Quick answer
- Winner
- Indianapolis Colts
- Final score
- Indianapolis Colts 26–21 New York Giants
- Halftime
- Indianapolis Colts 16–7 New York Giants at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Paul Manning
- Top passer
- Paul Manning
- Biggest EPA play
- (1:36) 10-E.Manning FUMBLES (Aborted) at IND 49, RECOVERED by IND-98-R.Mathis at IND 49. 9…
- Game date
- 2006-09-10
Game summary
The Indianapolis Colts beat the New York Giants 26–21 on 2006-09-10. Paul Manning posted a game-high +12.72 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 20 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Indianapolis Colts | 3 | 13 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 26 |
 New York Giants | 0 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 21 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
INDIndianapolis Colts(6:11) 4-A.Vinatieri 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
(12:27) 4-A.Vinatieri 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
(2:43) 18-P.Manning pass short right to 44-D.Clark for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
(:40) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right to 17-P.Burress for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
(:05) 4-A.Vinatieri 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
4-A.Vinatieri kicks 68 yards from IND 30 to NYG 2. 29-C.Morton to NYG 31 for 29 yards (94-R.Morris).
(7:20) 10-E.Manning pass short right to 80-J.Shockey for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
(13:21) 33-D.Rhodes up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
(8:08) 27-B.Jacobs right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on IND-91-J.Thomas, Defensive Offside, declined.
2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
(1:16) 4-A.Vinatieri 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
NYGNew York GiantsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q1 6:11FG AVA. VinatieriPoints+3
- Yard line
- NYG 8
- Score
- 3-0
(6:11) 4-A.Vinatieri 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q2 12:27FG AVA. VinatieriPoints+3
- Yard line
- NYG 15
- Score
- 6-0
(12:27) 4-A.Vinatieri 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q2 2:43TD Dean ClarkPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYG 2
- Score
- 12-0
(2:43) 18-P.Manning pass short right to 44-D.Clark for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q2 2:25XP AVA. VinatieriPoints+1
- Yard line
- NYG 2
- Score
- 13-0
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q2 0:40TD PBP. BurressPoints+6
- Yard line
- IND 34
- Score
- 13-6
(:40) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right to 17-P.Burress for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q2 0:32XP JFJ. FeelyPoints+1
- Yard line
- IND 2
- Score
- 13-7
2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q2 0:05FG AVA. VinatieriPoints+3
- Yard line
- NYG 31
- Score
- 16-7
(:05) 4-A.Vinatieri 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q3 15:00FG AVA. VinatieriPoints+3
- Yard line
- IND 30
- Score
- 16-7
4-A.Vinatieri kicks 68 yards from IND 30 to NYG 2. 29-C.Morton to NYG 31 for 29 yards (94-R.Morris).
- NYGNew York Giants
Q3 7:20TD JSJ. ShockeyPoints+6
- Yard line
- IND 15
- Score
- 16-13
(7:20) 10-E.Manning pass short right to 80-J.Shockey for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q3 7:10XP JFJ. FeelyPoints+1
- Yard line
- IND 2
- Score
- 16-14
2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q4 13:21TD DRD. RhodesPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYG 1
- Score
- 22-14
(13:21) 33-D.Rhodes up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q4 13:13XP AVA. VinatieriPoints+1
- Yard line
- NYG 2
- Score
- 23-14
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q4 8:08TD BJB. JacobsPoints+6
- Yard line
- IND 1
- Score
- 23-20
(8:08) 27-B.Jacobs right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on IND-91-J.Thomas, Defensive Offside, declined.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q4 8:01XP JFJ. FeelyPoints+1
- Yard line
- IND 2
- Score
- 23-21
2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q4 1:16FG AVA. VinatieriPoints+3
- Yard line
- NYG 15
- Score
- 26-21
(1:16) 4-A.Vinatieri 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1Paul Manning · Indianapolis Colts · Passing · +12.72 total EPA · 43 snaps · +0.30 EPA/play
- 2
Malik Harrison · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +9.85 total EPA · 9 snaps · +1.09 EPA/play - 3P. Burress · New York Giants · Receiving · +8.10 total EPA · 4 snaps · +2.03 EPA/play
- 4E. Manning · New York Giants · Passing · +8.05 total EPA · 35 snaps · +0.23 EPA/play
- 5Dean Clark · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +7.45 total EPA · 3 snaps · +2.48 EPA/play
- 6R. Wayne · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +6.96 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.74 EPA/play
- 7Taye Barber · New York Giants · Receiving · +6.28 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.26 EPA/play
- 8J. Shockey · New York Giants · Receiving · +5.41 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.08 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
Paul Manning — IND · Passing
Paul Manning posted the highest total EPA (+12.72) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Indianapolis Colts. Across 43 counted snaps, they averaged +0.30 EPA per play.
Paul Manning's top snap (-3.99 EPA): (2:04) 18-P.Manning pass deep middle intended for 44-D.Clark INTERCEPTED by 25-R.McQuarters at NYG 38. 25-R.McQuarters to IND 46 for 16 yards (29-J.Addai).
Biggest single play (-4.65 EPA): E. Manning — (1:36) 10-E.Manning FUMBLES (Aborted) at IND 49, RECOVERED by IND-98-R.Mathis at IND 49. 98-R.Mathis to IND 49 for no gain (21-T.Barber).
Quarterback report card
Paul Manning led all passers in efficiency for Indianapolis Colts, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- Paul Manning (Indianapolis Colts) · 43 dropbacks · 58.1% completion · +2.0% CPOE · +0.30 EPA/play · +12.72 total EPA
- E. Manning (New York Giants) · 35 dropbacks · 57.1% completion · -2.2% CPOE · +0.23 EPA/play · +8.05 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Indianapolis Colts | New York Giants |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.161 | +0.060 |
| Offensive success rate | 51.2% | 56.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.296 | +0.230 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.146 | +0.122 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.060 | -0.161 |
| Defensive success rate | 43.8% | 48.8% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Indianapolis Colts generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.16 vs +0.06), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Indianapolis Colts: +0.16 EPA/play (90th percentile vs. 2006 team-game averages)
- New York Giants: +0.06 EPA/play (72nd percentile vs. 2006 team-game averages)
- Indianapolis Colts: 9 drives, +13.23 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
- New York Giants: 9 drives, +4.76 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Indianapolis Colts — Dean Clark (Paul Manning pass)
- New York Giants — P. Burress (E. Manning pass)
- New York Giants — J. Shockey (E. Manning pass)
- Indianapolis Colts — D. Rhodes
- New York Giants — B. Jacobs
Field goals
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Vinatieri
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Vinatieri
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Vinatieri
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Vinatieri
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Vinatieri
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 3–0. Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the NYG 8 (Q1 6:11) — (6:11) 4-A.Vinatieri 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith..
The second quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 13–7. Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the NYG 15 (Q2 12:27) — (12:27) 4-A.Vinatieri 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.; Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the NYG 2 (Q2 2:43) — (2:43) 18-P.Manning pass short right to 44-D.Clark for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q2 2:25) — 4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.; New York Giants found the end zone from the IND 34 (Q2 0:40) — (:40) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right to 17-P.Burress for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Giants added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q2 0:32) — 2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles.; Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the NYG 31 (Q2 0:05) — (:05) 4-A.Vinatieri 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith..
The third quarter: New York Giants won the period 7–3. Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the IND 30 (Q3 15:00) — 4-A.Vinatieri kicks 68 yards from IND 30 to NYG 2. 29-C.Morton to NYG 31 for 29 yards (94-R.Morris).; New York Giants found the end zone from the IND 15 (Q3 7:20) — (7:20) 10-E.Manning pass short right to 80-J.Shockey for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Giants added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q3 7:10) — 2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles..
The fourth quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 10–7. Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the NYG 1 (Q4 13:21) — (13:21) 33-D.Rhodes up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q4 13:13) — 4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.; New York Giants found the end zone from the IND 1 (Q4 8:08) — (8:08) 27-B.Jacobs right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on IND-91-J.Thomas, Defensive Offside, declined.; New York Giants added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q4 8:01) — 2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles.; Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the NYG 15 (Q4 1:16) — (1:16) 4-A.Vinatieri 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- New York Giants (Q3 1:36) — (1:36) 10-E.Manning FUMBLES (Aborted) at IND 49, RECOVERED by IND-98-R.Mathis at IND 49. 98-R.Mathis to IND 49 for no gain (21-T.Barber).
- Indianapolis Colts (Q3 2:04) — (2:04) 18-P.Manning pass deep middle intended for 44-D.Clark INTERCEPTED by 25-R.McQuarters at NYG 38. 25-R.McQuarters to IND 46 for 16 yards (29-J.Addai).
- New York Giants (Q3 7:20) — (7:20) 10-E.Manning pass short right to 80-J.Shockey for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New York Giants (Q4 4:03) — (4:03) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep middle intended for 81-A.Toomer INTERCEPTED by 25-N.Harper at NYG 38. 25-N.Harper to NYG 34 for 4 yards (81-A.Toomer).
- New York Giants (Q4 0:07) — (:07) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass incomplete deep left to 17-P.Burress (41-A.Bethea).
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- New York Giants (Q3 1:36) — (1:36) 10-E.Manning FUMBLES (Aborted) at IND 49, RECOVERED by IND-98-R.Mathis at IND 49. 98-R.Mathis to IND 49 for no gain (21-T.Barber).
- New York Giants (Q2 0:40) — (:40) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right to 17-P.Burress for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q3 2:04) — (2:04) 18-P.Manning pass deep middle intended for 44-D.Clark INTERCEPTED by 25-R.McQuarters at NYG 38. 25-R.McQuarters to IND 46 for 16 yards (29-J.Addai).
- New York Giants (Q2 8:54) — (8:54) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep middle to 17-P.Burress to IND 26 for 37 yards (21-B.Sanders).
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q1 6:11 · NYG 8 · Score 3-0
(6:11) 4-A.Vinatieri 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q2 12:27 · NYG 15 · Score 6-0
(12:27) 4-A.Vinatieri 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q2 2:43 · NYG 2 · Score 12-0
(2:43) 18-P.Manning pass short right to 44-D.Clark for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q2 2:25 · NYG 2 · Score 13-0
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - New York Giants TD (+6) — Q2 0:40 · IND 34 · Score 13-6
(:40) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right to 17-P.Burress for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Giants XP (+1) — Q2 0:32 · IND 2 · Score 13-7
2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q2 0:05 · NYG 31 · Score 16-7
(:05) 4-A.Vinatieri 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q3 15:00 · IND 30 · Score 16-7
4-A.Vinatieri kicks 68 yards from IND 30 to NYG 2. 29-C.Morton to NYG 31 for 29 yards (94-R.Morris). - New York Giants TD (+6) — Q3 7:20 · IND 15 · Score 16-13
(7:20) 10-E.Manning pass short right to 80-J.Shockey for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Giants XP (+1) — Q3 7:10 · IND 2 · Score 16-14
2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q4 13:21 · NYG 1 · Score 22-14
(13:21) 33-D.Rhodes up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q4 13:13 · NYG 2 · Score 23-14
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - New York Giants TD (+6) — Q4 8:08 · IND 1 · Score 23-20
(8:08) 27-B.Jacobs right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on IND-91-J.Thomas, Defensive Offside, declined. - New York Giants XP (+1) — Q4 8:01 · IND 2 · Score 23-21
2-J.Feely extra point is GOOD, Center-90-R.Kuehl, Holder-18-J.Feagles. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q4 1:16 · NYG 15 · Score 26-21
(1:16) 4-A.Vinatieri 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Indianapolis Colts earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- One-score margin — verify garbage-time stats before drawing fantasy conclusions.
- Paul Manning (Indianapolis Colts) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Indianapolis Colts vs New York Giants on 2006-09-10?
The Indianapolis Colts beat the New York Giants 26-21 in Week 1, 2006.
What was the score by quarter in Indianapolis Colts vs New York Giants?
Q1: Indianapolis Colts 3, New York Giants 0; Q2: Indianapolis Colts 13, New York Giants 7; Q3: Indianapolis Colts 3, New York Giants 7; Q4: Indianapolis Colts 10, New York Giants 7; Final: Indianapolis Colts 26, New York Giants 21.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Indianapolis Colts vs New York Giants?
Indianapolis Colts touchdown — D. Clark (P. Manning pass) (Q2 2:43) New York Giants touchdown — P. Burress (E. Manning pass) (Q2 0:40) New York Giants touchdown — J. Shockey (E. Manning pass) (Q3 7:20) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — D. Rhodes (Q4 13:21) New York Giants touchdown — B. Jacobs (Q4 8:08) Indianapolis Colts field goal — A. Vinatieri (Q1 6:11, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — A. Vinatieri (Q2 12:27, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — A. Vinatieri (Q2 0:05, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — A. Vinatieri (Q3 15:00, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — A. Vinatieri (Q4 1:16, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Indianapolis Colts vs New York Giants?
Paul Manning (Indianapolis Colts), 58.1% completion, +2.0% CPOE, +0.30 EPA per dropback, +12.72 total passing EPA. E. Manning (New York Giants), 57.1% completion, -2.2% CPOE, +0.23 EPA per dropback, +8.05 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Indianapolis Colts vs New York Giants?
Paul Manning (Indianapolis Colts) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +12.72 total EPA on Passing plays. across 43 snaps. Their top snap (-3.99 EPA): (2:04) 18-P.Manning pass deep middle intended for 44-D.Clark INTERCEPTED by 25-R.McQuarters at NYG 38. 25-R.McQuarters to IND 46 for 16 yards (29-J.Addai)..
Was Indianapolis Colts vs New York Giants a close game?
Yes — the margin was 5 points. Indianapolis Colts won 26-21 in a game that stayed within one score into the fourth quarter.
Season records after this game
Indianapolis Colts
Now 1-0 W
New York Giants
Now 0-1 L
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