Game story
In Week 15 of the 2023 NFL season on 2023-12-14, the Las Vegas Raiders took care of business against the Los Angeles Chargers, pulling away with a 63–21 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 27 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
E. Stick (Los Angeles Chargers) paced the passing game, with -9.63 total EPA, and +2.0% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, A. O'Connell (Las Vegas Raiders) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +11.40 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-9.9% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Los Angeles Chargers changed the game: (6:12) (Shotgun) 2-E.Stick sacked at LAC 40 for -8 yards (51-M.Koonce). FUMBLES (51-M.Koonce) [51-M.Koonce], RECOVERED by LV-9-T.Wilson at LAC 42.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Chargers | 0 | 0 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 21 |
| Las Vegas Raiders | 21 | 27 | 14 | 7 | 0 | 63 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 A. O'Connell · Las Vegas Raiders · Passing · +11.40 total EPA · 36 snaps · +0.32 EPA/play
- 2 J. Palmer · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +8.29 total EPA · 4 snaps · +2.07 EPA/play
- 3 M. Mayer · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +7.53 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.51 EPA/play
- 4 T. Tucker · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +5.67 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.42 EPA/play
- 5 D. Adams · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +4.66 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.39 EPA/play
- 6 A. Abdullah · Las Vegas Raiders · Rushing · +4.57 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.76 EPA/play
- 7 Q. Johnston · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +3.40 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.13 EPA/play
- 8 B. Bolden · Las Vegas Raiders · Rushing · +2.57 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.29 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
A. O'Connell — LV · Passing
A. O'Connell posted the highest total EPA (+11.40) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Las Vegas Raiders's efficiency. Across 36 counted snaps, they averaged +0.32 EPA per play.
The signature play (-9.97 EPA) came from Los Angeles Chargers: (:12) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 2-E.Stick sacked at LAC 45 for -9 yards (51-M.Koonce). FUMBLES (51-M.Koonce) [51-M.Koonce], RECOVERED by LV-95-J.Jenkins at LAC 44. 95-J.Jenkins for 44 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 — Z. White
- Las Vegas Raiders — T. Tucker (A. O'Connell pass)
- Las Vegas Raiders — J. Meyers (A. O'Connell pass)
- Las Vegas Raiders — M. Mayer (A. O'Connell pass)
- Las Vegas Raiders — B. Bolden
- Las Vegas Raiders — T. Tucker (A. O'Connell pass)
- Las Vegas Raiders — D. Adams (J. Meyers pass)
- Los Angeles Chargers — J. Palmer (E. Stick pass)
- Las Vegas Raiders — J. Jenkins
- Las Vegas Raiders — J. Jones
- Los Angeles Chargers — A. Erickson (E. Stick pass)
- Los Angeles Chargers — Q. Johnston (E. Stick pass)
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 21–0. Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LAC 1 (Q1 53:13) — (8:13) 71-J.Herron reported in as eligible. 35-Z.White left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q1 53:10) — 2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole.; Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LAC 30 (Q1 49:47); Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q1 49:41) — 2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole.; Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LAC 22 (Q1 48:13) — (3:13) (Shotgun) 4-A.O'Connell pass deep right to 16-J.Meyers for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q1 48:07) — 2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole..
The second quarter: Las Vegas Raiders won the period 27–0. Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LAC 11 (Q2 39:22) — (9:22) 4-A.O'Connell pass short right to 87-M.Mayer for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q2 39:15) — 2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole.; Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LAC 26 (Q2 33:56) — (3:56) (Shotgun) Direct snap to 34-B.Bolden. 34-B.Bolden left end for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q2 33:50) — 2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole.; Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LAC 20 (Q2 30:36) — (:36) 4-A.O'Connell pass deep left to 11-T.Tucker for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LAC 15 (Q2 30:31) — 2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole..
The third quarter: Las Vegas Raiders won the period 14–7. Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LAC 3 (Q3 25:47) — (10:47) (Shotgun) 71-J.Herron reported in as eligible. 16-J.Meyers pass short right to 17-D.Adams for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q3 25:42) — 2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 79 (Q3 25:37) — (10:37) (Shotgun) 2-E.Stick pass deep left to 5-J.Palmer for 79 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 15 (Q3 25:27) — 11-C.Dicker extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.; Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LV 46 (Q3 15:12); Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q3 15:00) — 2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 14–7. Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LV 78 (Q4 14:35); Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q4 14:31) — 2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 13 (Q4 8:43) — (8:43) (Shotgun) 2-E.Stick pass short left to 82-A.Erickson for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 15 (Q4 8:39) — 11-C.Dicker extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 6 (Q4 2:42) — (2:42) (Shotgun) 2-E.Stick pass short left to 1-Q.Johnston for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 15 (Q4 2:38) — 11-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.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 51:12) — (6:12) (Shotgun) 2-E.Stick sacked at LAC 40 for -8 yards (51-M.Koonce). FUMBLES (51-M.Koonce) [51-M.Koonce], RECOVERED by LV-9-T.Wilson at LAC 42.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 53:55) — (8:55) (Shotgun) 4-A.O'Connell pass short middle to 87-M.Mayer to LAC 1 for 13 yards (6-E.Kendricks).
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 55:12) — (10:12) (Shotgun) 4-A.O'Connell pass short left to 13-H.Renfrow to LAC 36 for 7 yards (6-E.Kendricks). PENALTY on LAC-3-D.James, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced at LAC 43 - No Play.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 49:41) — (4:41) 25-J.Kelley left tackle to LAC 29 for 4 yards (1-M.Epps; 69-A.Butler). FUMBLES (1-M.Epps), RECOVERED by LV-90-J.Tillery at LAC 31.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 50:25) — (5:25) (Shotgun) 4-A.O'Connell pass short middle to 87-M.Mayer to LAC 30 for 10 yards (6-E.Kendricks, 37-J.Hawkins).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q3 15:12) — (:12) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 2-E.Stick sacked at LAC 45 for -9 yards (51-M.Koonce). FUMBLES (51-M.Koonce) [51-M.Koonce], RECOVERED by LV-95-J.Jenkins at LAC 44. 95-J.Jenkins for 44 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 14:35) — (14:35) (Shotgun) 2-E.Stick pass short right intended for 30-A.Ekeler INTERCEPTED by 18-J.Jones at LAC 16. 18-J.Jones for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q3 25:37) — (10:37) (Shotgun) 2-E.Stick pass deep left to 5-J.Palmer for 79 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 51:12) — (6:12) (Shotgun) 2-E.Stick sacked at LAC 40 for -8 yards (51-M.Koonce). FUMBLES (51-M.Koonce) [51-M.Koonce], RECOVERED by LV-9-T.Wilson at LAC 42.
Quarterback report card
E.Stick led all passers in efficiency for Los Angeles Chargers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- E.Stick (Los Angeles Chargers) · 37 dropbacks · 62.2% completion · +2.0% CPOE · -0.26 EPA/play · -9.63 total EPA
- A.O'Connell (Las Vegas Raiders) · 36 dropbacks · 55.6% completion · -7.3% CPOE · +0.32 EPA/play · +11.40 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 | -0.312 | +0.233 |
| Offensive success rate | 40.2% | 51.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.260 | +0.345 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.574 | +0.138 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.233 | +0.312 |
| Defensive success rate | 48.8% | 59.8% |
By the numbers
Las Vegas Raiders held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.23 vs -0.31), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Los Angeles Chargers: 15 drives, -27.12 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Las Vegas Raiders: 15 drives, +19.60 total EPA, 7 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.
- A. O'Connell (Las Vegas Raiders) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- A. O'Connell (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 53:13 · LAC 1 · Score 0-6
(8:13) 71-J.Herron reported in as eligible. 35-Z.White left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q1 53:10 · LAC 15 · Score 0-7
2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole. - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q1 49:47 · LAC 30 · Score 0-13
(4:47) (Shotgun) 4-A.O'Connell pass deep left to 11-T.Tucker for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the pass completion ruling, and the play was - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q1 49:41 · LAC 15 · Score 0-14
2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole. - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q1 48:13 · LAC 22 · Score 0-20
(3:13) (Shotgun) 4-A.O'Connell pass deep right to 16-J.Meyers for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q1 48:07 · LAC 15 · Score 0-21
2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole. - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q2 39:22 · LAC 11 · Score 0-27
(9:22) 4-A.O'Connell pass short right to 87-M.Mayer for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q2 39:15 · LAC 15 · Score 0-28
2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole. - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q2 33:56 · LAC 26 · Score 0-34
(3:56) (Shotgun) Direct snap to 34-B.Bolden. 34-B.Bolden left end for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q2 33:50 · LAC 15 · Score 0-35
2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole. - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q2 30:36 · LAC 20 · Score 0-41
(:36) 4-A.O'Connell pass deep left to 11-T.Tucker for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+7) — Q2 30:31 · LAC 15 · Score 0-42
2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole. - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q3 25:47 · LAC 3 · Score 0-48
(10:47) (Shotgun) 71-J.Herron reported in as eligible. 16-J.Meyers pass short right to 17-D.Adams for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q3 25:42 · LAC 15 · Score 0-49
2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q3 25:37 · LV 79 · Score 6-49
(10:37) (Shotgun) 2-E.Stick pass deep left to 5-J.Palmer for 79 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q3 25:27 · LV 15 · Score 7-49
11-C.Dicker extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott. - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q3 15:12 · LV 46 · Score 7-55
(:12) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 2-E.Stick sacked at LAC 45 for -9 yards (51-M.Koonce). FUMBLES (51-M.Koonce) [51-M.Koonce], RECOVERED by LV-95-J.Jenkins at LAC 44. 9 - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q3 15:00 · LAC 15 · Score 7-56
2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole. - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q4 14:35 · LV 78 · Score 7-62
(14:35) (Shotgun) 2-E.Stick pass short right intended for 30-A.Ekeler INTERCEPTED by 18-J.Jones at LAC 16. 18-J.Jones for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q4 14:31 · LAC 15 · Score 7-63
2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q4 8:43 · LV 13 · Score 13-63
(8:43) (Shotgun) 2-E.Stick pass short left to 82-A.Erickson for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q4 8:39 · LV 15 · Score 14-63
11-C.Dicker extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q4 2:42 · LV 6 · Score 20-63
(2:42) (Shotgun) 2-E.Stick pass short left to 1-Q.Johnston for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q4 2:38 · LV 15 · Score 21-63
11-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 63-21 in Week 15, 2023 on 2023-12-14.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
The final score was Los Angeles Chargers 21, Las Vegas Raiders 63 (LAC 21-63 LV) in Week 15, 2023 on 2023-12-14.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
Q1: Los Angeles Chargers 0, Las Vegas Raiders 21; Q2: Los Angeles Chargers 0, Las Vegas Raiders 27; Q3: Los Angeles Chargers 7, Las Vegas Raiders 14; Q4: Los Angeles Chargers 14, Las Vegas Raiders 7; Final: Los Angeles Chargers 21, Las Vegas Raiders 63.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — Z. White (Q1 53:13) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — T. Tucker (A. O'Connell pass) (Q1 49:47) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — J. Meyers (A. O'Connell pass) (Q1 48:13) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — M. Mayer (A. O'Connell pass) (Q2 39:22) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — B. Bolden (Q2 33:56) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — T. Tucker (A. O'Connell pass) (Q2 30:36) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — D. Adams (J. Meyers pass) (Q3 25:47) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — J. Palmer (E. Stick pass) (Q3 25:37) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — J. Jenkins (Q3 15:12) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — J. Jones (Q4 14:35) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — A. Erickson (E. Stick pass) (Q4 8:43) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — Q. Johnston (E. Stick pass) (Q4 2:42) 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?
E. Stick (Los Angeles Chargers), 62.2% completion, +2.0% CPOE, -0.26 EPA per dropback, -9.63 total passing EPA. A. O'Connell (Las Vegas Raiders), 55.6% completion, -7.3% CPOE, +0.32 EPA per dropback, +11.40 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders?
A. O'Connell (Las Vegas Raiders) led the game in total EPA with +11.40 on passing plays. across 36 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-9.97 EPA): (:12) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 2-E.Stick sacked at LAC 45 for -9 yards (51-M.Koonce). FUMBLES (51-M.Koonce) [51-M.Koonce], RECOVERED by LV-95-J.Jenkins at LAC 44. 95-J.Jenkins for 44 y. The biggest win-probability swing was -9.9%.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Chargers
Entered 5-8 Now 5-9 L
Las Vegas Raiders
Entered 5-8 Now 6-8 W
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