Game story
In Week 17 of the 2008 NFL season on 2008-12-28, the Indianapolis Colts took care of business against the Tennessee Titans, pulling away with a 23–0 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Sorgi (Indianapolis Colts) paced the passing game, with +4.07 total EPA, and +5.6% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +7.50 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+14.4% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Indianapolis Colts changed the game: (9:24) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short right to 29-J.Addai for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Titans | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Indianapolis Colts | 10 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 P. Manning · Indianapolis Colts · Passing · +7.50 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.94 EPA/play
- 2 J. Addai · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +4.52 total EPA · 2 snaps · +2.26 EPA/play
- 3 J. Sorgi · Indianapolis Colts · Passing · +4.07 total EPA · 31 snaps · +0.13 EPA/play
- 4 L. Ball · Indianapolis Colts · Rushing · +3.66 total EPA · 13 snaps · +0.28 EPA/play
- 5 M. Harrison · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +3.53 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.50 EPA/play
- 6 N. Davenport · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +3.27 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.82 EPA/play
- 7 D. Clark · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +3.03 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.50 EPA/play
- 8 P. Garcon · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +2.45 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.82 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
P. Manning — IND · Passing
P. Manning posted the highest total EPA (+7.50) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Indianapolis Colts's efficiency. Across 8 counted snaps, they averaged +0.94 EPA per play.
The signature play (+5.06 EPA) came from Indianapolis Colts: (9:24) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short right to 29-J.Addai for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Indianapolis Colts — J. Addai (P. Manning pass)
- Indianapolis Colts — L. Ball
Field goals
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Vinatieri
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Vinatieri
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Vinatieri
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 10–0. Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the TEN 55 (Q1 54:24) — (9:24) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short right to 29-J.Addai for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the TEN 2 (Q1 54:12) — 4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.; Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the TEN 10 (Q1 45:20) — (:20) 4-A.Vinatieri 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith..
The second quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 6–0. Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the TEN 3 (Q2 40:19) — (10:19) 4-A.Vinatieri 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.; Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the TEN 20 (Q2 32:31) — (2:31) 4-A.Vinatieri 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith..
The fourth quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 7–0. Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the TEN 1 (Q4 6:48) — (6:48) 27-L.Ball right tackle to TEN 1 for no gain (99-A.Gordon). FUMBLES (99-A.Gordon), recovered by IND-61-J.Richard at TEN 0. TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the TEN 2 (Q4 6:38) — 4-A.Vinatieri 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 (Q1 54:24) — (9:24) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short right to 29-J.Addai for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 47:36) — (2:36) (Shotgun) 12-J.Sorgi pass short middle to 49-N.Davenport to TEN 17 for 14 yards (52-R.Fowler).
- Tennessee Titans (Q1 54:12) — 4-A.Vinatieri kicks 70 yards from IND 30 to TEN 0. 29-C.Carr pushed ob at 50 for 50 yards (43-M.Giordano).
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 51:55) — (6:55) 12-J.Sorgi pass short left to 85-P.Garcon to IND 33 for 12 yards (56-C.Allred).
- Tennessee Titans (Q3 23:55) — (8:55) 10-V.Young sacked at IND 30 for -9 yards (94-Cu.Johnson).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 54:24) — (9:24) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short right to 29-J.Addai for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Tennessee Titans (Q3 23:22) — (8:22) 2-R.Bironas 48 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-58-K.Amato, Holder-15-C.Hentrich.
- Tennessee Titans (Q1 45:16) — 4-A.Vinatieri kicks onside 16 yards from IND 30 to IND 46. RECOVERED by IND-50-P.Wheeler.
- Tennessee Titans (Q4 3:50) — (3:50) (Shotgun) 8-C.Simms sacked at TEN 49 for -10 yards (sack split by 79-R.Brock and 92-M.Howard).
Quarterback report card
J.Sorgi led all passers in efficiency for Indianapolis Colts, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Sorgi (Indianapolis Colts) · 31 dropbacks · 71.0% completion · +5.6% CPOE · +0.13 EPA/play · +4.07 total EPA
- V.Young (Tennessee Titans) · 20 dropbacks · 45.0% completion · +2.7% CPOE · -0.19 EPA/play · -3.72 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Tennessee Titans | Indianapolis Colts |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.300 | +0.121 |
| Offensive success rate | 38.5% | 48.1% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.342 | +0.297 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.017 | +0.083 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.121 | +0.300 |
| Defensive success rate | 51.9% | 61.5% |
By the numbers
Indianapolis Colts held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.12 vs -0.30), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Indianapolis Colts: 9 drives, +9.30 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Tennessee Titans: 8 drives, -15.61 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Indianapolis Colts leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- J. Sorgi (IND) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q1 54:24 · TEN 55 · Score 0-6
(9:24) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short right to 29-J.Addai for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q1 54:12 · TEN 2 · Score 0-7
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q1 45:20 · TEN 10 · Score 0-10
(:20) 4-A.Vinatieri 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q2 40:19 · TEN 3 · Score 0-13
(10:19) 4-A.Vinatieri 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q2 32:31 · TEN 20 · Score 0-16
(2:31) 4-A.Vinatieri 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q4 6:48 · TEN 1 · Score 0-22
(6:48) 27-L.Ball right tackle to TEN 1 for no gain (99-A.Gordon). FUMBLES (99-A.Gordon), recovered by IND-61-J.Richard at TEN 0. TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q4 6:38 · TEN 2 · Score 0-23
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts?
The Indianapolis Colts beat the Tennessee Titans 23-0 in Week 17, 2008 on 2008-12-28.
What was the final score of Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts?
The final score was Tennessee Titans 0, Indianapolis Colts 23 (TEN 0-23 IND) in Week 17, 2008 on 2008-12-28.
What was the score by quarter in Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts?
Q1: Tennessee Titans 0, Indianapolis Colts 10; Q2: Tennessee Titans 0, Indianapolis Colts 6; Q4: Tennessee Titans 0, Indianapolis Colts 7; Final: Tennessee Titans 0, Indianapolis Colts 23.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts?
Indianapolis Colts touchdown — J. Addai (P. Manning pass) (Q1 54:24) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — L. Ball (Q4 6:48) Indianapolis Colts field goal — A. Vinatieri (Q1 45:20, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — A. Vinatieri (Q2 40:19, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — A. Vinatieri (Q2 32:31, 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?
J. Sorgi (Indianapolis Colts), 71.0% completion, +5.6% CPOE, +0.13 EPA per dropback, +4.07 total passing EPA. V. Young (Tennessee Titans), 45.0% completion, +2.7% CPOE, -0.19 EPA per dropback, -3.72 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts?
P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts) led the game in total EPA with +7.50 on passing plays. across 8 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+5.06 EPA): (9:24) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short right to 29-J.Addai for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +14.4%.
Season records after this game
Tennessee Titans
Entered 13-2 Now 13-3 L
Indianapolis Colts
Entered 11-4 Now 12-4 W
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