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NFL · Week 17 · December 30, 2018 · 11 min read

Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Commanders: 2018 Week 17 Recap

Eagles defeat Commanders 24–0 in Week 17

A.Jeffery led Fantasy Impact as Eagles prevailed in a 24–0 Week 17 finish.

Philadelphia Eagles 24 9–7 Winner
Final 24–0
Washington Commanders 0 7–9
Winner
Philadelphia Eagles
Final score
24–0
Halftime
Philadelphia Eagles 10–0 Washington Commanders
Top passer
N. Foles
FantasyHQ MVP
A.Jeffery
Game date
December 30, 2018

Top fantasy performers · Eagles

  • A.Jeffery 5 REC · 59 YDS · 1 TD +6.6 Fantasy Impact
  • N.Foles 28/36 · 209 YDS · 2 TD +6.0 Fantasy Impact
  • Nelson Agholor
    Nelson Agholor 5 REC · 40 YDS · 2 TD +5.9 Fantasy Impact

Top fantasy performers · Commanders

  • Tress Way
    Tress Way 1/1 · 7 YDS +2.7 Fantasy Impact
  • J.Chesson 1 REC · 7 YDS +2.7 Fantasy Impact
  • D.Kidsy 1 REC · 8 YDS +2.0 Fantasy Impact

Quick answer

Winner
Philadelphia Eagles
Final score
Philadelphia Eagles 24–0 Washington Commanders
Halftime
Philadelphia Eagles 10–0 Washington Commanders at halftime
FantasyHQ MVP
A. Jeffery
Top passer
N. Foles
Biggest EPA play
(10:58) (Shotgun) 9-N.Foles pass deep middle intended for 86-Z.Ertz INTERCEPTED by 22-D.Ev…
Game date
2018-12-30

Game summary

The Philadelphia Eagles beat the Washington Commanders 24–0 on 2018-12-30. A. Jeffery posted a game-high +6.64 total EPA in the receiving.

The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 7 combined points.

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Q1Q2Q3Q4T
Philadelphia Eagles3777024
Washington Commanders000000

Scoring Map

Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.

PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
WASWashington Commanders

FantasyHQ Analytics

Scoring timeline

7 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
    Q1 0:26FG
    Jordan Elliott

    Points+3

    Yard line
    WAS 15
    Score
    3-0

    (:26) 4-J.Elliott 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston.

  2. PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
    Q2 0:36TD
    AJA. Jeffery

    Points+6

    Yard line
    WAS 2
    Score
    9-0

    (:36) 9-N.Foles pass short right to 17-A.Jeffery for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.

  3. PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
    Q2 0:30XP
    Jordan Elliott

    Points+1

    Yard line
    WAS 15
    Score
    10-0

    4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston.

  4. PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
    Q3 1:28TD
    Nelson Agholor

    Points+6

    Yard line
    WAS 6
    Score
    16-0

    (1:28) (Shotgun) 9-N.Foles pass incomplete short right to 13-N.Agholor. Philadelphia challenged the incomplete pass ruling, and the play was REVERSED. (Shotgun) 9-N.Foles pass short right to 13-N.Agholor for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.

  5. PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
    Q3 1:25XP
    Jordan Elliott

    Points+1

    Yard line
    WAS 15
    Score
    17-0

    4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston.

  6. PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
    Q4 7:41TD
    Nelson Agholor

    Points+6

    Yard line
    WAS 22
    Score
    23-0

    (7:41) (Shotgun) 7-N.Sudfeld pass short left to 13-N.Agholor for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN.

  7. PHIPhiladelphia Eagles
    Q4 7:34XP
    Jordan Elliott

    Points+1

    Yard line
    WAS 15
    Score
    24-0

    4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston.

Stars of the game

Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).

  1. 1A. Jeffery · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +6.64 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.33 EPA/play
  2. 2N. Foles · Philadelphia Eagles · Passing · +6.01 total EPA · 36 snaps · +0.17 EPA/play
  3. 3Nelson AgholorNelson Agholor · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +5.89 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.98 EPA/play
  4. 4Nate SudfeldNate Sudfeld · Philadelphia Eagles · Passing · +3.04 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.04 EPA/play
  5. 5Jamal AdamsJamal Adams · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +2.85 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.95 EPA/play
  6. 6Tress WayTress Way · Washington Commanders · Passing · +2.73 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.73 EPA/play
  7. 7J. Chesson · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.73 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.73 EPA/play
  8. 8W. Smallwood · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +2.35 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.59 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

A. Jeffery — PHI · Receiving

A. Jeffery posted the highest total EPA (+6.64) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Philadelphia Eagles. Across 5 counted snaps, they averaged +1.33 EPA per play.

A. Jeffery's top snap (+2.11 EPA): (2:38) (Shotgun) 9-N.Foles pass deep right to 17-A.Jeffery ran ob at WAS 21 for 16 yards.

Biggest single play (-5.43 EPA): N. Foles — (10:58) (Shotgun) 9-N.Foles pass deep middle intended for 86-Z.Ertz INTERCEPTED by 22-D.Everett at WAS 7. 22-D.Everett to WAS 31 for 24 yards (65-L.Johnson).

Quarterback report card

N. Foles led all passers in efficiency for Philadelphia Eagles, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.

  • N. Foles (Philadelphia Eagles) · 36 dropbacks · 77.8% completion · +14.3% CPOE · +0.17 EPA/play · +6.01 total EPA
  • Josh JohnsonJosh Johnson (Washington Commanders) · 34 dropbacks · 35.3% completion · -20.1% CPOE · -0.54 EPA/play · -18.28 total EPA

Team stats comparison

Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.

StatPhiladelphia EaglesWashington Commanders
Offensive EPA/play+0.087-0.369
Offensive success rate51.8%30.5%
Pass EPA/play+0.245-0.444
Rush EPA/play+0.102-0.648
Defensive EPA/play+0.369-0.087
Defensive success rate69.5%48.2%

Drive & efficiency notes

Despite the final score, Philadelphia Eagles generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.09 vs -0.37), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.

Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):

  • Philadelphia Eagles: +0.09 EPA/play (72nd percentile vs. 2018 team-game averages)
  • Washington Commanders: -0.37 EPA/play (3rd percentile vs. 2018 team-game averages)
  • Philadelphia Eagles: 9 drives, +7.26 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
  • Washington Commanders: 9 drives, -21.78 total EPA, 0 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals

Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.

Touchdowns

  • Philadelphia Eagles — A. Jeffery (N. Foles pass) (Q2 0:36)
  • Nelson AgholorPhiladelphia Eagles — Nelson Agholor (N. Foles pass) (Q3 1:28)
  • Nelson AgholorPhiladelphia Eagles — Nelson Agholor (Nate Sudfeld pass) (Q4 7:41)

Field goals

  • Jordan ElliottPhiladelphia Eagles — Jordan Elliott (Q1 0:26)
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 15 (Q1 0:26) — (:26) 4-J.Elliott 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston..

The second quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 7–0. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the WAS 2 (Q2 0:36) — (:36) 9-N.Foles pass short right to 17-A.Jeffery for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the WAS 15 (Q2 0:30) — 4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston..

The third quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 7–0. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the WAS 6 (Q3 1:28); Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the WAS 15 (Q3 1:25) — 4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston..

The fourth quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 7–0. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the WAS 22 (Q4 7:41) — (7:41) (Shotgun) 7-N.Sudfeld pass short left to 13-N.Agholor for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the WAS 15 (Q4 7:34) — 4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston..

Turning points

Plays that moved win probability the most.

  • Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 10:58) — (10:58) (Shotgun) 9-N.Foles pass deep middle intended for 86-Z.Ertz INTERCEPTED by 22-D.Everett at WAS 7. 22-D.Everett to WAS 31 for 24 yards (65-L.Johnson). [WPA -14.1% · EPA -5.43]
  • Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 14:44) — (14:44) 28-W.Smallwood right guard to PHI 38 for 8 yards (51-S.Hamilton, 93-J.Allen). [WPA +9.8% · EPA +0.59]
  • Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 13:09) — (13:09) (Shotgun) 9-N.Foles pass short right to 88-D.Goedert pushed ob at WAS 28 for 25 yards (51-S.Hamilton). [WPA +9.2% · EPA +1.96]
  • Washington Commanders (Q2 15:00) — (15:00) (Shotgun) 8-J.Johnson pass deep middle to 18-J.Doctson to WAS 43 for 20 yards (32-R.Douglas). [WPA +7.2% · EPA +2.18]
  • Washington Commanders (Q2 13:00) — (13:00) (Shotgun) 8-J.Johnson left end pushed ob at WAS 45 for -5 yards (32-R.Douglas). [WPA -7.2% · EPA -2.31]
Impact plays

Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.

  • Philadelphia Eagles (Q1 10:58) — (10:58) (Shotgun) 9-N.Foles pass deep middle intended for 86-Z.Ertz INTERCEPTED by 22-D.Everett at WAS 7. 22-D.Everett to WAS 31 for 24 yards (65-L.Johnson). [WPA -14.1% · EPA -5.43]
  • Washington Commanders (Q4 11:29) — (11:29) (Shotgun) 8-J.Johnson sacked at PHI 43 for -10 yards (77-M.Bennett). [WPA -2.1% · EPA -3.29]
  • Washington Commanders (Q4 3:43) — (3:43) (Shotgun) 8-J.Johnson pass short right to 84-D.Kidsy pushed ob at PHI 47 for 8 yards (29-A.Maddox). [WPA +0.0% · EPA +3.09]
  • Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 7:41) — (7:41) (Shotgun) 7-N.Sudfeld pass short left to 13-N.Agholor for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN. [WPA +0.4% · EPA +3.04]
Every scoring play

Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.

  1. Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q1 0:26 · WAS 15 · Score 3-0
    (:26) 4-J.Elliott 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston.
  2. Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q2 0:36 · WAS 2 · Score 9-0
    (:36) 9-N.Foles pass short right to 17-A.Jeffery for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
  3. Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q2 0:30 · WAS 15 · Score 10-0
    4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston.
  4. Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q3 1:28 · WAS 6 · Score 16-0
    (1:28) (Shotgun) 9-N.Foles pass incomplete short right to 13-N.Agholor. Philadelphia challenged the incomplete pass ruling, and the play was REVERSED. (Shotgun) 9-N.Foles pass short right to 13-N.Agho
  5. Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q3 1:25 · WAS 15 · Score 17-0
    4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston.
  6. Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q4 7:41 · WAS 22 · Score 23-0
    (7:41) (Shotgun) 7-N.Sudfeld pass short left to 13-N.Agholor for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
  7. Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q4 7:34 · WAS 15 · Score 24-0
    4-J.Elliott extra point is GOOD, Center-45-R.Lovato, Holder-1-C.Johnston.

Key takeaways

What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.

  • Philadelphia Eagles earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
  • A. Jeffery (Philadelphia Eagles) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
  • N. Foles (PHI) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
  • Josh Johnson (WAS) finished below expected efficiency despite volume.

Frequently asked questions

Who won Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders on 2018-12-30?

The Philadelphia Eagles beat the Washington Commanders 24-0 in Week 17, 2018.

What was the score by quarter in Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders?

Q1: Philadelphia Eagles 3, Washington Commanders 0; Q2: Philadelphia Eagles 7, Washington Commanders 0; Q3: Philadelphia Eagles 7, Washington Commanders 0; Q4: Philadelphia Eagles 7, Washington Commanders 0; Final: Philadelphia Eagles 24, Washington Commanders 0.

Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders?

Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — A. Jeffery (N. Foles pass) (Q2 0:36) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — N. Agholor (N. Foles pass) (Q3 1:28) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — N. Agholor (N. Sudfeld pass) (Q4 7:41) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — J. Elliott (Q1 0:26, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.

How did the quarterbacks play in Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders?

N. Foles (Philadelphia Eagles), 77.8% completion, +14.3% CPOE, +0.17 EPA per dropback, +6.01 total passing EPA. Josh Johnson (Washington Commanders), 35.3% completion, -20.1% CPOE, -0.54 EPA per dropback, -18.28 total passing EPA.

Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders?

A. Jeffery (Philadelphia Eagles) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +6.64 total EPA on Receiving plays. across 5 snaps. Their top snap (+2.11 EPA): (2:38) (Shotgun) 9-N.Foles pass deep right to 17-A.Jeffery ran ob at WAS 21 for 16 yards..

Season records after this game

Philadelphia Eagles

Entered 8-7 Now 9-7 W

Washington Commanders

Entered 7-8 Now 7-9 L