Game story
In Week 1 of the 2006 NFL season on 2006-09-11, the Los Angeles Chargers took care of business against the Las Vegas Raiders, pulling away with a 27–0 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
A. Brooks (Las Vegas Raiders) paced the passing game, with -12.24 total EPA, and -15.9% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +8.01 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+9.8% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Los Angeles Chargers changed the game: (15:00) 21-L.Tomlinson up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Chargers | 3 | 10 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 27 |
| Las Vegas Raiders | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 P. Rivers · Los Angeles Chargers · Passing · +8.01 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.67 EPA/play
- 2 E. Parker · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +3.90 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.90 EPA/play
- 3 A. Gates · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +3.66 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.83 EPA/play
- 4 K. McCardell · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +2.15 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.15 EPA/play
- 5 R. Curry · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +1.98 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.98 EPA/play
- 6 E. Parker · Los Angeles Chargers · Rushing · +1.57 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.57 EPA/play
- 7 J. Fargas · Las Vegas Raiders · Rushing · +1.04 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.21 EPA/play
- 8 C. Anderson · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +1.04 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.04 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 (+8.01) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Chargers's efficiency. Across 12 counted snaps, they averaged +0.67 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.49 EPA) came from Las Vegas Raiders: (6:15) 16-A.Walter FUMBLES (Aborted) at LV 6, RECOVERED by LAC-92-M.Harris at LV 9.
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 — A. Gates (P. Rivers pass)
- Los Angeles Chargers — M. Turner
Field goals
- Los Angeles Chargers — N. Kaeding
- 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 3–0. Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the LV 29 (Q1 49:02) — (4:02) 10-N.Kaeding 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres..
The second quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 10–0. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 1 (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) 21-L.Tomlinson up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 2 (Q2 44:57) — 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 LV 11 (Q2 35:40) — (5:40) 10-N.Kaeding 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 14–0. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 4 (Q4 10:01) — (10:01) 17-P.Rivers pass short right to 85-A.Gates for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 2 (Q4 9:56) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 1 (Q4 4:41) — (4:41) 33-M.Turner left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on LAC-33-M.Turner, Taunting, 15 yards, enforced between downs.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 2 (Q4 4:34) — 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 (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) 21-L.Tomlinson up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 47:24) — (2:24) 21-L.Tomlinson right tackle pushed ob at LV 8 for 58 yards (21-N.Asomugha).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q2 41:43) — (11:43) 17-P.Rivers pass deep right to 87-K.McCardell to LAC 45 for 18 yards (27-F.Washington).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 46:20) — (1:20) 21-L.Tomlinson left end to LV 9 for -3 yards (21-N.Asomugha).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 51:47) — (6:47) 21-L.Tomlinson left end to LV 27 for 10 yards (30-S.Schweigert).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q4 6:15) — (6:15) 16-A.Walter FUMBLES (Aborted) at LV 6, RECOVERED by LAC-92-M.Harris at LV 9.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 47:24) — (2:24) 21-L.Tomlinson right tackle pushed ob at LV 8 for 58 yards (21-N.Asomugha).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 11:28) — (11:28) 17-P.Rivers pass deep right to 88-E.Parker to LV 7 for 38 yards (30-S.Schweigert, 27-F.Washington) [99-W.Sapp].
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) 21-L.Tomlinson up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
A.Brooks led all passers in efficiency for Las Vegas Raiders, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- A.Brooks (Las Vegas Raiders) · 25 dropbacks · 24.0% completion · -15.9% CPOE · -0.49 EPA/play · -12.24 total EPA
- P.Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) · 12 dropbacks · 66.7% completion · +12.6% CPOE · +0.67 EPA/play · +8.01 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Los Angeles Chargers | Las Vegas Raiders |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.141 | -0.304 |
| Offensive success rate | 45.2% | 35.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.667 | -0.527 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.033 | -0.498 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.304 | -0.141 |
| Defensive success rate | 64.3% | 54.8% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Los Angeles Chargers generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.14 vs -0.30), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Los Angeles Chargers: 11 drives, +10.32 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Las Vegas Raiders: 11 drives, -21.31 total EPA, 0 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.
- A. Brooks (LV) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
- 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 FG (+3) — Q1 49:02 · LV 29 · Score 3-0
(4:02) 10-N.Kaeding 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q2 45:00 · LV 1 · Score 9-0
(15:00) 21-L.Tomlinson up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q2 44:57 · LV 2 · Score 10-0
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q2 35:40 · LV 11 · Score 13-0
(5:40) 10-N.Kaeding 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q4 10:01 · LV 4 · Score 19-0
(10:01) 17-P.Rivers pass short right to 85-A.Gates for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q4 9:56 · LV 2 · Score 20-0
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q4 4:41 · LV 1 · Score 26-0
(4:41) 33-M.Turner left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on LAC-33-M.Turner, Taunting, 15 yards, enforced between downs. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q4 4:34 · LV 2 · Score 27-0
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
The Los Angeles Chargers beat the Las Vegas Raiders 27-0 in Week 1, 2006 on 2006-09-11.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
The final score was Los Angeles Chargers 27, Las Vegas Raiders 0 (LAC 27-0 LV) in Week 1, 2006 on 2006-09-11.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
Q1: Los Angeles Chargers 3, Las Vegas Raiders 0; Q2: Los Angeles Chargers 10, Las Vegas Raiders 0; Q4: Los Angeles Chargers 14, Las Vegas Raiders 0; Final: Los Angeles Chargers 27, Las Vegas Raiders 0.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — L. Tomlinson (Q2 45:00) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — A. Gates (P. Rivers pass) (Q4 10:01) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — M. Turner (Q4 4:41) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — N. Kaeding (Q1 49:02, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — N. Kaeding (Q2 35:40, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
A. Brooks (Las Vegas Raiders), 24.0% completion, -15.9% CPOE, -0.49 EPA per dropback, -12.24 total passing EPA. P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers), 66.7% completion, +12.6% CPOE, +0.67 EPA per dropback, +8.01 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) led the game in total EPA with +8.01 on passing plays. across 12 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.49 EPA): (6:15) 16-A.Walter FUMBLES (Aborted) at LV 6, RECOVERED by LAC-92-M.Harris at LV 9.. The biggest win-probability swing was +9.8%.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Chargers
Now 1-0 W
Las Vegas Raiders
Now 0-1 L
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