Game story
In Week 13 of the 2022 NFL season on 2022-12-04, the Las Vegas Raiders took care of business against the Los Angeles Chargers, pulling away with a 27–20 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 16 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Herbert (Los Angeles Chargers) paced the passing game, with -10.03 total EPA, and -4.3% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, D. Adams (Las Vegas Raiders) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +6.58 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-18.7% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Las Vegas Raiders changed the game: (5:15) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr pass short left intended for 10-M.Hollins INTERCEPTED by 23-B.Callahan (26-A.Samuel) at LV 26. 23-B.Callahan for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Chargers | 7 | 6 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 20 |
| Las Vegas Raiders | 0 | 10 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 27 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 D. Adams · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +6.58 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.55 EPA/play
- 2 G. Everett · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +4.82 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.80 EPA/play
- 3 J. Palmer · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +3.05 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.28 EPA/play
- 4 J. Kelley · Los Angeles Chargers · Rushing · +2.79 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.40 EPA/play
- 5 J. Jacobs · Las Vegas Raiders · Rushing · +1.98 total EPA · 26 snaps · +0.08 EPA/play
- 6 J. Herbert · Los Angeles Chargers · Rushing · +1.70 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.57 EPA/play
- 7 F. Moreau · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +1.38 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.46 EPA/play
- 8 K. Allen · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +1.36 total EPA · 14 snaps · +0.10 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
D. Adams — LV · Receiving
D. Adams posted the highest total EPA (+6.58) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Las Vegas Raiders's efficiency. Across 12 counted snaps, they averaged +0.55 EPA per play.
The signature play (-7.05 EPA) came from Las Vegas Raiders: (5:15) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr pass short left intended for 10-M.Hollins INTERCEPTED by 23-B.Callahan (26-A.Samuel) at LV 26. 23-B.Callahan for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Los Angeles Chargers — B. Callahan
- Las Vegas Raiders — J. Jacobs
- Las Vegas Raiders — D. Adams (D. Carr pass)
- Las Vegas Raiders — D. Adams (D. Carr pass)
- Los Angeles Chargers — K. Allen (J. Herbert pass)
Field goals
- Los Angeles Chargers — C. Dicker
- Las Vegas Raiders — D. Carlson
- Los Angeles Chargers — C. Dicker
- Las Vegas Raiders — D. Carlson
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 7–0. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LAC 79 (Q1 50:15); Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 15 (Q1 50:07) — 15-C.Dicker extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott..
The second quarter: Las Vegas Raiders won the period 10–6. Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the LV 19 (Q2 41:41) — (11:41) 15-C.Dicker 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.; Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LAC 20 (Q2 37:57) — (7:57) 28-J.Jacobs right tackle for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q2 37:52) — 2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-47-T.Sieg, Holder-6-A.Cole.; Las Vegas Raiders connected on a field goal from the LAC 37 (Q2 32:22) — (2:22) 2-D.Carlson 55 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-T.Sieg, Holder-6-A.Cole.; Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the LV 16 (Q2 30:31) — (:31) 15-C.Dicker 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott..
The third quarter: Las Vegas Raiders won the period 14–0. Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LAC 31 (Q3 29:36) — (14:36) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr pass deep left to 17-D.Adams for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q3 29:28) — 2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-47-T.Sieg, Holder-6-A.Cole.; Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LAC 45 (Q3 26:01) — (11:01) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 4-D.Carr pass deep middle to 17-D.Adams for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the LAC 20 (Q3 25:53) — 2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-47-T.Sieg, Holder-6-A.Cole..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 7–3. Las Vegas Raiders connected on a field goal from the LAC 6 (Q4 14:53) — (14:53) 2-D.Carlson 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-T.Sieg, Holder-6-A.Cole.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 35 (Q4 8:44) — (8:44) (Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert pass deep right to 13-K.Allen for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 20 (Q4 8:34) — 15-C.Dicker extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 50:15) — (5:15) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr pass short left intended for 10-M.Hollins INTERCEPTED by 23-B.Callahan (26-A.Samuel) at LV 26. 23-B.Callahan for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 52:49) — (7:49) 4-D.Carr pass short left to 28-J.Jacobs to LV 25 for 1 yard (9-K.Murray). FUMBLES (9-K.Murray), RECOVERED by LAC-8-K.Van Noy at LV 25.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q3 29:50) — (14:50) (Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert pass short right to 30-A.Ekeler to LAC 32 for 11 yards (20-I.Pola-Mao, 30-D.Harmon). FUMBLES (30-D.Harmon), touched at LAC 34, RECOVERED by LV-39-N.Hobbs at LAC 38. 39-N
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 51:16) — (6:16) (Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert scrambles up the middle to LV 16 for 1 yard (55-C.Jones).
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q3 29:36) — (14:36) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr pass deep left to 17-D.Adams for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 50:15) — (5:15) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr pass short left intended for 10-M.Hollins INTERCEPTED by 23-B.Callahan (26-A.Samuel) at LV 26. 23-B.Callahan for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 8:44) — (8:44) (Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert pass deep right to 13-K.Allen for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 52:49) — (7:49) 4-D.Carr pass short left to 28-J.Jacobs to LV 25 for 1 yard (9-K.Murray). FUMBLES (9-K.Murray), RECOVERED by LAC-8-K.Van Noy at LV 25.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q3 29:50) — (14:50) (Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert pass short right to 30-A.Ekeler to LAC 32 for 11 yards (20-I.Pola-Mao, 30-D.Harmon). FUMBLES (30-D.Harmon), touched at LAC 34, RECOVERED by LV-39-N.Hobbs at LAC 38. 39-N
Quarterback report card
J.Herbert led all passers in efficiency for Los Angeles Chargers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Herbert (Los Angeles Chargers) · 56 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · -4.3% CPOE · -0.18 EPA/play · -10.03 total EPA
- D.Carr (Las Vegas Raiders) · 32 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · -5.6% CPOE · -0.19 EPA/play · -6.17 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 | -0.142 | -0.083 |
| Offensive success rate | 37.0% | 39.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.179 | -0.193 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.148 | +0.091 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.083 | +0.142 |
| Defensive success rate | 60.3% | 63.0% |
By the numbers
Las Vegas Raiders held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.08 vs -0.14), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Los Angeles Chargers: 13 drives, -13.08 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Las Vegas Raiders: 12 drives, -6.46 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Las Vegas Raiders 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.
- D. Adams (Las Vegas Raiders) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- J. Herbert (LAC) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
- D. Carr (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.
- Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q1 50:15 · LAC 79 · Score 6-0
(5:15) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr pass short left intended for 10-M.Hollins INTERCEPTED by 23-B.Callahan (26-A.Samuel) at LV 26. 23-B.Callahan for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q1 50:07 · LV 15 · Score 7-0
15-C.Dicker extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q2 41:41 · LV 19 · Score 10-0
(11:41) 15-C.Dicker 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott. - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q2 37:57 · LAC 20 · Score 10-6
(7:57) 28-J.Jacobs right tackle for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q2 37:52 · LAC 15 · Score 10-7
2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-47-T.Sieg, Holder-6-A.Cole. - Las Vegas Raiders FG (+3) — Q2 32:22 · LAC 37 · Score 10-10
(2:22) 2-D.Carlson 55 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-T.Sieg, Holder-6-A.Cole. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q2 30:31 · LV 16 · Score 13-10
(:31) 15-C.Dicker 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott. - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q3 29:36 · LAC 31 · Score 13-16
(14:36) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr pass deep left to 17-D.Adams for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q3 29:28 · LAC 15 · Score 13-17
2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-47-T.Sieg, Holder-6-A.Cole. - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q3 26:01 · LAC 45 · Score 13-23
(11:01) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 4-D.Carr pass deep middle to 17-D.Adams for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q3 25:53 · LAC 20 · Score 13-24
2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-47-T.Sieg, Holder-6-A.Cole. - Las Vegas Raiders FG (+3) — Q4 14:53 · LAC 6 · Score 13-27
(14:53) 2-D.Carlson 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-T.Sieg, Holder-6-A.Cole. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q4 8:44 · LV 35 · Score 19-27
(8:44) (Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert pass deep right to 13-K.Allen for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q4 8:34 · LV 20 · Score 20-27
15-C.Dicker extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
The Las Vegas Raiders beat the Los Angeles Chargers 27-20 in Week 13, 2022 on 2022-12-04.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
The final score was Los Angeles Chargers 20, Las Vegas Raiders 27 (LAC 20-27 LV) in Week 13, 2022 on 2022-12-04.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
Q1: Los Angeles Chargers 7, Las Vegas Raiders 0; Q2: Los Angeles Chargers 6, Las Vegas Raiders 10; Q3: Los Angeles Chargers 0, Las Vegas Raiders 14; Q4: Los Angeles Chargers 7, Las Vegas Raiders 3; Final: Los Angeles Chargers 20, Las Vegas Raiders 27.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — B. Callahan (Q1 50:15) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — J. Jacobs (Q2 37:57) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — D. Adams (D. Carr pass) (Q3 29:36) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — D. Adams (D. Carr pass) (Q3 26:01) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — K. Allen (J. Herbert pass) (Q4 8:44) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — C. Dicker (Q2 41:41, 3 pts) Las Vegas Raiders field goal — D. Carlson (Q2 32:22, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — C. Dicker (Q2 30:31, 3 pts) Las Vegas Raiders field goal — D. Carlson (Q4 14:53, 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. Herbert (Los Angeles Chargers), 50.0% completion, -4.3% CPOE, -0.18 EPA per dropback, -10.03 total passing EPA. D. Carr (Las Vegas Raiders), 50.0% completion, -5.6% CPOE, -0.19 EPA per dropback, -6.17 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
D. Adams (Las Vegas Raiders) led the game in total EPA with +6.58 on receiving plays. across 12 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-7.05 EPA): (5:15) (Shotgun) 4-D.Carr pass short left intended for 10-M.Hollins INTERCEPTED by 23-B.Callahan (26-A.Samuel) at LV 26. 23-B.Callahan for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -18.7%.
Was Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders a close game?
Yes — the margin was 7 points. Las Vegas Raiders won 27-20 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Chargers
Entered 6-5 Now 6-6 L
Las Vegas Raiders
Entered 4-7 Now 5-7 W
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