Game story
In Week 17 of the 2009 NFL season on 2010-01-03, the Dallas Cowboys took care of business against the Philadelphia Eagles, pulling away with a 24–0 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
D. McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles) paced the passing game, with -11.77 total EPA, and -5.4% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, T. Romo (Dallas Cowboys) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +12.13 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-10.1% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Dallas Cowboys changed the game: (2:03) (Shotgun) 9-T.Romo pass short right intended for 84-P.Crayton INTERCEPTED by 21-J.Hanson (22-A.Samuel) at PHI 8. 21-J.Hanson to PHI 14 for 6 yards (9-T.Romo).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Eagles | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dallas Cowboys | 7 | 10 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 T. Romo · Dallas Cowboys · Passing · +12.13 total EPA · 38 snaps · +0.32 EPA/play
- 2 M. Austin · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +7.11 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.89 EPA/play
- 3 J. Witten · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +5.89 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.84 EPA/play
- 4 P. Crayton · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +5.45 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.91 EPA/play
- 5 B. Celek · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +2.93 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.33 EPA/play
- 6 K. Ogletree · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +1.61 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.61 EPA/play
- 7 D. Jackson · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +1.07 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.13 EPA/play
- 8 J. Phillips · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +0.52 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.26 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
T. Romo — DAL · Passing
T. Romo posted the highest total EPA (+12.13) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Dallas Cowboys's efficiency. Across 38 counted snaps, they averaged +0.32 EPA per play.
The signature play (-5.42 EPA) came from Philadelphia Eagles: (4:43) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb FUMBLES (Aborted) at DAL 19, RECOVERED by DAL-90-J.Ratliff at DAL 20. 90-J.Ratliff to DAL 20 for no gain (5-D.McNabb).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Dallas Cowboys — J. Witten (T. Romo pass)
- Dallas Cowboys — P. Crayton (T. Romo pass)
- Dallas Cowboys — F. Jones
Field goals
- Dallas Cowboys — S. Suisham
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Dallas Cowboys won the period 7–0. Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the PHI 10 (Q1 55:42) — (10:42) (Shotgun) 9-T.Romo pass short middle to 82-J.Witten for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q1 55:35) — 4-S.Suisham extra point is GOOD, Center-91-L.Ladouceur, Holder-9-T.Romo..
The second quarter: Dallas Cowboys won the period 10–0. Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the PHI 14 (Q2 36:25); Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q2 36:18) — 4-S.Suisham extra point is GOOD, Center-91-L.Ladouceur, Holder-9-T.Romo.; Dallas Cowboys connected on a field goal from the PHI 26 (Q2 31:09) — (1:09) (Field Goal formation) 4-S.Suisham 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-91-L.Ladouceur, Holder-9-T.Romo..
The third quarter: Dallas Cowboys won the period 7–0. Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the PHI 49 (Q3 20:56) — (5:56) 28-F.Jones left end for 49 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q3 20:46) — 4-S.Suisham extra point is GOOD, Center-91-L.Ladouceur, Holder-9-T.Romo..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q1 47:03) — (2:03) (Shotgun) 9-T.Romo pass short right intended for 84-P.Crayton INTERCEPTED by 21-J.Hanson (22-A.Samuel) at PHI 8. 21-J.Hanson to PHI 14 for 6 yards (9-T.Romo).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 34:43) — (4:43) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb FUMBLES (Aborted) at DAL 19, RECOVERED by DAL-90-J.Ratliff at DAL 20. 90-J.Ratliff to DAL 20 for no gain (5-D.McNabb).
- Dallas Cowboys (Q2 38:39) — (8:39) (Shotgun) 9-T.Romo pass short right to 19-M.Austin pushed ob at PHI 20 for 40 yards (56-A.Jordan). Pass caught at the sideline at the Philadelphia 47 before turning up field.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q1 57:39) — (12:39) (Shotgun) 9-T.Romo pass incomplete short middle to 19-M.Austin. PENALTY on PHI-24-S.Brown, Defensive Pass Interference, 5 yards, enforced at PHI 40 - No Play.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 44:13) — (14:13) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb pass short middle to 87-B.Celek to DAL 41 for 22 yards (43-G.Sensabaugh). Pass complete on crossing pattern.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 34:43) — (4:43) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb FUMBLES (Aborted) at DAL 19, RECOVERED by DAL-90-J.Ratliff at DAL 20. 90-J.Ratliff to DAL 20 for no gain (5-D.McNabb).
- Dallas Cowboys (Q1 47:03) — (2:03) (Shotgun) 9-T.Romo pass short right intended for 84-P.Crayton INTERCEPTED by 21-J.Hanson (22-A.Samuel) at PHI 8. 21-J.Hanson to PHI 14 for 6 yards (9-T.Romo).
- Dallas Cowboys (Q3 20:56) — (5:56) 28-F.Jones left end for 49 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 26:59) — (11:59) (Field Goal formation) 2-D.Akers 53 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.
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) · 42 dropbacks · 47.6% completion · -5.4% CPOE · -0.28 EPA/play · -11.77 total EPA
- T.Romo (Dallas Cowboys) · 38 dropbacks · 63.2% completion · +5.1% CPOE · +0.32 EPA/play · +12.13 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Philadelphia Eagles | Dallas Cowboys |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.279 | +0.070 |
| Offensive success rate | 33.3% | 44.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.280 | +0.319 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.747 | -0.058 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.070 | +0.279 |
| Defensive success rate | 55.8% | 66.7% |
By the numbers
Dallas Cowboys held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.07 vs -0.28), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Dallas Cowboys: 11 drives, +6.00 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Philadelphia Eagles: 11 drives, -19.23 total EPA, 0 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Dallas Cowboys leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- T. Romo (Dallas Cowboys) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- D. McNabb (PHI) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
- T. Romo (DAL) 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.
- Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q1 55:42 · PHI 10 · Score 0-6
(10:42) (Shotgun) 9-T.Romo pass short middle to 82-J.Witten for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q1 55:35 · PHI 2 · Score 0-7
4-S.Suisham extra point is GOOD, Center-91-L.Ladouceur, Holder-9-T.Romo. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q2 36:25 · PHI 14 · Score 0-13
(6:25) (Shotgun) 9-T.Romo pass short left to 84-P.Crayton for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Romo pumped faked before completing the pass left corner of the end zone. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q2 36:18 · PHI 2 · Score 0-14
4-S.Suisham extra point is GOOD, Center-91-L.Ladouceur, Holder-9-T.Romo. - Dallas Cowboys FG (+3) — Q2 31:09 · PHI 26 · Score 0-17
(1:09) (Field Goal formation) 4-S.Suisham 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-91-L.Ladouceur, Holder-9-T.Romo. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q3 20:56 · PHI 49 · Score 0-23
(5:56) 28-F.Jones left end for 49 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q3 20:46 · PHI 2 · Score 0-24
4-S.Suisham extra point is GOOD, Center-91-L.Ladouceur, Holder-9-T.Romo.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Philadelphia Eagles vs Dallas Cowboys?
The Dallas Cowboys beat the Philadelphia Eagles 24-0 in Week 17, 2009 on 2010-01-03.
What was the final score of Philadelphia Eagles vs Dallas Cowboys?
The final score was Philadelphia Eagles 0, Dallas Cowboys 24 (PHI 0-24 DAL) in Week 17, 2009 on 2010-01-03.
What was the score by quarter in Philadelphia Eagles vs Dallas Cowboys?
Q1: Philadelphia Eagles 0, Dallas Cowboys 7; Q2: Philadelphia Eagles 0, Dallas Cowboys 10; Q3: Philadelphia Eagles 0, Dallas Cowboys 7; Final: Philadelphia Eagles 0, Dallas Cowboys 24.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Philadelphia Eagles vs Dallas Cowboys?
Dallas Cowboys touchdown — J. Witten (T. Romo pass) (Q1 55:42) Dallas Cowboys touchdown — P. Crayton (T. Romo pass) (Q2 36:25) Dallas Cowboys touchdown — F. Jones (Q3 20:56) Dallas Cowboys field goal — S. Suisham (Q2 31:09, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Philadelphia Eagles vs Dallas Cowboys?
D. McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles), 47.6% completion, -5.4% CPOE, -0.28 EPA per dropback, -11.77 total passing EPA. T. Romo (Dallas Cowboys), 63.2% completion, +5.1% CPOE, +0.32 EPA per dropback, +12.13 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Philadelphia Eagles vs Dallas Cowboys?
T. Romo (Dallas Cowboys) led the game in total EPA with +12.13 on passing plays. across 38 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-5.42 EPA): (4:43) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb FUMBLES (Aborted) at DAL 19, RECOVERED by DAL-90-J.Ratliff at DAL 20. 90-J.Ratliff to DAL 20 for no gain (5-D.McNabb).. The biggest win-probability swing was -10.1%.
Season records after this game
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 11-4 Now 11-5 L
Dallas Cowboys
Entered 10-5 Now 11-5 W
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