Game story
In Week 13 of the 2003 NFL season on 2003-11-30, the Philadelphia Eagles took care of business against the Carolina Panthers, pulling away with a 25–16 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 18 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
D. McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles) paced the passing game, with +4.93 total EPA.
On the individual side, M. Muhammad (Carolina Panthers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +7.27 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+18.0% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Carolina Panthers changed the game: (10:33) 10-T.Sauerbrun punts 49 yards to PHI 16, Center-56-J.Kyle. 36-B.Westbrook to PHI 26 for 10 yards (86-K.Mangum). FUMBLES (86-K.Mangum), RECOVERED by CAR-59-M.Caldwell at PHI 22. 59-M.Caldwell t
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Eagles | 7 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 25 |
| Carolina Panthers | 3 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 16 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 M. Muhammad · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +7.27 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.21 EPA/play
- 2 S. Smith · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +6.73 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.35 EPA/play
- 3 D. McNabb · Philadelphia Eagles · Passing · +4.93 total EPA · 31 snaps · +0.16 EPA/play
- 4 J. Thrash · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +4.65 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.55 EPA/play
- 5 F. Mitchell · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +3.54 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.18 EPA/play
- 6 R. Proehl · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +3.30 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.65 EPA/play
- 7 J. Delhomme · Carolina Panthers · Passing · +2.71 total EPA · 31 snaps · +0.09 EPA/play
- 8 L. Smith · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +2.16 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.16 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
M. Muhammad — CAR · Receiving
M. Muhammad posted the highest total EPA (+7.27) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Carolina Panthers's efficiency. Across 6 counted snaps, they averaged +1.21 EPA per play.
The signature play (-5.76 EPA) came from Carolina Panthers: (12:52) 17-J.Delhomme sacked at CAR 17 for -7 yards (54-N.Wayne). FUMBLES (54-N.Wayne), RECOVERED by PHI-97-D.Walker at CAR 11. 97-D.Walker to CAR 11 for no gain (78-J.James).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Staley
- Carolina Panthers — S. Smith (J. Delhomme pass)
- Philadelphia Eagles — J. Thrash (D. McNabb pass)
- Carolina Panthers — M. Muhammad (J. Delhomme pass)
Field goals
- Carolina Panthers — J. Kasay
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Akers
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Akers
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Akers
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Akers
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 7–3. Carolina Panthers connected on a field goal from the PHI 2 (Q1 54:38) — (9:38) 4-J.Kasay 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the CAR 2 (Q1 49:10) — (4:10) 22-D.Staley left tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the CAR 2 (Q1 49:05) — 2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer..
The second quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 3–0. Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the CAR 17 (Q2 33:15) — (3:15) 2-D.Akers 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer..
The third quarter: Carolina Panthers won the period 7–3. Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the CAR 30 (Q3 22:21) — (7:21) 2-D.Akers 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer.; Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the PHI 24 (Q3 17:53) — (2:53) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 89-S.Smith for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q3 17:45) — 4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun..
The fourth quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 12–6. Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the CAR 20 (Q4 13:00) — (13:00) 2-D.Akers 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the CAR 10 (Q4 12:03) — (12:03) 5-D.McNabb pass to 80-J.Thrash for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the PHI 23 (Q4 6:49) — (6:49) (Shotgun) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 87-M.Muhammad for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the CAR 11 (Q4 0:29) — (:29) 2-D.Akers 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Carolina Panthers (Q2 40:33) — (10:33) 10-T.Sauerbrun punts 49 yards to PHI 16, Center-56-J.Kyle. 36-B.Westbrook to PHI 26 for 10 yards (86-K.Mangum). FUMBLES (86-K.Mangum), RECOVERED by CAR-59-M.Caldwell at PHI 22. 59-M.Caldwell t
- Carolina Panthers (Q4 12:52) — (12:52) 17-J.Delhomme sacked at CAR 17 for -7 yards (54-N.Wayne). FUMBLES (54-N.Wayne), RECOVERED by PHI-97-D.Walker at CAR 11. 97-D.Walker to CAR 11 for no gain (78-J.James).
- Carolina Panthers (Q1 45:46) — (:46) 4-J.Kasay 32 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 35:43) — (5:43) 5-D.McNabb pass to 84-F.Mitchell to CAR 23 for 22 yards (30-M.Minter, 55-D.Morgan).
- Carolina Panthers (Q2 30:47) — (:47) 48-S.Davis up the middle to PHI 8 for no gain (98-B.Whiting). Play Challenged by Review Assistant and Upheld.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Carolina Panthers (Q4 12:52) — (12:52) 17-J.Delhomme sacked at CAR 17 for -7 yards (54-N.Wayne). FUMBLES (54-N.Wayne), RECOVERED by PHI-97-D.Walker at CAR 11. 97-D.Walker to CAR 11 for no gain (78-J.James).
- Carolina Panthers (Q2 40:33) — (10:33) 10-T.Sauerbrun punts 49 yards to PHI 16, Center-56-J.Kyle. 36-B.Westbrook to PHI 26 for 10 yards (86-K.Mangum). FUMBLES (86-K.Mangum), RECOVERED by CAR-59-M.Caldwell at PHI 22. 59-M.Caldwell t
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 59:55) — (14:55) 5-D.McNabb pass intended for 48-J.Ritchie INTERCEPTED by 93-M.Rucker at PHI 36. 93-M.Rucker to PHI 36 for no gain (48-J.Ritchie).
- Carolina Panthers (Q2 30:47) — (:47) 48-S.Davis up the middle to PHI 8 for no gain (98-B.Whiting). Play Challenged by Review Assistant and Upheld.
Quarterback report card
D.McNabb led all passers in efficiency for Philadelphia Eagles, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- D.McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles) · 31 dropbacks · 58.1% completion · +0.16 EPA/play · +4.93 total EPA
- J.Delhomme (Carolina Panthers) · 31 dropbacks · 58.1% completion · +0.09 EPA/play · +2.71 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Philadelphia Eagles | Carolina Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.132 | -0.041 |
| Offensive success rate | 51.3% | 45.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.205 | +0.056 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.037 | -0.147 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.041 | -0.132 |
| Defensive success rate | 54.3% | 48.7% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Philadelphia Eagles generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.13 vs -0.04), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Carolina Panthers: 12 drives, -3.33 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Philadelphia Eagles: 11 drives, +10.00 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Philadelphia Eagles leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- M. Muhammad (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 FG (+3) — Q1 54:38 · PHI 2 · Score 0-3
(9:38) 4-J.Kasay 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q1 49:10 · CAR 2 · Score 6-3
(4:10) 22-D.Staley left tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q1 49:05 · CAR 2 · Score 7-3
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q2 33:15 · CAR 17 · Score 10-3
(3:15) 2-D.Akers 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q3 22:21 · CAR 30 · Score 13-3
(7:21) 2-D.Akers 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q3 17:53 · PHI 24 · Score 13-9
(2:53) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 89-S.Smith for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q3 17:45 · PHI 2 · Score 13-10
4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q4 13:00 · CAR 20 · Score 16-10
(13:00) 2-D.Akers 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q4 12:03 · CAR 10 · Score 22-10
(12:03) 5-D.McNabb pass to 80-J.Thrash for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q4 6:49 · PHI 23 · Score 22-16
(6:49) (Shotgun) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 87-M.Muhammad for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q4 0:29 · CAR 11 · Score 25-16
(:29) 2-D.Akers 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Philadelphia Eagles vs Carolina Panthers?
The Philadelphia Eagles beat the Carolina Panthers 25-16 in Week 13, 2003 on 2003-11-30.
What was the final score of Philadelphia Eagles vs Carolina Panthers?
The final score was Philadelphia Eagles 25, Carolina Panthers 16 (PHI 25-16 CAR) in Week 13, 2003 on 2003-11-30.
What was the score by quarter in Philadelphia Eagles vs Carolina Panthers?
Q1: Philadelphia Eagles 7, Carolina Panthers 3; Q2: Philadelphia Eagles 3, Carolina Panthers 0; Q3: Philadelphia Eagles 3, Carolina Panthers 7; Q4: Philadelphia Eagles 12, Carolina Panthers 6; Final: Philadelphia Eagles 25, Carolina Panthers 16.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Philadelphia Eagles vs Carolina Panthers?
Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — D. Staley (Q1 49:10) Carolina Panthers touchdown — S. Smith (J. Delhomme pass) (Q3 17:53) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — J. Thrash (D. McNabb pass) (Q4 12:03) Carolina Panthers touchdown — M. Muhammad (J. Delhomme pass) (Q4 6:49) Carolina Panthers field goal — J. Kasay (Q1 54:38, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — D. Akers (Q2 33:15, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — D. Akers (Q3 22:21, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — D. Akers (Q4 13:00, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — D. Akers (Q4 0:29, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Philadelphia Eagles vs Carolina Panthers?
D. McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles), 58.1% completion, +0.16 EPA per dropback, +4.93 total passing EPA. J. Delhomme (Carolina Panthers), 58.1% completion, +0.09 EPA per dropback, +2.71 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Philadelphia Eagles vs Carolina Panthers?
M. Muhammad (Carolina Panthers) led the game in total EPA with +7.27 on receiving plays. across 6 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-5.76 EPA): (12:52) 17-J.Delhomme sacked at CAR 17 for -7 yards (54-N.Wayne). FUMBLES (54-N.Wayne), RECOVERED by PHI-97-D.Walker at CAR 11. 97-D.Walker to CAR 11 for no gain (78-J.James).. The biggest win-probability swing was +18.0%.
Season records after this game
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 8-3 Now 9-3 W
Carolina Panthers
Entered 8-3 Now 8-4 L
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