Game story
In Week 6 of the 2011 NFL season on 2011-10-16, the Philadelphia Eagles took care of business against the Washington Commanders, pulling away with a 20–13 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 16 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
M. Vick (Philadelphia Eagles) paced the passing game, with +11.83 total EPA, and -2.6% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, M. Vick (Philadelphia Eagles) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +11.83 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+10.8% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Philadelphia Eagles changed the game: (8:59) 7-M.Vick pass short middle to 81-J.Avant to WAS 20 for 18 yards (22-K.Barnes, 20-O.Atogwe).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Eagles | 7 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20 |
| Washington Commanders | 0 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 13 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 M. Vick · Philadelphia Eagles · Passing · +11.83 total EPA · 38 snaps · +0.31 EPA/play
- 2 J. Beck · Washington Commanders · Passing · +5.88 total EPA · 19 snaps · +0.31 EPA/play
- 3 D. Stallworth · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +4.11 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.37 EPA/play
- 4 J. Maclin · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +3.55 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.51 EPA/play
- 5 T. Austin · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.88 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.88 EPA/play
- 6 D. Jackson · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +2.35 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.34 EPA/play
- 7 S. Moss · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +1.66 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.28 EPA/play
- 8 J. Beck · Washington Commanders · Rushing · +1.01 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.01 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
M. Vick — PHI · Passing
M. Vick posted the highest total EPA (+11.83) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Philadelphia Eagles's efficiency. Across 38 counted snaps, they averaged +0.31 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.69 EPA) came from Washington Commanders: (6:38) 8-R.Grossman pass short middle intended for 83-F.Davis INTERCEPTED by 42-K.Coleman [93-J.Babin] at PHI 5. 42-K.Coleman pushed ob at PHI 29 for 24 yards (10-J.Gaffney).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Philadelphia Eagles — B. Celek (M. Vick pass)
- Philadelphia Eagles — L. McCoy
- Washington Commanders — J. Beck
Field goals
- Philadelphia Eagles — A. Henery
- Philadelphia Eagles — A. Henery
- Washington Commanders — G. Gano
- Washington Commanders — G. Gano
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 7–0. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the WAS 7 (Q1 51:55) — (6:55) 7-M.Vick pass short left to 87-B.Celek for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q1 51:50) — 6-A.Henery extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-C.Henry..
The second quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 13–3. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the WAS 1 (Q2 44:19) — (14:19) 79-T.Herremans reported in as eligible. 25-L.McCoy left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q2 44:15) — 6-A.Henery extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-C.Henry.; Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the WAS 10 (Q2 37:03) — (7:03) 6-A.Henery 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-C.Henry.; Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the WAS 6 (Q2 32:31) — (2:31) 6-A.Henery 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-C.Henry.; Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the PHI 32 (Q2 30:35) — (:35) 4-G.Gano 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-6-S.Rocca..
The third quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 3–0. Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the PHI 8 (Q3 27:45) — (12:45) 4-G.Gano 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-6-S.Rocca..
The fourth quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 7–0. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the PHI 2 (Q4 2:48) — (2:48) 12-J.Beck up the middle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q4 2:44) — 4-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-6-S.Rocca..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 53:59) — (8:59) 7-M.Vick pass short middle to 81-J.Avant to WAS 20 for 18 yards (22-K.Barnes, 20-O.Atogwe).
- Washington Commanders (Q3 21:38) — (6:38) 8-R.Grossman pass short middle intended for 83-F.Davis INTERCEPTED by 42-K.Coleman [93-J.Babin] at PHI 5. 42-K.Coleman pushed ob at PHI 29 for 24 yards (10-J.Gaffney).
- Washington Commanders (Q1 57:09) — (12:09) (Shotgun) 8-R.Grossman pass deep middle intended for 83-F.Davis INTERCEPTED by 42-K.Coleman [91-T.Laws] at PHI 3. 42-K.Coleman to PHI 3 for no gain (83-F.Davis). WAS-78-K.Lichtensteiger was in
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 51:55) — (6:55) 7-M.Vick pass short left to 87-B.Celek for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 56:09) — (11:09) 7-M.Vick pass deep middle to 10-D.Jackson to WAS 46 for 23 yards (20-O.Atogwe).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Washington Commanders (Q3 21:38) — (6:38) 8-R.Grossman pass short middle intended for 83-F.Davis INTERCEPTED by 42-K.Coleman [93-J.Babin] at PHI 5. 42-K.Coleman pushed ob at PHI 29 for 24 yards (10-J.Gaffney).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 27:40) — (12:40) 7-M.Vick pass deep left to 18-J.Maclin to WAS 21 for 59 yards (30-L.Landry).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 53:59) — (8:59) 7-M.Vick pass short middle to 81-J.Avant to WAS 20 for 18 yards (22-K.Barnes, 20-O.Atogwe).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 20:44) — (5:44) (Shotgun) 7-M.Vick scrambles left end pushed ob at WAS 40 for 31 yards (30-L.Landry).
Quarterback report card
M.Vick led all passers in efficiency for Philadelphia Eagles, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- M.Vick (Philadelphia Eagles) · 38 dropbacks · 47.4% completion · -2.6% CPOE · +0.31 EPA/play · +11.83 total EPA
- R.Grossman (Washington Commanders) · 25 dropbacks · 36.0% completion · -17.5% CPOE · -0.40 EPA/play · -9.93 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Philadelphia Eagles | Washington Commanders |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.045 | -0.086 |
| Offensive success rate | 37.4% | 43.8% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.219 | -0.092 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.055 | -0.290 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.086 | -0.045 |
| Defensive success rate | 56.2% | 62.6% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Philadelphia Eagles generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.04 vs -0.09), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Philadelphia Eagles: 12 drives, +4.07 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 11 drives, -6.29 total EPA, 3 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.
- M. Vick (Philadelphia Eagles) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- R. Grossman (WAS) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q1 51:55 · WAS 7 · Score 6-0
(6:55) 7-M.Vick pass short left to 87-B.Celek for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q1 51:50 · WAS 2 · Score 7-0
6-A.Henery extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-C.Henry. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q2 44:19 · WAS 1 · Score 13-0
(14:19) 79-T.Herremans reported in as eligible. 25-L.McCoy left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q2 44:15 · WAS 2 · Score 14-0
6-A.Henery extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-C.Henry. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q2 37:03 · WAS 10 · Score 17-0
(7:03) 6-A.Henery 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-C.Henry. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q2 32:31 · WAS 6 · Score 20-0
(2:31) 6-A.Henery 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-C.Henry. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q2 30:35 · PHI 32 · Score 20-3
(:35) 4-G.Gano 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-6-S.Rocca. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q3 27:45 · PHI 8 · Score 20-6
(12:45) 4-G.Gano 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-6-S.Rocca. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 2:48 · PHI 2 · Score 20-12
(2:48) 12-J.Beck up the middle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q4 2:44 · PHI 2 · Score 20-13
4-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-6-S.Rocca.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders?
The Philadelphia Eagles beat the Washington Commanders 20-13 in Week 6, 2011 on 2011-10-16.
What was the final score of Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders?
The final score was Philadelphia Eagles 20, Washington Commanders 13 (PHI 20-13 WAS) in Week 6, 2011 on 2011-10-16.
What was the score by quarter in Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders?
Q1: Philadelphia Eagles 7, Washington Commanders 0; Q2: Philadelphia Eagles 13, Washington Commanders 3; Q3: Philadelphia Eagles 0, Washington Commanders 3; Q4: Philadelphia Eagles 0, Washington Commanders 7; Final: Philadelphia Eagles 20, Washington Commanders 13.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders?
Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — B. Celek (M. Vick pass) (Q1 51:55) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — L. McCoy (Q2 44:19) Washington Commanders touchdown — J. Beck (Q4 2:48) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — A. Henery (Q2 37:03, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — A. Henery (Q2 32:31, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — G. Gano (Q2 30:35, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — G. Gano (Q3 27:45, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders?
M. Vick (Philadelphia Eagles), 47.4% completion, -2.6% CPOE, +0.31 EPA per dropback, +11.83 total passing EPA. R. Grossman (Washington Commanders), 36.0% completion, -17.5% CPOE, -0.40 EPA per dropback, -9.93 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders?
M. Vick (Philadelphia Eagles) led the game in total EPA with +11.83 on passing plays. across 38 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.69 EPA): (6:38) 8-R.Grossman pass short middle intended for 83-F.Davis INTERCEPTED by 42-K.Coleman [93-J.Babin] at PHI 5. 42-K.Coleman pushed ob at PHI 29 for 24 yards (10-J.Gaffney).. The biggest win-probability swing was +10.8%.
Was Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders a close game?
Yes — the margin was 7 points. Philadelphia Eagles won 20-13 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 1-4 Now 2-4 W
Washington Commanders
Entered 3-1 Now 3-2 L