Game story
In Week 14 of the 2016 NFL season on 2016-12-11, the Washington Commanders took care of business against the Philadelphia Eagles, pulling away with a 27–22 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
C. Wentz (Philadelphia Eagles) paced the passing game, with +5.36 total EPA, and +7.6% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, P. Garcon (Washington Commanders) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +7.17 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-33.5% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Philadelphia Eagles changed the game: (:21) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz sacked at WAS 22 for -8 yards (91-R.Kerrigan). FUMBLES (91-R.Kerrigan) [91-R.Kerrigan], RECOVERED by WAS-93-T.Murphy at WAS 27. 93-T.Murphy to WAS 34 for 7 yards (24-R.Mathe
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Commanders | 0 | 7 | 14 | 6 | 0 | 27 |
| Philadelphia Eagles | 3 | 10 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 22 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 P. Garcon · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +7.17 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.20 EPA/play
- 2 K. Cousins · Washington Commanders · Passing · +6.17 total EPA · 26 snaps · +0.24 EPA/play
- 3 C. Wentz · Philadelphia Eagles · Passing · +5.36 total EPA · 54 snaps · +0.10 EPA/play
- 4 J. Matthews · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +4.75 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.43 EPA/play
- 5 C. Thompson · Washington Commanders · Rushing · +4.65 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.55 EPA/play
- 6 T. Burton · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +4.16 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.42 EPA/play
- 7 Z. Ertz · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +3.29 total EPA · 13 snaps · +0.25 EPA/play
- 8 R. Kelley · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +1.59 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.80 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
P. Garcon — WAS · Receiving
P. Garcon posted the highest total EPA (+7.17) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Washington Commanders's efficiency. Across 6 counted snaps, they averaged +1.20 EPA per play.
The signature play (-7.26 EPA) came from Washington Commanders: (13:16) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short right intended for 11-D.Jackson INTERCEPTED by 21-L.McKelvin at WAS 29. 21-L.McKelvin for 29 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 — R. Kelley
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Sproles (C. Wentz pass)
- Washington Commanders — D. Jackson (K. Cousins pass)
- Washington Commanders — P. Garcon (K. Cousins pass)
- Philadelphia Eagles — L. McKelvin
- Washington Commanders — C. Thompson
Field goals
- Philadelphia Eagles — C. Sturgis
- Philadelphia Eagles — C. Sturgis
- Philadelphia Eagles — C. Sturgis
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 3–0. Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the WAS 27 (Q1 54:49) — (9:49) 6-C.Sturgis 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones..
The second quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 10–7. Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the WAS 18 (Q2 40:31) — (10:31) 6-C.Sturgis 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the PHI 22 (Q2 34:19) — (4:19) 32-R.Kelley left tackle for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q2 34:11) — 3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the WAS 4 (Q2 30:32) — (:32) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left to 43-D.Sproles for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the WAS 15 (Q2 30:28) — 6-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones..
The third quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 14–0. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the PHI 80 (Q3 24:26) — (9:26) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass deep middle to 11-D.Jackson for 80 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q3 24:14) — 3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the PHI 15 (Q3 15:12) — (:12) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short left to 88-P.Garcon for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q3 15:07) — 3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way..
The fourth quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 9–6. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the PHI 80 (Q4 13:16); Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the WAS 23 (Q4 5:03) — (5:03) 6-C.Sturgis 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-T.Burton, Holder-8-D.Jones.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the PHI 25 (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) 25-C.Thompson left end for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 0:21) — (:21) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz sacked at WAS 22 for -8 yards (91-R.Kerrigan). FUMBLES (91-R.Kerrigan) [91-R.Kerrigan], RECOVERED by WAS-93-T.Murphy at WAS 27. 93-T.Murphy to WAS 34 for 7 yards (24-R.Mathe
- Washington Commanders (Q4 13:16) — (13:16) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short right intended for 11-D.Jackson INTERCEPTED by 21-L.McKelvin at WAS 29. 21-L.McKelvin for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q3 24:26) — (9:26) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass deep middle to 11-D.Jackson for 80 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) 25-C.Thompson left end for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q3 15:12) — (:12) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short left to 88-P.Garcon for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Washington Commanders (Q4 13:16) — (13:16) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short right intended for 11-D.Jackson INTERCEPTED by 21-L.McKelvin at WAS 29. 21-L.McKelvin for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q3 24:26) — (9:26) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass deep middle to 11-D.Jackson for 80 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 49:33) — (4:33) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left intended for 86-Z.Ertz INTERCEPTED by 22-D.Everett at WAS -2. Touchback. The Replay Official reviewed the pass interception ruling, and the play was Upheld.
- Washington Commanders (Q1 46:09) — (1:09) 3-D.Hopkins 38 yard field goal is No Good, Hit Left Upright, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way.
Quarterback report card
C.Wentz led all passers in efficiency for Philadelphia Eagles, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- C.Wentz (Philadelphia Eagles) · 54 dropbacks · 59.3% completion · +7.6% CPOE · +0.10 EPA/play · +5.36 total EPA
- K.Cousins (Washington Commanders) · 26 dropbacks · 53.8% completion · +9.1% CPOE · +0.24 EPA/play · +6.17 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Washington Commanders | Philadelphia Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.107 | +0.005 |
| Offensive success rate | 45.2% | 44.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.237 | +0.099 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.243 | -0.267 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.005 | -0.107 |
| Defensive success rate | 55.3% | 54.8% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Washington Commanders generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.11 vs +0.01), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Philadelphia Eagles: 10 drives, +0.48 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 11 drives, +6.65 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.
- One-score margin — fantasy managers should double-check garbage-time stats before drawing conclusions.
- P. Garcon (Washington Commanders) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- C. Wentz (PHI) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
- K. Cousins (WAS) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q1 54:49 · WAS 27 · Score 0-3
(9:49) 6-C.Sturgis 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q2 40:31 · WAS 18 · Score 0-6
(10:31) 6-C.Sturgis 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 34:19 · PHI 22 · Score 6-6
(4:19) 32-R.Kelley left tackle for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 34:11 · PHI 15 · Score 7-6
3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q2 30:32 · WAS 4 · Score 7-12
(:32) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left to 43-D.Sproles for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q2 30:28 · WAS 15 · Score 7-13
6-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q3 24:26 · PHI 80 · Score 13-13
(9:26) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass deep middle to 11-D.Jackson for 80 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q3 24:14 · PHI 15 · Score 14-13
3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q3 15:12 · PHI 15 · Score 20-13
(:12) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short left to 88-P.Garcon for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q3 15:07 · PHI 15 · Score 21-13
3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q4 13:16 · PHI 80 · Score 21-19
(13:16) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short right intended for 11-D.Jackson INTERCEPTED by 21-L.McKelvin at WAS 29. 21-L.McKelvin for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q4 5:03 · WAS 23 · Score 21-22
(5:03) 6-C.Sturgis 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-T.Burton, Holder-8-D.Jones. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 2:00 · PHI 25 · Score 27-22
(2:00) 25-C.Thompson left end for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Washington Commanders vs Philadelphia Eagles?
The Washington Commanders beat the Philadelphia Eagles 27-22 in Week 14, 2016 on 2016-12-11.
What was the final score of Washington Commanders vs Philadelphia Eagles?
The final score was Washington Commanders 27, Philadelphia Eagles 22 (WAS 27-22 PHI) in Week 14, 2016 on 2016-12-11.
What was the score by quarter in Washington Commanders vs Philadelphia Eagles?
Q1: Washington Commanders 0, Philadelphia Eagles 3; Q2: Washington Commanders 7, Philadelphia Eagles 10; Q3: Washington Commanders 14, Philadelphia Eagles 0; Q4: Washington Commanders 6, Philadelphia Eagles 9; Final: Washington Commanders 27, Philadelphia Eagles 22.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Washington Commanders vs Philadelphia Eagles?
Washington Commanders touchdown — R. Kelley (Q2 34:19) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — D. Sproles (C. Wentz pass) (Q2 30:32) Washington Commanders touchdown — D. Jackson (K. Cousins pass) (Q3 24:26) Washington Commanders touchdown — P. Garcon (K. Cousins pass) (Q3 15:12) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — L. McKelvin (Q4 13:16) Washington Commanders touchdown — C. Thompson (Q4 2:00) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — C. Sturgis (Q1 54:49, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — C. Sturgis (Q2 40:31, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — C. Sturgis (Q4 5:03, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Washington Commanders vs Philadelphia Eagles?
C. Wentz (Philadelphia Eagles), 59.3% completion, +7.6% CPOE, +0.10 EPA per dropback, +5.36 total passing EPA. K. Cousins (Washington Commanders), 53.8% completion, +9.1% CPOE, +0.24 EPA per dropback, +6.17 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Washington Commanders vs Philadelphia Eagles?
P. Garcon (Washington Commanders) led the game in total EPA with +7.17 on receiving plays. across 6 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-7.26 EPA): (13:16) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short right intended for 11-D.Jackson INTERCEPTED by 21-L.McKelvin at WAS 29. 21-L.McKelvin for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -33.5%.
Was Washington Commanders vs Philadelphia Eagles a close game?
Yes — the margin was 5 points. Washington Commanders won 27-22 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Washington Commanders
Entered 6-5 Now 7-5 W
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 5-7 Now 5-8 L
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