Game story
In Week 13 of the 2015 NFL season on 2015-12-06, the Cincinnati Bengals took care of business against the Cleveland Browns, pulling away with a 37–3 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 16 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
A. Davis (Cleveland Browns) paced the passing game, with -11.15 total EPA, and +4.2% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, A. Dalton (Cincinnati Bengals) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +14.17 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+13.3% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Cincinnati Bengals changed the game: (8:25) 14-A.Dalton pass deep left to 18-A.Green to CLE 27 for 57 yards (22-T.Williams). CIN #74 (Jake Fisher) reports as an eligible receiver
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati Bengals | 7 | 13 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 37 |
| 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 A. Dalton · Cincinnati Bengals · Passing · +14.17 total EPA · 23 snaps · +0.62 EPA/play
- 2 A. Green · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +10.21 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.70 EPA/play
- 3 M. Jones · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +6.15 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.23 EPA/play
- 4 A. Dalton · Cincinnati Bengals · Rushing · +4.43 total EPA · 2 snaps · +2.22 EPA/play
- 5 D. Jennings · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +2.95 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.42 EPA/play
- 6 C. Uzomah · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +2.15 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.15 EPA/play
- 7 M. Moore · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +1.76 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.76 EPA/play
- 8 M. Alford · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +1.67 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.67 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
A. Dalton — CIN · Passing
A. Dalton posted the highest total EPA (+14.17) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Cincinnati Bengals's efficiency. Across 23 counted snaps, they averaged +0.62 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.30 EPA) came from Cleveland Browns: (11:40) (Shotgun) 7-A.Davis to CLE 41 for -8 yards (96-C.Dunlap). FUMBLES (96-C.Dunlap), touched at CLE 41, RECOVERED by CIN-58-R.Maualuga at CLE 33.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Cincinnati Bengals — A. Dalton
- Cincinnati Bengals — A. Green (A. Dalton pass)
- Cincinnati Bengals — J. Hill
- Cincinnati Bengals — M. Jones (A. Dalton pass)
Field goals
- Cincinnati Bengals — M. Nugent
- Cincinnati Bengals — M. Nugent
- Cleveland Browns — T. Coons
- Cincinnati Bengals — M. Nugent
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 7–0. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the CLE 3 (Q1 48:48) — (3:48) 14-A.Dalton up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the CLE 15 (Q1 48:45) — 2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber..
The second quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 13–3. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the CLE 23 (Q2 43:45) — (13:45) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep left to 18-A.Green for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the CLE 15 (Q2 43:40) — 2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.; Cincinnati Bengals connected on a field goal from the CLE 26 (Q2 36:28) — (6:28) (Field Goal formation) 2-M.Nugent 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.; Cincinnati Bengals connected on a field goal from the CLE 21 (Q2 33:24) — (3:24) (Field Goal formation) 2-M.Nugent 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.; Cleveland Browns connected on a field goal from the CIN 29 (Q2 30:03) — (:03) (Field Goal formation) 6-T.Coons 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-C.Hughlett, Holder-8-A.Lee..
The third quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 14–0. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the CLE 1 (Q3 22:55) — (7:55) 32-J.Hill left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on CLE-58-C.Kirksey, Unsportsmanlike Conduct, 15 yards, enforced between downs.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the CLE 15 (Q3 22:42) — 2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.; Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the CLE 21 (Q3 15:46) — (:46) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep right to 82-M.Jones for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the CLE 15 (Q3 15:42) — 2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber..
The fourth quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 3–0. Cincinnati Bengals connected on a field goal from the CLE 2 (Q4 5:49) — (5:49) (Field Goal formation) 2-M.Nugent 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 53:25) — (8:25) 14-A.Dalton pass deep left to 18-A.Green to CLE 27 for 57 yards (22-T.Williams). CIN #74 (Jake Fisher) reports as an eligible receiver
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 50:11) — (5:11) 14-A.Dalton up the middle to CLE 5 for 2 yards (71-D.Shelton).
- Cleveland Browns (Q2 34:56) — (4:56) (Shotgun) 7-A.Davis pass deep middle intended for 83-B.Hartline INTERCEPTED by 20-R.Nelson at CIN 43. 20-R.Nelson to CLE 26 for 31 yards (29-D.Johnson Jr).
- Cleveland Browns (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) (Shotgun) 7-A.Davis sacked at CIN 46 for -10 yards (90-M.Johnson).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 43:45) — (13:45) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep left to 18-A.Green for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Cleveland Browns (Q4 11:40) — (11:40) (Shotgun) 7-A.Davis to CLE 41 for -8 yards (96-C.Dunlap). FUMBLES (96-C.Dunlap), touched at CLE 41, RECOVERED by CIN-58-R.Maualuga at CLE 33.
- Cleveland Browns (Q2 34:56) — (4:56) (Shotgun) 7-A.Davis pass deep middle intended for 83-B.Hartline INTERCEPTED by 20-R.Nelson at CIN 43. 20-R.Nelson to CLE 26 for 31 yards (29-D.Johnson Jr).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 53:25) — (8:25) 14-A.Dalton pass deep left to 18-A.Green to CLE 27 for 57 yards (22-T.Williams). CIN #74 (Jake Fisher) reports as an eligible receiver
- Cleveland Browns (Q3 19:50) — (4:50) (Shotgun) 7-A.Davis pass incomplete short right [97-G.Atkins]. PENALTY on CLE-7-A.Davis, Intentional Grounding, 16 yards, enforced at CLE 39.
Quarterback report card
A.Davis led all passers in efficiency for Cleveland Browns, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- A.Davis (Cleveland Browns) · 46 dropbacks · 54.3% completion · +4.2% CPOE · -0.24 EPA/play · -11.15 total EPA
- A.Dalton (Cincinnati Bengals) · 23 dropbacks · 60.9% completion · +12.2% CPOE · +0.62 EPA/play · +14.17 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Cincinnati Bengals | Cleveland Browns |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.263 | -0.295 |
| Offensive success rate | 58.8% | 39.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.463 | -0.242 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.205 | -0.511 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.295 | -0.263 |
| Defensive success rate | 60.3% | 41.2% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Cincinnati Bengals generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.26 vs -0.29), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Cincinnati Bengals: 9 drives, +17.89 total EPA, 7 scoring drives
- Cleveland Browns: 10 drives, -23.02 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.
- A. Dalton (Cincinnati Bengals) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- A. Davis (CLE) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
- A. Dalton (CIN) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q1 48:48 · CLE 3 · Score 6-0
(3:48) 14-A.Dalton up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q1 48:45 · CLE 15 · Score 7-0
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q2 43:45 · CLE 23 · Score 13-0
(13:45) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep left to 18-A.Green for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q2 43:40 · CLE 15 · Score 14-0
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber. - Cincinnati Bengals FG (+3) — Q2 36:28 · CLE 26 · Score 17-0
(6:28) (Field Goal formation) 2-M.Nugent 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber. - Cincinnati Bengals FG (+3) — Q2 33:24 · CLE 21 · Score 20-0
(3:24) (Field Goal formation) 2-M.Nugent 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber. - Cleveland Browns FG (+3) — Q2 30:03 · CIN 29 · Score 20-3
(:03) (Field Goal formation) 6-T.Coons 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-C.Hughlett, Holder-8-A.Lee. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q3 22:55 · CLE 1 · Score 26-3
(7:55) 32-J.Hill left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on CLE-58-C.Kirksey, Unsportsmanlike Conduct, 15 yards, enforced between downs. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q3 22:42 · CLE 15 · Score 27-3
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q3 15:46 · CLE 21 · Score 33-3
(:46) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep right to 82-M.Jones for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q3 15:42 · CLE 15 · Score 34-3
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber. - Cincinnati Bengals FG (+3) — Q4 5:49 · CLE 2 · Score 37-3
(5:49) (Field Goal formation) 2-M.Nugent 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
The Cincinnati Bengals beat the Cleveland Browns 37-3 in Week 13, 2015 on 2015-12-06.
What was the final score of Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
The final score was Cincinnati Bengals 37, Cleveland Browns 3 (CIN 37-3 CLE) in Week 13, 2015 on 2015-12-06.
What was the score by quarter in Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
Q1: Cincinnati Bengals 7, Cleveland Browns 0; Q2: Cincinnati Bengals 13, Cleveland Browns 3; Q3: Cincinnati Bengals 14, Cleveland Browns 0; Q4: Cincinnati Bengals 3, Cleveland Browns 0; Final: Cincinnati Bengals 37, Cleveland Browns 3.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — A. Dalton (Q1 48:48) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — A. Green (A. Dalton pass) (Q2 43:45) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — J. Hill (Q3 22:55) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — M. Jones (A. Dalton pass) (Q3 15:46) Cincinnati Bengals field goal — M. Nugent (Q2 36:28, 3 pts) Cincinnati Bengals field goal — M. Nugent (Q2 33:24, 3 pts) Cleveland Browns field goal — T. Coons (Q2 30:03, 3 pts) Cincinnati Bengals field goal — M. Nugent (Q4 5:49, 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. Davis (Cleveland Browns), 54.3% completion, +4.2% CPOE, -0.24 EPA per dropback, -11.15 total passing EPA. A. Dalton (Cincinnati Bengals), 60.9% completion, +12.2% CPOE, +0.62 EPA per dropback, +14.17 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
A. Dalton (Cincinnati Bengals) led the game in total EPA with +14.17 on passing plays. across 23 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.30 EPA): (11:40) (Shotgun) 7-A.Davis to CLE 41 for -8 yards (96-C.Dunlap). FUMBLES (96-C.Dunlap), touched at CLE 41, RECOVERED by CIN-58-R.Maualuga at CLE 33.. The biggest win-probability swing was +13.3%.
Season records after this game
Cincinnati Bengals
Entered 9-2 Now 10-2 W
Cleveland Browns
Entered 2-9 Now 2-10 L
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