Game story
In Week 12 of the 2000 NFL season on 2000-11-19, the Baltimore Ravens took care of business against the Dallas Cowboys, pulling away with a 27–0 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
T. Aikman (Dallas Cowboys) paced the passing game, with -12.40 total EPA.
On the individual side, S. Sharpe (Baltimore Ravens) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +10.77 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+54.2% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Baltimore Ravens changed the game: B.Cantrell kicks 56 yards from DAL 30 to BAL 14. C.Harris to BAL 36 for 22 yards. PENALTY on BAL-B.Jackson, Offensive Holding, 10 yards, enforced at BAL 29.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Cowboys | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Baltimore Ravens | 10 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 27 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 S. Sharpe · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +10.77 total EPA · 5 snaps · +2.15 EPA/play
- 2 J. Lewis · Baltimore Ravens · Rushing · +6.93 total EPA · 29 snaps · +0.24 EPA/play
- 3 T. Dilfer · Baltimore Ravens · Passing · +5.29 total EPA · 27 snaps · +0.20 EPA/play
- 4 P. Holmes · Baltimore Ravens · Rushing · +2.66 total EPA · 13 snaps · +0.20 EPA/play
- 5 B. Stokley · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +1.90 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.95 EPA/play
- 6 P. Holmes · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +1.87 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.37 EPA/play
- 7 J. McKnight · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +0.56 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.06 EPA/play
- 8 J. Tucker · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +0.22 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.11 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
S. Sharpe — BAL · Receiving
S. Sharpe posted the highest total EPA (+10.77) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Baltimore Ravens's efficiency. Across 5 counted snaps, they averaged +2.15 EPA per play.
The signature play (+5.50 EPA) came from Baltimore Ravens: (2:35) T.Dilfer pass to S.Sharpe for 59 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Baltimore Ravens — unlisted player
- Baltimore Ravens — unlisted player
- Baltimore Ravens — unlisted player
Field goals
- Baltimore Ravens — unlisted player
- Baltimore Ravens — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Baltimore Ravens won the period 10–0. Baltimore Ravens found the end zone from the DAL 40 (Q1 56:40) — (11:40) T.Dilfer pass to Q.Ismail for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Baltimore Ravens added 1 points from the DAL 2 (Q1 56:25) — M.Stover extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson.; Baltimore Ravens connected on a field goal from the DAL 7 (Q1 50:03) — (5:03) M.Stover 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson..
The second quarter: Baltimore Ravens won the period 7–0. Baltimore Ravens found the end zone from the DAL 59 (Q2 32:35) — (2:35) T.Dilfer pass to S.Sharpe for 59 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Baltimore Ravens added 1 points from the DAL 2 (Q2 32:07) — M.Stover extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson..
The fourth quarter: Baltimore Ravens won the period 10–0. Baltimore Ravens connected on a field goal from the DAL 1 (Q4 8:00) — (8:00) M.Stover 19 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson.; Baltimore Ravens found the end zone from the DAL 5 (Q4 4:22) — (4:22) P.Holmes left end for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Baltimore Ravens added 1 points from the DAL 2 (Q4 3:52) — M.Stover extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q1 60:00) — B.Cantrell kicks 56 yards from DAL 30 to BAL 14. C.Harris to BAL 36 for 22 yards. PENALTY on BAL-B.Jackson, Offensive Holding, 10 yards, enforced at BAL 29.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q1 56:40) — (11:40) T.Dilfer pass to Q.Ismail for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q2 37:53) — (7:53) T.Aikman pass to J.McKnight to DAL 48 for 13 yards (C.McAlister).
- Dallas Cowboys (Q2 34:40) — (4:40) T.Aikman pass intended for W.McGarity INTERCEPTED by R.Woodson at BAL 29. R.Woodson to BAL 29 for no gain (W.McGarity).
- Baltimore Ravens (Q2 44:53) — (14:53) T.Dilfer pass to S.Sharpe to DAL 45 for 20 yards (D.Woodson, G.Myers).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q2 32:35) — (2:35) T.Dilfer pass to S.Sharpe for 59 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q3 15:59) — (:59) T.Dilfer pass intended for Q.Ismail INTERCEPTED by P.Sparks at DAL 0. Touchback. Penalty on BAL-S.Folau, Offensive Holding, declined.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q1 56:40) — (11:40) T.Dilfer pass to Q.Ismail for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q4 5:00) — (5:00) T.Dilfer pass to B.Stokley to DAL 4 for 32 yards (R.McNeil). Penalty on DAL-G.Myers, Defensive Pass Interference, declined.
Quarterback report card
T.Aikman led all passers in efficiency for Dallas Cowboys, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- T.Aikman (Dallas Cowboys) · 35 dropbacks · 54.3% completion · -0.35 EPA/play · -12.40 total EPA
- T.Dilfer (Baltimore Ravens) · 27 dropbacks · 66.7% completion · +0.20 EPA/play · +5.29 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Dallas Cowboys | Baltimore Ravens |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.250 | +0.116 |
| Offensive success rate | 35.7% | 56.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.354 | +0.196 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.097 | +0.168 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.116 | +0.250 |
| Defensive success rate | 43.7% | 64.3% |
By the numbers
Baltimore Ravens held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.12 vs -0.25), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Baltimore Ravens: 12 drives, +10.09 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Dallas Cowboys: 12 drives, -17.49 total EPA, 0 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Baltimore Ravens leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- S. Sharpe (Baltimore Ravens) 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.
- Baltimore Ravens TD (+6) — Q1 56:40 · DAL 40 · Score 0-6
(11:40) T.Dilfer pass to Q.Ismail for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Baltimore Ravens XP (+1) — Q1 56:25 · DAL 2 · Score 0-7
M.Stover extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson. - Baltimore Ravens FG (+3) — Q1 50:03 · DAL 7 · Score 0-10
(5:03) M.Stover 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson. - Baltimore Ravens TD (+6) — Q2 32:35 · DAL 59 · Score 0-16
(2:35) T.Dilfer pass to S.Sharpe for 59 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Baltimore Ravens XP (+1) — Q2 32:07 · DAL 2 · Score 0-17
M.Stover extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson. - Baltimore Ravens FG (+3) — Q4 8:00 · DAL 1 · Score 0-20
(8:00) M.Stover 19 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson. - Baltimore Ravens TD (+6) — Q4 4:22 · DAL 5 · Score 0-26
(4:22) P.Holmes left end for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Baltimore Ravens XP (+1) — Q4 3:52 · DAL 2 · Score 0-27
M.Stover extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-K.Richardson.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Dallas Cowboys vs Baltimore Ravens?
The Baltimore Ravens beat the Dallas Cowboys 27-0 in Week 12, 2000 on 2000-11-19.
What was the final score of Dallas Cowboys vs Baltimore Ravens?
The final score was Dallas Cowboys 0, Baltimore Ravens 27 (DAL 0-27 BAL) in Week 12, 2000 on 2000-11-19.
What was the score by quarter in Dallas Cowboys vs Baltimore Ravens?
Q1: Dallas Cowboys 0, Baltimore Ravens 10; Q2: Dallas Cowboys 0, Baltimore Ravens 7; Q4: Dallas Cowboys 0, Baltimore Ravens 10; Final: Dallas Cowboys 0, Baltimore Ravens 27.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Dallas Cowboys vs Baltimore Ravens?
Baltimore Ravens touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 56:40) Baltimore Ravens touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 32:35) Baltimore Ravens touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 4:22) Baltimore Ravens field goal — unlisted player (Q1 50:03, 3 pts) Baltimore Ravens field goal — unlisted player (Q4 8:00, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Dallas Cowboys vs Baltimore Ravens?
T. Aikman (Dallas Cowboys), 54.3% completion, -0.35 EPA per dropback, -12.40 total passing EPA. T. Dilfer (Baltimore Ravens), 66.7% completion, +0.20 EPA per dropback, +5.29 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Dallas Cowboys vs Baltimore Ravens?
S. Sharpe (Baltimore Ravens) led the game in total EPA with +10.77 on receiving plays. across 5 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+5.50 EPA): (2:35) T.Dilfer pass to S.Sharpe for 59 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +54.2%.
Season records after this game
Dallas Cowboys
Entered 4-6 Now 4-7 L
Baltimore Ravens
Entered 7-4 Now 8-4 W
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