Game story
In Week 14 of the 2000 NFL season on 2000-12-03, the Cincinnati Bengals took care of business against the Arizona Cardinals, pulling away with a 24–13 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Plummer (Arizona Cardinals) paced the passing game, with +6.36 total EPA.
On the individual side, C. Dillon (Cincinnati Bengals) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +11.86 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+43.5% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Arizona Cardinals changed the game: N.Rackers kicks 67 yards from CIN 30 to ARI 3. M.Jenkins to ARI 29 for 26 yards (R.Heath, D.Griffin).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona Cardinals | 0 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 13 |
| Cincinnati Bengals | 7 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 24 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 C. Dillon · Cincinnati Bengals · Rushing · +11.86 total EPA · 36 snaps · +0.33 EPA/play
- 2 D. Boston · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +10.48 total EPA · 15 snaps · +0.70 EPA/play
- 3 J. Plummer · Arizona Cardinals · Passing · +6.36 total EPA · 46 snaps · +0.14 EPA/play
- 4 T. McGee · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +2.67 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.67 EPA/play
- 5 M. Jenkins · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +1.82 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.36 EPA/play
- 6 S. Mitchell · Cincinnati Bengals · Passing · +0.98 total EPA · 27 snaps · +0.04 EPA/play
- 7 N. Luchey · Cincinnati Bengals · Rushing · +0.49 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.49 EPA/play
- 8 P. Warrick · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +0.23 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.04 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
C. Dillon — CIN · Rushing
C. Dillon posted the highest total EPA (+11.86) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Cincinnati Bengals's efficiency. Across 36 counted snaps, they averaged +0.33 EPA per play.
The signature play (+4.50 EPA) came from Arizona Cardinals: (10:43) (Shotgun) J.Plummer pass to D.Boston to CIN 9 for 51 yards (R.Heath).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Cincinnati Bengals — unlisted player
- Cincinnati Bengals — unlisted player
- Cincinnati Bengals — unlisted player
- Arizona Cardinals — unlisted player
- Arizona Cardinals — unlisted player
Field goals
- Cincinnati Bengals — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 7–0. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the ARI 2 (Q1 55:50) — (10:50) S.Mitchell pass to T.McGee for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the ARI 2 (Q1 55:46) — N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope..
The second quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 7–0. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the ARI 1 (Q2 30:50) — (:50) C.Dillon right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the ARI 2 (Q2 30:46) — N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope..
The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the ARI 7 (Q3 26:39) — (11:39) B.Bennett right end for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the ARI 2 (Q3 26:34) — N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope.; Arizona Cardinals found the end zone from the CIN 38 (Q3 19:15) — (4:15) J.Plummer pass to D.Boston for 38 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Arizona Cardinals added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q3 19:08) — C.Blanchard extra point is GOOD, Center-T.Junkin, Holder-S.Player..
The fourth quarter: Arizona Cardinals won the period 6–3. Arizona Cardinals found the end zone from the CIN 15 (Q4 13:50) — (13:50) J.Plummer pass to D.Boston for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals connected on a field goal from the ARI 14 (Q4 1:07) — (1:07) N.Rackers 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q1 60:00) — N.Rackers kicks 67 yards from CIN 30 to ARI 3. M.Jenkins to ARI 29 for 26 yards (R.Heath, D.Griffin).
- Arizona Cardinals (Q4 8:36) — (8:36) J.Plummer pass intended for D.Boston INTERCEPTED by T.Carter at CIN 7. T.Carter to CIN 17 for 10 yards (C.Gedney).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 57:12) — (12:12) C.Dillon left tackle to ARI 1 for 57 yards (P.Tillman).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 38:34) — (8:34) S.Mitchell pass intended for P.Warrick INTERCEPTED by A.Williams at ARI 46. A.Williams to CIN 47 for 7 yards (P.Warrick).
- Arizona Cardinals (Q4 13:50) — (13:50) J.Plummer pass to D.Boston for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q3 25:43) — (10:43) (Shotgun) J.Plummer pass to D.Boston to CIN 9 for 51 yards (R.Heath).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 57:12) — (12:12) C.Dillon left tackle to ARI 1 for 57 yards (P.Tillman).
- Arizona Cardinals (Q3 19:15) — (4:15) J.Plummer pass to D.Boston for 38 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q3 17:52) — (2:52) D.Pope punts 27 yards to ARI 30, Center-B.St. Louis. M.Cody MUFFS catch, RECOVERED by CIN-B.Granville at ARI 33.
Quarterback report card
J.Plummer led all passers in efficiency for Arizona Cardinals, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Plummer (Arizona Cardinals) · 46 dropbacks · 47.8% completion · +0.14 EPA/play · +6.36 total EPA
- S.Mitchell (Cincinnati Bengals) · 27 dropbacks · 40.7% completion · +0.04 EPA/play · +0.98 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Arizona Cardinals | Cincinnati Bengals |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.011 | +0.099 |
| Offensive success rate | 38.1% | 42.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.138 | +0.036 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.228 | +0.155 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.099 | -0.011 |
| Defensive success rate | 57.7% | 61.9% |
By the numbers
Cincinnati Bengals held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.10 vs +0.01), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Arizona Cardinals: 11 drives, +0.90 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Cincinnati Bengals: 11 drives, +10.33 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Cincinnati Bengals leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- C. Dillon (Cincinnati Bengals) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q1 55:50 · ARI 2 · Score 0-6
(10:50) S.Mitchell pass to T.McGee for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q1 55:46 · ARI 2 · Score 0-7
N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q2 30:50 · ARI 1 · Score 0-13
(:50) C.Dillon right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q2 30:46 · ARI 2 · Score 0-14
N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q3 26:39 · ARI 7 · Score 0-20
(11:39) B.Bennett right end for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q3 26:34 · ARI 2 · Score 0-21
N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope. - Arizona Cardinals TD (+6) — Q3 19:15 · CIN 38 · Score 6-21
(4:15) J.Plummer pass to D.Boston for 38 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Arizona Cardinals XP (+1) — Q3 19:08 · CIN 2 · Score 7-21
C.Blanchard extra point is GOOD, Center-T.Junkin, Holder-S.Player. - Arizona Cardinals TD (+6) — Q4 13:50 · CIN 15 · Score 13-21
(13:50) J.Plummer pass to D.Boston for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals FG (+3) — Q4 1:07 · ARI 14 · Score 13-24
(1:07) N.Rackers 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Arizona Cardinals vs Cincinnati Bengals?
The Cincinnati Bengals beat the Arizona Cardinals 24-13 in Week 14, 2000 on 2000-12-03.
What was the final score of Arizona Cardinals vs Cincinnati Bengals?
The final score was Arizona Cardinals 13, Cincinnati Bengals 24 (ARI 13-24 CIN) in Week 14, 2000 on 2000-12-03.
What was the score by quarter in Arizona Cardinals vs Cincinnati Bengals?
Q1: Arizona Cardinals 0, Cincinnati Bengals 7; Q2: Arizona Cardinals 0, Cincinnati Bengals 7; Q3: Arizona Cardinals 7, Cincinnati Bengals 7; Q4: Arizona Cardinals 6, Cincinnati Bengals 3; Final: Arizona Cardinals 13, Cincinnati Bengals 24.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Arizona Cardinals vs Cincinnati Bengals?
Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 55:50) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 30:50) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 26:39) Arizona Cardinals touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 19:15) Arizona Cardinals touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 13:50) Cincinnati Bengals field goal — unlisted player (Q4 1:07, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Arizona Cardinals vs Cincinnati Bengals?
J. Plummer (Arizona Cardinals), 47.8% completion, +0.14 EPA per dropback, +6.36 total passing EPA. S. Mitchell (Cincinnati Bengals), 40.7% completion, +0.04 EPA per dropback, +0.98 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Arizona Cardinals vs Cincinnati Bengals?
C. Dillon (Cincinnati Bengals) led the game in total EPA with +11.86 on rushing plays. across 36 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+4.50 EPA): (10:43) (Shotgun) J.Plummer pass to D.Boston to CIN 9 for 51 yards (R.Heath).. The biggest win-probability swing was +43.5%.
Season records after this game
Arizona Cardinals
Entered 3-9 Now 3-10 L
Cincinnati Bengals
Entered 2-10 Now 3-10 W
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