Game story
In Week 13 of the 2004 NFL season on 2004-12-05, the Washington Commanders took care of business against the New York Giants, pulling away with a 31–7 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
E. Manning (New York Giants) paced the passing game, with -7.35 total EPA.
On the individual side, P. Ramsey (Washington Commanders) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +12.99 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-7.5% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when New York Giants changed the game: (13:30) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning sacked at NYG 46 for -6 yards (93-P.Daniels).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York Giants | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Washington Commanders | 7 | 14 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 31 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 P. Ramsey · Washington Commanders · Passing · +12.99 total EPA · 26 snaps · +0.50 EPA/play
- 2 L. Coles · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +5.06 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.84 EPA/play
- 3 A. Toomer · New York Giants · Receiving · +4.24 total EPA · 2 snaps · +2.12 EPA/play
- 4 C. Portis · Washington Commanders · Rushing · +4.11 total EPA · 33 snaps · +0.12 EPA/play
- 5 C. Cooley · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +3.22 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.07 EPA/play
- 6 R. Gardner · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.71 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.35 EPA/play
- 7 J. Thrash · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.47 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.23 EPA/play
- 8 R. Royal · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.45 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.45 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
P. Ramsey — WAS · Passing
P. Ramsey posted the highest total EPA (+12.99) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Washington Commanders's efficiency. Across 26 counted snaps, they averaged +0.50 EPA per play.
The signature play (+7.04 EPA) came from New York Giants: 10-J.Hall kicks 62 yards from WAS 30 to NYG 8. 44-D.Ward for 92 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Washington Commanders — C. Portis
- Washington Commanders — C. Portis (P. Ramsey pass)
- Washington Commanders — R. Royal (P. Ramsey pass)
- New York Giants — D. Ward
- Washington Commanders — C. Cooley (P. Ramsey pass)
Field goals
- Washington Commanders — J. Hall
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 7–0. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the NYG 1 (Q1 50:50) — (5:50) 26-C.Portis left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q1 50:47) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-19-T.Tupa..
The second quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 14–0. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the NYG 4 (Q2 34:48) — (4:48) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 26-C.Portis for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q2 34:44) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-19-T.Tupa.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the NYG 9 (Q2 30:48) — (:48) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 88-R.Royal for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q2 30:41) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-19-T.Tupa..
The third quarter: New York Giants won the period 7–3. Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the NYG 28 (Q3 20:43) — (5:43) 10-J.Hall 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-19-T.Tupa.; New York Giants found the end zone from the WAS 30 (Q3 20:38) — 10-J.Hall kicks 62 yards from WAS 30 to NYG 8. 44-D.Ward for 92 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Giants added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q3 20:25) — 2-S.Christie extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-17-J.Feagles..
The fourth quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 7–0. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the NYG 6 (Q4 11:48) — (11:48) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 47-C.Cooley for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on NYG-26-B.Alexander, Defensive Holding, declined.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q4 11:42) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-19-T.Tupa..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- New York Giants (Q1 58:30) — (13:30) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning sacked at NYG 46 for -6 yards (93-P.Daniels).
- Washington Commanders (Q1 54:37) — (9:37) 46-L.Betts right end to NYG 36 for 9 yards (39-C.Deloatch).
- New York Giants (Q1 60:00) — 10-J.Hall kicks 57 yards from WAS 30 to NYG 13. 44-D.Ward to NYG 47 for 34 yards (83-J.Thrash; 10-J.Hall).
- Washington Commanders (Q1 46:24) — (1:24) 11-P.Ramsey sacked at NYG 48 for -6 yards (94-W.Joseph).
- New York Giants (Q1 48:39) — (3:39) 17-J.Feagles punts 28 yards to WAS 40, Center-90-R.Kuehl, downed by NYG.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- New York Giants (Q3 20:38) — 10-J.Hall kicks 62 yards from WAS 30 to NYG 8. 44-D.Ward for 92 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New York Giants (Q4 8:18) — (8:18) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass incomplete to 81-A.Toomer (21-F.Smoot).
- Washington Commanders (Q4 11:48) — (11:48) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 47-C.Cooley for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on NYG-26-B.Alexander, Defensive Holding, declined.
- New York Giants (Q4 2:58) — (2:58) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass to 81-A.Toomer to WAS 36 for 48 yards (23-A.Jimoh).
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) · 29 dropbacks · 41.4% completion · -0.25 EPA/play · -7.35 total EPA
- P.Ramsey (Washington Commanders) · 26 dropbacks · 73.1% completion · +0.50 EPA/play · +12.99 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | New York Giants | Washington Commanders |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.033 | +0.242 |
| Offensive success rate | 36.7% | 62.1% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.253 | +0.500 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.265 | +0.112 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.242 | +0.033 |
| Defensive success rate | 37.9% | 63.3% |
By the numbers
Washington Commanders held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.24 vs -0.03), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- New York Giants: 10 drives, -1.98 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 9 drives, +21.05 total EPA, 5 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.
- P. Ramsey (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 TD (+6) — Q1 50:50 · NYG 1 · Score 0-6
(5:50) 26-C.Portis left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q1 50:47 · NYG 2 · Score 0-7
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-19-T.Tupa. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 34:48 · NYG 4 · Score 0-13
(4:48) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 26-C.Portis for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 34:44 · NYG 2 · Score 0-14
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-19-T.Tupa. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 30:48 · NYG 9 · Score 0-20
(:48) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 88-R.Royal for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 30:41 · NYG 2 · Score 0-21
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-19-T.Tupa. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q3 20:43 · NYG 28 · Score 0-24
(5:43) 10-J.Hall 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-19-T.Tupa. - New York Giants TD (+6) — Q3 20:38 · WAS 30 · Score 6-24
10-J.Hall kicks 62 yards from WAS 30 to NYG 8. 44-D.Ward for 92 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Giants XP (+1) — Q3 20:25 · WAS 2 · Score 7-24
2-S.Christie extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-17-J.Feagles. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 11:48 · NYG 6 · Score 7-30
(11:48) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 47-C.Cooley for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on NYG-26-B.Alexander, Defensive Holding, declined. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q4 11:42 · NYG 2 · Score 7-31
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-19-T.Tupa.
Frequently asked questions
Who won New York Giants vs Washington Commanders?
The Washington Commanders beat the New York Giants 31-7 in Week 13, 2004 on 2004-12-05.
What was the final score of New York Giants vs Washington Commanders?
The final score was New York Giants 7, Washington Commanders 31 (NYG 7-31 WAS) in Week 13, 2004 on 2004-12-05.
What was the score by quarter in New York Giants vs Washington Commanders?
Q1: New York Giants 0, Washington Commanders 7; Q2: New York Giants 0, Washington Commanders 14; Q3: New York Giants 7, Washington Commanders 3; Q4: New York Giants 0, Washington Commanders 7; Final: New York Giants 7, Washington Commanders 31.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in New York Giants vs Washington Commanders?
Washington Commanders touchdown — C. Portis (Q1 50:50) Washington Commanders touchdown — C. Portis (P. Ramsey pass) (Q2 34:48) Washington Commanders touchdown — R. Royal (P. Ramsey pass) (Q2 30:48) New York Giants touchdown — D. Ward (Q3 20:38) Washington Commanders touchdown — C. Cooley (P. Ramsey pass) (Q4 11:48) Washington Commanders field goal — J. Hall (Q3 20:43, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in New York Giants vs Washington Commanders?
E. Manning (New York Giants), 41.4% completion, -0.25 EPA per dropback, -7.35 total passing EPA. P. Ramsey (Washington Commanders), 73.1% completion, +0.50 EPA per dropback, +12.99 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in New York Giants vs Washington Commanders?
P. Ramsey (Washington Commanders) led the game in total EPA with +12.99 on passing plays. across 26 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+7.04 EPA): 10-J.Hall kicks 62 yards from WAS 30 to NYG 8. 44-D.Ward for 92 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -7.5%.
Season records after this game
New York Giants
Entered 5-6 Now 5-7 L
Washington Commanders
Entered 3-8 Now 4-8 W
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