Quick answer
- Winner
- Washington Commanders
- Final score
- Washington Commanders 35–20 New York Giants
- Halftime
- New York Giants 17–21 Washington Commanders at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- S. Moss
- Top passer
- E. Manning
- Biggest EPA play
- (2:27) 8-M.Brunell pass intended for 83-J.Thrash INTERCEPTED by 57-C.Blackburn at WAS 31. …
- Game date
- 2005-12-24
Game summary
The Washington Commanders beat the New York Giants 35–20 on 2005-12-24. S. Moss posted a game-high +16.92 total EPA in the receiving.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 24 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 New York Giants | 10 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 20 |
 Washington Commanders | 14 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 35 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
NYGNew York Giants(6:09) 8-M.Brunell pass to 89-S.Moss for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.
(3:15) 2-J.Feely 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
(2:27) 8-M.Brunell pass intended for 83-J.Thrash INTERCEPTED by 57-C.Blackburn at WAS 31. 57-C.Blackburn for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
(:23) 8-M.Brunell pass to 89-S.Moss for 59 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.
(3:21) 26-C.Portis pass to 47-C.Cooley for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Handoff from 8-M.Brunell
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.
(:17) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass to 81-A.Toomer for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Pass deflected by NYG 84-T.Carter Play Challenged by Review Assistant and Upheld.
2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
(5:55) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 89-S.Moss for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.
(3:00) 2-J.Feely 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
(12:50) 26-C.Portis left end for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.
WASWashington CommandersFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q1 6:09TD SMS. MossPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYG 17
- Score
- 0-6
(6:09) 8-M.Brunell pass to 89-S.Moss for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q1 6:02XP Points+1
- Yard line
- NYG 2
- Score
- 0-7
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q1 3:15FG JFJ. FeelyPoints+3
- Yard line
- WAS 29
- Score
- 3-7
(3:15) 2-J.Feely 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q1 2:27TD CBC. BlackburnPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYG 76
- Score
- 9-7
(2:27) 8-M.Brunell pass intended for 83-J.Thrash INTERCEPTED by 57-C.Blackburn at WAS 31. 57-C.Blackburn for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q1 2:20XP JFJ. FeelyPoints+1
- Yard line
- WAS 2
- Score
- 10-7
2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q1 0:23TD SMS. MossPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYG 59
- Score
- 10-13
(:23) 8-M.Brunell pass to 89-S.Moss for 59 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q1 0:13XP Points+1
- Yard line
- NYG 2
- Score
- 10-14
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q2 3:21TD CCC. CooleyPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYG 17
- Score
- 10-20
(3:21) 26-C.Portis pass to 47-C.Cooley for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Handoff from 8-M.Brunell
- WASWashington Commanders
Q2 3:15XP Points+1
- Yard line
- NYG 2
- Score
- 10-21
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q2 0:17TD ATA. ToomerPoints+6
- Yard line
- WAS 25
- Score
- 16-21
(:17) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass to 81-A.Toomer for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Pass deflected by NYG 84-T.Carter Play Challenged by Review Assistant and Upheld.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q2 0:10XP JFJ. FeelyPoints+1
- Yard line
- WAS 2
- Score
- 17-21
2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q3 5:55TD SMS. MossPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYG 72
- Score
- 17-27
(5:55) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 89-S.Moss for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q3 5:45XP Points+1
- Yard line
- NYG 2
- Score
- 17-28
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q3 3:00FG JFJ. FeelyPoints+3
- Yard line
- WAS 20
- Score
- 20-28
(3:00) 2-J.Feely 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q4 12:50TD CPC. PortisPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYG 19
- Score
- 20-34
(12:50) 26-C.Portis left end for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q4 12:43XP Points+1
- Yard line
- NYG 2
- Score
- 20-35
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1S. Moss · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +16.92 total EPA · 5 snaps · +3.38 EPA/play
- 2P. Ramsey · Washington Commanders · Passing · +10.14 total EPA · 7 snaps · +1.45 EPA/play
- 3A. Toomer · New York Giants · Receiving · +9.47 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.58 EPA/play
- 4C. Cooley · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +4.80 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.96 EPA/play
- 5C. Portis · Washington Commanders · Passing · +2.91 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.91 EPA/play
- 6Taye Barber · New York Giants · Receiving · +2.78 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.46 EPA/play
- 7V. Shiancoe · New York Giants · Receiving · +2.73 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.91 EPA/play
- 8M. Brunell · Washington Commanders · Passing · +2.59 total EPA · 14 snaps · +0.19 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
S. Moss — WAS · Receiving
S. Moss posted the highest total EPA (+16.92) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Washington Commanders. Across 5 counted snaps, they averaged +3.38 EPA per play.
S. Moss's top snap (+6.15 EPA): (5:55) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 89-S.Moss for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Biggest single play (-7.25 EPA): M. Brunell — (2:27) 8-M.Brunell pass intended for 83-J.Thrash INTERCEPTED by 57-C.Blackburn at WAS 31. 57-C.Blackburn for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
E. Manning led all passers in efficiency for New York Giants, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- E. Manning (New York Giants) · 48 dropbacks · 47.9% completion · -0.02 EPA/play · -0.75 total EPA
- M. Brunell (Washington Commanders) · 14 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · +0.19 EPA/play · +2.59 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | New York Giants | Washington Commanders |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.026 | +0.183 |
| Offensive success rate | 47.0% | 50.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.027 | +0.711 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.003 | -0.090 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.183 | -0.026 |
| Defensive success rate | 50.0% | 53.0% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Washington Commanders held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.18 vs +0.03), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- New York Giants: +0.03 EPA/play (57th percentile vs. 2005 team-game averages)
- Washington Commanders: +0.18 EPA/play (89th percentile vs. 2005 team-game averages)
- New York Giants: 12 drives, +2.20 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 12 drives, +15.00 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Washington Commanders — S. Moss (M. Brunell pass)
- New York Giants — C. Blackburn
- Washington Commanders — S. Moss (M. Brunell pass)
- Washington Commanders — C. Cooley (C. Portis pass)
- New York Giants — A. Toomer (E. Manning pass)
- Washington Commanders — S. Moss (P. Ramsey pass)
- Washington Commanders — C. Portis
Field goals
- New York Giants — J. Feely
- New York Giants — J. Feely
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 14–10. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the NYG 17 (Q1 6:09) — (6:09) 8-M.Brunell pass to 89-S.Moss for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q1 6:02) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.; New York Giants connected on a field goal from the WAS 29 (Q1 3:15) — (3:15) 2-J.Feely 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles.; New York Giants found the end zone from the NYG 76 (Q1 2:27) — (2:27) 8-M.Brunell pass intended for 83-J.Thrash INTERCEPTED by 57-C.Blackburn at WAS 31. 57-C.Blackburn for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Giants added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q1 2:20) — 2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the NYG 59 (Q1 0:23) — (:23) 8-M.Brunell pass to 89-S.Moss for 59 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q1 0:13) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost..
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the NYG 17 (Q2 3:21) — (3:21) 26-C.Portis pass to 47-C.Cooley for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Handoff from 8-M.Brunell; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q2 3:15) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.; New York Giants found the end zone from the WAS 25 (Q2 0:17); New York Giants added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q2 0:10) — 2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles..
The third quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 7–3. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the NYG 72 (Q3 5:55) — (5:55) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 89-S.Moss for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q3 5:45) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.; New York Giants connected on a field goal from the WAS 20 (Q3 3:00) — (3:00) 2-J.Feely 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles..
The fourth quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 7–0. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the NYG 19 (Q4 12:50) — (12:50) 26-C.Portis left end for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q4 12:43) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Washington Commanders (Q1 2:27) — (2:27) 8-M.Brunell pass intended for 83-J.Thrash INTERCEPTED by 57-C.Blackburn at WAS 31. 57-C.Blackburn for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q3 5:55) — (5:55) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 89-S.Moss for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q1 0:23) — (:23) 8-M.Brunell pass to 89-S.Moss for 59 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New York Giants (Q3 8:04) — (8:04) 2-J.Feely 29 yard field goal is BLOCKED (97-R.Wynn), Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles, RECOVERED by WAS-27-W.Harris at WAS 12. 27-W.Harris pushed ob at WAS 17 for 5 yards (2-J.Feely).
- New York Giants (Q2 4:10) — (4:10) 10-E.Manning pass intended for 80-J.Shockey INTERCEPTED by 98-L.Marshall at NYG 47. 98-L.Marshall to NYG 20 for 27 yards (34-D.Ward).
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Washington Commanders (Q1 2:27) — (2:27) 8-M.Brunell pass intended for 83-J.Thrash INTERCEPTED by 57-C.Blackburn at WAS 31. 57-C.Blackburn for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q3 5:55) — (5:55) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 89-S.Moss for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New York Giants (Q2 4:10) — (4:10) 10-E.Manning pass intended for 80-J.Shockey INTERCEPTED by 98-L.Marshall at NYG 47. 98-L.Marshall to NYG 20 for 27 yards (34-D.Ward).
- Washington Commanders (Q1 0:23) — (:23) 8-M.Brunell pass to 89-S.Moss for 59 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q1 6:09 · NYG 17 · Score 0-6
(6:09) 8-M.Brunell pass to 89-S.Moss for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q1 6:02 · NYG 2 · Score 0-7
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost. - New York Giants FG (+3) — Q1 3:15 · WAS 29 · Score 3-7
(3:15) 2-J.Feely 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles. - New York Giants TD (+6) — Q1 2:27 · NYG 76 · Score 9-7
(2:27) 8-M.Brunell pass intended for 83-J.Thrash INTERCEPTED by 57-C.Blackburn at WAS 31. 57-C.Blackburn for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Giants XP (+1) — Q1 2:20 · WAS 2 · Score 10-7
2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q1 0:23 · NYG 59 · Score 10-13
(:23) 8-M.Brunell pass to 89-S.Moss for 59 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q1 0:13 · NYG 2 · Score 10-14
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 3:21 · NYG 17 · Score 10-20
(3:21) 26-C.Portis pass to 47-C.Cooley for 17 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Handoff from 8-M.Brunell - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 3:15 · NYG 2 · Score 10-21
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost. - New York Giants TD (+6) — Q2 0:17 · WAS 25 · Score 16-21
(:17) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass to 81-A.Toomer for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Pass deflected by NYG 84-T.Carter Play Challenged by Review Assistant and Upheld. - New York Giants XP (+1) — Q2 0:10 · WAS 2 · Score 17-21
2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q3 5:55 · NYG 72 · Score 17-27
(5:55) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 89-S.Moss for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q3 5:45 · NYG 2 · Score 17-28
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost. - New York Giants FG (+3) — Q3 3:00 · WAS 20 · Score 20-28
(3:00) 2-J.Feely 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 12:50 · NYG 19 · Score 20-34
(12:50) 26-C.Portis left end for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q4 12:43 · NYG 2 · Score 20-35
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-4-D.Frost.
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.
- S. Moss (Washington Commanders) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
Frequently asked questions
Who won New York Giants vs Washington Commanders on 2005-12-24?
The Washington Commanders beat the New York Giants 35-20 in Week 16, 2005.
What was the score by quarter in New York Giants vs Washington Commanders?
Q1: New York Giants 10, Washington Commanders 14; Q2: New York Giants 7, Washington Commanders 7; Q3: New York Giants 3, Washington Commanders 7; Q4: New York Giants 0, Washington Commanders 7; Final: New York Giants 20, Washington Commanders 35.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in New York Giants vs Washington Commanders?
Washington Commanders touchdown — S. Moss (M. Brunell pass) (Q1 6:09) New York Giants touchdown — C. Blackburn (Q1 2:27) Washington Commanders touchdown — S. Moss (M. Brunell pass) (Q1 0:23) Washington Commanders touchdown — C. Cooley (C. Portis pass) (Q2 3:21) New York Giants touchdown — A. Toomer (E. Manning pass) (Q2 0:17) Washington Commanders touchdown — S. Moss (P. Ramsey pass) (Q3 5:55) Washington Commanders touchdown — C. Portis (Q4 12:50) New York Giants field goal — J. Feely (Q1 3:15, 3 pts) New York Giants field goal — J. Feely (Q3 3:00, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in New York Giants vs Washington Commanders?
E. Manning (New York Giants), 47.9% completion, -0.02 EPA per dropback, -0.75 total passing EPA. M. Brunell (Washington Commanders), 50.0% completion, +0.19 EPA per dropback, +2.59 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in New York Giants vs Washington Commanders?
S. Moss (Washington Commanders) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +16.92 total EPA on Receiving plays. across 5 snaps. Their top snap (+6.15 EPA): (5:55) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 89-S.Moss for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Season records after this game
New York Giants
Entered 10-4 Now 10-5 L
Washington Commanders
Entered 8-6 Now 9-6 W
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