Game story
In Week 12 of the 2005 NFL season on 2005-11-27, the Minnesota Vikings took care of business against the Cleveland Browns, pulling away with a 24–12 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 13 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
T. Dilfer (Cleveland Browns) paced the passing game, with -9.20 total EPA.
On the individual side, J. Wiggins (Minnesota Vikings) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +7.18 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-14.1% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Minnesota Vikings changed the game: (5:45) 14-B.Johnson pass intended for 18-K.Robinson INTERCEPTED by 25-C.Crocker at CLE 14. 25-C.Crocker to CLE 38 for 24 yards (85-J.Wiggins).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Browns | 0 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 12 |
| Minnesota Vikings | 3 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 24 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 J. Wiggins · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +7.18 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.44 EPA/play
- 2 B. Johnson · Minnesota Vikings · Passing · +6.15 total EPA · 33 snaps · +0.19 EPA/play
- 3 T. Taylor · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +6.06 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.21 EPA/play
- 4 M. Robinson · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +6.03 total EPA · 3 snaps · +2.01 EPA/play
- 5 B. Edwards · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +4.50 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.13 EPA/play
- 6 S. Heiden · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +4.30 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.86 EPA/play
- 7 D. Northcutt · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +3.87 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.94 EPA/play
- 8 F. Jackson · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +2.60 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.52 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
J. Wiggins — MIN · Receiving
J. Wiggins posted the highest total EPA (+7.18) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Minnesota Vikings's efficiency. Across 5 counted snaps, they averaged +1.44 EPA per play.
The signature play (-5.13 EPA) came from Cleveland Browns: (9:50) 8-T.Dilfer sacked at CLE 18 for -12 yards (52-K.Newman). FUMBLES (52-K.Newman), RECOVERED by MIN-56-E.Henderson at CLE 17.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Minnesota Vikings — M. Robinson (B. Johnson pass)
- Minnesota Vikings — M. Robinson (B. Johnson pass)
- Minnesota Vikings — M. Robinson (B. Johnson pass)
- Cleveland Browns — D. Northcutt (T. Dilfer pass)
Field goals
- Minnesota Vikings — P. Edinger
- 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: Minnesota Vikings won the period 3–0. Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the CLE 26 (Q1 53:02) — (8:02) 1-P.Edinger 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-14-B.Johnson..
The second quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 7–3. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the CLE 15 (Q2 34:27) — (4:27) 14-B.Johnson pass to 87-M.Robinson for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the CLE 2 (Q2 34:22) — 1-P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-14-B.Johnson.; Cleveland Browns connected on a field goal from the MIN 15 (Q2 30:08) — (:08) 4-P.Dawson 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-64-R.Pontbriand, Holder-10-K.Richardson..
The third quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 7–3. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the CLE 15 (Q3 22:29) — (7:29) 14-B.Johnson pass to 87-M.Robinson for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the CLE 2 (Q3 22:24) — 1-P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-14-B.Johnson.; Cleveland Browns connected on a field goal from the MIN 21 (Q3 18:32) — (3:32) 4-P.Dawson 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-64-R.Pontbriand, Holder-10-K.Richardson..
The fourth quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 7–6. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the CLE 2 (Q4 8:52) — (8:52) 14-B.Johnson pass to 87-M.Robinson for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the CLE 2 (Q4 8:47) — 1-P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-14-B.Johnson.; Cleveland Browns found the end zone from the MIN 9 (Q4 1:12) — (1:12) (Shotgun) 8-T.Dilfer pass to 86-D.Northcutt for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on MIN-99-E.James, Defensive Offside, declined..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q2 35:45) — (5:45) 14-B.Johnson pass intended for 18-K.Robinson INTERCEPTED by 25-C.Crocker at CLE 14. 25-C.Crocker to CLE 38 for 24 yards (85-J.Wiggins).
- Cleveland Browns (Q2 35:31) — (5:31) 8-T.Dilfer sacked at CLE 33 for -5 yards (96-C.Mosley). FUMBLES (96-C.Mosley), RECOVERED by MIN-98-D.Scott at CLE 36. 98-D.Scott to CLE 35 for 1 yard (72-R.Tucker). Play Challenged by CLE and U
- Cleveland Browns (Q2 43:57) — (13:57) 8-T.Dilfer pass intended for 17-B.Edwards INTERCEPTED by 26-A.Winfield at MIN 32. 26-A.Winfield to MIN 32 for no gain (34-R.Droughns).
- Cleveland Browns (Q3 24:50) — (9:50) 8-T.Dilfer sacked at CLE 18 for -12 yards (52-K.Newman). FUMBLES (52-K.Newman), RECOVERED by MIN-56-E.Henderson at CLE 17.
- Cleveland Browns (Q2 39:30) — (9:30) 8-T.Dilfer pass to 82-S.Heiden to MIN 38 for 13 yards (55-S.Cowart).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Cleveland Browns (Q3 24:50) — (9:50) 8-T.Dilfer sacked at CLE 18 for -12 yards (52-K.Newman). FUMBLES (52-K.Newman), RECOVERED by MIN-56-E.Henderson at CLE 17.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q2 35:45) — (5:45) 14-B.Johnson pass intended for 18-K.Robinson INTERCEPTED by 25-C.Crocker at CLE 14. 25-C.Crocker to CLE 38 for 24 yards (85-J.Wiggins).
- Cleveland Browns (Q2 35:31) — (5:31) 8-T.Dilfer sacked at CLE 33 for -5 yards (96-C.Mosley). FUMBLES (96-C.Mosley), RECOVERED by MIN-98-D.Scott at CLE 36. 98-D.Scott to CLE 35 for 1 yard (72-R.Tucker). Play Challenged by CLE and U
- Cleveland Browns (Q4 10:50) — (10:50) 9-C.Frye pass intended for 81-A.Bryant INTERCEPTED by 42-D.Sharper at 50. 42-D.Sharper to CLE 32 for 18 yards (72-R.Tucker).
Quarterback report card
T.Dilfer led all passers in efficiency for Cleveland Browns, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- T.Dilfer (Cleveland Browns) · 43 dropbacks · 53.5% completion · -0.21 EPA/play · -9.20 total EPA
- B.Johnson (Minnesota Vikings) · 33 dropbacks · 57.6% completion · +0.19 EPA/play · +6.15 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Cleveland Browns | Minnesota Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.154 | -0.020 |
| Offensive success rate | 48.8% | 45.1% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.310 | +0.187 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.111 | -0.227 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.020 | +0.154 |
| Defensive success rate | 54.9% | 51.2% |
By the numbers
Minnesota Vikings held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.02 vs -0.15), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Cleveland Browns: 12 drives, -12.30 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Minnesota Vikings: 13 drives, -1.60 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Minnesota Vikings leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- J. Wiggins (Minnesota Vikings) 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.
- Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q1 53:02 · CLE 26 · Score 0-3
(8:02) 1-P.Edinger 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-14-B.Johnson. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q2 34:27 · CLE 15 · Score 0-9
(4:27) 14-B.Johnson pass to 87-M.Robinson for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q2 34:22 · CLE 2 · Score 0-10
1-P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-14-B.Johnson. - Cleveland Browns FG (+3) — Q2 30:08 · MIN 15 · Score 3-10
(:08) 4-P.Dawson 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-64-R.Pontbriand, Holder-10-K.Richardson. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q3 22:29 · CLE 15 · Score 3-16
(7:29) 14-B.Johnson pass to 87-M.Robinson for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q3 22:24 · CLE 2 · Score 3-17
1-P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-14-B.Johnson. - Cleveland Browns FG (+3) — Q3 18:32 · MIN 21 · Score 6-17
(3:32) 4-P.Dawson 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-64-R.Pontbriand, Holder-10-K.Richardson. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q4 8:52 · CLE 2 · Score 6-23
(8:52) 14-B.Johnson pass to 87-M.Robinson for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q4 8:47 · CLE 2 · Score 6-24
1-P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-14-B.Johnson. - Cleveland Browns TD (+6) — Q4 1:12 · MIN 9 · Score 12-24
(1:12) (Shotgun) 8-T.Dilfer pass to 86-D.Northcutt for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on MIN-99-E.James, Defensive Offside, declined.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Cleveland Browns vs Minnesota Vikings?
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Cleveland Browns 24-12 in Week 12, 2005 on 2005-11-27.
What was the final score of Cleveland Browns vs Minnesota Vikings?
The final score was Cleveland Browns 12, Minnesota Vikings 24 (CLE 12-24 MIN) in Week 12, 2005 on 2005-11-27.
What was the score by quarter in Cleveland Browns vs Minnesota Vikings?
Q1: Cleveland Browns 0, Minnesota Vikings 3; Q2: Cleveland Browns 3, Minnesota Vikings 7; Q3: Cleveland Browns 3, Minnesota Vikings 7; Q4: Cleveland Browns 6, Minnesota Vikings 7; Final: Cleveland Browns 12, Minnesota Vikings 24.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Cleveland Browns vs Minnesota Vikings?
Minnesota Vikings touchdown — M. Robinson (B. Johnson pass) (Q2 34:27) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — M. Robinson (B. Johnson pass) (Q3 22:29) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — M. Robinson (B. Johnson pass) (Q4 8:52) Cleveland Browns touchdown — D. Northcutt (T. Dilfer pass) (Q4 1:12) Minnesota Vikings field goal — P. Edinger (Q1 53:02, 3 pts) Cleveland Browns field goal — P. Dawson (Q2 30:08, 3 pts) Cleveland Browns field goal — P. Dawson (Q3 18:32, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Cleveland Browns vs Minnesota Vikings?
T. Dilfer (Cleveland Browns), 53.5% completion, -0.21 EPA per dropback, -9.20 total passing EPA. B. Johnson (Minnesota Vikings), 57.6% completion, +0.19 EPA per dropback, +6.15 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Cleveland Browns vs Minnesota Vikings?
J. Wiggins (Minnesota Vikings) led the game in total EPA with +7.18 on receiving plays. across 5 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-5.13 EPA): (9:50) 8-T.Dilfer sacked at CLE 18 for -12 yards (52-K.Newman). FUMBLES (52-K.Newman), RECOVERED by MIN-56-E.Henderson at CLE 17.. The biggest win-probability swing was -14.1%.
Season records after this game
Cleveland Browns
Entered 4-6 Now 4-7 L
Minnesota Vikings
Entered 5-5 Now 6-5 W
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