Game story
In Week 8 of the 2005 NFL season on 2005-10-30, the Carolina Panthers took care of business against the Minnesota Vikings, pulling away with a 38–13 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.
B. Johnson (Minnesota Vikings) paced the passing game, with +4.77 total EPA.
On the individual side, J. Delhomme (Carolina Panthers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +28.26 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-13.8% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Carolina Panthers changed the game: (14:46) (Shotgun) 48-S.Davis right guard to CAR 37 for -3 yards (57-R.Smith).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Vikings | 0 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 13 |
| Carolina Panthers | 7 | 17 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 38 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 J. Delhomme · Carolina Panthers · Passing · +28.26 total EPA · 34 snaps · +0.83 EPA/play
- 2 S. Smith · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +16.88 total EPA · 11 snaps · +1.53 EPA/play
- 3 M. Robinson · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +12.07 total EPA · 4 snaps · +3.02 EPA/play
- 4 B. Johnson · Minnesota Vikings · Passing · +4.77 total EPA · 38 snaps · +0.13 EPA/play
- 5 M. Gaines · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +4.20 total EPA · 2 snaps · +2.10 EPA/play
- 6 K. Colbert · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +3.81 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.90 EPA/play
- 7 T. Williamson · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +3.44 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.44 EPA/play
- 8 R. Proehl · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +2.83 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.41 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
J. Delhomme — CAR · Passing
J. Delhomme posted the highest total EPA (+28.26) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Carolina Panthers's efficiency. Across 34 counted snaps, they averaged +0.83 EPA per play.
The signature play (+5.47 EPA) came from Minnesota Vikings: (12:29) (Shotgun) 14-B.Johnson pass to 87-M.Robinson to CAR 4 for 45 yards (20-C.Gamble).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Carolina Panthers — S. Davis
- Carolina Panthers — S. Davis
- Carolina Panthers — S. Smith (J. Delhomme pass)
- Minnesota Vikings — M. Moore
- Carolina Panthers — K. Mangum (J. Delhomme pass)
- Carolina Panthers — K. Colbert (J. Delhomme pass)
- Minnesota Vikings — M. Robinson (B. Johnson pass)
Field goals
- Carolina Panthers — J. Kasay
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Carolina Panthers won the period 7–0. Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the MIN 7 (Q1 55:27) — (10:27) 48-S.Davis up the middle for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q1 55:19) — 4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker..
The second quarter: Carolina Panthers won the period 17–0. Carolina Panthers connected on a field goal from the MIN 26 (Q2 39:47) — (9:47) 4-J.Kasay 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker.; Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the MIN 1 (Q2 34:02) — (4:02) 48-S.Davis left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q2 33:57) — 4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker.; Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the MIN 13 (Q2 30:43) — (:43) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 89-S.Smith for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q2 30:38) — 4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker..
The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the CAR 4 (Q3 26:50) — (11:50) 30-M.Moore left guard for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the CAR 2 (Q3 26:45) — 1-P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-14-B.Johnson.; Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the MIN 1 (Q3 22:31) — (7:31) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 86-K.Mangum for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q3 22:25) — 4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker..
The fourth quarter: Carolina Panthers won the period 7–6. Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the MIN 25 (Q4 7:43) — (7:43) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 83-K.Colbert for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q4 7:38) — 4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the CAR 5 (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) (Shotgun) 14-B.Johnson pass to 87-M.Robinson for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Carolina Panthers (Q1 59:46) — (14:46) (Shotgun) 48-S.Davis right guard to CAR 37 for -3 yards (57-R.Smith).
- Carolina Panthers (Q1 59:55) — (14:55) 48-S.Davis right tackle to CAR 40 for 8 yards (56-E.Henderson). Penalty on MIN-93-K.Williams, Defensive Offside, declined.
- Carolina Panthers (Q2 35:39) — (5:39) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 89-S.Smith to MIN 1 for 69 yards (27-F.Smoot). Play Challenged by CAR and Upheld. (Timeout #1 by CAR.)
- Carolina Panthers (Q1 50:23) — (5:23) 4-J.Kasay 56 yard field goal is No Good, Short, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker.
- Carolina Panthers (Q1 56:02) — (11:02) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 89-S.Smith pushed ob at MIN 7 for 30 yards (42-D.Sharper).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q3 27:29) — (12:29) (Shotgun) 14-B.Johnson pass to 87-M.Robinson to CAR 4 for 45 yards (20-C.Gamble).
- Carolina Panthers (Q2 35:39) — (5:39) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 89-S.Smith to MIN 1 for 69 yards (27-F.Smoot). Play Challenged by CAR and Upheld. (Timeout #1 by CAR.)
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) (Shotgun) 14-B.Johnson pass to 87-M.Robinson for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 2:59) — (2:59) (Shotgun) 14-B.Johnson pass to 19-T.Williamson to CAR 14 for 36 yards (30-M.Minter).
Quarterback report card
B.Johnson led all passers in efficiency for Minnesota Vikings, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- B.Johnson (Minnesota Vikings) · 38 dropbacks · 34.2% completion · +0.13 EPA/play · +4.77 total EPA
- J.Delhomme (Carolina Panthers) · 34 dropbacks · 61.8% completion · +0.83 EPA/play · +28.26 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Minnesota Vikings | Carolina Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.022 | +0.291 |
| Offensive success rate | 39.7% | 52.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.112 | +0.783 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.118 | -0.074 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.291 | -0.022 |
| Defensive success rate | 47.7% | 60.3% |
By the numbers
Carolina Panthers held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.29 vs +0.02), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Carolina Panthers: 10 drives, +25.62 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
- Minnesota Vikings: 10 drives, +1.70 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Carolina Panthers leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- J. Delhomme (Carolina Panthers) 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.
- Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q1 55:27 · MIN 7 · Score 0-6
(10:27) 48-S.Davis up the middle for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q1 55:19 · MIN 2 · Score 0-7
4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker. - Carolina Panthers FG (+3) — Q2 39:47 · MIN 26 · Score 0-10
(9:47) 4-J.Kasay 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q2 34:02 · MIN 1 · Score 0-16
(4:02) 48-S.Davis left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q2 33:57 · MIN 2 · Score 0-17
4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q2 30:43 · MIN 13 · Score 0-23
(:43) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 89-S.Smith for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q2 30:38 · MIN 2 · Score 0-24
4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q3 26:50 · CAR 4 · Score 6-24
(11:50) 30-M.Moore left guard for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q3 26:45 · CAR 2 · Score 7-24
1-P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-14-B.Johnson. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q3 22:31 · MIN 1 · Score 7-30
(7:31) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 86-K.Mangum for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q3 22:25 · MIN 2 · Score 7-31
4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q4 7:43 · MIN 25 · Score 7-37
(7:43) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 83-K.Colbert for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q4 7:38 · MIN 2 · Score 7-38
4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-7-J.Baker. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q4 2:00 · CAR 5 · Score 13-38
(2:00) (Shotgun) 14-B.Johnson pass to 87-M.Robinson for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Minnesota Vikings vs Carolina Panthers?
The Carolina Panthers beat the Minnesota Vikings 38-13 in Week 8, 2005 on 2005-10-30.
What was the final score of Minnesota Vikings vs Carolina Panthers?
The final score was Minnesota Vikings 13, Carolina Panthers 38 (MIN 13-38 CAR) in Week 8, 2005 on 2005-10-30.
What was the score by quarter in Minnesota Vikings vs Carolina Panthers?
Q1: Minnesota Vikings 0, Carolina Panthers 7; Q2: Minnesota Vikings 0, Carolina Panthers 17; Q3: Minnesota Vikings 7, Carolina Panthers 7; Q4: Minnesota Vikings 6, Carolina Panthers 7; Final: Minnesota Vikings 13, Carolina Panthers 38.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Minnesota Vikings vs Carolina Panthers?
Carolina Panthers touchdown — S. Davis (Q1 55:27) Carolina Panthers touchdown — S. Davis (Q2 34:02) Carolina Panthers touchdown — S. Smith (J. Delhomme pass) (Q2 30:43) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — M. Moore (Q3 26:50) Carolina Panthers touchdown — K. Mangum (J. Delhomme pass) (Q3 22:31) Carolina Panthers touchdown — K. Colbert (J. Delhomme pass) (Q4 7:43) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — M. Robinson (B. Johnson pass) (Q4 2:00) Carolina Panthers field goal — J. Kasay (Q2 39:47, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Minnesota Vikings vs Carolina Panthers?
B. Johnson (Minnesota Vikings), 34.2% completion, +0.13 EPA per dropback, +4.77 total passing EPA. J. Delhomme (Carolina Panthers), 61.8% completion, +0.83 EPA per dropback, +28.26 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Minnesota Vikings vs Carolina Panthers?
J. Delhomme (Carolina Panthers) led the game in total EPA with +28.26 on passing plays. across 34 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+5.47 EPA): (12:29) (Shotgun) 14-B.Johnson pass to 87-M.Robinson to CAR 4 for 45 yards (20-C.Gamble).. The biggest win-probability swing was -13.8%.
Season records after this game
Minnesota Vikings
Entered 2-4 Now 2-5 L
Carolina Panthers
Entered 4-2 Now 5-2 W
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