Game story
In Week 4 of the 2023 NFL season on 2023-10-01, the Los Angeles Chargers took care of business against the Las Vegas Raiders, pulling away with a 24–17 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
A. O'Connell (Las Vegas Raiders) paced the passing game, with -10.95 total EPA, and -8.1% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, D. Adams (Las Vegas Raiders) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +7.69 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-23.7% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Las Vegas Raiders changed the game: (2:39) (Shotgun) 4-A.O'Connell pass short right intended for 16-J.Meyers INTERCEPTED by 26-A.Samuel at LAC 3. 26-A.Samuel to LAC 11 for 8 yards.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas Raiders | 7 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 17 |
| Los Angeles Chargers | 7 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 D. Adams · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +7.69 total EPA · 13 snaps · +0.59 EPA/play
- 2 J. Jacobs · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +4.96 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.45 EPA/play
- 3 K. Allen · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +3.48 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.70 EPA/play
- 4 D. Davis · Los Angeles Chargers · Rushing · +2.35 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.78 EPA/play
- 5 J. Herbert · Los Angeles Chargers · Passing · +1.91 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.06 EPA/play
- 6 Jak. Johnson · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +1.03 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.52 EPA/play
- 7 I. Spiller · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +0.90 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.45 EPA/play
- 8 A. Abdullah · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +0.32 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.16 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 (+7.69) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Las Vegas Raiders's efficiency. Across 13 counted snaps, they averaged +0.59 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.57 EPA) came from Las Vegas Raiders: (2:39) (Shotgun) 4-A.O'Connell pass short right intended for 16-J.Meyers INTERCEPTED by 26-A.Samuel at LAC 3. 26-A.Samuel to LAC 11 for 8 yards.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Los Angeles Chargers — J. Herbert
- Las Vegas Raiders — A. O'Connell
- Los Angeles Chargers — K. Allen (J. Herbert pass)
- Los Angeles Chargers — J. Herbert
- Las Vegas Raiders — J. Jacobs
Field goals
- 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: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 12 (Q1 55:44) — (10:44) (Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert scrambles right end for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 15 (Q1 55:38) — 11-C.Dicker extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.; Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LAC 1 (Q1 45:48) — (:48) 4-A.O'Connell up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q1 45:45) — 2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole..
The second quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 17–0. Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the LV 15 (Q2 40:45) — (10:45) 11-C.Dicker 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LV 7 (Q2 37:23) — (7:23) (Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert pass short middle to 13-K.Allen for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 15 (Q2 37:20) — 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 1 (Q2 33:06) — (3:06) 10-J.Herbert up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the LV 15 (Q2 33:05) — 11-C.Dicker extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott..
The third quarter: Las Vegas Raiders won the period 3–0. Las Vegas Raiders connected on a field goal from the LAC 4 (Q3 19:54) — (4:54) 2-D.Carlson 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole..
The fourth quarter: Las Vegas Raiders won the period 7–0. Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the LAC 1 (Q4 4:04) — (4:04) (Shotgun) 8-J.Jacobs up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the LAC 15 (Q4 3:59) — 2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q4 2:39) — (2:39) (Shotgun) 4-A.O'Connell pass short right intended for 16-J.Meyers INTERCEPTED by 26-A.Samuel at LAC 3. 26-A.Samuel to LAC 11 for 8 yards.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q4 2:47) — (2:47) (Shotgun) 4-A.O'Connell pass deep left to 17-D.Adams pushed ob at LAC 3 for 19 yards (43-M.Davis).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 3:34) — (3:34) 10-J.Herbert up the middle to LAC 34 for no gain (98-M.Crosby).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q2 43:19) — (13:19) (Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert pass short right to 13-K.Allen ran ob at LV 20 for 22 yards (25-T.Moehrig).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 59:50) — (14:50) (Shotgun) 12-D.Davis right end to LV 35 for 51 yards (25-T.Moehrig).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q4 2:39) — (2:39) (Shotgun) 4-A.O'Connell pass short right intended for 16-J.Meyers INTERCEPTED by 26-A.Samuel at LAC 3. 26-A.Samuel to LAC 11 for 8 yards.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q2 35:21) — (5:21) 4-A.O'Connell sacked at LV 41 for -7 yards (52-K.Mack). FUMBLES (52-K.Mack), RECOVERED by LAC-98-A.Johnson at LV 35.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q2 39:48) — (9:48) (Shotgun) 4-A.O'Connell sacked at LV 34 for -7 yards (56-M.Fox). FUMBLES (56-M.Fox), RECOVERED by LAC-94-C.Rumph at LV 36. 94-C.Rumph to LV 36 for no gain (22-A.Abdullah). LAC-56-M.Fox credited
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q4 2:47) — (2:47) (Shotgun) 4-A.O'Connell pass deep left to 17-D.Adams pushed ob at LAC 3 for 19 yards (43-M.Davis).
Quarterback report card
A.O'Connell led all passers in efficiency for Las Vegas Raiders, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- A.O'Connell (Las Vegas Raiders) · 49 dropbacks · 49.0% completion · -8.1% CPOE · -0.22 EPA/play · -10.95 total EPA
- J.Herbert (Los Angeles Chargers) · 32 dropbacks · 40.6% completion · -7.3% CPOE · +0.06 EPA/play · +1.91 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Las Vegas Raiders | Los Angeles Chargers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.132 | -0.065 |
| Offensive success rate | 44.9% | 34.6% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.224 | +0.060 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.057 | -0.098 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.065 | +0.132 |
| Defensive success rate | 65.4% | 55.1% |
By the numbers
Los Angeles Chargers held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.07 vs -0.13), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Los Angeles Chargers: 12 drives, -5.07 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Las Vegas Raiders: 11 drives, -11.78 total EPA, 3 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.
- 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.
- A. O'Connell (LV) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
- J. Herbert (LAC) 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 55:44 · LV 12 · Score 0-6
(10:44) (Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert scrambles right end for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q1 55:38 · LV 15 · Score 0-7
11-C.Dicker extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott. - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q1 45:48 · LAC 1 · Score 6-7
(:48) 4-A.O'Connell up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q1 45:45 · LAC 15 · Score 7-7
2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q2 40:45 · LV 15 · Score 7-10
(10:45) 11-C.Dicker 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q2 37:23 · LV 7 · Score 7-16
(7:23) (Shotgun) 10-J.Herbert pass short middle to 13-K.Allen for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q2 37:20 · LV 15 · Score 7-17
11-C.Dicker extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q2 33:06 · LV 1 · Score 7-23
(3:06) 10-J.Herbert up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q2 33:05 · LV 15 · Score 7-24
11-C.Dicker extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-16-J.Scott. - Las Vegas Raiders FG (+3) — Q3 19:54 · LAC 4 · Score 10-24
(4:54) 2-D.Carlson 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole. - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q4 4:04 · LAC 1 · Score 16-24
(4:04) (Shotgun) 8-J.Jacobs up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q4 3:59 · LAC 15 · Score 17-24
2-D.Carlson extra point is GOOD, Center-50-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-A.Cole.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Las Vegas Raiders vs Los Angeles Chargers?
The Los Angeles Chargers beat the Las Vegas Raiders 24-17 in Week 4, 2023 on 2023-10-01.
What was the final score of Las Vegas Raiders vs Los Angeles Chargers?
The final score was Las Vegas Raiders 17, Los Angeles Chargers 24 (LV 17-24 LAC) in Week 4, 2023 on 2023-10-01.
What was the score by quarter in Las Vegas Raiders vs Los Angeles Chargers?
Q1: Las Vegas Raiders 7, Los Angeles Chargers 7; Q2: Las Vegas Raiders 0, Los Angeles Chargers 17; Q3: Las Vegas Raiders 3, Los Angeles Chargers 0; Q4: Las Vegas Raiders 7, Los Angeles Chargers 0; Final: Las Vegas Raiders 17, Los Angeles Chargers 24.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Las Vegas Raiders vs Los Angeles Chargers?
Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — J. Herbert (Q1 55:44) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — A. O'Connell (Q1 45:48) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — K. Allen (J. Herbert pass) (Q2 37:23) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — J. Herbert (Q2 33:06) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — J. Jacobs (Q4 4:04) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — C. Dicker (Q2 40:45, 3 pts) Las Vegas Raiders field goal — D. Carlson (Q3 19:54, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Las Vegas Raiders vs Los Angeles Chargers?
A. O'Connell (Las Vegas Raiders), 49.0% completion, -8.1% CPOE, -0.22 EPA per dropback, -10.95 total passing EPA. J. Herbert (Los Angeles Chargers), 40.6% completion, -7.3% CPOE, +0.06 EPA per dropback, +1.91 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Las Vegas Raiders vs Los Angeles Chargers?
D. Adams (Las Vegas Raiders) led the game in total EPA with +7.69 on receiving plays. across 13 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.57 EPA): (2:39) (Shotgun) 4-A.O'Connell pass short right intended for 16-J.Meyers INTERCEPTED by 26-A.Samuel at LAC 3. 26-A.Samuel to LAC 11 for 8 yards.. The biggest win-probability swing was -23.7%.
Was Las Vegas Raiders vs Los Angeles Chargers a close game?
Yes — the margin was 7 points. Los Angeles Chargers won 24-17 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Las Vegas Raiders
Entered 1-2 Now 1-3 L
Los Angeles Chargers
Entered 1-2 Now 2-2 W
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