Game story
In Week 12 of the 2004 NFL season on 2004-11-28, the Carolina Panthers took care of business against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, pulling away with a 21–14 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
B. Griese (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) paced the passing game, with +10.67 total EPA.
On the individual side, B. Griese (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +10.67 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-24.5% win probability) landed in the third quarter when Tampa Bay Buccaneers changed the game: (8:46) 8-B.Griese pass intended for 85-K.Dilger INTERCEPTED by 90-J.Peppers at TB 46. 90-J.Peppers for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 0 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 14 |
| Carolina Panthers | 7 | 0 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 21 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 B. Griese · Tampa Bay Buccaneers · Passing · +10.67 total EPA · 41 snaps · +0.26 EPA/play
- 2 M. Pittman · Tampa Bay Buccaneers · Receiving · +10.07 total EPA · 8 snaps · +1.26 EPA/play
- 3 K. Colbert · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +9.52 total EPA · 3 snaps · +3.17 EPA/play
- 4 M. Clayton · Tampa Bay Buccaneers · Receiving · +6.63 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.83 EPA/play
- 5 J. Jurevicius · Tampa Bay Buccaneers · Receiving · +6.08 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.52 EPA/play
- 6 J. Delhomme · Carolina Panthers · Passing · +4.32 total EPA · 28 snaps · +0.15 EPA/play
- 7 K. Mangum · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +3.05 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.02 EPA/play
- 8 J. Galloway · Tampa Bay Buccaneers · Receiving · +2.61 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.87 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
B. Griese — TB · Passing
B. Griese posted the highest total EPA (+10.67) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Tampa Bay Buccaneers's efficiency. Across 41 counted snaps, they averaged +0.26 EPA per play.
The signature play (-8.29 EPA) came from Tampa Bay Buccaneers: (8:46) 8-B.Griese pass intended for 85-K.Dilger INTERCEPTED by 90-J.Peppers at TB 46. 90-J.Peppers for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Carolina Panthers — K. Colbert (J. Delhomme pass)
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers — M. Pittman (B. Griese pass)
- Carolina Panthers — J. Peppers
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers — M. Pittman (B. Griese pass)
- Carolina Panthers — K. Colbert (J. Delhomme pass)
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Carolina Panthers won the period 7–0. Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the TB 24 (Q1 54:30) — (9:30) (Shotgun) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 83-K.Colbert for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the TB 2 (Q1 54:23) — 5-J.Chandler extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun..
The second quarter: Tampa Bay Buccaneers won the period 7–0. Tampa Bay Buccaneers found the end zone from the CAR 6 (Q2 32:00) — (2:00) 8-B.Griese pass to 32-M.Pittman for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Shuttle Pass; Tampa Bay Buccaneers added 1 points from the CAR 2 (Q2 31:55) — 10-M.Gramatica extra point is GOOD, Center-86-D.Moore, Holder-9-J.Bidwell..
The third quarter: Carolina Panthers won the period 7–0. Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the CAR 54 (Q3 23:46) — (8:46) 8-B.Griese pass intended for 85-K.Dilger INTERCEPTED by 90-J.Peppers at TB 46. 90-J.Peppers for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the TB 2 (Q3 23:37) — 5-J.Chandler extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Tampa Bay Buccaneers found the end zone from the CAR 8 (Q4 6:46) — (6:46) 8-B.Griese pass to 32-M.Pittman for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Tampa Bay Buccaneers added 1 points from the CAR 2 (Q4 6:42) — 10-M.Gramatica extra point is GOOD, Center-86-D.Moore, Holder-9-J.Bidwell.; Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the TB 40 (Q4 0:27) — (:27) (Shotgun) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 83-K.Colbert for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the TB 2 (Q4 0:20) — 5-J.Chandler extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q3 23:46) — (8:46) 8-B.Griese pass intended for 85-K.Dilger INTERCEPTED by 90-J.Peppers at TB 46. 90-J.Peppers for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q4 1:53) — (1:53) 10-M.Gramatica 37 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-86-D.Moore, Holder-9-J.Bidwell.
- Carolina Panthers (Q4 0:27) — (:27) (Shotgun) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 83-K.Colbert for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q4 3:40) — (3:40) 8-B.Griese pass to 80-M.Clayton to CAR 22 for 18 yards (24-R.Manning, 30-M.Minter).
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q4 6:46) — (6:46) 8-B.Griese pass to 32-M.Pittman for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q3 23:46) — (8:46) 8-B.Griese pass intended for 85-K.Dilger INTERCEPTED by 90-J.Peppers at TB 46. 90-J.Peppers for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Carolina Panthers (Q4 0:27) — (:27) (Shotgun) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 83-K.Colbert for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q2 36:05) — (6:05) 8-B.Griese pass to 32-M.Pittman to CAR 21 for 68 yards (30-M.Minter; 90-J.Peppers).
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q3 20:39) — (5:39) 8-B.Griese pass to 32-M.Pittman to CAR 15 for 8 yards (96-A.Wallace). FUMBLES (96-A.Wallace), RECOVERED by CAR-30-M.Minter at CAR 11. 30-M.Minter to CAR 36 for 25 yards (80-M.Clayton). Play Cha
Quarterback report card
B.Griese led all passers in efficiency for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- B.Griese (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) · 41 dropbacks · 65.9% completion · +0.26 EPA/play · +10.67 total EPA
- J.Delhomme (Carolina Panthers) · 28 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · +0.15 EPA/play · +4.32 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Carolina Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.098 | -0.048 |
| Offensive success rate | 46.5% | 41.8% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.226 | +0.187 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.433 | -0.123 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.048 | +0.098 |
| Defensive success rate | 58.2% | 53.5% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Tampa Bay Buccaneers -0.10, Carolina Panthers -0.05) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- Carolina Panthers: 11 drives, -3.20 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers: 11 drives, -8.40 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Carolina Panthers 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.
- B. Griese (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) 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.
- Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q1 54:30 · TB 24 · Score 0-6
(9:30) (Shotgun) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 83-K.Colbert for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q1 54:23 · TB 2 · Score 0-7
5-J.Chandler extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun. - Tampa Bay Buccaneers TD (+6) — Q2 32:00 · CAR 6 · Score 6-7
(2:00) 8-B.Griese pass to 32-M.Pittman for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Shuttle Pass - Tampa Bay Buccaneers XP (+1) — Q2 31:55 · CAR 2 · Score 7-7
10-M.Gramatica extra point is GOOD, Center-86-D.Moore, Holder-9-J.Bidwell. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q3 23:46 · CAR 54 · Score 7-13
(8:46) 8-B.Griese pass intended for 85-K.Dilger INTERCEPTED by 90-J.Peppers at TB 46. 90-J.Peppers for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q3 23:37 · TB 2 · Score 7-14
5-J.Chandler extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun. - Tampa Bay Buccaneers TD (+6) — Q4 6:46 · CAR 8 · Score 13-14
(6:46) 8-B.Griese pass to 32-M.Pittman for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Tampa Bay Buccaneers XP (+1) — Q4 6:42 · CAR 2 · Score 14-14
10-M.Gramatica extra point is GOOD, Center-86-D.Moore, Holder-9-J.Bidwell. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q4 0:27 · TB 40 · Score 14-20
(:27) (Shotgun) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 83-K.Colbert for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q4 0:20 · TB 2 · Score 14-21
5-J.Chandler extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Carolina Panthers?
The Carolina Panthers beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 21-14 in Week 12, 2004 on 2004-11-28.
What was the final score of Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Carolina Panthers?
The final score was Tampa Bay Buccaneers 14, Carolina Panthers 21 (TB 14-21 CAR) in Week 12, 2004 on 2004-11-28.
What was the score by quarter in Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Carolina Panthers?
Q1: Tampa Bay Buccaneers 0, Carolina Panthers 7; Q2: Tampa Bay Buccaneers 7, Carolina Panthers 0; Q3: Tampa Bay Buccaneers 0, Carolina Panthers 7; Q4: Tampa Bay Buccaneers 7, Carolina Panthers 7; Final: Tampa Bay Buccaneers 14, Carolina Panthers 21.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Carolina Panthers?
Carolina Panthers touchdown — K. Colbert (J. Delhomme pass) (Q1 54:30) Tampa Bay Buccaneers touchdown — M. Pittman (B. Griese pass) (Q2 32:00) Carolina Panthers touchdown — J. Peppers (Q3 23:46) Tampa Bay Buccaneers touchdown — M. Pittman (B. Griese pass) (Q4 6:46) Carolina Panthers touchdown — K. Colbert (J. Delhomme pass) (Q4 0:27) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Carolina Panthers?
B. Griese (Tampa Bay Buccaneers), 65.9% completion, +0.26 EPA per dropback, +10.67 total passing EPA. J. Delhomme (Carolina Panthers), 50.0% completion, +0.15 EPA per dropback, +4.32 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Carolina Panthers?
B. Griese (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) led the game in total EPA with +10.67 on passing plays. across 41 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-8.29 EPA): (8:46) 8-B.Griese pass intended for 85-K.Dilger INTERCEPTED by 90-J.Peppers at TB 46. 90-J.Peppers for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -24.5%.
Was Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Carolina Panthers a close game?
Yes — the margin was 7 points. Carolina Panthers won 21-14 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Entered 4-6 Now 4-7 L
Carolina Panthers
Entered 3-7 Now 4-7 W
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