Game story
In Week 2 of the 2002 NFL season on 2002-09-15, the Cleveland Browns took care of business against the Cincinnati Bengals, pulling away with a 20–7 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
G. Frerotte (Cincinnati Bengals) paced the passing game, with -12.92 total EPA.
On the individual side, K. Holcomb (Cleveland Browns) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +6.26 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-14.5% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Cincinnati Bengals changed the game: (:45) 12-G.Frerotte pass INTERCEPTED by 96-K.Lang at CLE 21. 96-K.Lang to CIN 8 for 71 yards (12-G.Frerotte).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati Bengals | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Cleveland Browns | 3 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 20 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 K. Holcomb · Cleveland Browns · Passing · +6.26 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.20 EPA/play
- 2 C. Dillon · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +4.49 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.56 EPA/play
- 3 C. Dillon · Cincinnati Bengals · Rushing · +4.29 total EPA · 22 snaps · +0.20 EPA/play
- 4 J. White · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +3.58 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.19 EPA/play
- 5 A. Davis · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +2.20 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.37 EPA/play
- 6 K. Johnson · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +1.99 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.28 EPA/play
- 7 Ru. Johnson · Cincinnati Bengals · Rushing · +1.34 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.27 EPA/play
- 8 P. Warrick · Cincinnati Bengals · Rushing · +1.32 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.32 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
K. Holcomb — CLE · Passing
K. Holcomb posted the highest total EPA (+6.26) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Cleveland Browns's efficiency. Across 32 counted snaps, they averaged +0.20 EPA per play.
The signature play (-7.22 EPA) came from Cincinnati Bengals: (:45) 12-G.Frerotte pass INTERCEPTED by 96-K.Lang at CLE 21. 96-K.Lang to CIN 8 for 71 yards (12-G.Frerotte).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Cleveland Browns — A. Davis (K. Holcomb pass)
- Cleveland Browns — K. Johnson (K. Holcomb pass)
- Cincinnati Bengals — C. Johnson (G. Frerotte pass)
Field goals
- Cleveland Browns — P. Dawson
- Cleveland Browns — P. Dawson
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Cleveland Browns won the period 3–0. Cleveland Browns connected on a field goal from the CIN 35 (Q1 55:09) — (10:09) 4-P.Dawson 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-97-R.Kuehl, Holder-17-C.Gardocki..
The second quarter: Cleveland Browns won the period 14–0. Cleveland Browns found the end zone from the CIN 15 (Q2 33:26) — (3:26) 10-K.Holcomb pass to 87-A.Davis for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cleveland Browns added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q2 33:19) — 4-P.Dawson extra point is GOOD, Center-97-R.Kuehl, Holder-17-C.Gardocki.; Cleveland Browns found the end zone from the CIN 8 (Q2 30:25) — (:25) (Shotgun) 10-K.Holcomb pass to 85-K.Johnson for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cleveland Browns added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q2 30:21) — 4-P.Dawson extra point is GOOD, Center-97-R.Kuehl, Holder-17-C.Gardocki..
The fourth quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 7–3. Cleveland Browns connected on a field goal from the CIN 28 (Q4 10:11) — (10:11) 4-P.Dawson 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-97-R.Kuehl, Holder-17-C.Gardocki.; Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the CLE 22 (Q4 6:34) — (6:34) 12-G.Frerotte pass to 85-C.Johnson for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the CLE 2 (Q4 6:27) — 5-N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-8-N.Harris..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 30:45) — (:45) 12-G.Frerotte pass INTERCEPTED by 96-K.Lang at CLE 21. 96-K.Lang to CIN 8 for 71 yards (12-G.Frerotte).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 52:11) — (7:11) 28-C.Dillon left guard to CIN 47 for 7 yards (43-K.Pearson). PENALTY on CLE-56-D.Hambrick, Unnecessary Roughness, 15 yards, enforced at CIN 47.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 51:03) — (6:03) (Field Goal formation) 5-N.Rackers punts -2 yards to CLE 35, Center-48-B.St. Louis, out of bounds. Fake field goal attempt
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 38:36) — (8:36) 12-G.Frerotte sacked at CLE 44 for -9 yards (90-M.Word). FUMBLES (90-M.Word), recovered by CIN-73-R.Webb at CLE 45.
- Cleveland Browns (Q2 39:56) — (9:56) 10-K.Holcomb pass incomplete to 83-M.Campbell.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 30:45) — (:45) 12-G.Frerotte pass INTERCEPTED by 96-K.Lang at CLE 21. 96-K.Lang to CIN 8 for 71 yards (12-G.Frerotte).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q4 11:38) — (11:38) 12-G.Frerotte pass intended for 85-C.Johnson INTERCEPTED by 52-B.Boyer at CIN 30. 52-B.Boyer to CIN 29 for 1 yard (89-M.Schobel).
- Cleveland Browns (Q2 30:25) — (:25) (Shotgun) 10-K.Holcomb pass to 85-K.Johnson for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q4 6:34) — (6:34) 12-G.Frerotte pass to 85-C.Johnson for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
G.Frerotte led all passers in efficiency for Cincinnati Bengals, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- G.Frerotte (Cincinnati Bengals) · 54 dropbacks · 48.1% completion · -0.24 EPA/play · -12.92 total EPA
- K.Holcomb (Cleveland Browns) · 32 dropbacks · 53.1% completion · +0.20 EPA/play · +6.26 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Cincinnati Bengals | Cleveland Browns |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.079 | +0.061 |
| Offensive success rate | 49.0% | 46.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.221 | +0.196 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.246 | -0.224 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.061 | +0.079 |
| Defensive success rate | 53.8% | 51.0% |
By the numbers
Cleveland Browns held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.06 vs -0.08), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Cincinnati Bengals: 11 drives, -7.70 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
- Cleveland Browns: 11 drives, +4.74 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Cleveland Browns leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- K. Holcomb (Cleveland Browns) 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.
- Cleveland Browns FG (+3) — Q1 55:09 · CIN 35 · Score 0-3
(10:09) 4-P.Dawson 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-97-R.Kuehl, Holder-17-C.Gardocki. - Cleveland Browns TD (+6) — Q2 33:26 · CIN 15 · Score 0-9
(3:26) 10-K.Holcomb pass to 87-A.Davis for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cleveland Browns XP (+1) — Q2 33:19 · CIN 2 · Score 0-10
4-P.Dawson extra point is GOOD, Center-97-R.Kuehl, Holder-17-C.Gardocki. - Cleveland Browns TD (+6) — Q2 30:25 · CIN 8 · Score 0-16
(:25) (Shotgun) 10-K.Holcomb pass to 85-K.Johnson for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cleveland Browns XP (+1) — Q2 30:21 · CIN 2 · Score 0-17
4-P.Dawson extra point is GOOD, Center-97-R.Kuehl, Holder-17-C.Gardocki. - Cleveland Browns FG (+3) — Q4 10:11 · CIN 28 · Score 0-20
(10:11) 4-P.Dawson 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-97-R.Kuehl, Holder-17-C.Gardocki. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q4 6:34 · CLE 22 · Score 6-20
(6:34) 12-G.Frerotte pass to 85-C.Johnson for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q4 6:27 · CLE 2 · Score 7-20
5-N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-8-N.Harris.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
The Cleveland Browns beat the Cincinnati Bengals 20-7 in Week 2, 2002 on 2002-09-15.
What was the final score of Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
The final score was Cincinnati Bengals 7, Cleveland Browns 20 (CIN 7-20 CLE) in Week 2, 2002 on 2002-09-15.
What was the score by quarter in Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
Q1: Cincinnati Bengals 0, Cleveland Browns 3; Q2: Cincinnati Bengals 0, Cleveland Browns 14; Q4: Cincinnati Bengals 7, Cleveland Browns 3; Final: Cincinnati Bengals 7, Cleveland Browns 20.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
Cleveland Browns touchdown — A. Davis (K. Holcomb pass) (Q2 33:26) Cleveland Browns touchdown — K. Johnson (K. Holcomb pass) (Q2 30:25) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — C. Johnson (G. Frerotte pass) (Q4 6:34) Cleveland Browns field goal — P. Dawson (Q1 55:09, 3 pts) Cleveland Browns field goal — P. Dawson (Q4 10:11, 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?
G. Frerotte (Cincinnati Bengals), 48.1% completion, -0.24 EPA per dropback, -12.92 total passing EPA. K. Holcomb (Cleveland Browns), 53.1% completion, +0.20 EPA per dropback, +6.26 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
K. Holcomb (Cleveland Browns) led the game in total EPA with +6.26 on passing plays. across 32 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-7.22 EPA): (:45) 12-G.Frerotte pass INTERCEPTED by 96-K.Lang at CLE 21. 96-K.Lang to CIN 8 for 71 yards (12-G.Frerotte).. The biggest win-probability swing was -14.5%.
Season records after this game
Cincinnati Bengals
Entered 0-1 Now 0-2 L
Cleveland Browns
Entered 0-1 Now 1-1 W
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