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NFL · Week 10 · November 12, 2006 · 12 min read

Los Angeles Chargers vs. Cincinnati Bengals: 2006 Week 10 Recap

Chargers defeat Bengals 49–41 in Week 10

Philip Rivers led Fantasy Impact as Chargers prevailed in a 49–41 Week 10 finish.

Los Angeles Chargers 49 7–2 Winner
Final 49–41
Cincinnati Bengals 41 4–5
Winner
Los Angeles Chargers
Final score
49–41
Halftime
Los Angeles Chargers 7–28 Cincinnati Bengals
Top passer
C. Palmer
FantasyHQ MVP
Philip Rivers
Game date
November 12, 2006

Top fantasy performers · Chargers

  • Philip Rivers
    Philip Rivers 24/41 · 327 YDS · 3 TD +22.1 Fantasy Impact
  • M.Floyd 5 REC · 109 YDS · 1 TD +12.4 Fantasy Impact
  • A.Gates 5 REC · 69 YDS +7.5 Fantasy Impact

Top fantasy performers · Bengals

  • Cornelius Johnson
    Cornelius Johnson 11 REC · 260 YDS · 2 TD +18.9 Fantasy Impact
  • C.Palmer 31/46 · 421 YDS · 3 TD +13.2 Fantasy Impact
  • T.Houshmandzadeh 7 REC · 88 YDS +8.4 Fantasy Impact
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Game story

The Los Angeles Chargers defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 49–41 in Week 10 of the 2006 NFL season on 2006-11-12, a matchup that built a comfortable lead. The decisive swing (-27.9% win probability) came in the fourth quarter when Cincinnati Bengals swung the momentum.

In Week 10 of the 2006 NFL season on 2006-11-12, the Los Angeles Chargers took care of business against the Cincinnati Bengals, pulling away with a 49–41 final that built a comfortable lead.

The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 31 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.

C. Palmer (Cincinnati Bengals) paced the passing game, with +13.22 total EPA, and +20.9% completion percentage over expected.

On the individual side, P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +22.12 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.

The momentum swing (-27.9% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Cincinnati Bengals changed the game: (14:55) 9-C.Palmer sacked at CIN 9 for -11 yards (95-S.Phillips). FUMBLES (95-S.Phillips), RECOVERED by LAC-95-S.Phillips at CIN 9. 95-S.Phillips to CIN 9 for no gain (31-J.Johnson).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Q1Q2Q3Q4—T
Los Angeles Chargers072121049
Cincinnati Bengals217103041

Stars of the game

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

  1. 1 P. Rivers · Los Angeles Chargers · Passing · +22.12 total EPA · 41 snaps · +0.54 EPA/play
  2. 2 C. Johnson · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +18.86 total EPA · 11 snaps · +1.71 EPA/play
  3. 3 C. Palmer · Cincinnati Bengals · Passing · +13.22 total EPA · 46 snaps · +0.29 EPA/play
  4. 4 M. Floyd · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +12.36 total EPA · 5 snaps · +2.47 EPA/play
  5. 5 T. Houshmandzadeh · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +8.39 total EPA · 7 snaps · +1.20 EPA/play
  6. 6 A. Gates · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +7.55 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.51 EPA/play
  7. 7 B. Manumaleuna · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +5.71 total EPA · 2 snaps · +2.86 EPA/play
  8. 8 L. Tomlinson · Los Angeles Chargers · Rushing · +4.95 total EPA · 22 snaps · +0.22 EPA/play

Player of the game

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

P. Rivers — LAC · Passing

P. Rivers posted the highest total EPA (+22.12) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Chargers's efficiency. Across 41 counted snaps, they averaged +0.54 EPA per play.

The signature play (+5.72 EPA) came from Cincinnati Bengals: (3:03) 9-C.Palmer pass deep left to 85-C.Johnson for 74 yards, TOUCHDOWN.

Who scored touchdowns and field goals

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

Touchdowns

  • Cincinnati Bengals — J. Johnson (Q1 55:01)
  • Cincinnati Bengals — R. Johnson (Q1 46:43)
  • Cincinnati Bengals — C. Johnson (C. Palmer pass) (Q1 45:17)
  • Los Angeles Chargers — L. Tomlinson (Q2 35:33)
  • Cincinnati Bengals — C. Henry (C. Palmer pass) (Q2 30:21)
  • Los Angeles Chargers — L. Tomlinson (Q3 25:51)
  • Los Angeles Chargers — M. Floyd (P. Rivers pass) (Q3 24:15)
  • Los Angeles Chargers — B. Manumaleuna (P. Rivers pass) (Q3 18:14)
  • Cincinnati Bengals — C. Johnson (C. Palmer pass) (Q3 18:03)
  • Los Angeles Chargers — L. Tomlinson (Q4 15:00)
  • Los Angeles Chargers — L. Tomlinson (Q4 14:46)
  • Los Angeles Chargers — B. Manumaleuna (P. Rivers pass) (Q4 2:37)

Field goals

  • Cincinnati Bengals — S. Graham (Q3 21:31)
  • Cincinnati Bengals — S. Graham (Q4 7:53)

How it unfolded, quarter by quarter

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

The opening quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 21–0. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the LAC 3 (Q1 55:01) — (10:01) 31-J.Johnson up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q1 54:57) — 17-S.Graham extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-19-K.Larson.; Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the LAC 7 (Q1 46:43) — (1:43) 32-R.Johnson left end for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q1 46:36) — 17-S.Graham extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-19-K.Larson.; Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the LAC 51 (Q1 45:17) — (:17) 9-C.Palmer pass deep right to 85-C.Johnson for 51 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q1 45:09) — 17-S.Graham extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-19-K.Larson..

The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the CIN 9 (Q2 35:33); Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q2 35:27) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the LAC 7 (Q2 30:21) — (:21) 9-C.Palmer pass short middle to 15-C.Henry for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q2 30:16) — 17-S.Graham extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-19-K.Larson..

The third quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 21–10. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the CIN 4 (Q3 25:51) — (10:51) 21-L.Tomlinson left tackle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q3 25:47) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the CIN 46 (Q3 24:15); Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q3 24:08) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Cincinnati Bengals connected on a field goal from the LAC 3 (Q3 21:31) — (6:31) 17-S.Graham 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-19-K.Larson.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the CIN 9 (Q3 18:14) — (3:14) 17-P.Rivers pass short right to 86-B.Manumaleuna for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q3 18:08) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the LAC 74 (Q3 18:03) — (3:03) 9-C.Palmer pass deep left to 85-C.Johnson for 74 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q3 17:50) — 17-S.Graham extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-19-K.Larson..

The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 21–3. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the CIN 2 (Q4 15:00); Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q4 14:55) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the CIN 9 (Q4 14:46) — (14:46) 21-L.Tomlinson left end for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q4 14:40) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Cincinnati Bengals connected on a field goal from the LAC 26 (Q4 7:53) — (7:53) 17-S.Graham 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-19-K.Larson.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the CIN 5 (Q4 2:37) — (2:37) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short left to 86-B.Manumaleuna for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN [40-M.Williams].; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q4 2:29) — 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.

  • Cincinnati Bengals (Q4 14:55) — (14:55) 9-C.Palmer sacked at CIN 9 for -11 yards (95-S.Phillips). FUMBLES (95-S.Phillips), RECOVERED by LAC-95-S.Phillips at CIN 9. 95-S.Phillips to CIN 9 for no gain (31-J.Johnson). [WPA -27.9% · EPA -5.62]
  • Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 4:51) — (4:51) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short middle to 85-A.Gates to CIN 8 for 27 yards (40-M.Williams). [WPA +14.6% · EPA +3.02]
  • Cincinnati Bengals (Q3 18:03) — (3:03) 9-C.Palmer pass deep left to 85-C.Johnson for 74 yards, TOUCHDOWN. [WPA +13.5% · EPA +5.72]
  • Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 2:37) — (2:37) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short left to 86-B.Manumaleuna for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN [40-M.Williams]. [WPA +11.5% · EPA +3.10]
  • Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 6:08) — (6:08) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short left to 80-M.Floyd pushed ob at CIN 37 for 12 yards (20-T.James). Play Challenged by CIN and Upheld. (Timeout #2 by CIN.) [WPA +10.6% · EPA +1.99]

Impact plays

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

  • Cincinnati Bengals (Q3 18:03) — (3:03) 9-C.Palmer pass deep left to 85-C.Johnson for 74 yards, TOUCHDOWN. [WPA +13.5% · EPA +5.72]
  • Cincinnati Bengals (Q4 14:55) — (14:55) 9-C.Palmer sacked at CIN 9 for -11 yards (95-S.Phillips). FUMBLES (95-S.Phillips), RECOVERED by LAC-95-S.Phillips at CIN 9. 95-S.Phillips to CIN 9 for no gain (31-J.Johnson). [WPA -27.9% · EPA -5.62]
  • Los Angeles Chargers (Q3 24:15) — (9:15) 17-P.Rivers pass deep right to 80-M.Floyd for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN. {D.O'Neal (CIN#24) injured on the play, came off the field, straight to the locker room, with assistance} [WPA +8.2% · EPA +4.48]
  • Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 45:17) — (:17) 9-C.Palmer pass deep right to 85-C.Johnson for 51 yards, TOUCHDOWN. [WPA +0.3% · EPA +4.28]

Quarterback report card

C.Palmer led all passers in efficiency for Cincinnati Bengals, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.

  • C.Palmer (Cincinnati Bengals) · 46 dropbacks · 67.4% completion · +20.9% CPOE · +0.29 EPA/play · +13.22 total EPA
  • P.Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) · 41 dropbacks · 58.5% completion · +8.0% CPOE · +0.54 EPA/play · +22.12 total EPA

Team stats comparison

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

StatLos Angeles ChargersCincinnati Bengals
Offensive EPA/play+0.336+0.182
Offensive success rate52.8%58.1%
Pass EPA/play+0.540+0.287
Rush EPA/play+0.195+0.065
Defensive EPA/play-0.182-0.336
Defensive success rate41.9%47.2%

By the numbers

Despite the final score, Los Angeles Chargers generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.34 vs +0.18), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.

  • Cincinnati Bengals: 13 drives, +16.94 total EPA, 7 scoring drives
  • Los Angeles Chargers: 14 drives, +29.93 total EPA, 7 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.
  • P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
  • C. Palmer (CIN) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
  • P. Rivers (LAC) 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.

  1. Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q1 55:01 · LAC 3 · Score 0-6
    (10:01) 31-J.Johnson up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
  2. Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q1 54:57 · LAC 2 · Score 0-7
    17-S.Graham extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-19-K.Larson.
  3. Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q1 46:43 · LAC 7 · Score 0-13
    (1:43) 32-R.Johnson left end for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
  4. Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q1 46:36 · LAC 2 · Score 0-14
    17-S.Graham extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-19-K.Larson.
  5. Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q1 45:17 · LAC 51 · Score 0-20
    (:17) 9-C.Palmer pass deep right to 85-C.Johnson for 51 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
  6. Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q1 45:09 · LAC 2 · Score 0-21
    17-S.Graham extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-19-K.Larson.
  7. Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q2 35:33 · CIN 9 · Score 6-21
    (5:33) 21-L.Tomlinson left tackle for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN. {L.Johnson (CIN#59) injured on the play, came off the field, straight to the locker room, with assista
  8. Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q2 35:27 · CIN 2 · Score 7-21
    10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.
  9. Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q2 30:21 · LAC 7 · Score 7-27
    (:21) 9-C.Palmer pass short middle to 15-C.Henry for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
  10. Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q2 30:16 · LAC 2 · Score 7-28
    17-S.Graham extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-19-K.Larson.
  11. Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q3 25:51 · CIN 4 · Score 13-28
    (10:51) 21-L.Tomlinson left tackle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
  12. Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q3 25:47 · CIN 2 · Score 14-28
    10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.
  13. Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q3 24:15 · CIN 46 · Score 20-28
    (9:15) 17-P.Rivers pass deep right to 80-M.Floyd for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN. {D.O'Neal (CIN#24) injured on the play, came off the field, straight to the locker roo
  14. Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q3 24:08 · CIN 2 · Score 21-28
    10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.
  15. Cincinnati Bengals FG (+3) — Q3 21:31 · LAC 3 · Score 21-31
    (6:31) 17-S.Graham 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-19-K.Larson.
  16. Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q3 18:14 · CIN 9 · Score 27-31
    (3:14) 17-P.Rivers pass short right to 86-B.Manumaleuna for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
  17. Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q3 18:08 · CIN 2 · Score 28-31
    10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.
  18. Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q3 18:03 · LAC 74 · Score 28-37
    (3:03) 9-C.Palmer pass deep left to 85-C.Johnson for 74 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
  19. Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q3 17:50 · LAC 2 · Score 28-38
    17-S.Graham extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-19-K.Larson.
  20. Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q4 15:00 · CIN 2 · Score 34-38
    (15:00) 21-L.Tomlinson left end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on CIN-40-M.Williams, Face Mask (15 Yards), 15 yards, enforced between downs.
  21. Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q4 14:55 · CIN 2 · Score 35-38
    10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.
  22. Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q4 14:46 · CIN 9 · Score 41-38
    (14:46) 21-L.Tomlinson left end for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
  23. Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q4 14:40 · CIN 2 · Score 42-38
    10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.
  24. Cincinnati Bengals FG (+3) — Q4 7:53 · LAC 26 · Score 42-41
    (7:53) 17-S.Graham 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-19-K.Larson.
  25. Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q4 2:37 · CIN 5 · Score 48-41
    (2:37) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short left to 86-B.Manumaleuna for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN [40-M.Williams].
  26. Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q4 2:29 · CIN 2 · Score 49-41
    10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.

Frequently asked questions

Who won Los Angeles Chargers vs Cincinnati Bengals?

The Los Angeles Chargers beat the Cincinnati Bengals 49-41 in Week 10, 2006 on 2006-11-12.

What was the final score of Los Angeles Chargers vs Cincinnati Bengals?

The final score was Los Angeles Chargers 49, Cincinnati Bengals 41 (LAC 49-41 CIN) in Week 10, 2006 on 2006-11-12.

What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Chargers vs Cincinnati Bengals?

Q1: Los Angeles Chargers 0, Cincinnati Bengals 21; Q2: Los Angeles Chargers 7, Cincinnati Bengals 7; Q3: Los Angeles Chargers 21, Cincinnati Bengals 10; Q4: Los Angeles Chargers 21, Cincinnati Bengals 3; Final: Los Angeles Chargers 49, Cincinnati Bengals 41.

Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Chargers vs Cincinnati Bengals?

Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — J. Johnson (Q1 55:01) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — R. Johnson (Q1 46:43) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — C. Johnson (C. Palmer pass) (Q1 45:17) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — L. Tomlinson (Q2 35:33) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — C. Henry (C. Palmer pass) (Q2 30:21) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — L. Tomlinson (Q3 25:51) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — M. Floyd (P. Rivers pass) (Q3 24:15) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — B. Manumaleuna (P. Rivers pass) (Q3 18:14) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — C. Johnson (C. Palmer pass) (Q3 18:03) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — L. Tomlinson (Q4 15:00) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — L. Tomlinson (Q4 14:46) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — B. Manumaleuna (P. Rivers pass) (Q4 2:37) Cincinnati Bengals field goal — S. Graham (Q3 21:31, 3 pts) Cincinnati Bengals field goal — S. Graham (Q4 7:53, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.

How did the quarterbacks play in Los Angeles Chargers vs Cincinnati Bengals?

C. Palmer (Cincinnati Bengals), 67.4% completion, +20.9% CPOE, +0.29 EPA per dropback, +13.22 total passing EPA. P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers), 58.5% completion, +8.0% CPOE, +0.54 EPA per dropback, +22.12 total passing EPA.

Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Chargers vs Cincinnati Bengals?

P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) led the game in total EPA with +22.12 on passing plays. across 41 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+5.72 EPA): (3:03) 9-C.Palmer pass deep left to 85-C.Johnson for 74 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -27.9%.

Season records after this game

Los Angeles Chargers

Entered 6-2 Now 7-2 W

Cincinnati Bengals

Entered 4-4 Now 4-5 L

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