Game story
In Week 9 of the 2002 NFL season on 2002-11-03, the Tennessee Titans took care of business against the Indianapolis Colts, pulling away with a 23–15 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 15 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts) paced the passing game, with -6.10 total EPA.
On the individual side, R. Wayne (Indianapolis Colts) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +9.52 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-20.0% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Indianapolis Colts changed the game: (10:31) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning sacked at TEN 32 for -11 yards (25-T.Williams). FUMBLES (25-T.Williams), RECOVERED by TEN-53-K.Bulluck at TEN 39. 53-K.Bulluck for 61 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on TEN-53
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Titans | 10 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| Indianapolis Colts | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 R. Wayne · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +9.52 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.59 EPA/play
- 2 M. Green · Tennessee Titans · Receiving · +1.94 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.65 EPA/play
- 3 S. McNair · Tennessee Titans · Passing · +1.91 total EPA · 23 snaps · +0.08 EPA/play
- 4 M. Roberg · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +1.57 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.78 EPA/play
- 5 F. Wycheck · Tennessee Titans · Receiving · +0.91 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.91 EPA/play
- 6 Q. Ismail · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +0.56 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.14 EPA/play
- 7 D. Haddad · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +0.53 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.53 EPA/play
- 8 E. George · Tennessee Titans · Receiving · +0.36 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.12 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
R. Wayne — IND · Receiving
R. Wayne posted the highest total EPA (+9.52) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Indianapolis Colts's efficiency. Across 6 counted snaps, they averaged +1.59 EPA per play.
The signature play (-11.04 EPA) came from Indianapolis Colts: (10:31) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning sacked at TEN 32 for -11 yards (25-T.Williams). FUMBLES (25-T.Williams), RECOVERED by TEN-53-K.Bulluck at TEN 39. 53-K.Bulluck for 61 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on TEN-53-K.Bulluck, Unsports
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Tennessee Titans — M. Green (S. McNair pass)
- Tennessee Titans — K. Bulluck
- Indianapolis Colts — M. Roberg (P. Manning pass)
- Indianapolis Colts — M. Harrison (P. Manning pass)
Field goals
- Tennessee Titans — J. Nedney
- Tennessee Titans — J. Nedney
- Tennessee Titans — J. Nedney
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Tennessee Titans won the period 10–0. Tennessee Titans connected on a field goal from the IND 10 (Q1 50:09) — (5:09) 6-J.Nedney 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-60-A.Graham, Holder-15-C.Hentrich.; Tennessee Titans found the end zone from the IND 3 (Q1 45:04) — (:04) 9-S.McNair pass to 20-M.Green for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Tennessee Titans added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q1 45:00) — 6-J.Nedney extra point is GOOD, Center-60-A.Graham, Holder-15-C.Hentrich..
The second quarter: Tennessee Titans won the period 10–0. Tennessee Titans found the end zone from the TEN 21 (Q2 40:31); Tennessee Titans added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q2 40:17) — 6-J.Nedney extra point is GOOD, Center-60-A.Graham, Holder-15-C.Hentrich.; Tennessee Titans connected on a field goal from the IND 16 (Q2 32:59) — (2:59) 6-J.Nedney 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-60-A.Graham, Holder-15-C.Hentrich..
The third quarter: Tennessee Titans won the period 3–0. Tennessee Titans connected on a field goal from the IND 21 (Q3 24:19) — (9:19) 6-J.Nedney 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-60-A.Graham, Holder-15-C.Hentrich..
The fourth quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 15–0. Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the TEN 2 (Q4 12:22) — (12:22) 18-P.Manning pass to 85-M.Roberg for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts registered a safety from the TEN 2 (Q4 12:17) — TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 18-P.Manning pass to 88-M.Harrison is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.; Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the TEN 19 (Q4 1:59) — (1:59) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 88-M.Harrison for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the TEN 2 (Q4 1:57) — 13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q2 40:31) — (10:31) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning sacked at TEN 32 for -11 yards (25-T.Williams). FUMBLES (25-T.Williams), RECOVERED by TEN-53-K.Bulluck at TEN 39. 53-K.Bulluck for 61 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on TEN-53
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 48:36) — (3:36) 18-P.Manning pass intended for 88-M.Harrison INTERCEPTED by 59-P.Sirmon at TEN 44. 59-P.Sirmon pushed ob at IND 25 for 31 yards (18-P.Manning).
- Tennessee Titans (Q1 45:04) — (:04) 9-S.McNair pass to 20-M.Green for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 55:05) — (10:05) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 36-J.Finn to IND 44 for 12 yards (25-T.Williams). FUMBLES (25-T.Williams), RECOVERED by TEN-25-T.Williams at IND 44. 25-T.Williams to IND 44 for no gain (36-J.Fi
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 49:59) — (4:59) 18-P.Manning pass to 88-M.Harrison to IND 48 for 27 yards (25-T.Williams, 21-S.Rolle).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q2 40:31) — (10:31) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning sacked at TEN 32 for -11 yards (25-T.Williams). FUMBLES (25-T.Williams), RECOVERED by TEN-53-K.Bulluck at TEN 39. 53-K.Bulluck for 61 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on TEN-53
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 48:36) — (3:36) 18-P.Manning pass intended for 88-M.Harrison INTERCEPTED by 59-P.Sirmon at TEN 44. 59-P.Sirmon pushed ob at IND 25 for 31 yards (18-P.Manning).
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 0:50) — (:50) 18-P.Manning pass incomplete to 81-M.Pollard.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 2:19) — (2:19) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 87-R.Wayne to TEN 19 for 18 yards (59-P.Sirmon).
Quarterback report card
P.Manning led all passers in efficiency for Indianapolis Colts, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- P.Manning (Indianapolis Colts) · 56 dropbacks · 66.1% completion · -0.11 EPA/play · -6.10 total EPA
- S.McNair (Tennessee Titans) · 23 dropbacks · 60.9% completion · +0.08 EPA/play · +1.91 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Tennessee Titans | Indianapolis Colts |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.002 | -0.157 |
| Offensive success rate | 44.9% | 47.1% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.054 | -0.109 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.004 | -0.263 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.157 | +0.002 |
| Defensive success rate | 52.9% | 55.1% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Tennessee Titans generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.00 vs -0.16), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Indianapolis Colts: 10 drives, -13.64 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Tennessee Titans: 11 drives, -0.13 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Tennessee Titans leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- R. Wayne (Indianapolis Colts) 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.
- Tennessee Titans FG (+3) — Q1 50:09 · IND 10 · Score 3-0
(5:09) 6-J.Nedney 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-60-A.Graham, Holder-15-C.Hentrich. - Tennessee Titans TD (+6) — Q1 45:04 · IND 3 · Score 9-0
(:04) 9-S.McNair pass to 20-M.Green for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Tennessee Titans XP (+1) — Q1 45:00 · IND 2 · Score 10-0
6-J.Nedney extra point is GOOD, Center-60-A.Graham, Holder-15-C.Hentrich. - Tennessee Titans TD (+6) — Q2 40:31 · TEN 21 · Score 16-0
(10:31) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning sacked at TEN 32 for -11 yards (25-T.Williams). FUMBLES (25-T.Williams), RECOVERED by TEN-53-K.Bulluck at TEN 39. 53-K.Bulluck fo - Tennessee Titans XP (+1) — Q2 40:17 · IND 2 · Score 17-0
6-J.Nedney extra point is GOOD, Center-60-A.Graham, Holder-15-C.Hentrich. - Tennessee Titans FG (+3) — Q2 32:59 · IND 16 · Score 20-0
(2:59) 6-J.Nedney 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-60-A.Graham, Holder-15-C.Hentrich. - Tennessee Titans FG (+3) — Q3 24:19 · IND 21 · Score 23-0
(9:19) 6-J.Nedney 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-60-A.Graham, Holder-15-C.Hentrich. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q4 12:22 · TEN 2 · Score 23-6
(12:22) 18-P.Manning pass to 85-M.Roberg for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts Safety (+2) — Q4 12:17 · TEN 2 · Score 23-8
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 18-P.Manning pass to 88-M.Harrison is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q4 1:59 · TEN 19 · Score 23-14
(1:59) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 88-M.Harrison for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q4 1:57 · TEN 2 · Score 23-15
13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts?
The Tennessee Titans beat the Indianapolis Colts 23-15 in Week 9, 2002 on 2002-11-03.
What was the final score of Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts?
The final score was Tennessee Titans 23, Indianapolis Colts 15 (TEN 23-15 IND) in Week 9, 2002 on 2002-11-03.
What was the score by quarter in Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts?
Q1: Tennessee Titans 10, Indianapolis Colts 0; Q2: Tennessee Titans 10, Indianapolis Colts 0; Q3: Tennessee Titans 3, Indianapolis Colts 0; Q4: Tennessee Titans 0, Indianapolis Colts 15; Final: Tennessee Titans 23, Indianapolis Colts 15.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts?
Tennessee Titans touchdown — M. Green (S. McNair pass) (Q1 45:04) Tennessee Titans touchdown — K. Bulluck (Q2 40:31) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — M. Roberg (P. Manning pass) (Q4 12:22) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — M. Harrison (P. Manning pass) (Q4 1:59) Tennessee Titans field goal — J. Nedney (Q1 50:09, 3 pts) Tennessee Titans field goal — J. Nedney (Q2 32:59, 3 pts) Tennessee Titans field goal — J. Nedney (Q3 24:19, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts?
P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts), 66.1% completion, -0.11 EPA per dropback, -6.10 total passing EPA. S. McNair (Tennessee Titans), 60.9% completion, +0.08 EPA per dropback, +1.91 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts?
R. Wayne (Indianapolis Colts) led the game in total EPA with +9.52 on receiving plays. across 6 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-11.04 EPA): (10:31) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning sacked at TEN 32 for -11 yards (25-T.Williams). FUMBLES (25-T.Williams), RECOVERED by TEN-53-K.Bulluck at TEN 39. 53-K.Bulluck for 61 yards, TOUCHDOW. The biggest win-probability swing was -20.0%.
Season records after this game
Tennessee Titans
Entered 3-4 Now 4-4 W
Indianapolis Colts
Entered 4-3 Now 4-4 L
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