Game story
In Week 5 of the 1999 NFL season on 1999-10-10, the Chicago Bears took care of business against the Minnesota Vikings, pulling away with a 24–22 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 16 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
R. Cunningham (Minnesota Vikings) paced the passing game, with -17.31 total EPA.
On the individual side, S. Matthews (Chicago Bears) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +10.73 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+42.2% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Chicago Bears changed the game: M.Berger kicks 71 yards from MIN 30 to CHI -1. G.Milburn to CHI 19 for 20 yards (J.Mills).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Bears | 7 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 24 |
| Minnesota Vikings | 3 | 9 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 22 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 S. Matthews · Chicago Bears · Passing · +10.73 total EPA · 28 snaps · +0.38 EPA/play
- 2 C. Walsh · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +4.65 total EPA · 1 snaps · +4.65 EPA/play
- 3 R. Moss · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +3.84 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.35 EPA/play
- 4 C. Conway · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +3.57 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.40 EPA/play
- 5 M. Robinson · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +3.25 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.30 EPA/play
- 6 R. Smith · Minnesota Vikings · Rushing · +3.19 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.27 EPA/play
- 7 C. McNown · Chicago Bears · Passing · +2.43 total EPA · 15 snaps · +0.16 EPA/play
- 8 E. Bennett · Chicago Bears · Rushing · +2.22 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.22 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
S. Matthews — CHI · Passing
S. Matthews posted the highest total EPA (+10.73) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Chicago Bears's efficiency. Across 28 counted snaps, they averaged +0.38 EPA per play.
The signature play (-8.00 EPA) came from Minnesota Vikings: (9:18) R.Cunningham pass to J.Kleinsasser to MIN 17 for -3 yards (R.McDonald). FUMBLES (R.McDonald), RECOVERED by CHI-S.Harris at MIN 0. TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by MIN and Upheld. (Timeout #1 at 09:10.)
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
Field goals
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Chicago Bears won the period 7–3. Chicago Bears found the end zone from the CHI 80 (Q1 54:18); Chicago Bears added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q1 54:10) — J.Jaeger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.; Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the CHI 8 (Q1 50:16) — (5:16) G.Anderson 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger..
The second quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 9–7. Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the CHI 22 (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) G.Anderson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.; Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the CHI 5 (Q2 37:48) — (7:48) G.Anderson 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.; Chicago Bears found the end zone from the MIN 30 (Q2 31:22) — (1:22) (Shotgun) S.Matthews pass to C.Conway for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q2 31:13) — J.Jaeger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.; Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the CHI 8 (Q2 30:04) — (:04) G.Anderson 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger..
The third quarter: Chicago Bears won the period 7–3. Chicago Bears found the end zone from the MIN 3 (Q3 27:50) — (12:50) S.Matthews pass to M.Robinson for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q3 22:47) — J.Jaeger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.; Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the CHI 16 (Q3 22:47) — (7:47) G.Anderson 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger..
The fourth quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 7–3. Chicago Bears connected on a field goal from the MIN 22 (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) J.Jaeger 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the CHI 18 (Q4 0:06) — (:06) R.Cunningham pass to C.Walsh for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q4 0:02) — G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Chicago Bears (Q1 60:00) — M.Berger kicks 71 yards from MIN 30 to CHI -1. G.Milburn to CHI 19 for 20 yards (J.Mills).
- Minnesota Vikings (Q1 54:18) — (9:18) R.Cunningham pass to J.Kleinsasser to MIN 17 for -3 yards (R.McDonald). FUMBLES (R.McDonald), RECOVERED by CHI-S.Harris at MIN 0. TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by MIN and Upheld. (Timeout #1 at 09
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 12:21) — (12:21) R.Cunningham pass to J.Kleinsasser to CHI 23 for 9 yards (B.Minter). FUMBLES (B.Minter), RECOVERED by CHI-K.Samuel at CHI 25.
- Chicago Bears (Q2 36:20) — (6:20) J.Jaeger 48 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.
- Chicago Bears (Q2 36:20) — (6:20) (Shotgun) S.Matthews pass to M.Robinson to MIN 45 for 11 yards (R.Griffith). PENALTY on MIN-J.Randle, Roughing the Passer, 15 yards, enforced at MIN 45.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q1 54:18) — (9:18) R.Cunningham pass to J.Kleinsasser to MIN 17 for -3 yards (R.McDonald). FUMBLES (R.McDonald), RECOVERED by CHI-S.Harris at MIN 0. TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by MIN and Upheld. (Timeout #1 at 09
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 4:50) — (4:50) R.Cunningham pass INTERCEPTED by B.Minter at CHI 18. B.Minter to 50 for 32 yards (R.Cunningham).
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 0:06) — (:06) R.Cunningham pass to C.Walsh for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 12:21) — (12:21) R.Cunningham pass to J.Kleinsasser to CHI 23 for 9 yards (B.Minter). FUMBLES (B.Minter), RECOVERED by CHI-K.Samuel at CHI 25.
Quarterback report card
R.Cunningham led all passers in efficiency for Minnesota Vikings, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- R.Cunningham (Minnesota Vikings) · 52 dropbacks · 48.1% completion · -0.33 EPA/play · -17.31 total EPA
- S.Matthews (Chicago Bears) · 28 dropbacks · 67.9% completion · +0.38 EPA/play · +10.73 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Chicago Bears | Minnesota Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.049 | -0.110 |
| Offensive success rate | 40.8% | 49.5% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.313 | -0.287 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.276 | +0.165 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.110 | +0.049 |
| Defensive success rate | 50.5% | 59.2% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Chicago Bears generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.05 vs -0.11), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Chicago Bears: 14 drives, -5.00 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Minnesota Vikings: 14 drives, -10.02 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Chicago Bears 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. Matthews (Chicago Bears) 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.
- Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q1 54:18 · CHI 80 · Score 6-0
(9:18) R.Cunningham pass to J.Kleinsasser to MIN 17 for -3 yards (R.McDonald). FUMBLES (R.McDonald), RECOVERED by CHI-S.Harris at MIN 0. TOUCHDOWN. Play Challen - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q1 54:10 · MIN 2 · Score 7-0
J.Jaeger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q1 50:16 · CHI 8 · Score 7-3
(5:16) G.Anderson 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q2 45:00 · CHI 22 · Score 7-6
(15:00) G.Anderson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q2 37:48 · CHI 5 · Score 7-9
(7:48) G.Anderson 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q2 31:22 · MIN 30 · Score 13-9
(1:22) (Shotgun) S.Matthews pass to C.Conway for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q2 31:13 · MIN 2 · Score 14-9
J.Jaeger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q2 30:04 · CHI 8 · Score 14-12
(:04) G.Anderson 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q3 27:50 · MIN 3 · Score 20-12
(12:50) S.Matthews pass to M.Robinson for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q3 22:47 · MIN 2 · Score 21-12
J.Jaeger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q3 22:47 · CHI 16 · Score 21-15
(7:47) G.Anderson 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Chicago Bears FG (+3) — Q4 15:00 · MIN 22 · Score 24-15
(15:00) J.Jaeger 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q4 0:06 · CHI 18 · Score 24-21
(:06) R.Cunningham pass to C.Walsh for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q4 0:02 · CHI 2 · Score 24-22
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Chicago Bears vs Minnesota Vikings?
The Chicago Bears beat the Minnesota Vikings 24-22 in Week 5, 1999 on 1999-10-10.
What was the final score of Chicago Bears vs Minnesota Vikings?
The final score was Chicago Bears 24, Minnesota Vikings 22 (CHI 24-22 MIN) in Week 5, 1999 on 1999-10-10.
What was the score by quarter in Chicago Bears vs Minnesota Vikings?
Q1: Chicago Bears 7, Minnesota Vikings 3; Q2: Chicago Bears 7, Minnesota Vikings 9; Q3: Chicago Bears 7, Minnesota Vikings 3; Q4: Chicago Bears 3, Minnesota Vikings 7; Final: Chicago Bears 24, Minnesota Vikings 22.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Chicago Bears vs Minnesota Vikings?
Chicago Bears touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 54:18) Chicago Bears touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 31:22) Chicago Bears touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 27:50) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 0:06) Minnesota Vikings field goal — unlisted player (Q1 50:16, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — unlisted player (Q2 45:00, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — unlisted player (Q2 37:48, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — unlisted player (Q2 30:04, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — unlisted player (Q3 22:47, 3 pts) Chicago Bears field goal — unlisted player (Q4 15:00, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Chicago Bears vs Minnesota Vikings?
R. Cunningham (Minnesota Vikings), 48.1% completion, -0.33 EPA per dropback, -17.31 total passing EPA. S. Matthews (Chicago Bears), 67.9% completion, +0.38 EPA per dropback, +10.73 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Chicago Bears vs Minnesota Vikings?
S. Matthews (Chicago Bears) led the game in total EPA with +10.73 on passing plays. across 28 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-8.00 EPA): (9:18) R.Cunningham pass to J.Kleinsasser to MIN 17 for -3 yards (R.McDonald). FUMBLES (R.McDonald), RECOVERED by CHI-S.Harris at MIN 0. TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by MIN and Uphel. The biggest win-probability swing was +42.2%.
Was Chicago Bears vs Minnesota Vikings a close game?
Yes — the margin was 2 points. Chicago Bears won 24-22 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Chicago Bears
Entered 2-2 Now 3-2 W
Minnesota Vikings
Entered 2-2 Now 2-3 L
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