Game story
In Week 10 of the 2018 NFL season on 2018-11-11, the Los Angeles Chargers took care of business against the Las Vegas Raiders, pulling away with a 20–6 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
D. Carr (Las Vegas Raiders) paced the passing game, with -12.93 total EPA, and -3.1% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +8.14 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-17.9% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Las Vegas Raiders changed the game: (11:20) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr sacked at LAC 30 for -9 yards (54-M.Ingram). FUMBLES (54-M.Ingram) [54-M.Ingram], RECOVERED by LAC-94-C.Liuget at LAC 36. 94-C.Liuget to LV 40 for 24 yards (30-J.Richard). 4
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Chargers | 0 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 20 |
| Las Vegas Raiders | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 6 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 P. Rivers · Los Angeles Chargers · Passing · +8.14 total EPA · 29 snaps · +0.28 EPA/play
- 2 J. Townsend · Las Vegas Raiders · Rushing · +5.25 total EPA · 1 snaps · +5.25 EPA/play
- 3 M. Gordon · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +3.60 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.60 EPA/play
- 4 B. LaFell · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +2.64 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.44 EPA/play
- 5 S. Roberts · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +2.44 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.81 EPA/play
- 6 J. Richard · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +2.26 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.38 EPA/play
- 7 K. Allen · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +1.99 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.22 EPA/play
- 8 V. Green · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +1.94 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.65 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 (+8.14) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Chargers's efficiency. Across 29 counted snaps, they averaged +0.28 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.82 EPA) came from Las Vegas Raiders: (11:20) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr sacked at LAC 30 for -9 yards (54-M.Ingram). FUMBLES (54-M.Ingram) [54-M.Ingram], RECOVERED by LAC-94-C.Liuget at LAC 36. 94-C.Liuget to LV 40 for 24 yards (30-J.Richard). 4-yards loose ball ya
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Los Angeles Chargers — K. Allen (P. Rivers pass)
- Los Angeles Chargers — M. Gordon (P. Rivers pass)
Field goals
- Las Vegas Raiders — D. Carlson
- Los Angeles Chargers — M. Badgley
- Las Vegas Raiders — D. Carlson
- Los Angeles Chargers — M. Badgley
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 3–0. Las Vegas Raiders connected on a field goal from the LAC 27 (Q1 47:56) — (2:56) 8-D.Carlson 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-T.Sieg, Holder-5-J.Townsend..
The second quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 10–0. Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the LV 9 (Q2 35:50) — (5:50) 4-M.Badgley 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-5-D.Jones.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 11 (Q2 30:28) — (:28) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short right to 13-K.Allen for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 15 (Q2 30:24) — 4-M.Badgley extra point is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-5-D.Jones..
The third quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 7–0. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 66 (Q3 27:43) — (12:43) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short left to 28-M.Gordon for 66 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 15 (Q3 27:32) — 4-M.Badgley extra point is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-5-D.Jones..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Las Vegas Raiders connected on a field goal from the LAC 12 (Q4 14:53) — (14:53) 8-D.Carlson 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-T.Sieg, Holder-5-J.Townsend.; Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the LV 22 (Q4 7:16) — (7:16) 4-M.Badgley 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-5-D.Jones..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q2 41:20) — (11:20) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr sacked at LAC 30 for -9 yards (54-M.Ingram). FUMBLES (54-M.Ingram) [54-M.Ingram], RECOVERED by LAC-94-C.Liuget at LAC 36. 94-C.Liuget to LV 40 for 24 yards (30-J.Richard). 4
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 57:33) — (12:33) (Punt formation) 5-J.Townsend left end ran ob at LAC 21 for 42 yards (30-A.Ekeler).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q3 27:43) — (12:43) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short left to 28-M.Gordon for 66 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q2 30:28) — (:28) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short right to 13-K.Allen for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 53:08) — (8:08) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr pass short middle to 17-D.Harris to LAC 1 for no gain (33-D.James).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q2 41:20) — (11:20) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr sacked at LAC 30 for -9 yards (54-M.Ingram). FUMBLES (54-M.Ingram) [54-M.Ingram], RECOVERED by LAC-94-C.Liuget at LAC 36. 94-C.Liuget to LV 40 for 24 yards (30-J.Richard). 4
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q3 27:43) — (12:43) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short left to 28-M.Gordon for 66 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 57:33) — (12:33) (Punt formation) 5-J.Townsend left end ran ob at LAC 21 for 42 yards (30-A.Ekeler).
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 53:08) — (8:08) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr pass short middle to 17-D.Harris to LAC 1 for no gain (33-D.James).
Quarterback report card
D.Carr led all passers in efficiency for Las Vegas Raiders, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- D.Carr (Las Vegas Raiders) · 43 dropbacks · 55.8% completion · -3.1% CPOE · -0.30 EPA/play · -12.93 total EPA
- P.Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) · 29 dropbacks · 62.1% completion · +7.5% CPOE · +0.28 EPA/play · +8.14 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 | +0.105 | -0.121 |
| Offensive success rate | 43.5% | 41.6% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.281 | -0.301 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.105 | +0.089 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.121 | -0.105 |
| Defensive success rate | 58.4% | 56.5% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Los Angeles Chargers generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.10 vs -0.12), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Los Angeles Chargers: 9 drives, +7.25 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Las Vegas Raiders: 10 drives, -9.30 total EPA, 2 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.
- D. Carr (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.
- Las Vegas Raiders FG (+3) — Q1 47:56 · LAC 27 · Score 0-3
(2:56) 8-D.Carlson 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-T.Sieg, Holder-5-J.Townsend. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q2 35:50 · LV 9 · Score 3-3
(5:50) 4-M.Badgley 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-5-D.Jones. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q2 30:28 · LV 11 · Score 9-3
(:28) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short right to 13-K.Allen for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q2 30:24 · LV 15 · Score 10-3
4-M.Badgley extra point is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-5-D.Jones. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q3 27:43 · LV 66 · Score 16-3
(12:43) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short left to 28-M.Gordon for 66 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q3 27:32 · LV 15 · Score 17-3
4-M.Badgley extra point is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-5-D.Jones. - Las Vegas Raiders FG (+3) — Q4 14:53 · LAC 12 · Score 17-6
(14:53) 8-D.Carlson 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-T.Sieg, Holder-5-J.Townsend. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q4 7:16 · LV 22 · Score 20-6
(7:16) 4-M.Badgley 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-5-D.Jones.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
The Los Angeles Chargers beat the Las Vegas Raiders 20-6 in Week 10, 2018 on 2018-11-11.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
The final score was Los Angeles Chargers 20, Las Vegas Raiders 6 (LAC 20-6 LV) in Week 10, 2018 on 2018-11-11.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
Q1: Los Angeles Chargers 0, Las Vegas Raiders 3; Q2: Los Angeles Chargers 10, Las Vegas Raiders 0; Q3: Los Angeles Chargers 7, Las Vegas Raiders 0; Q4: Los Angeles Chargers 3, Las Vegas Raiders 3; Final: Los Angeles Chargers 20, Las Vegas Raiders 6.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — K. Allen (P. Rivers pass) (Q2 30:28) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — M. Gordon (P. Rivers pass) (Q3 27:43) Las Vegas Raiders field goal — D. Carlson (Q1 47:56, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — M. Badgley (Q2 35:50, 3 pts) Las Vegas Raiders field goal — D. Carlson (Q4 14:53, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — M. Badgley (Q4 7:16, 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?
D. Carr (Las Vegas Raiders), 55.8% completion, -3.1% CPOE, -0.30 EPA per dropback, -12.93 total passing EPA. P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers), 62.1% completion, +7.5% CPOE, +0.28 EPA per dropback, +8.14 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 +8.14 on passing plays. across 29 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.82 EPA): (11:20) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr sacked at LAC 30 for -9 yards (54-M.Ingram). FUMBLES (54-M.Ingram) [54-M.Ingram], RECOVERED by LAC-94-C.Liuget at LAC 36. 94-C.Liuget to LV 40 for 24 yar. The biggest win-probability swing was -17.9%.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Chargers
Entered 6-2 Now 7-2 W
Las Vegas Raiders
Entered 1-7 Now 1-8 L
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