Game story
In Week 7 of the 2006 NFL season on 2006-10-22, the Kansas City Chiefs took care of business against the Los Angeles Chargers, pulling away with a 30–27 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) paced the passing game, with +3.11 total EPA.
On the individual side, T. Gonzalez (Kansas City Chiefs) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +8.78 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-18.5% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Kansas City Chiefs changed the game: (7:44) 11-D.Huard sacked at KC 20 for -9 yards (92-M.Harris). FUMBLES (92-M.Harris), RECOVERED by LAC-93-L.Castillo at KC 23. 93-L.Castillo to KC 23 for no gain (79-K.Sampson).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Chargers | 0 | 6 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 27 |
| Kansas City Chiefs | 14 | 6 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 30 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 T. Gonzalez · Kansas City Chiefs · Receiving · +8.78 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.46 EPA/play
- 2 L. Tomlinson · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +7.49 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.25 EPA/play
- 3 A. Gates · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +5.63 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.63 EPA/play
- 4 E. Kennison · Kansas City Chiefs · Receiving · +4.96 total EPA · 2 snaps · +2.48 EPA/play
- 5 L. Johnson · Kansas City Chiefs · Rushing · +4.37 total EPA · 28 snaps · +0.16 EPA/play
- 6 K. McCardell · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +4.28 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.07 EPA/play
- 7 E. Parker · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +3.81 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.90 EPA/play
- 8 P. Rivers · Los Angeles Chargers · Passing · +3.11 total EPA · 50 snaps · +0.06 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
T. Gonzalez — KC · Receiving
T. Gonzalez posted the highest total EPA (+8.78) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Kansas City Chiefs's efficiency. Across 6 counted snaps, they averaged +1.46 EPA per play.
The signature play (+6.60 EPA) came from Los Angeles Chargers: (13:23) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass to 21-L.Tomlinson for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Kansas City Chiefs — K. Wilson (D. Huard pass)
- Kansas City Chiefs — E. Kennison (D. Huard pass)
- Kansas City Chiefs — L. Johnson
- Los Angeles Chargers — A. Gates (P. Rivers pass)
- Kansas City Chiefs — L. Johnson
- Los Angeles Chargers — L. Tomlinson (P. Rivers pass)
- Los Angeles Chargers — B. Manumaleuna (L. Tomlinson pass)
Field goals
- Los Angeles Chargers — N. Kaeding
- Los Angeles Chargers — N. Kaeding
- Kansas City Chiefs — L. Tynes
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Kansas City Chiefs won the period 14–0. Kansas City Chiefs found the end zone from the LAC 11 (Q1 51:25) — (6:25) 11-D.Huard pass to 84-K.Wilson for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Kansas City Chiefs added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q1 51:21) — 1-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-83-K.Gammon, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.; Kansas City Chiefs found the end zone from the LAC 21 (Q1 48:23) — (3:23) 11-D.Huard pass to 87-E.Kennison for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Kansas City Chiefs added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q1 48:17) — 1-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-83-K.Gammon, Holder-2-D.Colquitt..
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 6–6. Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the KC 21 (Q2 44:56) — (14:56) 10-N.Kaeding 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Kansas City Chiefs found the end zone from the LAC 11 (Q2 41:12); Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the KC 13 (Q2 35:12) — (5:12) 10-N.Kaeding 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres..
The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the KC 1 (Q3 24:32) — (9:32) 17-P.Rivers pass to 85-A.Gates for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the KC 2 (Q3 24:29) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Kansas City Chiefs found the end zone from the LAC 1 (Q3 16:37) — (1:37) 27-L.Johnson up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Kansas City Chiefs added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q3 16:32) — 1-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-83-K.Gammon, Holder-2-D.Colquitt..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 14–3. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the KC 37 (Q4 13:23) — (13:23) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass to 21-L.Tomlinson for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the KC 2 (Q4 13:16) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the KC 1 (Q4 5:15) — (5:15) 21-L.Tomlinson pass to 86-B.Manumaleuna for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. L.Tomlinson took handoff, ran right and passed.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the KC 2 (Q4 5:10) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Kansas City Chiefs connected on a field goal from the LAC 35 (Q4 0:11) — (:11) 1-L.Tynes 53 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-83-K.Gammon, Holder-2-D.Colquitt..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Kansas City Chiefs (Q4 7:44) — (7:44) 11-D.Huard sacked at KC 20 for -9 yards (92-M.Harris). FUMBLES (92-M.Harris), RECOVERED by LAC-93-L.Castillo at KC 23. 93-L.Castillo to KC 23 for no gain (79-K.Sampson).
- Kansas City Chiefs (Q4 0:11) — (:11) 1-L.Tynes 53 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-83-K.Gammon, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 57:55) — (12:55) 21-L.Tomlinson left end to LAC 37 for -1 yards (23-P.Surtain). FUMBLES (23-P.Surtain), RECOVERED by KC-69-J.Allen at LAC 37. 69-J.Allen ran ob at LAC 37 for no gain.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 6:02) — (6:02) 17-P.Rivers pass incomplete to 87-K.McCardell. PENALTY on KC-24-T.Law, Defensive Pass Interference, 17 yards, enforced at KC 18 - No Play.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 51:37) — (6:37) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass intended for 88-E.Parker INTERCEPTED by 25-G.Wesley at LAC 40. 25-G.Wesley to LAC 11 for 29 yards (88-E.Parker).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 13:23) — (13:23) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass to 21-L.Tomlinson for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 57:55) — (12:55) 21-L.Tomlinson left end to LAC 37 for -1 yards (23-P.Surtain). FUMBLES (23-P.Surtain), RECOVERED by KC-69-J.Allen at LAC 37. 69-J.Allen ran ob at LAC 37 for no gain.
- Kansas City Chiefs (Q4 7:44) — (7:44) 11-D.Huard sacked at KC 20 for -9 yards (92-M.Harris). FUMBLES (92-M.Harris), RECOVERED by LAC-93-L.Castillo at KC 23. 93-L.Castillo to KC 23 for no gain (79-K.Sampson).
- Kansas City Chiefs (Q2 42:53) — (12:53) (Shotgun) 11-D.Huard pass to 88-T.Gonzalez to LAC 16 for 57 yards (59-D.Edwards, 51-T.Dobbins). LAC-95-S.Phillips was injured during the play.
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) · 50 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · +0.06 EPA/play · +3.11 total EPA
- D.Huard (Kansas City Chiefs) · 29 dropbacks · 51.7% completion · +0.02 EPA/play · +0.58 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Los Angeles Chargers | Kansas City Chiefs |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.008 | -0.004 |
| Offensive success rate | 45.2% | 42.5% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.091 | +0.020 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.165 | +0.118 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.004 | -0.008 |
| Defensive success rate | 57.5% | 54.8% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Los Angeles Chargers +0.01, Kansas City Chiefs -0.00) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- Kansas City Chiefs: 13 drives, -0.31 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Los Angeles Chargers: 13 drives, +0.75 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Kansas City Chiefs 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.
- T. Gonzalez (Kansas City Chiefs) 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.
- Kansas City Chiefs TD (+6) — Q1 51:25 · LAC 11 · Score 0-6
(6:25) 11-D.Huard pass to 84-K.Wilson for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Kansas City Chiefs XP (+1) — Q1 51:21 · LAC 2 · Score 0-7
1-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-83-K.Gammon, Holder-2-D.Colquitt. - Kansas City Chiefs TD (+6) — Q1 48:23 · LAC 21 · Score 0-13
(3:23) 11-D.Huard pass to 87-E.Kennison for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Kansas City Chiefs XP (+1) — Q1 48:17 · LAC 2 · Score 0-14
1-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-83-K.Gammon, Holder-2-D.Colquitt. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q2 44:56 · KC 21 · Score 3-14
(14:56) 10-N.Kaeding 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Kansas City Chiefs TD (+6) — Q2 41:12 · LAC 11 · Score 3-20
(11:12) 27-L.Johnson left tackle for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on LAC-76-J.Williams, Unsportsmanlike Conduct, 15 yards, enforced between downs. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q2 35:12 · KC 13 · Score 6-20
(5:12) 10-N.Kaeding 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q3 24:32 · KC 1 · Score 12-20
(9:32) 17-P.Rivers pass to 85-A.Gates for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q3 24:29 · KC 2 · Score 13-20
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Kansas City Chiefs TD (+6) — Q3 16:37 · LAC 1 · Score 13-26
(1:37) 27-L.Johnson up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Kansas City Chiefs XP (+1) — Q3 16:32 · LAC 2 · Score 13-27
1-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-83-K.Gammon, Holder-2-D.Colquitt. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q4 13:23 · KC 37 · Score 19-27
(13:23) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass to 21-L.Tomlinson for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q4 13:16 · KC 2 · Score 20-27
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q4 5:15 · KC 1 · Score 26-27
(5:15) 21-L.Tomlinson pass to 86-B.Manumaleuna for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. L.Tomlinson took handoff, ran right and passed. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q4 5:10 · KC 2 · Score 27-27
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Kansas City Chiefs FG (+3) — Q4 0:11 · LAC 35 · Score 27-30
(:11) 1-L.Tynes 53 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-83-K.Gammon, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Los Angeles Chargers vs Kansas City Chiefs?
The Kansas City Chiefs beat the Los Angeles Chargers 30-27 in Week 7, 2006 on 2006-10-22.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Chargers vs Kansas City Chiefs?
The final score was Los Angeles Chargers 27, Kansas City Chiefs 30 (LAC 27-30 KC) in Week 7, 2006 on 2006-10-22.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Chargers vs Kansas City Chiefs?
Q1: Los Angeles Chargers 0, Kansas City Chiefs 14; Q2: Los Angeles Chargers 6, Kansas City Chiefs 6; Q3: Los Angeles Chargers 7, Kansas City Chiefs 7; Q4: Los Angeles Chargers 14, Kansas City Chiefs 3; Final: Los Angeles Chargers 27, Kansas City Chiefs 30.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Chargers vs Kansas City Chiefs?
Kansas City Chiefs touchdown — K. Wilson (D. Huard pass) (Q1 51:25) Kansas City Chiefs touchdown — E. Kennison (D. Huard pass) (Q1 48:23) Kansas City Chiefs touchdown — L. Johnson (Q2 41:12) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — A. Gates (P. Rivers pass) (Q3 24:32) Kansas City Chiefs touchdown — L. Johnson (Q3 16:37) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — L. Tomlinson (P. Rivers pass) (Q4 13:23) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — B. Manumaleuna (L. Tomlinson pass) (Q4 5:15) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — N. Kaeding (Q2 44:56, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — N. Kaeding (Q2 35:12, 3 pts) Kansas City Chiefs field goal — L. Tynes (Q4 0:11, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Los Angeles Chargers vs Kansas City Chiefs?
P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers), 50.0% completion, +0.06 EPA per dropback, +3.11 total passing EPA. D. Huard (Kansas City Chiefs), 51.7% completion, +0.02 EPA per dropback, +0.58 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Chargers vs Kansas City Chiefs?
T. Gonzalez (Kansas City Chiefs) led the game in total EPA with +8.78 on receiving plays. across 6 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+6.60 EPA): (13:23) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass to 21-L.Tomlinson for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -18.5%.
Was Los Angeles Chargers vs Kansas City Chiefs a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Kansas City Chiefs won 30-27 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Chargers
Entered 4-1 Now 4-2 L
Kansas City Chiefs
Entered 2-3 Now 3-3 W
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