Game story
In Week 10 of the 2009 NFL season on 2009-11-15, the Los Angeles Chargers took care of business against the Philadelphia Eagles, pulling away with a 31–23 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
D. McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles) paced the passing game, with +18.14 total EPA, and +5.3% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, D. McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +18.14 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+8.9% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Philadelphia Eagles changed the game: (7:18) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb pass short middle to 87-B.Celek for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on LAC-27-P.Oliver, Illegal Contact, declined.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Eagles | 0 | 6 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 23 |
| Los Angeles Chargers | 7 | 7 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 31 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 D. McNabb · Philadelphia Eagles · Passing · +18.14 total EPA · 60 snaps · +0.30 EPA/play
- 2 P. Rivers · Los Angeles Chargers · Passing · +12.32 total EPA · 29 snaps · +0.42 EPA/play
- 3 J. Avant · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +11.63 total EPA · 9 snaps · +1.29 EPA/play
- 4 J. Maclin · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +7.16 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.89 EPA/play
- 5 A. Gates · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +5.15 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.64 EPA/play
- 6 M. Floyd · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +3.86 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.29 EPA/play
- 7 L. Naanee · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +3.84 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.28 EPA/play
- 8 M. Tolbert · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +2.73 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.37 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
D. McNabb — PHI · Passing
D. McNabb posted the highest total EPA (+18.14) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Philadelphia Eagles's efficiency. Across 60 counted snaps, they averaged +0.30 EPA per play.
The signature play (+3.96 EPA) came from Philadelphia Eagles: (7:13) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb pass short right to 81-J.Avant ran ob at LAC 16 for 58 yards (27-P.Oliver).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Los Angeles Chargers — M. Tolbert (P. Rivers pass)
- Los Angeles Chargers — L. Tomlinson
- Los Angeles Chargers — L. Tomlinson
- Los Angeles Chargers — L. Naanee (P. Rivers pass)
- Philadelphia Eagles — J. Maclin (D. McNabb pass)
- Philadelphia Eagles — B. Celek (D. McNabb pass)
Field goals
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Akers
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Akers
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Akers
- Los Angeles Chargers — N. Kaeding
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 7–0. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the PHI 20 (Q1 52:58) — (7:58) 17-P.Rivers pass short middle to 35-M.Tolbert for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q1 52:52) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres..
The second quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 7–6. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the PHI 3 (Q2 41:05) — (11:05) 21-L.Tomlinson up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q2 41:01) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the LAC 1 (Q2 36:39) — (6:39) 2-D.Akers 18 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.; Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the LAC 7 (Q2 30:11) — (:11) 2-D.Akers 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca..
The third quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 14–3. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the PHI 20 (Q3 23:07) — (8:07) 21-L.Tomlinson right tackle for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q3 23:01) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.; Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the LAC 7 (Q3 20:54) — (5:54) 2-D.Akers 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the PHI 20 (Q3 16:19); Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q3 16:13) — 10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres..
The fourth quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 14–3. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the LAC 5 (Q4 14:20) — (14:20) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb pass short left to 18-J.Maclin for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q4 14:12) — 2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the LAC 6 (Q4 7:18) — (7:18) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb pass short middle to 87-B.Celek for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on LAC-27-P.Oliver, Illegal Contact, declined.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q4 7:12) — 2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.; Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the PHI 11 (Q4 0:33) — (:33) 10-N.Kaeding 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 7:18) — (7:18) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb pass short middle to 87-B.Celek for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on LAC-27-P.Oliver, Illegal Contact, declined.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 57:29) — (12:29) (Shotgun) 17-P.Rivers sacked at LAC 46 for -12 yards (sack split by 90-D.Howard and 95-V.Abiamiri).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 8:34) — (8:34) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb pass deep middle to 87-B.Celek to LAC 11 for 17 yards (32-E.Weddle).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 52:58) — (7:58) 17-P.Rivers pass short middle to 35-M.Tolbert for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 52:05) — (7:05) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb pass short left to 86-R.Brown to 50 for 19 yards (54-S.Cooper).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 22:13) — (7:13) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb pass short right to 81-J.Avant ran ob at LAC 16 for 58 yards (27-P.Oliver).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 15:18) — (:18) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb pass deep right to 81-J.Avant to LAC 13 for 21 yards (23-Q.Jammer).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 7:18) — (7:18) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb pass short middle to 87-B.Celek for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on LAC-27-P.Oliver, Illegal Contact, declined.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 14:20) — (14:20) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb pass short left to 18-J.Maclin for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
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) · 60 dropbacks · 58.3% completion · +5.3% CPOE · +0.30 EPA/play · +18.14 total EPA
- P.Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers) · 29 dropbacks · 69.0% completion · +17.1% CPOE · +0.42 EPA/play · +12.32 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Philadelphia Eagles | Los Angeles Chargers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.181 | +0.289 |
| Offensive success rate | 55.6% | 64.9% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.285 | +0.425 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.315 | +0.116 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.289 | -0.181 |
| Defensive success rate | 35.1% | 44.4% |
By the numbers
Los Angeles Chargers held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.29 vs +0.18), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Los Angeles Chargers: 11 drives, +21.38 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Philadelphia Eagles: 10 drives, +16.30 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Los Angeles Chargers leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- D. McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- D. McNabb (PHI) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
- P. Rivers (LAC) 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.
- Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q1 52:58 · PHI 20 · Score 0-6
(7:58) 17-P.Rivers pass short middle to 35-M.Tolbert for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q1 52:52 · PHI 2 · Score 0-7
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q2 41:05 · PHI 3 · Score 0-13
(11:05) 21-L.Tomlinson up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q2 41:01 · PHI 2 · Score 0-14
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q2 36:39 · LAC 1 · Score 3-14
(6:39) 2-D.Akers 18 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q2 30:11 · LAC 7 · Score 6-14
(:11) 2-D.Akers 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q3 23:07 · PHI 20 · Score 6-20
(8:07) 21-L.Tomlinson right tackle for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q3 23:01 · PHI 2 · Score 6-21
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q3 20:54 · LAC 7 · Score 9-21
(5:54) 2-D.Akers 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q3 16:19 · PHI 20 · Score 9-27
(1:19) 17-P.Rivers pass deep right to 11-L.Naanee for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on LAC-11-L.Naanee, Unsportsmanlike Conduct, 15 yards, enforced between downs - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q3 16:13 · PHI 2 · Score 9-28
10-N.Kaeding extra point is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q4 14:20 · LAC 5 · Score 15-28
(14:20) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb pass short left to 18-J.Maclin for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q4 14:12 · LAC 2 · Score 16-28
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q4 7:18 · LAC 6 · Score 22-28
(7:18) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb pass short middle to 87-B.Celek for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on LAC-27-P.Oliver, Illegal Contact, declined. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q4 7:12 · LAC 2 · Score 23-28
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q4 0:33 · PHI 11 · Score 23-31
(:33) 10-N.Kaeding 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-D.Binn, Holder-5-M.Scifres.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Philadelphia Eagles vs Los Angeles Chargers?
The Los Angeles Chargers beat the Philadelphia Eagles 31-23 in Week 10, 2009 on 2009-11-15.
What was the final score of Philadelphia Eagles vs Los Angeles Chargers?
The final score was Philadelphia Eagles 23, Los Angeles Chargers 31 (PHI 23-31 LAC) in Week 10, 2009 on 2009-11-15.
What was the score by quarter in Philadelphia Eagles vs Los Angeles Chargers?
Q1: Philadelphia Eagles 0, Los Angeles Chargers 7; Q2: Philadelphia Eagles 6, Los Angeles Chargers 7; Q3: Philadelphia Eagles 3, Los Angeles Chargers 14; Q4: Philadelphia Eagles 14, Los Angeles Chargers 3; Final: Philadelphia Eagles 23, Los Angeles Chargers 31.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Philadelphia Eagles vs Los Angeles Chargers?
Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — M. Tolbert (P. Rivers pass) (Q1 52:58) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — L. Tomlinson (Q2 41:05) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — L. Tomlinson (Q3 23:07) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — L. Naanee (P. Rivers pass) (Q3 16:19) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — J. Maclin (D. McNabb pass) (Q4 14:20) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — B. Celek (D. McNabb pass) (Q4 7:18) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — D. Akers (Q2 36:39, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — D. Akers (Q2 30:11, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — D. Akers (Q3 20:54, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — N. Kaeding (Q4 0:33, 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 Chargers?
D. McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles), 58.3% completion, +5.3% CPOE, +0.30 EPA per dropback, +18.14 total passing EPA. P. Rivers (Los Angeles Chargers), 69.0% completion, +17.1% CPOE, +0.42 EPA per dropback, +12.32 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Philadelphia Eagles vs Los Angeles Chargers?
D. McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles) led the game in total EPA with +18.14 on passing plays. across 60 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+3.96 EPA): (7:13) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb pass short right to 81-J.Avant ran ob at LAC 16 for 58 yards (27-P.Oliver).. The biggest win-probability swing was +8.9%.
Season records after this game
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 5-3 Now 5-4 L
Los Angeles Chargers
Entered 5-3 Now 6-3 W
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