Game story
In Week 10 of the 2018 NFL season on 2018-11-11, the Washington Commanders took care of business against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, pulling away with a 16–3 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
R. Fitzpatrick (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) paced the passing game, with -3.00 total EPA, and +6.8% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, C. Godwin (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +6.24 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-15.5% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Tampa Bay Buccaneers changed the game: (10:44) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass deep left intended for 38-S.Wilson INTERCEPTED by 24-J.Norman [98-M.Ioannidis] at WAS 0. 24-J.Norman to WAS 32 for 32 yards (12-C.Godwin).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Commanders | 3 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 C. Godwin · Tampa Bay Buccaneers · Receiving · +6.24 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.89 EPA/play
- 2 J. Doctson · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +5.72 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.43 EPA/play
- 3 A. Smith · Washington Commanders · Passing · +3.81 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.12 EPA/play
- 4 M. Harris · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +3.70 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.74 EPA/play
- 5 D. Jackson · Tampa Bay Buccaneers · Receiving · +3.46 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.43 EPA/play
- 6 K. Bibbs · Washington Commanders · Rushing · +3.20 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.07 EPA/play
- 7 A. Humphries · Tampa Bay Buccaneers · Receiving · +3.17 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.06 EPA/play
- 8 M. Evans · Tampa Bay Buccaneers · Receiving · +2.62 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.44 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
C. Godwin — TB · Receiving
C. Godwin posted the highest total EPA (+6.24) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Tampa Bay Buccaneers's efficiency. Across 7 counted snaps, they averaged +0.89 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.61 EPA) came from Tampa Bay Buccaneers: (14:07) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short right intended for 80-O.Howard INTERCEPTED by 37-G.Stroman at TB 37. 37-G.Stroman to TB 14 for 23 yards (38-S.Wilson).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Washington Commanders — J. Doctson (A. Smith pass)
Field goals
- Washington Commanders — D. Hopkins
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers — C. Catanzaro
- Washington Commanders — D. Hopkins
- Washington Commanders — D. Hopkins
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 3–0. Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the TB 25 (Q1 45:14) — (:14) 3-D.Hopkins 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way..
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Tampa Bay Buccaneers connected on a field goal from the WAS 15 (Q2 32:06) — (2:06) 7-C.Catanzaro 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-89-G.Sanborn, Holder-9-B.Anger.; Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the TB 25 (Q2 30:24) — (:24) 3-D.Hopkins 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way..
The fourth quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 10–0. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the TB 6 (Q4 14:16) — (14:16) (Shotgun) 11-A.Smith pass short middle to 18-J.Doctson for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the TB 15 (Q4 14:07) — 3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way.; Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the TB 8 (Q4 12:06) — (12:06) 3-D.Hopkins 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q1 55:44) — (10:44) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass deep left intended for 38-S.Wilson INTERCEPTED by 24-J.Norman [98-M.Ioannidis] at WAS 0. 24-J.Norman to WAS 32 for 32 yards (12-C.Godwin).
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q3 19:55) — (4:55) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick Aborted. 66-R.Jensen FUMBLES at WAS 30, recovered by TB-14-R.Fitzpatrick at WAS 30. 14-R.Fitzpatrick to WAS 30 for no gain (58-C.McKinzy).
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q2 38:35) — (8:35) 7-C.Catanzaro 30 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-89-G.Sanborn, Holder-9-B.Anger.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q4 14:07) — (14:07) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short right intended for 80-O.Howard INTERCEPTED by 37-G.Stroman at TB 37. 37-G.Stroman to TB 14 for 23 yards (38-S.Wilson).
- Washington Commanders (Q3 17:33) — (2:33) (Shotgun) 11-A.Smith pass deep right to 13-M.Harris to TB 26 for 20 yards (21-J.Evans).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q4 14:07) — (14:07) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short right intended for 80-O.Howard INTERCEPTED by 37-G.Stroman at TB 37. 37-G.Stroman to TB 14 for 23 yards (38-S.Wilson).
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q1 55:44) — (10:44) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass deep left intended for 38-S.Wilson INTERCEPTED by 24-J.Norman [98-M.Ioannidis] at WAS 0. 24-J.Norman to WAS 32 for 32 yards (12-C.Godwin).
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q4 3:36) — (3:36) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick sacked at WAS 7 for -5 yards (94-P.Smith). FUMBLES (94-P.Smith) [94-P.Smith], RECOVERED by WAS-91-R.Kerrigan at WAS 7. 91-R.Kerrigan to WAS 7 for no gain (76-D.Smith)
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q4 10:56) — (10:56) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short middle to 32-J.Rodgers to WAS 19 for 9 yards (53-Z.Brown). FUMBLES (53-Z.Brown), RECOVERED by WAS-20-H.Clinton-Dix at WAS 0. Touchback (66-R.Je
Quarterback report card
R.Fitzpatrick led all passers in efficiency for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- R.Fitzpatrick (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) · 50 dropbacks · 58.0% completion · +6.8% CPOE · -0.06 EPA/play · -3.00 total EPA
- A.Smith (Washington Commanders) · 32 dropbacks · 59.4% completion · +7.1% CPOE · +0.12 EPA/play · +3.81 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Washington Commanders | Tampa Bay Buccaneers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.052 | -0.173 |
| Offensive success rate | 48.6% | 45.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.119 | -0.060 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.023 | -0.254 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.173 | -0.052 |
| Defensive success rate | 54.3% | 51.4% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Washington Commanders generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.05 vs -0.17), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers: 10 drives, -14.05 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 9 drives, +3.74 total EPA, 4 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. Godwin (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- R. Fitzpatrick (TB) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
- A. Smith (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.
- Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q1 45:14 · TB 25 · Score 3-0
(:14) 3-D.Hopkins 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way. - Tampa Bay Buccaneers FG (+3) — Q2 32:06 · WAS 15 · Score 3-3
(2:06) 7-C.Catanzaro 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-89-G.Sanborn, Holder-9-B.Anger. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q2 30:24 · TB 25 · Score 6-3
(:24) 3-D.Hopkins 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 14:16 · TB 6 · Score 12-3
(14:16) (Shotgun) 11-A.Smith pass short middle to 18-J.Doctson for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q4 14:07 · TB 15 · Score 13-3
3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q4 12:06 · TB 8 · Score 16-3
(12:06) 3-D.Hopkins 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Washington Commanders vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
The Washington Commanders beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 16-3 in Week 10, 2018 on 2018-11-11.
What was the final score of Washington Commanders vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
The final score was Washington Commanders 16, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 3 (WAS 16-3 TB) in Week 10, 2018 on 2018-11-11.
What was the score by quarter in Washington Commanders vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
Q1: Washington Commanders 3, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 0; Q2: Washington Commanders 3, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 3; Q4: Washington Commanders 10, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 0; Final: Washington Commanders 16, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 3.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Washington Commanders vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
Washington Commanders touchdown — J. Doctson (A. Smith pass) (Q4 14:16) Washington Commanders field goal — D. Hopkins (Q1 45:14, 3 pts) Tampa Bay Buccaneers field goal — C. Catanzaro (Q2 32:06, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — D. Hopkins (Q2 30:24, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — D. Hopkins (Q4 12:06, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Washington Commanders vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
R. Fitzpatrick (Tampa Bay Buccaneers), 58.0% completion, +6.8% CPOE, -0.06 EPA per dropback, -3.00 total passing EPA. A. Smith (Washington Commanders), 59.4% completion, +7.1% CPOE, +0.12 EPA per dropback, +3.81 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Washington Commanders vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
C. Godwin (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) led the game in total EPA with +6.24 on receiving plays. across 7 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.61 EPA): (14:07) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short right intended for 80-O.Howard INTERCEPTED by 37-G.Stroman at TB 37. 37-G.Stroman to TB 14 for 23 yards (38-S.Wilson).. The biggest win-probability swing was -15.5%.
Season records after this game
Washington Commanders
Entered 5-3 Now 6-3 W
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Entered 3-5 Now 3-6 L
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