Game story
In Week 14 of the 2019 NFL season on 2019-12-08, the Green Bay Packers took care of business against the Washington Commanders, pulling away with a 20–15 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
A. Rodgers (Green Bay Packers) paced the passing game, with -2.66 total EPA, and +2.6% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, A. Jones (Green Bay Packers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +6.68 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-9.0% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Green Bay Packers changed the game: (:58) (Shotgun) 12-A.Rodgers sacked at WAS 38 for -11 yards (52-R.Anderson). FUMBLES (52-R.Anderson), RECOVERED by WAS-52-R.Anderson at WAS 40. 52-R.Anderson to WAS 40 for no gain (75-B.Bulaga).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Commanders | 0 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 15 |
| Green Bay Packers | 14 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 20 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 A. Jones · Green Bay Packers · Rushing · +6.68 total EPA · 16 snaps · +0.42 EPA/play
- 2 T. McLaurin · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +3.18 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.45 EPA/play
- 3 A. Jones · Green Bay Packers · Receiving · +2.98 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.43 EPA/play
- 4 R. Tonyan · Green Bay Packers · Receiving · +2.34 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.34 EPA/play
- 5 S. Sims · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.29 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.33 EPA/play
- 6 D. Guice · Washington Commanders · Rushing · +1.43 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.29 EPA/play
- 7 G. Allison · Green Bay Packers · Receiving · +1.20 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.20 EPA/play
- 8 D. Haskins · Washington Commanders · Passing · +1.10 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.03 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
A. Jones — GB · Rushing
A. Jones posted the highest total EPA (+6.68) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Green Bay Packers's efficiency. Across 16 counted snaps, they averaged +0.42 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.70 EPA) came from Green Bay Packers: (:58) (Shotgun) 12-A.Rodgers sacked at WAS 38 for -11 yards (52-R.Anderson). FUMBLES (52-R.Anderson), RECOVERED by WAS-52-R.Anderson at WAS 40. 52-R.Anderson to WAS 40 for no gain (75-B.Bulaga).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Green Bay Packers — A. Jones
- Green Bay Packers — R. Tonyan (A. Rodgers pass)
- Washington Commanders — A. Peterson
- Washington Commanders — T. McLaurin (D. Haskins pass)
Field goals
- Green Bay Packers — M. Crosby
- Washington Commanders — D. Hopkins
- Green Bay Packers — M. Crosby
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Green Bay Packers won the period 14–0. Green Bay Packers found the end zone from the WAS 4 (Q1 54:10) — (9:10) (Shotgun) 33-A.Jones up the middle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Green Bay Packers added 1 points from the WAS 15 (Q1 54:06) — 2-M.Crosby extra point is GOOD, Center-43-H.Bradley, Holder-6-J.Scott.; Green Bay Packers found the end zone from the WAS 12 (Q1 45:39) — (:39) (Shotgun) 12-A.Rodgers pass short middle to 85-R.Tonyan for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Green Bay Packers added 1 points from the WAS 15 (Q1 45:34) — 2-M.Crosby extra point is GOOD, Center-43-H.Bradley, Holder-6-J.Scott..
The second quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 6–0. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the GB 2 (Q2 33:48) — (3:48) 26-A.Peterson right end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Green Bay Packers connected on a field goal from the WAS 15 (Q3 25:11) — (10:11) 2-M.Crosby 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-43-H.Bradley, Holder-6-J.Scott.; Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the GB 34 (Q3 15:16) — (:16) 3-D.Hopkins 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way..
The fourth quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 6–3. Green Bay Packers connected on a field goal from the WAS 15 (Q4 2:38) — (2:38) 2-M.Crosby 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-43-H.Bradley, Holder-6-J.Scott.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the GB 13 (Q4 1:22) — (1:22) (Shotgun) 7-D.Haskins pass short middle to 17-T.McLaurin for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Green Bay Packers (Q2 30:58) — (:58) (Shotgun) 12-A.Rodgers sacked at WAS 38 for -11 yards (52-R.Anderson). FUMBLES (52-R.Anderson), RECOVERED by WAS-52-R.Anderson at WAS 40. 52-R.Anderson to WAS 40 for no gain (75-B.Bulaga).
- Green Bay Packers (Q4 8:28) — (8:28) (Shotgun) 12-A.Rodgers pass deep right to 33-A.Jones to GB 32 for 25 yards (35-M.Nicholson).
- Washington Commanders (Q2 34:37) — (4:37) (Shotgun) 7-D.Haskins pass deep middle to 13-K.Harmon to GB 2 for 30 yards (31-A.Amos; 26-D.Savage).
- Washington Commanders (Q1 58:38) — (13:38) (Shotgun) 7-D.Haskins sacked at WAS 15 for -11 yards (sack split by 97-K.Clark and 51-K.Fackrell).
- Washington Commanders (Q2 30:08) — (:08) (Shotgun) 7-D.Haskins pass deep left intended for 13-K.Harmon INTERCEPTED by 31-A.Amos [55-Z.Smith] at GB 24. 31-A.Amos pushed ob at GB 27 for 3 yards (87-J.Sprinkle).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Green Bay Packers (Q2 30:58) — (:58) (Shotgun) 12-A.Rodgers sacked at WAS 38 for -11 yards (52-R.Anderson). FUMBLES (52-R.Anderson), RECOVERED by WAS-52-R.Anderson at WAS 40. 52-R.Anderson to WAS 40 for no gain (75-B.Bulaga).
- Washington Commanders (Q2 34:37) — (4:37) (Shotgun) 7-D.Haskins pass deep middle to 13-K.Harmon to GB 2 for 30 yards (31-A.Amos; 26-D.Savage).
- Green Bay Packers (Q4 8:28) — (8:28) (Shotgun) 12-A.Rodgers pass deep right to 33-A.Jones to GB 32 for 25 yards (35-M.Nicholson).
- Washington Commanders (Q4 1:22) — (1:22) (Shotgun) 7-D.Haskins pass short middle to 17-T.McLaurin for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
A.Rodgers led all passers in efficiency for Green Bay Packers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- A.Rodgers (Green Bay Packers) · 34 dropbacks · 52.9% completion · +2.6% CPOE · -0.08 EPA/play · -2.66 total EPA
- D.Haskins (Washington Commanders) · 32 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · -4.7% CPOE · +0.03 EPA/play · +1.10 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Washington Commanders | Green Bay Packers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.066 | +0.018 |
| Offensive success rate | 35.4% | 38.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.034 | -0.078 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.108 | +0.283 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.018 | +0.066 |
| Defensive success rate | 61.3% | 64.6% |
By the numbers
Green Bay Packers held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.02 vs -0.07), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Green Bay Packers: 11 drives, +1.36 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 10 drives, -5.24 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Green Bay Packers 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.
- A. Jones (Green Bay Packers) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- D. Haskins (WAS) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Green Bay Packers TD (+6) — Q1 54:10 · WAS 4 · Score 0-6
(9:10) (Shotgun) 33-A.Jones up the middle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Green Bay Packers XP (+1) — Q1 54:06 · WAS 15 · Score 0-7
2-M.Crosby extra point is GOOD, Center-43-H.Bradley, Holder-6-J.Scott. - Green Bay Packers TD (+6) — Q1 45:39 · WAS 12 · Score 0-13
(:39) (Shotgun) 12-A.Rodgers pass short middle to 85-R.Tonyan for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Green Bay Packers XP (+1) — Q1 45:34 · WAS 15 · Score 0-14
2-M.Crosby extra point is GOOD, Center-43-H.Bradley, Holder-6-J.Scott. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 33:48 · GB 2 · Score 6-14
(3:48) 26-A.Peterson right end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Green Bay Packers FG (+3) — Q3 25:11 · WAS 15 · Score 6-17
(10:11) 2-M.Crosby 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-43-H.Bradley, Holder-6-J.Scott. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q3 15:16 · GB 34 · Score 9-17
(:16) 3-D.Hopkins 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way. - Green Bay Packers FG (+3) — Q4 2:38 · WAS 15 · Score 9-20
(2:38) 2-M.Crosby 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-43-H.Bradley, Holder-6-J.Scott. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 1:22 · GB 13 · Score 15-20
(1:22) (Shotgun) 7-D.Haskins pass short middle to 17-T.McLaurin for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Washington Commanders vs Green Bay Packers?
The Green Bay Packers beat the Washington Commanders 20-15 in Week 14, 2019 on 2019-12-08.
What was the final score of Washington Commanders vs Green Bay Packers?
The final score was Washington Commanders 15, Green Bay Packers 20 (WAS 15-20 GB) in Week 14, 2019 on 2019-12-08.
What was the score by quarter in Washington Commanders vs Green Bay Packers?
Q1: Washington Commanders 0, Green Bay Packers 14; Q2: Washington Commanders 6, Green Bay Packers 0; Q3: Washington Commanders 3, Green Bay Packers 3; Q4: Washington Commanders 6, Green Bay Packers 3; Final: Washington Commanders 15, Green Bay Packers 20.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Washington Commanders vs Green Bay Packers?
Green Bay Packers touchdown — A. Jones (Q1 54:10) Green Bay Packers touchdown — R. Tonyan (A. Rodgers pass) (Q1 45:39) Washington Commanders touchdown — A. Peterson (Q2 33:48) Washington Commanders touchdown — T. McLaurin (D. Haskins pass) (Q4 1:22) Green Bay Packers field goal — M. Crosby (Q3 25:11, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — D. Hopkins (Q3 15:16, 3 pts) Green Bay Packers field goal — M. Crosby (Q4 2:38, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Washington Commanders vs Green Bay Packers?
A. Rodgers (Green Bay Packers), 52.9% completion, +2.6% CPOE, -0.08 EPA per dropback, -2.66 total passing EPA. D. Haskins (Washington Commanders), 50.0% completion, -4.7% CPOE, +0.03 EPA per dropback, +1.10 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Washington Commanders vs Green Bay Packers?
A. Jones (Green Bay Packers) led the game in total EPA with +6.68 on rushing plays. across 16 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.70 EPA): (:58) (Shotgun) 12-A.Rodgers sacked at WAS 38 for -11 yards (52-R.Anderson). FUMBLES (52-R.Anderson), RECOVERED by WAS-52-R.Anderson at WAS 40. 52-R.Anderson to WAS 40 for no gain . The biggest win-probability swing was -9.0%.
Was Washington Commanders vs Green Bay Packers a close game?
Yes — the margin was 5 points. Green Bay Packers won 20-15 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Washington Commanders
Entered 3-9 Now 3-10 L
Green Bay Packers
Entered 9-3 Now 10-3 W
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