Game story
In Week 9 of the 2000 NFL season on 2000-10-29, the Cincinnati Bengals took care of business against the Cleveland Browns, pulling away with a 12–3 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 7 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
A. Smith (Cincinnati Bengals) paced the passing game, with -5.55 total EPA.
On the individual side, C. Yeast (Cincinnati Bengals) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +3.00 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+54.6% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Cleveland Browns changed the game: N.Rackers kicks 66 yards from CIN 30 to CLE 4. J.White to CLE 44 for 40 yards (N.Rackers). PENALTY on CLE-T.Rogers, Offensive Holding, 10 yards, enforced at CLE 34.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati Bengals | 7 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Cleveland Browns | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 C. Yeast · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +3.00 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.00 EPA/play
- 2 B. Bennett · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +2.09 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.05 EPA/play
- 3 C. Dillon · Cincinnati Bengals · Rushing · +2.08 total EPA · 28 snaps · +0.07 EPA/play
- 4 C. Keaton · Cincinnati Bengals · Rushing · +0.64 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.64 EPA/play
- 5 M. Edwards · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · -0.01 total EPA · 2 snaps · -0.00 EPA/play
- 6 A. Shea · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · -0.16 total EPA · 1 snaps · -0.16 EPA/play
- 7 P. Warrick · Cincinnati Bengals · Rushing · -0.41 total EPA · 1 snaps · -0.41 EPA/play
- 8 C. Dillon · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · -0.49 total EPA · 1 snaps · -0.49 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
C. Yeast — CIN · Receiving
C. Yeast posted the highest total EPA (+3.00) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Cincinnati Bengals's efficiency. Across 1 counted snaps, they averaged +3.00 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.81 EPA) came from Cleveland Browns: (3:32) (Shotgun) S.Wynn pass intended for K.Johnson INTERCEPTED by T.Carter at CIN 32. T.Carter to CLE 38 for 30 yards (S.Zahursky).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Cincinnati Bengals — unlisted player
Field goals
- Cincinnati Bengals — unlisted player
- Cleveland Browns — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The second quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 7–0. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the CLE 1 (Q2 42:20) — (12:20) C.Dillon left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the CLE 2 (Q2 42:14) — N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope..
The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Cincinnati Bengals connected on a field goal from the CLE 22 (Q3 25:04) — (10:04) N.Rackers 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope.; Cleveland Browns connected on a field goal from the CIN 1 (Q3 17:42) — (2:42) P.Dawson 18 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-R.Kuehl, Holder-C.Gardocki..
The fourth quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 2–0. Cincinnati Bengals registered a safety from the CIN 95 (Q4 8:34) — (8:34) D.Pederson left end to CLE 5 for no gain. PENALTY on CLE, Offensive Holding, 5 yards, enforced in End Zone, SAFETY - No Play..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Cleveland Browns (Q1 60:00) — N.Rackers kicks 66 yards from CIN 30 to CLE 4. J.White to CLE 44 for 40 yards (N.Rackers). PENALTY on CLE-T.Rogers, Offensive Holding, 10 yards, enforced at CLE 34.
- Cleveland Browns (Q3 19:09) — (4:09) D.Pederson pass incomplete to K.Johnson. PENALTY on CIN-R.Heath, Defensive Pass Interference, 38 yards, enforced at CIN 39 - No Play.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 49:20) — (4:20) (Shotgun) A.Smith pass to B.Bennett to CLE 38 for 21 yards (M.Smith).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) A.Smith pass to C.Yeast to CLE 25 for 19 yards.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 38:07) — (8:07) A.Smith pass intended for P.Warrick INTERCEPTED by W.Rainer at CLE 48. W.Rainer to CIN 47 for 5 yards.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Cleveland Browns (Q4 3:32) — (3:32) (Shotgun) S.Wynn pass intended for K.Johnson INTERCEPTED by T.Carter at CIN 32. T.Carter to CLE 38 for 30 yards (S.Zahursky).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 38:07) — (8:07) A.Smith pass intended for P.Warrick INTERCEPTED by W.Rainer at CLE 48. W.Rainer to CIN 47 for 5 yards.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) A.Smith pass to C.Yeast to CLE 25 for 19 yards.
- Cleveland Browns (Q4 4:58) — (4:58) S.Wynn pass to K.Johnson to CLE 45 for 32 yards (T.Mack).
Quarterback report card
A.Smith led all passers in efficiency for Cincinnati Bengals, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- A.Smith (Cincinnati Bengals) · 27 dropbacks · 25.9% completion · -0.21 EPA/play · -5.55 total EPA
- S.Wynn (Cleveland Browns) · 20 dropbacks · 35.0% completion · -0.49 EPA/play · -9.86 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Cincinnati Bengals | Cleveland Browns |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.084 | -0.250 |
| Offensive success rate | 34.0% | 29.5% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.166 | -0.310 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.166 | -0.395 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.250 | +0.084 |
| Defensive success rate | 70.5% | 66.0% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Cincinnati Bengals generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.08 vs -0.25), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Cincinnati Bengals: 13 drives, -8.63 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Cleveland Browns: 13 drives, -19.47 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Cincinnati Bengals leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- C. Yeast (Cincinnati Bengals) 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.
- Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q2 42:20 · CLE 1 · Score 6-0
(12:20) C.Dillon left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q2 42:14 · CLE 2 · Score 7-0
N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope. - Cincinnati Bengals FG (+3) — Q3 25:04 · CLE 22 · Score 10-0
(10:04) N.Rackers 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope. - Cleveland Browns FG (+3) — Q3 17:42 · CIN 1 · Score 10-3
(2:42) P.Dawson 18 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-R.Kuehl, Holder-C.Gardocki. - Cincinnati Bengals Safety (+2) — Q4 8:34 · CIN 95 · Score 12-3
(8:34) D.Pederson left end to CLE 5 for no gain. PENALTY on CLE, Offensive Holding, 5 yards, enforced in End Zone, SAFETY - No Play.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
The Cincinnati Bengals beat the Cleveland Browns 12-3 in Week 9, 2000 on 2000-10-29.
What was the final score of Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
The final score was Cincinnati Bengals 12, Cleveland Browns 3 (CIN 12-3 CLE) in Week 9, 2000 on 2000-10-29.
What was the score by quarter in Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
Q2: Cincinnati Bengals 7, Cleveland Browns 0; Q3: Cincinnati Bengals 3, Cleveland Browns 3; Q4: Cincinnati Bengals 2, Cleveland Browns 0; Final: Cincinnati Bengals 12, Cleveland Browns 3.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 42:20) Cincinnati Bengals field goal — unlisted player (Q3 25:04, 3 pts) Cleveland Browns field goal — unlisted player (Q3 17:42, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
A. Smith (Cincinnati Bengals), 25.9% completion, -0.21 EPA per dropback, -5.55 total passing EPA. S. Wynn (Cleveland Browns), 35.0% completion, -0.49 EPA per dropback, -9.86 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
C. Yeast (Cincinnati Bengals) led the game in total EPA with +3.00 on receiving plays. across 1 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.81 EPA): (3:32) (Shotgun) S.Wynn pass intended for K.Johnson INTERCEPTED by T.Carter at CIN 32. T.Carter to CLE 38 for 30 yards (S.Zahursky).. The biggest win-probability swing was +54.6%.
Season records after this game
Cincinnati Bengals
Entered 1-6 Now 2-6 W
Cleveland Browns
Entered 2-6 Now 2-7 L
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