Game story
In Week 3 of the 2001 NFL season on 2001-09-30, the Los Angeles Rams took care of business against the Miami Dolphins, pulling away with a 42–10 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
K. Warner (Los Angeles Rams) paced the passing game, with +25.61 total EPA.
On the individual side, K. Warner (Los Angeles Rams) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +25.61 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-14.4% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Miami Dolphins changed the game: (11:30) 9-J.Fiedler sacked at LA 15 for -9 yards (59-L.Fletcher). FUMBLES (59-L.Fletcher), touched at LA 15, RECOVERED by LA-21-D.McCleon at LA 30. 21-D.McCleon to LA 30 for no gain (26-L.Smith).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Dolphins | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Los Angeles Rams | 7 | 14 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 42 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 K. Warner · Los Angeles Rams · Passing · +25.61 total EPA · 35 snaps · +0.73 EPA/play
- 2 M. Faulk · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +10.50 total EPA · 8 snaps · +1.31 EPA/play
- 3 T. Holt · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +9.00 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.80 EPA/play
- 4 R. Proehl · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +5.63 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.41 EPA/play
- 5 T. Canidate · Los Angeles Rams · Rushing · +3.25 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.81 EPA/play
- 6 C. Chambers · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +2.56 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.51 EPA/play
- 7 A. Hakim · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +1.64 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.55 EPA/play
- 8 J. Robinson · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +0.99 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.50 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
K. Warner — LA · Passing
K. Warner posted the highest total EPA (+25.61) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Rams's efficiency. Across 35 counted snaps, they averaged +0.73 EPA per play.
The signature play (+5.46 EPA) came from Los Angeles Rams: (6:46) 13-K.Warner pass to 88-T.Holt for 45 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 Rams — R. Proehl (K. Warner pass)
- Miami Dolphins — J. McKnight (J. Fiedler pass)
- Los Angeles Rams — M. Faulk (K. Warner pass)
- Los Angeles Rams — M. Faulk (K. Warner pass)
- Los Angeles Rams — M. Faulk
- Los Angeles Rams — T. Holt (K. Warner pass)
- Los Angeles Rams — T. Canidate
Field goals
- Miami Dolphins — O. Mare
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 Rams found the end zone from the MIA 3 (Q1 53:15) — (8:15) 13-K.Warner pass to 87-R.Proehl for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q1 53:10) — 14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-J.Robinson, Holder-87-R.Proehl.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the LA 24 (Q1 47:50) — (2:50) 9-J.Fiedler pass to 80-J.McKnight for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the LA 2 (Q1 47:41) — 10-O.Mare extra point is GOOD, Center-89-E.Perry, Holder-1-M.Turk..
The second quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 14–3. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the MIA 10 (Q2 39:40) — (9:40) 13-K.Warner pass to 28-M.Faulk for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q2 39:32) — 14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-J.Robinson, Holder-87-R.Proehl.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the LA 8 (Q2 33:22) — (3:22) 10-O.Mare 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-89-E.Perry, Holder-1-M.Turk.; Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the MIA 1 (Q2 30:03) — (:03) 13-K.Warner pass to 28-M.Faulk for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q2 30:00) — 14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-J.Robinson, Holder-87-R.Proehl..
The third quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 7–0. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the MIA 1 (Q3 20:53) — (5:53) 28-M.Faulk left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q3 20:49) — 14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-J.Robinson, Holder-87-R.Proehl..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 14–0. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the MIA 45 (Q4 6:46) — (6:46) 13-K.Warner pass to 88-T.Holt for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q4 6:39) — 14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-J.Robinson, Holder-87-R.Proehl.; Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the MIA 9 (Q4 2:31) — (2:31) 24-T.Canidate left end for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q4 2:25) — 14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-J.Robinson, Holder-87-R.Proehl..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Miami Dolphins (Q2 41:30) — (11:30) 9-J.Fiedler sacked at LA 15 for -9 yards (59-L.Fletcher). FUMBLES (59-L.Fletcher), touched at LA 15, RECOVERED by LA-21-D.McCleon at LA 30. 21-D.McCleon to LA 30 for no gain (26-L.Smith).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 57:07) — (12:07) 13-K.Warner pass to 81-A.Hakim to MIA 37 for 10 yards (21-T.Cousin).
- Miami Dolphins (Q1 47:50) — (2:50) 9-J.Fiedler pass to 80-J.McKnight for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Miami Dolphins (Q2 36:26) — (6:26) (Shotgun) 9-J.Fiedler pass to 84-C.Chambers to LA 22 for 33 yards (23-J.Butler).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 30:03) — (:03) 13-K.Warner pass to 28-M.Faulk for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 6:46) — (6:46) 13-K.Warner pass to 88-T.Holt for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Miami Dolphins (Q2 41:30) — (11:30) 9-J.Fiedler sacked at LA 15 for -9 yards (59-L.Fletcher). FUMBLES (59-L.Fletcher), touched at LA 15, RECOVERED by LA-21-D.McCleon at LA 30. 21-D.McCleon to LA 30 for no gain (26-L.Smith).
- Miami Dolphins (Q4 0:09) — (:09) (Shotgun) 9-J.Fiedler pass intended for 80-J.McKnight INTERCEPTED by 59-L.Fletcher at LA 3. Touchback.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 30:03) — (:03) 13-K.Warner pass to 28-M.Faulk for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
K.Warner led all passers in efficiency for Los Angeles Rams, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- K.Warner (Los Angeles Rams) · 35 dropbacks · 68.6% completion · +0.73 EPA/play · +25.61 total EPA
- J.Fiedler (Miami Dolphins) · 34 dropbacks · 55.9% completion · -0.04 EPA/play · -1.24 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Miami Dolphins | Los Angeles Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.075 | +0.336 |
| Offensive success rate | 48.6% | 54.4% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.037 | +0.732 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.219 | +0.098 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.336 | +0.075 |
| Defensive success rate | 45.6% | 51.4% |
By the numbers
Los Angeles Rams held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.34 vs -0.07), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Los Angeles Rams: 10 drives, +26.52 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
- Miami Dolphins: 9 drives, -5.25 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Los Angeles Rams leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- K. Warner (Los Angeles Rams) 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.
- Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q1 53:15 · MIA 3 · Score 0-6
(8:15) 13-K.Warner pass to 87-R.Proehl for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q1 53:10 · MIA 2 · Score 0-7
14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-J.Robinson, Holder-87-R.Proehl. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q1 47:50 · LA 24 · Score 6-7
(2:50) 9-J.Fiedler pass to 80-J.McKnight for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q1 47:41 · LA 2 · Score 7-7
10-O.Mare extra point is GOOD, Center-89-E.Perry, Holder-1-M.Turk. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q2 39:40 · MIA 10 · Score 7-13
(9:40) 13-K.Warner pass to 28-M.Faulk for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q2 39:32 · MIA 2 · Score 7-14
14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-J.Robinson, Holder-87-R.Proehl. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q2 33:22 · LA 8 · Score 10-14
(3:22) 10-O.Mare 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-89-E.Perry, Holder-1-M.Turk. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q2 30:03 · MIA 1 · Score 10-20
(:03) 13-K.Warner pass to 28-M.Faulk for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q2 30:00 · MIA 2 · Score 10-21
14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-J.Robinson, Holder-87-R.Proehl. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q3 20:53 · MIA 1 · Score 10-27
(5:53) 28-M.Faulk left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q3 20:49 · MIA 2 · Score 10-28
14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-J.Robinson, Holder-87-R.Proehl. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q4 6:46 · MIA 45 · Score 10-34
(6:46) 13-K.Warner pass to 88-T.Holt for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q4 6:39 · MIA 2 · Score 10-35
14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-J.Robinson, Holder-87-R.Proehl. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q4 2:31 · MIA 9 · Score 10-41
(2:31) 24-T.Canidate left end for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q4 2:25 · MIA 2 · Score 10-42
14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-J.Robinson, Holder-87-R.Proehl.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Miami Dolphins vs Los Angeles Rams?
The Los Angeles Rams beat the Miami Dolphins 42-10 in Week 3, 2001 on 2001-09-30.
What was the final score of Miami Dolphins vs Los Angeles Rams?
The final score was Miami Dolphins 10, Los Angeles Rams 42 (MIA 10-42 LA) in Week 3, 2001 on 2001-09-30.
What was the score by quarter in Miami Dolphins vs Los Angeles Rams?
Q1: Miami Dolphins 7, Los Angeles Rams 7; Q2: Miami Dolphins 3, Los Angeles Rams 14; Q3: Miami Dolphins 0, Los Angeles Rams 7; Q4: Miami Dolphins 0, Los Angeles Rams 14; Final: Miami Dolphins 10, Los Angeles Rams 42.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Miami Dolphins vs Los Angeles Rams?
Los Angeles Rams touchdown — R. Proehl (K. Warner pass) (Q1 53:15) Miami Dolphins touchdown — J. McKnight (J. Fiedler pass) (Q1 47:50) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — M. Faulk (K. Warner pass) (Q2 39:40) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — M. Faulk (K. Warner pass) (Q2 30:03) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — M. Faulk (Q3 20:53) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — T. Holt (K. Warner pass) (Q4 6:46) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — T. Canidate (Q4 2:31) Miami Dolphins field goal — O. Mare (Q2 33:22, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Miami Dolphins vs Los Angeles Rams?
K. Warner (Los Angeles Rams), 68.6% completion, +0.73 EPA per dropback, +25.61 total passing EPA. J. Fiedler (Miami Dolphins), 55.9% completion, -0.04 EPA per dropback, -1.24 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Miami Dolphins vs Los Angeles Rams?
K. Warner (Los Angeles Rams) led the game in total EPA with +25.61 on passing plays. across 35 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+5.46 EPA): (6:46) 13-K.Warner pass to 88-T.Holt for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -14.4%.
Season records after this game
Miami Dolphins
Entered 2-0 Now 2-1 L
Los Angeles Rams
Entered 2-0 Now 3-0 W
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