Game story
In Week 11 of the 2010 NFL season on 2010-11-21, the Washington Commanders took care of business against the Tennessee Titans, pulling away with a 19–16 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
D. McNabb (Washington Commanders) paced the passing game, with +16.68 total EPA, and +1.3% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, D. McNabb (Washington Commanders) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +16.68 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-37.5% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Washington Commanders changed the game: (:03) (Field Goal formation) 4-G.Gano 47 yard field goal is No Good, Short, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-17-H.Smith.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Commanders | 7 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 19 |
| Tennessee Titans | 7 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 16 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 D. McNabb · Washington Commanders · Passing · +16.68 total EPA · 55 snaps · +0.30 EPA/play
- 2 S. Moss · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +9.64 total EPA · 9 snaps · +1.07 EPA/play
- 3 C. Cooley · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +7.26 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.81 EPA/play
- 4 F. Davis · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +3.28 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.82 EPA/play
- 5 N. Washington · Tennessee Titans · Receiving · +3.28 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.36 EPA/play
- 6 V. Young · Tennessee Titans · Passing · +2.88 total EPA · 19 snaps · +0.15 EPA/play
- 7 A. Hall · Tennessee Titans · Receiving · +2.01 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.01 EPA/play
- 8 A. Armstrong · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +1.83 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.26 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
D. McNabb — WAS · Passing
D. McNabb posted the highest total EPA (+16.68) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Washington Commanders's efficiency. Across 55 counted snaps, they averaged +0.30 EPA per play.
The signature play (-5.82 EPA) came from Washington Commanders: (8:39) (Punt formation) 17-H.Smith punts 45 yards to TEN 13, Center-57-N.Sundberg. 83-M.Mariani for 87 yards, TOUCHDOWN. WAS-32-A.Russell was injured during the play. His return is Questionable.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Tennessee Titans — M. Mariani
- Washington Commanders — S. Moss (D. McNabb pass)
Field goals
- Washington Commanders — G. Gano
- Tennessee Titans — R. Bironas
- Tennessee Titans — R. Bironas
- Washington Commanders — G. Gano
- Tennessee Titans — R. Bironas
- Washington Commanders — G. Gano
- 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: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Tennessee Titans found the end zone from the TEN 58 (Q1 53:39); Tennessee Titans added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q1 53:18) — 2-R.Bironas extra point is GOOD, Center-58-K.Amato, Holder-6-B.Kern.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the TEN 5 (Q1 50:07) — (5:07) 5-D.McNabb pass short left to 89-S.Moss for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the TEN 2 (Q1 50:02) — 4-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-17-H.Smith..
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the TEN 1 (Q2 40:42) — (10:42) (Field Goal formation) 4-G.Gano 19 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-17-H.Smith.; Tennessee Titans connected on a field goal from the WAS 7 (Q2 33:36) — (3:36) (Field Goal formation) 2-R.Bironas 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-58-K.Amato, Holder-6-B.Kern..
The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Tennessee Titans connected on a field goal from the WAS 14 (Q3 24:14) — (9:14) (Field Goal formation) 2-R.Bironas 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-58-K.Amato, Holder-6-B.Kern.; Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the TEN 22 (Q3 18:59) — (3:59) (Field Goal formation) 4-G.Gano 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-17-H.Smith..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Tennessee Titans connected on a field goal from the WAS 22 (Q4 8:45) — (8:45) (Field Goal formation) 2-R.Bironas 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-58-K.Amato, Holder-6-B.Kern.; Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the TEN 24 (Q4 5:29) — (5:29) (Field Goal formation) 4-G.Gano 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-17-H.Smith..
Overtime: Washington Commanders won the period 3–0. Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the TEN 30 (OT 8:22) — (8:22) (Field Goal formation) 4-G.Gano 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-17-H.Smith..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Washington Commanders (Q4 0:03) — (:03) (Field Goal formation) 4-G.Gano 47 yard field goal is No Good, Short, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-17-H.Smith.
- Washington Commanders (OT 8:22) — (8:22) (Field Goal formation) 4-G.Gano 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-17-H.Smith.
- Washington Commanders (OT 11:56) — (11:56) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb pass short left intended for 86-F.Davis INTERCEPTED by 20-A.Verner at WAS 40. 20-A.Verner to WAS 33 for 7 yards (86-F.Davis). PENALTY on TEN-93-J.Babin, Unnecessary Roughn
- Washington Commanders (OT 13:26) — (13:26) 5-D.McNabb pass deep right to 47-C.Cooley pushed ob at WAS 39 for 26 yards (51-G.McRath).
- Tennessee Titans (OT 13:40) — (13:40) (Shotgun) 11-R.Smith pass incomplete short left to 80-B.Scaife.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Washington Commanders (Q1 53:39) — (8:39) (Punt formation) 17-H.Smith punts 45 yards to TEN 13, Center-57-N.Sundberg. 83-M.Mariani for 87 yards, TOUCHDOWN. WAS-32-A.Russell was injured during the play. His return is Questionable.
- Tennessee Titans (Q1 58:02) — (13:02) (Shotgun) 10-V.Young scrambles up the middle to WAS 17 for 3 yards (97-L.Alexander). FUMBLES (97-L.Alexander), RECOVERED by WAS-31-P.Buchanon at WAS 12. 31-P.Buchanon to WAS 12 for no gain (76
- Tennessee Titans (Q4 5:12) — (5:12) 11-R.Smith pass deep right intended for 85-N.Washington INTERCEPTED by 31-P.Buchanon at WAS 16. 31-P.Buchanon to TEN 41 for 43 yards (45-A.Hall).
- Washington Commanders (Q1 53:12) — (8:12) 5-D.McNabb pass deep right to 89-S.Moss to TEN 31 for 48 yards (31-C.Finnegan). FUMBLES (31-C.Finnegan), ball out of bounds at TEN 31. Tennessee challenged the pass completion ruling, and the p
Quarterback report card
D.McNabb led all passers in efficiency for Washington Commanders, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- D.McNabb (Washington Commanders) · 55 dropbacks · 54.5% completion · +1.3% CPOE · +0.30 EPA/play · +16.68 total EPA
- V.Young (Tennessee Titans) · 19 dropbacks · 63.2% completion · +17.3% CPOE · +0.15 EPA/play · +2.88 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Washington Commanders | Tennessee Titans |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.019 | -0.053 |
| Offensive success rate | 44.3% | 45.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.303 | -0.170 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.265 | +0.012 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.053 | -0.019 |
| Defensive success rate | 54.3% | 55.7% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Washington Commanders generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.02 vs -0.05), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Tennessee Titans: 12 drives, -3.72 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 12 drives, +2.18 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.
- One-score margin — fantasy managers should double-check garbage-time stats before drawing conclusions.
- D. McNabb (Washington Commanders) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- V. Young (TEN) 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.
- Tennessee Titans TD (+6) — Q1 53:39 · TEN 58 · Score 0-6
(8:39) (Punt formation) 17-H.Smith punts 45 yards to TEN 13, Center-57-N.Sundberg. 83-M.Mariani for 87 yards, TOUCHDOWN. WAS-32-A.Russell was injured during the - Tennessee Titans XP (+1) — Q1 53:18 · WAS 2 · Score 0-7
2-R.Bironas extra point is GOOD, Center-58-K.Amato, Holder-6-B.Kern. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q1 50:07 · TEN 5 · Score 6-7
(5:07) 5-D.McNabb pass short left to 89-S.Moss for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q1 50:02 · TEN 2 · Score 7-7
4-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q2 40:42 · TEN 1 · Score 10-7
(10:42) (Field Goal formation) 4-G.Gano 19 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Tennessee Titans FG (+3) — Q2 33:36 · WAS 7 · Score 10-10
(3:36) (Field Goal formation) 2-R.Bironas 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-58-K.Amato, Holder-6-B.Kern. - Tennessee Titans FG (+3) — Q3 24:14 · WAS 14 · Score 10-13
(9:14) (Field Goal formation) 2-R.Bironas 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-58-K.Amato, Holder-6-B.Kern. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q3 18:59 · TEN 22 · Score 13-13
(3:59) (Field Goal formation) 4-G.Gano 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Tennessee Titans FG (+3) — Q4 8:45 · WAS 22 · Score 13-16
(8:45) (Field Goal formation) 2-R.Bironas 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-58-K.Amato, Holder-6-B.Kern. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q4 5:29 · TEN 24 · Score 16-16
(5:29) (Field Goal formation) 4-G.Gano 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — OT 8:22 · TEN 30 · Score 19-16
(8:22) (Field Goal formation) 4-G.Gano 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-17-H.Smith.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Washington Commanders vs Tennessee Titans?
The Washington Commanders beat the Tennessee Titans 19-16 in Week 11, 2010 on 2010-11-21.
What was the final score of Washington Commanders vs Tennessee Titans?
The final score was Washington Commanders 19, Tennessee Titans 16 (WAS 19-16 TEN) in Week 11, 2010 on 2010-11-21.
What was the score by quarter in Washington Commanders vs Tennessee Titans?
Q1: Washington Commanders 7, Tennessee Titans 7; Q2: Washington Commanders 3, Tennessee Titans 3; Q3: Washington Commanders 3, Tennessee Titans 3; Q4: Washington Commanders 3, Tennessee Titans 3; Q5: Washington Commanders 3, Tennessee Titans 0; Final: Washington Commanders 19, Tennessee Titans 16.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Washington Commanders vs Tennessee Titans?
Tennessee Titans touchdown — M. Mariani (Q1 53:39) Washington Commanders touchdown — S. Moss (D. McNabb pass) (Q1 50:07) Washington Commanders field goal — G. Gano (Q2 40:42, 3 pts) Tennessee Titans field goal — R. Bironas (Q2 33:36, 3 pts) Tennessee Titans field goal — R. Bironas (Q3 24:14, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — G. Gano (Q3 18:59, 3 pts) Tennessee Titans field goal — R. Bironas (Q4 8:45, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — G. Gano (Q4 5:29, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — G. Gano (OT 8:22, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Washington Commanders vs Tennessee Titans?
D. McNabb (Washington Commanders), 54.5% completion, +1.3% CPOE, +0.30 EPA per dropback, +16.68 total passing EPA. V. Young (Tennessee Titans), 63.2% completion, +17.3% CPOE, +0.15 EPA per dropback, +2.88 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Washington Commanders vs Tennessee Titans?
D. McNabb (Washington Commanders) led the game in total EPA with +16.68 on passing plays. across 55 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-5.82 EPA): (8:39) (Punt formation) 17-H.Smith punts 45 yards to TEN 13, Center-57-N.Sundberg. 83-M.Mariani for 87 yards, TOUCHDOWN. WAS-32-A.Russell was injured during the play. His return is. The biggest win-probability swing was -37.5%.
Was Washington Commanders vs Tennessee Titans a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Washington Commanders won 19-16 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Washington Commanders
Entered 4-5 Now 5-5 W
Tennessee Titans
Entered 5-4 Now 5-5 L
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