Game story
In Week 5 of the 2007 NFL season on 2007-10-07, the Los Angeles Chargers took care of business against the Denver Broncos, pulling away with a 41–3 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Cutler (Denver Broncos) paced the passing game, with -3.97 total EPA, and +1.4% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +27.63 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+14.8% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Los Angeles Chargers changed the game: (9:22) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short right to 21-L.Tomlinson pushed ob at DEN 37 for 36 yards (22-D.Foxworth).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Chargers | 14 | 6 | 14 | 7 | 0 | 41 |
| Denver Broncos | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 P. Rivers · Los Angeles Chargers · Passing · +27.63 total EPA · 19 snaps · +1.45 EPA/play
- 2 A. Gates · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +14.30 total EPA · 7 snaps · +2.04 EPA/play
- 3 V. Jackson · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +8.75 total EPA · 3 snaps · +2.92 EPA/play
- 4 G. Martinez · Denver Broncos · Receiving · +7.18 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.20 EPA/play
- 5 L. Tomlinson · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +7.04 total EPA · 3 snaps · +2.35 EPA/play
- 6 M. Turner · Los Angeles Chargers · Rushing · +6.12 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.61 EPA/play
- 7 T. Scheffler · Denver Broncos · Receiving · +2.42 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.21 EPA/play
- 8 N. Jackson · Denver Broncos · Receiving · +0.98 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.98 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 (+27.63) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Chargers's efficiency. Across 19 counted snaps, they averaged +1.45 EPA per play.
The signature play (-7.81 EPA) came from Denver Broncos: 10-N.Kaeding kicks 73 yards from LAC 30 to DEN -3. 86-B.Clark to DEN 20 for 23 yards (52-C.Polk). FUMBLES (52-C.Polk), RECOVERED by LAC-59-B.Siler at DEN 23. 59-B.Siler for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Los Angeles Chargers — P. Rivers
- Los Angeles Chargers — B. Siler
- Los Angeles Chargers — A. Gates (P. Rivers pass)
- Los Angeles Chargers — V. Jackson (P. Rivers pass)
- Los Angeles Chargers — M. Turner
Field goals
- Los Angeles Chargers — N. Kaeding
- Denver Broncos — J. Elam
- 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: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 14–0. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the DEN 2 (Q1 51:34) — (6:34) 17-P.Rivers right end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the DEN 2 (Q1 51:26) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LAC 30 (Q1 51:26); Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the DEN 2 (Q1 51:15) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres..
The second quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 6–3. Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the DEN 8 (Q2 41:26) — (11:26) 10-N.Kaeding 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Denver Broncos connected on a field goal from the LAC 12 (Q2 31:19) — (1:19) 1-J.Elam 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-83-M.Leach, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.; Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the DEN 27 (Q2 30:02) — (:02) 10-N.Kaeding 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres..
The third quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 14–0. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the DEN 9 (Q3 24:27) — (9:27) 17-P.Rivers pass short right to 85-A.Gates for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the DEN 2 (Q3 24:20) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the DEN 15 (Q3 15:14) — (:14) 17-P.Rivers pass to 83-V.Jackson for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the DEN 2 (Q3 15:07) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point 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 DEN 74 (Q4 9:56) — (9:56) 33-M.Turner left end for 74 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the DEN 2 (Q4 9:42) — 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 (Q1 54:22) — (9:22) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short right to 21-L.Tomlinson pushed ob at DEN 37 for 36 yards (22-D.Foxworth).
- Denver Broncos (Q1 51:26) — 10-N.Kaeding kicks 73 yards from LAC 30 to DEN -3. 86-B.Clark to DEN 20 for 23 yards (52-C.Polk). FUMBLES (52-C.Polk), RECOVERED by LAC-59-B.Siler at DEN 23. 59-B.Siler for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 51:34) — (6:34) 17-P.Rivers right end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 46:11) — (1:11) 21-L.Tomlinson right guard to LAC 43 for 8 yards (24-C.Bailey; 25-N.Ferguson).
- Denver Broncos (Q1 57:19) — (12:19) (Shotgun) 6-J.Cutler pass short right to 35-S.Young to DEN 42 for 7 yards (23-Q.Jammer, 32-E.Weddle).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Denver Broncos (Q1 51:26) — 10-N.Kaeding kicks 73 yards from LAC 30 to DEN -3. 86-B.Clark to DEN 20 for 23 yards (52-C.Polk). FUMBLES (52-C.Polk), RECOVERED by LAC-59-B.Siler at DEN 23. 59-B.Siler for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 9:56) — (9:56) 33-M.Turner left end for 74 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 54:22) — (9:22) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short right to 21-L.Tomlinson pushed ob at DEN 37 for 36 yards (22-D.Foxworth).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q3 26:51) — (11:51) 17-P.Rivers pass deep middle to 83-V.Jackson to DEN 16 for 45 yards (52-I.Gold).
Quarterback report card
J.Cutler led all passers in efficiency for Denver Broncos, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Cutler (Denver Broncos) · 40 dropbacks · 57.5% completion · +1.4% CPOE · -0.10 EPA/play · -3.97 total EPA
- P.Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) · 19 dropbacks · 68.4% completion · +15.7% CPOE · +1.45 EPA/play · +27.63 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Los Angeles Chargers | Denver Broncos |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.337 | -0.267 |
| Offensive success rate | 47.9% | 41.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +1.454 | -0.099 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.001 | -0.418 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.267 | -0.337 |
| Defensive success rate | 58.3% | 52.1% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Los Angeles Chargers generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.34 vs -0.27), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Denver Broncos: 10 drives, -19.20 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Los Angeles Chargers: 11 drives, +24.61 total EPA, 6 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.
- 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.
- Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q1 51:34 · DEN 2 · Score 6-0
(6:34) 17-P.Rivers right end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q1 51:26 · DEN 2 · Score 7-0
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q1 51:26 · LAC 30 · Score 13-0
10-N.Kaeding kicks 73 yards from LAC 30 to DEN -3. 86-B.Clark to DEN 20 for 23 yards (52-C.Polk). FUMBLES (52-C.Polk), RECOVERED by LAC-59-B.Siler at DEN 23. 59 - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q1 51:15 · DEN 2 · Score 14-0
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q2 41:26 · DEN 8 · Score 17-0
(11:26) 10-N.Kaeding 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Denver Broncos FG (+3) — Q2 31:19 · LAC 12 · Score 17-3
(1:19) 1-J.Elam 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-83-M.Leach, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q2 30:02 · DEN 27 · Score 20-3
(:02) 10-N.Kaeding 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q3 24:27 · DEN 9 · Score 26-3
(9:27) 17-P.Rivers pass short right to 85-A.Gates for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q3 24:20 · DEN 2 · Score 27-3
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q3 15:14 · DEN 15 · Score 33-3
(:14) 17-P.Rivers pass to 83-V.Jackson for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q3 15:07 · DEN 2 · Score 34-3
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q4 9:56 · DEN 74 · Score 40-3
(9:56) 33-M.Turner left end for 74 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q4 9:42 · DEN 2 · Score 41-3
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Los Angeles Chargers vs Denver Broncos?
The Los Angeles Chargers beat the Denver Broncos 41-3 in Week 5, 2007 on 2007-10-07.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Chargers vs Denver Broncos?
The final score was Los Angeles Chargers 41, Denver Broncos 3 (LAC 41-3 DEN) in Week 5, 2007 on 2007-10-07.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Chargers vs Denver Broncos?
Q1: Los Angeles Chargers 14, Denver Broncos 0; Q2: Los Angeles Chargers 6, Denver Broncos 3; Q3: Los Angeles Chargers 14, Denver Broncos 0; Q4: Los Angeles Chargers 7, Denver Broncos 0; Final: Los Angeles Chargers 41, Denver Broncos 3.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Chargers vs Denver Broncos?
Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — P. Rivers (Q1 51:34) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — B. Siler (Q1 51:26) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — A. Gates (P. Rivers pass) (Q3 24:27) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — V. Jackson (P. Rivers pass) (Q3 15:14) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — M. Turner (Q4 9:56) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — N. Kaeding (Q2 41:26, 3 pts) Denver Broncos field goal — J. Elam (Q2 31:19, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — N. Kaeding (Q2 30:02, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Los Angeles Chargers vs Denver Broncos?
J. Cutler (Denver Broncos), 57.5% completion, +1.4% CPOE, -0.10 EPA per dropback, -3.97 total passing EPA. P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers), 68.4% completion, +15.7% CPOE, +1.45 EPA per dropback, +27.63 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Chargers vs Denver Broncos?
P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) led the game in total EPA with +27.63 on passing plays. across 19 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-7.81 EPA): 10-N.Kaeding kicks 73 yards from LAC 30 to DEN -3. 86-B.Clark to DEN 20 for 23 yards (52-C.Polk). FUMBLES (52-C.Polk), RECOVERED by LAC-59-B.Siler at DEN 23. 59-B.Siler for 23 yard. The biggest win-probability swing was +14.8%.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Chargers
Entered 1-3 Now 2-3 W
Denver Broncos
Entered 2-2 Now 2-3 L
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