Quick answer
- Winner
- Miami Dolphins
- Final score
- Miami Dolphins 27–23 Atlanta Falcons
- Halftime
- Atlanta Falcons 13–10 Miami Dolphins at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Matt Ryan
- Top passer
- Ryan Tannehill
- Biggest EPA play
- (1:58) (Punt formation) 2-B.Fields punts 53 yards to ATL 22, Center-92-J.Denney. 83-H.Doug…
- Game date
- 2013-09-22
Game summary
The Miami Dolphins beat the Atlanta Falcons 27–23 on 2013-09-22, overcoming Atlanta Falcons's 13–10 halftime lead. Matt Ryan posted a game-high +11.96 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 17 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Atlanta Falcons | 7 | 6 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 23 |
 Miami Dolphins | 0 | 10 | 10 | 7 | 0 | 27 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
ATLAtlanta Falcons(6:19) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle to 44-J.Snelling for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(13:03) (Field Goal formation) 3-M.Bryant 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(10:12) 33-D.Thomas left tackle for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
9-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
(2:08) (Field Goal formation) 3-M.Bryant 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(:02) (Field Goal formation) 9-C.Sturgis 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
(12:45) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle to 80-L.Toilolo for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(9:25) (Field Goal formation) 9-C.Sturgis 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
(1:01) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep left to 82-B.Hartline for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
9-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
(11:43) (Field Goal formation) 3-M.Bryant 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(:43) 17-R.Tannehill pass short middle to 80-D.Sims for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
9-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
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Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q1 6:19TD JSJ. SnellingPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 7
- Score
- 6-0
(6:19) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle to 44-J.Snelling for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q1 6:12XP Myles BryantPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 2
- Score
- 7-0
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 13:03FG Myles BryantPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIA 34
- Score
- 10-0
(13:03) (Field Goal formation) 3-M.Bryant 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 10:12TD Drake ThomasPoints+6
- Yard line
- ATL 5
- Score
- 10-6
(10:12) 33-D.Thomas left tackle for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 10:06XP CSC. SturgisPoints+1
- Yard line
- ATL 2
- Score
- 10-7
9-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 2:08FG Myles BryantPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIA 2
- Score
- 13-7
(2:08) (Field Goal formation) 3-M.Bryant 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 0:02FG CSC. SturgisPoints+3
- Yard line
- ATL 28
- Score
- 13-10
(:02) (Field Goal formation) 9-C.Sturgis 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q3 12:45TD LTL. ToiloloPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 2
- Score
- 19-10
(12:45) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle to 80-L.Toilolo for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q3 12:40XP Myles BryantPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 2
- Score
- 20-10
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q3 9:25FG CSC. SturgisPoints+3
- Yard line
- ATL 33
- Score
- 20-13
(9:25) (Field Goal formation) 9-C.Sturgis 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q3 1:01TD BHB. HartlinePoints+6
- Yard line
- ATL 18
- Score
- 20-19
(1:01) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep left to 82-B.Hartline for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q3 0:56XP CSC. SturgisPoints+1
- Yard line
- ATL 2
- Score
- 20-20
9-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q4 11:43FG Myles BryantPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIA 15
- Score
- 23-20
(11:43) (Field Goal formation) 3-M.Bryant 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q4 0:43TD DSD. SimsPoints+6
- Yard line
- ATL 1
- Score
- 23-26
(:43) 17-R.Tannehill pass short middle to 80-D.Sims for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q4 0:38XP CSC. SturgisPoints+1
- Yard line
- ATL 2
- Score
- 23-27
9-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1Matt Ryan · Atlanta Falcons · Passing · +11.96 total EPA · 39 snaps · +0.31 EPA/play
- 2
Justin Jones · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +6.78 total EPA · 13 snaps · +0.52 EPA/play - 3J. Snelling · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +5.77 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.15 EPA/play
- 4R. Matthews · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +5.36 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.34 EPA/play
- 5B. Hartline · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +4.69 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.78 EPA/play
- 6B. Gibson · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +3.26 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.41 EPA/play
- 7T. Gonzalez · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +2.76 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.55 EPA/play
- 8J. Rodgers · Atlanta Falcons · Rushing · +1.97 total EPA · 19 snaps · +0.10 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 (+11.96) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Atlanta Falcons. Across 39 counted snaps, they averaged +0.31 EPA per play.
Matt Ryan's top snap (+3.35 EPA): (12:57) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short left to 44-J.Snelling to MIA 15 for 34 yards (21-B.Grimes).
Biggest single play (+6.09 EPA): B. Fields — (1:58) (Punt formation) 2-B.Fields punts 53 yards to ATL 22, Center-92-J.Denney. 83-H.Douglas to ATL 21 for -1 yards (36-D.Jones). FUMBLES (36-D.Jones), RECOVERED by MIA-92-J.Denney at ATL 19. 92-J.De
Quarterback report card
Ryan Tannehill led all passers in efficiency for Miami Dolphins, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- Ryan Tannehill (Miami Dolphins) · 41 dropbacks · 58.5% completion · +6.2% CPOE · -0.03 EPA/play · -1.39 total EPA
- Matt Ryan (Atlanta Falcons) · 39 dropbacks · 59.0% completion · -0.0% CPOE · +0.31 EPA/play · +11.96 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Atlanta Falcons | Miami Dolphins |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.097 | +0.129 |
| Offensive success rate | 47.7% | 45.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.307 | -0.034 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.000 | +0.008 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.129 | -0.097 |
| Defensive success rate | 54.3% | 52.3% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Atlanta Falcons +0.10, Miami Dolphins +0.13) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Atlanta Falcons: +0.10 EPA/play (73rd percentile vs. 2013 team-game averages)
- Miami Dolphins: +0.13 EPA/play (81st percentile vs. 2013 team-game averages)
- Atlanta Falcons: 9 drives, +8.54 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Miami Dolphins: 11 drives, +9.04 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Atlanta Falcons — J. Snelling (Matt Ryan pass)
- Miami Dolphins — Drake Thomas
- Atlanta Falcons — L. Toilolo (Matt Ryan pass)
- Miami Dolphins — B. Hartline (Ryan Tannehill pass)
- Miami Dolphins — D. Sims (Ryan Tannehill pass)
Field goals
- Atlanta Falcons — Myles Bryant
- Atlanta Falcons — Myles Bryant
- Miami Dolphins — C. Sturgis
- Miami Dolphins — C. Sturgis
- Atlanta Falcons — Myles Bryant
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Atlanta Falcons won the period 7–0. Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the MIA 7 (Q1 6:19) — (6:19) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle to 44-J.Snelling for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q1 6:12) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher..
The second quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 10–6. Atlanta Falcons connected on a field goal from the MIA 34 (Q2 13:03) — (13:03) (Field Goal formation) 3-M.Bryant 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the ATL 5 (Q2 10:12) — (10:12) 33-D.Thomas left tackle for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q2 10:06) — 9-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.; Atlanta Falcons connected on a field goal from the MIA 2 (Q2 2:08) — (2:08) (Field Goal formation) 3-M.Bryant 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the ATL 28 (Q2 0:02) — (:02) (Field Goal formation) 9-C.Sturgis 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields..
The third quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 10–7. Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the MIA 2 (Q3 12:45) — (12:45) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle to 80-L.Toilolo for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q3 12:40) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the ATL 33 (Q3 9:25) — (9:25) (Field Goal formation) 9-C.Sturgis 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the ATL 18 (Q3 1:01) — (1:01) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep left to 82-B.Hartline for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q3 0:56) — 9-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields..
The fourth quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 7–3. Atlanta Falcons connected on a field goal from the MIA 15 (Q4 11:43) — (11:43) (Field Goal formation) 3-M.Bryant 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the ATL 1 (Q4 0:43) — (:43) 17-R.Tannehill pass short middle to 80-D.Sims for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q4 0:38) — 9-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 4:50) — (4:50) (Field Goal formation) 3-M.Bryant 35 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 1:01) — (1:01) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep left to 82-B.Hartline for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Miami Dolphins (Q4 1:45) — (1:45) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep left to 42-C.Clay to ATL 8 for 21 yards (25-W.Moore).
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 1:58) — (1:58) (Punt formation) 2-B.Fields punts 53 yards to ATL 22, Center-92-J.Denney. 83-H.Douglas to ATL 21 for -1 yards (36-D.Jones). FUMBLES (36-D.Jones), RECOVERED by MIA-92-J.Denney at ATL 19. 92-J.De
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 14:19) — (14:19) 17-R.Tannehill sacked at MIA 19 for -9 yards (50-O.Umenyiora). FUMBLES (50-O.Umenyiora), RECOVERED by ATL-94-P.Jerry at MIA 12. 94-P.Jerry to MIA 12 for no gain (77-T.Clabo).
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 1:58) — (1:58) (Punt formation) 2-B.Fields punts 53 yards to ATL 22, Center-92-J.Denney. 83-H.Douglas to ATL 21 for -1 yards (36-D.Jones). FUMBLES (36-D.Jones), RECOVERED by MIA-92-J.Denney at ATL 19. 92-J.De
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 14:19) — (14:19) 17-R.Tannehill sacked at MIA 19 for -9 yards (50-O.Umenyiora). FUMBLES (50-O.Umenyiora), RECOVERED by ATL-94-P.Jerry at MIA 12. 94-P.Jerry to MIA 12 for no gain (77-T.Clabo).
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 4:43) — (4:43) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep middle intended for 42-C.Clay INTERCEPTED by 25-W.Moore at ATL 16. 25-W.Moore to ATL 35 for 19 yards (26-L.Miller).
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 1:01) — (1:01) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep left to 82-B.Hartline for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q1 6:19 · MIA 7 · Score 6-0
(6:19) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle to 44-J.Snelling for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q1 6:12 · MIA 2 · Score 7-0
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Atlanta Falcons FG (+3) — Q2 13:03 · MIA 34 · Score 10-0
(13:03) (Field Goal formation) 3-M.Bryant 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q2 10:12 · ATL 5 · Score 10-6
(10:12) 33-D.Thomas left tackle for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q2 10:06 · ATL 2 · Score 10-7
9-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - Atlanta Falcons FG (+3) — Q2 2:08 · MIA 2 · Score 13-7
(2:08) (Field Goal formation) 3-M.Bryant 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q2 0:02 · ATL 28 · Score 13-10
(:02) (Field Goal formation) 9-C.Sturgis 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q3 12:45 · MIA 2 · Score 19-10
(12:45) 2-M.Ryan pass short middle to 80-L.Toilolo for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q3 12:40 · MIA 2 · Score 20-10
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q3 9:25 · ATL 33 · Score 20-13
(9:25) (Field Goal formation) 9-C.Sturgis 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q3 1:01 · ATL 18 · Score 20-19
(1:01) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep left to 82-B.Hartline for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q3 0:56 · ATL 2 · Score 20-20
9-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - Atlanta Falcons FG (+3) — Q4 11:43 · MIA 15 · Score 23-20
(11:43) (Field Goal formation) 3-M.Bryant 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q4 0:43 · ATL 1 · Score 23-26
(:43) 17-R.Tannehill pass short middle to 80-D.Sims for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q4 0:38 · ATL 2 · Score 23-27
9-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Miami Dolphins earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- One-score margin — verify garbage-time stats before drawing fantasy conclusions.
- Matt Ryan (Atlanta Falcons) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- Ryan Tannehill (MIA) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
Frequently asked questions
Who won Atlanta Falcons vs Miami Dolphins on 2013-09-22?
The Miami Dolphins beat the Atlanta Falcons 27-23 in Week 3, 2013.
What was the score by quarter in Atlanta Falcons vs Miami Dolphins?
Q1: Atlanta Falcons 7, Miami Dolphins 0; Q2: Atlanta Falcons 6, Miami Dolphins 10; Q3: Atlanta Falcons 7, Miami Dolphins 10; Q4: Atlanta Falcons 3, Miami Dolphins 7; Final: Atlanta Falcons 23, Miami Dolphins 27.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Atlanta Falcons vs Miami Dolphins?
Atlanta Falcons touchdown — J. Snelling (M. Ryan pass) (Q1 6:19) Miami Dolphins touchdown — D. Thomas (Q2 10:12) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — L. Toilolo (M. Ryan pass) (Q3 12:45) Miami Dolphins touchdown — B. Hartline (R. Tannehill pass) (Q3 1:01) Miami Dolphins touchdown — D. Sims (R. Tannehill pass) (Q4 0:43) Atlanta Falcons field goal — M. Bryant (Q2 13:03, 3 pts) Atlanta Falcons field goal — M. Bryant (Q2 2:08, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — C. Sturgis (Q2 0:02, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — C. Sturgis (Q3 9:25, 3 pts) Atlanta Falcons field goal — M. Bryant (Q4 11:43, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Atlanta Falcons vs Miami Dolphins?
Ryan Tannehill (Miami Dolphins), 58.5% completion, +6.2% CPOE, -0.03 EPA per dropback, -1.39 total passing EPA. Matt Ryan (Atlanta Falcons), 59.0% completion, -0.0% CPOE, +0.31 EPA per dropback, +11.96 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Atlanta Falcons vs Miami Dolphins?
Matt Ryan (Atlanta Falcons) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +11.96 total EPA on Passing plays. across 39 snaps. Their top snap (+3.35 EPA): (12:57) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short left to 44-J.Snelling to MIA 15 for 34 yards (21-B.Grimes)..
Was Atlanta Falcons vs Miami Dolphins a close game?
Yes — the margin was 4 points. Miami Dolphins won 27-23 in a game that stayed within one score into the fourth quarter.
Season records after this game
Atlanta Falcons
Entered 1-1 Now 1-2 L
Miami Dolphins
Entered 2-0 Now 3-0 W
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