Game story
In Week 13 of the 2005 NFL season on 2005-12-04, the Washington Commanders took care of business against the Los Angeles Rams, pulling away with a 24–9 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 16 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
R. Fitzpatrick (Los Angeles Rams) paced the passing game, with -4.49 total EPA.
On the individual side, C. Cooley (Washington Commanders) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +8.02 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+16.3% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Washington Commanders changed the game: (4:56) 31-R.Cartwright right tackle to LA 6 for 52 yards (32-R.Bartell).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Commanders | 7 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Los Angeles Rams | 0 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 C. Cooley · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +8.02 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.60 EPA/play
- 2 T. Holt · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +7.68 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.28 EPA/play
- 3 C. Portis · Washington Commanders · Rushing · +6.33 total EPA · 27 snaps · +0.23 EPA/play
- 4 S. Moss · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +6.04 total EPA · 3 snaps · +2.01 EPA/play
- 5 R. Cartwright · Washington Commanders · Rushing · +5.78 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.58 EPA/play
- 6 M. Brunell · Washington Commanders · Passing · +3.91 total EPA · 23 snaps · +0.17 EPA/play
- 7 I. Bruce · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.70 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.68 EPA/play
- 8 S. McDonald · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.26 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.13 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
C. Cooley — WAS · Receiving
C. Cooley posted the highest total EPA (+8.02) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Washington Commanders's efficiency. Across 5 counted snaps, they averaged +1.60 EPA per play.
The signature play (+5.19 EPA) came from Washington Commanders: (10:38) 26-C.Portis right end for 47 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Washington Commanders — C. Portis
- Los Angeles Rams — R. Fitzpatrick
- Washington Commanders — C. Portis
- Washington Commanders — C. Cooley (M. Brunell pass)
Field goals
- Washington Commanders — J. Hall
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 7–0. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the LA 47 (Q1 55:38) — (10:38) 26-C.Portis right end for 47 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the LA 2 (Q1 55:29) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost..
The second quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 7–3. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the WAS 7 (Q2 37:16) — (7:16) 12-R.Fitzpatrick up the middle for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q2 37:05) — 14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker.; Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the LA 20 (Q2 33:16) — (3:16) 10-J.Hall 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost..
The fourth quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 14–2. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the LA 1 (Q4 13:49) — (13:49) 26-C.Portis up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the LA 2 (Q4 13:46) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.; Los Angeles Rams registered a safety from the LA 94 (Q4 11:59); Washington Commanders found the end zone from the LA 4 (Q4 5:54) — (5:54) 8-M.Brunell pass to 47-C.Cooley for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the LA 2 (Q4 5:50) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Washington Commanders (Q2 34:56) — (4:56) 31-R.Cartwright right tackle to LA 6 for 52 yards (32-R.Bartell).
- Washington Commanders (Q1 55:38) — (10:38) 26-C.Portis right end for 47 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 11:16) — (11:16) 12-R.Fitzpatrick FUMBLES (Aborted) at LA 44, touched at LA 44, RECOVERED by WAS-97-R.Wynn at LA 45. 97-R.Wynn to LA 45 for no gain (67-A.McCollum).
- Washington Commanders (Q2 33:22) — (3:22) 8-M.Brunell pass incomplete to 89-S.Moss (24-D.Groce). PENALTY on WAS-89-S.Moss, Unsportsmanlike Conduct, 15 yards, enforced at LA 5.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 38:39) — (8:39) (Shotgun) 12-R.Fitzpatrick pass incomplete to 80-I.Bruce. PENALTY on WAS-21-S.Taylor, Face Mask (15 Yards), 15 yards, enforced at WAS 33 - No Play.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Washington Commanders (Q1 55:38) — (10:38) 26-C.Portis right end for 47 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 11:16) — (11:16) 12-R.Fitzpatrick FUMBLES (Aborted) at LA 44, touched at LA 44, RECOVERED by WAS-97-R.Wynn at LA 45. 97-R.Wynn to LA 45 for no gain (67-A.McCollum).
- Washington Commanders (Q2 34:56) — (4:56) 31-R.Cartwright right tackle to LA 6 for 52 yards (32-R.Bartell).
- Washington Commanders (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) 10-J.Hall 45 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.
Quarterback report card
R.Fitzpatrick led all passers in efficiency for Los Angeles Rams, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- R.Fitzpatrick (Los Angeles Rams) · 45 dropbacks · 46.7% completion · -0.10 EPA/play · -4.49 total EPA
- M.Brunell (Washington Commanders) · 23 dropbacks · 60.9% completion · +0.17 EPA/play · +3.91 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Washington Commanders | Los Angeles Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.125 | -0.129 |
| Offensive success rate | 46.8% | 42.9% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.127 | -0.100 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.218 | -0.753 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.129 | -0.125 |
| Defensive success rate | 57.1% | 53.2% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Washington Commanders generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.12 vs -0.13), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Los Angeles Rams: 11 drives, -9.93 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 12 drives, +9.91 total EPA, 5 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.
- C. Cooley (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.
- Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q1 55:38 · LA 47 · Score 6-0
(10:38) 26-C.Portis right end for 47 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q1 55:29 · LA 2 · Score 7-0
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q2 37:16 · WAS 7 · Score 7-6
(7:16) 12-R.Fitzpatrick up the middle for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q2 37:05 · WAS 2 · Score 7-7
14-J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-45-C.Massey, Holder-89-D.Looker. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q2 33:16 · LA 20 · Score 10-7
(3:16) 10-J.Hall 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 13:49 · LA 1 · Score 16-7
(13:49) 26-C.Portis up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q4 13:46 · LA 2 · Score 17-7
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost. - Los Angeles Rams Safety (+2) — Q4 11:59 · LA 94 · Score 17-9
(11:59) 8-M.Brunell sacked at WAS 1 for -5 yards. FUMBLES, ball out of bounds in End Zone, SAFETY. Penalty on WAS-8-M.Brunell, Illegal Bat, declined. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 5:54 · LA 4 · Score 23-9
(5:54) 8-M.Brunell pass to 47-C.Cooley for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q4 5:50 · LA 2 · Score 24-9
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Washington Commanders vs Los Angeles Rams?
The Washington Commanders beat the Los Angeles Rams 24-9 in Week 13, 2005 on 2005-12-04.
What was the final score of Washington Commanders vs Los Angeles Rams?
The final score was Washington Commanders 24, Los Angeles Rams 9 (WAS 24-9 LA) in Week 13, 2005 on 2005-12-04.
What was the score by quarter in Washington Commanders vs Los Angeles Rams?
Q1: Washington Commanders 7, Los Angeles Rams 0; Q2: Washington Commanders 3, Los Angeles Rams 7; Q4: Washington Commanders 14, Los Angeles Rams 2; Final: Washington Commanders 24, Los Angeles Rams 9.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Washington Commanders vs Los Angeles Rams?
Washington Commanders touchdown — C. Portis (Q1 55:38) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — R. Fitzpatrick (Q2 37:16) Washington Commanders touchdown — C. Portis (Q4 13:49) Washington Commanders touchdown — C. Cooley (M. Brunell pass) (Q4 5:54) Washington Commanders field goal — J. Hall (Q2 33:16, 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?
R. Fitzpatrick (Los Angeles Rams), 46.7% completion, -0.10 EPA per dropback, -4.49 total passing EPA. M. Brunell (Washington Commanders), 60.9% completion, +0.17 EPA per dropback, +3.91 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Washington Commanders vs Los Angeles Rams?
C. Cooley (Washington Commanders) led the game in total EPA with +8.02 on receiving plays. across 5 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+5.19 EPA): (10:38) 26-C.Portis right end for 47 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +16.3%.
Season records after this game
Washington Commanders
Entered 5-6 Now 6-6 W
Los Angeles Rams
Entered 5-6 Now 5-7 L
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