Game story
In Week 7 of the 2004 NFL season on 2004-10-24, the Los Angeles Chargers took care of business against the Carolina Panthers, pulling away with a 17–6 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Delhomme (Carolina Panthers) paced the passing game, with -5.92 total EPA.
On the individual side, A. Gates (Los Angeles Chargers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +7.32 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+15.1% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Los Angeles Chargers changed the game: (3:05) 9-D.Brees pass to 88-E.Parker to LAC 40 for 16 yards (28-C.Branch).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q3 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Chargers | 0 | 10 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Carolina Panthers | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 A. Gates · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +7.32 total EPA · 7 snaps · +1.05 EPA/play
- 2 D. Brees · Los Angeles Chargers · Passing · +6.01 total EPA · 35 snaps · +0.17 EPA/play
- 3 J. Chatman · Los Angeles Chargers · Rushing · +5.32 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.66 EPA/play
- 4 E. Parker · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +4.82 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.21 EPA/play
- 5 K. McCardell · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +4.25 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.85 EPA/play
- 6 K. Colbert · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +3.51 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.50 EPA/play
- 7 M. Muhammad · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +2.69 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.90 EPA/play
- 8 B. Hoover · Carolina Panthers · Rushing · +1.78 total EPA · 25 snaps · +0.07 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
A. Gates — LAC · Receiving
A. Gates posted the highest total EPA (+7.32) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Chargers's efficiency. Across 7 counted snaps, they averaged +1.05 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.42 EPA) came from Los Angeles Chargers: (8:14) 21-L.Tomlinson up the middle to LAC 32 for no gain (30-M.Minter). FUMBLES (30-M.Minter), RECOVERED by CAR-55-D.Morgan at LAC 34.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Los Angeles Chargers — L. Tomlinson
- Los Angeles Chargers — J. Chatman
Field goals
- Carolina Panthers — J. Kasay
- Carolina Panthers — J. Kasay
- Los Angeles Chargers — N. Kaeding
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Carolina Panthers won the period 6–0. Carolina Panthers connected on a field goal from the LAC 10 (Q1 53:23) — (8:23) 4-J.Kasay 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.; Carolina Panthers connected on a field goal from the LAC 4 (Q1 48:31) — (3:31) 4-J.Kasay 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun..
The third quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 10–0. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the CAR 8 (Q3 23:19) — (8:19) 21-L.Tomlinson left end for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the CAR 2 (Q3 23:13) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the CAR 26 (Q3 17:41) — (2:41) 10-N.Kaeding 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 7–0. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the CAR 5 (Q4 1:47) — (1:47) 24-J.Chatman right guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by Review Assistant and Upheld.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the CAR 2 (Q4 1:42) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 3:05) — (3:05) 9-D.Brees pass to 88-E.Parker to LAC 40 for 16 yards (28-C.Branch).
- Carolina Panthers (Q4 3:24) — (3:24) (Shotgun) 17-J.Delhomme pass incomplete to 87-M.Muhammad (25-J.Fletcher).
- Carolina Panthers (Q4 4:45) — (4:45) (Shotgun) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 86-K.Mangum to LAC 25 for 15 yards (23-Q.Jammer).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 53:14) — (8:14) 21-L.Tomlinson up the middle to LAC 32 for no gain (30-M.Minter). FUMBLES (30-M.Minter), RECOVERED by CAR-55-D.Morgan at LAC 34.
- Carolina Panthers (Q4 4:45) — (4:45) (Shotgun) PENALTY on CAR-79-D.Brzezinski, False Start, 5 yards, enforced at LAC 25 - No Play.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 53:14) — (8:14) 21-L.Tomlinson up the middle to LAC 32 for no gain (30-M.Minter). FUMBLES (30-M.Minter), RECOVERED by CAR-55-D.Morgan at LAC 34.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 2:19) — (2:19) 24-J.Chatman left guard to CAR 8 for 52 yards (24-R.Manning).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 1:47) — (1:47) 24-J.Chatman right guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by Review Assistant and Upheld.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 47:40) — (2:40) 9-D.Brees pass to 88-E.Parker to LAC 36 for 18 yards (42-T.Tillman). PENALTY on CAR-20-C.Gamble, Unnecessary Roughness, 15 yards, enforced at LAC 36.
Quarterback report card
J.Delhomme led all passers in efficiency for Carolina Panthers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Delhomme (Carolina Panthers) · 40 dropbacks · 42.5% completion · -0.15 EPA/play · -5.92 total EPA
- D.Brees (Los Angeles Chargers) · 35 dropbacks · 60.0% completion · +0.17 EPA/play · +6.01 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Los Angeles Chargers | Carolina Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.073 | -0.099 |
| Offensive success rate | 46.2% | 44.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.172 | -0.148 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.022 | -0.071 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.099 | -0.073 |
| Defensive success rate | 55.8% | 53.8% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Los Angeles Chargers generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.07 vs -0.10), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Carolina Panthers: 11 drives, -8.50 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Los Angeles Chargers: 11 drives, +5.66 total EPA, 3 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.
- A. Gates (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.
- Carolina Panthers FG (+3) — Q1 53:23 · LAC 10 · Score 0-3
(8:23) 4-J.Kasay 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun. - Carolina Panthers FG (+3) — Q1 48:31 · LAC 4 · Score 0-6
(3:31) 4-J.Kasay 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q3 23:19 · CAR 8 · Score 6-6
(8:19) 21-L.Tomlinson left end for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q3 23:13 · CAR 2 · Score 7-6
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q3 17:41 · CAR 26 · Score 10-6
(2:41) 10-N.Kaeding 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q4 1:47 · CAR 5 · Score 16-6
(1:47) 24-J.Chatman right guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by Review Assistant and Upheld. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q4 1:42 · CAR 2 · Score 17-6
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Los Angeles Chargers vs Carolina Panthers?
The Los Angeles Chargers beat the Carolina Panthers 17-6 in Week 7, 2004 on 2004-10-24.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Chargers vs Carolina Panthers?
The final score was Los Angeles Chargers 17, Carolina Panthers 6 (LAC 17-6 CAR) in Week 7, 2004 on 2004-10-24.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Chargers vs Carolina Panthers?
Q1: Los Angeles Chargers 0, Carolina Panthers 6; Q3: Los Angeles Chargers 10, Carolina Panthers 0; Q4: Los Angeles Chargers 7, Carolina Panthers 0; Final: Los Angeles Chargers 17, Carolina Panthers 6.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Chargers vs Carolina Panthers?
Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — L. Tomlinson (Q3 23:19) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — J. Chatman (Q4 1:47) Carolina Panthers field goal — J. Kasay (Q1 53:23, 3 pts) Carolina Panthers field goal — J. Kasay (Q1 48:31, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — N. Kaeding (Q3 17:41, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Los Angeles Chargers vs Carolina Panthers?
J. Delhomme (Carolina Panthers), 42.5% completion, -0.15 EPA per dropback, -5.92 total passing EPA. D. Brees (Los Angeles Chargers), 60.0% completion, +0.17 EPA per dropback, +6.01 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Chargers vs Carolina Panthers?
A. Gates (Los Angeles Chargers) led the game in total EPA with +7.32 on receiving plays. across 7 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.42 EPA): (8:14) 21-L.Tomlinson up the middle to LAC 32 for no gain (30-M.Minter). FUMBLES (30-M.Minter), RECOVERED by CAR-55-D.Morgan at LAC 34.. The biggest win-probability swing was +15.1%.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Chargers
Entered 3-3 Now 4-3 W
Carolina Panthers
Entered 1-4 Now 1-5 L
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