Game story
In Week 1 of the 2009 NFL season on 2009-09-14, the Los Angeles Chargers took care of business against the Las Vegas Raiders, pulling away with a 24–20 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 24 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) paced the passing game, with +4.58 total EPA, and +0.1% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, Z. Miller (Las Vegas Raiders) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +7.29 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+53.7% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Las Vegas Raiders changed the game: (2:41) (Shotgun) 2-J.Russell pass deep middle to 18-L.Murphy for 57 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Chargers | 0 | 10 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Las Vegas Raiders | 7 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 20 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 Z. Miller · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +7.29 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.21 EPA/play
- 2 V. Jackson · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +4.77 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.68 EPA/play
- 3 P. Rivers · Los Angeles Chargers · Passing · +4.58 total EPA · 39 snaps · +0.12 EPA/play
- 4 L. Naanee · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +3.17 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.53 EPA/play
- 5 D. Sproles · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +2.15 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.31 EPA/play
- 6 J. Russell · Las Vegas Raiders · Passing · +1.89 total EPA · 35 snaps · +0.05 EPA/play
- 7 A. Gates · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +1.79 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.20 EPA/play
- 8 M. Bush · Las Vegas Raiders · Rushing · +1.53 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.13 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
Z. Miller — LV · Receiving
Z. Miller posted the highest total EPA (+7.29) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Las Vegas Raiders's efficiency. Across 6 counted snaps, they averaged +1.21 EPA per play.
The signature play (+7.26 EPA) came from Las Vegas Raiders: (2:41) (Shotgun) 2-J.Russell pass deep middle to 18-L.Murphy for 57 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Las Vegas Raiders — M. Bush
- Los Angeles Chargers — L. Tomlinson
- Los Angeles Chargers — V. Jackson (P. Rivers pass)
- Las Vegas Raiders — L. Murphy (J. Russell pass)
- Los Angeles Chargers — D. Sproles
Field goals
- Las Vegas Raiders — S. Janikowski
- Los Angeles Chargers — N. Kaeding
- Las Vegas Raiders — S. Janikowski
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Las Vegas Raiders won the period 7–0. Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LAC 4 (Q1 48:17) — (3:17) 29-M.Bush left tackle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q1 48:13) — 11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler..
The second quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 10–3. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 1 (Q2 34:49) — (4:49) 21-L.Tomlinson right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 2 (Q2 34:45) — 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 19 (Q2 30:43) — (:43) 11-S.Janikowski 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler.; Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the LV 29 (Q2 30:05) — (:05) 10-N.Kaeding 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 14–10. Las Vegas Raiders connected on a field goal from the LAC 17 (Q4 13:42) — (13:42) 11-S.Janikowski 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 15 (Q4 7:29) — (7:29) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short left to 83-V.Jackson for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 2 (Q4 7:22) — 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 57 (Q4 2:41) — (2:41) (Shotgun) 2-J.Russell pass deep middle to 18-L.Murphy for 57 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q4 2:34) — 11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 5 (Q4 0:21) — (:21) 43-D.Sproles up the middle for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 2 (Q4 0:18) — 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.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q4 2:41) — (2:41) (Shotgun) 2-J.Russell pass deep middle to 18-L.Murphy for 57 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 0:21) — (:21) 43-D.Sproles up the middle for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 7:29) — (7:29) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short left to 83-V.Jackson for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 8:52) — (8:52) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short middle to 43-D.Sproles to LV 16 for 15 yards (33-T.Branch, 37-C.Johnson).
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 56:04) — (11:04) 2-J.Russell pass deep right intended for 18-L.Murphy INTERCEPTED by 23-Q.Jammer at LAC 8. 23-Q.Jammer to LAC 29 for 21 yards (74-C.Green).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q4 2:41) — (2:41) (Shotgun) 2-J.Russell pass deep middle to 18-L.Murphy for 57 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 56:04) — (11:04) 2-J.Russell pass deep right intended for 18-L.Murphy INTERCEPTED by 23-Q.Jammer at LAC 8. 23-Q.Jammer to LAC 29 for 21 yards (74-C.Green).
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q2 39:15) — (9:15) 20-D.McFadden right tackle to LV 46 for 3 yards (54-S.Cooper). FUMBLES (54-S.Cooper), RECOVERED by LAC-54-S.Cooper at LV 45. 54-S.Cooper to LV 45 for no gain (Team).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q3 25:18) — (10:18) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short middle intended for 85-A.Gates INTERCEPTED by 24-M.Huff at LV 30. 24-M.Huff to LV 37 for 7 yards (63-S.Mruczkowski).
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) · 39 dropbacks · 61.5% completion · +0.1% CPOE · +0.12 EPA/play · +4.58 total EPA
- J.Russell (Las Vegas Raiders) · 35 dropbacks · 34.3% completion · -15.4% CPOE · +0.05 EPA/play · +1.89 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 | +0.098 | +0.031 |
| Offensive success rate | 47.0% | 41.8% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.117 | +0.072 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.004 | -0.039 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.031 | -0.098 |
| Defensive success rate | 58.2% | 53.0% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Los Angeles Chargers generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.10 vs +0.03), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Los Angeles Chargers: 12 drives, +8.16 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Las Vegas Raiders: 11 drives, +2.80 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.
- One-score margin — fantasy managers should double-check garbage-time stats before drawing conclusions.
- Z. Miller (Las Vegas Raiders) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- J. Russell (LV) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q1 48:17 · LAC 4 · Score 0-6
(3:17) 29-M.Bush left tackle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q1 48:13 · LAC 2 · Score 0-7
11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q2 34:49 · LV 1 · Score 6-7
(4:49) 21-L.Tomlinson right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q2 34:45 · LV 2 · Score 7-7
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Las Vegas Raiders FG (+3) — Q2 30:43 · LAC 19 · Score 7-10
(:43) 11-S.Janikowski 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q2 30:05 · LV 29 · Score 10-10
(:05) 10-N.Kaeding 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Las Vegas Raiders FG (+3) — Q4 13:42 · LAC 17 · Score 10-13
(13:42) 11-S.Janikowski 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q4 7:29 · LV 15 · Score 16-13
(7:29) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short left to 83-V.Jackson for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q4 7:22 · LV 2 · Score 17-13
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q4 2:41 · LAC 57 · Score 17-19
(2:41) (Shotgun) 2-J.Russell pass deep middle to 18-L.Murphy for 57 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q4 2:34 · LAC 2 · Score 17-20
11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q4 0:21 · LV 5 · Score 23-20
(:21) 43-D.Sproles up the middle for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q4 0:18 · LV 2 · Score 24-20
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 24-20 in Week 1, 2009 on 2009-09-14.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
The final score was Los Angeles Chargers 24, Las Vegas Raiders 20 (LAC 24-20 LV) in Week 1, 2009 on 2009-09-14.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
Q1: Los Angeles Chargers 0, Las Vegas Raiders 7; Q2: Los Angeles Chargers 10, Las Vegas Raiders 3; Q4: Los Angeles Chargers 14, Las Vegas Raiders 10; Final: Los Angeles Chargers 24, Las Vegas Raiders 20.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — M. Bush (Q1 48:17) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — L. Tomlinson (Q2 34:49) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — V. Jackson (P. Rivers pass) (Q4 7:29) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — L. Murphy (J. Russell pass) (Q4 2:41) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — D. Sproles (Q4 0:21) Las Vegas Raiders field goal — S. Janikowski (Q2 30:43, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — N. Kaeding (Q2 30:05, 3 pts) Las Vegas Raiders field goal — S. Janikowski (Q4 13:42, 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?
P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers), 61.5% completion, +0.1% CPOE, +0.12 EPA per dropback, +4.58 total passing EPA. J. Russell (Las Vegas Raiders), 34.3% completion, -15.4% CPOE, +0.05 EPA per dropback, +1.89 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
Z. Miller (Las Vegas Raiders) led the game in total EPA with +7.29 on receiving plays. across 6 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+7.26 EPA): (2:41) (Shotgun) 2-J.Russell pass deep middle to 18-L.Murphy for 57 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +53.7%.
Was Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders a close game?
Yes — the margin was 4 points. Los Angeles Chargers won 24-20 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Chargers
Now 1-0 W
Las Vegas Raiders
Now 0-1 L
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