Game story
In Week 17 of the 1999 NFL season on 2000-01-02, the New England Patriots took care of business against the Baltimore Ravens, pulling away with a 20–3 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 16 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
T. Banks (Baltimore Ravens) paced the passing game, with -16.67 total EPA.
On the individual side, P. Holmes (Baltimore Ravens) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +4.73 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+58.4% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when New England Patriots changed the game: M.Stover kicks 68 yards from BAL 30 to NE 2. T.Brown to BAL 44 for 54 yards (T.Peters).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q3 | — | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Ravens | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| New England Patriots | 13 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 P. Holmes · Baltimore Ravens · Rushing · +4.73 total EPA · 16 snaps · +0.30 EPA/play
- 2 M. Bartrum · New England Patriots · Receiving · +1.82 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.82 EPA/play
- 3 C. Evans · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +1.63 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.41 EPA/play
- 4 P. Johnson · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +1.45 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.13 EPA/play
- 5 C. Evans · Baltimore Ravens · Rushing · +0.82 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.27 EPA/play
- 6 D. Bledsoe · New England Patriots · Rushing · +0.65 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.22 EPA/play
- 7 V. Brisby · New England Patriots · Receiving · +0.55 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.18 EPA/play
- 8 P. Holmes · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +0.50 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.06 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
P. Holmes — BAL · Rushing
P. Holmes posted the highest total EPA (+4.73) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Baltimore Ravens's efficiency. Across 16 counted snaps, they averaged +0.30 EPA per play.
The signature play (-7.82 EPA) came from Baltimore Ravens: (8:07) T.Banks sacked at BAL 23 for -9 yards (T.Johnson). FUMBLES (T.Johnson), RECOVERED by NE-C.Eaton at BAL 23. C.Eaton for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- New England Patriots — unlisted player
- New England Patriots — unlisted player
Field goals
- Baltimore Ravens — unlisted player
- New England Patriots — unlisted player
- New England Patriots — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The second quarter: New England Patriots won the period 13–3. Baltimore Ravens connected on a field goal from the NE 1 (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) M.Stover 19 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-F.Wainright, Holder-K.Richardson.; New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the BAL 7 (Q2 40:09) — (10:09) A.Vinatieri 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-L.Johnson.; New England Patriots found the end zone from the BAL 1 (Q2 35:08) — (5:08) D.Bledsoe pass to M.Bartrum for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; New England Patriots added 1 points from the BAL 2 (Q2 35:04) — A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-L.Johnson.; New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the BAL 34 (Q2 30:03) — (:03) A.Vinatieri 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-L.Johnson..
The third quarter: New England Patriots won the period 7–0. New England Patriots found the end zone from the NE 68 (Q3 23:07); New England Patriots added 1 points from the BAL 2 (Q3 22:59) — A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-L.Johnson..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- New England Patriots (Q1 60:00) — M.Stover kicks 68 yards from BAL 30 to NE 2. T.Brown to BAL 44 for 54 yards (T.Peters).
- New England Patriots (Q2 30:44) — (:44) (Shotgun) D.Bledsoe pass to B.Coates to BAL 34 for no gain (D.Jenkins, C.Harris).
- Baltimore Ravens (Q1 53:32) — (8:32) T.Banks pass to P.Johnson to NE 32 for 1 yard (K.Serwanga). FUMBLES (K.Serwanga), RECOVERED by NE-W.McGinest at NE 32. W.McGinest to NE 34 for 2 yards.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q3 23:07) — (8:07) T.Banks sacked at BAL 23 for -9 yards (T.Johnson). FUMBLES (T.Johnson), RECOVERED by NE-C.Eaton at BAL 23. C.Eaton for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New England Patriots (Q1 60:00) — (15:00) D.Bledsoe sacked at BAL 39 for -2 yards (T.Siragusa).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q3 23:07) — (8:07) T.Banks sacked at BAL 23 for -9 yards (T.Johnson). FUMBLES (T.Johnson), RECOVERED by NE-C.Eaton at BAL 23. C.Eaton for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q1 53:32) — (8:32) T.Banks pass to P.Johnson to NE 32 for 1 yard (K.Serwanga). FUMBLES (K.Serwanga), RECOVERED by NE-W.McGinest at NE 32. W.McGinest to NE 34 for 2 yards.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q4 10:13) — (10:13) (Shotgun) S.Case pass incomplete to P.Johnson. PENALTY on NE-T.Billups, Defensive Pass Interference, 45 yards, enforced at BAL 28 - No Play.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q3 22:59) — (7:59) T.Banks pass intended for A.Ofodile INTERCEPTED by K.Serwanga at NE 0. Touchback. Play Challenged by BAL and Upheld. (Timeout #1 at 02:41.)
Quarterback report card
T.Banks led all passers in efficiency for Baltimore Ravens, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- T.Banks (Baltimore Ravens) · 31 dropbacks · 58.1% completion · -0.54 EPA/play · -16.67 total EPA
- D.Bledsoe (New England Patriots) · 29 dropbacks · 51.7% completion · -0.24 EPA/play · -6.82 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Baltimore Ravens | New England Patriots |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.209 | -0.089 |
| Offensive success rate | 41.9% | 38.8% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.332 | -0.240 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.081 | -0.266 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.089 | +0.209 |
| Defensive success rate | 61.2% | 58.1% |
By the numbers
New England Patriots held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.09 vs -0.21), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Baltimore Ravens: 11 drives, -19.43 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
- New England Patriots: 13 drives, -5.93 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- New England Patriots leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- P. Holmes (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) — Q2 45:00 · NE 1 · Score 3-0
(15:00) M.Stover 19 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-F.Wainright, Holder-K.Richardson. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q2 40:09 · BAL 7 · Score 3-3
(10:09) A.Vinatieri 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-L.Johnson. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q2 35:08 · BAL 1 · Score 3-9
(5:08) D.Bledsoe pass to M.Bartrum for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - New England Patriots XP (+1) — Q2 35:04 · BAL 2 · Score 3-10
A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-L.Johnson. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q2 30:03 · BAL 34 · Score 3-13
(:03) A.Vinatieri 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-L.Johnson. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q3 23:07 · NE 68 · Score 3-19
(8:07) T.Banks sacked at BAL 23 for -9 yards (T.Johnson). FUMBLES (T.Johnson), RECOVERED by NE-C.Eaton at BAL 23. C.Eaton for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New England Patriots XP (+1) — Q3 22:59 · BAL 2 · Score 3-20
A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-L.Johnson.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Baltimore Ravens vs New England Patriots?
The New England Patriots beat the Baltimore Ravens 20-3 in Week 17, 1999 on 2000-01-02.
What was the final score of Baltimore Ravens vs New England Patriots?
The final score was Baltimore Ravens 3, New England Patriots 20 (BAL 3-20 NE) in Week 17, 1999 on 2000-01-02.
What was the score by quarter in Baltimore Ravens vs New England Patriots?
Q2: Baltimore Ravens 3, New England Patriots 13; Q3: Baltimore Ravens 0, New England Patriots 7; Final: Baltimore Ravens 3, New England Patriots 20.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Baltimore Ravens vs New England Patriots?
New England Patriots touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 35:08) New England Patriots touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 23:07) Baltimore Ravens field goal — unlisted player (Q2 45:00, 3 pts) New England Patriots field goal — unlisted player (Q2 40:09, 3 pts) New England Patriots field goal — unlisted player (Q2 30:03, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Baltimore Ravens vs New England Patriots?
T. Banks (Baltimore Ravens), 58.1% completion, -0.54 EPA per dropback, -16.67 total passing EPA. D. Bledsoe (New England Patriots), 51.7% completion, -0.24 EPA per dropback, -6.82 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Baltimore Ravens vs New England Patriots?
P. Holmes (Baltimore Ravens) led the game in total EPA with +4.73 on rushing plays. across 16 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-7.82 EPA): (8:07) T.Banks sacked at BAL 23 for -9 yards (T.Johnson). FUMBLES (T.Johnson), RECOVERED by NE-C.Eaton at BAL 23. C.Eaton for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +58.4%.
Season records after this game
Baltimore Ravens
Entered 8-6 Now 8-7 L
New England Patriots
Entered 7-8 Now 8-8 W
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