Quick answer
- Winner
- Carolina Panthers
- Final score
- Carolina Panthers 20–17 Arizona Cardinals
- Halftime
- Carolina Panthers 7–14 Arizona Cardinals at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- A. Boldin
- Top passer
- J. Delhomme
- Biggest EPA play
- (11:33) (Shotgun) 12-J.McCown pass intended for 85-F.Jones INTERCEPTED by 30-M.Minter at A…
- Game date
- 2003-12-14
Game summary
The Carolina Panthers beat the Arizona Cardinals 20–17 on 2003-12-14, overcoming Arizona Cardinals's 14–7 halftime lead. A. Boldin posted a game-high +7.06 total EPA in the receiving.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 14 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Carolina Panthers | 7 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 20 |
 Arizona Cardinals | 7 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 17 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
CARCarolina Panthers(11:33) (Shotgun) 12-J.McCown pass intended for 85-F.Jones INTERCEPTED by 30-M.Minter at ARI 35. 30-M.Minter for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.
(:45) 12-J.McCown right end for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
1-N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-48-N.Hodel, Holder-10-S.Player.
(6:09) 22-E.Smith up the middle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
1-N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-48-N.Hodel, Holder-10-S.Player.
(6:10) 4-J.Kasay 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.
(11:52) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 20-D.Foster pushed ob at ARI 1 for 30 yards (21-R.Hill). Play Challenged by CAR and REVERSED. 17-J.Delhomme pass to 20-D.Foster for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.
(1:15) 1-N.Rackers 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-N.Hodel, Holder-10-S.Player.
(:08) 4-J.Kasay 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.
ARIArizona CardinalsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- CARCarolina Panthers
Q1 11:33TD MMM. MinterPoints+6
- Yard line
- CAR 76
- Score
- 6-0
(11:33) (Shotgun) 12-J.McCown pass intended for 85-F.Jones INTERCEPTED by 30-M.Minter at ARI 35. 30-M.Minter for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CARCarolina Panthers
Q1 11:24XP JKJ. KasayPoints+1
- Yard line
- ARI 7
- Score
- 7-0
4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q1 0:45TD JMJ. McCownPoints+6
- Yard line
- CAR 16
- Score
- 7-6
(:45) 12-J.McCown right end for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q1 0:36XP NRN. RackersPoints+1
- Yard line
- CAR 2
- Score
- 7-7
1-N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-48-N.Hodel, Holder-10-S.Player.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q2 6:09TD Points+6
- Yard line
- CAR 4
- Score
- 7-13
(6:09) 22-E.Smith up the middle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q2 6:04XP NRN. RackersPoints+1
- Yard line
- CAR 2
- Score
- 7-14
1-N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-48-N.Hodel, Holder-10-S.Player.
- CARCarolina Panthers
Q3 6:10FG JKJ. KasayPoints+3
- Yard line
- ARI 3
- Score
- 10-14
(6:10) 4-J.Kasay 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.
- CARCarolina Panthers
Q4 11:52TD DFD. FosterPoints+6
- Yard line
- ARI 31
- Score
- 16-14
(11:52) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 20-D.Foster pushed ob at ARI 1 for 30 yards (21-R.Hill). Play Challenged by CAR and REVERSED. 17-J.Delhomme pass to 20-D.Foster for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CARCarolina Panthers
Q4 11:29XP JKJ. KasayPoints+1
- Yard line
- ARI 2
- Score
- 17-14
4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q4 1:15FG NRN. RackersPoints+3
- Yard line
- CAR 26
- Score
- 17-17
(1:15) 1-N.Rackers 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-N.Hodel, Holder-10-S.Player.
- CARCarolina Panthers
Q4 0:08FG JKJ. KasayPoints+3
- Yard line
- ARI 31
- Score
- 20-17
(:08) 4-J.Kasay 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1A. Boldin · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +7.06 total EPA · 7 snaps · +1.01 EPA/play
- 2Shi Smith · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +6.54 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.73 EPA/play
- 3D. Foster · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +4.29 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.43 EPA/play
- 4Shaquan Davis · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +3.37 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.12 EPA/play
- 5F. Jones · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +2.96 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.48 EPA/play
- 6N. Poole · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +2.48 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.24 EPA/play
- 7K. Mangum · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +2.20 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.10 EPA/play
- 8Malik Muhammad · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +2.20 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.20 EPA/play
FantasyHQ Game MVP
Highest total EPA with the player's top snap and the game's biggest single play when different.
FantasyHQ Game MVP
A. Boldin — ARI · Receiving
A. Boldin posted the highest total EPA (+7.06) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Arizona Cardinals. Across 7 counted snaps, they averaged +1.01 EPA per play.
A. Boldin's top snap (+2.69 EPA): (5:12) (Shotgun) 12-J.McCown pass to 81-A.Boldin to ARI 44 for 24 yards.
Biggest single play (-7.16 EPA): J. McCown — (11:33) (Shotgun) 12-J.McCown pass intended for 85-F.Jones INTERCEPTED by 30-M.Minter at ARI 35. 30-M.Minter for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
J. Delhomme led all passers in efficiency for Carolina Panthers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J. Delhomme (Carolina Panthers) · 33 dropbacks · 60.6% completion · +0.06 EPA/play · +2.05 total EPA
- J. McCown (Arizona Cardinals) · 30 dropbacks · 46.7% completion · -0.04 EPA/play · -1.23 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Carolina Panthers | Arizona Cardinals |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.046 | -0.026 |
| Offensive success rate | 47.8% | 47.1% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.062 | +0.043 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.081 | -0.167 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.026 | -0.046 |
| Defensive success rate | 52.9% | 52.2% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Carolina Panthers generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.05 vs -0.03), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Carolina Panthers: +0.05 EPA/play (66th percentile vs. 2003 team-game averages)
- Arizona Cardinals: -0.03 EPA/play (47th percentile vs. 2003 team-game averages)
- Arizona Cardinals: 11 drives, -2.23 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Carolina Panthers: 10 drives, +3.11 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Carolina Panthers — M. Minter
- Arizona Cardinals — J. McCown
- Arizona Cardinals — Elerson G. Smith
- Carolina Panthers — D. Foster (J. Delhomme pass)
Field goals
- Carolina Panthers — J. Kasay
- Arizona Cardinals — N. Rackers
- Carolina Panthers — J. Kasay
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the CAR 76 (Q1 11:33) — (11:33) (Shotgun) 12-J.McCown pass intended for 85-F.Jones INTERCEPTED by 30-M.Minter at ARI 35. 30-M.Minter for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the ARI 7 (Q1 11:24) — 4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.; Arizona Cardinals found the end zone from the CAR 16 (Q1 0:45) — (:45) 12-J.McCown right end for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Arizona Cardinals added 1 points from the CAR 2 (Q1 0:36) — 1-N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-48-N.Hodel, Holder-10-S.Player..
The second quarter: Arizona Cardinals won the period 7–0. Arizona Cardinals found the end zone from the CAR 4 (Q2 6:09) — (6:09) 22-E.Smith up the middle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Arizona Cardinals added 1 points from the CAR 2 (Q2 6:04) — 1-N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-48-N.Hodel, Holder-10-S.Player..
The third quarter: Carolina Panthers won the period 3–0. Carolina Panthers connected on a field goal from the ARI 3 (Q3 6:10) — (6:10) 4-J.Kasay 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun..
The fourth quarter: Carolina Panthers won the period 10–3. Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the ARI 31 (Q4 11:52); Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the ARI 2 (Q4 11:29) — 4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.; Arizona Cardinals connected on a field goal from the CAR 26 (Q4 1:15) — (1:15) 1-N.Rackers 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-N.Hodel, Holder-10-S.Player.; Carolina Panthers connected on a field goal from the ARI 31 (Q4 0:08) — (:08) 4-J.Kasay 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q1 11:33) — (11:33) (Shotgun) 12-J.McCown pass intended for 85-F.Jones INTERCEPTED by 30-M.Minter at ARI 35. 30-M.Minter for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Carolina Panthers (Q4 11:52) — (11:52) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 20-D.Foster pushed ob at ARI 1 for 30 yards (21-R.Hill). Play Challenged by CAR and REVERSED. 17-J.Delhomme pass to 20-D.Foster for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q4 8:29) — (8:29) 1-N.Rackers 35 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-48-N.Hodel, Holder-10-S.Player.
- Carolina Panthers (Q4 0:08) — (:08) 4-J.Kasay 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q4 1:28) — (1:28) 12-J.McCown sacked at CAR 26 for -4 yards (90-J.Peppers).
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q1 11:33) — (11:33) (Shotgun) 12-J.McCown pass intended for 85-F.Jones INTERCEPTED by 30-M.Minter at ARI 35. 30-M.Minter for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q1 14:23) — (14:23) 31-M.Shipp right tackle to ARI 45 for -4 yards (90-J.Peppers). FUMBLES (90-J.Peppers), RECOVERED by CAR-29-D.Wesley at ARI 46.
- Carolina Panthers (Q2 13:12) — (13:12) 17-J.Delhomme sacked at ARI 43 for -7 yards (97-F.Wakefield). FUMBLES (97-F.Wakefield), RECOVERED by ARI-56-L.Woods at ARI 41. 56-L.Woods to ARI 41 for no gain (69-J.Gross).
- Carolina Panthers (Q1 13:06) — (13:06) 17-J.Delhomme pass intended for 86-K.Mangum INTERCEPTED by 34-D.Jackson at ARI -4. 34-D.Jackson to ARI 17 for 21 yards (89-S.Smith).
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q1 11:33 · CAR 76 · Score 6-0
(11:33) (Shotgun) 12-J.McCown pass intended for 85-F.Jones INTERCEPTED by 30-M.Minter at ARI 35. 30-M.Minter for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q1 11:24 · ARI 7 · Score 7-0
4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun. - Arizona Cardinals TD (+6) — Q1 0:45 · CAR 16 · Score 7-6
(:45) 12-J.McCown right end for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Arizona Cardinals XP (+1) — Q1 0:36 · CAR 2 · Score 7-7
1-N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-48-N.Hodel, Holder-10-S.Player. - Arizona Cardinals TD (+6) — Q2 6:09 · CAR 4 · Score 7-13
(6:09) 22-E.Smith up the middle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Arizona Cardinals XP (+1) — Q2 6:04 · CAR 2 · Score 7-14
1-N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-48-N.Hodel, Holder-10-S.Player. - Carolina Panthers FG (+3) — Q3 6:10 · ARI 3 · Score 10-14
(6:10) 4-J.Kasay 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q4 11:52 · ARI 31 · Score 16-14
(11:52) 17-J.Delhomme pass to 20-D.Foster pushed ob at ARI 1 for 30 yards (21-R.Hill). Play Challenged by CAR and REVERSED. 17-J.Delhomme pass to 20-D.Foster for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q4 11:29 · ARI 2 · Score 17-14
4-J.Kasay extra point is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun. - Arizona Cardinals FG (+3) — Q4 1:15 · CAR 26 · Score 17-17
(1:15) 1-N.Rackers 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-N.Hodel, Holder-10-S.Player. - Carolina Panthers FG (+3) — Q4 0:08 · ARI 31 · Score 20-17
(:08) 4-J.Kasay 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-56-J.Kyle, Holder-10-T.Sauerbrun.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Carolina Panthers earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- One-score margin — verify garbage-time stats before drawing fantasy conclusions.
- A. Boldin (Arizona Cardinals) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Carolina Panthers vs Arizona Cardinals on 2003-12-14?
The Carolina Panthers beat the Arizona Cardinals 20-17 in Week 15, 2003.
What was the score by quarter in Carolina Panthers vs Arizona Cardinals?
Q1: Carolina Panthers 7, Arizona Cardinals 7; Q2: Carolina Panthers 0, Arizona Cardinals 7; Q3: Carolina Panthers 3, Arizona Cardinals 0; Q4: Carolina Panthers 10, Arizona Cardinals 3; Final: Carolina Panthers 20, Arizona Cardinals 17.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Carolina Panthers vs Arizona Cardinals?
Carolina Panthers touchdown — M. Minter (Q1 11:33) Arizona Cardinals touchdown — J. McCown (Q1 0:45) Arizona Cardinals touchdown — E. Smith (Q2 6:09) Carolina Panthers touchdown — D. Foster (J. Delhomme pass) (Q4 11:52) Carolina Panthers field goal — J. Kasay (Q3 6:10, 3 pts) Arizona Cardinals field goal — N. Rackers (Q4 1:15, 3 pts) Carolina Panthers field goal — J. Kasay (Q4 0:08, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Carolina Panthers vs Arizona Cardinals?
J. Delhomme (Carolina Panthers), 60.6% completion, +0.06 EPA per dropback, +2.05 total passing EPA. J. McCown (Arizona Cardinals), 46.7% completion, -0.04 EPA per dropback, -1.23 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Carolina Panthers vs Arizona Cardinals?
A. Boldin (Arizona Cardinals) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +7.06 total EPA on Receiving plays. across 7 snaps. Their top snap (+2.69 EPA): (5:12) (Shotgun) 12-J.McCown pass to 81-A.Boldin to ARI 44 for 24 yards..
Was Carolina Panthers vs Arizona Cardinals a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Carolina Panthers won 20-17 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Carolina Panthers
Entered 8-5 Now 9-5 W
Arizona Cardinals
Entered 3-10 Now 3-11 L
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