Game story
In Week 14 of the 2020 NFL season on 2020-12-10, the Los Angeles Rams took care of business against the New England Patriots, pulling away with a 24–3 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 13 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams) paced the passing game, with -3.90 total EPA, and -6.6% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +3.92 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-17.1% win probability) landed in the second quarter when New England Patriots changed the game: (15:00) 1-C.Newton pass short right intended for 37-D.Harris INTERCEPTED by 41-K.Young at LA 21. 41-K.Young for 79 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New England Patriots | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Los Angeles Rams | 10 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 J. Goff · Los Angeles Rams · Rushing · +3.92 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.31 EPA/play
- 2 N. Harry · New England Patriots · Receiving · +3.09 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.77 EPA/play
- 3 T. Higbee · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.75 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.37 EPA/play
- 4 C. Kupp · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.12 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.42 EPA/play
- 5 D. Harris · New England Patriots · Rushing · +0.89 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.08 EPA/play
- 6 J. Stidham · New England Patriots · Rushing · +0.64 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.64 EPA/play
- 7 D. Byrd · New England Patriots · Receiving · +0.40 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.05 EPA/play
- 8 C. Akers · Los Angeles Rams · Rushing · -0.15 total EPA · 29 snaps · -0.01 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
J. Goff — LA · Rushing
J. Goff posted the highest total EPA (+3.92) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Rams's efficiency. Across 3 counted snaps, they averaged +1.31 EPA per play.
The signature play (-11.19 EPA) came from New England Patriots: (15:00) 1-C.Newton pass short right intended for 37-D.Harris INTERCEPTED by 41-K.Young at LA 21. 41-K.Young for 79 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 — J. Goff
- Los Angeles Rams — K. Young
- Los Angeles Rams — C. Kupp (J. Goff pass)
Field goals
- Los Angeles Rams — M. Gay
- New England Patriots — N. Folk
- New England Patriots — J. Bailey
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 10–0. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the NE 1 (Q1 56:23) — (11:23) 16-J.Goff up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the NE 15 (Q1 56:21) — 1-M.Gay extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.; Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the NE 17 (Q1 50:20) — (5:20) 1-M.Gay 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker..
The second quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 7–6. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the LA 19 (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) 1-C.Newton pass short right intended for 37-D.Harris INTERCEPTED by 41-K.Young at LA 21. 41-K.Young for 79 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the NE 15 (Q2 44:46) — 1-M.Gay extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.; New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the LA 11 (Q2 31:08) — (1:08) 6-N.Folk 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-7-J.Bailey.; New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the NE 35 (Q2 31:04) — 7-J.Bailey kicks 52 yards from NE 35 to LA 13. 12-V.Jefferson pushed ob at LA 26 for 13 yards (29-J.Bethel)..
The third quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 7–0. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the NE 2 (Q3 16:38) — (1:38) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short right to 10-C.Kupp for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the NE 15 (Q3 16:33) — 1-M.Gay extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- New England Patriots (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) 1-C.Newton pass short right intended for 37-D.Harris INTERCEPTED by 41-K.Young at LA 21. 41-K.Young for 79 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 59:12) — (14:12) 23-C.Akers left tackle pushed ob at NE 10 for 35 yards (32-D.McCourty).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 56:23) — (11:23) 16-J.Goff up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 52:37) — (7:37) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short right to 17-R.Woods to NE 36 for 14 yards (70-A.Butler).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 46:00) — (1:00) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short right intended for 17-R.Woods INTERCEPTED by 41-M.Bryant at LA 32. 41-M.Bryant for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the runner was not down by co
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- New England Patriots (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) 1-C.Newton pass short right intended for 37-D.Harris INTERCEPTED by 41-K.Young at LA 21. 41-K.Young for 79 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 46:00) — (1:00) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short right intended for 17-R.Woods INTERCEPTED by 41-M.Bryant at LA 32. 41-M.Bryant for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the runner was not down by co
- New England Patriots (Q4 7:21) — (7:21) (Shotgun) 4-J.Stidham pass incomplete short middle to 86-D.Asiasi (22-T.Hill).
- New England Patriots (Q3 29:14) — (14:14) (Shotgun) 1-C.Newton pass deep left to 15-N.Harry to NE 45 for 30 yards (31-D.Williams).
Quarterback report card
J.Goff led all passers in efficiency for Los Angeles Rams, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Goff (Los Angeles Rams) · 27 dropbacks · 59.3% completion · -6.6% CPOE · -0.14 EPA/play · -3.90 total EPA
- C.Newton (New England Patriots) · 24 dropbacks · 37.5% completion · -14.4% CPOE · -0.83 EPA/play · -19.81 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | New England Patriots | Los Angeles Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.420 | -0.082 |
| Offensive success rate | 35.6% | 40.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.824 | -0.144 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.223 | +0.030 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.082 | +0.420 |
| Defensive success rate | 60.0% | 64.4% |
By the numbers
Los Angeles Rams held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.08 vs -0.42), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Los Angeles Rams: 12 drives, -6.56 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- New England Patriots: 12 drives, -30.66 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.
- J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- J. Goff (LA) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
- C. Newton (NE) 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 Rams TD (+6) — Q1 56:23 · NE 1 · Score 0-6
(11:23) 16-J.Goff up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q1 56:21 · NE 15 · Score 0-7
1-M.Gay extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q1 50:20 · NE 17 · Score 0-10
(5:20) 1-M.Gay 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q2 45:00 · LA 19 · Score 0-16
(15:00) 1-C.Newton pass short right intended for 37-D.Harris INTERCEPTED by 41-K.Young at LA 21. 41-K.Young for 79 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q2 44:46 · NE 15 · Score 0-17
1-M.Gay extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q2 31:08 · LA 11 · Score 3-17
(1:08) 6-N.Folk 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-7-J.Bailey. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q2 31:04 · NE 35 · Score 3-17
7-J.Bailey kicks 52 yards from NE 35 to LA 13. 12-V.Jefferson pushed ob at LA 26 for 13 yards (29-J.Bethel). - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q3 16:38 · NE 2 · Score 3-23
(1:38) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass short right to 10-C.Kupp for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q3 16:33 · NE 15 · Score 3-24
1-M.Gay extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.
Frequently asked questions
Who won New England Patriots vs Los Angeles Rams?
The Los Angeles Rams beat the New England Patriots 24-3 in Week 14, 2020 on 2020-12-10.
What was the final score of New England Patriots vs Los Angeles Rams?
The final score was New England Patriots 3, Los Angeles Rams 24 (NE 3-24 LA) in Week 14, 2020 on 2020-12-10.
What was the score by quarter in New England Patriots vs Los Angeles Rams?
Q1: New England Patriots 0, Los Angeles Rams 10; Q2: New England Patriots 6, Los Angeles Rams 7; Q3: New England Patriots 0, Los Angeles Rams 7; Final: New England Patriots 3, Los Angeles Rams 24.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in New England Patriots vs Los Angeles Rams?
Los Angeles Rams touchdown — J. Goff (Q1 56:23) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — K. Young (Q2 45:00) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — C. Kupp (J. Goff pass) (Q3 16:38) Los Angeles Rams field goal — M. Gay (Q1 50:20, 3 pts) New England Patriots field goal — N. Folk (Q2 31:08, 3 pts) New England Patriots field goal — J. Bailey (Q2 31:04, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in New England Patriots vs Los Angeles Rams?
J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams), 59.3% completion, -6.6% CPOE, -0.14 EPA per dropback, -3.90 total passing EPA. C. Newton (New England Patriots), 37.5% completion, -14.4% CPOE, -0.83 EPA per dropback, -19.81 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in New England Patriots vs Los Angeles Rams?
J. Goff (Los Angeles Rams) led the game in total EPA with +3.92 on rushing plays. across 3 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-11.19 EPA): (15:00) 1-C.Newton pass short right intended for 37-D.Harris INTERCEPTED by 41-K.Young at LA 21. 41-K.Young for 79 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -17.1%.
Season records after this game
New England Patriots
Entered 6-6 Now 6-7 L
Los Angeles Rams
Entered 8-4 Now 9-4 W
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