Game story
In Week 10 of the 2000 NFL season on 2000-11-05, the Baltimore Ravens took care of business against the Cincinnati Bengals, pulling away with a 27–7 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 21 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
T. Dilfer (Baltimore Ravens) paced the passing game, with +7.88 total EPA.
On the individual side, T. Dilfer (Baltimore Ravens) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +7.88 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+58.4% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Cincinnati Bengals changed the game: M.Stover kicks 65 yards from BAL 30 to CIN 5. T.Mack to BAL 46 for 49 yards (M.Stover).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Ravens | 3 | 21 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 27 |
| Cincinnati Bengals | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 T. Dilfer · Baltimore Ravens · Passing · +7.88 total EPA · 38 snaps · +0.21 EPA/play
- 2 S. Sharpe · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +5.28 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.59 EPA/play
- 3 J. Lewis · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +3.90 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.49 EPA/play
- 4 B. Stokley · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +3.61 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.61 EPA/play
- 5 T. McGee · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +2.23 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.12 EPA/play
- 6 Q. Ismail · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +1.74 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.25 EPA/play
- 7 P. Warrick · Cincinnati Bengals · Rushing · +1.33 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.67 EPA/play
- 8 P. Johnson · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +1.22 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.24 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
T. Dilfer — BAL · Passing
T. Dilfer posted the highest total EPA (+7.88) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Baltimore Ravens's efficiency. Across 38 counted snaps, they averaged +0.21 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.44 EPA) came from Cincinnati Bengals: (:13) A.Smith FUMBLES (Aborted) at CIN 17, RECOVERED by BAL-M.McCrary at CIN 17. Fumble occured while attempting a handoff to CIN #36 Bennett; Yard line changed with change of possesion.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Baltimore Ravens — unlisted player
- Baltimore Ravens — unlisted player
- Baltimore Ravens — unlisted player
- Cincinnati Bengals — unlisted player
Field goals
- Baltimore Ravens — unlisted player
- Baltimore Ravens — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Baltimore Ravens won the period 3–0. Baltimore Ravens connected on a field goal from the CIN 20 (Q1 47:35) — (2:35) M.Stover 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson..
The second quarter: Baltimore Ravens won the period 21–0. Baltimore Ravens found the end zone from the CIN 14 (Q2 44:14) — (14:14) T.Dilfer pass to B.Stokley for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Baltimore Ravens added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q2 44:07) — M.Stover extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson.; Baltimore Ravens found the end zone from the CIN 18 (Q2 36:30) — (6:30) T.Dilfer pass to S.Sharpe for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Baltimore Ravens added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q2 36:25) — M.Stover extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson.; Baltimore Ravens found the end zone from the CIN 19 (Q2 32:13) — (2:13) T.Dilfer pass to S.Sharpe for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Baltimore Ravens added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q2 32:04) — M.Stover extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson..
The third quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 7–0. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the BAL 4 (Q3 21:17) — (6:17) P.Warrick right end for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Direct snap to Cin-#80 Peter Warrick.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the BAL 2 (Q3 21:13) — N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope..
The fourth quarter: Baltimore Ravens won the period 3–0. Baltimore Ravens connected on a field goal from the CIN 14 (Q4 9:03) — (9:03) M.Stover 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 60:00) — M.Stover kicks 65 yards from BAL 30 to CIN 5. T.Mack to BAL 46 for 49 yards (M.Stover).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 45:13) — (:13) A.Smith FUMBLES (Aborted) at CIN 17, RECOVERED by BAL-M.McCrary at CIN 17. Fumble occured while attempting a handoff to CIN #36 Bennett; Yard line changed with change of possesion.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q2 44:14) — (14:14) T.Dilfer pass to B.Stokley for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q1 57:21) — (12:21) T.Dilfer pass to P.Johnson to BAL 19 for 11 yards (T.Carter, D.Williams).
- Baltimore Ravens (Q1 50:47) — (5:47) J.Lewis right guard to CIN 38 for 8 yards (S.Foley).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 45:13) — (:13) A.Smith FUMBLES (Aborted) at CIN 17, RECOVERED by BAL-M.McCrary at CIN 17. Fumble occured while attempting a handoff to CIN #36 Bennett; Yard line changed with change of possesion.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q2 32:13) — (2:13) T.Dilfer pass to S.Sharpe for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q2 44:14) — (14:14) T.Dilfer pass to B.Stokley for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q2 36:30) — (6:30) T.Dilfer pass to S.Sharpe for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
T.Dilfer led all passers in efficiency for Baltimore Ravens, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- T.Dilfer (Baltimore Ravens) · 38 dropbacks · 60.5% completion · +0.21 EPA/play · +7.88 total EPA
- A.Smith (Cincinnati Bengals) · 32 dropbacks · 46.9% completion · -0.21 EPA/play · -6.84 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Baltimore Ravens | Cincinnati Bengals |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.072 | -0.217 |
| Offensive success rate | 40.0% | 34.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.216 | -0.213 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.013 | -0.472 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.217 | -0.072 |
| Defensive success rate | 65.8% | 60.0% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Baltimore Ravens generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.07 vs -0.22), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Baltimore Ravens: 13 drives, +6.51 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Cincinnati Bengals: 12 drives, -17.13 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Baltimore Ravens leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- T. Dilfer (Baltimore Ravens) 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.
- Baltimore Ravens FG (+3) — Q1 47:35 · CIN 20 · Score 3-0
(2:35) M.Stover 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson. - Baltimore Ravens TD (+6) — Q2 44:14 · CIN 14 · Score 9-0
(14:14) T.Dilfer pass to B.Stokley for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Baltimore Ravens XP (+1) — Q2 44:07 · CIN 2 · Score 10-0
M.Stover extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson. - Baltimore Ravens TD (+6) — Q2 36:30 · CIN 18 · Score 16-0
(6:30) T.Dilfer pass to S.Sharpe for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Baltimore Ravens XP (+1) — Q2 36:25 · CIN 2 · Score 17-0
M.Stover extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson. - Baltimore Ravens TD (+6) — Q2 32:13 · CIN 19 · Score 23-0
(2:13) T.Dilfer pass to S.Sharpe for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Baltimore Ravens XP (+1) — Q2 32:04 · CIN 2 · Score 24-0
M.Stover extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q3 21:17 · BAL 4 · Score 24-6
(6:17) P.Warrick right end for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Direct snap to Cin-#80 Peter Warrick. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q3 21:13 · BAL 2 · Score 24-7
N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope. - Baltimore Ravens FG (+3) — Q4 9:03 · CIN 14 · Score 27-7
(9:03) M.Stover 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Baltimore Ravens vs Cincinnati Bengals?
The Baltimore Ravens beat the Cincinnati Bengals 27-7 in Week 10, 2000 on 2000-11-05.
What was the final score of Baltimore Ravens vs Cincinnati Bengals?
The final score was Baltimore Ravens 27, Cincinnati Bengals 7 (BAL 27-7 CIN) in Week 10, 2000 on 2000-11-05.
What was the score by quarter in Baltimore Ravens vs Cincinnati Bengals?
Q1: Baltimore Ravens 3, Cincinnati Bengals 0; Q2: Baltimore Ravens 21, Cincinnati Bengals 0; Q3: Baltimore Ravens 0, Cincinnati Bengals 7; Q4: Baltimore Ravens 3, Cincinnati Bengals 0; Final: Baltimore Ravens 27, Cincinnati Bengals 7.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Baltimore Ravens vs Cincinnati Bengals?
Baltimore Ravens touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 44:14) Baltimore Ravens touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 36:30) Baltimore Ravens touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 32:13) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 21:17) Baltimore Ravens field goal — unlisted player (Q1 47:35, 3 pts) Baltimore Ravens field goal — unlisted player (Q4 9:03, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Baltimore Ravens vs Cincinnati Bengals?
T. Dilfer (Baltimore Ravens), 60.5% completion, +0.21 EPA per dropback, +7.88 total passing EPA. A. Smith (Cincinnati Bengals), 46.9% completion, -0.21 EPA per dropback, -6.84 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Baltimore Ravens vs Cincinnati Bengals?
T. Dilfer (Baltimore Ravens) led the game in total EPA with +7.88 on passing plays. across 38 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.44 EPA): (:13) A.Smith FUMBLES (Aborted) at CIN 17, RECOVERED by BAL-M.McCrary at CIN 17. Fumble occured while attempting a handoff to CIN #36 Bennett; Yard line changed with change of pos. The biggest win-probability swing was +58.4%.
Season records after this game
Baltimore Ravens
Entered 5-4 Now 6-4 W
Cincinnati Bengals
Entered 2-6 Now 2-7 L