Quick answer
- Winner
- Philadelphia Eagles
- Final score
- Philadelphia Eagles 26–14 Minnesota Vikings
- Halftime
- Philadelphia Eagles 16–14 Minnesota Vikings at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- J. Avant
- Top passer
- Trishton Jackson
- Biggest EPA play
- (6:43) (Shotgun) 7-T.Jackson pass short right intended for 18-S.Rice INTERCEPTED by 22-A.S…
- Game date
- 2009-01-04
Game summary
The Philadelphia Eagles beat the Minnesota Vikings 26–14 on 2009-01-04. J. Avant posted a game-high +5.50 total EPA in the receiving.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 24 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Philadelphia Eagles | 6 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 26 |
 Minnesota Vikings | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
PHIPhiladelphia Eagles(6:49) 2-D.Akers 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.
(:02) 2-D.Akers 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.
(11:14) 28-A.Peterson up the middle for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
8-R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe.
(7:38) 2-D.Akers 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.
(6:43) (Shotgun) 7-T.Jackson pass short right intended for 18-S.Rice INTERCEPTED by 22-A.Samuel at MIN 44. 22-A.Samuel for 44 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on PHI, Unsportsmanlike Conduct, 15 yards, enforced between downs.
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.
(1:55) 28-A.Peterson left tackle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
8-R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe.
(6:53) 5-D.McNabb pass short right to 36-B.Westbrook for 71 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.
(2:00) 2-D.Akers 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.
MINMinnesota VikingsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q1 6:49FG DAD. AkersPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIN 26
- Score
- 3-0
(6:49) 2-D.Akers 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q1 0:02FG DAD. AkersPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIN 33
- Score
- 6-0
(:02) 2-D.Akers 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 11:14TD APA. PetersonPoints+6
- Yard line
- PHI 40
- Score
- 6-6
(11:14) 28-A.Peterson up the middle for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 11:05XP RLR. LongwellPoints+1
- Yard line
- PHI 2
- Score
- 6-7
8-R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q2 7:38FG DAD. AkersPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIN 13
- Score
- 9-7
(7:38) 2-D.Akers 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q2 6:43TD Asante Samuel Jr.Points+6
- Yard line
- PHI 65
- Score
- 15-7
(6:43) (Shotgun) 7-T.Jackson pass short right intended for 18-S.Rice INTERCEPTED by 22-A.Samuel at MIN 44. 22-A.Samuel for 44 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on PHI, Unsportsmanlike Conduct, 15 yards, enforced between downs.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q2 6:34XP DAD. AkersPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIN 2
- Score
- 16-7
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 1:55TD APA. PetersonPoints+6
- Yard line
- PHI 3
- Score
- 16-13
(1:55) 28-A.Peterson left tackle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 1:51XP RLR. LongwellPoints+1
- Yard line
- PHI 2
- Score
- 16-14
8-R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q4 6:53TD BWB. WestbrookPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIN 71
- Score
- 22-14
(6:53) 5-D.McNabb pass short right to 36-B.Westbrook for 71 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q4 6:37XP DAD. AkersPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIN 2
- Score
- 23-14
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q4 2:00FG DAD. AkersPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIN 27
- Score
- 26-14
(2:00) 2-D.Akers 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1J. Avant · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +5.50 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.10 EPA/play
- 2B. Westbrook · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +5.46 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.82 EPA/play
- 3K. Curtis · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +4.70 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.17 EPA/play
- 4D. McNabb · Philadelphia Eagles · Passing · +3.94 total EPA · 37 snaps · +0.11 EPA/play
- 5B. Berrian · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +3.72 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.86 EPA/play
- 6J. Kleinsasser · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +3.40 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.70 EPA/play
- 7
Drake Jackson · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +3.30 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.30 EPA/play - 8S. Rice · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +2.99 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.49 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
J. Avant — PHI · Receiving
J. Avant posted the highest total EPA (+5.50) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Philadelphia Eagles. Across 5 counted snaps, they averaged +1.10 EPA per play.
Biggest single play (-7.89 EPA): Trishton Jackson — (6:43) (Shotgun) 7-T.Jackson pass short right intended for 18-S.Rice INTERCEPTED by 22-A.Samuel at MIN 44. 22-A.Samuel for 44 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on PHI, Unsportsmanlike Conduct, 15 yards, enfor
Quarterback report card
Trishton Jackson led all passers in efficiency for Minnesota Vikings, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
Trishton Jackson (Minnesota Vikings) · 40 dropbacks · 37.5% completion · -22.4% CPOE · -0.14 EPA/play · -5.56 total EPA- D. McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles) · 37 dropbacks · 62.2% completion · +4.9% CPOE · +0.11 EPA/play · +3.94 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Philadelphia Eagles | Minnesota Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.008 | -0.173 |
| Offensive success rate | 45.9% | 41.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.107 | -0.139 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.283 | -0.169 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.173 | -0.008 |
| Defensive success rate | 58.8% | 54.1% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Philadelphia Eagles generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.01 vs -0.17), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Philadelphia Eagles: +0.01 EPA/play (52nd percentile vs. 2008 team-game averages)
- Minnesota Vikings: -0.17 EPA/play (15th percentile vs. 2008 team-game averages)
- Minnesota Vikings: 13 drives, -16.83 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Philadelphia Eagles: 13 drives, +0.63 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Minnesota Vikings — A. Peterson
- Philadelphia Eagles — Asante Samuel Jr.
- Minnesota Vikings — A. Peterson
- Philadelphia Eagles — B. Westbrook (D. McNabb pass)
Field goals
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Akers
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Akers
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Akers
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Akers
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 6–0. Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the MIN 26 (Q1 6:49) — (6:49) 2-D.Akers 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.; Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the MIN 33 (Q1 0:02) — (:02) 2-D.Akers 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca..
The second quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 14–10. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the PHI 40 (Q2 11:14) — (11:14) 28-A.Peterson up the middle for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q2 11:05) — 8-R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe.; Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the MIN 13 (Q2 7:38) — (7:38) 2-D.Akers 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the PHI 65 (Q2 6:43); Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q2 6:34) — 2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the PHI 3 (Q2 1:55) — (1:55) 28-A.Peterson left tackle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q2 1:51) — 8-R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe..
The fourth quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 10–0. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the MIN 71 (Q4 6:53) — (6:53) 5-D.McNabb pass short right to 36-B.Westbrook for 71 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q4 6:37) — 2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.; Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the MIN 27 (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) 2-D.Akers 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q2 6:43) — (6:43) (Shotgun) 7-T.Jackson pass short right intended for 18-S.Rice INTERCEPTED by 22-A.Samuel at MIN 44. 22-A.Samuel for 44 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on PHI, Unsportsmanlike Conduct, 15 yards, enfor
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 0:52) — (:52) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb sacked at MIN 46 for -8 yards (69-J.Allen). FUMBLES (69-J.Allen), RECOVERED by MIN-90-F.Evans at MIN 46. 90-F.Evans to MIN 46 for no gain (67-J.Jackson).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 6:53) — (6:53) 5-D.McNabb pass short right to 36-B.Westbrook for 71 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q2 11:14) — (11:14) 28-A.Peterson up the middle for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 9:27) — (9:27) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb pass deep right to 10-D.Jackson ran ob at MIN 21 for 34 yards.
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q2 6:43) — (6:43) (Shotgun) 7-T.Jackson pass short right intended for 18-S.Rice INTERCEPTED by 22-A.Samuel at MIN 44. 22-A.Samuel for 44 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on PHI, Unsportsmanlike Conduct, 15 yards, enfor
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 6:53) — (6:53) 5-D.McNabb pass short right to 36-B.Westbrook for 71 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 0:52) — (:52) (Shotgun) 5-D.McNabb sacked at MIN 46 for -8 yards (69-J.Allen). FUMBLES (69-J.Allen), RECOVERED by MIN-90-F.Evans at MIN 46. 90-F.Evans to MIN 46 for no gain (67-J.Jackson).
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 2:53) — (2:53) (Shotgun) 7-T.Jackson Aborted. 78-M.Birk FUMBLES at 50, RECOVERED by PHI-75-J.Parker at MIN 47. 75-J.Parker to MIN 47 for no gain (7-T.Jackson).
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q1 6:49 · MIN 26 · Score 3-0
(6:49) 2-D.Akers 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q1 0:02 · MIN 33 · Score 6-0
(:02) 2-D.Akers 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q2 11:14 · PHI 40 · Score 6-6
(11:14) 28-A.Peterson up the middle for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q2 11:05 · PHI 2 · Score 6-7
8-R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q2 7:38 · MIN 13 · Score 9-7
(7:38) 2-D.Akers 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q2 6:43 · PHI 65 · Score 15-7
(6:43) (Shotgun) 7-T.Jackson pass short right intended for 18-S.Rice INTERCEPTED by 22-A.Samuel at MIN 44. 22-A.Samuel for 44 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on PHI, Unsportsmanlike Conduct, 15 yards, enfor - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q2 6:34 · MIN 2 · Score 16-7
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q2 1:55 · PHI 3 · Score 16-13
(1:55) 28-A.Peterson left tackle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q2 1:51 · PHI 2 · Score 16-14
8-R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-5-C.Kluwe. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q4 6:53 · MIN 71 · Score 22-14
(6:53) 5-D.McNabb pass short right to 36-B.Westbrook for 71 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q4 6:37 · MIN 2 · Score 23-14
2-D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q4 2:00 · MIN 27 · Score 26-14
(2:00) 2-D.Akers 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-6-S.Rocca.
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.
- J. Avant (Philadelphia Eagles) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- Trishton Jackson (MIN) finished below expected efficiency despite volume.
- D. McNabb (PHI) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
Frequently asked questions
Who won Philadelphia Eagles vs Minnesota Vikings on 2009-01-04?
The Philadelphia Eagles beat the Minnesota Vikings 26-14 in Week 18, 2008.
What was the score by quarter in Philadelphia Eagles vs Minnesota Vikings?
Q1: Philadelphia Eagles 6, Minnesota Vikings 0; Q2: Philadelphia Eagles 10, Minnesota Vikings 14; Q4: Philadelphia Eagles 10, Minnesota Vikings 0; Final: Philadelphia Eagles 26, Minnesota Vikings 14.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Philadelphia Eagles vs Minnesota Vikings?
Minnesota Vikings touchdown — A. Peterson (Q2 11:14) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — A. Samuel (Q2 6:43) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — A. Peterson (Q2 1:55) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — B. Westbrook (D. McNabb pass) (Q4 6:53) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — D. Akers (Q1 6:49, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — D. Akers (Q1 0:02, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — D. Akers (Q2 7:38, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — D. Akers (Q4 2:00, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Philadelphia Eagles vs Minnesota Vikings?
Trishton Jackson (Minnesota Vikings), 37.5% completion, -22.4% CPOE, -0.14 EPA per dropback, -5.56 total passing EPA. D. McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles), 62.2% completion, +4.9% CPOE, +0.11 EPA per dropback, +3.94 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Philadelphia Eagles vs Minnesota Vikings?
J. Avant (Philadelphia Eagles) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +5.50 total EPA on Receiving plays. across 5 snaps.
Season records after this game
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 9-6 Now 10-6 W
Minnesota Vikings
Entered 10-6 Now 10-7 L
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