 EPA/play
  2. 2 P. Rivers · Los Angeles Chargers · Passing · +7.58 total EPA · 48 snaps · +0.16 EPA/play
  3. 3 J. Jones · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +5.75 total EPA · 15 snaps · +0.38 EPA/play
  4. 4 T. Benjamin · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +5.00 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.00 EPA/play
  5. 5 M. Gordon · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +4.65 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.66 EPA/play
  6. 6 T. Coleman · Atlanta Falcons · Rushing · +4.10 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.51 EPA/play
  7. 7 J. Tamme · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +2.08 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.69 EPA/play
  8. 8 A. Gates · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +1.97 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.20 EPA/play

Player of the game

FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.

Ty. Williams — LAC · Receiving

Ty. Williams posted the highest total EPA (+10.67) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Chargers's efficiency. Across 10 counted snaps, they averaged +1.07 EPA per play.

The signature play (-6.91 EPA) came from Los Angeles Chargers: (3:42) 17-P.Rivers pass short middle intended for 33-D.McCluster INTERCEPTED by 45-D.Jones at ATL 48. 45-D.Jones to LAC 10 for 42 yards (16-Ty.Williams).

Who scored touchdowns and field goals

Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.

Touchdowns

  • Los Angeles Chargers — M. Gordon (Q1 55:59)
  • Atlanta Falcons — J. Tamme (M. Ryan pass) (Q2 39:12)
  • Atlanta Falcons — T. Coleman (Q2 36:15)
  • Atlanta Falcons — A. Clayborn (Q2 34:41)
  • Los Angeles Chargers — M. Gordon (Q2 31:06)
  • Los Angeles Chargers — M. Gordon (P. Rivers pass) (Q4 6:03)

Field goals

  • Atlanta Falcons — M. Bryant (Q1 51:31)
  • Atlanta Falcons — M. Bryant (Q1 47:38)
  • Los Angeles Chargers — J. Lambo (Q2 43:34)
  • Los Angeles Chargers — J. Lambo (Q3 19:54)
  • Atlanta Falcons — M. Bryant (Q4 13:28)
  • Los Angeles Chargers — J. Lambo (Q4 0:22)
  • Los Angeles Chargers — J. Lambo (OT 9:06)

How it unfolded, quarter by quarter

A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.

The opening quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 7–6. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the ATL 2 (Q1 55:59) — (10:59) (Shotgun) 28-M.Gordon left end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the ATL 15 (Q1 55:55) — 2-J.Lambo extra point is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-10-K.Clemens.; Atlanta Falcons connected on a field goal from the LAC 24 (Q1 51:31) — (6:31) 3-M.Bryant 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Atlanta Falcons connected on a field goal from the LAC 9 (Q1 47:38) — (2:38) 3-M.Bryant 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher..

The second quarter: Atlanta Falcons won the period 21–10. Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the ATL 22 (Q2 43:34) — (13:34) 2-J.Lambo 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-10-K.Clemens.; Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the LAC 17 (Q2 39:12) — (9:12) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep middle to 83-J.Tamme for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q2 39:06) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the LAC 30 (Q2 36:15) — (6:15) 26-T.Coleman right tackle for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q2 36:07) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the ATL 83 (Q2 34:41); Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q2 34:31) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the ATL 3 (Q2 31:06) — (1:06) 28-M.Gordon left guard for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the ATL 15 (Q2 31:02) — 2-J.Lambo extra point is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-10-K.Clemens..

The third quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 3–0. Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the ATL 19 (Q3 19:54) — (4:54) 2-J.Lambo 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-10-K.Clemens..

The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 10–3. Atlanta Falcons connected on a field goal from the LAC 13 (Q4 13:28) — (13:28) 3-M.Bryant 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the ATL 5 (Q4 6:03) — (6:03) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short left to 28-M.Gordon for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the ATL 15 (Q4 5:59) — 2-J.Lambo extra point is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-10-K.Clemens.; Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the ATL 15 (Q4 0:22) — (:22) 2-J.Lambo 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-10-K.Clemens..

Overtime: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 3–0. Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the ATL 24 (OT 9:06) — (9:06) 2-J.Lambo 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-10-K.Clemens..

Turning points

Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.

  • Atlanta Falcons (Q4 0:01) — (:01) 3-M.Bryant 58 yard field goal is No Good, Hit Left Upright, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. [WPA -29.1% · EPA -1.67]
  • Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 48:42) — (3:42) 17-P.Rivers pass short middle intended for 33-D.McCluster INTERCEPTED by 45-D.Jones at ATL 48. 45-D.Jones to LAC 10 for 42 yards (16-Ty.Williams). [WPA -18.2% · EPA -6.91]
  • Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 57:17) — (12:17) 17-P.Rivers pass deep right to 16-Ty.Williams pushed ob at ATL 10 for 49 yards (37-R.Allen). [WPA +14.4% · EPA +3.55]
  • Atlanta Falcons (Q4 3:41) — (3:41) 2-M.Ryan pass deep middle intended for 11-J.Jones INTERCEPTED by 52-D.Perryman at LAC 34. 52-D.Perryman to LAC 35 for 1 yard (11-J.Jones). [WPA -14.3% · EPA -3.84]
  • Los Angeles Chargers (OT 12:12) — (12:12) 28-M.Gordon right guard to ATL 45 for -2 yards (41-P.Wheeler). [WPA -14.1% · EPA -1.17]

Impact plays

Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.

  • Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 48:42) — (3:42) 17-P.Rivers pass short middle intended for 33-D.McCluster INTERCEPTED by 45-D.Jones at ATL 48. 45-D.Jones to LAC 10 for 42 yards (16-Ty.Williams). [WPA -18.2% · EPA -6.91]
  • Los Angeles Chargers (Q2 34:41) — (4:41) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers sacked at LAC 8 for -9 yards (44-V.Beasley). FUMBLES (44-V.Beasley) [44-V.Beasley], touched at LAC 10, RECOVERED by ATL-99-A.Clayborn at LAC 5. 99-A.Clayborn for 5 yards, [WPA -5.8% · EPA -5.91]
  • Atlanta Falcons (Q4 3:41) — (3:41) 2-M.Ryan pass deep middle intended for 11-J.Jones INTERCEPTED by 52-D.Perryman at LAC 34. 52-D.Perryman to LAC 35 for 1 yard (11-J.Jones). [WPA -14.3% · EPA -3.84]
  • Atlanta Falcons (Q2 39:12) — (9:12) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep middle to 83-J.Tamme for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN. [WPA +12.5% · EPA +3.67]

Quarterback report card

P.Rivers led all passers in efficiency for Los Angeles Chargers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.

  • P.Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) · 48 dropbacks · 56.2% completion · -1.6% CPOE · +0.16 EPA/play · +7.58 total EPA
  • M.Ryan (Atlanta Falcons) · 40 dropbacks · 55.0% completion · +2.3% CPOE · +0.04 EPA/play · +1.77 total EPA

Team stats comparison

Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.

StatLos Angeles ChargersAtlanta Falcons
Offensive EPA/play+0.040-0.038
Offensive success rate47.4%42.5%
Pass EPA/play+0.144+0.044
Rush EPA/play-0.011-0.089
Defensive EPA/play+0.038-0.040
Defensive success rate57.5%52.6%

By the numbers

Despite the final score, Los Angeles Chargers generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.04 vs -0.04), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.

  • Atlanta Falcons: 13 drives, -3.33 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
  • Los Angeles Chargers: 11 drives, +3.84 total EPA, 8 scoring drives

Key takeaways

What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.

  • Los Angeles Chargers 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.
  • Ty. Williams (Los Angeles Chargers) 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.

  1. Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q1 55:59 · ATL 2 · Score 6-0
    (10:59) (Shotgun) 28-M.Gordon left end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
  2. Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q1 55:55 · ATL 15 · Score 7-0
    2-J.Lambo extra point is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-10-K.Clemens.
  3. Atlanta Falcons FG (+3) — Q1 51:31 · LAC 24 · Score 7-3
    (6:31) 3-M.Bryant 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
  4. Atlanta Falcons FG (+3) — Q1 47:38 · LAC 9 · Score 7-6
    (2:38) 3-M.Bryant 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
  5. Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q2 43:34 · ATL 22 · Score 10-6
    (13:34) 2-J.Lambo 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-10-K.Clemens.
  6. Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q2 39:12 · LAC 17 · Score 10-12
    (9:12) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep middle to 83-J.Tamme for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
  7. Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q2 39:06 · LAC 15 · Score 10-13
    3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
  8. Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q2 36:15 · LAC 30 · Score 10-19
    (6:15) 26-T.Coleman right tackle for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
  9. Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q2 36:07 · LAC 15 · Score 10-20
    3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
  10. Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q2 34:41 · ATL 83 · Score 10-26
    (4:41) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers sacked at LAC 8 for -9 yards (44-V.Beasley). FUMBLES (44-V.Beasley) [44-V.Beasley], touched at LAC 10, RECOVERED by ATL-99-A.Claybo
  11. Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q2 34:31 · LAC 15 · Score 10-27
    3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
  12. Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q2 31:06 · ATL 3 · Score 16-27
    (1:06) 28-M.Gordon left guard for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
  13. Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q2 31:02 · ATL 15 · Score 17-27
    2-J.Lambo extra point is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-10-K.Clemens.
  14. Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q3 19:54 · ATL 19 · Score 20-27
    (4:54) 2-J.Lambo 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-10-K.Clemens.
  15. Atlanta Falcons FG (+3) — Q4 13:28 · LAC 13 · Score 20-30
    (13:28) 3-M.Bryant 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
  16. Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q4 6:03 · ATL 5 · Score 26-30
    (6:03) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short left to 28-M.Gordon for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
  17. Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q4 5:59 · ATL 15 · Score 27-30
    2-J.Lambo extra point is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-10-K.Clemens.
  18. Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q4 0:22 · ATL 15 · Score 30-30
    (:22) 2-J.Lambo 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-10-K.Clemens.
  19. Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — OT 9:06 · ATL 24 · Score 33-30
    (9:06) 2-J.Lambo 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-10-K.Clemens.

Frequently asked questions

Who won Los Angeles Chargers vs Atlanta Falcons?

The Los Angeles Chargers beat the Atlanta Falcons 33-30 in Week 7, 2016 on 2016-10-23.

What was the final score of Los Angeles Chargers vs Atlanta Falcons?

The final score was Los Angeles Chargers 33, Atlanta Falcons 30 (LAC 33-30 ATL) in Week 7, 2016 on 2016-10-23.

What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Chargers vs Atlanta Falcons?

Q1: Los Angeles Chargers 7, Atlanta Falcons 6; Q2: Los Angeles Chargers 10, Atlanta Falcons 21; Q3: Los Angeles Chargers 3, Atlanta Falcons 0; Q4: Los Angeles Chargers 10, Atlanta Falcons 3; Q5: Los Angeles Chargers 3, Atlanta Falcons 0; Final: Los Angeles Chargers 33, Atlanta Falcons 30.

Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Chargers vs Atlanta Falcons?

Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — M. Gordon (Q1 55:59) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — J. Tamme (M. Ryan pass) (Q2 39:12) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — T. Coleman (Q2 36:15) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — A. Clayborn (Q2 34:41) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — M. Gordon (Q2 31:06) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — M. Gordon (P. Rivers pass) (Q4 6:03) Atlanta Falcons field goal — M. Bryant (Q1 51:31, 3 pts) Atlanta Falcons field goal — M. Bryant (Q1 47:38, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — J. Lambo (Q2 43:34, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — J. Lambo (Q3 19:54, 3 pts) Atlanta Falcons field goal — M. Bryant (Q4 13:28, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — J. Lambo (Q4 0:22, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — J. Lambo (OT 9:06, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.

How did the quarterbacks play in Los Angeles Chargers vs Atlanta Falcons?

P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers), 56.2% completion, -1.6% CPOE, +0.16 EPA per dropback, +7.58 total passing EPA. M. Ryan (Atlanta Falcons), 55.0% completion, +2.3% CPOE, +0.04 EPA per dropback, +1.77 total passing EPA.

Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Chargers vs Atlanta Falcons?

Ty. Williams (Los Angeles Chargers) led the game in total EPA with +10.67 on receiving plays. across 10 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.91 EPA): (3:42) 17-P.Rivers pass short middle intended for 33-D.McCluster INTERCEPTED by 45-D.Jones at ATL 48. 45-D.Jones to LAC 10 for 42 yards (16-Ty.Williams).. The biggest win-probability swing was -29.1%.

Was Los Angeles Chargers vs Atlanta Falcons a close game?

Yes — the margin was 3 points. Los Angeles Chargers won 33-30 in a game that came down to the wire.

Season records after this game

Los Angeles Chargers

Entered 2-4 Now 3-4 W

Atlanta Falcons

Entered 4-2 Now 4-3 L

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