Quick answer
- Winner
- Washington Commanders
- Final score
- Washington Commanders 27–22 Philadelphia Eagles
- Halftime
- Washington Commanders 7–13 Philadelphia Eagles at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- P. Garcon
- Top passer
- Carson Wentz
- Biggest EPA play
- (13:16) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short right intended for 11-D.Jackson INTERCEPTED by 21…
- Game date
- 2016-12-11
Game summary
The Washington Commanders beat the Philadelphia Eagles 27–22 on 2016-12-11, overcoming Philadelphia Eagles's 13–7 halftime lead. P. Garcon posted a game-high +7.17 total EPA in the receiving.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 17 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Washington Commanders | 0 | 7 | 14 | 6 | 0 | 27 |
 Philadelphia Eagles | 3 | 10 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 22 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
WASWashington Commanders(9:49) 6-C.Sturgis 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones.
(10:31) 6-C.Sturgis 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones.
(4:19) 32-R.Kelley left tackle for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way.
(:32) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left to 43-D.Sproles for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
6-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones.
(9:26) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass deep middle to 11-D.Jackson for 80 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way.
(:12) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short left to 88-P.Garcon for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way.
(13:16) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short right intended for 11-D.Jackson INTERCEPTED by 21-L.McKelvin at WAS 29. 21-L.McKelvin for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
(5:03) 6-C.Sturgis 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-T.Burton, Holder-8-D.Jones.
(2:00) 25-C.Thompson left end for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
PHIPhiladelphia EaglesFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q1 9:49FG CSC. SturgisPoints+3
- Yard line
- WAS 27
- Score
- 0-3
(9:49) 6-C.Sturgis 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q2 10:31FG CSC. SturgisPoints+3
- Yard line
- WAS 18
- Score
- 0-6
(10:31) 6-C.Sturgis 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q2 4:19TD RKR. KelleyPoints+6
- Yard line
- PHI 22
- Score
- 6-6
(4:19) 32-R.Kelley left tackle for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q2 4:11XP Dustin HopkinsPoints+1
- Yard line
- PHI 15
- Score
- 7-6
3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q2 0:32TD DSD. SprolesPoints+6
- Yard line
- WAS 4
- Score
- 7-12
(:32) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left to 43-D.Sproles for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q2 0:28XP CSC. SturgisPoints+1
- Yard line
- WAS 15
- Score
- 7-13
6-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q3 9:26TD Drake JacksonPoints+6
- Yard line
- PHI 80
- Score
- 13-13
(9:26) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass deep middle to 11-D.Jackson for 80 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q3 9:14XP Dustin HopkinsPoints+1
- Yard line
- PHI 15
- Score
- 14-13
3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q3 0:12TD PGP. GarconPoints+6
- Yard line
- PHI 15
- Score
- 20-13
(:12) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short left to 88-P.Garcon for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q3 0:07XP Dustin HopkinsPoints+1
- Yard line
- PHI 15
- Score
- 21-13
3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q4 13:16TD LML. McKelvinPoints+6
- Yard line
- PHI 80
- Score
- 21-19
(13:16) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short right intended for 11-D.Jackson INTERCEPTED by 21-L.McKelvin at WAS 29. 21-L.McKelvin for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
Q4 5:03FG CSC. SturgisPoints+3
- Yard line
- WAS 23
- Score
- 21-22
(5:03) 6-C.Sturgis 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-T.Burton, Holder-8-D.Jones.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q4 2:00TD Cody ThompsonPoints+6
- Yard line
- PHI 25
- Score
- 27-22
(2:00) 25-C.Thompson left end for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1P. Garcon · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +7.17 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.20 EPA/play
- 2
Kirk Cousins · Washington Commanders · Passing · +6.17 total EPA · 26 snaps · +0.24 EPA/play - 3
Carson Wentz · Philadelphia Eagles · Passing · +5.36 total EPA · 54 snaps · +0.10 EPA/play - 4
Jordan Matthews · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +4.75 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.43 EPA/play - 5Cody Thompson · Washington Commanders · Rushing · +4.65 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.55 EPA/play
- 6T. Burton · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +4.16 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.42 EPA/play
- 7
Zach Ertz · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +3.29 total EPA · 13 snaps · +0.25 EPA/play - 8R. Kelley · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +1.59 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.80 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
P. Garcon — WAS · Receiving
P. Garcon posted the highest total EPA (+7.17) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Washington Commanders. Across 6 counted snaps, they averaged +1.20 EPA per play.
P. Garcon's top snap (+3.12 EPA): (:12) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short left to 88-P.Garcon for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Biggest single play (-7.26 EPA): Kirk Cousins — (13:16) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short right intended for 11-D.Jackson INTERCEPTED by 21-L.McKelvin at WAS 29. 21-L.McKelvin for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
Carson Wentz led all passers in efficiency for Philadelphia Eagles, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- Carson Wentz (Philadelphia Eagles) · 54 dropbacks · 59.3% completion · +7.6% CPOE · +0.10 EPA/play · +5.36 total EPA
- Kirk Cousins (Washington Commanders) · 26 dropbacks · 53.8% completion · +9.1% CPOE · +0.24 EPA/play · +6.17 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Washington Commanders | Philadelphia Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.107 | +0.005 |
| Offensive success rate | 45.2% | 44.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.237 | +0.099 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.243 | -0.267 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.005 | -0.107 |
| Defensive success rate | 55.3% | 54.8% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Washington Commanders generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.11 vs +0.01), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Washington Commanders: +0.11 EPA/play (80th percentile vs. 2016 team-game averages)
- Philadelphia Eagles: +0.01 EPA/play (50th percentile vs. 2016 team-game averages)
- Philadelphia Eagles: 10 drives, +0.48 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 11 drives, +6.65 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Washington Commanders — R. Kelley
- Philadelphia Eagles — D. Sproles (Carson Wentz pass)
- Washington Commanders — Drake Jackson (Kirk Cousins pass)
- Washington Commanders — P. Garcon (Kirk Cousins pass)
- Philadelphia Eagles — L. McKelvin
- Washington Commanders — Cody Thompson
Field goals
- Philadelphia Eagles — C. Sturgis
- Philadelphia Eagles — C. Sturgis
- Philadelphia Eagles — C. Sturgis
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 3–0. Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the WAS 27 (Q1 9:49) — (9:49) 6-C.Sturgis 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones..
The second quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 10–7. Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the WAS 18 (Q2 10:31) — (10:31) 6-C.Sturgis 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the PHI 22 (Q2 4:19) — (4:19) 32-R.Kelley left tackle for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q2 4:11) — 3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the WAS 4 (Q2 0:32) — (:32) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left to 43-D.Sproles for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the WAS 15 (Q2 0:28) — 6-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones..
The third quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 14–0. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the PHI 80 (Q3 9:26) — (9:26) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass deep middle to 11-D.Jackson for 80 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q3 9:14) — 3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the PHI 15 (Q3 0:12) — (:12) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short left to 88-P.Garcon for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the PHI 15 (Q3 0:07) — 3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way..
The fourth quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 9–6. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the PHI 80 (Q4 13:16); Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the WAS 23 (Q4 5:03) — (5:03) 6-C.Sturgis 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-T.Burton, Holder-8-D.Jones.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the PHI 25 (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) 25-C.Thompson left end for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 0:21) — (:21) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz sacked at WAS 22 for -8 yards (91-R.Kerrigan). FUMBLES (91-R.Kerrigan) [91-R.Kerrigan], RECOVERED by WAS-93-T.Murphy at WAS 27. 93-T.Murphy to WAS 34 for 7 yards (24-R.Mathe
- Washington Commanders (Q4 13:16) — (13:16) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short right intended for 11-D.Jackson INTERCEPTED by 21-L.McKelvin at WAS 29. 21-L.McKelvin for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q3 9:26) — (9:26) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass deep middle to 11-D.Jackson for 80 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) 25-C.Thompson left end for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q3 0:12) — (:12) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short left to 88-P.Garcon for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Washington Commanders (Q4 13:16) — (13:16) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short right intended for 11-D.Jackson INTERCEPTED by 21-L.McKelvin at WAS 29. 21-L.McKelvin for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q3 9:26) — (9:26) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass deep middle to 11-D.Jackson for 80 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 4:33) — (4:33) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left intended for 86-Z.Ertz INTERCEPTED by 22-D.Everett at WAS -2. Touchback. The Replay Official reviewed the pass interception ruling, and the play was Upheld.
- Washington Commanders (Q1 1:09) — (1:09) 3-D.Hopkins 38 yard field goal is No Good, Hit Left Upright, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q1 9:49 · WAS 27 · Score 0-3
(9:49) 6-C.Sturgis 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q2 10:31 · WAS 18 · Score 0-6
(10:31) 6-C.Sturgis 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 4:19 · PHI 22 · Score 6-6
(4:19) 32-R.Kelley left tackle for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 4:11 · PHI 15 · Score 7-6
3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q2 0:32 · WAS 4 · Score 7-12
(:32) (Shotgun) 11-C.Wentz pass short left to 43-D.Sproles for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q2 0:28 · WAS 15 · Score 7-13
6-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Dorenbos, Holder-8-D.Jones. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q3 9:26 · PHI 80 · Score 13-13
(9:26) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass deep middle to 11-D.Jackson for 80 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q3 9:14 · PHI 15 · Score 14-13
3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q3 0:12 · PHI 15 · Score 20-13
(:12) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short left to 88-P.Garcon for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q3 0:07 · PHI 15 · Score 21-13
3-D.Hopkins extra point is GOOD, Center-57-N.Sundberg, Holder-5-T.Way. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q4 13:16 · PHI 80 · Score 21-19
(13:16) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short right intended for 11-D.Jackson INTERCEPTED by 21-L.McKelvin at WAS 29. 21-L.McKelvin for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q4 5:03 · WAS 23 · Score 21-22
(5:03) 6-C.Sturgis 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-T.Burton, Holder-8-D.Jones. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 2:00 · PHI 25 · Score 27-22
(2:00) 25-C.Thompson left end for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Washington Commanders earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- One-score margin — verify garbage-time stats before drawing fantasy conclusions.
- P. Garcon (Washington Commanders) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- Carson Wentz (PHI) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
Frequently asked questions
Who won Washington Commanders vs Philadelphia Eagles on 2016-12-11?
The Washington Commanders beat the Philadelphia Eagles 27-22 in Week 14, 2016.
What was the score by quarter in Washington Commanders vs Philadelphia Eagles?
Q1: Washington Commanders 0, Philadelphia Eagles 3; Q2: Washington Commanders 7, Philadelphia Eagles 10; Q3: Washington Commanders 14, Philadelphia Eagles 0; Q4: Washington Commanders 6, Philadelphia Eagles 9; Final: Washington Commanders 27, Philadelphia Eagles 22.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Washington Commanders vs Philadelphia Eagles?
Washington Commanders touchdown — R. Kelley (Q2 4:19) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — D. Sproles (C. Wentz pass) (Q2 0:32) Washington Commanders touchdown — D. Jackson (K. Cousins pass) (Q3 9:26) Washington Commanders touchdown — P. Garcon (K. Cousins pass) (Q3 0:12) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — L. McKelvin (Q4 13:16) Washington Commanders touchdown — C. Thompson (Q4 2:00) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — C. Sturgis (Q1 9:49, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — C. Sturgis (Q2 10:31, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — C. Sturgis (Q4 5:03, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Washington Commanders vs Philadelphia Eagles?
Carson Wentz (Philadelphia Eagles), 59.3% completion, +7.6% CPOE, +0.10 EPA per dropback, +5.36 total passing EPA. Kirk Cousins (Washington Commanders), 53.8% completion, +9.1% CPOE, +0.24 EPA per dropback, +6.17 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Washington Commanders vs Philadelphia Eagles?
P. Garcon (Washington Commanders) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +7.17 total EPA on Receiving plays. across 6 snaps. Their top snap (+3.12 EPA): (:12) (Shotgun) 8-K.Cousins pass short left to 88-P.Garcon for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Was Washington Commanders vs Philadelphia Eagles a close game?
Yes — the margin was 5 points. Washington Commanders won 27-22 in a game that stayed within one score into the fourth quarter.
Season records after this game
Washington Commanders
Entered 6-5 Now 7-5 W
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 5-7 Now 5-8 L
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