Game story
In Week 16 of the 2004 NFL season on 2004-12-27, the Los Angeles Rams took care of business against the Philadelphia Eagles, pulling away with a 20–7 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
M. Bulger (Los Angeles Rams) paced the passing game, with +7.88 total EPA.
On the individual side, I. Bruce (Los Angeles Rams) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +10.42 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+10.5% win probability) landed in the third quarter when Los Angeles Rams changed the game: (13:35) 10-M.Bulger pass to 81-T.Holt to LA 35 for 9 yards (59-M.Labinjo). PENALTY on PHI-21-M.Ware, Face Mask (15 Yards), 15 yards, enforced at LA 35.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Eagles | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Los Angeles Rams | 7 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 20 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 I. Bruce · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +10.42 total EPA · 8 snaps · +1.30 EPA/play
- 2 M. Bulger · Los Angeles Rams · Passing · +7.88 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.25 EPA/play
- 3 T. Holt · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +7.60 total EPA · 7 snaps · +1.09 EPA/play
- 4 D. McNabb · Philadelphia Eagles · Passing · +6.68 total EPA · 3 snaps · +2.23 EPA/play
- 5 S. Jackson · Los Angeles Rams · Rushing · +4.43 total EPA · 25 snaps · +0.18 EPA/play
- 6 D. Levens · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +2.87 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.87 EPA/play
- 7 F. Mitchell · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +2.86 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.43 EPA/play
- 8 G. Lewis · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +1.72 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.72 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
I. Bruce — LA · Receiving
I. Bruce posted the highest total EPA (+10.42) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Rams's efficiency. Across 8 counted snaps, they averaged +1.30 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.89 EPA) came from Philadelphia Eagles: (11:07) 11-J.Blake sacked at PHI 37 for -8 yards (94-B.Fisher). FUMBLES (94-B.Fisher), touched at PHI 37, RECOVERED by LA-50-P.Tinoisamoa at PHI 41. 50-P.Tinoisamoa to PHI 31 for 10 yards (41-T.Tapeh).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Los Angeles Rams — S. Jackson
- Philadelphia Eagles — F. Mitchell (D. McNabb pass)
- Los Angeles Rams — I. Bruce (M. Bulger pass)
Field goals
- Los Angeles Rams — J. Wilkins
- Los Angeles Rams — J. Wilkins
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the PHI 5 (Q1 54:12) — (9:12) 39-S.Jackson left guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q1 54:03) — 14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the LA 7 (Q1 46:43) — (1:43) 5-D.McNabb pass to 84-F.Mitchell for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the LA 2 (Q1 46:38) — 2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer..
The second quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 3–0. Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the PHI 10 (Q2 30:46) — (:46) 14-J.Wilkins 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker..
The third quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 7–0. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the PHI 7 (Q3 22:48) — (7:48) 10-M.Bulger pass to 80-I.Bruce for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q3 22:38) — 14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 3–0. Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the PHI 11 (Q4 5:28) — (5:28) 14-J.Wilkins 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q3 28:35) — (13:35) 10-M.Bulger pass to 81-T.Holt to LA 35 for 9 yards (59-M.Labinjo). PENALTY on PHI-21-M.Ware, Face Mask (15 Yards), 15 yards, enforced at LA 35.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 36:36) — (6:36) 14-J.Wilkins 44 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 46:43) — (1:43) 5-D.McNabb pass to 84-F.Mitchell for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 48:11) — (3:11) 5-D.McNabb pass to 25-D.Levens to LA 6 for 23 yards (31-A.Archuleta).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 42:04) — (12:04) 34-R.Mahe right end to LA 42 for -1 yards (24-D.Groce).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 11:07) — (11:07) 11-J.Blake sacked at PHI 37 for -8 yards (94-B.Fisher). FUMBLES (94-B.Fisher), touched at PHI 37, RECOVERED by LA-50-P.Tinoisamoa at PHI 41. 50-P.Tinoisamoa to PHI 31 for 10 yards (41-T.Tapeh)
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 36:36) — (6:36) 14-J.Wilkins 44 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q3 17:50) — (2:50) 10-M.Bulger pass to 80-I.Bruce ran ob at PHI 49 for 25 yards (32-M.Lewis).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q3 28:35) — (13:35) 10-M.Bulger pass to 81-T.Holt to LA 35 for 9 yards (59-M.Labinjo). PENALTY on PHI-21-M.Ware, Face Mask (15 Yards), 15 yards, enforced at LA 35.
Quarterback report card
M.Bulger led all passers in efficiency for Los Angeles Rams, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- M.Bulger (Los Angeles Rams) · 32 dropbacks · 62.5% completion · +0.25 EPA/play · +7.88 total EPA
- J.Blake (Philadelphia Eagles) · 14 dropbacks · 28.6% completion · -0.59 EPA/play · -8.31 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Philadelphia Eagles | Los Angeles Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.108 | +0.049 |
| Offensive success rate | 31.8% | 45.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.293 | +0.140 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.234 | +0.023 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.049 | +0.108 |
| Defensive success rate | 54.7% | 68.2% |
By the numbers
Los Angeles Rams held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.05 vs -0.11), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Los Angeles Rams: 9 drives, +4.68 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Philadelphia Eagles: 10 drives, -7.14 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Los Angeles Rams leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- I. Bruce (Los Angeles Rams) 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.
- Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q1 54:12 · PHI 5 · Score 0-6
(9:12) 39-S.Jackson left guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q1 54:03 · PHI 2 · Score 0-7
14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q1 46:43 · LA 7 · Score 6-7
(1:43) 5-D.McNabb pass to 84-F.Mitchell for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q1 46:38 · LA 2 · Score 7-7
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q2 30:46 · PHI 10 · Score 7-10
(:46) 14-J.Wilkins 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q3 22:48 · PHI 7 · Score 7-16
(7:48) 10-M.Bulger pass to 80-I.Bruce for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q3 22:38 · PHI 2 · Score 7-17
14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q4 5:28 · PHI 11 · Score 7-20
(5:28) 14-J.Wilkins 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Philadelphia Eagles vs Los Angeles Rams?
The Los Angeles Rams beat the Philadelphia Eagles 20-7 in Week 16, 2004 on 2004-12-27.
What was the final score of Philadelphia Eagles vs Los Angeles Rams?
The final score was Philadelphia Eagles 7, Los Angeles Rams 20 (PHI 7-20 LA) in Week 16, 2004 on 2004-12-27.
What was the score by quarter in Philadelphia Eagles vs Los Angeles Rams?
Q1: Philadelphia Eagles 7, Los Angeles Rams 7; Q2: Philadelphia Eagles 0, Los Angeles Rams 3; Q3: Philadelphia Eagles 0, Los Angeles Rams 7; Q4: Philadelphia Eagles 0, Los Angeles Rams 3; Final: Philadelphia Eagles 7, Los Angeles Rams 20.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Philadelphia Eagles vs Los Angeles Rams?
Los Angeles Rams touchdown — S. Jackson (Q1 54:12) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — F. Mitchell (D. McNabb pass) (Q1 46:43) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — I. Bruce (M. Bulger pass) (Q3 22:48) Los Angeles Rams field goal — J. Wilkins (Q2 30:46, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — J. Wilkins (Q4 5:28, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Philadelphia Eagles vs Los Angeles Rams?
M. Bulger (Los Angeles Rams), 62.5% completion, +0.25 EPA per dropback, +7.88 total passing EPA. J. Blake (Philadelphia Eagles), 28.6% completion, -0.59 EPA per dropback, -8.31 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Philadelphia Eagles vs Los Angeles Rams?
I. Bruce (Los Angeles Rams) led the game in total EPA with +10.42 on receiving plays. across 8 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.89 EPA): (11:07) 11-J.Blake sacked at PHI 37 for -8 yards (94-B.Fisher). FUMBLES (94-B.Fisher), touched at PHI 37, RECOVERED by LA-50-P.Tinoisamoa at PHI 41. 50-P.Tinoisamoa to PHI 31 for 1. The biggest win-probability swing was +10.5%.
Season records after this game
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 13-1 Now 13-2 L
Los Angeles Rams
Entered 6-8 Now 7-8 W
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