Game story
In Week 4 of the 2000 NFL season on 2000-09-24, the Philadelphia Eagles took care of business against the New Orleans Saints, pulling away with a 21–7 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Blake (New Orleans Saints) paced the passing game, with -17.00 total EPA.
On the individual side, C. Lewis (Philadelphia Eagles) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +4.63 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+54.7% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when New Orleans Saints changed the game: D.Akers kicks 66 yards from PHI 30 to NO 4. C.Morton pushed ob at NO 23 for 19 yards (J.Bostic).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Eagles | 0 | 14 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| New Orleans Saints | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 C. Lewis · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +4.63 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.77 EPA/play
- 2 T. Small · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +4.58 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.57 EPA/play
- 3 C. Johnson · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +2.53 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.36 EPA/play
- 4 J. Blake · New Orleans Saints · Rushing · +2.38 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.38 EPA/play
- 5 R. Williams · New Orleans Saints · Receiving · +2.36 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.34 EPA/play
- 6 J. Reed · New Orleans Saints · Receiving · +2.08 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.26 EPA/play
- 7 D. McNabb · Philadelphia Eagles · Passing · +1.83 total EPA · 40 snaps · +0.05 EPA/play
- 8 T. Pinkston · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +1.22 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.22 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
C. Lewis — PHI · Receiving
C. Lewis posted the highest total EPA (+4.63) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Philadelphia Eagles's efficiency. Across 6 counted snaps, they averaged +0.77 EPA per play.
The signature play (-5.52 EPA) came from New Orleans Saints: (4:18) T.Gowin punts 52 yards to PHI 28, Center-K.Houser. B.Mitchell for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- New Orleans Saints — unlisted player
- Philadelphia Eagles — unlisted player
- Philadelphia Eagles — unlisted player
- Philadelphia Eagles — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: New Orleans Saints won the period 7–0. New Orleans Saints found the end zone from the PHI 10 (Q1 52:50) — (7:50) J.Blake right end for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New Orleans Saints added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q1 52:44) — D.Brien extra point is GOOD, Center-K.Houser, Holder-T.Gowin..
The second quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 14–0. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the NO 16 (Q2 43:20) — (13:20) D.McNabb pass to C.Lewis for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Pass 15, Run 1; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the NO 2 (Q2 43:15) — D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the NO 21 (Q2 43:00) — (13:00) D.McNabb pass to C.Johnson for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Pass 21, Run 0; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the NO 2 (Q2 42:55) — D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer..
The third quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 7–0. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the PHI 80 (Q3 19:18) — (4:18) T.Gowin punts 52 yards to PHI 28, Center-K.Houser. B.Mitchell for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the NO 2 (Q3 19:02) — D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- New Orleans Saints (Q1 60:00) — D.Akers kicks 66 yards from PHI 30 to NO 4. C.Morton pushed ob at NO 23 for 19 yards (J.Bostic).
- New Orleans Saints (Q1 54:38) — (9:38) T.Gowin punts 37 yards to PHI 18, Center-K.Houser. J.Bostic MUFFS catch, RECOVERED by NO-C.Oldham at PHI 21. C.Oldham to PHI 20 for 1 yard (J.Bostic).
- New Orleans Saints (Q2 43:06) — (13:06) R.Williams left guard to NO 21 for no gain (H.Thomas). FUMBLES (H.Thomas), RECOVERED by PHI-T.Vincent at NO 21.
- New Orleans Saints (Q3 24:53) — (9:53) R.Williams right guard to PHI 26 for -2 yards (H.Thomas). FUMBLES (H.Thomas), RECOVERED by PHI-C.Emmons at PHI 26. C.Emmons to PHI 28 for 2 yards (W.Williams). Play Challenged by NO and Upheld.
- New Orleans Saints (Q3 19:18) — (4:18) T.Gowin punts 52 yards to PHI 28, Center-K.Houser. B.Mitchell for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- New Orleans Saints (Q3 19:18) — (4:18) T.Gowin punts 52 yards to PHI 28, Center-K.Houser. B.Mitchell for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New Orleans Saints (Q2 43:06) — (13:06) R.Williams left guard to NO 21 for no gain (H.Thomas). FUMBLES (H.Thomas), RECOVERED by PHI-T.Vincent at NO 21.
- New Orleans Saints (Q1 54:38) — (9:38) T.Gowin punts 37 yards to PHI 18, Center-K.Houser. J.Bostic MUFFS catch, RECOVERED by NO-C.Oldham at PHI 21. C.Oldham to PHI 20 for 1 yard (J.Bostic).
- New Orleans Saints (Q3 24:53) — (9:53) R.Williams right guard to PHI 26 for -2 yards (H.Thomas). FUMBLES (H.Thomas), RECOVERED by PHI-C.Emmons at PHI 26. C.Emmons to PHI 28 for 2 yards (W.Williams). Play Challenged by NO and Upheld.
Quarterback report card
J.Blake led all passers in efficiency for New Orleans Saints, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Blake (New Orleans Saints) · 51 dropbacks · 35.3% completion · -0.33 EPA/play · -17.00 total EPA
- D.McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles) · 40 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · +0.05 EPA/play · +1.83 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Philadelphia Eagles | New Orleans Saints |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.095 | -0.283 |
| Offensive success rate | 34.1% | 35.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.042 | -0.281 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.433 | -0.394 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.283 | +0.095 |
| Defensive success rate | 64.8% | 65.9% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Philadelphia Eagles generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.10 vs -0.28), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- New Orleans Saints: 13 drives, -25.77 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
- Philadelphia Eagles: 13 drives, -8.10 total EPA, 2 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.
- C. Lewis (Philadelphia Eagles) 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.
- New Orleans Saints TD (+6) — Q1 52:50 · PHI 10 · Score 0-6
(7:50) J.Blake right end for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New Orleans Saints XP (+1) — Q1 52:44 · PHI 2 · Score 0-7
D.Brien extra point is GOOD, Center-K.Houser, Holder-T.Gowin. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q2 43:20 · NO 16 · Score 6-7
(13:20) D.McNabb pass to C.Lewis for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Pass 15, Run 1 - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q2 43:15 · NO 2 · Score 7-7
D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q2 43:00 · NO 21 · Score 13-7
(13:00) D.McNabb pass to C.Johnson for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Pass 21, Run 0 - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q2 42:55 · NO 2 · Score 14-7
D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q3 19:18 · PHI 80 · Score 20-7
(4:18) T.Gowin punts 52 yards to PHI 28, Center-K.Houser. B.Mitchell for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q3 19:02 · NO 2 · Score 21-7
D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Philadelphia Eagles vs New Orleans Saints?
The Philadelphia Eagles beat the New Orleans Saints 21-7 in Week 4, 2000 on 2000-09-24.
What was the final score of Philadelphia Eagles vs New Orleans Saints?
The final score was Philadelphia Eagles 21, New Orleans Saints 7 (PHI 21-7 NO) in Week 4, 2000 on 2000-09-24.
What was the score by quarter in Philadelphia Eagles vs New Orleans Saints?
Q1: Philadelphia Eagles 0, New Orleans Saints 7; Q2: Philadelphia Eagles 14, New Orleans Saints 0; Q3: Philadelphia Eagles 7, New Orleans Saints 0; Final: Philadelphia Eagles 21, New Orleans Saints 7.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Philadelphia Eagles vs New Orleans Saints?
New Orleans Saints touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 52:50) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 43:20) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 43:00) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 19:18) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Philadelphia Eagles vs New Orleans Saints?
J. Blake (New Orleans Saints), 35.3% completion, -0.33 EPA per dropback, -17.00 total passing EPA. D. McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles), 50.0% completion, +0.05 EPA per dropback, +1.83 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Philadelphia Eagles vs New Orleans Saints?
C. Lewis (Philadelphia Eagles) led the game in total EPA with +4.63 on receiving plays. across 6 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-5.52 EPA): (4:18) T.Gowin punts 52 yards to PHI 28, Center-K.Houser. B.Mitchell for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +54.7%.
Season records after this game
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 1-2 Now 2-2 W
New Orleans Saints
Entered 1-2 Now 1-3 L
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