Game story
In Week 2 of the 1999 NFL season on 1999-09-20, the Dallas Cowboys took care of business against the Atlanta Falcons, pulling away with a 24–7 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
T. Aikman (Dallas Cowboys) paced the passing game, with -4.36 total EPA.
On the individual side, T. Dwight (Atlanta Falcons) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +4.97 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+99.9% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Dallas Cowboys changed the game: PENALTY on DAL, Unnecessary Roughness, 15 yards, enforced at DAL 30 - No Play.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q3 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Falcons | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Dallas Cowboys | 10 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 T. Dwight · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +4.97 total EPA · 1 snaps · +4.97 EPA/play
- 2 R. Harris · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +2.44 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.61 EPA/play
- 3 R. Ismail · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +1.84 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.61 EPA/play
- 4 E. Bjornson · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +1.55 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.55 EPA/play
- 5 E. Smith · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +1.38 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.38 EPA/play
- 6 B. Christian · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +1.36 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.36 EPA/play
- 7 E. Smith · Dallas Cowboys · Rushing · +1.09 total EPA · 29 snaps · +0.04 EPA/play
- 8 B. Kozlowski · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +0.78 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.78 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
T. Dwight — ATL · Receiving
T. Dwight posted the highest total EPA (+4.97) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Atlanta Falcons's efficiency. Across 1 counted snaps, they averaged +4.97 EPA per play.
The signature play (-10.53 EPA) came from Atlanta Falcons: (1:01) D.Kanell pass INTERCEPTED by G.Ellis at DAL 13. G.Ellis for 87 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Dallas Cowboys — unlisted player
- Dallas Cowboys — unlisted player
- Atlanta Falcons — unlisted player
- Dallas Cowboys — unlisted player
Field goals
- Dallas Cowboys — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Dallas Cowboys won the period 10–0. Dallas Cowboys connected on a field goal from the ATL 6 (Q1 56:11) — (11:11) R.Cunningham 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson.; Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the ATL 2 (Q1 49:39) — (4:39) E.Smith left end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q1 45:31) — T.Gowin extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson..
The third quarter: Dallas Cowboys won the period 7–0. Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the ATL 7 (Q3 28:20) — (13:20) E.Smith left tackle for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q3 26:24) — T.Gowin extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the DAL 45 (Q4 5:29) — (5:29) D.Kanell pass to T.Dwight for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Pass caught at DAL10 before scoring.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the DAL 2 (Q4 4:00) — M.Andersen extra point is GOOD, Center-A.Schreiber, Holder-D.Stryzinski.; Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the DAL 4 (Q4 1:01) — (1:01) D.Kanell pass INTERCEPTED by G.Ellis at DAL 13. G.Ellis for 87 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q4 0:46) — T.Gowin extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q4 0:46) — PENALTY on DAL, Unnecessary Roughness, 15 yards, enforced at DAL 30 - No Play.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q4 0:46) — T.Gowin extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q1 60:00) — M.Andersen kicks 70 yards from ATL 30 to end zone, Touchback.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q1 57:14) — (12:14) T.Graziani pass intended for C.Calloway INTERCEPTED by D.Coakley at DAL 47. D.Coakley to ATL 10 for 43 yards (R.Tobeck).
- Atlanta Falcons (Q1 52:17) — (7:17) M.Andersen 49 yard field goal is No Good, Short, Center-A.Schreiber, Holder-D.Stryzinski.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 1:01) — (1:01) D.Kanell pass INTERCEPTED by G.Ellis at DAL 13. G.Ellis for 87 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q1 57:14) — (12:14) T.Graziani pass intended for C.Calloway INTERCEPTED by D.Coakley at DAL 47. D.Coakley to ATL 10 for 43 yards (R.Tobeck).
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 5:29) — (5:29) D.Kanell pass to T.Dwight for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Pass caught at DAL10 before scoring.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 1:40) — (1:40) D.Kanell pass to T.Mathis to DAL 8 for 52 yards (I.Reese).
Quarterback report card
T.Aikman led all passers in efficiency for Dallas Cowboys, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- T.Aikman (Dallas Cowboys) · 29 dropbacks · 34.5% completion · -0.15 EPA/play · -4.36 total EPA
- D.Kanell (Atlanta Falcons) · 25 dropbacks · 36.0% completion · -0.29 EPA/play · -7.30 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Atlanta Falcons | Dallas Cowboys |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.245 | -0.088 |
| Offensive success rate | 36.5% | 31.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.416 | -0.166 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.208 | -0.054 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.088 | +0.245 |
| Defensive success rate | 69.0% | 63.5% |
By the numbers
Dallas Cowboys held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.09 vs -0.24), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Atlanta Falcons: 15 drives, -23.48 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
- Dallas Cowboys: 13 drives, -7.64 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Dallas Cowboys leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- T. Dwight (Atlanta Falcons) 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.
- Dallas Cowboys FG (+3) — Q1 56:11 · ATL 6 · Score 0-3
(11:11) R.Cunningham 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q1 49:39 · ATL 2 · Score 0-9
(4:39) E.Smith left end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q1 45:31 · ATL 2 · Score 0-10
T.Gowin extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q3 28:20 · ATL 7 · Score 0-16
(13:20) E.Smith left tackle for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q3 26:24 · ATL 2 · Score 0-17
T.Gowin extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q4 5:29 · DAL 45 · Score 6-17
(5:29) D.Kanell pass to T.Dwight for 45 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Pass caught at DAL10 before scoring. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q4 4:00 · DAL 2 · Score 7-17
M.Andersen extra point is GOOD, Center-A.Schreiber, Holder-D.Stryzinski. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q4 1:01 · DAL 4 · Score 7-23
(1:01) D.Kanell pass INTERCEPTED by G.Ellis at DAL 13. G.Ellis for 87 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q4 0:46 · ATL 2 · Score 7-24
T.Gowin extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Atlanta Falcons vs Dallas Cowboys?
The Dallas Cowboys beat the Atlanta Falcons 24-7 in Week 2, 1999 on 1999-09-20.
What was the final score of Atlanta Falcons vs Dallas Cowboys?
The final score was Atlanta Falcons 7, Dallas Cowboys 24 (ATL 7-24 DAL) in Week 2, 1999 on 1999-09-20.
What was the score by quarter in Atlanta Falcons vs Dallas Cowboys?
Q1: Atlanta Falcons 0, Dallas Cowboys 10; Q3: Atlanta Falcons 0, Dallas Cowboys 7; Q4: Atlanta Falcons 7, Dallas Cowboys 7; Final: Atlanta Falcons 7, Dallas Cowboys 24.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Atlanta Falcons vs Dallas Cowboys?
Dallas Cowboys touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 49:39) Dallas Cowboys touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 28:20) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 5:29) Dallas Cowboys touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 1:01) Dallas Cowboys field goal — unlisted player (Q1 56:11, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Atlanta Falcons vs Dallas Cowboys?
T. Aikman (Dallas Cowboys), 34.5% completion, -0.15 EPA per dropback, -4.36 total passing EPA. D. Kanell (Atlanta Falcons), 36.0% completion, -0.29 EPA per dropback, -7.30 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Atlanta Falcons vs Dallas Cowboys?
T. Dwight (Atlanta Falcons) led the game in total EPA with +4.97 on receiving plays. across 1 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-10.53 EPA): (1:01) D.Kanell pass INTERCEPTED by G.Ellis at DAL 13. G.Ellis for 87 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +99.9%.
Season records after this game
Atlanta Falcons
Entered 0-1 Now 0-2 L
Dallas Cowboys
Entered 1-0 Now 2-0 W
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