Game story
In Week 10 of the 2003 NFL season on 2003-11-09, the Detroit Lions took care of business against the Chicago Bears, pulling away with a 12–10 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Harrington (Detroit Lions) paced the passing game, with +1.21 total EPA.
On the individual side, S. Anderson (Detroit Lions) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +8.13 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-27.9% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Chicago Bears changed the game: (:34) 12-C.Chandler pass intended for 87-J.Gage INTERCEPTED by 25-C.Harris at DET 38. 25-C.Harris to DET 37 for -1 yards (87-J.Gage). Play Challenged by Review Assistant and Upheld.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Bears | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Detroit Lions | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 12 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 S. Anderson · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +8.13 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.63 EPA/play
- 2 D. Clark · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +4.80 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.20 EPA/play
- 3 J. Gage · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +3.11 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.11 EPA/play
- 4 M. Booker · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +2.20 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.55 EPA/play
- 5 R. Swinton · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +2.11 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.11 EPA/play
- 6 B. Schroeder · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +1.92 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.92 EPA/play
- 7 C. Schlesinger · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +1.61 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.40 EPA/play
- 8 D. Lyman · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +1.59 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.59 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
S. Anderson — DET · Receiving
S. Anderson posted the highest total EPA (+8.13) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Detroit Lions's efficiency. Across 5 counted snaps, they averaged +1.63 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.01 EPA) came from Chicago Bears: (12:09) 2-P.Edinger 41 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Chicago Bears — D. Clark (C. Chandler pass)
Field goals
- Detroit Lions — J. Hanson
- Chicago Bears — P. Edinger
- Detroit Lions — J. Hanson
- Detroit Lions — J. Hanson
- Detroit Lions — J. Hanson
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 3–0. Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the CHI 5 (Q1 46:56) — (1:56) 4-J.Hanson 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-89-B.Banta, Holder-2-N.Harris..
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Chicago Bears connected on a field goal from the DET 25 (Q2 41:34) — (11:34) 2-P.Edinger 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.; Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the CHI 7 (Q2 32:44) — (2:44) 4-J.Hanson 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-89-B.Banta, Holder-2-N.Harris..
The third quarter: Chicago Bears won the period 7–3. Chicago Bears found the end zone from the DET 12 (Q3 22:57) — (7:57) 12-C.Chandler pass to 88-D.Clark for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the DET 2 (Q3 22:52) — 2-P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.; Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the CHI 12 (Q3 17:52) — (2:52) 4-J.Hanson 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-89-B.Banta, Holder-2-N.Harris..
The fourth quarter: Detroit Lions won the period 3–0. Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the CHI 30 (Q4 0:44) — (:44) 4-J.Hanson 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-89-B.Banta, Holder-2-N.Harris..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Chicago Bears (Q4 0:34) — (:34) 12-C.Chandler pass intended for 87-J.Gage INTERCEPTED by 25-C.Harris at DET 38. 25-C.Harris to DET 37 for -1 yards (87-J.Gage). Play Challenged by Review Assistant and Upheld.
- Detroit Lions (Q4 0:44) — (:44) 4-J.Hanson 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-89-B.Banta, Holder-2-N.Harris.
- Chicago Bears (Q4 12:09) — (12:09) 2-P.Edinger 41 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.
- Chicago Bears (Q3 22:57) — (7:57) 12-C.Chandler pass to 88-D.Clark for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Chicago Bears (Q2 43:40) — (13:40) 12-C.Chandler pass to 87-J.Gage pushed ob at DET 29 for 16 yards (25-C.Harris).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Chicago Bears (Q4 12:09) — (12:09) 2-P.Edinger 41 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.
- Chicago Bears (Q2 37:57) — (7:57) 2-P.Edinger 48 yard field goal is BLOCKED (95-J.DeVries), Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.
- Chicago Bears (Q3 22:57) — (7:57) 12-C.Chandler pass to 88-D.Clark for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Chicago Bears (Q2 43:40) — (13:40) 12-C.Chandler pass to 87-J.Gage pushed ob at DET 29 for 16 yards (25-C.Harris).
Quarterback report card
J.Harrington led all passers in efficiency for Detroit Lions, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Harrington (Detroit Lions) · 39 dropbacks · 61.5% completion · +0.03 EPA/play · +1.21 total EPA
- C.Chandler (Chicago Bears) · 33 dropbacks · 48.5% completion · +0.04 EPA/play · +1.21 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Chicago Bears | Detroit Lions |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.155 | -0.159 |
| Offensive success rate | 39.2% | 38.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.024 | -0.036 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.339 | -0.643 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.159 | +0.155 |
| Defensive success rate | 61.8% | 60.8% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Chicago Bears -0.15, Detroit Lions -0.16) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- Chicago Bears: 12 drives, -12.22 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Detroit Lions: 13 drives, -12.05 total EPA, 4 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.
- S. Anderson (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 FG (+3) — Q1 46:56 · CHI 5 · Score 0-3
(1:56) 4-J.Hanson 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-89-B.Banta, Holder-2-N.Harris. - Chicago Bears FG (+3) — Q2 41:34 · DET 25 · Score 3-3
(11:34) 2-P.Edinger 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard. - Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q2 32:44 · CHI 7 · Score 3-6
(2:44) 4-J.Hanson 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-89-B.Banta, Holder-2-N.Harris. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q3 22:57 · DET 12 · Score 9-6
(7:57) 12-C.Chandler pass to 88-D.Clark for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q3 22:52 · DET 2 · Score 10-6
2-P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard. - Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q3 17:52 · CHI 12 · Score 10-9
(2:52) 4-J.Hanson 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-89-B.Banta, Holder-2-N.Harris. - Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q4 0:44 · CHI 30 · Score 10-12
(:44) 4-J.Hanson 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-89-B.Banta, Holder-2-N.Harris.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Chicago Bears vs Detroit Lions?
The Detroit Lions beat the Chicago Bears 12-10 in Week 10, 2003 on 2003-11-09.
What was the final score of Chicago Bears vs Detroit Lions?
The final score was Chicago Bears 10, Detroit Lions 12 (CHI 10-12 DET) in Week 10, 2003 on 2003-11-09.
What was the score by quarter in Chicago Bears vs Detroit Lions?
Q1: Chicago Bears 0, Detroit Lions 3; Q2: Chicago Bears 3, Detroit Lions 3; Q3: Chicago Bears 7, Detroit Lions 3; Q4: Chicago Bears 0, Detroit Lions 3; Final: Chicago Bears 10, Detroit Lions 12.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Chicago Bears vs Detroit Lions?
Chicago Bears touchdown — D. Clark (C. Chandler pass) (Q3 22:57) Detroit Lions field goal — J. Hanson (Q1 46:56, 3 pts) Chicago Bears field goal — P. Edinger (Q2 41:34, 3 pts) Detroit Lions field goal — J. Hanson (Q2 32:44, 3 pts) Detroit Lions field goal — J. Hanson (Q3 17:52, 3 pts) Detroit Lions field goal — J. Hanson (Q4 0:44, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Chicago Bears vs Detroit Lions?
J. Harrington (Detroit Lions), 61.5% completion, +0.03 EPA per dropback, +1.21 total passing EPA. C. Chandler (Chicago Bears), 48.5% completion, +0.04 EPA per dropback, +1.21 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Chicago Bears vs Detroit Lions?
S. Anderson (Detroit Lions) led the game in total EPA with +8.13 on receiving plays. across 5 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.01 EPA): (12:09) 2-P.Edinger 41 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard.. The biggest win-probability swing was -27.9%.
Was Chicago Bears vs Detroit Lions a close game?
Yes — the margin was 2 points. Detroit Lions won 12-10 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Chicago Bears
Entered 3-5 Now 3-6 L
Detroit Lions
Entered 2-6 Now 3-6 W
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