Quick answer
- Winner
- Chicago Bears
- Final score
- Chicago Bears 29–13 Indianapolis Colts
- Halftime
- Chicago Bears 15–6 Indianapolis Colts at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- R. Wayne
- Top passer
- Paul Manning
- Biggest EPA play
- (2:01) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short right to 88-M.Harrison to IND 21 for 5…
- Game date
- 2008-09-07
Game summary
The Chicago Bears beat the Indianapolis Colts 29–13 on 2008-09-07. R. Wayne posted a game-high +6.38 total EPA in the receiving.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 14 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Chicago Bears | 7 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 29 |
 Indianapolis Colts | 3 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
CHIChicago Bears(5:56) 4-A.Vinatieri 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
(5:07) 22-M.Forte up the middle for 50 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
9-R.Gould extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.
(9:42) 4-A.Vinatieri 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
(4:48) 9-R.Gould 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.
(4:05) 29-J.Addai left end tackled in End Zone for -2 yards, SAFETY (93-A.Ogunleye). Indianapolis challenged the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. (Timeout #3 at 03:59.)
(:04) 9-R.Gould 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.
(9:22) (No Huddle) 18-P.Manning pass short middle to 87-R.Wayne for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
(2:01) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short right to 88-M.Harrison to IND 21 for 5 yards (33-C.Tillman). FUMBLES (33-C.Tillman), RECOVERED by CHI-55-L.Briggs at IND 21. 55-L.Briggs for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Indianapolis challenged the pass completion ruling, and the play was Upheld. (Timeout #1 at 01:52.)
9-R.Gould extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.
(9:01) (Run formation) 37-J.McKie up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
9-R.Gould extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.
INDIndianapolis ColtsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q1 5:56FG AVA. VinatieriPoints+3
- Yard line
- CHI 21
- Score
- 0-3
(5:56) 4-A.Vinatieri 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q1 5:07TD MFM. FortePoints+6
- Yard line
- IND 50
- Score
- 6-3
(5:07) 22-M.Forte up the middle for 50 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q1 4:59XP RGR. GouldPoints+1
- Yard line
- IND 2
- Score
- 7-3
9-R.Gould extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q2 9:42FG AVA. VinatieriPoints+3
- Yard line
- CHI 16
- Score
- 7-6
(9:42) 4-A.Vinatieri 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q2 4:48FG RGR. GouldPoints+3
- Yard line
- IND 23
- Score
- 10-6
(4:48) 9-R.Gould 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q2 4:05Safety JAJ. AddaiPoints+2
- Yard line
- CHI 98
- Score
- 12-6
(4:05) 29-J.Addai left end tackled in End Zone for -2 yards, SAFETY (93-A.Ogunleye). Indianapolis challenged the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. (Timeout #3 at 03:59.)
- CHIChicago Bears
Q2 0:04FG RGR. GouldPoints+3
- Yard line
- IND 7
- Score
- 15-6
(:04) 9-R.Gould 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q3 9:22TD RWR. WaynePoints+6
- Yard line
- CHI 6
- Score
- 15-12
(9:22) (No Huddle) 18-P.Manning pass short middle to 87-R.Wayne for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q3 9:18XP AVA. VinatieriPoints+1
- Yard line
- CHI 2
- Score
- 15-13
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q3 2:01TD Malik HarrisonPoints+6
- Yard line
- CHI 84
- Score
- 21-13
(2:01) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short right to 88-M.Harrison to IND 21 for 5 yards (33-C.Tillman). FUMBLES (33-C.Tillman), RECOVERED by CHI-55-L.Briggs at IND 21. 55-L.Briggs for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Indianapolis challenged the pass completion ruling, and the play was Upheld. (Timeout #1 at 01:52.)
- CHIChicago Bears
Q3 1:52XP RGR. GouldPoints+1
- Yard line
- IND 2
- Score
- 22-13
9-R.Gould extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q4 9:01TD JMJ. McKiePoints+6
- Yard line
- IND 1
- Score
- 28-13
(9:01) (Run formation) 37-J.McKie up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q4 8:56XP RGR. GouldPoints+1
- Yard line
- IND 2
- Score
- 29-13
9-R.Gould extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1R. Wayne · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +6.38 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.64 EPA/play
- 2
Dean Clark · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +4.88 total EPA · 2 snaps · +2.44 EPA/play - 3A. Gonzalez · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +4.07 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.81 EPA/play
- 4K. Orton · Chicago Bears · Passing · +4.03 total EPA · 24 snaps · +0.17 EPA/play
- 5M. Forte · Chicago Bears · Rushing · +2.86 total EPA · 24 snaps · +0.12 EPA/play
- 6G. Olsen · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +2.46 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.23 EPA/play
- 7M. Forte · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +2.30 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.77 EPA/play
- 8B. Lloyd · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +1.12 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.56 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
R. Wayne — IND · Receiving
R. Wayne posted the highest total EPA (+6.38) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Indianapolis Colts. Across 10 counted snaps, they averaged +0.64 EPA per play.
R. Wayne's top snap (+1.76 EPA): (9:22) (No Huddle) 18-P.Manning pass short middle to 87-R.Wayne for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Biggest single play (-7.22 EPA): Paul Manning — (2:01) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short right to 88-M.Harrison to IND 21 for 5 yards (33-C.Tillman). FUMBLES (33-C.Tillman), RECOVERED by CHI-55-L.Briggs at IND 21. 55-L.Briggs for 21 yard
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) · 54 dropbacks · 55.6% completion · -5.5% CPOE · -0.12 EPA/play · -6.35 total EPA
- K. Orton (Chicago Bears) · 24 dropbacks · 54.2% completion · +3.8% CPOE · +0.17 EPA/play · +4.03 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Chicago Bears | Indianapolis Colts |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.079 | -0.147 |
| Offensive success rate | 47.0% | 40.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.168 | -0.118 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.043 | -0.309 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.147 | -0.079 |
| Defensive success rate | 59.8% | 53.0% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Chicago Bears generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.08 vs -0.15), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Chicago Bears: +0.08 EPA/play (69th percentile vs. 2008 team-game averages)
- Indianapolis Colts: -0.15 EPA/play (19th percentile vs. 2008 team-game averages)
- Chicago Bears: 10 drives, +6.52 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Indianapolis Colts: 10 drives, -12.06 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Chicago Bears — M. Forte
- Indianapolis Colts — R. Wayne (Paul Manning pass)
- Chicago Bears — Malik Harrison (Paul Manning pass)
- Chicago Bears — J. McKie
Field goals
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Vinatieri
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Vinatieri
- Chicago Bears — R. Gould
- Chicago Bears — R. Gould
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Chicago Bears won the period 7–3. Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the CHI 21 (Q1 5:56) — (5:56) 4-A.Vinatieri 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.; Chicago Bears found the end zone from the IND 50 (Q1 5:07) — (5:07) 22-M.Forte up the middle for 50 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q1 4:59) — 9-R.Gould extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard..
The second quarter: Chicago Bears won the period 8–3. Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the CHI 16 (Q2 9:42) — (9:42) 4-A.Vinatieri 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.; Chicago Bears connected on a field goal from the IND 23 (Q2 4:48) — (4:48) 9-R.Gould 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.; Chicago Bears registered a safety from the CHI 98 (Q2 4:05); Chicago Bears connected on a field goal from the IND 7 (Q2 0:04) — (:04) 9-R.Gould 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard..
The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the CHI 6 (Q3 9:22) — (9:22) (No Huddle) 18-P.Manning pass short middle to 87-R.Wayne for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q3 9:18) — 4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.; Chicago Bears found the end zone from the CHI 84 (Q3 2:01); Chicago Bears added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q3 1:52) — 9-R.Gould extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard..
The fourth quarter: Chicago Bears won the period 7–0. Chicago Bears found the end zone from the IND 1 (Q4 9:01) — (9:01) (Run formation) 37-J.McKie up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q4 8:56) — 9-R.Gould extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q3 2:01) — (2:01) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short right to 88-M.Harrison to IND 21 for 5 yards (33-C.Tillman). FUMBLES (33-C.Tillman), RECOVERED by CHI-55-L.Briggs at IND 21. 55-L.Briggs for 21 yard
- Chicago Bears (Q1 5:07) — (5:07) 22-M.Forte up the middle for 50 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q2 4:38) — (4:38) 18-P.Manning sacked at IND 2 for -10 yards (94-M.Harrison).
- Chicago Bears (Q2 3:00) — (3:00) (Run formation) 18-K.Orton pass deep left to 80-B.Lloyd to CHI 48 for 18 yards (23-T.Jennings).
- Chicago Bears (Q3 2:48) — (2:48) 18-K.Orton sacked at IND 41 for -7 yards (98-R.Mathis). FUMBLES (98-R.Mathis), and recovers at IND 40. 18-K.Orton to IND 40 for no gain (79-R.Brock). Minus 6 sack yards.
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q3 2:01) — (2:01) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short right to 88-M.Harrison to IND 21 for 5 yards (33-C.Tillman). FUMBLES (33-C.Tillman), RECOVERED by CHI-55-L.Briggs at IND 21. 55-L.Briggs for 21 yard
- Chicago Bears (Q1 5:07) — (5:07) 22-M.Forte up the middle for 50 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 13:47) — (13:47) 38-D.Rhodes up the middle to IND 48 for -2 yards (93-A.Ogunleye, 55-L.Briggs).
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 4:25) — (4:25) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass incomplete short right to 47-G.Robinson.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q1 5:56 · CHI 21 · Score 0-3
(5:56) 4-A.Vinatieri 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q1 5:07 · IND 50 · Score 6-3
(5:07) 22-M.Forte up the middle for 50 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q1 4:59 · IND 2 · Score 7-3
9-R.Gould extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q2 9:42 · CHI 16 · Score 7-6
(9:42) 4-A.Vinatieri 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Chicago Bears FG (+3) — Q2 4:48 · IND 23 · Score 10-6
(4:48) 9-R.Gould 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard. - Chicago Bears Safety (+2) — Q2 4:05 · CHI 98 · Score 12-6
(4:05) 29-J.Addai left end tackled in End Zone for -2 yards, SAFETY (93-A.Ogunleye). Indianapolis challenged the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. (Timeout #3 at 03:59.) - Chicago Bears FG (+3) — Q2 0:04 · IND 7 · Score 15-6
(:04) 9-R.Gould 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q3 9:22 · CHI 6 · Score 15-12
(9:22) (No Huddle) 18-P.Manning pass short middle to 87-R.Wayne for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q3 9:18 · CHI 2 · Score 15-13
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q3 2:01 · CHI 84 · Score 21-13
(2:01) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short right to 88-M.Harrison to IND 21 for 5 yards (33-C.Tillman). FUMBLES (33-C.Tillman), RECOVERED by CHI-55-L.Briggs at IND 21. 55-L.Briggs for 21 yard - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q3 1:52 · IND 2 · Score 22-13
9-R.Gould extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q4 9:01 · IND 1 · Score 28-13
(9:01) (Run formation) 37-J.McKie up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q4 8:56 · IND 2 · Score 29-13
9-R.Gould extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Chicago Bears earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- R. Wayne (Indianapolis Colts) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- Paul Manning (IND) finished below expected efficiency despite volume.
- K. Orton (CHI) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
Frequently asked questions
Who won Chicago Bears vs Indianapolis Colts on 2008-09-07?
The Chicago Bears beat the Indianapolis Colts 29-13 in Week 1, 2008.
What was the score by quarter in Chicago Bears vs Indianapolis Colts?
Q1: Chicago Bears 7, Indianapolis Colts 3; Q2: Chicago Bears 8, Indianapolis Colts 3; Q3: Chicago Bears 7, Indianapolis Colts 7; Q4: Chicago Bears 7, Indianapolis Colts 0; Final: Chicago Bears 29, Indianapolis Colts 13.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Chicago Bears vs Indianapolis Colts?
Chicago Bears touchdown — M. Forte (Q1 5:07) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — R. Wayne (P. Manning pass) (Q3 9:22) Chicago Bears touchdown — M. Harrison (P. Manning pass) (Q3 2:01) Chicago Bears touchdown — J. McKie (Q4 9:01) Indianapolis Colts field goal — A. Vinatieri (Q1 5:56, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — A. Vinatieri (Q2 9:42, 3 pts) Chicago Bears field goal — R. Gould (Q2 4:48, 3 pts) Chicago Bears field goal — R. Gould (Q2 0:04, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Chicago Bears vs Indianapolis Colts?
Paul Manning (Indianapolis Colts), 55.6% completion, -5.5% CPOE, -0.12 EPA per dropback, -6.35 total passing EPA. K. Orton (Chicago Bears), 54.2% completion, +3.8% CPOE, +0.17 EPA per dropback, +4.03 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Chicago Bears vs Indianapolis Colts?
R. Wayne (Indianapolis Colts) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +6.38 total EPA on Receiving plays. across 10 snaps. Their top snap (+1.76 EPA): (9:22) (No Huddle) 18-P.Manning pass short middle to 87-R.Wayne for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Season records after this game
Chicago Bears
Now 1-0 W
Indianapolis Colts
Now 0-1 L
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