Game story
In Week 12 of the 2004 NFL season on 2004-11-28, the Philadelphia Eagles took care of business against the New York Giants, pulling away with a 27–6 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 13 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
D. McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles) paced the passing game, with +3.81 total EPA.
On the individual side, J. Taylor (New York Giants) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +7.12 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-27.0% win probability) landed in the second quarter when New York Giants changed the game: (5:47) 10-E.Manning pass intended for 80-J.Shockey INTERCEPTED by 46-Q.Mikell at PHI 0. Touchback.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Eagles | 0 | 7 | 13 | 7 | 0 | 27 |
| New York Giants | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 J. Taylor · New York Giants · Receiving · +7.12 total EPA · 2 snaps · +3.56 EPA/play
- 2 T. Owens · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +6.98 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.75 EPA/play
- 3 T. Pinkston · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +6.35 total EPA · 3 snaps · +2.12 EPA/play
- 4 D. McNabb · Philadelphia Eagles · Passing · +3.81 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.12 EPA/play
- 5 B. Westbrook · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +3.51 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.70 EPA/play
- 6 B. Westbrook · Philadelphia Eagles · Rushing · +3.17 total EPA · 18 snaps · +0.18 EPA/play
- 7 E. Manning · New York Giants · Rushing · +2.11 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.06 EPA/play
- 8 J. Shockey · New York Giants · Receiving · +1.81 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.90 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
J. Taylor — NYG · Receiving
J. Taylor posted the highest total EPA (+7.12) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on New York Giants's efficiency. Across 2 counted snaps, they averaged +3.56 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.18 EPA) came from New York Giants: (5:47) 10-E.Manning pass intended for 80-J.Shockey INTERCEPTED by 46-Q.Mikell at PHI 0. Touchback.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. McNabb
- Philadelphia Eagles — B. Westbrook
- Philadelphia Eagles — B. Westbrook (D. McNabb pass)
Field goals
- New York Giants — S. Christie
- New York Giants — S. Christie
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Akers
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Akers
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: New York Giants won the period 3–0. New York Giants connected on a field goal from the PHI 4 (Q1 48:30) — (3:30) 2-S.Christie 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-17-J.Feagles..
The second quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 7–3. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the NYG 4 (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) 5-D.McNabb right end for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Back to pass, rushes.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q2 44:53) — 2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer.; New York Giants connected on a field goal from the PHI 14 (Q2 39:16) — (9:16) 2-S.Christie 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-17-J.Feagles..
The third quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 13–0. Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the NYG 29 (Q3 26:31) — (11:31) 2-D.Akers 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer.; Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the NYG 24 (Q3 24:03) — (9:03) 2-D.Akers 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the NYG 1 (Q3 16:52) — (1:52) 36-B.Westbrook right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q3 16:41) — 2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer..
The fourth quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 7–0. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the NYG 34 (Q4 10:03); Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q4 9:52) — 2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- New York Giants (Q2 35:47) — (5:47) 10-E.Manning pass intended for 80-J.Shockey INTERCEPTED by 46-Q.Mikell at PHI 0. Touchback.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 36:43) — (6:43) 5-D.McNabb sacked at NYG 40 for 0 yards. FUMBLES, RECOVERED by NYG-72-O.Umenyiora at NYG 41. 72-O.Umenyiora to NYG 45 for 4 yards (63-H.Fraley). Officially, a one yard TEAM sack.
- New York Giants (Q2 36:29) — (6:29) 10-E.Manning pass to 86-J.Taylor to PHI 3 for 52 yards (26-L.Sheppard).
- New York Giants (Q1 50:31) — (5:31) 10-E.Manning pass to 86-J.Taylor to PHI 11 for 50 yards (26-L.Sheppard).
- New York Giants (Q1 57:36) — (12:36) 10-E.Manning sacked at PHI 39 for -4 yards. FUMBLES, recovered by NYG-67-C.Snee at PHI 44. 67-C.Snee to PHI 44 for no gain (55-D.Jones). Officially, a 9 yard TEAM sack.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- New York Giants (Q2 35:47) — (5:47) 10-E.Manning pass intended for 80-J.Shockey INTERCEPTED by 46-Q.Mikell at PHI 0. Touchback.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 36:43) — (6:43) 5-D.McNabb sacked at NYG 40 for 0 yards. FUMBLES, RECOVERED by NYG-72-O.Umenyiora at NYG 41. 72-O.Umenyiora to NYG 45 for 4 yards (63-H.Fraley). Officially, a one yard TEAM sack.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 10:03) — (10:03) 5-D.McNabb pass to 36-B.Westbrook for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on NYG-24-W.Peterson, Face Mask (15 Yards), 15 yards, enforced between downs.
- New York Giants (Q2 36:29) — (6:29) 10-E.Manning pass to 86-J.Taylor to PHI 3 for 52 yards (26-L.Sheppard).
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) · 32 dropbacks · 56.2% completion · +0.12 EPA/play · +3.81 total EPA
- E.Manning (New York Giants) · 27 dropbacks · 22.2% completion · -0.68 EPA/play · -18.42 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Philadelphia Eagles | New York Giants |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.126 | -0.203 |
| Offensive success rate | 44.2% | 39.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.170 | -0.562 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.127 | -0.076 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.203 | -0.126 |
| Defensive success rate | 60.3% | 55.8% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Philadelphia Eagles generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.13 vs -0.20), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- New York Giants: 12 drives, -14.81 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Philadelphia Eagles: 12 drives, +10.83 total EPA, 5 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.
- J. Taylor (New York Giants) 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 York Giants FG (+3) — Q1 48:30 · PHI 4 · Score 0-3
(3:30) 2-S.Christie 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-17-J.Feagles. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q2 45:00 · NYG 4 · Score 6-3
(15:00) 5-D.McNabb right end for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Back to pass, rushes. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q2 44:53 · NYG 2 · Score 7-3
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer. - New York Giants FG (+3) — Q2 39:16 · PHI 14 · Score 7-6
(9:16) 2-S.Christie 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-17-J.Feagles. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q3 26:31 · NYG 29 · Score 10-6
(11:31) 2-D.Akers 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q3 24:03 · NYG 24 · Score 13-6
(9:03) 2-D.Akers 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q3 16:52 · NYG 1 · Score 19-6
(1:52) 36-B.Westbrook right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q3 16:41 · NYG 2 · Score 20-6
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q4 10:03 · NYG 34 · Score 26-6
(10:03) 5-D.McNabb pass to 36-B.Westbrook for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on NYG-24-W.Peterson, Face Mask (15 Yards), 15 yards, enforced between downs. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q4 9:52 · NYG 2 · Score 27-6
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Philadelphia Eagles vs New York Giants?
The Philadelphia Eagles beat the New York Giants 27-6 in Week 12, 2004 on 2004-11-28.
What was the final score of Philadelphia Eagles vs New York Giants?
The final score was Philadelphia Eagles 27, New York Giants 6 (PHI 27-6 NYG) in Week 12, 2004 on 2004-11-28.
What was the score by quarter in Philadelphia Eagles vs New York Giants?
Q1: Philadelphia Eagles 0, New York Giants 3; Q2: Philadelphia Eagles 7, New York Giants 3; Q3: Philadelphia Eagles 13, New York Giants 0; Q4: Philadelphia Eagles 7, New York Giants 0; Final: Philadelphia Eagles 27, New York Giants 6.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Philadelphia Eagles vs New York Giants?
Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — D. McNabb (Q2 45:00) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — B. Westbrook (Q3 16:52) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — B. Westbrook (D. McNabb pass) (Q4 10:03) New York Giants field goal — S. Christie (Q1 48:30, 3 pts) New York Giants field goal — S. Christie (Q2 39:16, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — D. Akers (Q3 26:31, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — D. Akers (Q3 24:03, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Philadelphia Eagles vs New York Giants?
D. McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles), 56.2% completion, +0.12 EPA per dropback, +3.81 total passing EPA. E. Manning (New York Giants), 22.2% completion, -0.68 EPA per dropback, -18.42 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Philadelphia Eagles vs New York Giants?
J. Taylor (New York Giants) led the game in total EPA with +7.12 on receiving plays. across 2 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.18 EPA): (5:47) 10-E.Manning pass intended for 80-J.Shockey INTERCEPTED by 46-Q.Mikell at PHI 0. Touchback.. The biggest win-probability swing was -27.0%.
Season records after this game
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 9-1 Now 10-1 W
New York Giants
Entered 5-5 Now 5-6 L
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