Game story
In Week 14 of the 2009 NFL season on 2009-12-13, the Washington Commanders took care of business against the Las Vegas Raiders, pulling away with a 34–13 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Campbell (Washington Commanders) paced the passing game, with +9.13 total EPA, and -0.6% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, J. Campbell (Washington Commanders) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +9.13 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+14.0% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Washington Commanders changed the game: (2:37) 17-J.Campbell pass short left to 35-Q.Ganther to LV 26 for 42 yards (37-C.Johnson).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Commanders | 7 | 10 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 34 |
| Las Vegas Raiders | 3 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 J. Campbell · Washington Commanders · Passing · +9.13 total EPA · 37 snaps · +0.25 EPA/play
- 2 F. Davis · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +5.84 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.46 EPA/play
- 3 D. McFadden · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +3.47 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.87 EPA/play
- 4 S. Moss · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.89 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.36 EPA/play
- 5 Q. Ganther · Washington Commanders · Rushing · +2.51 total EPA · 15 snaps · +0.17 EPA/play
- 6 B. Gradkowski · Las Vegas Raiders · Passing · +2.04 total EPA · 24 snaps · +0.08 EPA/play
- 7 J. Higgins · Las Vegas Raiders · Receiving · +1.79 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.45 EPA/play
- 8 Q. Ganther · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +1.63 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.54 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
J. Campbell — WAS · Passing
J. Campbell posted the highest total EPA (+9.13) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Washington Commanders's efficiency. Across 37 counted snaps, they averaged +0.25 EPA per play.
The signature play (+4.23 EPA) came from Las Vegas Raiders: (7:54) 9-S.Lechler punts 38 yards to WAS 46, Center-59-J.Condo. 82-A.Randle El MUFFS catch, touched at 50, RECOVERED by LV-86-T.Stewart at 50. 86-T.Stewart to 50 for no gain (82-A.Randle El).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Washington Commanders — F. Davis (J. Campbell pass)
- Las Vegas Raiders — J. Fargas
- Washington Commanders — F. Davis (J. Campbell pass)
- Washington Commanders — Q. Ganther
- Washington Commanders — Q. Ganther
Field goals
- Las Vegas Raiders — S. Janikowski
- Washington Commanders — G. Gano
- Las Vegas Raiders — S. Janikowski
- Washington Commanders — G. Gano
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 7–3. Las Vegas Raiders connected on a field goal from the WAS 15 (Q1 49:15) — (4:15) 11-S.Janikowski 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the LV 6 (Q1 45:13); Washington Commanders added 1 points from the LV 2 (Q1 45:13) — 4-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-3-H.Smith..
The second quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 10–7. Las Vegas Raiders found the end zone from the WAS 1 (Q2 41:15) — (11:15) 25-J.Fargas up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Las Vegas Raiders added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q2 41:14) — 11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler.; Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the LV 28 (Q2 38:00) — (8:00) 4-G.Gano 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-3-H.Smith.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the LV 17 (Q2 31:01) — (1:01) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 17-J.Campbell pass deep left to 86-F.Davis for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN [99-G.Ellis].; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the LV 2 (Q2 30:56) — 4-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-3-H.Smith..
The third quarter: Las Vegas Raiders won the period 3–0. Las Vegas Raiders connected on a field goal from the WAS 36 (Q3 23:54) — (8:54) 11-S.Janikowski 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler..
The fourth quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 17–0. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the LV 1 (Q4 11:25) — (11:25) 35-Q.Ganther right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the LV 2 (Q4 11:22) — 4-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-3-H.Smith.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the LV 1 (Q4 9:47) — (9:47) 35-Q.Ganther up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the LV 2 (Q4 9:42) — 4-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-3-H.Smith.; Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the LV 23 (Q4 3:37) — (3:37) 4-G.Gano 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-3-H.Smith..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Washington Commanders (Q1 47:37) — (2:37) 17-J.Campbell pass short left to 35-Q.Ganther to LV 26 for 42 yards (37-C.Johnson).
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q1 50:33) — (5:33) 5-B.Gradkowski pass short right to 20-D.McFadden pushed ob at WAS 23 for 48 yards (30-L.Landry).
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q3 20:23) — (5:23) (Shotgun) 2-J.Russell pass short left to 18-L.Murphy to WAS 28 for 8 yards (27-F.Smoot).
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q3 19:39) — (4:39) 2-J.Russell sacked at WAS 34 for -6 yards (99-A.Carter).
- Washington Commanders (Q2 31:01) — (1:01) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 17-J.Campbell pass deep left to 86-F.Davis for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN [99-G.Ellis].
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q4 7:54) — (7:54) 9-S.Lechler punts 38 yards to WAS 46, Center-59-J.Condo. 82-A.Randle El MUFFS catch, touched at 50, RECOVERED by LV-86-T.Stewart at 50. 86-T.Stewart to 50 for no gain (82-A.Randle El).
- Las Vegas Raiders (Q4 11:22) — (11:22) 2-J.Russell pass deep middle intended for 81-C.Schilens INTERCEPTED by 30-L.Landry at LV 40. 30-L.Landry to LV 41 for -1 yards (81-C.Schilens). Oakland challenged the pass completion ruling, a
- Washington Commanders (Q2 31:01) — (1:01) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 17-J.Campbell pass deep left to 86-F.Davis for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN [99-G.Ellis].
- Washington Commanders (Q1 47:37) — (2:37) 17-J.Campbell pass short left to 35-Q.Ganther to LV 26 for 42 yards (37-C.Johnson).
Quarterback report card
J.Campbell led all passers in efficiency for Washington Commanders, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Campbell (Washington Commanders) · 37 dropbacks · 43.2% completion · -0.6% CPOE · +0.25 EPA/play · +9.13 total EPA
- B.Gradkowski (Las Vegas Raiders) · 24 dropbacks · 41.7% completion · -0.1% CPOE · +0.08 EPA/play · +2.04 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Washington Commanders | Las Vegas Raiders |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.158 | -0.126 |
| Offensive success rate | 49.4% | 36.8% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.247 | -0.270 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.082 | -0.215 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.126 | -0.158 |
| Defensive success rate | 63.2% | 50.6% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Washington Commanders generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.16 vs -0.13), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Las Vegas Raiders: 13 drives, -11.97 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 12 drives, +13.16 total EPA, 6 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. Campbell (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.
- Las Vegas Raiders FG (+3) — Q1 49:15 · WAS 15 · Score 0-3
(4:15) 11-S.Janikowski 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q1 45:13 · LV 6 · Score 6-3
(:13) (Shotgun) 17-J.Campbell pass short middle to 86-F.Davis for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on WAS-86-F.Davis, Unsportsmanlike Conduct, 15 yards, enforced bet - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q1 45:13 · LV 2 · Score 7-3
4-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-3-H.Smith. - Las Vegas Raiders TD (+6) — Q2 41:15 · WAS 1 · Score 7-9
(11:15) 25-J.Fargas up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Las Vegas Raiders XP (+1) — Q2 41:14 · WAS 2 · Score 7-10
11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q2 38:00 · LV 28 · Score 10-10
(8:00) 4-G.Gano 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-3-H.Smith. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 31:01 · LV 17 · Score 16-10
(1:01) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 17-J.Campbell pass deep left to 86-F.Davis for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN [99-G.Ellis]. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 30:56 · LV 2 · Score 17-10
4-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-3-H.Smith. - Las Vegas Raiders FG (+3) — Q3 23:54 · WAS 36 · Score 17-13
(8:54) 11-S.Janikowski 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-59-J.Condo, Holder-9-S.Lechler. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 11:25 · LV 1 · Score 23-13
(11:25) 35-Q.Ganther right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q4 11:22 · LV 2 · Score 24-13
4-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-3-H.Smith. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 9:47 · LV 1 · Score 30-13
(9:47) 35-Q.Ganther up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q4 9:42 · LV 2 · Score 31-13
4-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-3-H.Smith. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q4 3:37 · LV 23 · Score 34-13
(3:37) 4-G.Gano 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-67-E.Albright, Holder-3-H.Smith.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Washington Commanders vs Las Vegas Raiders?
The Washington Commanders beat the Las Vegas Raiders 34-13 in Week 14, 2009 on 2009-12-13.
What was the final score of Washington Commanders vs Las Vegas Raiders?
The final score was Washington Commanders 34, Las Vegas Raiders 13 (WAS 34-13 LV) in Week 14, 2009 on 2009-12-13.
What was the score by quarter in Washington Commanders vs Las Vegas Raiders?
Q1: Washington Commanders 7, Las Vegas Raiders 3; Q2: Washington Commanders 10, Las Vegas Raiders 7; Q3: Washington Commanders 0, Las Vegas Raiders 3; Q4: Washington Commanders 17, Las Vegas Raiders 0; Final: Washington Commanders 34, Las Vegas Raiders 13.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Washington Commanders vs Las Vegas Raiders?
Washington Commanders touchdown — F. Davis (J. Campbell pass) (Q1 45:13) Las Vegas Raiders touchdown — J. Fargas (Q2 41:15) Washington Commanders touchdown — F. Davis (J. Campbell pass) (Q2 31:01) Washington Commanders touchdown — Q. Ganther (Q4 11:25) Washington Commanders touchdown — Q. Ganther (Q4 9:47) Las Vegas Raiders field goal — S. Janikowski (Q1 49:15, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — G. Gano (Q2 38:00, 3 pts) Las Vegas Raiders field goal — S. Janikowski (Q3 23:54, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — G. Gano (Q4 3:37, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Washington Commanders vs Las Vegas Raiders?
J. Campbell (Washington Commanders), 43.2% completion, -0.6% CPOE, +0.25 EPA per dropback, +9.13 total passing EPA. B. Gradkowski (Las Vegas Raiders), 41.7% completion, -0.1% CPOE, +0.08 EPA per dropback, +2.04 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Washington Commanders vs Las Vegas Raiders?
J. Campbell (Washington Commanders) led the game in total EPA with +9.13 on passing plays. across 37 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+4.23 EPA): (7:54) 9-S.Lechler punts 38 yards to WAS 46, Center-59-J.Condo. 82-A.Randle El MUFFS catch, touched at 50, RECOVERED by LV-86-T.Stewart at 50. 86-T.Stewart to 50 for no gain (82-A.. The biggest win-probability swing was +14.0%.
Season records after this game
Washington Commanders
Entered 3-9 Now 4-9 W
Las Vegas Raiders
Entered 4-8 Now 4-9 L
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