Game story
In Week 8 of the 2018 NFL season on 2018-10-28, the Philadelphia Eagles took care of business against the Jacksonville Jaguars, pulling away with a 24–18 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 13 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
B. Bortles (Jacksonville Jaguars) paced the passing game, with -1.99 total EPA, and -10.5% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, C. Wentz (Philadelphia Eagles) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +10.90 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-16.9% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Jacksonville Jaguars changed the game: (1:40) (Shotgun) 5-B.Bortles pass short right to 84-K.Cole to PHI 43 for 15 yards (29-A.Maddox). FUMBLES (29-A.Maddox), RECOVERED by PHI-27-M.Jenkins at PHI 45. 27-M.Jenkins to JAX 44 for 11 yards (68
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Eagles | 0 | 10 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 24 |
| Jacksonville Jaguars | 3 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 18 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 C. Wentz · Philadelphia Eagles · Passing · +10.90 total EPA · 37 snaps · +0.29 EPA/play
- 2 J. Matthews · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +7.50 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.50 EPA/play
- 3 D. Goedert · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +3.93 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.93 EPA/play
- 4 W. Smallwood · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +3.58 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.19 EPA/play
- 5 J. Adams · Philadelphia Eagles · Rushing · +3.15 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.35 EPA/play
- 6 A. Jeffery · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +3.01 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.60 EPA/play
- 7 T. Yeldon · Jacksonville Jaguars · Receiving · +2.62 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.29 EPA/play
- 8 Z. Ertz · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +1.95 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.32 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
C. Wentz — PHI · Passing
C. Wentz posted the highest total EPA (+10.90) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Philadelphia Eagles's efficiency. Across 37 counted snaps, they averaged +0.29 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.47 EPA) came from Philadelphia Eagles: (12:08) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz sacked at JAX 44 for -7 yards (99-M.Dareus). FUMBLES (99-M.Dareus) [99-M.Dareus], RECOVERED by JAX-50-Tel.Smith at JAX 33. 50-Tel.Smith to PHI 26 for 41 yards (11-C.Wentz). PENALTY
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Goedert (C. Wentz pass)
- Philadelphia Eagles — W. Smallwood (C. Wentz pass)
- Jacksonville Jaguars — D. Westbrook (B. Bortles pass)
- Philadelphia Eagles — Z. Ertz (C. Wentz pass)
Field goals
- Jacksonville Jaguars — J. Lambo
- Philadelphia Eagles — J. Elliott
- Jacksonville Jaguars — J. Lambo
- Jacksonville Jaguars — J. Lambo
- Jacksonville Jaguars — J. Lambo
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Jacksonville Jaguars won the period 3–0. Jacksonville Jaguars connected on a field goal from the PHI 33 (Q1 51:56) — (6:56) (Field Goal formation) 4-J.Lambo 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-9-L.Cooke..
The second quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 10–3. Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the JAX 13 (Q2 37:46) — (7:46) (Field Goal formation) 4-J.Elliott 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston.; Jacksonville Jaguars connected on a field goal from the PHI 39 (Q2 32:48) — (2:48) (Field Goal formation) 4-J.Lambo 57 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-9-L.Cooke.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the JAX 32 (Q2 30:38) — (:38) 11-C.Wentz pass deep left to 88-D.Goedert for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the JAX 15 (Q2 30:29) — 4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston..
The third quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 7–6. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the JAX 36 (Q3 23:48) — (8:48) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left to 28-W.Smallwood for 36 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the JAX 15 (Q3 23:39) — 4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston.; Jacksonville Jaguars found the end zone from the PHI 11 (Q3 19:38) — (4:38) (Shotgun) 5-B.Bortles pass short middle to 12-D.Westbrook for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
The fourth quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 7–6. Jacksonville Jaguars connected on a field goal from the PHI 15 (Q4 13:14) — (13:14) (Field Goal formation) 4-J.Lambo 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-9-L.Cooke.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the JAX 5 (Q4 10:00) — (10:00) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left to 86-Z.Ertz for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the JAX 15 (Q4 9:55) — 4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston.; Jacksonville Jaguars connected on a field goal from the PHI 6 (Q4 7:00) — (7:00) (Field Goal formation) 4-J.Lambo 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-9-L.Cooke..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q2 31:40) — (1:40) (Shotgun) 5-B.Bortles pass short right to 84-K.Cole to PHI 43 for 15 yards (29-A.Maddox). FUMBLES (29-A.Maddox), RECOVERED by PHI-27-M.Jenkins at PHI 45. 27-M.Jenkins to JAX 44 for 11 yards (68
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 46:33) — (1:33) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass deep middle intended for 83-J.Perkins INTERCEPTED by 20-J.Ramsey at JAX -9. Touchback.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 57:08) — (12:08) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz sacked at JAX 44 for -7 yards (99-M.Dareus). FUMBLES (99-M.Dareus) [99-M.Dareus], RECOVERED by JAX-50-Tel.Smith at JAX 33. 50-Tel.Smith to PHI 26 for 41 yards (
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 57:37) — (12:37) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass deep middle to 80-J.Matthews ran ob at JAX 37 for 31 yards (43-Q.Meeks) [91-Y.Ngakoue].
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 30:38) — (:38) 11-C.Wentz pass deep left to 88-D.Goedert for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 57:08) — (12:08) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz sacked at JAX 44 for -7 yards (99-M.Dareus). FUMBLES (99-M.Dareus) [99-M.Dareus], RECOVERED by JAX-50-Tel.Smith at JAX 33. 50-Tel.Smith to PHI 26 for 41 yards (
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 46:33) — (1:33) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass deep middle intended for 83-J.Perkins INTERCEPTED by 20-J.Ramsey at JAX -9. Touchback.
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q2 31:40) — (1:40) (Shotgun) 5-B.Bortles pass short right to 84-K.Cole to PHI 43 for 15 yards (29-A.Maddox). FUMBLES (29-A.Maddox), RECOVERED by PHI-27-M.Jenkins at PHI 45. 27-M.Jenkins to JAX 44 for 11 yards (68
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 30:38) — (:38) 11-C.Wentz pass deep left to 88-D.Goedert for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
B.Bortles led all passers in efficiency for Jacksonville Jaguars, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- B.Bortles (Jacksonville Jaguars) · 53 dropbacks · 45.3% completion · -10.5% CPOE · -0.04 EPA/play · -1.99 total EPA
- C.Wentz (Philadelphia Eagles) · 37 dropbacks · 56.8% completion · +8.7% CPOE · +0.29 EPA/play · +10.90 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Philadelphia Eagles | Jacksonville Jaguars |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.096 | +0.025 |
| Offensive success rate | 44.7% | 39.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.294 | -0.038 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.011 | -0.310 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.025 | -0.096 |
| Defensive success rate | 60.3% | 55.3% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Philadelphia Eagles generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.10 vs +0.03), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Jacksonville Jaguars: 10 drives, +1.94 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Philadelphia Eagles: 10 drives, +7.30 total EPA, 4 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.
- One-score margin — fantasy managers should double-check garbage-time stats before drawing conclusions.
- C. Wentz (Philadelphia Eagles) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- B. Bortles (JAX) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
- C. Wentz (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.
- Jacksonville Jaguars FG (+3) — Q1 51:56 · PHI 33 · Score 0-3
(6:56) (Field Goal formation) 4-J.Lambo 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-9-L.Cooke. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q2 37:46 · JAX 13 · Score 3-3
(7:46) (Field Goal formation) 4-J.Elliott 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston. - Jacksonville Jaguars FG (+3) — Q2 32:48 · PHI 39 · Score 3-6
(2:48) (Field Goal formation) 4-J.Lambo 57 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-9-L.Cooke. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q2 30:38 · JAX 32 · Score 9-6
(:38) 11-C.Wentz pass deep left to 88-D.Goedert for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q2 30:29 · JAX 15 · Score 10-6
4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q3 23:48 · JAX 36 · Score 16-6
(8:48) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left to 28-W.Smallwood for 36 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q3 23:39 · JAX 15 · Score 17-6
4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston. - Jacksonville Jaguars TD (+6) — Q3 19:38 · PHI 11 · Score 17-12
(4:38) (Shotgun) 5-B.Bortles pass short middle to 12-D.Westbrook for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Jacksonville Jaguars FG (+3) — Q4 13:14 · PHI 15 · Score 17-15
(13:14) (Field Goal formation) 4-J.Lambo 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-9-L.Cooke. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q4 10:00 · JAX 5 · Score 23-15
(10:00) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left to 86-Z.Ertz for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q4 9:55 · JAX 15 · Score 24-15
4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston. - Jacksonville Jaguars FG (+3) — Q4 7:00 · PHI 6 · Score 24-18
(7:00) (Field Goal formation) 4-J.Lambo 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-M.Overton, Holder-9-L.Cooke.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Philadelphia Eagles vs Jacksonville Jaguars?
The Philadelphia Eagles beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 24-18 in Week 8, 2018 on 2018-10-28.
What was the final score of Philadelphia Eagles vs Jacksonville Jaguars?
The final score was Philadelphia Eagles 24, Jacksonville Jaguars 18 (PHI 24-18 JAX) in Week 8, 2018 on 2018-10-28.
What was the score by quarter in Philadelphia Eagles vs Jacksonville Jaguars?
Q1: Philadelphia Eagles 0, Jacksonville Jaguars 3; Q2: Philadelphia Eagles 10, Jacksonville Jaguars 3; Q3: Philadelphia Eagles 7, Jacksonville Jaguars 6; Q4: Philadelphia Eagles 7, Jacksonville Jaguars 6; Final: Philadelphia Eagles 24, Jacksonville Jaguars 18.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Philadelphia Eagles vs Jacksonville Jaguars?
Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — D. Goedert (C. Wentz pass) (Q2 30:38) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — W. Smallwood (C. Wentz pass) (Q3 23:48) Jacksonville Jaguars touchdown — D. Westbrook (B. Bortles pass) (Q3 19:38) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — Z. Ertz (C. Wentz pass) (Q4 10:00) Jacksonville Jaguars field goal — J. Lambo (Q1 51:56, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — J. Elliott (Q2 37:46, 3 pts) Jacksonville Jaguars field goal — J. Lambo (Q2 32:48, 3 pts) Jacksonville Jaguars field goal — J. Lambo (Q4 13:14, 3 pts) Jacksonville Jaguars field goal — J. Lambo (Q4 7:00, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Philadelphia Eagles vs Jacksonville Jaguars?
B. Bortles (Jacksonville Jaguars), 45.3% completion, -10.5% CPOE, -0.04 EPA per dropback, -1.99 total passing EPA. C. Wentz (Philadelphia Eagles), 56.8% completion, +8.7% CPOE, +0.29 EPA per dropback, +10.90 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Philadelphia Eagles vs Jacksonville Jaguars?
C. Wentz (Philadelphia Eagles) led the game in total EPA with +10.90 on passing plays. across 37 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.47 EPA): (12:08) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz sacked at JAX 44 for -7 yards (99-M.Dareus). FUMBLES (99-M.Dareus) [99-M.Dareus], RECOVERED by JAX-50-Tel.Smith at JAX 33. 50-Tel.Smith to P. The biggest win-probability swing was -16.9%.
Was Philadelphia Eagles vs Jacksonville Jaguars a close game?
Yes — the margin was 6 points. Philadelphia Eagles won 24-18 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 3-4 Now 4-4 W
Jacksonville Jaguars
Entered 3-4 Now 3-5 L
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