Game story
In Week 11 of the 2000 NFL season on 2000-11-12, the Detroit Lions took care of business against the Atlanta Falcons, pulling away with a 13–10 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 7 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
D. Kanell (Atlanta Falcons) paced the passing game, with -13.73 total EPA.
On the individual side, A. Pupunu (Detroit Lions) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +2.47 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+56.6% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Detroit Lions changed the game: M.Andersen kicks 61 yards from ATL 30 to DET 9. D.Howard to DET 34 for 25 yards (C.Atkins).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Falcons | 0 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Detroit Lions | 7 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 13 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 A. Pupunu · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +2.47 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.23 EPA/play
- 2 J. Morton · Detroit Lions · Rushing · +1.28 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.28 EPA/play
- 3 J. Anderson · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +1.26 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.25 EPA/play
- 4 J. Anderson · Atlanta Falcons · Rushing · +0.12 total EPA · 27 snaps · +0.00 EPA/play
- 5 W. Rasby · Detroit Lions · Receiving · -0.27 total EPA · 2 snaps · -0.13 EPA/play
- 6 B. Kozlowski · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · -0.37 total EPA · 1 snaps · -0.37 EPA/play
- 7 H. Moore · Detroit Lions · Receiving · -0.42 total EPA · 10 snaps · -0.04 EPA/play
- 8 T. Dwight · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · -0.67 total EPA · 5 snaps · -0.13 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
A. Pupunu — DET · Receiving
A. Pupunu posted the highest total EPA (+2.47) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Detroit Lions's efficiency. Across 2 counted snaps, they averaged +1.23 EPA per play.
The signature play (-3.53 EPA) came from Detroit Lions: (7:33) C.Batch pass intended for H.Moore INTERCEPTED by E.Williams at DET 26. E.Williams to DET 25 for 1 yard (H.Moore).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
- Atlanta Falcons — unlisted player
Field goals
- Atlanta Falcons — unlisted player
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Detroit Lions won the period 7–0. Detroit Lions found the end zone from the ATL 1 (Q1 55:34) — (10:34) J.Stewart left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Detroit Lions added 1 points from the ATL 2 (Q1 55:30) — J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett..
The second quarter: Atlanta Falcons won the period 7–0. Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the DET 14 (Q2 36:43) — (6:43) J.Anderson right end for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the DET 2 (Q2 36:36) — M.Andersen extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Rackley, Holder-D.Stryzinski..
The third quarter: Atlanta Falcons won the period 3–0. Atlanta Falcons connected on a field goal from the DET 24 (Q3 25:35) — (10:35) M.Andersen 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Rackley, Holder-D.Stryzinski..
The fourth quarter: Detroit Lions won the period 6–0. Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the ATL 1 (Q4 5:17) — (5:17) J.Hanson 18 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett.; Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the ATL 25 (Q4 1:49) — (1:49) J.Hanson 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Detroit Lions (Q1 60:00) — M.Andersen kicks 61 yards from ATL 30 to DET 9. D.Howard to DET 34 for 25 yards (C.Atkins).
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 2:23) — (2:23) D.Kanell pass intended for S.Jefferson INTERCEPTED by C.Brown at ATL 41. C.Brown to ATL 29 for 12 yards (J.Anderson).
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 0:48) — (:48) D.Kanell pass intended for S.Jefferson INTERCEPTED by B.Westbrook at ATL 43. B.Westbrook to ATL 43 for no gain (S.Jefferson).
- Detroit Lions (Q2 37:33) — (7:33) C.Batch pass intended for H.Moore INTERCEPTED by E.Williams at DET 26. E.Williams to DET 25 for 1 yard (H.Moore).
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 1:09) — (1:09) D.Kanell pass to T.Dwight to ATL 31 for 11 yards (T.Scroggins).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Detroit Lions (Q2 37:33) — (7:33) C.Batch pass intended for H.Moore INTERCEPTED by E.Williams at DET 26. E.Williams to DET 25 for 1 yard (H.Moore).
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 2:23) — (2:23) D.Kanell pass intended for S.Jefferson INTERCEPTED by C.Brown at ATL 41. C.Brown to ATL 29 for 12 yards (J.Anderson).
- Detroit Lions (Q1 53:36) — (8:36) C.Batch pass to A.Pupunu to 50 for 17 yards (G.McBurrows; M.Carter).
- Atlanta Falcons (Q2 36:43) — (6:43) J.Anderson right end for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
D.Kanell led all passers in efficiency for Atlanta Falcons, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- D.Kanell (Atlanta Falcons) · 41 dropbacks · 34.1% completion · -0.33 EPA/play · -13.73 total EPA
- C.Batch (Detroit Lions) · 30 dropbacks · 40.0% completion · -0.34 EPA/play · -10.30 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Atlanta Falcons | Detroit Lions |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.154 | -0.149 |
| Offensive success rate | 30.9% | 33.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.335 | -0.360 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.092 | -0.246 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.149 | +0.154 |
| Defensive success rate | 67.0% | 69.1% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Atlanta Falcons -0.15, Detroit Lions -0.15) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- Atlanta Falcons: 15 drives, -14.94 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Detroit Lions: 15 drives, -13.51 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Detroit Lions leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- One-score margin — fantasy managers should double-check garbage-time stats before drawing conclusions.
- A. Pupunu (Detroit Lions) 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.
- Detroit Lions TD (+6) — Q1 55:34 · ATL 1 · Score 0-6
(10:34) J.Stewart left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Detroit Lions XP (+1) — Q1 55:30 · ATL 2 · Score 0-7
J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q2 36:43 · DET 14 · Score 6-7
(6:43) J.Anderson right end for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q2 36:36 · DET 2 · Score 7-7
M.Andersen extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Rackley, Holder-D.Stryzinski. - Atlanta Falcons FG (+3) — Q3 25:35 · DET 24 · Score 10-7
(10:35) M.Andersen 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Rackley, Holder-D.Stryzinski. - Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q4 5:17 · ATL 1 · Score 10-10
(5:17) J.Hanson 18 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett. - Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q4 1:49 · ATL 25 · Score 10-13
(1:49) J.Hanson 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Atlanta Falcons vs Detroit Lions?
The Detroit Lions beat the Atlanta Falcons 13-10 in Week 11, 2000 on 2000-11-12.
What was the final score of Atlanta Falcons vs Detroit Lions?
The final score was Atlanta Falcons 10, Detroit Lions 13 (ATL 10-13 DET) in Week 11, 2000 on 2000-11-12.
What was the score by quarter in Atlanta Falcons vs Detroit Lions?
Q1: Atlanta Falcons 0, Detroit Lions 7; Q2: Atlanta Falcons 7, Detroit Lions 0; Q3: Atlanta Falcons 3, Detroit Lions 0; Q4: Atlanta Falcons 0, Detroit Lions 6; Final: Atlanta Falcons 10, Detroit Lions 13.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Atlanta Falcons vs Detroit Lions?
Detroit Lions touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 55:34) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 36:43) Atlanta Falcons field goal — unlisted player (Q3 25:35, 3 pts) Detroit Lions field goal — unlisted player (Q4 5:17, 3 pts) Detroit Lions field goal — unlisted player (Q4 1:49, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Atlanta Falcons vs Detroit Lions?
D. Kanell (Atlanta Falcons), 34.1% completion, -0.33 EPA per dropback, -13.73 total passing EPA. C. Batch (Detroit Lions), 40.0% completion, -0.34 EPA per dropback, -10.30 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Atlanta Falcons vs Detroit Lions?
A. Pupunu (Detroit Lions) led the game in total EPA with +2.47 on receiving plays. across 2 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-3.53 EPA): (7:33) C.Batch pass intended for H.Moore INTERCEPTED by E.Williams at DET 26. E.Williams to DET 25 for 1 yard (H.Moore).. The biggest win-probability swing was +56.6%.
Was Atlanta Falcons vs Detroit Lions a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Detroit Lions won 13-10 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Atlanta Falcons
Entered 3-7 Now 3-8 L
Detroit Lions
Entered 5-4 Now 6-4 W
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