Quick answer
- Winner
- Atlanta Falcons
- Final score
- Atlanta Falcons 30–17 Philadelphia Eagles
- Halftime
- Atlanta Falcons 24–7 Philadelphia Eagles at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Matt Ryan
- Top passer
- M. Vick
- Biggest EPA play
- (6:41) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 11-J.Jones for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Game date
- 2012-10-28
Game summary
The Atlanta Falcons beat the Philadelphia Eagles 30–17 on 2012-10-28. Matt Ryan posted a game-high +24.67 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 17 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Atlanta Falcons | 14 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 30 |
 Philadelphia Eagles | 0 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 17 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
ATLAtlanta Falcons
(6:21) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 19-DJ.Davis for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(:36) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 44-J.Snelling for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(8:23) 25-L.McCoy right end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
6-A.Henery extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-1-M.McBriar.
(6:41) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 11-J.Jones for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(:06) 3-M.Bryant 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(11:23) 6-A.Henery 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-1-M.McBriar.
(6:15) 3-M.Bryant 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(15:00) 3-M.Bryant 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(7:23) (Shotgun) 7-M.Vick pass short left to 25-L.McCoy for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
6-A.Henery extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-1-M.McBriar.
PHIPhiladelphia EaglesFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q1 6:21TD Points+6
- Yard line
- PHI 15
- Score
- 6-0
(6:21) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 19-DJ.Davis for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q1 6:16XP Myles BryantPoints+1
- Yard line
- PHI 2
- Score
- 7-0
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q1 0:36TD JSJ. SnellingPoints+6
- Yard line
- PHI 3
- Score
- 13-0
(:36) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 44-J.Snelling for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q1 0:32XP Myles BryantPoints+1
- Yard line
- PHI 2
- Score
- 14-0
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q2 8:23TD LML. McCoyPoints+6
- Yard line
- ATL 2
- Score
- 14-6
(8:23) 25-L.McCoy right end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q2 8:18XP AHA. HeneryPoints+1
- Yard line
- ATL 2
- Score
- 14-7
6-A.Henery extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-1-M.McBriar.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 6:41TD Justin JonesPoints+6
- Yard line
- PHI 63
- Score
- 20-7
(6:41) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 11-J.Jones for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 6:33XP Myles BryantPoints+1
- Yard line
- PHI 2
- Score
- 21-7
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 0:06FG Myles BryantPoints+3
- Yard line
- PHI 25
- Score
- 24-7
(:06) 3-M.Bryant 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q3 11:23FG AHA. HeneryPoints+3
- Yard line
- ATL 15
- Score
- 24-10
(11:23) 6-A.Henery 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-1-M.McBriar.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q3 6:15FG Myles BryantPoints+3
- Yard line
- PHI 11
- Score
- 27-10
(6:15) 3-M.Bryant 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q4 15:00FG Myles BryantPoints+3
- Yard line
- PHI 12
- Score
- 30-10
(15:00) 3-M.Bryant 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q4 7:23TD LML. McCoyPoints+6
- Yard line
- ATL 7
- Score
- 30-16
(7:23) (Shotgun) 7-M.Vick pass short left to 25-L.McCoy for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q4 7:18XP AHA. HeneryPoints+1
- Yard line
- ATL 2
- Score
- 30-17
6-A.Henery extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-1-M.McBriar.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1Matt Ryan · Atlanta Falcons · Passing · +24.67 total EPA · 41 snaps · +0.60 EPA/play
- 2Justin Jones · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +11.78 total EPA · 5 snaps · +2.36 EPA/play
- 3DJ. Davis · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +5.75 total EPA · 2 snaps · +2.87 EPA/play
- 4L. McCoy · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +3.85 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.28 EPA/play
- 5B. Celek · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +3.30 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.66 EPA/play
- 6
Ricky White III · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +3.23 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.81 EPA/play - 7J. Snelling · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +3.09 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.03 EPA/play
- 8M. Vick · Philadelphia Eagles · Passing · +1.77 total EPA · 44 snaps · +0.04 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
Matt Ryan — ATL · Passing
Matt Ryan posted the highest total EPA (+24.67) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Atlanta Falcons. Across 41 counted snaps, they averaged +0.60 EPA per play.
Matt Ryan's top snap (+6.11 EPA): (6:41) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 11-J.Jones for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
M. Vick led all passers in efficiency for Philadelphia Eagles, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- M. Vick (Philadelphia Eagles) · 44 dropbacks · 47.7% completion · -7.6% CPOE · +0.04 EPA/play · +1.77 total EPA
- Matt Ryan (Atlanta Falcons) · 41 dropbacks · 53.7% completion · +7.6% CPOE · +0.60 EPA/play · +24.67 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Atlanta Falcons | Philadelphia Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.224 | +0.051 |
| Offensive success rate | 52.2% | 44.9% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.602 | +0.040 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.127 | -0.016 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.051 | -0.224 |
| Defensive success rate | 55.1% | 47.8% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Atlanta Falcons generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.22 vs +0.05), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Atlanta Falcons: +0.22 EPA/play (93rd percentile vs. 2012 team-game averages)
- Philadelphia Eagles: +0.05 EPA/play (58th percentile vs. 2012 team-game averages)
- Atlanta Falcons: 9 drives, +20.18 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
- Philadelphia Eagles: 10 drives, +3.96 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Atlanta Falcons — Matt Ryan
- Atlanta Falcons — J. Snelling (Matt Ryan pass)
- Philadelphia Eagles — L. McCoy
- Atlanta Falcons — Justin Jones (Matt Ryan pass)
- Philadelphia Eagles — L. McCoy (M. Vick pass)
Field goals
- Atlanta Falcons — Myles Bryant
- Philadelphia Eagles — A. Henery
- Atlanta Falcons — Myles Bryant
- Atlanta Falcons — Myles Bryant
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Atlanta Falcons won the period 14–0. Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the PHI 15 (Q1 6:21) — (6:21) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 19-DJ.Davis for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q1 6:16) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the PHI 3 (Q1 0:36) — (:36) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 44-J.Snelling for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q1 0:32) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher..
The second quarter: Atlanta Falcons won the period 10–7. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the ATL 2 (Q2 8:23) — (8:23) 25-L.McCoy right end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q2 8:18) — 6-A.Henery extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-1-M.McBriar.; Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the PHI 63 (Q2 6:41) — (6:41) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 11-J.Jones for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q2 6:33) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Atlanta Falcons connected on a field goal from the PHI 25 (Q2 0:06) — (:06) 3-M.Bryant 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher..
The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the ATL 15 (Q3 11:23) — (11:23) 6-A.Henery 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-1-M.McBriar.; Atlanta Falcons connected on a field goal from the PHI 11 (Q3 6:15) — (6:15) 3-M.Bryant 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher..
The fourth quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 7–3. Atlanta Falcons connected on a field goal from the PHI 12 (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) 3-M.Bryant 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the ATL 7 (Q4 7:23) — (7:23) (Shotgun) 7-M.Vick pass short left to 25-L.McCoy for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q4 7:18) — 6-A.Henery extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-1-M.McBriar..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q2 6:41) — (6:41) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 11-J.Jones for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q1 6:21) — (6:21) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 19-DJ.Davis for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q1 14:23) — (14:23) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short left to 19-DJ.Davis pushed ob at ATL 37 for 15 yards (29-N.Allen).
- Atlanta Falcons (Q1 11:09) — (11:09) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 84-R.White to PHI 40 for 10 yards (22-B.Boykin).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 8:23) — (8:23) 25-L.McCoy right end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q2 6:41) — (6:41) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 11-J.Jones for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 11:45) — (11:45) (Shotgun) 7-M.Vick pass short right to 87-B.Celek to ATL 35 for 14 yards (71-K.Biermann; 28-T.DeCoud).
- Atlanta Falcons (Q1 6:21) — (6:21) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 19-DJ.Davis for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q3 3:55) — (3:55) 32-Jz. Rodgers up the middle to PHI 29 for 43 yards (72-C.Thornton).
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q1 6:21 · PHI 15 · Score 6-0
(6:21) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 19-DJ.Davis for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q1 6:16 · PHI 2 · Score 7-0
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q1 0:36 · PHI 3 · Score 13-0
(:36) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 44-J.Snelling for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q1 0:32 · PHI 2 · Score 14-0
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q2 8:23 · ATL 2 · Score 14-6
(8:23) 25-L.McCoy right end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q2 8:18 · ATL 2 · Score 14-7
6-A.Henery extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-1-M.McBriar. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q2 6:41 · PHI 63 · Score 20-7
(6:41) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 11-J.Jones for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q2 6:33 · PHI 2 · Score 21-7
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Atlanta Falcons FG (+3) — Q2 0:06 · PHI 25 · Score 24-7
(:06) 3-M.Bryant 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q3 11:23 · ATL 15 · Score 24-10
(11:23) 6-A.Henery 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-1-M.McBriar. - Atlanta Falcons FG (+3) — Q3 6:15 · PHI 11 · Score 27-10
(6:15) 3-M.Bryant 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Atlanta Falcons FG (+3) — Q4 15:00 · PHI 12 · Score 30-10
(15:00) 3-M.Bryant 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q4 7:23 · ATL 7 · Score 30-16
(7:23) (Shotgun) 7-M.Vick pass short left to 25-L.McCoy for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q4 7:18 · ATL 2 · Score 30-17
6-A.Henery extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-1-M.McBriar.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Atlanta Falcons earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- Matt Ryan (Atlanta Falcons) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- M. Vick (PHI) finished below expected efficiency despite volume.
- Matt Ryan (ATL) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
Frequently asked questions
Who won Atlanta Falcons vs Philadelphia Eagles on 2012-10-28?
The Atlanta Falcons beat the Philadelphia Eagles 30-17 in Week 8, 2012.
What was the score by quarter in Atlanta Falcons vs Philadelphia Eagles?
Q1: Atlanta Falcons 14, Philadelphia Eagles 0; Q2: Atlanta Falcons 10, Philadelphia Eagles 7; Q3: Atlanta Falcons 3, Philadelphia Eagles 3; Q4: Atlanta Falcons 3, Philadelphia Eagles 7; Final: Atlanta Falcons 30, Philadelphia Eagles 17.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Atlanta Falcons vs Philadelphia Eagles?
Atlanta Falcons touchdown — M. Ryan (Q1 6:21) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — J. Snelling (M. Ryan pass) (Q1 0:36) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — L. McCoy (Q2 8:23) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — J. Jones (M. Ryan pass) (Q2 6:41) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — L. McCoy (M. Vick pass) (Q4 7:23) Atlanta Falcons field goal — M. Bryant (Q2 0:06, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — A. Henery (Q3 11:23, 3 pts) Atlanta Falcons field goal — M. Bryant (Q3 6:15, 3 pts) Atlanta Falcons field goal — M. Bryant (Q4 15:00, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Atlanta Falcons vs Philadelphia Eagles?
M. Vick (Philadelphia Eagles), 47.7% completion, -7.6% CPOE, +0.04 EPA per dropback, +1.77 total passing EPA. Matt Ryan (Atlanta Falcons), 53.7% completion, +7.6% CPOE, +0.60 EPA per dropback, +24.67 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Atlanta Falcons vs Philadelphia Eagles?
Matt Ryan (Atlanta Falcons) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +24.67 total EPA on Passing plays. across 41 snaps. Their top snap (+6.11 EPA): (6:41) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 11-J.Jones for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Season records after this game
Atlanta Falcons
Entered 6-0 Now 7-0 W
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 3-3 Now 3-4 L
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