Game story
In Week 9 of the 2003 NFL season on 2003-11-02, the Dallas Cowboys took care of business against the Washington Commanders, 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 15 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
Q. Carter (Dallas Cowboys) paced the passing game, with -1.54 total EPA.
On the individual side, T. Glenn (Dallas Cowboys) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +7.44 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-15.0% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Dallas Cowboys changed the game: (3:34) 42-T.Hambrick up the middle to WAS 28 for 3 yards (54-J.Trotter). FUMBLES (54-J.Trotter), RECOVERED by WAS-54-J.Trotter at WAS 28. 54-J.Trotter to WAS 28 for no gain (42-T.Hambrick).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Commanders | 6 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 14 |
| Dallas Cowboys | 0 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 21 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 T. Glenn · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +7.44 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.24 EPA/play
- 2 P. Johnson · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +6.74 total EPA · 3 snaps · +2.25 EPA/play
- 3 A. Bryant · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +4.43 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.89 EPA/play
- 4 T. Jacobs · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +3.11 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.11 EPA/play
- 5 T. Glenn · Dallas Cowboys · Rushing · +2.63 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.63 EPA/play
- 6 L. Coles · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.44 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.61 EPA/play
- 7 R. Cartwright · Washington Commanders · Rushing · +1.88 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.23 EPA/play
- 8 J. Galloway · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +1.76 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.76 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
T. Glenn — DAL · Receiving
T. Glenn posted the highest total EPA (+7.44) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Dallas Cowboys's efficiency. Across 6 counted snaps, they averaged +1.24 EPA per play.
The signature play (-5.11 EPA) came from Dallas Cowboys: (9:27) 17-Q.Carter pass intended for 83-T.Glenn INTERCEPTED by 26-I.Ohalete at DAL 36. 26-I.Ohalete to DAL 6 for 30 yards (17-Q.Carter). Return down left sideline.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Washington Commanders — L. Coles (P. Ramsey pass)
- Dallas Cowboys — T. Hambrick
- Dallas Cowboys — T. Hambrick
- Dallas Cowboys — T. Glenn (Q. Carter pass)
- Washington Commanders — T. Jacobs (P. Ramsey pass)
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 6–0. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the DAL 7 (Q1 53:43) — (8:43) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 80-L.Coles for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
The second quarter: Dallas Cowboys won the period 7–0. Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the WAS 2 (Q2 37:14) — (7:14) 42-T.Hambrick left tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q2 37:06) — 3-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-85-J.Robinson, Holder-4-T.Gowin..
The third quarter: Dallas Cowboys won the period 7–0. Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the WAS 1 (Q3 21:49); Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q3 21:45) — 3-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-85-J.Robinson, Holder-4-T.Gowin..
The fourth quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 8–7. Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the WAS 19 (Q4 11:29); Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q4 11:21) — 3-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-85-J.Robinson, Holder-4-T.Gowin.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the DAL 19 (Q4 2:33) — (2:33) (Shotgun) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 86-T.Jacobs for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders registered a safety from the DAL 2 (Q4 2:30) — TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 11-P.Ramsey pass to 85-D.McCants is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q2 33:34) — (3:34) 42-T.Hambrick up the middle to WAS 28 for 3 yards (54-J.Trotter). FUMBLES (54-J.Trotter), RECOVERED by WAS-54-J.Trotter at WAS 28. 54-J.Trotter to WAS 28 for no gain (42-T.Hambrick).
- Dallas Cowboys (Q1 54:27) — (9:27) 17-Q.Carter pass intended for 83-T.Glenn INTERCEPTED by 26-I.Ohalete at DAL 36. 26-I.Ohalete to DAL 6 for 30 yards (17-Q.Carter). Return down left sideline.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q2 38:02) — (8:02) PENALTY on WAS-58-A.Pierce, Unsportsmanlike Conduct, 2 yards, enforced at WAS 4 - No Play. Dallas lined up for a field goal attempt; whistle blew before the kick.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q1 57:29) — (12:29) 42-T.Hambrick left end to DAL 48 for 12 yards (41-M.Bowen). FUMBLES (41-M.Bowen), RECOVERED by WAS-56-L.Arrington at WAS 48. 56-L.Arrington to WAS 41 for -7 yards (84-J.Galloway). Play Challen
- Washington Commanders (Q1 53:43) — (8:43) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 80-L.Coles for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q1 54:27) — (9:27) 17-Q.Carter pass intended for 83-T.Glenn INTERCEPTED by 26-I.Ohalete at DAL 36. 26-I.Ohalete to DAL 6 for 30 yards (17-Q.Carter). Return down left sideline.
- Washington Commanders (Q4 2:43) — (2:43) (Shotgun) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 84-P.Johnson pushed ob at DAL 19 for 31 yards (21-D.Ross; 28-D.Woodson). Pass complete left sideline.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q2 33:34) — (3:34) 42-T.Hambrick up the middle to WAS 28 for 3 yards (54-J.Trotter). FUMBLES (54-J.Trotter), RECOVERED by WAS-54-J.Trotter at WAS 28. 54-J.Trotter to WAS 28 for no gain (42-T.Hambrick).
- Washington Commanders (Q1 50:28) — (5:28) 11-P.Ramsey sacked at WAS 45 for -14 yards (28-D.Woodson). Penalty on WAS-60-C.Samuels, Offensive Holding, declined.
Quarterback report card
Q.Carter led all passers in efficiency for Dallas Cowboys, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- Q.Carter (Dallas Cowboys) · 35 dropbacks · 48.6% completion · -0.04 EPA/play · -1.54 total EPA
- P.Ramsey (Washington Commanders) · 35 dropbacks · 45.7% completion · -0.23 EPA/play · -7.92 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Washington Commanders | Dallas Cowboys |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.086 | -0.011 |
| Offensive success rate | 38.4% | 40.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.192 | +0.010 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.135 | -0.091 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.011 | +0.086 |
| Defensive success rate | 59.3% | 61.6% |
By the numbers
Dallas Cowboys held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.01 vs -0.09), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Dallas Cowboys: 12 drives, -1.00 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 12 drives, -6.25 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Dallas Cowboys 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.
- T. Glenn (Dallas Cowboys) 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.
- Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q1 53:43 · DAL 7 · Score 6-0
(8:43) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 80-L.Coles for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q2 37:14 · WAS 2 · Score 6-6
(7:14) 42-T.Hambrick left tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q2 37:06 · WAS 2 · Score 6-7
3-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-85-J.Robinson, Holder-4-T.Gowin. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q3 21:49 · WAS 1 · Score 6-13
(6:49) 42-T.Hambrick left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. This is the second two-touchdown game of Hambrick's career. He also scored two touchdowns on Nov. 22, 20 - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q3 21:45 · WAS 2 · Score 6-14
3-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-85-J.Robinson, Holder-4-T.Gowin. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q4 11:29 · WAS 19 · Score 6-20
(11:29) 17-Q.Carter pass to 83-T.Glenn for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Carter avoids heavy pressure off a naked bootleg right; Glenn caught the ball at the Washington - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q4 11:21 · WAS 2 · Score 6-21
3-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-85-J.Robinson, Holder-4-T.Gowin. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 2:33 · DAL 19 · Score 12-21
(2:33) (Shotgun) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 86-T.Jacobs for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders Safety (+2) — Q4 2:30 · DAL 2 · Score 14-21
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 11-P.Ramsey pass to 85-D.McCants is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys?
The Dallas Cowboys beat the Washington Commanders 21-14 in Week 9, 2003 on 2003-11-02.
What was the final score of Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys?
The final score was Washington Commanders 14, Dallas Cowboys 21 (WAS 14-21 DAL) in Week 9, 2003 on 2003-11-02.
What was the score by quarter in Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys?
Q1: Washington Commanders 6, Dallas Cowboys 0; Q2: Washington Commanders 0, Dallas Cowboys 7; Q3: Washington Commanders 0, Dallas Cowboys 7; Q4: Washington Commanders 8, Dallas Cowboys 7; Final: Washington Commanders 14, Dallas Cowboys 21.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys?
Washington Commanders touchdown — L. Coles (P. Ramsey pass) (Q1 53:43) Dallas Cowboys touchdown — T. Hambrick (Q2 37:14) Dallas Cowboys touchdown — T. Hambrick (Q3 21:49) Dallas Cowboys touchdown — T. Glenn (Q. Carter pass) (Q4 11:29) Washington Commanders touchdown — T. Jacobs (P. Ramsey pass) (Q4 2:33) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys?
Q. Carter (Dallas Cowboys), 48.6% completion, -0.04 EPA per dropback, -1.54 total passing EPA. P. Ramsey (Washington Commanders), 45.7% completion, -0.23 EPA per dropback, -7.92 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys?
T. Glenn (Dallas Cowboys) led the game in total EPA with +7.44 on receiving plays. across 6 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-5.11 EPA): (9:27) 17-Q.Carter pass intended for 83-T.Glenn INTERCEPTED by 26-I.Ohalete at DAL 36. 26-I.Ohalete to DAL 6 for 30 yards (17-Q.Carter). Return down left sideline.. The biggest win-probability swing was -15.0%.
Was Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys a close game?
Yes — the margin was 7 points. Dallas Cowboys won 21-14 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Washington Commanders
Entered 3-4 Now 3-5 L
Dallas Cowboys
Entered 5-2 Now 6-2 W
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