Game story
In Week 8 of the 1999 NFL season on 1999-10-31, the Washington Commanders took care of business against the Chicago Bears, pulling away with a 48–22 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 28 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
C. McNown (Chicago Bears) paced the passing game, with +9.12 total EPA.
On the individual side, M. Robinson (Chicago Bears) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +15.60 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+100.0% win probability) landed in the third quarter when Chicago Bears changed the game: C.Boniol extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Bears | 0 | 0 | 14 | 8 | 0 | 22 |
| Washington Commanders | 14 | 17 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 48 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 M. Robinson · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +15.60 total EPA · 14 snaps · +1.11 EPA/play
- 2 B. Johnson · Washington Commanders · Passing · +13.63 total EPA · 28 snaps · +0.49 EPA/play
- 3 S. Davis · Washington Commanders · Rushing · +12.02 total EPA · 12 snaps · +1.00 EPA/play
- 4 C. McNown · Chicago Bears · Passing · +9.12 total EPA · 42 snaps · +0.22 EPA/play
- 5 M. Westbrook · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +6.50 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.93 EPA/play
- 6 G. Milburn · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +4.55 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.65 EPA/play
- 7 R. Wetnight · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +3.05 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.61 EPA/play
- 8 S. Davis · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.00 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.00 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
M. Robinson — CHI · Receiving
M. Robinson posted the highest total EPA (+15.60) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Chicago Bears's efficiency. Across 14 counted snaps, they averaged +1.11 EPA per play.
The signature play (-10.85 EPA) came from Chicago Bears: (14:35) S.Matthews pass INTERCEPTED by D.Wilkinson at WAS 12. D.Wilkinson for 88 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
Field goals
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 14–0. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the CHI 76 (Q1 60:00) — (15:00) S.Davis right tackle for 76 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q1 59:35) — B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the WAS 10 (Q1 59:35) — (14:35) S.Matthews pass INTERCEPTED by D.Wilkinson at WAS 12. D.Wilkinson for 88 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q1 54:17) — B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson..
The second quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 17–0. Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the CHI 32 (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) B.Conway 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the CHI 1 (Q2 37:00) — (7:00) B.Johnson right end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. Johnson bobbles the snap and is forced to run.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q2 36:25) — B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the CHI 13 (Q2 30:44) — (:44) B.Johnson pass to M.Westbrook for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q2 30:35) — B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson..
The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 14–14. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the CHI 2 (Q3 29:09) — (14:09) S.Davis left end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q3 28:30) — B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the CHI 22 (Q3 27:01) — (12:01) B.Johnson pass to L.Centers for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q3 21:37) — B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson.; Chicago Bears found the end zone from the WAS 30 (Q3 19:33) — (4:33) C.McNown pass to M.Robinson for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q3 17:58) — C.Boniol extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.; Chicago Bears found the end zone from the WAS 52 (Q3 17:58) — (2:58) C.McNown pass to M.Robinson for 52 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q3 16:39) — C.Boniol extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun..
The fourth quarter: Chicago Bears won the period 8–3. Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the CHI 33 (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) B.Conway 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson.; Chicago Bears found the end zone from the WAS 3 (Q4 1:17) — (1:17) C.McNown pass to R.Wetnight for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears registered a safety from the WAS 2 (Q4 1:12) — TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. C.McNown rushes left tackle. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Chicago Bears (Q3 16:39) — C.Boniol extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.
- Chicago Bears (Q3 16:39) — PENALTY on CHI-Unidentified, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced at CHI 30 - No Play.
- Washington Commanders (Q1 60:00) — C.Boniol kicks 60 yards from CHI 30 to WAS 10. B.Mitchell to WAS 24 for 14 yards (V.Tuinei).
- Washington Commanders (Q1 60:00) — (15:00) S.Davis right tackle for 76 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Chicago Bears (Q1 59:35) — (14:35) S.Matthews pass INTERCEPTED by D.Wilkinson at WAS 12. D.Wilkinson for 88 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Chicago Bears (Q1 59:35) — (14:35) S.Matthews pass INTERCEPTED by D.Wilkinson at WAS 12. D.Wilkinson for 88 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q1 60:00) — (15:00) S.Davis right tackle for 76 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Chicago Bears (Q3 17:58) — (2:58) C.McNown pass to M.Robinson for 52 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Chicago Bears (Q3 19:33) — (4:33) C.McNown pass to M.Robinson for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
C.McNown led all passers in efficiency for Chicago Bears, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- C.McNown (Chicago Bears) · 42 dropbacks · 54.8% completion · +0.22 EPA/play · +9.12 total EPA
- B.Johnson (Washington Commanders) · 28 dropbacks · 53.6% completion · +0.49 EPA/play · +13.63 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Chicago Bears | Washington Commanders |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.082 | +0.181 |
| Offensive success rate | 40.2% | 46.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.023 | +0.172 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.501 | +0.327 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.181 | +0.082 |
| Defensive success rate | 53.7% | 59.8% |
By the numbers
Washington Commanders held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.18 vs -0.08), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Chicago Bears: 15 drives, -10.06 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 15 drives, +14.85 total EPA, 8 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Washington Commanders leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- M. Robinson (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.
- Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q1 60:00 · CHI 76 · Score 0-6
(15:00) S.Davis right tackle for 76 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q1 59:35 · CHI 2 · Score 0-7
B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q1 59:35 · WAS 10 · Score 0-13
(14:35) S.Matthews pass INTERCEPTED by D.Wilkinson at WAS 12. D.Wilkinson for 88 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q1 54:17 · CHI 2 · Score 0-14
B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q2 45:00 · CHI 32 · Score 0-17
(15:00) B.Conway 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 37:00 · CHI 1 · Score 0-23
(7:00) B.Johnson right end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. Johnson bobbles the snap and is forced to run. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 36:25 · CHI 2 · Score 0-24
B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 30:44 · CHI 13 · Score 0-30
(:44) B.Johnson pass to M.Westbrook for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 30:35 · CHI 2 · Score 0-31
B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q3 29:09 · CHI 2 · Score 0-37
(14:09) S.Davis left end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q3 28:30 · CHI 2 · Score 0-38
B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q3 27:01 · CHI 22 · Score 0-44
(12:01) B.Johnson pass to L.Centers for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q3 21:37 · CHI 2 · Score 0-45
B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q3 19:33 · WAS 30 · Score 6-45
(4:33) C.McNown pass to M.Robinson for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q3 17:58 · WAS 2 · Score 7-45
C.Boniol extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q3 17:58 · WAS 52 · Score 13-45
(2:58) C.McNown pass to M.Robinson for 52 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q3 16:39 · WAS 2 · Score 14-45
C.Boniol extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q4 15:00 · CHI 33 · Score 14-48
(15:00) B.Conway 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q4 1:17 · WAS 3 · Score 20-48
(1:17) C.McNown pass to R.Wetnight for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears Safety (+2) — Q4 1:12 · WAS 2 · Score 22-48
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. C.McNown rushes left tackle. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Chicago Bears vs Washington Commanders?
The Washington Commanders beat the Chicago Bears 48-22 in Week 8, 1999 on 1999-10-31.
What was the final score of Chicago Bears vs Washington Commanders?
The final score was Chicago Bears 22, Washington Commanders 48 (CHI 22-48 WAS) in Week 8, 1999 on 1999-10-31.
What was the score by quarter in Chicago Bears vs Washington Commanders?
Q1: Chicago Bears 0, Washington Commanders 14; Q2: Chicago Bears 0, Washington Commanders 17; Q3: Chicago Bears 14, Washington Commanders 14; Q4: Chicago Bears 8, Washington Commanders 3; Final: Chicago Bears 22, Washington Commanders 48.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Chicago Bears vs Washington Commanders?
Washington Commanders touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 60:00) Washington Commanders touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 59:35) Washington Commanders touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 37:00) Washington Commanders touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 30:44) Washington Commanders touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 29:09) Washington Commanders touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 27:01) Chicago Bears touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 19:33) Chicago Bears touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 17:58) Chicago Bears touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 1:17) Washington Commanders field goal — unlisted player (Q2 45:00, 3 pts) Washington Commanders 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 Washington Commanders?
C. McNown (Chicago Bears), 54.8% completion, +0.22 EPA per dropback, +9.12 total passing EPA. B. Johnson (Washington Commanders), 53.6% completion, +0.49 EPA per dropback, +13.63 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Chicago Bears vs Washington Commanders?
M. Robinson (Chicago Bears) led the game in total EPA with +15.60 on receiving plays. across 14 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-10.85 EPA): (14:35) S.Matthews pass INTERCEPTED by D.Wilkinson at WAS 12. D.Wilkinson for 88 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +100.0%.
Season records after this game
Chicago Bears
Entered 3-4 Now 3-5 L
Washington Commanders
Entered 4-2 Now 5-2 W
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