Quick answer
- Winner
- Philadelphia Eagles
- Final score
- Philadelphia Eagles 17–14 Washington Commanders
- Halftime
- Halftime score unavailable
- FantasyHQ MVP
- T. Pinkston
- Top passer
- P. Ramsey
- Biggest EPA play
- (:30) 5-D.McNabb pass to 87-T.Pinkston to WAS 4 for 80 yards (25-R.Clark).
- Game date
- 2004-12-12
Game summary
The Philadelphia Eagles beat the Washington Commanders 17–14 on 2004-12-12. T. Pinkston posted a game-high +8.97 total EPA in the receiving.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 14 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q3 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17 | |
| 7 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1
T. Pinkston · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +8.97 total EPA · 3 snaps · +2.99 EPA/play - 2
L. Coles · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +7.96 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.66 EPA/play - 3
C. Cooley · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +7.77 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.55 EPA/play - 4
B. Westbrook · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +3.49 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.58 EPA/play - 5
G. Lewis · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +1.99 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.00 EPA/play - 6
D. McNabb · Philadelphia Eagles · Passing · +1.94 total EPA · 42 snaps · +0.05 EPA/play - 7

Lecitus Smith · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +1.81 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.91 EPA/play - 8
Jamari Thrash · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +1.16 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.58 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
T. Pinkston — PHI · Receiving
T. Pinkston posted the highest total EPA (+8.97) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Philadelphia Eagles. Across 3 counted snaps, they averaged +2.99 EPA per play.
T. Pinkston's top snap (+5.83 EPA): (:30) 5-D.McNabb pass to 87-T.Pinkston to WAS 4 for 80 yards (25-R.Clark).
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) · 48 dropbacks · 60.4% completion · -0.02 EPA/play · -1.14 total EPA
D. McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles) · 42 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · +0.05 EPA/play · +1.94 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | ||
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.008 | -0.073 |
| Offensive success rate | 40.3% | 38.5% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.044 | -0.031 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.032 | -0.057 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.073 | +0.008 |
| Defensive success rate | 61.5% | 59.7% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Philadelphia Eagles generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.01 vs -0.07), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Philadelphia Eagles: -0.01 EPA/play (46th percentile vs. 2004 team-game averages)
- Washington Commanders: -0.07 EPA/play (31st percentile vs. 2004 team-game averages)
- Philadelphia Eagles: 15 drives, -0.64 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 14 drives, -6.97 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
Washington Commanders — C. Portis 
Philadelphia Eagles — Lecitus Smith (D. McNabb pass)
Philadelphia Eagles — D. Levens
Washington Commanders — C. Portis
Field goals
Philadelphia Eagles — D. Akers
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the PHI 5 (Q1 14:17) — (14:17) 26-C.Portis left guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q1 14:14) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-19-T.Tupa.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the WAS 2 (Q1 13:03) — (13:03) 5-D.McNabb pass to 82-L.Smith for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q1 12:49) — 2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer..
The third quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 10–0. Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the WAS 20 (Q3 10:48) — (10:48) 2-D.Akers 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the WAS 1 (Q3 0:30) — (:30) 25-D.Levens right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q3 0:25) — 2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer..
The fourth quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 7–0. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the PHI 2 (Q4 12:08) — (12:08) 26-C.Portis left tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q4 12:04) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-19-T.Tupa..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Washington Commanders (Q4 1:54) — (1:54) 11-P.Ramsey pass intended for 47-C.Cooley INTERCEPTED by 20-B.Dawkins at PHI 0. Touchback. Play Challenged by Review Assistant and Upheld.
- Washington Commanders (Q4 3:11) — (3:11) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 47-C.Cooley to PHI 38 for 31 yards (32-M.Lewis).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 0:30) — (:30) 5-D.McNabb pass to 87-T.Pinkston to WAS 4 for 80 yards (25-R.Clark).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 15:00) — (15:00) 5-D.McNabb pass to 81-T.Owens to WAS 5 for -1 yards (58-A.Pierce). FUMBLES (58-A.Pierce), RECOVERED by WAS-58-A.Pierce at WAS 6. 58-A.Pierce to WAS 8 for 2 yards (81-T.Owens).
- Washington Commanders (Q1 15:00) — 2-D.Akers kicks 54 yards from PHI 30 to WAS 16. 46-L.Betts to PHI 14 for 70 yards (83-G.Lewis). PENALTY on PHI-52-J.Short, Face Mask (15 Yards), 7 yards, enforced at PHI 14.
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 0:30) — (:30) 5-D.McNabb pass to 87-T.Pinkston to WAS 4 for 80 yards (25-R.Clark).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 15:00) — (15:00) 5-D.McNabb pass to 81-T.Owens to WAS 5 for -1 yards (58-A.Pierce). FUMBLES (58-A.Pierce), RECOVERED by WAS-58-A.Pierce at WAS 6. 58-A.Pierce to WAS 8 for 2 yards (81-T.Owens).
- Washington Commanders (Q1 15:00) — 2-D.Akers kicks 54 yards from PHI 30 to WAS 16. 46-L.Betts to PHI 14 for 70 yards (83-G.Lewis). PENALTY on PHI-52-J.Short, Face Mask (15 Yards), 7 yards, enforced at PHI 14.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 13:03) — (13:03) 5-D.McNabb pass incomplete to 81-T.Owens. PENALTY on WAS-24-S.Springs, Defensive Pass Interference, 47 yards, enforced at WAS 49 - No Play.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q1 14:17 · PHI 5 · Score 0-6
(14:17) 26-C.Portis left guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q1 14:14 · PHI 2 · Score 0-7
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-19-T.Tupa.
Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q1 13:03 · WAS 2 · Score 6-7
(13:03) 5-D.McNabb pass to 82-L.Smith for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q1 12:49 · WAS 2 · Score 7-7
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer.
Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q3 10:48 · WAS 20 · Score 10-7
(10:48) 2-D.Akers 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer.
Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q3 0:30 · WAS 1 · Score 16-7
(:30) 25-D.Levens right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q3 0:25 · WAS 2 · Score 17-7
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-88-M.Bartrum, Holder-10-K.Detmer.
Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 12:08 · PHI 2 · Score 17-13
(12:08) 26-C.Portis left tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q4 12:04 · PHI 2 · Score 17-14
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-19-T.Tupa.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Philadelphia Eagles earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- One-score margin — verify garbage-time stats before drawing fantasy conclusions.
- T. Pinkston (Philadelphia Eagles) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders on 2004-12-12?
The Philadelphia Eagles beat the Washington Commanders 17-14 in Week 14, 2004.
What was the score by quarter in Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders?
Q1: Philadelphia Eagles 7, Washington Commanders 7; Q3: Philadelphia Eagles 10, Washington Commanders 0; Q4: Philadelphia Eagles 0, Washington Commanders 7; Final: Philadelphia Eagles 17, Washington Commanders 14.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders?
Washington Commanders touchdown — C. Portis (Q1 14:17) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — L. Smith (D. McNabb pass) (Q1 13:03) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — D. Levens (Q3 0:30) Washington Commanders touchdown — C. Portis (Q4 12:08) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — D. Akers (Q3 10:48, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders?
P. Ramsey (Washington Commanders), 60.4% completion, -0.02 EPA per dropback, -1.14 total passing EPA. D. McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles), 50.0% completion, +0.05 EPA per dropback, +1.94 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders?
T. Pinkston (Philadelphia Eagles) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +8.97 total EPA on Receiving plays. across 3 snaps. Their top snap (+5.83 EPA): (:30) 5-D.McNabb pass to 87-T.Pinkston to WAS 4 for 80 yards (25-R.Clark)..
Was Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Philadelphia Eagles won 17-14 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 11-1 Now 12-1 W
Washington Commanders
Entered 4-8 Now 4-9 L