Game story
In Week 3 of the 2009 NFL season on 2009-09-27, the New York Giants took care of business against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, pulling away with a 24–0 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 7 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
E. Manning (New York Giants) paced the passing game, with +13.06 total EPA, and -0.9% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, E. Manning (New York Giants) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +13.06 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-10.4% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Tampa Bay Buccaneers changed the game: (4:08) 7-B.Leftwich pass deep right intended for 82-K.Winslow INTERCEPTED by 24-T.Thomas [94-M.Kiwanuka] at NYG 31. 24-T.Thomas to NYG 34 for 3 yards (82-K.Winslow).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York Giants | 7 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 24 |
| Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 E. Manning · New York Giants · Passing · +13.06 total EPA · 26 snaps · +0.50 EPA/play
- 2 S. Smith · New York Giants · Receiving · +8.68 total EPA · 7 snaps · +1.24 EPA/play
- 3 A. Bradshaw · New York Giants · Rushing · +4.25 total EPA · 14 snaps · +0.30 EPA/play
- 4 S. Moss · New York Giants · Receiving · +3.29 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.29 EPA/play
- 5 M. Manningham · New York Giants · Receiving · +2.99 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.43 EPA/play
- 6 S. Stroughter · Tampa Bay Buccaneers · Receiving · +1.13 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.38 EPA/play
- 7 T. Beckum · New York Giants · Receiving · +0.47 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.23 EPA/play
- 8 C. Williams · Tampa Bay Buccaneers · Rushing · +0.33 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.16 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
E. Manning — NYG · Passing
E. Manning posted the highest total EPA (+13.06) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on New York Giants's efficiency. Across 26 counted snaps, they averaged +0.50 EPA per play.
The signature play (+3.29 EPA) came from New York Giants: (12:35) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right to 83-S.Moss for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- New York Giants — B. Jacobs
- New York Giants — S. Smith (E. Manning pass)
- New York Giants — S. Moss (E. Manning pass)
Field goals
- New York Giants — L. Tynes
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: New York Giants won the period 7–0. New York Giants found the end zone from the TB 6 (Q1 53:10) — (8:10) 27-B.Jacobs up the middle for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Giants added 1 points from the TB 2 (Q1 53:05) — (Kick formation) 9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles..
The second quarter: New York Giants won the period 7–0. New York Giants found the end zone from the TB 4 (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass short right to 12-S.Smith for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Giants added 1 points from the TB 2 (Q2 44:54) — (Kick formation) 9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles..
The third quarter: New York Giants won the period 3–0. New York Giants connected on a field goal from the TB 8 (Q3 20:53) — (5:53) (Field Goal formation) 9-L.Tynes 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles..
The fourth quarter: New York Giants won the period 7–0. New York Giants found the end zone from the TB 18 (Q4 12:35) — (12:35) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right to 83-S.Moss for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Giants added 1 points from the TB 2 (Q4 12:26) — (Kick formation) 9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q1 49:08) — (4:08) 7-B.Leftwich pass deep right intended for 82-K.Winslow INTERCEPTED by 24-T.Thomas [94-M.Kiwanuka] at NYG 31. 24-T.Thomas to NYG 34 for 3 yards (82-K.Winslow).
- New York Giants (Q1 47:08) — (2:08) 44-A.Bradshaw right tackle to TB 9 for 38 yards (96-T.Crowder).
- New York Giants (Q2 30:25) — (:25) (Field Goal formation) 9-L.Tynes 21 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
- New York Giants (Q1 55:21) — (10:21) 27-B.Jacobs right tackle to TB 32 for 11 yards (51-B.Ruud).
- New York Giants (Q3 27:26) — (12:26) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep middle to 82-M.Manningham to NYG 46 for 20 yards (51-B.Ruud).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- New York Giants (Q4 12:35) — (12:35) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right to 83-S.Moss for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q1 49:08) — (4:08) 7-B.Leftwich pass deep right intended for 82-K.Winslow INTERCEPTED by 24-T.Thomas [94-M.Kiwanuka] at NYG 31. 24-T.Thomas to NYG 34 for 3 yards (82-K.Winslow).
- New York Giants (Q2 30:25) — (:25) (Field Goal formation) 9-L.Tynes 21 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
- New York Giants (Q3 27:26) — (12:26) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep middle to 82-M.Manningham to NYG 46 for 20 yards (51-B.Ruud).
Quarterback report card
E.Manning led all passers in efficiency for New York Giants, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- E.Manning (New York Giants) · 26 dropbacks · 53.8% completion · -0.9% CPOE · +0.50 EPA/play · +13.06 total EPA
- B.Leftwich (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) · 17 dropbacks · 41.2% completion · -11.2% CPOE · -0.83 EPA/play · -14.16 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | New York Giants | Tampa Bay Buccaneers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.124 | -0.329 |
| Offensive success rate | 45.7% | 35.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.438 | -0.486 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.086 | -0.344 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.329 | -0.124 |
| Defensive success rate | 64.7% | 54.3% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, New York Giants generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.12 vs -0.33), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- New York Giants: 10 drives, +11.44 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers: 10 drives, -16.79 total EPA, 0 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- New York Giants leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- E. Manning (New York Giants) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- B. Leftwich (TB) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- New York Giants TD (+6) — Q1 53:10 · TB 6 · Score 6-0
(8:10) 27-B.Jacobs up the middle for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Giants XP (+1) — Q1 53:05 · TB 2 · Score 7-0
(Kick formation) 9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles. - New York Giants TD (+6) — Q2 45:00 · TB 4 · Score 13-0
(15:00) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass short right to 12-S.Smith for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Giants XP (+1) — Q2 44:54 · TB 2 · Score 14-0
(Kick formation) 9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles. - New York Giants FG (+3) — Q3 20:53 · TB 8 · Score 17-0
(5:53) (Field Goal formation) 9-L.Tynes 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles. - New York Giants TD (+6) — Q4 12:35 · TB 18 · Score 23-0
(12:35) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right to 83-S.Moss for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Giants XP (+1) — Q4 12:26 · TB 2 · Score 24-0
(Kick formation) 9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
Frequently asked questions
Who won New York Giants vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
The New York Giants beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 24-0 in Week 3, 2009 on 2009-09-27.
What was the final score of New York Giants vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
The final score was New York Giants 24, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 0 (NYG 24-0 TB) in Week 3, 2009 on 2009-09-27.
What was the score by quarter in New York Giants vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
Q1: New York Giants 7, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 0; Q2: New York Giants 7, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 0; Q3: New York Giants 3, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 0; Q4: New York Giants 7, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 0; Final: New York Giants 24, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 0.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in New York Giants vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
New York Giants touchdown — B. Jacobs (Q1 53:10) New York Giants touchdown — S. Smith (E. Manning pass) (Q2 45:00) New York Giants touchdown — S. Moss (E. Manning pass) (Q4 12:35) New York Giants field goal — L. Tynes (Q3 20:53, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in New York Giants vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
E. Manning (New York Giants), 53.8% completion, -0.9% CPOE, +0.50 EPA per dropback, +13.06 total passing EPA. B. Leftwich (Tampa Bay Buccaneers), 41.2% completion, -11.2% CPOE, -0.83 EPA per dropback, -14.16 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in New York Giants vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
E. Manning (New York Giants) led the game in total EPA with +13.06 on passing plays. across 26 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+3.29 EPA): (12:35) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right to 83-S.Moss for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -10.4%.
Season records after this game
New York Giants
Entered 2-0 Now 3-0 W
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Entered 0-2 Now 0-3 L
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