Game story
In Week 16 of the 2010 NFL season on 2010-12-28, the Minnesota Vikings took care of business against the Philadelphia Eagles, pulling away with a 24–14 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
M. Vick (Philadelphia Eagles) paced the passing game, with -11.43 total EPA, and +0.1% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, J. Maclin (Philadelphia Eagles) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +5.84 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-29.5% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Philadelphia Eagles changed the game: (:55) (Shotgun) 7-M.Vick sacked at 50 for -11 yards (26-A.Winfield). FUMBLES (26-A.Winfield), RECOVERED by MIN-26-A.Winfield at PHI 45. 26-A.Winfield for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Vikings | 0 | 7 | 10 | 7 | 0 | 24 |
| Philadelphia Eagles | 7 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 14 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 J. Maclin · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +5.84 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.73 EPA/play
- 2 P. Harvin · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +5.66 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.71 EPA/play
- 3 B. Celek · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +3.85 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.32 EPA/play
- 4 J. Webb · Minnesota Vikings · Passing · +3.50 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.11 EPA/play
- 5 M. Vick · Philadelphia Eagles · Rushing · +3.38 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.69 EPA/play
- 6 N. Tahi · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +1.44 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.44 EPA/play
- 7 C. Harbor · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +1.38 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.38 EPA/play
- 8 J. Webb · Minnesota Vikings · Rushing · +1.15 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.38 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
J. Maclin — PHI · Receiving
J. Maclin posted the highest total EPA (+5.84) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Philadelphia Eagles's efficiency. Across 8 counted snaps, they averaged +0.73 EPA per play.
The signature play (-9.47 EPA) came from Philadelphia Eagles: (:55) (Shotgun) 7-M.Vick sacked at 50 for -11 yards (26-A.Winfield). FUMBLES (26-A.Winfield), RECOVERED by MIN-26-A.Winfield at PHI 45. 26-A.Winfield 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
- Philadelphia Eagles — C. Harbor (M. Vick pass)
- Minnesota Vikings — A. Winfield
- Minnesota Vikings — J. Webb
- Philadelphia Eagles — M. Vick
- Minnesota Vikings — A. Peterson
Field goals
- Minnesota Vikings — R. Longwell
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 7–0. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the MIN 3 (Q1 52:47); Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q1 52:42) — 2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca..
The second quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 7–0. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the MIN 39 (Q2 30:55); Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q2 30:44) — 8-R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe..
The third quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 10–0. Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the PHI 12 (Q3 27:27) — (12:27) 8-R.Longwell 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the PHI 9 (Q3 22:12) — (7:12) 14-J.Webb scrambles right end for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q3 22:03) — 8-R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the MIN 10 (Q4 10:21) — (10:21) (Shotgun) 7-M.Vick up the middle for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q4 10:17) — 2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the PHI 1 (Q4 6:49) — (6:49) 28-A.Peterson left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q4 6:43).
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 30:55) — (:55) (Shotgun) 7-M.Vick sacked at 50 for -11 yards (26-A.Winfield). FUMBLES (26-A.Winfield), RECOVERED by MIN-26-A.Winfield at PHI 45. 26-A.Winfield for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 54:07) — (9:07) (Shotgun) 7-M.Vick pass deep left to 18-J.Maclin ran ob at MIN 3 for 28 yards.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 55:32) — (10:32) (Shotgun) 7-M.Vick pass incomplete deep left to 18-J.Maclin. PENALTY on MIN-21-A.Allen, Defensive Pass Interference, 24 yards, enforced at 50 - No Play.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q3 29:55) — (14:55) 14-J.Webb pass deep left to 12-P.Harvin to PHI 28 for 46 yards (23-D.Patterson). Penalty on PHI-23-D.Patterson, Defensive Pass Interference, declined.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q3 27:46) — (12:46) 14-J.Webb sacked at PHI 12 for -10 yards (75-J.Parker).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 30:55) — (:55) (Shotgun) 7-M.Vick sacked at 50 for -11 yards (26-A.Winfield). FUMBLES (26-A.Winfield), RECOVERED by MIN-26-A.Winfield at PHI 45. 26-A.Winfield for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 17:53) — (2:53) (Shotgun) 7-M.Vick scrambles up the middle to MIN 23 for 5 yards (93-K.Williams). FUMBLES (93-K.Williams), RECOVERED by MIN-69-J.Allen at MIN 23. 69-J.Allen to MIN 23 for no gain (71-J.Peters).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 54:07) — (9:07) (Shotgun) 7-M.Vick pass deep left to 18-J.Maclin ran ob at MIN 3 for 28 yards.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q3 29:55) — (14:55) 14-J.Webb pass deep left to 12-P.Harvin to PHI 28 for 46 yards (23-D.Patterson). Penalty on PHI-23-D.Patterson, Defensive Pass Interference, declined.
Quarterback report card
M.Vick led all passers in efficiency for Philadelphia Eagles, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- M.Vick (Philadelphia Eagles) · 58 dropbacks · 43.1% completion · +0.1% CPOE · -0.20 EPA/play · -11.43 total EPA
- J.Webb (Minnesota Vikings) · 32 dropbacks · 53.1% completion · +3.9% CPOE · +0.11 EPA/play · +3.50 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Minnesota Vikings | Philadelphia Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.045 | -0.101 |
| Offensive success rate | 48.7% | 45.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.109 | -0.197 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.041 | +0.135 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.101 | -0.045 |
| Defensive success rate | 54.8% | 51.3% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Minnesota Vikings generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.04 vs -0.10), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Minnesota Vikings: 11 drives, +3.38 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Philadelphia Eagles: 12 drives, -9.39 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Minnesota Vikings leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- J. Maclin (Philadelphia Eagles) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- J. Webb (MIN) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q1 52:47 · MIN 3 · Score 0-6
(7:47) (Shotgun) 7-M.Vick pass short middle to 82-C.Harbor for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Minnesota challenged the pass completion ruling, and the play was Upheld. (Ti - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q1 52:42 · MIN 2 · Score 0-7
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q2 30:55 · MIN 39 · Score 6-7
(:55) (Shotgun) 7-M.Vick sacked at 50 for -11 yards (26-A.Winfield). FUMBLES (26-A.Winfield), RECOVERED by MIN-26-A.Winfield at PHI 45. 26-A.Winfield for 45 yar - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q2 30:44 · PHI 2 · Score 7-7
8-R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q3 27:27 · PHI 12 · Score 10-7
(12:27) 8-R.Longwell 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q3 22:12 · PHI 9 · Score 16-7
(7:12) 14-J.Webb scrambles right end for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q3 22:03 · PHI 2 · Score 17-7
8-R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q4 10:21 · MIN 10 · Score 17-13
(10:21) (Shotgun) 7-M.Vick up the middle for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q4 10:17 · MIN 2 · Score 17-14
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q4 6:49 · PHI 1 · Score 23-14
(6:49) 28-A.Peterson left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q4 6:43 · PHI 2 · Score 24-14
8-R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe. PENALTY on PHI-58-T.Cole, Illegal Formation, 5 yards, enforced between downs.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Minnesota Vikings vs Philadelphia Eagles?
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Philadelphia Eagles 24-14 in Week 16, 2010 on 2010-12-28.
What was the final score of Minnesota Vikings vs Philadelphia Eagles?
The final score was Minnesota Vikings 24, Philadelphia Eagles 14 (MIN 24-14 PHI) in Week 16, 2010 on 2010-12-28.
What was the score by quarter in Minnesota Vikings vs Philadelphia Eagles?
Q1: Minnesota Vikings 0, Philadelphia Eagles 7; Q2: Minnesota Vikings 7, Philadelphia Eagles 0; Q3: Minnesota Vikings 10, Philadelphia Eagles 0; Q4: Minnesota Vikings 7, Philadelphia Eagles 7; Final: Minnesota Vikings 24, Philadelphia Eagles 14.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Minnesota Vikings vs Philadelphia Eagles?
Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — C. Harbor (M. Vick pass) (Q1 52:47) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — A. Winfield (Q2 30:55) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — J. Webb (Q3 22:12) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — M. Vick (Q4 10:21) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — A. Peterson (Q4 6:49) Minnesota Vikings field goal — R. Longwell (Q3 27:27, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Minnesota Vikings vs Philadelphia Eagles?
M. Vick (Philadelphia Eagles), 43.1% completion, +0.1% CPOE, -0.20 EPA per dropback, -11.43 total passing EPA. J. Webb (Minnesota Vikings), 53.1% completion, +3.9% CPOE, +0.11 EPA per dropback, +3.50 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Minnesota Vikings vs Philadelphia Eagles?
J. Maclin (Philadelphia Eagles) led the game in total EPA with +5.84 on receiving plays. across 8 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-9.47 EPA): (:55) (Shotgun) 7-M.Vick sacked at 50 for -11 yards (26-A.Winfield). FUMBLES (26-A.Winfield), RECOVERED by MIN-26-A.Winfield at PHI 45. 26-A.Winfield for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -29.5%.
Season records after this game
Minnesota Vikings
Entered 5-9 Now 6-9 W
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 10-4 Now 10-5 L
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