Game story
In Week 1 of the 2007 NFL season on 2007-09-09, the Washington Commanders took care of business against the Miami Dolphins, pulling away with a 16–13 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
T. Green (Miami Dolphins) paced the passing game, with +0.82 total EPA, and -0.4% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, A.Randle El (Washington Commanders) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +8.78 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+17.0% win probability) landed in the third quarter when Washington Commanders changed the game: (13:12) 17-J.Campbell pass deep left to 82-A.Randle El to MIA 24 for 49 yards (29-T.Daniels).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Dolphins | 7 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Washington Commanders | 3 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 16 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 A.Randle El · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +8.78 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.76 EPA/play
- 2 C. Chambers · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +7.61 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.27 EPA/play
- 3 J. Peelle · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +3.19 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.59 EPA/play
- 4 S. Moss · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +1.93 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.64 EPA/play
- 5 L. Betts · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +1.72 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.72 EPA/play
- 6 C. Cooley · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +1.66 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.66 EPA/play
- 7 M. Booker · Miami Dolphins · Rushing · +1.23 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.23 EPA/play
- 8 R. Brown · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +1.10 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.18 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
A.Randle El — WAS · Receiving
A.Randle El posted the highest total EPA (+8.78) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Washington Commanders's efficiency. Across 5 counted snaps, they averaged +1.76 EPA per play.
The signature play (-5.89 EPA) came from Washington Commanders: (12:44) 17-J.Campbell pass short middle intended for 47-C.Cooley INTERCEPTED by 24-R.Hill at MIA 37. 24-R.Hill to WAS 39 for 24 yards (26-C.Portis).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Miami Dolphins — J. Peelle (T. Green pass)
- Washington Commanders — C. Portis
Field goals
- Washington Commanders — S. Suisham
- Miami Dolphins — J. Feely
- Washington Commanders — S. Suisham
- Miami Dolphins — J. Feely
- Washington Commanders — S. Suisham
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The second quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 7–3. Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the MIA 13 (Q2 42:14) — (12:14) 6-S.Suisham 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the WAS 1 (Q2 30:04) — (:04) 10-T.Green pass short middle to 87-J.Peelle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q2 30:00) — 3-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-4-B.Fields..
The third quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 7–3. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the MIA 19 (Q3 26:54) — (11:54) 26-C.Portis left end for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q3 26:47) — 6-S.Suisham extra point is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the WAS 1 (Q3 18:40) — (3:40) 3-J.Feely 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-4-B.Fields..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the MIA 26 (Q4 5:35) — (5:35) 6-S.Suisham 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the WAS 18 (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) 3-J.Feely 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-4-B.Fields..
Overtime: Washington Commanders won the period 3–0. Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the MIA 22 (OT 9:27) — (9:27) 6-S.Suisham 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Washington Commanders (Q3 28:12) — (13:12) 17-J.Campbell pass deep left to 82-A.Randle El to MIA 24 for 49 yards (29-T.Daniels).
- Washington Commanders (Q1 57:44) — (12:44) 17-J.Campbell pass short middle intended for 47-C.Cooley INTERCEPTED by 24-R.Hill at MIA 37. 24-R.Hill to WAS 39 for 24 yards (26-C.Portis).
- Washington Commanders (Q4 0:04) — (:04) (Shotgun) 17-J.Campbell pass deep right to 82-A.Randle El to MIA 3 for 54 yards (99-J.Taylor). FUMBLES (99-J.Taylor), ball out of bounds at MIA 3. Pass intended for 83-J.Thrash and tipped by 99-
- Washington Commanders (OT 12:25) — (12:25) 17-J.Campbell pass short middle to 47-C.Cooley to MIA 47 for 10 yards (44-C.Worrell).
- Washington Commanders (OT 9:27) — (9:27) 6-S.Suisham 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Washington Commanders (Q1 57:44) — (12:44) 17-J.Campbell pass short middle intended for 47-C.Cooley INTERCEPTED by 24-R.Hill at MIA 37. 24-R.Hill to WAS 39 for 24 yards (26-C.Portis).
- Miami Dolphins (Q2 40:11) — (10:11) 10-T.Green pass short middle to 28-J.Chatman to WAS 46 for 4 yards (52-R.McIntosh). FUMBLES (52-R.McIntosh), RECOVERED by WAS-24-S.Springs at WAS 46. 24-S.Springs to WAS 46 for no gain (45-R.M
- Washington Commanders (Q3 28:12) — (13:12) 17-J.Campbell pass deep left to 82-A.Randle El to MIA 24 for 49 yards (29-T.Daniels).
- Miami Dolphins (Q2 30:04) — (:04) 10-T.Green pass short middle to 87-J.Peelle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
T.Green led all passers in efficiency for Miami Dolphins, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- T.Green (Miami Dolphins) · 42 dropbacks · 57.1% completion · -0.4% CPOE · +0.02 EPA/play · +0.82 total EPA
- J.Campbell (Washington Commanders) · 26 dropbacks · 46.2% completion · -1.2% CPOE · -0.10 EPA/play · -2.60 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Miami Dolphins | Washington Commanders |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.058 | -0.044 |
| Offensive success rate | 37.5% | 41.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.019 | -0.100 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.317 | -0.078 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.044 | +0.058 |
| Defensive success rate | 58.3% | 62.5% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Miami Dolphins -0.06, Washington Commanders -0.04) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- Miami Dolphins: 11 drives, -4.65 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 12 drives, -3.70 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Washington Commanders 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.
- A.Randle El (Washington Commanders) 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.
- Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q2 42:14 · MIA 13 · Score 0-3
(12:14) 6-S.Suisham 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q2 30:04 · WAS 1 · Score 6-3
(:04) 10-T.Green pass short middle to 87-J.Peelle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q2 30:00 · WAS 2 · Score 7-3
3-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-4-B.Fields. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q3 26:54 · MIA 19 · Score 7-9
(11:54) 26-C.Portis left end for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q3 26:47 · MIA 2 · Score 7-10
6-S.Suisham extra point is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q3 18:40 · WAS 1 · Score 10-10
(3:40) 3-J.Feely 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-4-B.Fields. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q4 5:35 · MIA 26 · Score 10-13
(5:35) 6-S.Suisham 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q4 2:00 · WAS 18 · Score 13-13
(2:00) 3-J.Feely 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-4-B.Fields. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — OT 9:27 · MIA 22 · Score 13-16
(9:27) 6-S.Suisham 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Miami Dolphins vs Washington Commanders?
The Washington Commanders beat the Miami Dolphins 16-13 in Week 1, 2007 on 2007-09-09.
What was the final score of Miami Dolphins vs Washington Commanders?
The final score was Miami Dolphins 13, Washington Commanders 16 (MIA 13-16 WAS) in Week 1, 2007 on 2007-09-09.
What was the score by quarter in Miami Dolphins vs Washington Commanders?
Q2: Miami Dolphins 7, Washington Commanders 3; Q3: Miami Dolphins 3, Washington Commanders 7; Q4: Miami Dolphins 3, Washington Commanders 3; Q5: Miami Dolphins 0, Washington Commanders 3; Final: Miami Dolphins 13, Washington Commanders 16.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Miami Dolphins vs Washington Commanders?
Miami Dolphins touchdown — J. Peelle (T. Green pass) (Q2 30:04) Washington Commanders touchdown — C. Portis (Q3 26:54) Washington Commanders field goal — S. Suisham (Q2 42:14, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — J. Feely (Q3 18:40, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — S. Suisham (Q4 5:35, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — J. Feely (Q4 2:00, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — S. Suisham (OT 9:27, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Miami Dolphins vs Washington Commanders?
T. Green (Miami Dolphins), 57.1% completion, -0.4% CPOE, +0.02 EPA per dropback, +0.82 total passing EPA. J. Campbell (Washington Commanders), 46.2% completion, -1.2% CPOE, -0.10 EPA per dropback, -2.60 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Miami Dolphins vs Washington Commanders?
A.Randle El (Washington Commanders) led the game in total EPA with +8.78 on receiving plays. across 5 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-5.89 EPA): (12:44) 17-J.Campbell pass short middle intended for 47-C.Cooley INTERCEPTED by 24-R.Hill at MIA 37. 24-R.Hill to WAS 39 for 24 yards (26-C.Portis).. The biggest win-probability swing was +17.0%.
Was Miami Dolphins vs Washington Commanders a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Washington Commanders won 16-13 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Miami Dolphins
Now 0-1 L
Washington Commanders
Now 1-0 W
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