Game story
In Week 1 of the 2020 NFL season on 2020-09-13, the Washington Commanders took care of business against the Philadelphia Eagles, pulling away with a 27–17 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 24 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
C. Wentz (Philadelphia Eagles) paced the passing game, with -18.65 total EPA, and -6.4% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, D. Goedert (Philadelphia Eagles) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +6.73 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-19.8% win probability) landed in the third quarter when Philadelphia Eagles changed the game: (11:53) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left intended for 82-J.Hightower INTERCEPTED by 20-J.Moreland at WAS 48. 20-J.Moreland to PHI 20 for 32 yards (10-D.Jackson).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Eagles | 24 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Washington Commanders | 0 | 7 | 7 | 13 | 0 | 27 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 D. Goedert · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +6.73 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.75 EPA/play
- 2 S. Sims · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +4.25 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.42 EPA/play
- 3 L. Thomas · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.37 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.30 EPA/play
- 4 J. Reagor · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +1.67 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.42 EPA/play
- 5 T. McLaurin · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +1.49 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.21 EPA/play
- 6 G. Ward · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +1.07 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.15 EPA/play
- 7 J. Huntley · Philadelphia Eagles · Rushing · +0.99 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.99 EPA/play
- 8 C. Wentz · Philadelphia Eagles · Rushing · +0.79 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.79 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
D. Goedert — PHI · Receiving
D. Goedert posted the highest total EPA (+6.73) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Philadelphia Eagles's efficiency. Across 9 counted snaps, they averaged +0.75 EPA per play.
The signature play (-7.11 EPA) came from Philadelphia Eagles: (11:53) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left intended for 82-J.Hightower INTERCEPTED by 20-J.Moreland at WAS 48. 20-J.Moreland to PHI 20 for 32 yards (10-D.Jackson).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Philadelphia Eagles — Z. Ertz (C. Wentz pass)
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Goedert (C. Wentz pass)
- Washington Commanders — L. Thomas (D. Haskins pass)
- Washington Commanders — P. Barber
- Washington Commanders — P. Barber
Field goals
- Philadelphia Eagles — J. Elliott
- Washington Commanders — D. Hopkins
- Washington Commanders — D. Hopkins
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 24–0. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the WAS 5 (Q1 56:19) — (11:19) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short middle to 86-Z.Ertz for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the WAS 15 (Q1 56:14) — 4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the PHI 75 (Q1 56:14) — (11:14) (Shotgun) 7-D.Haskins pass short right to 17-T.McLaurin to WAS 41 for 16 yards (23-R.McLeod).; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the PHI 59 (Q1 55:38) — (10:38) (Shotgun) 7-D.Haskins pass incomplete short right to 41-J.McKissic.; Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the WAS 20 (Q1 47:17) — (2:17) 4-J.Elliott 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston..
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the WAS 34 (Q2 37:00) — (7:00) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass deep left to 88-D.Goedert for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the WAS 15 (Q2 36:54) — 4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the PHI 6 (Q2 30:43) — (:43) (Shotgun) 7-D.Haskins pass short left to 82-L.Thomas for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q2 30:40) — 3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way..
The third quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 7–0. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the PHI 1 (Q3 24:28) — (9:28) (Shotgun) 34-P.Barber right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q3 24:25) — 3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way..
The fourth quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 13–0. Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the PHI 20 (Q4 14:18) — (14:18) 3-D.Hopkins 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the PHI 3 (Q4 6:17) — (6:17) 34-P.Barber right guard for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q4 6:13) — 3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way.; Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the PHI 22 (Q4 3:29) — (3:29) 3-D.Hopkins 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 26:53) — (11:53) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left intended for 82-J.Hightower INTERCEPTED by 20-J.Moreland at WAS 48. 20-J.Moreland to PHI 20 for 32 yards (10-D.Jackson).
- Washington Commanders (Q4 11:21) — (11:21) (Shotgun) 7-D.Haskins pass short left to 82-L.Thomas to PHI 38 for 8 yards (22-M.Epps).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 50:05) — (5:05) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass deep middle to 18-J.Reagor to WAS 22 for 55 yards (23-R.Darby).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 16:18) — (1:18) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz sacked at PHI 46 for -9 yards (53-J.Bostic).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 20:41) — (5:41) 4-J.Elliott 53 yard field goal is No Good, Short, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 26:53) — (11:53) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left intended for 82-J.Hightower INTERCEPTED by 20-J.Moreland at WAS 48. 20-J.Moreland to PHI 20 for 32 yards (10-D.Jackson).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 50:05) — (5:05) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass deep middle to 18-J.Reagor to WAS 22 for 55 yards (23-R.Darby).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 3:25) — (3:25) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz sacked at PHI 21 for -4 yards (sack split by 94-D.Payne and 99-C.Young). FUMBLES (94-D.Payne) [94-D.Payne], RECOVERED by WAS-91-R.Kerrigan at PHI 22. 91-R.Kerrigan to PHI 1
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 37:00) — (7:00) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass deep left to 88-D.Goedert for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
C.Wentz led all passers in efficiency for Philadelphia Eagles, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- C.Wentz (Philadelphia Eagles) · 51 dropbacks · 47.1% completion · -6.4% CPOE · -0.37 EPA/play · -18.65 total EPA
- D.Haskins (Washington Commanders) · 36 dropbacks · 47.2% completion · -6.6% CPOE · -0.05 EPA/play · -1.77 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Philadelphia Eagles | Washington Commanders |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.223 | -0.114 |
| Offensive success rate | 40.7% | 35.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.366 | -0.049 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.054 | -0.282 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.114 | +0.223 |
| Defensive success rate | 64.8% | 59.3% |
By the numbers
Washington Commanders held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.11 vs -0.22), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Philadelphia Eagles: 15 drives, -19.15 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 15 drives, -10.40 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Washington Commanders leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- D. Goedert (Philadelphia Eagles) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- C. Wentz (PHI) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
- D. Haskins (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 56:19 · WAS 5 · Score 6-0
(11:19) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short middle to 86-Z.Ertz for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q1 56:14 · WAS 15 · Score 7-0
4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+7) — Q1 56:14 · PHI 75 · Score 7-0
(11:14) (Shotgun) 7-D.Haskins pass short right to 17-T.McLaurin to WAS 41 for 16 yards (23-R.McLeod). - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+7) — Q1 55:38 · PHI 59 · Score 7-0
(10:38) (Shotgun) 7-D.Haskins pass incomplete short right to 41-J.McKissic. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q1 47:17 · WAS 20 · Score 10-0
(2:17) 4-J.Elliott 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q2 37:00 · WAS 34 · Score 16-0
(7:00) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass deep left to 88-D.Goedert for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q2 36:54 · WAS 15 · Score 17-0
4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 30:43 · PHI 6 · Score 17-6
(:43) (Shotgun) 7-D.Haskins pass short left to 82-L.Thomas for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 30:40 · PHI 15 · Score 17-7
3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q3 24:28 · PHI 1 · Score 17-13
(9:28) (Shotgun) 34-P.Barber right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q3 24:25 · PHI 15 · Score 17-14
3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q4 14:18 · PHI 20 · Score 17-17
(14:18) 3-D.Hopkins 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 6:17 · PHI 3 · Score 17-23
(6:17) 34-P.Barber right guard for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q4 6:13 · PHI 15 · Score 17-24
3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q4 3:29 · PHI 22 · Score 17-27
(3:29) 3-D.Hopkins 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders?
The Washington Commanders beat the Philadelphia Eagles 27-17 in Week 1, 2020 on 2020-09-13.
What was the final score of Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders?
The final score was Philadelphia Eagles 17, Washington Commanders 27 (PHI 17-27 WAS) in Week 1, 2020 on 2020-09-13.
What was the score by quarter in Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders?
Q1: Philadelphia Eagles 24, Washington Commanders 0; Q2: Philadelphia Eagles 7, Washington Commanders 7; Q3: Philadelphia Eagles 0, Washington Commanders 7; Q4: Philadelphia Eagles 0, Washington Commanders 13; Final: Philadelphia Eagles 17, Washington Commanders 27.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders?
Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — Z. Ertz (C. Wentz pass) (Q1 56:19) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — D. Goedert (C. Wentz pass) (Q2 37:00) Washington Commanders touchdown — L. Thomas (D. Haskins pass) (Q2 30:43) Washington Commanders touchdown — P. Barber (Q3 24:28) Washington Commanders touchdown — P. Barber (Q4 6:17) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — J. Elliott (Q1 47:17, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — D. Hopkins (Q4 14:18, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — D. Hopkins (Q4 3:29, 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?
C. Wentz (Philadelphia Eagles), 47.1% completion, -6.4% CPOE, -0.37 EPA per dropback, -18.65 total passing EPA. D. Haskins (Washington Commanders), 47.2% completion, -6.6% CPOE, -0.05 EPA per dropback, -1.77 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders?
D. Goedert (Philadelphia Eagles) led the game in total EPA with +6.73 on receiving plays. across 9 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-7.11 EPA): (11:53) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left intended for 82-J.Hightower INTERCEPTED by 20-J.Moreland at WAS 48. 20-J.Moreland to PHI 20 for 32 yards (10-D.Jackson).. The biggest win-probability swing was -19.8%.
Season records after this game
Philadelphia Eagles
Now 0-1 L
Washington Commanders
Now 1-0 W
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