Quick answer
- Winner
- New England Patriots
- Final score
- New England Patriots 17–10 Buffalo Bills
- Halftime
- New England Patriots 14–3 Buffalo Bills at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Riley Moss
- Top passer
- R. Fitzpatrick
- Biggest EPA play
- (5:48) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short middle to 82-J.Reed to NE 12 for 29 yards (99…
- Game date
- 2009-12-20
Game summary
The New England Patriots beat the Buffalo Bills 17–10 on 2009-12-20. Riley Moss posted a game-high +4.96 total EPA in the receiving.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 14 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 New England Patriots | 0 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
 Buffalo Bills | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 10 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
NENew England Patriots(5:40) 9-R.Lindell 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-65-G.Sanborn, Holder-8-B.Moorman.
(12:39) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short right to 81-R.Moss for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN [43-B.Scott]. Caught in rear of end zone.
3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.
(:28) 39-L.Maroney right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.
(4:47) 3-S.Gostkowski 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.
(3:07) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short left to 83-L.Evans for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught in front corner of end zone.
9-R.Lindell extra point is GOOD, Center-65-G.Sanborn, Holder-8-B.Moorman.
BUFBuffalo BillsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- BUFBuffalo Bills
Q1 5:40FG RLR. LindellPoints+3
- Yard line
- NE 7
- Score
- 0-3
(5:40) 9-R.Lindell 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-65-G.Sanborn, Holder-8-B.Moorman.
- NENew England Patriots
Q2 12:39TD Riley MossPoints+6
- Yard line
- BUF 13
- Score
- 6-3
(12:39) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short right to 81-R.Moss for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN [43-B.Scott]. Caught in rear of end zone.
- NENew England Patriots
Q2 12:34XP SGS. GostkowskiPoints+1
- Yard line
- BUF 2
- Score
- 7-3
3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.
- NENew England Patriots
Q2 0:28TD LML. MaroneyPoints+6
- Yard line
- BUF 1
- Score
- 13-3
(:28) 39-L.Maroney right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- NENew England Patriots
Q2 0:24XP SGS. GostkowskiPoints+1
- Yard line
- BUF 2
- Score
- 14-3
3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.
- NENew England Patriots
Q3 4:47FG SGS. GostkowskiPoints+3
- Yard line
- BUF 12
- Score
- 17-3
(4:47) 3-S.Gostkowski 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.
- BUFBuffalo Bills
Q4 3:07TD LEL. EvansPoints+6
- Yard line
- NE 11
- Score
- 17-9
(3:07) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short left to 83-L.Evans for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught in front corner of end zone.
- BUFBuffalo Bills
Q4 3:02XP RLR. LindellPoints+1
- Yard line
- NE 2
- Score
- 17-10
9-R.Lindell extra point is GOOD, Center-65-G.Sanborn, Holder-8-B.Moorman.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1Riley Moss · New England Patriots · Receiving · +4.96 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.71 EPA/play
- 2
Tyler Owens · Buffalo Bills · Receiving · +1.35 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.68 EPA/play - 3T. Brady · New England Patriots · Passing · +1.28 total EPA · 28 snaps · +0.05 EPA/play
- 4W. Welker · New England Patriots · Rushing · +1.07 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.07 EPA/play
- 5L. Maroney · New England Patriots · Rushing · +1.02 total EPA · 23 snaps · +0.04 EPA/play
- 6L. Evans · Buffalo Bills · Receiving · +0.88 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.15 EPA/play
- 7Keldric Faulk · New England Patriots · Rushing · +0.34 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.34 EPA/play
- 8Matt Slater · New England Patriots · Rushing · +0.26 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.26 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
Riley Moss — NE · Receiving
Riley Moss posted the highest total EPA (+4.96) in the game, the strongest overall impact for New England Patriots. Across 7 counted snaps, they averaged +0.71 EPA per play.
Riley Moss's top snap (+3.71 EPA): (12:52) 12-T.Brady pass incomplete deep middle to 81-R.Moss (20-D.Whitner). Ball fell at goal line. PENALTY on BUF-20-D.Whitner, Defensive Pass Interference, 43 yards, enforced at BUF 46 - No Play.
Biggest single play (+4.41 EPA): R. Fitzpatrick — (5:48) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short middle to 82-J.Reed to NE 12 for 29 yards (99-M.Wright). Caught at NE 34, crossing from right.
Quarterback report card
R. Fitzpatrick led all passers in efficiency for Buffalo Bills, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- R. Fitzpatrick (Buffalo Bills) · 32 dropbacks · 53.1% completion · +2.8% CPOE · -0.10 EPA/play · -3.13 total EPA
- T. Brady (New England Patriots) · 28 dropbacks · 39.3% completion · -9.6% CPOE · +0.05 EPA/play · +1.28 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | New England Patriots | Buffalo Bills |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.005 | -0.114 |
| Offensive success rate | 45.5% | 42.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.046 | -0.177 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.083 | -0.043 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.114 | +0.005 |
| Defensive success rate | 57.7% | 54.5% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, New England Patriots generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.01 vs -0.11), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- New England Patriots: -0.01 EPA/play (50th percentile vs. 2009 team-game averages)
- Buffalo Bills: -0.11 EPA/play (25th percentile vs. 2009 team-game averages)
- Buffalo Bills: 10 drives, -8.86 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- New England Patriots: 10 drives, -0.36 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- New England Patriots — Riley Moss (T. Brady pass)
- New England Patriots — L. Maroney
- Buffalo Bills — L. Evans (R. Fitzpatrick pass)
Field goals
- Buffalo Bills — R. Lindell
- New England Patriots — S. Gostkowski
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Buffalo Bills won the period 3–0. Buffalo Bills connected on a field goal from the NE 7 (Q1 5:40) — (5:40) 9-R.Lindell 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-65-G.Sanborn, Holder-8-B.Moorman..
The second quarter: New England Patriots won the period 14–0. New England Patriots found the end zone from the BUF 13 (Q2 12:39) — (12:39) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short right to 81-R.Moss for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN [43-B.Scott]. Caught in rear of end zone.; New England Patriots added 1 points from the BUF 2 (Q2 12:34) — 3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.; New England Patriots found the end zone from the BUF 1 (Q2 0:28) — (:28) 39-L.Maroney right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; New England Patriots added 1 points from the BUF 2 (Q2 0:24) — 3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson..
The third quarter: New England Patriots won the period 3–0. New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the BUF 12 (Q3 4:47) — (4:47) 3-S.Gostkowski 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson..
The fourth quarter: Buffalo Bills won the period 7–0. Buffalo Bills found the end zone from the NE 11 (Q4 3:07) — (3:07) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short left to 83-L.Evans for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught in front corner of end zone.; Buffalo Bills added 1 points from the NE 2 (Q4 3:02) — 9-R.Lindell extra point is GOOD, Center-65-G.Sanborn, Holder-8-B.Moorman..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Buffalo Bills (Q2) — End of half - 2:19 pm
- Buffalo Bills (Q2 0:03) — (:03) 9-R.Lindell 56 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-65-G.Sanborn, Holder-8-B.Moorman.
- New England Patriots (Q2 12:52) — (12:52) 12-T.Brady pass incomplete deep middle to 81-R.Moss (20-D.Whitner). Ball fell at goal line. PENALTY on BUF-20-D.Whitner, Defensive Pass Interference, 43 yards, enforced at BUF 46 - No Play.
- New England Patriots (Q1 2:46) — (2:46) 12-T.Brady pass short middle intended for 83-W.Welker INTERCEPTED by 51-P.Posluszny [94-A.Schobel] at BUF 39. 51-P.Posluszny to BUF 39 for no gain (83-W.Welker).
- New England Patriots (Q2 12:39) — (12:39) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short right to 81-R.Moss for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN [43-B.Scott]. Caught in rear of end zone.
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Buffalo Bills (Q4 5:48) — (5:48) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short middle to 82-J.Reed to NE 12 for 29 yards (99-M.Wright). Caught at NE 34, crossing from right.
- New England Patriots (Q1 2:46) — (2:46) 12-T.Brady pass short middle intended for 83-W.Welker INTERCEPTED by 51-P.Posluszny [94-A.Schobel] at BUF 39. 51-P.Posluszny to BUF 39 for no gain (83-W.Welker).
- New England Patriots (Q2 12:52) — (12:52) 12-T.Brady pass incomplete deep middle to 81-R.Moss (20-D.Whitner). Ball fell at goal line. PENALTY on BUF-20-D.Whitner, Defensive Pass Interference, 43 yards, enforced at BUF 46 - No Play.
- Buffalo Bills (Q4 4:24) — (4:24) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass incomplete short left to 82-J.Reed. Dropped, receiver in flat at NE 3.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Buffalo Bills FG (+3) — Q1 5:40 · NE 7 · Score 0-3
(5:40) 9-R.Lindell 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-65-G.Sanborn, Holder-8-B.Moorman. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q2 12:39 · BUF 13 · Score 6-3
(12:39) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short right to 81-R.Moss for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN [43-B.Scott]. Caught in rear of end zone. - New England Patriots XP (+1) — Q2 12:34 · BUF 2 · Score 7-3
3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q2 0:28 · BUF 1 · Score 13-3
(:28) 39-L.Maroney right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - New England Patriots XP (+1) — Q2 0:24 · BUF 2 · Score 14-3
3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q3 4:47 · BUF 12 · Score 17-3
(4:47) 3-S.Gostkowski 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson. - Buffalo Bills TD (+6) — Q4 3:07 · NE 11 · Score 17-9
(3:07) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short left to 83-L.Evans for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught in front corner of end zone. - Buffalo Bills XP (+1) — Q4 3:02 · NE 2 · Score 17-10
9-R.Lindell extra point is GOOD, Center-65-G.Sanborn, Holder-8-B.Moorman.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- New England Patriots earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- One-score margin — verify garbage-time stats before drawing fantasy conclusions.
- Riley Moss (New England Patriots) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- T. Brady (NE) finished below expected efficiency despite volume.
Frequently asked questions
Who won New England Patriots vs Buffalo Bills on 2009-12-20?
The New England Patriots beat the Buffalo Bills 17-10 in Week 15, 2009.
What was the score by quarter in New England Patriots vs Buffalo Bills?
Q1: New England Patriots 0, Buffalo Bills 3; Q2: New England Patriots 14, Buffalo Bills 0; Q3: New England Patriots 3, Buffalo Bills 0; Q4: New England Patriots 0, Buffalo Bills 7; Final: New England Patriots 17, Buffalo Bills 10.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in New England Patriots vs Buffalo Bills?
New England Patriots touchdown — R. Moss (T. Brady pass) (Q2 12:39) New England Patriots touchdown — L. Maroney (Q2 0:28) Buffalo Bills touchdown — L. Evans (R. Fitzpatrick pass) (Q4 3:07) Buffalo Bills field goal — R. Lindell (Q1 5:40, 3 pts) New England Patriots field goal — S. Gostkowski (Q3 4:47, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in New England Patriots vs Buffalo Bills?
R. Fitzpatrick (Buffalo Bills), 53.1% completion, +2.8% CPOE, -0.10 EPA per dropback, -3.13 total passing EPA. T. Brady (New England Patriots), 39.3% completion, -9.6% CPOE, +0.05 EPA per dropback, +1.28 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in New England Patriots vs Buffalo Bills?
Riley Moss (New England Patriots) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +4.96 total EPA on Receiving plays. across 7 snaps. Their top snap (+3.71 EPA): (12:52) 12-T.Brady pass incomplete deep middle to 81-R.Moss (20-D.Whitner). Ball fell at goal line. PENALTY on BUF-20-D.Whitner, Defensive Pass Interference, 43 yards, enforced at .
Was New England Patriots vs Buffalo Bills a close game?
Yes — the margin was 7 points. New England Patriots won 17-10 in a game that stayed within one score into the fourth quarter.
Season records after this game
New England Patriots
Entered 8-5 Now 9-5 W
Buffalo Bills
Entered 5-8 Now 5-9 L
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