Quick answer
- Winner
- Miami Dolphins
- Final score
- Miami Dolphins 45–15 Washington Commanders
- Halftime
- Miami Dolphins 37–7 Washington Commanders at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Tua Tagovailoa
- Top passer
- Sam Howell
- Biggest EPA play
- (1:01) (Shotgun) 14-S.Howell pass short right intended for 1-J.Dotson INTERCEPTED by 43-A.…
- Game date
- 2023-12-03
Game summary
The Miami Dolphins beat the Washington Commanders 45–15 on 2023-12-03. Tua Tagovailoa posted a game-high +21.24 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 27 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Miami Dolphins | 17 | 20 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 45 |
 Washington Commanders | 0 | 7 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 15 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
MIAMiami Dolphins
(9:37) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep left to 10-T.Hill for 78 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
(3:43) 7-J.Sanders 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
(1:01) (Shotgun) 14-S.Howell pass short right intended for 1-J.Dotson INTERCEPTED by 43-A.Van Ginkel at WAS 33. 43-A.Van Ginkel for 33 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
(11:20) 14-S.Howell up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
6-J.Slye extra point is GOOD, Center-54-C.Cheeseman, Holder-5-T.Way. PENALTY on MIA-20-J.Bethel, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs.
(9:22) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep right to 10-T.Hill for 60 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
(:24) (Shotgun) 31-R.Mostert left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
(9:41) (Shotgun) 28-D.Achane left guard for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey. PENALTY on WAS-34-C.Holmes, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs.
(4:39) (Shotgun) 14-S.Howell scrambles up the middle for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 14-S.Howell pass to 82-L.Thomas is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
(2:00) (Shotgun) 28-D.Achane left end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
WASWashington CommandersFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q1 9:37TD Trysten HillPoints+6
- Yard line
- WAS 78
- Score
- 6-0
(9:37) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep left to 10-T.Hill for 78 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q1 9:28XP Jason SandersPoints+1
- Yard line
- WAS 15
- Score
- 7-0
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q1 3:43FG Jason SandersPoints+3
- Yard line
- WAS 31
- Score
- 10-0
(3:43) 7-J.Sanders 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q1 1:01TD Sam HowellPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 62
- Score
- 16-0
(1:01) (Shotgun) 14-S.Howell pass short right intended for 1-J.Dotson INTERCEPTED by 43-A.Van Ginkel at WAS 33. 43-A.Van Ginkel for 33 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q1 0:55XP Jason SandersPoints+1
- Yard line
- WAS 15
- Score
- 17-0
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q2 11:20TD Sam HowellPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 1
- Score
- 17-6
(11:20) 14-S.Howell up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q2 11:18XP Joey SlyePoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 15
- Score
- 17-7
6-J.Slye extra point is GOOD, Center-54-C.Cheeseman, Holder-5-T.Way. PENALTY on MIA-20-J.Bethel, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 9:22TD Trysten HillPoints+6
- Yard line
- WAS 60
- Score
- 23-7
(9:22) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep right to 10-T.Hill for 60 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 9:14XP Jason SandersPoints+1
- Yard line
- WAS 15
- Score
- 24-7
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 0:24TD Raheem MostertPoints+6
- Yard line
- WAS 1
- Score
- 30-7
(:24) (Shotgun) 31-R.Mostert left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 0:20TD Jason SandersPoints+7
- Yard line
- WAS 15
- Score
- 31-7
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q3 9:41TD De'Von AchanePoints+6
- Yard line
- WAS 4
- Score
- 37-7
(9:41) (Shotgun) 28-D.Achane left guard for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q3 9:36XP Jason SandersPoints+1
- Yard line
- WAS 15
- Score
- 38-7
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey. PENALTY on WAS-34-C.Holmes, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q3 4:39TD Sam HowellPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 13
- Score
- 38-13
(4:39) (Shotgun) 14-S.Howell scrambles up the middle for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- WASWashington Commanders
Q3 4:31Safety Sam HowellPoints+2
- Yard line
- MIA 2
- Score
- 38-15
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 14-S.Howell pass to 82-L.Thomas is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q4 2:00TD De'Von AchanePoints+6
- Yard line
- WAS 2
- Score
- 44-15
(2:00) (Shotgun) 28-D.Achane left end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q4 1:57XP Jason SandersPoints+1
- Yard line
- WAS 15
- Score
- 45-15
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1
Tua Tagovailoa · Miami Dolphins · Passing · +21.24 total EPA · 25 snaps · +0.85 EPA/play - 2Trysten Hill · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +14.52 total EPA · 7 snaps · +2.07 EPA/play
- 3
Curtis Samuel · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +5.03 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.01 EPA/play - 4De'Von Achane · Miami Dolphins · Rushing · +3.42 total EPA · 18 snaps · +0.19 EPA/play
- 5
Jaylen Waddle · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +3.09 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.39 EPA/play - 6
Brian Robinson · Washington Commanders · Rushing · +2.29 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.33 EPA/play - 7
Julian Hill · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +2.21 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.10 EPA/play - 8Raheem Mostert · Miami Dolphins · Rushing · +1.41 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.13 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
Tua Tagovailoa — MIA · Passing
Tua Tagovailoa posted the highest total EPA (+21.24) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Miami Dolphins. Across 25 counted snaps, they averaged +0.85 EPA per play.
Tua Tagovailoa's top snap (+7.64 EPA): (9:37) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep left to 10-T.Hill for 78 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Biggest single play (-9.33 EPA): Sam Howell — (1:01) (Shotgun) 14-S.Howell pass short right intended for 1-J.Dotson INTERCEPTED by 43-A.Van Ginkel at WAS 33. 43-A.Van Ginkel for 33 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
Sam Howell led all passers in efficiency for Washington Commanders, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- Sam Howell (Washington Commanders) · 30 dropbacks · 40.0% completion · -8.2% CPOE · -0.32 EPA/play · -9.48 total EPA
- Tua Tagovailoa (Miami Dolphins) · 25 dropbacks · 72.0% completion · +8.5% CPOE · +0.85 EPA/play · +21.24 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Miami Dolphins | Washington Commanders |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.352 | -0.168 |
| Offensive success rate | 52.7% | 26.4% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.776 | -0.316 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.109 | -0.009 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.168 | -0.352 |
| Defensive success rate | 73.6% | 47.3% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Miami Dolphins generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.35 vs -0.17), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Miami Dolphins: +0.35 EPA/play (99th percentile vs. 2023 team-game averages)
- Washington Commanders: -0.17 EPA/play (18th percentile vs. 2023 team-game averages)
- Miami Dolphins: 10 drives, +26.03 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 11 drives, -12.06 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Miami Dolphins — Trysten Hill (Tua Tagovailoa pass)
- Miami Dolphins — Sam Howell
- Washington Commanders — Sam Howell
- Miami Dolphins — Trysten Hill (Tua Tagovailoa pass)
- Miami Dolphins — Raheem Mostert
- Miami Dolphins — De'Von Achane
- Washington Commanders — Sam Howell
- Miami Dolphins — De'Von Achane
Field goals
- Miami Dolphins — Jason Sanders
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 17–0. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the WAS 78 (Q1 9:37) — (9:37) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep left to 10-T.Hill for 78 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the WAS 15 (Q1 9:28) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the WAS 31 (Q1 3:43) — (3:43) 7-J.Sanders 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the MIA 62 (Q1 1:01); Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the WAS 15 (Q1 0:55) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey..
The second quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 20–7. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the MIA 1 (Q2 11:20) — (11:20) 14-S.Howell up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the MIA 15 (Q2 11:18); Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the WAS 60 (Q2 9:22) — (9:22) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep right to 10-T.Hill for 60 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the WAS 15 (Q2 9:14) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the WAS 1 (Q2 0:24) — (:24) (Shotgun) 31-R.Mostert left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the WAS 15 (Q2 0:20) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey..
The third quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 8–7. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the WAS 4 (Q3 9:41) — (9:41) (Shotgun) 28-D.Achane left guard for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the WAS 15 (Q3 9:36); Washington Commanders found the end zone from the MIA 13 (Q3 4:39) — (4:39) (Shotgun) 14-S.Howell scrambles up the middle for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders registered a safety from the MIA 2 (Q3 4:31) — TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 14-S.Howell pass to 82-L.Thomas is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS..
The fourth quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 7–0. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the WAS 2 (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) (Shotgun) 28-D.Achane left end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the WAS 15 (Q4 1:57) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Miami Dolphins (Q1 9:37) — (9:37) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep left to 10-T.Hill for 78 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q1 1:01) — (1:01) (Shotgun) 14-S.Howell pass short right intended for 1-J.Dotson INTERCEPTED by 43-A.Van Ginkel at WAS 33. 43-A.Van Ginkel for 33 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q1 14:19) — (14:19) (Shotgun) 14-S.Howell pass short right to 1-J.Dotson ran ob at WAS 39 for 12 yards. Miami challenged the pass completion ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field stands. (Timeo
- Washington Commanders (Q2 12:43) — (12:43) (Shotgun) 14-S.Howell pass deep right to 4-C.Samuel pushed ob at MIA 1 for 33 yards (29-B.Jones). MIA-55-J.Baker was injured during the play. He is Out. MIA 55 - knee injury
- Miami Dolphins (Q2 9:22) — (9:22) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep right to 10-T.Hill for 60 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Washington Commanders (Q1 1:01) — (1:01) (Shotgun) 14-S.Howell pass short right intended for 1-J.Dotson INTERCEPTED by 43-A.Van Ginkel at WAS 33. 43-A.Van Ginkel for 33 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Miami Dolphins (Q1 9:37) — (9:37) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep left to 10-T.Hill for 78 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Miami Dolphins (Q2 9:22) — (9:22) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep right to 10-T.Hill for 60 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q3 4:39) — (4:39) (Shotgun) 14-S.Howell scrambles up the middle for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q1 9:37 · WAS 78 · Score 6-0
(9:37) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep left to 10-T.Hill for 78 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q1 9:28 · WAS 15 · Score 7-0
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q1 3:43 · WAS 31 · Score 10-0
(3:43) 7-J.Sanders 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q1 1:01 · MIA 62 · Score 16-0
(1:01) (Shotgun) 14-S.Howell pass short right intended for 1-J.Dotson INTERCEPTED by 43-A.Van Ginkel at WAS 33. 43-A.Van Ginkel for 33 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q1 0:55 · WAS 15 · Score 17-0
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 11:20 · MIA 1 · Score 17-6
(11:20) 14-S.Howell up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 11:18 · MIA 15 · Score 17-7
6-J.Slye extra point is GOOD, Center-54-C.Cheeseman, Holder-5-T.Way. PENALTY on MIA-20-J.Bethel, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q2 9:22 · WAS 60 · Score 23-7
(9:22) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep right to 10-T.Hill for 60 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q2 9:14 · WAS 15 · Score 24-7
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q2 0:24 · WAS 1 · Score 30-7
(:24) (Shotgun) 31-R.Mostert left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins TD (+7) — Q2 0:20 · WAS 15 · Score 31-7
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q3 9:41 · WAS 4 · Score 37-7
(9:41) (Shotgun) 28-D.Achane left guard for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q3 9:36 · WAS 15 · Score 38-7
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey. PENALTY on WAS-34-C.Holmes, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q3 4:39 · MIA 13 · Score 38-13
(4:39) (Shotgun) 14-S.Howell scrambles up the middle for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders Safety (+2) — Q3 4:31 · MIA 2 · Score 38-15
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 14-S.Howell pass to 82-L.Thomas is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q4 2:00 · WAS 2 · Score 44-15
(2:00) (Shotgun) 28-D.Achane left end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q4 1:57 · WAS 15 · Score 45-15
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
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.
- Tua Tagovailoa (Miami Dolphins) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- Sam Howell (WAS) finished below expected efficiency despite volume.
- Tua Tagovailoa (MIA) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
Frequently asked questions
Who won Miami Dolphins vs Washington Commanders on 2023-12-03?
The Miami Dolphins beat the Washington Commanders 45-15 in Week 13, 2023.
What was the score by quarter in Miami Dolphins vs Washington Commanders?
Q1: Miami Dolphins 17, Washington Commanders 0; Q2: Miami Dolphins 20, Washington Commanders 7; Q3: Miami Dolphins 7, Washington Commanders 8; Q4: Miami Dolphins 7, Washington Commanders 0; Final: Miami Dolphins 45, Washington Commanders 15.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Miami Dolphins vs Washington Commanders?
Miami Dolphins touchdown — T. Hill (T. Tagovailoa pass) (Q1 9:37) Miami Dolphins touchdown — S. Howell (Q1 1:01) Washington Commanders touchdown — S. Howell (Q2 11:20) Miami Dolphins touchdown — T. Hill (T. Tagovailoa pass) (Q2 9:22) Miami Dolphins touchdown — R. Mostert (Q2 0:24) Miami Dolphins touchdown — D. Achane (Q3 9:41) Washington Commanders touchdown — S. Howell (Q3 4:39) Miami Dolphins touchdown — D. Achane (Q4 2:00) Miami Dolphins field goal — J. Sanders (Q1 3:43, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Miami Dolphins vs Washington Commanders?
Sam Howell (Washington Commanders), 40.0% completion, -8.2% CPOE, -0.32 EPA per dropback, -9.48 total passing EPA. Tua Tagovailoa (Miami Dolphins), 72.0% completion, +8.5% CPOE, +0.85 EPA per dropback, +21.24 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Miami Dolphins vs Washington Commanders?
Tua Tagovailoa (Miami Dolphins) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +21.24 total EPA on Passing plays. across 25 snaps. Their top snap (+7.64 EPA): (9:37) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep left to 10-T.Hill for 78 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Season records after this game
Miami Dolphins
Entered 8-3 Now 9-3 W
Washington Commanders
Entered 4-8 Now 4-9 L
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