Game story
In the Wild Card of the 2006 NFL season on 2007-01-13, the Indianapolis Colts took care of business against the Baltimore Ravens, pulling away with a 15–6 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 6 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
S. McNair (Baltimore Ravens) paced the passing game, with -16.41 total EPA, and +1.8% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, M. Harrison (Indianapolis Colts) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +4.13 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-16.1% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Baltimore Ravens changed the game: (9:21) (Shotgun) 9-S.McNair pass short middle intended for 86-T.Heap INTERCEPTED by 41-A.Bethea at IND 1. 41-A.Bethea to IND 1 for no gain (38-M.Anderson).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis Colts | 6 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 15 |
| Baltimore Ravens | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 6 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 M. Harrison · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +4.13 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.03 EPA/play
- 2 D. Clark · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +3.71 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.86 EPA/play
- 3 R. Wayne · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +3.21 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.64 EPA/play
- 4 M. Clayton · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +2.37 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.39 EPA/play
- 5 D. Wilcox · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +1.25 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.25 EPA/play
- 6 J. Lewis · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +0.96 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.32 EPA/play
- 7 J. Addai · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +0.92 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.31 EPA/play
- 8 O. Mughelli · Baltimore Ravens · Rushing · +0.60 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.30 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
M. Harrison — IND · Receiving
M. Harrison posted the highest total EPA (+4.13) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Indianapolis Colts's efficiency. Across 4 counted snaps, they averaged +1.03 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.77 EPA) came from Baltimore Ravens: (7:21) 9-S.McNair pass short right to 86-T.Heap to BAL 29 for 3 yards (25-N.Harper). Play Challenged by IND and REVERSED. 9-S.McNair pass short right to 86-T.Heap to BAL 29 for 3 yards (25-N.Harper). FUMBLES (25-N.Harper
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Field goals
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Vinatieri
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Vinatieri
- Baltimore Ravens — M. Stover
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Vinatieri
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Vinatieri
- Baltimore Ravens — M. Stover
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Vinatieri
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 6–0. Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the BAL 5 (Q1 53:43) — (8:43) (Field Goal formation) 4-A.Vinatieri 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.; Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the BAL 23 (Q1 50:41) — (5:41) 4-A.Vinatieri 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith..
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Baltimore Ravens connected on a field goal from the IND 23 (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) (Field Goal formation) 3-M.Stover 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-70-M.Katula, Holder-4-S.Koch.; Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the BAL 34 (Q2 33:20).
The third quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 3–0. Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the BAL 29 (Q3 25:57) — (10:57) (Field Goal formation) 4-A.Vinatieri 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Baltimore Ravens connected on a field goal from the IND 33 (Q4 14:30) — (14:30) (Field Goal formation) 3-M.Stover 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-70-M.Katula, Holder-4-S.Koch.; Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the BAL 17 (Q4 0:26) — (:26) (Field Goal formation) 4-A.Vinatieri 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q2 39:21) — (9:21) (Shotgun) 9-S.McNair pass short middle intended for 86-T.Heap INTERCEPTED by 41-A.Bethea at IND 1. 41-A.Bethea to IND 1 for no gain (38-M.Anderson).
- Baltimore Ravens (Q1 52:21) — (7:21) 9-S.McNair pass short right to 86-T.Heap to BAL 29 for 3 yards (25-N.Harper). Play Challenged by IND and REVERSED. 9-S.McNair pass short right to 86-T.Heap to BAL 29 for 3 yards (25-N.Harper).
- Baltimore Ravens (Q4 11:53) — (11:53) (Shotgun) 9-S.McNair pass deep middle to 89-M.Clayton to IND 40 for 21 yards (21-B.Sanders).
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 55:57) — (10:57) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass deep left to 87-R.Wayne to BAL 24 for 19 yards (22-S.Rolle).
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 47:20) — (2:20) (Punt formation) 17-H.Smith punts 39 yards to BAL 40, Center-48-J.Snow. 40-C.Ross to IND 42 for 18 yards (36-De.Reid).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q1 52:21) — (7:21) 9-S.McNair pass short right to 86-T.Heap to BAL 29 for 3 yards (25-N.Harper). Play Challenged by IND and REVERSED. 9-S.McNair pass short right to 86-T.Heap to BAL 29 for 3 yards (25-N.Harper).
- Baltimore Ravens (Q4 10:25) — (10:25) (Shotgun) 9-S.McNair pass deep right intended for 87-D.Williams INTERCEPTED by 25-N.Harper at IND 23. 25-N.Harper to IND 32 for 9 yards (86-T.Heap).
- Baltimore Ravens (Q2 39:21) — (9:21) (Shotgun) 9-S.McNair pass short middle intended for 86-T.Heap INTERCEPTED by 41-A.Bethea at IND 1. 41-A.Bethea to IND 1 for no gain (38-M.Anderson).
- Baltimore Ravens (Q4 11:53) — (11:53) (Shotgun) 9-S.McNair pass deep middle to 89-M.Clayton to IND 40 for 21 yards (21-B.Sanders).
Quarterback report card
S.McNair led all passers in efficiency for Baltimore Ravens, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- S.McNair (Baltimore Ravens) · 35 dropbacks · 51.4% completion · +1.8% CPOE · -0.47 EPA/play · -16.41 total EPA
- P.Manning (Indianapolis Colts) · 33 dropbacks · 45.5% completion · -3.6% CPOE · -0.10 EPA/play · -3.16 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Indianapolis Colts | Baltimore Ravens |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.065 | -0.244 |
| Offensive success rate | 41.5% | 36.6% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.096 | -0.469 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.150 | -0.057 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.244 | +0.065 |
| Defensive success rate | 63.4% | 58.5% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Indianapolis Colts generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.07 vs -0.24), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Baltimore Ravens: 12 drives, -17.36 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Indianapolis Colts: 12 drives, -5.30 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Indianapolis Colts leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- M. Harrison (Indianapolis Colts) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- P. Manning (IND) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q1 53:43 · BAL 5 · Score 3-0
(8:43) (Field Goal formation) 4-A.Vinatieri 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q1 50:41 · BAL 23 · Score 6-0
(5:41) 4-A.Vinatieri 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Baltimore Ravens FG (+3) — Q2 45:00 · IND 23 · Score 6-3
(15:00) (Field Goal formation) 3-M.Stover 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-70-M.Katula, Holder-4-S.Koch. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q2 33:20 · BAL 34 · Score 9-3
(3:20) (Field Goal formation) 4-A.Vinatieri 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. Ball hits crossbar and goes over. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q3 25:57 · BAL 29 · Score 12-3
(10:57) (Field Goal formation) 4-A.Vinatieri 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Baltimore Ravens FG (+3) — Q4 14:30 · IND 33 · Score 12-6
(14:30) (Field Goal formation) 3-M.Stover 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-70-M.Katula, Holder-4-S.Koch. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q4 0:26 · BAL 17 · Score 15-6
(:26) (Field Goal formation) 4-A.Vinatieri 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Indianapolis Colts vs Baltimore Ravens?
The Indianapolis Colts beat the Baltimore Ravens 15-6 in Wild Card, 2006 on 2007-01-13.
What was the final score of Indianapolis Colts vs Baltimore Ravens?
The final score was Indianapolis Colts 15, Baltimore Ravens 6 (IND 15-6 BAL) in Wild Card, 2006 on 2007-01-13.
What was the score by quarter in Indianapolis Colts vs Baltimore Ravens?
Q1: Indianapolis Colts 6, Baltimore Ravens 0; Q2: Indianapolis Colts 3, Baltimore Ravens 3; Q3: Indianapolis Colts 3, Baltimore Ravens 0; Q4: Indianapolis Colts 3, Baltimore Ravens 3; Final: Indianapolis Colts 15, Baltimore Ravens 6.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Indianapolis Colts vs Baltimore Ravens?
Indianapolis Colts field goal — A. Vinatieri (Q1 53:43, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — A. Vinatieri (Q1 50:41, 3 pts) Baltimore Ravens field goal — M. Stover (Q2 45:00, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — A. Vinatieri (Q2 33:20, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — A. Vinatieri (Q3 25:57, 3 pts) Baltimore Ravens field goal — M. Stover (Q4 14:30, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — A. Vinatieri (Q4 0:26, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Indianapolis Colts vs Baltimore Ravens?
S. McNair (Baltimore Ravens), 51.4% completion, +1.8% CPOE, -0.47 EPA per dropback, -16.41 total passing EPA. P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts), 45.5% completion, -3.6% CPOE, -0.10 EPA per dropback, -3.16 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Indianapolis Colts vs Baltimore Ravens?
M. Harrison (Indianapolis Colts) led the game in total EPA with +4.13 on receiving plays. across 4 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.77 EPA): (7:21) 9-S.McNair pass short right to 86-T.Heap to BAL 29 for 3 yards (25-N.Harper). Play Challenged by IND and REVERSED. 9-S.McNair pass short right to 86-T.Heap to BAL 29 for 3 y. The biggest win-probability swing was -16.1%.
Season records after this game
Indianapolis Colts
Entered 13-4 Now 14-4 W
Baltimore Ravens
Entered 13-3 Now 13-4 L