Game story
In Week 17 of the 2007 NFL season on 2007-12-30, the Los Angeles Chargers took care of business against the Las Vegas Raiders, pulling away with a 30–17 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 28 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Russell (Las Vegas Raiders) paced the passing game, with -11.14 total EPA, and +8.6% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, C. Chambers (Los Angeles Chargers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +5.66 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-12.4% win probability) landed in the third quarter when Las Vegas Raiders changed the game: (7:20) 2-J.Russell sacked at LV -3 for -15 yards (94-J.Tucker). FUMBLES (94-J.Tucker), touched at LV -8, RECOVERED by LAC-94-J.Tucker at LV -8. TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Chargers | 21 | 7 | 10 | 6 | 0 | 30 |
| Las Vegas Raiders | 7 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 C. Chambers · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +5.66 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.89 EPA/play
- 2 A. Gates · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +4.58 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.76 EPA/play
- 3 J. Porter · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +2.82 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.41 EPA/play
- 4 L. Tomlinson · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +2.24 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.24 EPA/play
- 5 Z. Miller · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +2.03 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.25 EPA/play
- 6 P. Rivers · Los Angeles Chargers · Passing · +1.81 total EPA · 26 snaps · +0.07 EPA/play
- 7 R. Curry · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +1.58 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.58 EPA/play
- 8 J. Madsen · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +0.69 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.34 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
C. Chambers — LAC · Receiving
C. Chambers posted the highest total EPA (+5.66) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Chargers's efficiency. Across 3 counted snaps, they averaged +1.89 EPA per play.
The signature play (+5.79 EPA) came from Los Angeles Chargers: (2:45) 5-M.Scifres punts 44 yards to LV 24, Center-50-D.Binn. 15-J.Higgins MUFFS catch, touched at LV 24, RECOVERED by LAC-81-K.Osgood at LV 4. 81-K.Osgood to LV 4 for no gain (35-J.Bowie).
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 (P. Rivers pass)
- Las Vegas Raiders — D. Rhodes
- Los Angeles Chargers — C. Chambers (P. Rivers pass)
- Los Angeles Chargers — J. Russell
- Las Vegas Raiders — J. Porter (J. Russell pass)
Field goals
- Las Vegas Raiders — S. Janikowski
- Los Angeles Chargers — N. Kaeding
- 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 21–7. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 7 (Q1 55:00) — (10:00) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short middle to 21-L.Tomlinson for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 2 (Q1 54:53) — 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 50 (Q1 54:53) — (9:53) Steve Gregory (#28) injured on the play; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LAC 44 (Q1 54:15) — (9:15) 33-D.Rhodes left tackle to LAC 41 for 3 yards (57-M.Wilhelm).; Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LAC 1 (Q1 49:34) — (4:34) 33-D.Rhodes right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q1 49:31) — 11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler..
The second quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 7–3. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 19 (Q2 30:45) — (:45) 17-P.Rivers pass deep right to 89-C.Chambers for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 2 (Q2 30:38) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Las Vegas Raiders connected on a field goal from the LAC 35 (Q2 30:01) — (:01) 11-S.Janikowski 53 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler..
The third quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 10–7. Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the LV 18 (Q3 27:55) — (12:55) 10-N.Kaeding 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LAC 88 (Q3 22:20); Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 2 (Q3 22:12) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LAC 32 (Q3 16:26) — (1:26) 2-J.Russell pass deep left to 84-J.Porter for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q3 16:19) — 11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 6–0. Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the LV 13 (Q4 13:40) — (13:40) 10-N.Kaeding 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the LV 6 (Q4 1:49) — (1:49) 10-N.Kaeding 24 yard field goal 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.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q3 22:20) — (7:20) 2-J.Russell sacked at LV -3 for -15 yards (94-J.Tucker). FUMBLES (94-J.Tucker), touched at LV -8, RECOVERED by LAC-94-J.Tucker at LV -8. TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 50:49) — (5:49) 17-P.Rivers to LAC 35 for -4 yards (99-W.Sapp). FUMBLES (99-W.Sapp), touched at LAC 35, RECOVERED by LV-56-D.Burgess at LAC 35.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 49:41) — (4:41) (Shotgun) 2-J.Russell pass incomplete deep left to 89-R.Curry. PENALTY on LAC-29-D.Florence, Defensive Pass Interference, 30 yards, enforced at LAC 31 - No Play.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q2 30:01) — (:01) 11-S.Janikowski 53 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q3 30:00) — 11-S.Janikowski kicks 65 yards from LV 30 to LAC 5. 43-D.Sproles pushed ob at LV 34 for 61 yards (37-C.Johnson).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 2:45) — (2:45) 5-M.Scifres punts 44 yards to LV 24, Center-50-D.Binn. 15-J.Higgins MUFFS catch, touched at LV 24, RECOVERED by LAC-81-K.Osgood at LV 4. 81-K.Osgood to LV 4 for no gain (35-J.Bowie).
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q3 22:20) — (7:20) 2-J.Russell sacked at LV -3 for -15 yards (94-J.Tucker). FUMBLES (94-J.Tucker), touched at LV -8, RECOVERED by LAC-94-J.Tucker at LV -8. TOUCHDOWN.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 59:54) — (14:54) 2-J.Russell pass intended for 33-D.Rhodes INTERCEPTED by 99-I.Olshansky at LV 47. 99-I.Olshansky to LV 47 for no gain (66-C.Carlisle).
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q3 20:20) — (5:20) 33-D.Rhodes right guard to LAC 37 for 4 yards (54-S.Cooper). FUMBLES (54-S.Cooper), RECOVERED by LAC-54-S.Cooper at LAC 37. 54-S.Cooper to LAC 37 for no gain (14-C.McFoy).
Quarterback report card
J.Russell led all passers in efficiency for Las Vegas Raiders, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Russell (Las Vegas Raiders) · 38 dropbacks · 60.5% completion · +8.6% CPOE · -0.29 EPA/play · -11.14 total EPA
- P.Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) · 26 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · -0.7% CPOE · +0.07 EPA/play · +1.81 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 | +0.025 | -0.171 |
| Offensive success rate | 44.0% | 44.4% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.028 | -0.293 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.254 | -0.298 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.171 | -0.025 |
| Defensive success rate | 55.6% | 56.0% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Los Angeles Chargers generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.03 vs -0.17), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Los Angeles Chargers: 15 drives, +2.11 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Las Vegas Raiders: 14 drives, -15.41 total EPA, 4 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.
- C. Chambers (Los Angeles Chargers) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- J. Russell (LV) 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 55:00 · LV 7 · Score 6-0
(10:00) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short middle to 21-L.Tomlinson for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q1 54:53 · LV 2 · Score 7-0
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+7) — Q1 54:53 · LAC 50 · Score 7-0
(9:53) Steve Gregory (#28) injured on the play - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+7) — Q1 54:15 · LAC 44 · Score 7-0
(9:15) 33-D.Rhodes left tackle to LAC 41 for 3 yards (57-M.Wilhelm). - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q1 49:34 · LAC 1 · Score 7-6
(4:34) 33-D.Rhodes right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q1 49:31 · LAC 2 · Score 7-7
11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q2 30:45 · LV 19 · Score 13-7
(:45) 17-P.Rivers pass deep right to 89-C.Chambers for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q2 30:38 · LV 2 · Score 14-7
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Las Vegas Raiders FG (+3) — Q2 30:01 · LAC 35 · Score 14-10
(:01) 11-S.Janikowski 53 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q3 27:55 · LV 18 · Score 17-10
(12:55) 10-N.Kaeding 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q3 22:20 · LAC 88 · Score 23-10
(7:20) 2-J.Russell sacked at LV -3 for -15 yards (94-J.Tucker). FUMBLES (94-J.Tucker), touched at LV -8, RECOVERED by LAC-94-J.Tucker at LV -8. TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q3 22:12 · LV 2 · Score 24-10
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q3 16:26 · LAC 32 · Score 24-16
(1:26) 2-J.Russell pass deep left to 84-J.Porter for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q3 16:19 · LAC 2 · Score 24-17
11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q4 13:40 · LV 13 · Score 27-17
(13:40) 10-N.Kaeding 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q4 1:49 · LV 6 · Score 30-17
(1:49) 10-N.Kaeding 24 yard field goal 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 30-17 in Week 17, 2007 on 2007-12-30.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
The final score was Los Angeles Chargers 30, Las Vegas Raiders 17 (LAC 30-17 LV) in Week 17, 2007 on 2007-12-30.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
Q1: Los Angeles Chargers 21, Las Vegas Raiders 7; Q2: Los Angeles Chargers 7, Las Vegas Raiders 3; Q3: Los Angeles Chargers 10, Las Vegas Raiders 7; Q4: Los Angeles Chargers 6, Las Vegas Raiders 0; Final: Los Angeles Chargers 30, Las Vegas Raiders 17.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — L. Tomlinson (P. Rivers pass) (Q1 55:00) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — D. Rhodes (Q1 49:34) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — C. Chambers (P. Rivers pass) (Q2 30:45) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — J. Russell (Q3 22:20) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — J. Porter (J. Russell pass) (Q3 16:26) Las Vegas Raiders field goal — S. Janikowski (Q2 30:01, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — N. Kaeding (Q3 27:55, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — N. Kaeding (Q4 13:40, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — N. Kaeding (Q4 1:49, 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?
J. Russell (Las Vegas Raiders), 60.5% completion, +8.6% CPOE, -0.29 EPA per dropback, -11.14 total passing EPA. P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers), 50.0% completion, -0.7% CPOE, +0.07 EPA per dropback, +1.81 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
C. Chambers (Los Angeles Chargers) led the game in total EPA with +5.66 on receiving plays. across 3 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+5.79 EPA): (2:45) 5-M.Scifres punts 44 yards to LV 24, Center-50-D.Binn. 15-J.Higgins MUFFS catch, touched at LV 24, RECOVERED by LAC-81-K.Osgood at LV 4. 81-K.Osgood to LV 4 for no gain (35-. The biggest win-probability swing was -12.4%.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Chargers
Entered 10-5 Now 11-5 W
Las Vegas Raiders
Entered 4-11 Now 4-12 L
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