Quick answer
- Winner
- New York Giants
- Final score
- New York Giants 45–12 Washington Commanders
- Halftime
- New York Giants 24–0 Washington Commanders at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- E. Manning
- Top passer
- Jihaad Campbell
- Biggest EPA play
- (6:14) (Shotgun) 17-J.Campbell pass short right intended for 86-F.Davis INTERCEPTED by 24-…
- Game date
- 2009-12-21
Game summary
The New York Giants beat the Washington Commanders 45–12 on 2009-12-21. E. Manning posted a game-high +24.71 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 26 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 New York Giants | 7 | 17 | 14 | 7 | 0 | 45 |
 Washington Commanders | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
NYGNew York Giants(5:53) (Shotgun) 44-A.Bradshaw right guard for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. NYG-69-R.Seubert was injured during the play. His return is Questionable.
9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
(14:25) 44-A.Bradshaw left tackle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
(8:10) 9-L.Tynes 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
(4:41) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass short left to 12-S.Smith for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
(10:38) 17-J.Campbell pass short middle to 86-F.Davis for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
(6:26) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right to 80-D.Hagan for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
(6:14) (Shotgun) 17-J.Campbell pass short right intended for 86-F.Davis INTERCEPTED by 24-T.Thomas at WAS 14. 24-T.Thomas for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
(:14) 35-Q.Ganther left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
(12:55) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right to 82-M.Manningham for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
WASWashington CommandersFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q1 5:53TD ABA. BradshawPoints+6
- Yard line
- WAS 3
- Score
- 6-0
(5:53) (Shotgun) 44-A.Bradshaw right guard for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. NYG-69-R.Seubert was injured during the play. His return is Questionable.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q1 5:47XP LTL. TynesPoints+1
- Yard line
- WAS 2
- Score
- 7-0
9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q2 14:25TD ABA. BradshawPoints+6
- Yard line
- WAS 4
- Score
- 13-0
(14:25) 44-A.Bradshaw left tackle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q2 14:21XP LTL. TynesPoints+1
- Yard line
- WAS 2
- Score
- 14-0
9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q2 8:10FG LTL. TynesPoints+3
- Yard line
- WAS 20
- Score
- 17-0
(8:10) 9-L.Tynes 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q2 4:41TD Points+6
- Yard line
- WAS 6
- Score
- 23-0
(4:41) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass short left to 12-S.Smith for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q2 4:36XP LTL. TynesPoints+1
- Yard line
- WAS 2
- Score
- 24-0
9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q3 10:38TD Points+6
- Yard line
- NYG 11
- Score
- 24-6
(10:38) 17-J.Campbell pass short middle to 86-F.Davis for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q3 6:26TD DHD. HaganPoints+6
- Yard line
- WAS 23
- Score
- 30-6
(6:26) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right to 80-D.Hagan for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q3 6:21XP LTL. TynesPoints+1
- Yard line
- WAS 2
- Score
- 31-6
9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q3 6:14TD Trevian ThomasPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYG 88
- Score
- 37-6
(6:14) (Shotgun) 17-J.Campbell pass short right intended for 86-F.Davis INTERCEPTED by 24-T.Thomas at WAS 14. 24-T.Thomas for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q3 6:07XP LTL. TynesPoints+1
- Yard line
- WAS 2
- Score
- 38-6
9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q3 0:14TD QGQ. GantherPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYG 1
- Score
- 38-12
(:14) 35-Q.Ganther left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q4 12:55TD MMM. ManninghamPoints+6
- Yard line
- WAS 25
- Score
- 44-12
(12:55) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right to 82-M.Manningham for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q4 12:48XP LTL. TynesPoints+1
- Yard line
- WAS 2
- Score
- 45-12
9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1E. Manning · New York Giants · Passing · +24.71 total EPA · 28 snaps · +0.88 EPA/play
- 2A. Bradshaw · New York Giants · Rushing · +7.33 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.73 EPA/play
- 3M. Manningham · New York Giants · Receiving · +4.99 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.25 EPA/play
- 4H. Nicks · New York Giants · Receiving · +4.91 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.64 EPA/play
- 5A. Bradshaw · New York Giants · Receiving · +3.67 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.92 EPA/play
- 6D. Hagan · New York Giants · Receiving · +3.44 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.44 EPA/play
- 7D. Hixon · New York Giants · Receiving · +2.95 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.98 EPA/play
- 8K. Boss · New York Giants · Receiving · +2.73 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.55 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
E. Manning — NYG · Passing
E. Manning posted the highest total EPA (+24.71) in the game, the strongest overall impact for New York Giants. Across 28 counted snaps, they averaged +0.88 EPA per play.
E. Manning's top snap (+4.09 EPA): (5:33) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep middle to 88-H.Nicks to WAS 6 for 45 yards (27-F.Smoot, 30-L.Landry).
Biggest single play (-7.21 EPA): Jihaad Campbell — (6:14) (Shotgun) 17-J.Campbell pass short right intended for 86-F.Davis INTERCEPTED by 24-T.Thomas at WAS 14. 24-T.Thomas for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
Jihaad Campbell led all passers in efficiency for Washington Commanders, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
Jihaad Campbell (Washington Commanders) · 37 dropbacks · 40.5% completion · -10.1% CPOE · -0.23 EPA/play · -8.45 total EPA- E. Manning (New York Giants) · 28 dropbacks · 67.9% completion · +12.1% CPOE · +0.88 EPA/play · +24.71 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | New York Giants | Washington Commanders |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.330 | -0.170 |
| Offensive success rate | 55.1% | 39.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.799 | -0.197 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.122 | -0.165 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.170 | -0.330 |
| Defensive success rate | 60.3% | 44.9% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, New York Giants generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.33 vs -0.17), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- New York Giants: +0.33 EPA/play (99th percentile vs. 2009 team-game averages)
- Washington Commanders: -0.17 EPA/play (15th percentile vs. 2009 team-game averages)
- New York Giants: 10 drives, +25.75 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 10 drives, -12.43 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- New York Giants — A. Bradshaw
- New York Giants — A. Bradshaw
- New York Giants — Shi Smith (E. Manning pass)
- Washington Commanders — Fred Davis II (Jihaad Campbell pass)
- New York Giants — D. Hagan (E. Manning pass)
- New York Giants — Trevian Thomas
- Washington Commanders — Q. Ganther
- New York Giants — M. Manningham (E. Manning pass)
Field goals
- New York Giants — L. Tynes
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: New York Giants won the period 7–0. New York Giants found the end zone from the WAS 3 (Q1 5:53); New York Giants added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q1 5:47) — 9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles..
The second quarter: New York Giants won the period 17–0. New York Giants found the end zone from the WAS 4 (Q2 14:25) — (14:25) 44-A.Bradshaw left tackle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Giants added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q2 14:21) — 9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.; New York Giants connected on a field goal from the WAS 20 (Q2 8:10) — (8:10) 9-L.Tynes 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.; New York Giants found the end zone from the WAS 6 (Q2 4:41) — (4:41) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass short left to 12-S.Smith for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Giants added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q2 4:36) — 9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles..
The third quarter: New York Giants won the period 14–12. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the NYG 11 (Q3 10:38) — (10:38) 17-J.Campbell pass short middle to 86-F.Davis for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Giants found the end zone from the WAS 23 (Q3 6:26) — (6:26) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right to 80-D.Hagan for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Giants added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q3 6:21) — 9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.; New York Giants found the end zone from the NYG 88 (Q3 6:14); New York Giants added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q3 6:07) — 9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the NYG 1 (Q3 0:14) — (:14) 35-Q.Ganther left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN..
The fourth quarter: New York Giants won the period 7–0. New York Giants found the end zone from the WAS 25 (Q4 12:55) — (12:55) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right to 82-M.Manningham for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Giants added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q4 12:48) — 9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- New York Giants (Q1 10:55) — (10:55) 27-B.Jacobs right end to WAS 34 for 8 yards (22-C.Rogers, 37-R.Doughty).
- New York Giants (Q1 9:25) — (9:25) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass short middle to 44-A.Bradshaw to WAS 16 for 14 yards (30-L.Landry, 41-K.Moore).
- Washington Commanders (Q1 5:01) — (5:01) (Shotgun) 17-J.Campbell sacked at WAS 30 for -9 yards (91-J.Tuck). FUMBLES (91-J.Tuck) [91-J.Tuck], recovered by WAS-71-M.Williams at WAS 30. 71-M.Williams to WAS 30 for no gain (94-M.Kiwanuka)
- New York Giants (Q1 4:12) — (4:12) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass short left to 12-S.Smith to WAS 49 for 14 yards (37-R.Doughty).
- New York Giants (Q1 7:26) — (7:26) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass short middle to 44-A.Bradshaw to WAS 2 for 7 yards (59-L.Fletcher, 52-R.McIntosh).
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Washington Commanders (Q3 6:14) — (6:14) (Shotgun) 17-J.Campbell pass short right intended for 86-F.Davis INTERCEPTED by 24-T.Thomas at WAS 14. 24-T.Thomas for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New York Giants (Q2 5:33) — (5:33) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep middle to 88-H.Nicks to WAS 6 for 45 yards (27-F.Smoot, 30-L.Landry).
- Washington Commanders (Q3 12:23) — (12:23) 17-J.Campbell pass short right to 31-R.Cartwright to NYG 16 for 51 yards (52-M.Boley).
- Washington Commanders (Q4 9:02) — (9:02) 17-J.Campbell pass short middle intended for 86-F.Davis INTERCEPTED by 57-C.Blackburn at NYG 25. 57-C.Blackburn to NYG 49 for 24 yards (76-L.Jones).
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- New York Giants TD (+6) — Q1 5:53 · WAS 3 · Score 6-0
(5:53) (Shotgun) 44-A.Bradshaw right guard for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. NYG-69-R.Seubert was injured during the play. His return is Questionable. - New York Giants XP (+1) — Q1 5:47 · WAS 2 · Score 7-0
9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles. - New York Giants TD (+6) — Q2 14:25 · WAS 4 · Score 13-0
(14:25) 44-A.Bradshaw left tackle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Giants XP (+1) — Q2 14:21 · WAS 2 · Score 14-0
9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles. - New York Giants FG (+3) — Q2 8:10 · WAS 20 · Score 17-0
(8:10) 9-L.Tynes 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles. - New York Giants TD (+6) — Q2 4:41 · WAS 6 · Score 23-0
(4:41) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass short left to 12-S.Smith for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Giants XP (+1) — Q2 4:36 · WAS 2 · Score 24-0
9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q3 10:38 · NYG 11 · Score 24-6
(10:38) 17-J.Campbell pass short middle to 86-F.Davis for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Giants TD (+6) — Q3 6:26 · WAS 23 · Score 30-6
(6:26) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right to 80-D.Hagan for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Giants XP (+1) — Q3 6:21 · WAS 2 · Score 31-6
9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles. - New York Giants TD (+6) — Q3 6:14 · NYG 88 · Score 37-6
(6:14) (Shotgun) 17-J.Campbell pass short right intended for 86-F.Davis INTERCEPTED by 24-T.Thomas at WAS 14. 24-T.Thomas for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Giants XP (+1) — Q3 6:07 · WAS 2 · Score 38-6
9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q3 0:14 · NYG 1 · Score 38-12
(:14) 35-Q.Ganther left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Giants TD (+6) — Q4 12:55 · WAS 25 · Score 44-12
(12:55) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right to 82-M.Manningham for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Giants XP (+1) — Q4 12:48 · WAS 2 · Score 45-12
9-L.Tynes extra point is GOOD, Center-51-Z.DeOssie, Holder-18-J.Feagles.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- New York Giants earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- E. Manning (New York Giants) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- Jihaad Campbell (WAS) finished below expected efficiency despite volume.
- E. Manning (NYG) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
Frequently asked questions
Who won New York Giants vs Washington Commanders on 2009-12-21?
The New York Giants beat the Washington Commanders 45-12 in Week 15, 2009.
What was the score by quarter in New York Giants vs Washington Commanders?
Q1: New York Giants 7, Washington Commanders 0; Q2: New York Giants 17, Washington Commanders 0; Q3: New York Giants 14, Washington Commanders 12; Q4: New York Giants 7, Washington Commanders 0; Final: New York Giants 45, Washington Commanders 12.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in New York Giants vs Washington Commanders?
New York Giants touchdown — A. Bradshaw (Q1 5:53) New York Giants touchdown — A. Bradshaw (Q2 14:25) New York Giants touchdown — S. Smith (E. Manning pass) (Q2 4:41) Washington Commanders touchdown — F. Davis (J. Campbell pass) (Q3 10:38) New York Giants touchdown — D. Hagan (E. Manning pass) (Q3 6:26) New York Giants touchdown — T. Thomas (Q3 6:14) Washington Commanders touchdown — Q. Ganther (Q3 0:14) New York Giants touchdown — M. Manningham (E. Manning pass) (Q4 12:55) New York Giants field goal — L. Tynes (Q2 8:10, 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?
Jihaad Campbell (Washington Commanders), 40.5% completion, -10.1% CPOE, -0.23 EPA per dropback, -8.45 total passing EPA. E. Manning (New York Giants), 67.9% completion, +12.1% CPOE, +0.88 EPA per dropback, +24.71 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in New York Giants vs Washington Commanders?
E. Manning (New York Giants) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +24.71 total EPA on Passing plays. across 28 snaps. Their top snap (+4.09 EPA): (5:33) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep middle to 88-H.Nicks to WAS 6 for 45 yards (27-F.Smoot, 30-L.Landry)..
Season records after this game
New York Giants
Entered 7-6 Now 8-6 W
Washington Commanders
Entered 4-9 Now 4-10 L
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