Game story
In Week 16 of the 2022 NFL season on 2022-12-24, the Dallas Cowboys took care of business against the Philadelphia Eagles, pulling away with a 40–34 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 20 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
D. Prescott (Dallas Cowboys) paced the passing game, with +11.15 total EPA, and +8.1% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, G.Minshew II (Philadelphia Eagles) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +16.76 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-25.6% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Dallas Cowboys changed the game: (9:28) 4-D.Prescott pass short left intended for 86-D.Schultz INTERCEPTED by 94-J.Sweat at DAL 42. 94-J.Sweat for 42 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Eagles | 10 | 10 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 34 |
| Dallas Cowboys | 7 | 10 | 10 | 13 | 0 | 40 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 G.Minshew II · Philadelphia Eagles · Passing · +16.76 total EPA · 43 snaps · +0.39 EPA/play
- 2 D. Smith · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +12.63 total EPA · 12 snaps · +1.05 EPA/play
- 3 D. Prescott · Dallas Cowboys · Passing · +11.15 total EPA · 45 snaps · +0.25 EPA/play
- 4 C. Lamb · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +9.35 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.85 EPA/play
- 5 A. Brown · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +6.09 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.76 EPA/play
- 6 D. Goedert · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +4.90 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.63 EPA/play
- 7 T. Hilton · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +4.87 total EPA · 1 snaps · +4.87 EPA/play
- 8 K. Gainwell · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +3.48 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.87 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
G.Minshew II — PHI · Passing
G.Minshew II posted the highest total EPA (+16.76) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Philadelphia Eagles's efficiency. Across 43 counted snaps, they averaged +0.39 EPA per play.
The signature play (-9.91 EPA) came from Dallas Cowboys: (9:28) 4-D.Prescott pass short left intended for 86-D.Schultz INTERCEPTED by 94-J.Sweat at DAL 42. 94-J.Sweat for 42 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Philadelphia Eagles — J. Sweat
- Dallas Cowboys — E. Elliott
- Dallas Cowboys — C. Lamb (D. Prescott pass)
- Philadelphia Eagles — G. Minshew
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Smith (G. Minshew pass)
- Dallas Cowboys — M. Gallup (D. Prescott pass)
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Smith (G. Minshew pass)
- Dallas Cowboys — C. Lamb (D. Prescott pass)
Field goals
- Philadelphia Eagles — J. Elliott
- Dallas Cowboys — B. Maher
- Philadelphia Eagles — J. Elliott
- Dallas Cowboys — B. Maher
- Dallas Cowboys — B. Maher
- Dallas Cowboys — B. Maher
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 10–7. Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the DAL 7 (Q1 56:18) — (11:18) 4-J.Elliott 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-13-B.Kern.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the PHI 53 (Q1 54:28) — (9:28) 4-D.Prescott pass short left intended for 86-D.Schultz INTERCEPTED by 94-J.Sweat at DAL 42. 94-J.Sweat for 42 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the DAL 15 (Q1 54:18) — 4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-13-B.Kern.; Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the PHI 1 (Q1 46:54) — (1:54) 21-E.Elliott left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q1 46:52) — 19-B.Maher extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-5-B.Anger..
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 10–10. Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the PHI 36 (Q2 41:41) — (11:41) (Shotgun) 4-D.Prescott pass deep left to 88-C.Lamb for 36 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q2 41:34) — 19-B.Maher extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-5-B.Anger.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the DAL 1 (Q2 37:15) — (7:15) 10-G.Minshew up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the DAL 15 (Q2 37:08) — 4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-13-B.Kern.; Dallas Cowboys connected on a field goal from the PHI 3 (Q2 31:52) — (1:52) 19-B.Maher 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-5-B.Anger.; Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the DAL 29 (Q2 30:11).
The third quarter: Dallas Cowboys won the period 10–7. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the DAL 14 (Q3 24:05) — (9:05) (Shotgun) 10-G.Minshew pass short left to 6-D.Smith for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the DAL 15 (Q3 24:00) — 4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-13-B.Kern.; Dallas Cowboys connected on a field goal from the PHI 26 (Q3 20:05) — (5:05) 19-B.Maher 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-5-B.Anger.; Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the PHI 12 (Q3 17:19) — (2:19) (Shotgun) 4-D.Prescott pass short right to 13-M.Gallup for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q3 17:12) — 19-B.Maher extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-5-B.Anger..
The fourth quarter: Dallas Cowboys won the period 13–7. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the DAL 9 (Q4 10:03); Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the DAL 15 (Q4 9:59) — 4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-13-B.Kern.; Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the PHI 7 (Q4 5:53) — (5:53) (Shotgun) 4-D.Prescott pass short right to 88-C.Lamb for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q4 5:49) — 19-B.Maher extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-5-B.Anger.; Dallas Cowboys connected on a field goal from the PHI 29 (Q4 2:24) — (2:24) 19-B.Maher 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-5-B.Anger.; Dallas Cowboys connected on a field goal from the PHI 8 (Q4 1:44) — (1:44) 19-B.Maher 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-5-B.Anger..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q1 54:28) — (9:28) 4-D.Prescott pass short left intended for 86-D.Schultz INTERCEPTED by 94-J.Sweat at DAL 42. 94-J.Sweat for 42 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 10:03) — (10:03) (Shotgun) 10-G.Minshew pass short right to 6-D.Smith for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on DAL-27-J.Kearse, Defensive Holding, declined.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 2:19) — (2:19) (Shotgun) 26-M.Sanders up the middle to PHI 24 for -1 yards (91-C.Watkins). FUMBLES (91-C.Watkins), touched at PHI 22, RECOVERED by DAL-42-A.Barr at PHI 21.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q4 8:02) — (8:02) (Shotgun) 4-D.Prescott pass deep left to 16-T.Hilton to PHI 19 for 52 yards (33-J.Scott).
- Dallas Cowboys (Q3 17:19) — (2:19) (Shotgun) 4-D.Prescott pass short right to 13-M.Gallup for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q1 54:28) — (9:28) 4-D.Prescott pass short left intended for 86-D.Schultz INTERCEPTED by 94-J.Sweat at DAL 42. 94-J.Sweat for 42 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 19:15) — (4:15) (Shotgun) 10-G.Minshew FUMBLES (Aborted) at PHI 36, RECOVERED by DAL-27-J.Kearse at PHI 37. 27-J.Kearse to PHI 31 for 6 yards (10-G.Minshew).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 2:19) — (2:19) (Shotgun) 26-M.Sanders up the middle to PHI 24 for -1 yards (91-C.Watkins). FUMBLES (91-C.Watkins), touched at PHI 22, RECOVERED by DAL-42-A.Barr at PHI 21.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q4 8:02) — (8:02) (Shotgun) 4-D.Prescott pass deep left to 16-T.Hilton to PHI 19 for 52 yards (33-J.Scott).
Quarterback report card
D.Prescott led all passers in efficiency for Dallas Cowboys, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- D.Prescott (Dallas Cowboys) · 45 dropbacks · 60.0% completion · +8.1% CPOE · +0.25 EPA/play · +11.15 total EPA
- G.Minshew II (Philadelphia Eagles) · 43 dropbacks · 55.8% completion · +6.8% CPOE · +0.39 EPA/play · +16.76 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Philadelphia Eagles | Dallas Cowboys |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.039 | +0.110 |
| Offensive success rate | 47.2% | 47.8% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.390 | +0.248 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.480 | -0.140 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.110 | -0.039 |
| Defensive success rate | 52.2% | 52.8% |
By the numbers
Dallas Cowboys held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.11 vs +0.04), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Dallas Cowboys: 12 drives, +9.89 total EPA, 9 scoring drives
- Philadelphia Eagles: 11 drives, +3.45 total EPA, 5 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.
- One-score margin — fantasy managers should double-check garbage-time stats before drawing conclusions.
- G.Minshew II (Philadelphia Eagles) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- D. Prescott (DAL) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
- G.Minshew II (PHI) 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.
- Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q1 56:18 · DAL 7 · Score 3-0
(11:18) 4-J.Elliott 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-13-B.Kern. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q1 54:28 · PHI 53 · Score 9-0
(9:28) 4-D.Prescott pass short left intended for 86-D.Schultz INTERCEPTED by 94-J.Sweat at DAL 42. 94-J.Sweat for 42 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q1 54:18 · DAL 15 · Score 10-0
4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-13-B.Kern. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q1 46:54 · PHI 1 · Score 10-6
(1:54) 21-E.Elliott left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q1 46:52 · PHI 15 · Score 10-7
19-B.Maher extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-5-B.Anger. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q2 41:41 · PHI 36 · Score 10-13
(11:41) (Shotgun) 4-D.Prescott pass deep left to 88-C.Lamb for 36 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q2 41:34 · PHI 15 · Score 10-14
19-B.Maher extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-5-B.Anger. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q2 37:15 · DAL 1 · Score 16-14
(7:15) 10-G.Minshew up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q2 37:08 · DAL 15 · Score 17-14
4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-13-B.Kern. - Dallas Cowboys FG (+3) — Q2 31:52 · PHI 3 · Score 17-17
(1:52) 19-B.Maher 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-5-B.Anger. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q2 30:11 · DAL 29 · Score 20-17
(:11) 4-J.Elliott 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-13-B.Kern. Penalty on DAL-29-C.Goodwin, Defensive Offside, declined. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q3 24:05 · DAL 14 · Score 26-17
(9:05) (Shotgun) 10-G.Minshew pass short left to 6-D.Smith for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q3 24:00 · DAL 15 · Score 27-17
4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-13-B.Kern. - Dallas Cowboys FG (+3) — Q3 20:05 · PHI 26 · Score 27-20
(5:05) 19-B.Maher 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-5-B.Anger. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q3 17:19 · PHI 12 · Score 27-26
(2:19) (Shotgun) 4-D.Prescott pass short right to 13-M.Gallup for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q3 17:12 · PHI 15 · Score 27-27
19-B.Maher extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-5-B.Anger. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q4 10:03 · DAL 9 · Score 33-27
(10:03) (Shotgun) 10-G.Minshew pass short right to 6-D.Smith for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on DAL-27-J.Kearse, Defensive Holding, declined. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q4 9:59 · DAL 15 · Score 34-27
4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-13-B.Kern. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q4 5:53 · PHI 7 · Score 34-33
(5:53) (Shotgun) 4-D.Prescott pass short right to 88-C.Lamb for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q4 5:49 · PHI 15 · Score 34-34
19-B.Maher extra point is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-5-B.Anger. - Dallas Cowboys FG (+3) — Q4 2:24 · PHI 29 · Score 34-37
(2:24) 19-B.Maher 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-5-B.Anger. - Dallas Cowboys FG (+3) — Q4 1:44 · PHI 8 · Score 34-40
(1:44) 19-B.Maher 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-5-B.Anger.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Philadelphia Eagles vs Dallas Cowboys?
The Dallas Cowboys beat the Philadelphia Eagles 40-34 in Week 16, 2022 on 2022-12-24.
What was the final score of Philadelphia Eagles vs Dallas Cowboys?
The final score was Philadelphia Eagles 34, Dallas Cowboys 40 (PHI 34-40 DAL) in Week 16, 2022 on 2022-12-24.
What was the score by quarter in Philadelphia Eagles vs Dallas Cowboys?
Q1: Philadelphia Eagles 10, Dallas Cowboys 7; Q2: Philadelphia Eagles 10, Dallas Cowboys 10; Q3: Philadelphia Eagles 7, Dallas Cowboys 10; Q4: Philadelphia Eagles 7, Dallas Cowboys 13; Final: Philadelphia Eagles 34, Dallas Cowboys 40.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Philadelphia Eagles vs Dallas Cowboys?
Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — J. Sweat (Q1 54:28) Dallas Cowboys touchdown — E. Elliott (Q1 46:54) Dallas Cowboys touchdown — C. Lamb (D. Prescott pass) (Q2 41:41) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — G. Minshew (Q2 37:15) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — D. Smith (G. Minshew pass) (Q3 24:05) Dallas Cowboys touchdown — M. Gallup (D. Prescott pass) (Q3 17:19) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — D. Smith (G. Minshew pass) (Q4 10:03) Dallas Cowboys touchdown — C. Lamb (D. Prescott pass) (Q4 5:53) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — J. Elliott (Q1 56:18, 3 pts) Dallas Cowboys field goal — B. Maher (Q2 31:52, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — J. Elliott (Q2 30:11, 3 pts) Dallas Cowboys field goal — B. Maher (Q3 20:05, 3 pts) Dallas Cowboys field goal — B. Maher (Q4 2:24, 3 pts) Dallas Cowboys field goal — B. Maher (Q4 1:44, 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. Prescott (Dallas Cowboys), 60.0% completion, +8.1% CPOE, +0.25 EPA per dropback, +11.15 total passing EPA. G.Minshew II (Philadelphia Eagles), 55.8% completion, +6.8% CPOE, +0.39 EPA per dropback, +16.76 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Philadelphia Eagles vs Dallas Cowboys?
G.Minshew II (Philadelphia Eagles) led the game in total EPA with +16.76 on passing plays. across 43 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-9.91 EPA): (9:28) 4-D.Prescott pass short left intended for 86-D.Schultz INTERCEPTED by 94-J.Sweat at DAL 42. 94-J.Sweat for 42 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -25.6%.
Was Philadelphia Eagles vs Dallas Cowboys a close game?
Yes — the margin was 6 points. Dallas Cowboys won 40-34 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 13-1 Now 13-2 L
Dallas Cowboys
Entered 10-4 Now 11-4 W
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