Quick answer
- Winner
- Arizona Cardinals
- Final score
- Arizona Cardinals 40–17 Philadelphia Eagles
- Halftime
- Arizona Cardinals 17–10 Philadelphia Eagles at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- C. Palmer
- Top passer
- S. Bradford
- Biggest EPA play
- (15:00) (Shotgun) 7-S.Bradford pass short right intended for 24-R.Mathews INTERCEPTED by 2…
- Game date
- 2015-12-20
Game summary
The Arizona Cardinals beat the Philadelphia Eagles 40–17 on 2015-12-20. C. Palmer posted a game-high +12.22 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Arizona Cardinals | 7 | 10 | 13 | 10 | 0 | 40 |
 Philadelphia Eagles | 3 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 17 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
ARIArizona Cardinals
(10:47) 31-D.Johnson up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
7-C.Catanzaro extra point is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler.
(6:04) 6-C.Sturgis 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones.
(14:12) 7-C.Catanzaro 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler.
(8:32) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 7-S.Bradford pass deep middle to 86-Z.Ertz for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
6-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones.
(4:12) 31-D.Johnson right end for 47 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
7-C.Catanzaro extra point is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler.
(9:53) 31-D.Johnson left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
(:47) 3-C.Palmer pass short left to 12-Jo.Brown for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN [91-F.Cox].
7-C.Catanzaro extra point is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler.
(15:00) (Shotgun) 7-S.Bradford pass short right intended for 24-R.Mathews INTERCEPTED by 20-D.Bucannon at PHI 39. 20-D.Bucannon for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
7-C.Catanzaro extra point is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler.
(14:43) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 7-S.Bradford pass deep right to 81-J.Matthews for 78 yards, TOUCHDOWN [57-A.Okafor].
6-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones.
(2:59) 7-C.Catanzaro 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler.
PHIPhiladelphia EaglesFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q1 10:47TD Dyontae JohnsonPoints+6
- Yard line
- PHI 1
- Score
- 6-0
(10:47) 31-D.Johnson up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q1 10:44XP CCC. CatanzaroPoints+1
- Yard line
- PHI 15
- Score
- 7-0
7-C.Catanzaro extra point is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q1 6:04FG CSC. SturgisPoints+3
- Yard line
- ARI 18
- Score
- 7-3
(6:04) 6-C.Sturgis 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q2 14:12FG CCC. CatanzaroPoints+3
- Yard line
- PHI 10
- Score
- 10-3
(14:12) 7-C.Catanzaro 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q2 8:32TD Zach ErtzPoints+6
- Yard line
- ARI 22
- Score
- 10-9
(8:32) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 7-S.Bradford pass deep middle to 86-Z.Ertz for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q2 8:26XP CSC. SturgisPoints+1
- Yard line
- ARI 15
- Score
- 10-10
6-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q2 4:12TD Dyontae JohnsonPoints+6
- Yard line
- PHI 47
- Score
- 16-10
(4:12) 31-D.Johnson right end for 47 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q2 4:00XP CCC. CatanzaroPoints+1
- Yard line
- PHI 15
- Score
- 17-10
7-C.Catanzaro extra point is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q3 9:53TD Dyontae JohnsonPoints+6
- Yard line
- PHI 1
- Score
- 23-10
(9:53) 31-D.Johnson left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q3 0:47TD CPC. PalmerPoints+6
- Yard line
- PHI 16
- Score
- 29-10
(:47) 3-C.Palmer pass short left to 12-Jo.Brown for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN [91-F.Cox].
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q3 0:40XP CCC. CatanzaroPoints+1
- Yard line
- PHI 15
- Score
- 30-10
7-C.Catanzaro extra point is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q4 15:00TD DBD. BucannonPoints+6
- Yard line
- ARI 61
- Score
- 36-10
(15:00) (Shotgun) 7-S.Bradford pass short right intended for 24-R.Mathews INTERCEPTED by 20-D.Bucannon at PHI 39. 20-D.Bucannon for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q4 14:50XP CCC. CatanzaroPoints+1
- Yard line
- PHI 15
- Score
- 37-10
7-C.Catanzaro extra point is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q4 14:43TD Jordan MatthewsPoints+6
- Yard line
- ARI 78
- Score
- 37-16
(14:43) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 7-S.Bradford pass deep right to 81-J.Matthews for 78 yards, TOUCHDOWN [57-A.Okafor].
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q4 14:32XP CSC. SturgisPoints+1
- Yard line
- ARI 15
- Score
- 37-17
6-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones.
- ARIArizona Cardinals
Q4 2:59FG CCC. CatanzaroPoints+3
- Yard line
- PHI 20
- Score
- 40-17
(2:59) 7-C.Catanzaro 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1C. Palmer · Arizona Cardinals · Passing · +12.22 total EPA · 36 snaps · +0.34 EPA/play
- 2Dyontae Johnson · Arizona Cardinals · Rushing · +10.89 total EPA · 29 snaps · +0.38 EPA/play
- 3Jordan Matthews · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +8.88 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.81 EPA/play
- 4J. Huff · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +4.82 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.20 EPA/play
- 5D. Fells · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +4.23 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.41 EPA/play
- 6Dyontae Johnson · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +3.87 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.97 EPA/play
- 7M. Floyd · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +3.32 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.42 EPA/play
- 8B. Celek · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +3.03 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.51 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
C. Palmer — ARI · Passing
C. Palmer posted the highest total EPA (+12.22) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Arizona Cardinals. Across 36 counted snaps, they averaged +0.34 EPA per play.
C. Palmer's top snap (+3.27 EPA): (9:59) (Shotgun) 3-C.Palmer pass deep right to 15-M.Floyd to PHI 1 for 29 yards. Philadelphia challenged the pass completion ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field stands. (Timeout #1.)
Biggest single play (-9.05 EPA): S. Bradford — (15:00) (Shotgun) 7-S.Bradford pass short right intended for 24-R.Mathews INTERCEPTED by 20-D.Bucannon at PHI 39. 20-D.Bucannon for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
S. Bradford led all passers in efficiency for Philadelphia Eagles, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- S. Bradford (Philadelphia Eagles) · 45 dropbacks · 62.2% completion · +4.6% CPOE · -0.09 EPA/play · -4.00 total EPA
- C. Palmer (Arizona Cardinals) · 36 dropbacks · 55.6% completion · +9.5% CPOE · +0.34 EPA/play · +12.22 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Arizona Cardinals | Philadelphia Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.172 | -0.153 |
| Offensive success rate | 56.5% | 43.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.288 | -0.089 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.277 | -0.496 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.153 | -0.172 |
| Defensive success rate | 56.8% | 43.5% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Arizona Cardinals generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.17 vs -0.15), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Arizona Cardinals: +0.17 EPA/play (91st percentile vs. 2015 team-game averages)
- Philadelphia Eagles: -0.15 EPA/play (18th percentile vs. 2015 team-game averages)
- Arizona Cardinals: 13 drives, +15.85 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
- Philadelphia Eagles: 12 drives, -12.43 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Arizona Cardinals — Dyontae Johnson
- Philadelphia Eagles — Zach Ertz (S. Bradford pass)
- Arizona Cardinals — Dyontae Johnson
- Arizona Cardinals — Dyontae Johnson
- Arizona Cardinals — C. Palmer
- Arizona Cardinals — D. Bucannon
- Philadelphia Eagles — Jordan Matthews (S. Bradford pass)
Field goals
- Philadelphia Eagles — C. Sturgis
- Arizona Cardinals — C. Catanzaro
- Arizona Cardinals — C. Catanzaro
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Arizona Cardinals won the period 7–3. Arizona Cardinals found the end zone from the PHI 1 (Q1 10:47) — (10:47) 31-D.Johnson up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Arizona Cardinals added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q1 10:44) — 7-C.Catanzaro extra point is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler.; Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the ARI 18 (Q1 6:04) — (6:04) 6-C.Sturgis 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones..
The second quarter: Arizona Cardinals won the period 10–7. Arizona Cardinals connected on a field goal from the PHI 10 (Q2 14:12) — (14:12) 7-C.Catanzaro 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the ARI 22 (Q2 8:32) — (8:32) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 7-S.Bradford pass deep middle to 86-Z.Ertz for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the ARI 15 (Q2 8:26) — 6-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones.; Arizona Cardinals found the end zone from the PHI 47 (Q2 4:12) — (4:12) 31-D.Johnson right end for 47 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Arizona Cardinals added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q2 4:00) — 7-C.Catanzaro extra point is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler..
The third quarter: Arizona Cardinals won the period 13–0. Arizona Cardinals found the end zone from the PHI 1 (Q3 9:53) — (9:53) 31-D.Johnson left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Arizona Cardinals found the end zone from the PHI 16 (Q3 0:47) — (:47) 3-C.Palmer pass short left to 12-Jo.Brown for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN [91-F.Cox].; Arizona Cardinals added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q3 0:40) — 7-C.Catanzaro extra point is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler..
The fourth quarter: Arizona Cardinals won the period 10–7. Arizona Cardinals found the end zone from the ARI 61 (Q4 15:00); Arizona Cardinals added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q4 14:50) — 7-C.Catanzaro extra point is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the ARI 78 (Q4 14:43) — (14:43) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 7-S.Bradford pass deep right to 81-J.Matthews for 78 yards, TOUCHDOWN [57-A.Okafor].; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the ARI 15 (Q4 14:32) — 6-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones.; Arizona Cardinals connected on a field goal from the PHI 20 (Q4 2:59) — (2:59) 7-C.Catanzaro 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q2 4:12) — (4:12) 31-D.Johnson right end for 47 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q1 12:11) — (12:11) 3-C.Palmer pass short right to 85-D.Fells to PHI 7 for 36 yards (31-B.Maxwell) [55-B.Graham].
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 8:32) — (8:32) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 7-S.Bradford pass deep middle to 86-Z.Ertz for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 0:50) — (:50) 24-R.Mathews right tackle to ARI 8 for no gain (20-D.Bucannon).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 5:58) — (5:58) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 7-S.Bradford sacked at ARI 44 for -6 yards (44-M.Golden). FUMBLES (44-M.Golden) [44-M.Golden], RECOVERED by ARI-92-F.Rucker at ARI 44. 92-F.Rucker to ARI 44 for no gain (64
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) (Shotgun) 7-S.Bradford pass short right intended for 24-R.Mathews INTERCEPTED by 20-D.Bucannon at PHI 39. 20-D.Bucannon for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 14:43) — (14:43) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 7-S.Bradford pass deep right to 81-J.Matthews for 78 yards, TOUCHDOWN [57-A.Okafor].
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 5:58) — (5:58) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 7-S.Bradford sacked at ARI 44 for -6 yards (44-M.Golden). FUMBLES (44-M.Golden) [44-M.Golden], RECOVERED by ARI-92-F.Rucker at ARI 44. 92-F.Rucker to ARI 44 for no gain (64
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q3 3:31) — (3:31) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 24-R.Mathews up the middle to PHI 44 for no gain (97-J.Mauro). FUMBLES (97-J.Mauro), RECOVERED by ARI-36-D.Swearinger at 50.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Arizona Cardinals TD (+6) — Q1 10:47 · PHI 1 · Score 6-0
(10:47) 31-D.Johnson up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Arizona Cardinals XP (+1) — Q1 10:44 · PHI 15 · Score 7-0
7-C.Catanzaro extra point is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q1 6:04 · ARI 18 · Score 7-3
(6:04) 6-C.Sturgis 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones. - Arizona Cardinals FG (+3) — Q2 14:12 · PHI 10 · Score 10-3
(14:12) 7-C.Catanzaro 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q2 8:32 · ARI 22 · Score 10-9
(8:32) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 7-S.Bradford pass deep middle to 86-Z.Ertz for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q2 8:26 · ARI 15 · Score 10-10
6-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones. - Arizona Cardinals TD (+6) — Q2 4:12 · PHI 47 · Score 16-10
(4:12) 31-D.Johnson right end for 47 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Arizona Cardinals XP (+1) — Q2 4:00 · PHI 15 · Score 17-10
7-C.Catanzaro extra point is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler. - Arizona Cardinals TD (+6) — Q3 9:53 · PHI 1 · Score 23-10
(9:53) 31-D.Johnson left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Arizona Cardinals TD (+6) — Q3 0:47 · PHI 16 · Score 29-10
(:47) 3-C.Palmer pass short left to 12-Jo.Brown for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN [91-F.Cox]. - Arizona Cardinals XP (+1) — Q3 0:40 · PHI 15 · Score 30-10
7-C.Catanzaro extra point is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler. - Arizona Cardinals TD (+6) — Q4 15:00 · ARI 61 · Score 36-10
(15:00) (Shotgun) 7-S.Bradford pass short right intended for 24-R.Mathews INTERCEPTED by 20-D.Bucannon at PHI 39. 20-D.Bucannon for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Arizona Cardinals XP (+1) — Q4 14:50 · PHI 15 · Score 37-10
7-C.Catanzaro extra point is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q4 14:43 · ARI 78 · Score 37-16
(14:43) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 7-S.Bradford pass deep right to 81-J.Matthews for 78 yards, TOUCHDOWN [57-A.Okafor]. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q4 14:32 · ARI 15 · Score 37-17
6-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones. - Arizona Cardinals FG (+3) — Q4 2:59 · PHI 20 · Score 40-17
(2:59) 7-C.Catanzaro 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Arizona Cardinals earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- C. Palmer (Arizona Cardinals) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- S. Bradford (PHI) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
- C. Palmer (ARI) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
Frequently asked questions
Who won Arizona Cardinals vs Philadelphia Eagles on 2015-12-20?
The Arizona Cardinals beat the Philadelphia Eagles 40-17 in Week 15, 2015.
What was the score by quarter in Arizona Cardinals vs Philadelphia Eagles?
Q1: Arizona Cardinals 7, Philadelphia Eagles 3; Q2: Arizona Cardinals 10, Philadelphia Eagles 7; Q3: Arizona Cardinals 13, Philadelphia Eagles 0; Q4: Arizona Cardinals 10, Philadelphia Eagles 7; Final: Arizona Cardinals 40, Philadelphia Eagles 17.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Arizona Cardinals vs Philadelphia Eagles?
Arizona Cardinals touchdown — D. Johnson (Q1 10:47) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — Z. Ertz (S. Bradford pass) (Q2 8:32) Arizona Cardinals touchdown — D. Johnson (Q2 4:12) Arizona Cardinals touchdown — D. Johnson (Q3 9:53) Arizona Cardinals touchdown — C. Palmer (Q3 0:47) Arizona Cardinals touchdown — D. Bucannon (Q4 15:00) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — J. Matthews (S. Bradford pass) (Q4 14:43) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — C. Sturgis (Q1 6:04, 3 pts) Arizona Cardinals field goal — C. Catanzaro (Q2 14:12, 3 pts) Arizona Cardinals field goal — C. Catanzaro (Q4 2:59, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Arizona Cardinals vs Philadelphia Eagles?
S. Bradford (Philadelphia Eagles), 62.2% completion, +4.6% CPOE, -0.09 EPA per dropback, -4.00 total passing EPA. C. Palmer (Arizona Cardinals), 55.6% completion, +9.5% CPOE, +0.34 EPA per dropback, +12.22 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Arizona Cardinals vs Philadelphia Eagles?
C. Palmer (Arizona Cardinals) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +12.22 total EPA on Passing plays. across 36 snaps. Their top snap (+3.27 EPA): (9:59) (Shotgun) 3-C.Palmer pass deep right to 15-M.Floyd to PHI 1 for 29 yards. Philadelphia challenged the pass completion ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the fiel.
Season records after this game
Arizona Cardinals
Entered 11-2 Now 12-2 W
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 6-7 Now 6-8 L
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