Game story
In Week 11 of the 2003 NFL season on 2003-11-16, the Carolina Panthers took care of business against the Washington Commanders, pulling away with a 20–17 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 24 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
P. Ramsey (Washington Commanders) paced the passing game, with -4.44 total EPA.
On the individual side, M. Muhammad (Carolina Panthers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +8.00 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+20.3% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Carolina Panthers changed the game: (2:50) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 48-S.Davis pushed ob at WAS 37 for 25 yards (26-I.Ohalete).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Commanders | 3 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Carolina Panthers | 3 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 20 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 M. Muhammad · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +8.00 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.89 EPA/play
- 2 D. McCants · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +5.75 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.92 EPA/play
- 3 P. Johnson · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +3.96 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.98 EPA/play
- 4 S. Davis · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +3.70 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.85 EPA/play
- 5 S. Smith · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +2.46 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.61 EPA/play
- 6 R. Proehl · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +2.44 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.44 EPA/play
- 7 R. Cartwright · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.15 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.07 EPA/play
- 8 L. Coles · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.07 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.52 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
M. Muhammad — CAR · Receiving
M. Muhammad posted the highest total EPA (+8.00) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Carolina Panthers's efficiency. Across 9 counted snaps, they averaged +0.89 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.89 EPA) came from Carolina Panthers: (8:20) 17-J.Delhomme pass intended for 87-M.Muhammad INTERCEPTED by 21-F.Smoot at WAS 46. 21-F.Smoot to CAR 19 for 35 yards (48-S.Davis).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Carolina Panthers — J. Delhomme
- Washington Commanders — D. McCants (P. Ramsey pass)
- Washington Commanders — P. Johnson (P. Ramsey pass)
- Carolina Panthers — S. Davis
Field goals
- Carolina Panthers — J. Kasay
- Washington Commanders — J. Hall
- Carolina Panthers — J. Kasay
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Carolina Panthers connected on a field goal from the WAS 7 (Q2 42:55) — (12:55) 4-J.Kasay 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.; Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the CAR 5 (Q2 33:13) — (3:13) 10-J.Hall 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker..
The third quarter: Carolina Panthers won the period 7–0. Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the WAS 1 (Q3 25:43) — (10:43) 17-J.Delhomme left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q3 25:36) — 4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun..
The fourth quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 14–10. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the CAR 4 (Q4 12:02) — (12:02) (Shotgun) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 85-D.McCants for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the CAR 2 (Q4 11:57) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker.; Carolina Panthers connected on a field goal from the WAS 8 (Q4 5:28) — (5:28) 4-J.Kasay 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the CAR 10 (Q4 4:24) — (4:24) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 84-P.Johnson for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the CAR 2 (Q4 4:19) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker.; Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the WAS 3 (Q4 1:14) — (1:14) 48-S.Davis left tackle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by Review Assistant and Upheld.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q4 1:09) — 4-J.Kasay 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.
- Carolina Panthers (Q4 2:50) — (2:50) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 48-S.Davis pushed ob at WAS 37 for 25 yards (26-I.Ohalete).
- Carolina Panthers (Q1 53:20) — (8:20) 17-J.Delhomme pass intended for 87-M.Muhammad INTERCEPTED by 21-F.Smoot at WAS 46. 21-F.Smoot to CAR 19 for 35 yards (48-S.Davis).
- Washington Commanders (Q1 56:53) — (11:53) 40-R.Cartwright left guard to CAR 1 for 1 yard (99-B.Buckner). FUMBLES (99-B.Buckner), RECOVERED by CAR-98-S.Burton at CAR 0. Touchback.
- Carolina Panthers (Q4 2:41) — (2:41) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 89-S.Smith to WAS 7 for 30 yards (24-C.Bailey, 41-M.Bowen).
- Carolina Panthers (Q2 36:51) — (6:51) 17-J.Delhomme pass intended for 89-S.Smith INTERCEPTED by 41-M.Bowen at WAS 17. 41-M.Bowen pushed ob at CAR 39 for 44 yards (89-S.Smith).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Carolina Panthers (Q1 53:20) — (8:20) 17-J.Delhomme pass intended for 87-M.Muhammad INTERCEPTED by 21-F.Smoot at WAS 46. 21-F.Smoot to CAR 19 for 35 yards (48-S.Davis).
- Washington Commanders (Q1 56:53) — (11:53) 40-R.Cartwright left guard to CAR 1 for 1 yard (99-B.Buckner). FUMBLES (99-B.Buckner), RECOVERED by CAR-98-S.Burton at CAR 0. Touchback.
- Washington Commanders (Q3 20:37) — (5:37) 11-P.Ramsey pass INTERCEPTED by 98-S.Burton (93-M.Rucker) at WAS 48. 98-S.Burton to WAS 38 for 10 yards (60-C.Samuels).
- Carolina Panthers (Q2 36:51) — (6:51) 17-J.Delhomme pass intended for 89-S.Smith INTERCEPTED by 41-M.Bowen at WAS 17. 41-M.Bowen pushed ob at CAR 39 for 44 yards (89-S.Smith).
Quarterback report card
P.Ramsey led all passers in efficiency for Washington Commanders, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- P.Ramsey (Washington Commanders) · 40 dropbacks · 40.0% completion · -0.11 EPA/play · -4.44 total EPA
- J.Delhomme (Carolina Panthers) · 31 dropbacks · 64.5% completion · -0.14 EPA/play · -4.31 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Washington Commanders | Carolina Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.214 | -0.193 |
| Offensive success rate | 40.5% | 36.6% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.123 | -0.056 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.513 | -0.306 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.193 | +0.214 |
| Defensive success rate | 63.4% | 59.5% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Washington Commanders -0.21, Carolina Panthers -0.19) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- Carolina Panthers: 15 drives, -15.86 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 14 drives, -16.94 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.
- M. Muhammad (Carolina Panthers) 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 FG (+3) — Q2 42:55 · WAS 7 · Score 0-3
(12:55) 4-J.Kasay 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q2 33:13 · CAR 5 · Score 3-3
(3:13) 10-J.Hall 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q3 25:43 · WAS 1 · Score 3-9
(10:43) 17-J.Delhomme left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q3 25:36 · WAS 2 · Score 3-10
4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 12:02 · CAR 4 · Score 9-10
(12:02) (Shotgun) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 85-D.McCants for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q4 11:57 · CAR 2 · Score 10-10
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker. - Carolina Panthers FG (+3) — Q4 5:28 · WAS 8 · Score 10-13
(5:28) 4-J.Kasay 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 4:24 · CAR 10 · Score 16-13
(4:24) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 84-P.Johnson for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q4 4:19 · CAR 2 · Score 17-13
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q4 1:14 · WAS 3 · Score 17-19
(1:14) 48-S.Davis left tackle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by Review Assistant and Upheld. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q4 1:09 · WAS 2 · Score 17-20
4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Washington Commanders vs Carolina Panthers?
The Carolina Panthers beat the Washington Commanders 20-17 in Week 11, 2003 on 2003-11-16.
What was the final score of Washington Commanders vs Carolina Panthers?
The final score was Washington Commanders 17, Carolina Panthers 20 (WAS 17-20 CAR) in Week 11, 2003 on 2003-11-16.
What was the score by quarter in Washington Commanders vs Carolina Panthers?
Q2: Washington Commanders 3, Carolina Panthers 3; Q3: Washington Commanders 0, Carolina Panthers 7; Q4: Washington Commanders 14, Carolina Panthers 10; Final: Washington Commanders 17, Carolina Panthers 20.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Washington Commanders vs Carolina Panthers?
Carolina Panthers touchdown — J. Delhomme (Q3 25:43) Washington Commanders touchdown — D. McCants (P. Ramsey pass) (Q4 12:02) Washington Commanders touchdown — P. Johnson (P. Ramsey pass) (Q4 4:24) Carolina Panthers touchdown — S. Davis (Q4 1:14) Carolina Panthers field goal — J. Kasay (Q2 42:55, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — J. Hall (Q2 33:13, 3 pts) Carolina Panthers field goal — J. Kasay (Q4 5:28, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Washington Commanders vs Carolina Panthers?
P. Ramsey (Washington Commanders), 40.0% completion, -0.11 EPA per dropback, -4.44 total passing EPA. J. Delhomme (Carolina Panthers), 64.5% completion, -0.14 EPA per dropback, -4.31 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Washington Commanders vs Carolina Panthers?
M. Muhammad (Carolina Panthers) led the game in total EPA with +8.00 on receiving plays. across 9 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.89 EPA): (8:20) 17-J.Delhomme pass intended for 87-M.Muhammad INTERCEPTED by 21-F.Smoot at WAS 46. 21-F.Smoot to CAR 19 for 35 yards (48-S.Davis).. The biggest win-probability swing was +20.3%.
Was Washington Commanders vs Carolina Panthers a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Carolina Panthers won 20-17 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Washington Commanders
Entered 4-5 Now 4-6 L
Carolina Panthers
Entered 7-2 Now 8-2 W
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