Game story
In Week 9 of the 2003 NFL season on 2003-11-02, the Detroit Lions took care of business against the Las Vegas Raiders, pulling away with a 23–13 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
R. Mirer (Las Vegas Raiders) paced the passing game, with -5.86 total EPA.
On the individual side, J. Porter (Las Vegas Raiders) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +6.07 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+15.1% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Las Vegas Raiders changed the game: (10:17) 9-S.Lechler punts 44 yards to DET 15, Center-62-A.Treu. 10-R.Swinton MUFFS catch, RECOVERED by LV-21-N.Asomugha at DET 9. 21-N.Asomugha to DET 9 for no gain (39-D.Evans).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas Raiders | 0 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 13 |
| Detroit Lions | 10 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 23 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 J. Porter · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +6.07 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.52 EPA/play
- 2 C. Schlesinger · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +2.96 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.74 EPA/play
- 3 O. Gary · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +2.49 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.49 EPA/play
- 4 S. Bryson · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +1.53 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.38 EPA/play
- 5 S. Anderson · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +1.02 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.02 EPA/play
- 6 Z. Crockett · Las Vegas Raiders · Rushing · +0.86 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.43 EPA/play
- 7 M. Ricks · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +0.85 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.85 EPA/play
- 8 T. Brown · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +0.82 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.14 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
J. Porter — LV · Receiving
J. Porter posted the highest total EPA (+6.07) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Las Vegas Raiders's efficiency. Across 4 counted snaps, they averaged +1.52 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.19 EPA) came from Las Vegas Raiders: (2:39) 8-M.Tuiasosopo pass to 80-J.Rice to DET 49 for 7 yards (39-D.Evans). FUMBLES (39-D.Evans), RECOVERED by DET-54-B.Green at 50. 54-B.Green to LV 12 for 38 yards (82-T.Johnson).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Detroit Lions — O. Gary
- Detroit Lions — C. Schlesinger (J. Harrington pass)
- Las Vegas Raiders — C. Garner
Field goals
- Detroit Lions — J. Hanson
- Las Vegas Raiders — S. Janikowski
- Detroit Lions — J. Hanson
- Las Vegas Raiders — S. Janikowski
- Detroit Lions — J. Hanson
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Detroit Lions won the period 10–0. Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the LV 35 (Q1 57:59) — (12:59) 4-J.Hanson 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-89-B.Banta, Holder-2-N.Harris.; Detroit Lions found the end zone from the LV 2 (Q1 46:02) — (1:02) 33-O.Gary up the middle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Detroit Lions added 1 points from the LV 2 (Q1 45:58) — 4-J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-89-B.Banta, Holder-2-N.Harris..
The second quarter: Las Vegas Raiders won the period 3–0. Las Vegas Raiders connected on a field goal from the DET 37 (Q2 30:05) — (:05) 11-S.Janikowski 55 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-62-A.Treu, Holder-9-S.Lechler..
The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Detroit Lions found the end zone from the LV 33 (Q3 26:13) — (11:13) 3-J.Harrington pass to 30-C.Schlesinger for 33 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Detroit Lions added 1 points from the LV 2 (Q3 26:06) — 4-J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-89-B.Banta, Holder-2-N.Harris.; Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the DET 7 (Q3 17:59) — (2:59) 25-C.Garner right tackle for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the DET 2 (Q3 17:55) — 11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-62-A.Treu, Holder-9-S.Lechler..
The fourth quarter: Detroit Lions won the period 6–3. Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the LV 23 (Q4 12:50) — (12:50) 4-J.Hanson 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-89-B.Banta, Holder-2-N.Harris.; Las Vegas Raiders connected on a field goal from the DET 6 (Q4 9:18) — (9:18) 11-S.Janikowski 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-62-A.Treu, Holder-9-S.Lechler.; Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the LV 21 (Q4 5:56) — (5:56) 4-J.Hanson 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-89-B.Banta, Holder-2-N.Harris..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q4 10:17) — (10:17) 9-S.Lechler punts 44 yards to DET 15, Center-62-A.Treu. 10-R.Swinton MUFFS catch, RECOVERED by LV-21-N.Asomugha at DET 9. 21-N.Asomugha to DET 9 for no gain (39-D.Evans).
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 47:39) — (2:39) 8-M.Tuiasosopo pass to 80-J.Rice to DET 49 for 7 yards (39-D.Evans). FUMBLES (39-D.Evans), RECOVERED by DET-54-B.Green at 50. 54-B.Green to LV 12 for 38 yards (82-T.Johnson).
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 52:27) — (7:27) 11-S.Janikowski 55 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-63-B.Robbins, Holder-9-S.Lechler.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 59:27) — (14:27) 8-M.Tuiasosopo pass intended for 80-J.Rice INTERCEPTED by 23-O.Smith at LV 43. 23-O.Smith ran ob at LV 43 for no gain. Play Challenged by LV and Upheld. (Timeout #1 by LV at 14:20.)
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 55:47) — (10:47) 8-M.Tuiasosopo pass to 80-J.Rice to DET 44 for 9 yards (97-B.Bailey).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 47:39) — (2:39) 8-M.Tuiasosopo pass to 80-J.Rice to DET 49 for 7 yards (39-D.Evans). FUMBLES (39-D.Evans), RECOVERED by DET-54-B.Green at 50. 54-B.Green to LV 12 for 38 yards (82-T.Johnson).
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q4 10:17) — (10:17) 9-S.Lechler punts 44 yards to DET 15, Center-62-A.Treu. 10-R.Swinton MUFFS catch, RECOVERED by LV-21-N.Asomugha at DET 9. 21-N.Asomugha to DET 9 for no gain (39-D.Evans).
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q4 1:16) — (1:16) 3-R.Mirer pass intended for 80-J.Rice INTERCEPTED by 42-T.Holt at LV 47. 42-T.Holt to LV 17 for 30 yards (3-R.Mirer).
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 59:27) — (14:27) 8-M.Tuiasosopo pass intended for 80-J.Rice INTERCEPTED by 23-O.Smith at LV 43. 23-O.Smith ran ob at LV 43 for no gain. Play Challenged by LV and Upheld. (Timeout #1 by LV at 14:20.)
Quarterback report card
R.Mirer led all passers in efficiency for Las Vegas Raiders, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- R.Mirer (Las Vegas Raiders) · 31 dropbacks · 48.4% completion · -0.19 EPA/play · -5.86 total EPA
- J.Harrington (Detroit Lions) · 23 dropbacks · 56.5% completion · -0.15 EPA/play · -3.42 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Las Vegas Raiders | Detroit Lions |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.135 | -0.059 |
| Offensive success rate | 39.8% | 41.4% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.342 | -0.114 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.065 | -0.148 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.059 | +0.135 |
| Defensive success rate | 58.6% | 60.2% |
By the numbers
Detroit Lions held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.06 vs -0.14), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Detroit Lions: 11 drives, -4.15 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Las Vegas Raiders: 12 drives, -11.90 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Detroit Lions leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- J. Porter (Las Vegas Raiders) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q1 57:59 · LV 35 · Score 0-3
(12:59) 4-J.Hanson 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-89-B.Banta, Holder-2-N.Harris. - Detroit Lions TD (+6) — Q1 46:02 · LV 2 · Score 0-9
(1:02) 33-O.Gary up the middle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Detroit Lions XP (+1) — Q1 45:58 · LV 2 · Score 0-10
4-J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-89-B.Banta, Holder-2-N.Harris. - Las Vegas Raiders FG (+3) — Q2 30:05 · DET 37 · Score 3-10
(:05) 11-S.Janikowski 55 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-62-A.Treu, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Detroit Lions TD (+6) — Q3 26:13 · LV 33 · Score 3-16
(11:13) 3-J.Harrington pass to 30-C.Schlesinger for 33 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Detroit Lions XP (+1) — Q3 26:06 · LV 2 · Score 3-17
4-J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-89-B.Banta, Holder-2-N.Harris. - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q3 17:59 · DET 7 · Score 9-17
(2:59) 25-C.Garner right tackle for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q3 17:55 · DET 2 · Score 10-17
11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-62-A.Treu, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q4 12:50 · LV 23 · Score 10-20
(12:50) 4-J.Hanson 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-89-B.Banta, Holder-2-N.Harris. - Las Vegas Raiders FG (+3) — Q4 9:18 · DET 6 · Score 13-20
(9:18) 11-S.Janikowski 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-62-A.Treu, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q4 5:56 · LV 21 · Score 13-23
(5:56) 4-J.Hanson 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-89-B.Banta, Holder-2-N.Harris.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Las Vegas Raiders vs Detroit Lions?
The Detroit Lions beat the Las Vegas Raiders 23-13 in Week 9, 2003 on 2003-11-02.
What was the final score of Las Vegas Raiders vs Detroit Lions?
The final score was Las Vegas Raiders 13, Detroit Lions 23 (LV 13-23 DET) in Week 9, 2003 on 2003-11-02.
What was the score by quarter in Las Vegas Raiders vs Detroit Lions?
Q1: Las Vegas Raiders 0, Detroit Lions 10; Q2: Las Vegas Raiders 3, Detroit Lions 0; Q3: Las Vegas Raiders 7, Detroit Lions 7; Q4: Las Vegas Raiders 3, Detroit Lions 6; Final: Las Vegas Raiders 13, Detroit Lions 23.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Las Vegas Raiders vs Detroit Lions?
Detroit Lions touchdown — O. Gary (Q1 46:02) Detroit Lions touchdown — C. Schlesinger (J. Harrington pass) (Q3 26:13) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — C. Garner (Q3 17:59) Detroit Lions field goal — J. Hanson (Q1 57:59, 3 pts) Las Vegas Raiders field goal — S. Janikowski (Q2 30:05, 3 pts) Detroit Lions field goal — J. Hanson (Q4 12:50, 3 pts) Las Vegas Raiders field goal — S. Janikowski (Q4 9:18, 3 pts) Detroit Lions field goal — J. Hanson (Q4 5:56, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Las Vegas Raiders vs Detroit Lions?
R. Mirer (Las Vegas Raiders), 48.4% completion, -0.19 EPA per dropback, -5.86 total passing EPA. J. Harrington (Detroit Lions), 56.5% completion, -0.15 EPA per dropback, -3.42 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Las Vegas Raiders vs Detroit Lions?
J. Porter (Las Vegas Raiders) led the game in total EPA with +6.07 on receiving plays. across 4 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.19 EPA): (2:39) 8-M.Tuiasosopo pass to 80-J.Rice to DET 49 for 7 yards (39-D.Evans). FUMBLES (39-D.Evans), RECOVERED by DET-54-B.Green at 50. 54-B.Green to LV 12 for 38 yards (82-T.Johnson). The biggest win-probability swing was +15.1%.
Season records after this game
Las Vegas Raiders
Entered 2-5 Now 2-6 L
Detroit Lions
Entered 1-6 Now 2-6 W
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