Game story
In Week 3 of the 2015 NFL season on 2015-09-27, the Minnesota Vikings took care of business against the Los Angeles Chargers, pulling away with a 31–14 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) paced the passing game, with -13.09 total EPA, and +0.6% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, K. Clemens (Los Angeles Chargers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +7.16 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-12.8% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Los Angeles Chargers changed the game: (2:55) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers sacked at LAC 15 for -5 yards (55-A.Barr). FUMBLES (55-A.Barr), RECOVERED by MIN-24-C.Munnerlyn at LAC 13. 24-C.Munnerlyn to LAC 13 for no gain (Team).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Chargers | 0 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 14 |
| Minnesota Vikings | 3 | 7 | 14 | 7 | 0 | 31 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 K. Clemens · Los Angeles Chargers · Passing · +7.16 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.19 EPA/play
- 2 K. Allen · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +6.60 total EPA · 18 snaps · +0.37 EPA/play
- 3 M. Wallace · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +3.79 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.95 EPA/play
- 4 A. Peterson · Minnesota Vikings · Rushing · +3.68 total EPA · 20 snaps · +0.18 EPA/play
- 5 J. Phillips · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +2.97 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.74 EPA/play
- 6 M. Floyd · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +2.73 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.39 EPA/play
- 7 J. Wright · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +0.86 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.21 EPA/play
- 8 C. Patterson · Minnesota Vikings · Rushing · +0.81 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.81 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
K. Clemens — LAC · Passing
K. Clemens posted the highest total EPA (+7.16) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Chargers's efficiency. Across 6 counted snaps, they averaged +1.19 EPA per play.
The signature play (-10.59 EPA) came from Los Angeles Chargers: (14:17) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short middle intended for 11-S.Johnson INTERCEPTED by 52-C.Greenway [97-E.Griffen] at MIN 9. 52-C.Greenway for 91 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on MIN, Unsportsmanlike Conduct, 15 yards, en
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Minnesota Vikings — A. Peterson
- Los Angeles Chargers — K. Allen (P. Rivers pass)
- Minnesota Vikings — A. Peterson
- Minnesota Vikings — Z. Line
- Minnesota Vikings — C. Greenway
- Los Angeles Chargers — K. Allen (K. Clemens pass)
Field goals
- Minnesota Vikings — B. Walsh
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 3–0. Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the LAC 6 (Q1 46:19) — (1:19) (Field Goal formation) 3-B.Walsh 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke..
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the LAC 2 (Q2 39:09) — (9:09) (Run formation) 74-A.Shepherd reported in as eligible. 28-A.Peterson right guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q2 39:05) — (Kick formation) 3-B.Walsh extra point is GOOD, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the MIN 34 (Q2 31:25) — (1:25) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass deep left to 13-K.Allen for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN. MIN-29-X.Rhodes was injured during the play.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the MIN 15 (Q2 31:17) — (Kick formation) 2-J.Lambo extra point is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-5-M.Scifres..
The third quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 14–0. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the LAC 43 (Q3 27:44) — (12:44) 28-A.Peterson right end for 43 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q3 27:32) — 3-B.Walsh extra point is GOOD, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the LAC 1 (Q3 17:45) — (2:45) 74-A.Shepherd reported in as eligible. 48-Z.Line right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q3 17:42) — (Kick formation) 3-B.Walsh extra point is GOOD, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the MIN 14 (Q4 14:17); Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q4 13:57) — (Kick formation) 3-B.Walsh extra point is GOOD, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the MIN 19 (Q4 0:36) — (:36) (Shotgun) 10-K.Clemens pass deep middle to 13-K.Allen for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the MIN 15 (Q4 0:32) — (Kick formation) 2-J.Lambo extra point is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-5-M.Scifres. LAC-75-C.Hairston was injured during the play..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 47:55) — (2:55) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers sacked at LAC 15 for -5 yards (55-A.Barr). FUMBLES (55-A.Barr), RECOVERED by MIN-24-C.Munnerlyn at LAC 13. 24-C.Munnerlyn to LAC 13 for no gain (Team).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q2 31:25) — (1:25) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass deep left to 13-K.Allen for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN. MIN-29-X.Rhodes was injured during the play.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q1 54:02) — (9:02) (Shotgun) 5-T.Bridgewater pass deep left intended for 12-C.Johnson INTERCEPTED by 23-S.Williams at LAC -3. Touchback (12-C.Johnson).
- Minnesota Vikings (Q1 50:02) — (5:02) (Shotgun) 5-T.Bridgewater pass incomplete deep left to 12-C.Johnson. PENALTY on LAC-23-S.Williams, Defensive Pass Interference, 34 yards, enforced at MIN 9 - No Play.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q3 27:44) — (12:44) 28-A.Peterson right end for 43 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 14:17) — (14:17) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short middle intended for 11-S.Johnson INTERCEPTED by 52-C.Greenway [97-E.Griffen] at MIN 9. 52-C.Greenway for 91 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on MIN, Unsportsmanlike C
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 14:56) — (14:56) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short right to 11-S.Johnson pushed ob at MIN 28 for 30 yards (34-A.Sendejo) [97-E.Griffen]. PENALTY on MIN-97-E.Griffen, Roughing the Passer, 14 yards, en
- Minnesota Vikings (Q1 54:02) — (9:02) (Shotgun) 5-T.Bridgewater pass deep left intended for 12-C.Johnson INTERCEPTED by 23-S.Williams at LAC -3. Touchback (12-C.Johnson).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 47:55) — (2:55) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers sacked at LAC 15 for -5 yards (55-A.Barr). FUMBLES (55-A.Barr), RECOVERED by MIN-24-C.Munnerlyn at LAC 13. 24-C.Munnerlyn to LAC 13 for no gain (Team).
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 · 53.8% completion · +0.6% CPOE · -0.34 EPA/play · -13.09 total EPA
- T.Bridgewater (Minnesota Vikings) · 25 dropbacks · 52.0% completion · -4.9% CPOE · -0.04 EPA/play · -1.05 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Los Angeles Chargers | Minnesota Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.140 | +0.075 |
| Offensive success rate | 37.8% | 47.1% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.132 | -0.042 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.148 | +0.118 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.075 | +0.140 |
| Defensive success rate | 52.9% | 62.2% |
By the numbers
Minnesota Vikings held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.07 vs -0.14), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Los Angeles Chargers: 11 drives, -12.57 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Minnesota Vikings: 12 drives, +5.22 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Minnesota Vikings leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- K. Clemens (Los Angeles Chargers) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- T. Bridgewater (MIN) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q1 46:19 · LAC 6 · Score 0-3
(1:19) (Field Goal formation) 3-B.Walsh 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q2 39:09 · LAC 2 · Score 0-9
(9:09) (Run formation) 74-A.Shepherd reported in as eligible. 28-A.Peterson right guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q2 39:05 · LAC 15 · Score 0-10
(Kick formation) 3-B.Walsh extra point is GOOD, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q2 31:25 · MIN 34 · Score 6-10
(1:25) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass deep left to 13-K.Allen for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN. MIN-29-X.Rhodes was injured during the play. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q2 31:17 · MIN 15 · Score 7-10
(Kick formation) 2-J.Lambo extra point is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q3 27:44 · LAC 43 · Score 7-16
(12:44) 28-A.Peterson right end for 43 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q3 27:32 · LAC 15 · Score 7-17
3-B.Walsh extra point is GOOD, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q3 17:45 · LAC 1 · Score 7-23
(2:45) 74-A.Shepherd reported in as eligible. 48-Z.Line right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q3 17:42 · LAC 15 · Score 7-24
(Kick formation) 3-B.Walsh extra point is GOOD, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q4 14:17 · MIN 14 · Score 7-30
(14:17) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short middle intended for 11-S.Johnson INTERCEPTED by 52-C.Greenway [97-E.Griffen] at MIN 9. 52-C.Greenway for 91 yards, TOUC - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q4 13:57 · LAC 15 · Score 7-31
(Kick formation) 3-B.Walsh extra point is GOOD, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q4 0:36 · MIN 19 · Score 13-31
(:36) (Shotgun) 10-K.Clemens pass deep middle to 13-K.Allen for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q4 0:32 · MIN 15 · Score 14-31
(Kick formation) 2-J.Lambo extra point is GOOD, Center-47-M.Windt, Holder-5-M.Scifres. LAC-75-C.Hairston was injured during the play.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Los Angeles Chargers vs Minnesota Vikings?
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Los Angeles Chargers 31-14 in Week 3, 2015 on 2015-09-27.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Chargers vs Minnesota Vikings?
The final score was Los Angeles Chargers 14, Minnesota Vikings 31 (LAC 14-31 MIN) in Week 3, 2015 on 2015-09-27.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Chargers vs Minnesota Vikings?
Q1: Los Angeles Chargers 0, Minnesota Vikings 3; Q2: Los Angeles Chargers 7, Minnesota Vikings 7; Q3: Los Angeles Chargers 0, Minnesota Vikings 14; Q4: Los Angeles Chargers 7, Minnesota Vikings 7; Final: Los Angeles Chargers 14, Minnesota Vikings 31.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Chargers vs Minnesota Vikings?
Minnesota Vikings touchdown — A. Peterson (Q2 39:09) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — K. Allen (P. Rivers pass) (Q2 31:25) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — A. Peterson (Q3 27:44) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — Z. Line (Q3 17:45) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — C. Greenway (Q4 14:17) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — K. Allen (K. Clemens pass) (Q4 0:36) Minnesota Vikings field goal — B. Walsh (Q1 46:19, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Los Angeles Chargers vs Minnesota Vikings?
P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers), 53.8% completion, +0.6% CPOE, -0.34 EPA per dropback, -13.09 total passing EPA. T. Bridgewater (Minnesota Vikings), 52.0% completion, -4.9% CPOE, -0.04 EPA per dropback, -1.05 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Chargers vs Minnesota Vikings?
K. Clemens (Los Angeles Chargers) led the game in total EPA with +7.16 on passing plays. across 6 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-10.59 EPA): (14:17) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers pass short middle intended for 11-S.Johnson INTERCEPTED by 52-C.Greenway [97-E.Griffen] at MIN 9. 52-C.Greenway for 91 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on MI. The biggest win-probability swing was -12.8%.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Chargers
Entered 1-1 Now 1-2 L
Minnesota Vikings
Entered 1-1 Now 2-1 W
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