Quick answer
- Winner
- Washington Commanders
- Final score
- Washington Commanders 33–31 Atlanta Falcons
- Halftime
- Washington Commanders 17–24 Atlanta Falcons at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- L. Coles
- Top passer
- P. Ramsey
- Biggest EPA play
- (7:12) 11-D.Johnson pass INTERCEPTED by 26-I.Ohalete at ATL 31. 26-I.Ohalete to ATL 1 for …
- Game date
- 2003-09-14
Game summary
The Washington Commanders beat the Atlanta Falcons 33–31 on 2003-09-14, overcoming Atlanta Falcons's 24–17 halftime lead. L. Coles posted a game-high +15.61 total EPA in the receiving.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 38 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Washington Commanders | 0 | 17 | 9 | 7 | 0 | 33 |
 Atlanta Falcons | 3 | 21 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 31 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
WASWashington Commanders(6:06) 4-J.Feely 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr.
(14:13) 45-T.Duckett left end for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Key blocks by 88-Q.McCord & 71-T.Claridge on the play.
4-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr.
(13:06) 45-T.Duckett left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
4-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr.
(8:42) 46-L.Betts up the middle for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker.
(5:42) 40-R.Cartwright right end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker.
(3:31) 11-D.Johnson pass to 83-A.Crumpler for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
4-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr.
(:12) 10-J.Hall 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker.
(9:58) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 87-R.Gardner for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on ATL-34-R.Buchanan, Defensive Pass Interference, declined.
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker.
(:26) 11-D.Johnson sacked in End Zone for -6 yards, SAFETY (98-J.Armstead).
(12:53) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 80-L.Coles for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker.
(2:30) 11-D.Johnson pass to 87-J.Farris for 42 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
4-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr.
ATLAtlanta FalconsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q1 6:06FG JFJ. FeelyPoints+3
- Yard line
- WAS 19
- Score
- 0-3
(6:06) 4-J.Feely 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 14:13TD TDT. DuckettPoints+6
- Yard line
- WAS 13
- Score
- 0-9
(14:13) 45-T.Duckett left end for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Key blocks by 88-Q.McCord & 71-T.Claridge on the play.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 14:05XP JFJ. FeelyPoints+1
- Yard line
- WAS 2
- Score
- 0-10
4-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 13:06TD TDT. DuckettPoints+6
- Yard line
- WAS 1
- Score
- 0-16
(13:06) 45-T.Duckett left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 13:02XP JFJ. FeelyPoints+1
- Yard line
- WAS 2
- Score
- 0-17
4-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q2 8:42TD LBL. BettsPoints+6
- Yard line
- ATL 13
- Score
- 6-17
(8:42) 46-L.Betts up the middle for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q2 8:36XP Points+1
- Yard line
- ATL 2
- Score
- 7-17
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q2 5:42TD RCR. CartwrightPoints+6
- Yard line
- ATL 1
- Score
- 13-17
(5:42) 40-R.Cartwright right end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q2 5:37XP Points+1
- Yard line
- ATL 2
- Score
- 14-17
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 3:31TD ACA. CrumplerPoints+6
- Yard line
- WAS 1
- Score
- 14-23
(3:31) 11-D.Johnson pass to 83-A.Crumpler for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 3:27XP JFJ. FeelyPoints+1
- Yard line
- WAS 2
- Score
- 14-24
4-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q2 0:12FG Points+3
- Yard line
- ATL 36
- Score
- 17-24
(:12) 10-J.Hall 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q3 9:58TD RGR. GardnerPoints+6
- Yard line
- ATL 21
- Score
- 23-24
(9:58) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 87-R.Gardner for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on ATL-34-R.Buchanan, Defensive Pass Interference, declined.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q3 9:52XP Points+1
- Yard line
- ATL 2
- Score
- 24-24
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q3 0:26Safety Dyontae JohnsonPoints+2
- Yard line
- WAS 94
- Score
- 26-24
(:26) 11-D.Johnson sacked in End Zone for -6 yards, SAFETY (98-J.Armstead).
- WASWashington Commanders
Q4 12:53TD LCL. ColesPoints+6
- Yard line
- ATL 19
- Score
- 32-24
(12:53) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 80-L.Coles for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q4 12:47XP Points+1
- Yard line
- ATL 2
- Score
- 33-24
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q4 2:30TD JFJ. FarrisPoints+6
- Yard line
- WAS 42
- Score
- 33-30
(2:30) 11-D.Johnson pass to 87-J.Farris for 42 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q4 2:22XP JFJ. FeelyPoints+1
- Yard line
- WAS 2
- Score
- 33-31
4-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1L. Coles · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +15.61 total EPA · 11 snaps · +1.42 EPA/play
- 2R. Gardner · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +6.64 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.74 EPA/play
- 3A. Crumpler · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +5.03 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.26 EPA/play
- 4J. Farris · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +4.49 total EPA · 2 snaps · +2.25 EPA/play
- 5P. Price · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +2.34 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.17 EPA/play
- 6T. Canidate · Washington Commanders · Rushing · +1.91 total EPA · 15 snaps · +0.13 EPA/play
- 7P. Ramsey · Washington Commanders · Passing · +1.87 total EPA · 45 snaps · +0.04 EPA/play
- 8T. Duckett · Atlanta Falcons · Rushing · +1.79 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.26 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
L. Coles — WAS · Receiving
L. Coles posted the highest total EPA (+15.61) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Washington Commanders. Across 11 counted snaps, they averaged +1.42 EPA per play.
L. Coles's top snap (+2.94 EPA): (12:53) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 80-L.Coles for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Biggest single play (-6.04 EPA): Dyontae Johnson — (7:12) 11-D.Johnson pass INTERCEPTED by 26-I.Ohalete at ATL 31. 26-I.Ohalete to ATL 1 for 30 yards.
Quarterback report card
P. Ramsey led all passers in efficiency for Washington Commanders, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- P. Ramsey (Washington Commanders) · 45 dropbacks · 55.6% completion · +0.04 EPA/play · +1.87 total EPA
- Dyontae Johnson (Atlanta Falcons) · 38 dropbacks · 42.1% completion · -0.29 EPA/play · -11.08 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Washington Commanders | Atlanta Falcons |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.052 | -0.127 |
| Offensive success rate | 43.3% | 40.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.042 | -0.312 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.009 | +0.106 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.127 | +0.052 |
| Defensive success rate | 60.0% | 56.7% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Washington Commanders generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.05 vs -0.13), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Washington Commanders: -0.05 EPA/play (41st percentile vs. 2003 team-game averages)
- Atlanta Falcons: -0.13 EPA/play (24th percentile vs. 2003 team-game averages)
- Atlanta Falcons: 17 drives, -10.80 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 16 drives, -5.38 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Atlanta Falcons — T. Duckett
- Atlanta Falcons — T. Duckett
- Washington Commanders — L. Betts
- Washington Commanders — R. Cartwright
- Atlanta Falcons — A. Crumpler (Dyontae Johnson pass)
- Washington Commanders — R. Gardner (P. Ramsey pass)
- Washington Commanders — L. Coles (P. Ramsey pass)
- Atlanta Falcons — J. Farris (Dyontae Johnson pass)
Field goals
- Atlanta Falcons — J. Feely
- Washington Commanders — Justin Hall
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Atlanta Falcons won the period 3–0. Atlanta Falcons connected on a field goal from the WAS 19 (Q1 6:06) — (6:06) 4-J.Feely 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr..
The second quarter: Atlanta Falcons won the period 21–17. Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the WAS 13 (Q2 14:13) — (14:13) 45-T.Duckett left end for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Key blocks by 88-Q.McCord & 71-T.Claridge on the play.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q2 14:05) — 4-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr.; Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the WAS 1 (Q2 13:06) — (13:06) 45-T.Duckett left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q2 13:02) — 4-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the ATL 13 (Q2 8:42) — (8:42) 46-L.Betts up the middle for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q2 8:36) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the ATL 1 (Q2 5:42) — (5:42) 40-R.Cartwright right end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q2 5:37) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker.; Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the WAS 1 (Q2 3:31) — (3:31) 11-D.Johnson pass to 83-A.Crumpler for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q2 3:27) — 4-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr.; Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the ATL 36 (Q2 0:12) — (:12) 10-J.Hall 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker..
The third quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 9–0. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the ATL 21 (Q3 9:58) — (9:58) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 87-R.Gardner for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on ATL-34-R.Buchanan, Defensive Pass Interference, declined.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q3 9:52) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker.; Washington Commanders registered a safety from the WAS 94 (Q3 0:26) — (:26) 11-D.Johnson sacked in End Zone for -6 yards, SAFETY (98-J.Armstead)..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the ATL 19 (Q4 12:53) — (12:53) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 80-L.Coles for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q4 12:47) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker.; Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the WAS 42 (Q4 2:30) — (2:30) 11-D.Johnson pass to 87-J.Farris for 42 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q4 2:22) — 4-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 0:06) — (:06) (Shotgun) 11-D.Johnson pass incomplete to 87-J.Farris.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q3 0:26) — (:26) 11-D.Johnson sacked in End Zone for -6 yards, SAFETY (98-J.Armstead).
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 2:30) — (2:30) 11-D.Johnson pass to 87-J.Farris for 42 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q2 7:12) — (7:12) 11-D.Johnson pass INTERCEPTED by 26-I.Ohalete at ATL 31. 26-I.Ohalete to ATL 1 for 30 yards.
- Washington Commanders (Q3 9:58) — (9:58) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 87-R.Gardner for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on ATL-34-R.Buchanan, Defensive Pass Interference, declined.
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q2 7:12) — (7:12) 11-D.Johnson pass INTERCEPTED by 26-I.Ohalete at ATL 31. 26-I.Ohalete to ATL 1 for 30 yards.
- Washington Commanders (Q2 13:12) — (13:12) 11-P.Ramsey sacked at WAS 6 for -6 yards (52-M.Stewart). FUMBLES (52-M.Stewart), RECOVERED by ATL-95-E.Jasper at WAS 1. 95-E.Jasper to WAS 1 for no gain (50-L.Moore). ATL attempted to challeng
- Washington Commanders (Q2 11:20) — (11:20) 11-P.Ramsey sacked at WAS 24 for -6 yards (59-S.Rogers). FUMBLES (59-S.Rogers), RECOVERED by ATL-97-P.Kerney at WAS 25. 97-P.Kerney to WAS 25 for no gain (77-R.Thomas).
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 2:30) — (2:30) 11-D.Johnson pass to 87-J.Farris for 42 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Atlanta Falcons FG (+3) — Q1 6:06 · WAS 19 · Score 0-3
(6:06) 4-J.Feely 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q2 14:13 · WAS 13 · Score 0-9
(14:13) 45-T.Duckett left end for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Key blocks by 88-Q.McCord & 71-T.Claridge on the play. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q2 14:05 · WAS 2 · Score 0-10
4-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q2 13:06 · WAS 1 · Score 0-16
(13:06) 45-T.Duckett left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q2 13:02 · WAS 2 · Score 0-17
4-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 8:42 · ATL 13 · Score 6-17
(8:42) 46-L.Betts up the middle for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 8:36 · ATL 2 · Score 7-17
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 5:42 · ATL 1 · Score 13-17
(5:42) 40-R.Cartwright right end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 5:37 · ATL 2 · Score 14-17
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q2 3:31 · WAS 1 · Score 14-23
(3:31) 11-D.Johnson pass to 83-A.Crumpler for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q2 3:27 · WAS 2 · Score 14-24
4-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q2 0:12 · ATL 36 · Score 17-24
(:12) 10-J.Hall 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q3 9:58 · ATL 21 · Score 23-24
(9:58) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 87-R.Gardner for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on ATL-34-R.Buchanan, Defensive Pass Interference, declined. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q3 9:52 · ATL 2 · Score 24-24
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker. - Washington Commanders Safety (+2) — Q3 0:26 · WAS 94 · Score 26-24
(:26) 11-D.Johnson sacked in End Zone for -6 yards, SAFETY (98-J.Armstead). - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 12:53 · ATL 19 · Score 32-24
(12:53) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 80-L.Coles for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q4 12:47 · ATL 2 · Score 33-24
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-B.Barker. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q4 2:30 · WAS 42 · Score 33-30
(2:30) 11-D.Johnson pass to 87-J.Farris for 42 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q4 2:22 · WAS 2 · Score 33-31
4-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-13-C.Mohr.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Washington Commanders earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- One-score margin — verify garbage-time stats before drawing fantasy conclusions.
- L. Coles (Washington Commanders) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Washington Commanders vs Atlanta Falcons on 2003-09-14?
The Washington Commanders beat the Atlanta Falcons 33-31 in Week 2, 2003.
What was the score by quarter in Washington Commanders vs Atlanta Falcons?
Q1: Washington Commanders 0, Atlanta Falcons 3; Q2: Washington Commanders 17, Atlanta Falcons 21; Q3: Washington Commanders 9, Atlanta Falcons 0; Q4: Washington Commanders 7, Atlanta Falcons 7; Final: Washington Commanders 33, Atlanta Falcons 31.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Washington Commanders vs Atlanta Falcons?
Atlanta Falcons touchdown — T. Duckett (Q2 14:13) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — T. Duckett (Q2 13:06) Washington Commanders touchdown — L. Betts (Q2 8:42) Washington Commanders touchdown — R. Cartwright (Q2 5:42) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — A. Crumpler (D. Johnson pass) (Q2 3:31) Washington Commanders touchdown — R. Gardner (P. Ramsey pass) (Q3 9:58) Washington Commanders touchdown — L. Coles (P. Ramsey pass) (Q4 12:53) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — J. Farris (D. Johnson pass) (Q4 2:30) Atlanta Falcons field goal — J. Feely (Q1 6:06, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — J. Hall (Q2 0:12, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Washington Commanders vs Atlanta Falcons?
P. Ramsey (Washington Commanders), 55.6% completion, +0.04 EPA per dropback, +1.87 total passing EPA. Dyontae Johnson (Atlanta Falcons), 42.1% completion, -0.29 EPA per dropback, -11.08 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Washington Commanders vs Atlanta Falcons?
L. Coles (Washington Commanders) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +15.61 total EPA on Receiving plays. across 11 snaps. Their top snap (+2.94 EPA): (12:53) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 80-L.Coles for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Was Washington Commanders vs Atlanta Falcons a close game?
Yes — the margin was 2 points. Washington Commanders won 33-31 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Washington Commanders
Entered 1-0 Now 2-0 W
Atlanta Falcons
Entered 1-0 Now 1-1 L
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