Game story
In Week 12 of the 2000 NFL season on 2000-11-20, the Washington Commanders took care of business against the Los Angeles Rams, pulling away with a 33–20 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 19 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
T. Green (Los Angeles Rams) paced the passing game, with -4.34 total EPA.
On the individual side, J. George (Washington Commanders) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +9.24 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+57.2% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Los Angeles Rams changed the game: S.Bentley kicks 58 yards from WAS 30 to STL 12. T.Horne pushed ob at STL 41 for 29 yards (J.Thrash).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Commanders | 3 | 10 | 12 | 8 | 0 | 33 |
| Los Angeles Rams | 10 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 20 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 J. George · Washington Commanders · Passing · +9.24 total EPA · 40 snaps · +0.23 EPA/play
- 2 A. Connell · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +5.56 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.93 EPA/play
- 3 M. Faulk · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +4.22 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.35 EPA/play
- 4 J. Thrash · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.81 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.35 EPA/play
- 5 I. Fryar · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.74 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.46 EPA/play
- 6 R. Proehl · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.71 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.68 EPA/play
- 7 L. Centers · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.13 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.71 EPA/play
- 8 M. Sellers · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +1.27 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.63 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
J. George — WAS · Passing
J. George posted the highest total EPA (+9.24) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Washington Commanders's efficiency. Across 40 counted snaps, they averaged +0.23 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.39 EPA) came from Los Angeles Rams: (5:49) T.Green pass intended for I.Bruce INTERCEPTED by C.Bailey at WAS -9. C.Bailey to WAS 39 for 48 yards (O.Pace).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Los Angeles Rams — unlisted player
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- Los Angeles Rams — unlisted player
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
Field goals
- Los Angeles Rams — unlisted player
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- Los Angeles Rams — unlisted player
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 10–3. Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the WAS 12 (Q1 55:26) — (10:26) J.Hall 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle.; Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the WAS 19 (Q1 54:42) — (9:42) T.Green pass to M.Faulk for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q1 54:35) — J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle.; Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the LA 19 (Q1 45:54) — (:54) E.Murray 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Zelenka, Holder-T.Barnhardt..
The second quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 10–3. Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the WAS 25 (Q2 36:50) — (6:50) J.Hall 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the LA 19 (Q2 32:00) — (2:00) J.George pass to J.Thrash for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the LA 2 (Q2 31:50); Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the LA 29 (Q2 30:06) — (:06) E.Murray 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Zelenka, Holder-T.Barnhardt..
The third quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 12–7. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the LA 3 (Q3 24:24) — (9:24) J.George pass to L.Centers for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the WAS 15 (Q3 20:18) — (5:18) T.Green pass to R.Proehl for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q3 20:13) — J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the LA 34 (Q3 15:33) — (:33) J.George pass to I.Fryar for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
The fourth quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 8–0. Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the LA 23 (Q4 11:48) — (11:48) E.Murray 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Zelenka, Holder-T.Barnhardt.; Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the LA 21 (Q4 10:41) — (10:41) E.Murray 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Zelenka, Holder-T.Barnhardt.; Washington Commanders registered a safety from the WAS 99 (Q4 3:49) — (3:49) T.Green sacked in End Zone for -1 yards, SAFETY (B.Smith)..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 60:00) — S.Bentley kicks 58 yards from WAS 30 to STL 12. T.Horne pushed ob at STL 41 for 29 yards (J.Thrash).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q3 20:18) — (5:18) T.Green pass to R.Proehl for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 5:49) — (5:49) T.Green pass intended for I.Bruce INTERCEPTED by C.Bailey at WAS -9. C.Bailey to WAS 39 for 48 yards (O.Pace).
- Washington Commanders (Q3 15:33) — (:33) J.George pass to I.Fryar for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q1 54:51) — (9:51) J.George pass intended for S.Alexander INTERCEPTED by D.McCleon at WAS 47. D.McCleon ran ob at WAS 24 for 23 yards (J.Jansen).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 5:49) — (5:49) T.Green pass intended for I.Bruce INTERCEPTED by C.Bailey at WAS -9. C.Bailey to WAS 39 for 48 yards (O.Pace).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 11:43) — S.Bentley kicks 73 yards from WAS 30 to STL -3. T.Horne to STL 21 for 24 yards (D.Terrell). FUMBLES (D.Terrell), RECOVERED by WAS-S.Shade at STL 25. S.Shade to STL 24 for 1 yard (R.Williams).
- Washington Commanders (Q1 54:51) — (9:51) J.George pass intended for S.Alexander INTERCEPTED by D.McCleon at WAS 47. D.McCleon ran ob at WAS 24 for 23 yards (J.Jansen).
- Washington Commanders (Q2 32:00) — (2:00) J.George pass to J.Thrash for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
T.Green led all passers in efficiency for Los Angeles Rams, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- T.Green (Los Angeles Rams) · 45 dropbacks · 51.1% completion · -0.10 EPA/play · -4.34 total EPA
- J.George (Washington Commanders) · 40 dropbacks · 60.0% completion · +0.23 EPA/play · +9.24 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Washington Commanders | Los Angeles Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.123 | -0.070 |
| Offensive success rate | 45.5% | 42.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.231 | -0.097 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.122 | +0.087 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.070 | -0.123 |
| Defensive success rate | 58.0% | 54.5% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Washington Commanders generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.12 vs -0.07), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Los Angeles Rams: 12 drives, -5.65 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 13 drives, +12.20 total EPA, 7 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Washington Commanders leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- J. George (Washington Commanders) 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.
- Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q1 55:26 · WAS 12 · Score 0-3
(10:26) J.Hall 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q1 54:42 · WAS 19 · Score 0-9
(9:42) T.Green pass to M.Faulk for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q1 54:35 · WAS 2 · Score 0-10
J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q1 45:54 · LA 19 · Score 3-10
(:54) E.Murray 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Zelenka, Holder-T.Barnhardt. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q2 36:50 · WAS 25 · Score 3-13
(6:50) J.Hall 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 32:00 · LA 19 · Score 9-13
(2:00) J.George pass to J.Thrash for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 31:50 · LA 2 · Score 10-13
E.Murray extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Zelenka, Holder-T.Barnhardt. PENALTY on STL-D.Bly, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q2 30:06 · LA 29 · Score 13-13
(:06) E.Murray 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Zelenka, Holder-T.Barnhardt. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q3 24:24 · LA 3 · Score 19-13
(9:24) J.George pass to L.Centers for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q3 20:18 · WAS 15 · Score 19-19
(5:18) T.Green pass to R.Proehl for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q3 20:13 · WAS 2 · Score 19-20
J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q3 15:33 · LA 34 · Score 25-20
(:33) J.George pass to I.Fryar for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q4 11:48 · LA 23 · Score 28-20
(11:48) E.Murray 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Zelenka, Holder-T.Barnhardt. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q4 10:41 · LA 21 · Score 31-20
(10:41) E.Murray 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Zelenka, Holder-T.Barnhardt. - Washington Commanders Safety (+2) — Q4 3:49 · WAS 99 · Score 33-20
(3:49) T.Green sacked in End Zone for -1 yards, SAFETY (B.Smith).
Frequently asked questions
Who won Washington Commanders vs Los Angeles Rams?
The Washington Commanders beat the Los Angeles Rams 33-20 in Week 12, 2000 on 2000-11-20.
What was the final score of Washington Commanders vs Los Angeles Rams?
The final score was Washington Commanders 33, Los Angeles Rams 20 (WAS 33-20 LA) in Week 12, 2000 on 2000-11-20.
What was the score by quarter in Washington Commanders vs Los Angeles Rams?
Q1: Washington Commanders 3, Los Angeles Rams 10; Q2: Washington Commanders 10, Los Angeles Rams 3; Q3: Washington Commanders 12, Los Angeles Rams 7; Q4: Washington Commanders 8, Los Angeles Rams 0; Final: Washington Commanders 33, Los Angeles Rams 20.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Washington Commanders vs Los Angeles Rams?
Los Angeles Rams touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 54:42) Washington Commanders touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 32:00) Washington Commanders touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 24:24) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 20:18) Washington Commanders touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 15:33) Los Angeles Rams field goal — unlisted player (Q1 55:26, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — unlisted player (Q1 45:54, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — unlisted player (Q2 36:50, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — unlisted player (Q2 30:06, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — unlisted player (Q4 11:48, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — unlisted player (Q4 10:41, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Washington Commanders vs Los Angeles Rams?
T. Green (Los Angeles Rams), 51.1% completion, -0.10 EPA per dropback, -4.34 total passing EPA. J. George (Washington Commanders), 60.0% completion, +0.23 EPA per dropback, +9.24 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Washington Commanders vs Los Angeles Rams?
J. George (Washington Commanders) led the game in total EPA with +9.24 on passing plays. across 40 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.39 EPA): (5:49) T.Green pass intended for I.Bruce INTERCEPTED by C.Bailey at WAS -9. C.Bailey to WAS 39 for 48 yards (O.Pace).. The biggest win-probability swing was +57.2%.
Season records after this game
Washington Commanders
Entered 6-4 Now 7-4 W
Los Angeles Rams
Entered 8-2 Now 8-3 L
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