Game story
In Week 2 of the 2000 NFL season on 2000-09-10, the Detroit Lions took care of business against the Washington Commanders, pulling away with a 15–10 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
B. Johnson (Washington Commanders) paced the passing game, with -7.58 total EPA.
On the individual side, S. Irvin (Detroit Lions) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +2.93 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+54.2% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Detroit Lions changed the game: B.Conway kicks 68 yards from WAS 30 to DET 2. D.Howard to DET 19 for 17 yards (M.Sellers).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Commanders | 0 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Detroit Lions | 3 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 15 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 S. Irvin · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +2.93 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.46 EPA/play
- 2 S. Alexander · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.77 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.69 EPA/play
- 3 B. Johnson · Washington Commanders · Rushing · +2.75 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.55 EPA/play
- 4 S. Davis · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +1.22 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.30 EPA/play
- 5 M. Westbrook · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +1.19 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.20 EPA/play
- 6 A. Murrell · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +0.33 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.07 EPA/play
- 7 C. Batch · Detroit Lions · Rushing · -0.14 total EPA · 2 snaps · -0.07 EPA/play
- 8 S. Irvin · Detroit Lions · Rushing · -0.62 total EPA · 1 snaps · -0.62 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
S. Irvin — DET · Receiving
S. Irvin posted the highest total EPA (+2.93) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Detroit Lions's efficiency. Across 2 counted snaps, they averaged +1.46 EPA per play.
The signature play (-10.10 EPA) came from Washington Commanders: (15:00) B.Johnson pass intended for L.Centers INTERCEPTED by K.Pritchett at DET 21. K.Pritchett to WAS 1 for 78 yards (T.Johnson).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
Field goals
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Detroit Lions won the period 3–0. Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the WAS 44 (Q1 54:37) — Timeout #1 by DET at 09:37..
The second quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 7–3. Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the WAS 2 (Q2 44:44) — (14:44) J.Hanson 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the DET 5 (Q2 43:03) — (13:03) B.Johnson pass to S.Alexander for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the DET 2 (Q2 34:30) — B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Zelenka, Holder-T.Barnhardt..
The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the WAS 36 (Q3 25:07) — (10:07) J.Hanson 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett.; Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the DET 9 (Q3 17:32) — (2:32) B.Conway 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Zelenka, Holder-T.Barnhardt..
The fourth quarter: Detroit Lions won the period 6–0. Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the WAS 18 (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) J.Hanson 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett.; Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the WAS 17 (Q4 11:13) — (11:13) J.Hanson 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Detroit Lions (Q1 60:00) — B.Conway kicks 68 yards from WAS 30 to DET 2. D.Howard to DET 19 for 17 yards (M.Sellers).
- Washington Commanders (Q4 0:56) — (:56) (Shotgun) B.Johnson pass intended for A.Connell INTERCEPTED by T.Fair at DET 20. T.Fair to DET 20 for no gain (A.Connell).
- Washington Commanders (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) B.Johnson pass intended for L.Centers INTERCEPTED by K.Pritchett at DET 21. K.Pritchett to WAS 1 for 78 yards (T.Johnson).
- Washington Commanders (Q4 11:24) — (11:24) B.Johnson pass intended for S.Alexander INTERCEPTED by K.Schulz at DET 12. K.Schulz to DET 18 for 6 yards (S.Alexander).
- Detroit Lions (Q2 30:57) — (:57) C.Batch pass intended for H.Moore INTERCEPTED by C.Bailey at WAS 6. C.Bailey to WAS 6 for no gain (H.Moore). The pass went through the hands of Detroits Herman Moore.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Washington Commanders (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) B.Johnson pass intended for L.Centers INTERCEPTED by K.Pritchett at DET 21. K.Pritchett to WAS 1 for 78 yards (T.Johnson).
- Detroit Lions (Q1 54:37) — (9:37) C.Batch sacked at WAS 31 for -5 yards (M.Coleman).
- Washington Commanders (Q4 0:56) — (:56) (Shotgun) B.Johnson pass intended for A.Connell INTERCEPTED by T.Fair at DET 20. T.Fair to DET 20 for no gain (A.Connell).
- Washington Commanders (Q4 3:21) — (3:21) B.Johnson pass intended for I.Fryar INTERCEPTED by B.Westbrook at DET 47. B.Westbrook to DET 47 for no gain (I.Fryar).
Quarterback report card
B.Johnson led all passers in efficiency for Washington Commanders, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- B.Johnson (Washington Commanders) · 37 dropbacks · 62.2% completion · -0.20 EPA/play · -7.58 total EPA
- C.Batch (Detroit Lions) · 34 dropbacks · 47.1% completion · -0.25 EPA/play · -8.40 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Washington Commanders | Detroit Lions |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.082 | -0.074 |
| Offensive success rate | 50.6% | 37.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.126 | -0.247 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.194 | -0.236 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.074 | +0.082 |
| Defensive success rate | 63.0% | 49.4% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Washington Commanders -0.08, Detroit Lions -0.07) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- Detroit Lions: 10 drives, -5.97 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 10 drives, -6.48 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Detroit Lions 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.
- S. Irvin (Detroit Lions) 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.
- Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q1 54:37 · WAS 44 · Score 0-3
Timeout #1 by DET at 09:37. - Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q2 44:44 · WAS 2 · Score 0-6
(14:44) J.Hanson 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 43:03 · DET 5 · Score 6-6
(13:03) B.Johnson pass to S.Alexander for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 34:30 · DET 2 · Score 7-6
B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Zelenka, Holder-T.Barnhardt. - Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q3 25:07 · WAS 36 · Score 7-9
(10:07) J.Hanson 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q3 17:32 · DET 9 · Score 10-9
(2:32) B.Conway 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Zelenka, Holder-T.Barnhardt. - Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q4 15:00 · WAS 18 · Score 10-12
(15:00) J.Hanson 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett. - Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q4 11:13 · WAS 17 · Score 10-15
(11:13) J.Hanson 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions?
The Detroit Lions beat the Washington Commanders 15-10 in Week 2, 2000 on 2000-09-10.
What was the final score of Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions?
The final score was Washington Commanders 10, Detroit Lions 15 (WAS 10-15 DET) in Week 2, 2000 on 2000-09-10.
What was the score by quarter in Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions?
Q1: Washington Commanders 0, Detroit Lions 3; Q2: Washington Commanders 7, Detroit Lions 3; Q3: Washington Commanders 3, Detroit Lions 3; Q4: Washington Commanders 0, Detroit Lions 6; Final: Washington Commanders 10, Detroit Lions 15.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions?
Washington Commanders touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 43:03) Detroit Lions field goal — unlisted player (Q1 54:37, 3 pts) Detroit Lions field goal — unlisted player (Q2 44:44, 3 pts) Detroit Lions field goal — unlisted player (Q3 25:07, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — unlisted player (Q3 17:32, 3 pts) Detroit Lions field goal — unlisted player (Q4 15:00, 3 pts) Detroit Lions field goal — unlisted player (Q4 11:13, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions?
B. Johnson (Washington Commanders), 62.2% completion, -0.20 EPA per dropback, -7.58 total passing EPA. C. Batch (Detroit Lions), 47.1% completion, -0.25 EPA per dropback, -8.40 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions?
S. Irvin (Detroit Lions) led the game in total EPA with +2.93 on receiving plays. across 2 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-10.10 EPA): (15:00) B.Johnson pass intended for L.Centers INTERCEPTED by K.Pritchett at DET 21. K.Pritchett to WAS 1 for 78 yards (T.Johnson).. The biggest win-probability swing was +54.2%.
Was Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions a close game?
Yes — the margin was 5 points. Detroit Lions won 15-10 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Washington Commanders
Entered 1-0 Now 1-1 L
Detroit Lions
Entered 1-0 Now 2-0 W
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