Game story
In Week 8 of the 1999 NFL season on 1999-10-31, the Indianapolis Colts took care of business against the Dallas Cowboys, pulling away with a 34–24 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 22 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts) paced the passing game, with +10.47 total EPA.
On the individual side, P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +10.47 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+56.6% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Indianapolis Colts changed the game: T.Gowin kicks 69 yards from DAL 30 to IND 1. T.Wilkins to IND 33 for 32 yards (C.Williams).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Cowboys | 10 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Indianapolis Colts | 3 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 0 | 34 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 P. Manning · Indianapolis Colts · Passing · +10.47 total EPA · 39 snaps · +0.27 EPA/play
- 2 E. Mills · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +3.93 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.98 EPA/play
- 3 M. Harrison · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +3.84 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.32 EPA/play
- 4 E. James · Indianapolis Colts · Rushing · +2.64 total EPA · 27 snaps · +0.10 EPA/play
- 5 J. Pathon · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +2.44 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.44 EPA/play
- 6 D. LaFleur · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +2.09 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.70 EPA/play
- 7 C. Warren · Dallas Cowboys · Rushing · +1.86 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.62 EPA/play
- 8 T. Aikman · Dallas Cowboys · Rushing · +1.82 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.82 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
P. Manning — IND · Passing
P. Manning posted the highest total EPA (+10.47) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Indianapolis Colts's efficiency. Across 39 counted snaps, they averaged +0.27 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.51 EPA) came from Dallas Cowboys: (8:35) T.Aikman sacked at DAL 12 for -7 yards (C.Bratzke). FUMBLES (C.Bratzke), RECOVERED by IND-C.Bratzke at DAL 12. C.Bratzke to DAL 1 for 11 yards (F.Adams). FUMBLES (F.Adams), recovered by IND-M.Barber at DAL 1. M.Ba
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Dallas Cowboys — unlisted player
- Dallas Cowboys — unlisted player
- Indianapolis Colts — unlisted player
- Indianapolis Colts — unlisted player
- Dallas Cowboys — unlisted player
- Indianapolis Colts — unlisted player
Field goals
- Dallas Cowboys — unlisted player
- Indianapolis Colts — unlisted player
- Indianapolis Colts — unlisted player
- Indianapolis Colts — unlisted player
- Indianapolis Colts — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Dallas Cowboys won the period 10–3. Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the IND 2 (Q1 58:02) — (13:02) E.Smith up the middle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q1 57:58) — R.Cunningham extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson.; Dallas Cowboys connected on a field goal from the IND 7 (Q1 54:39) — (9:39) R.Cunningham 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson.; Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the DAL 25 (Q1 51:34) — (6:34) M.Vanderjagt 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh..
The second quarter: Dallas Cowboys won the period 7–3. Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the IND 4 (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) C.Warren up the middle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q2 40:26) — R.Cunningham extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson.; Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the DAL 13 (Q2 31:18) — (1:18) M.Vanderjagt 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh..
The third quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 15–7. Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the DAL 3 (Q3 27:41) — (12:41) E.James up the middle to DAL 1 for 2 yards (D.Woodson). FUMBLES (D.Woodson), recovered by IND-T.Wilkins at DAL 0. TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts registered a safety from the DAL 2 (Q3 23:35); Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the DAL 1 (Q3 23:12) — (8:12) E.James up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the DAL 2 (Q3 23:01) — M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh.; Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the IND 4 (Q3 19:30) — (4:30) E.Smith up the middle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q3 18:26) — R.Cunningham extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson..
The fourth quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 13–0. Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the DAL 40 (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) P.Manning pass to M.Harrison for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the DAL 2 (Q4 14:55) — M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh.; Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the DAL 15 (Q4 13:22) — (13:22) M.Vanderjagt 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh.; Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the DAL 10 (Q4 7:12) — (7:12) M.Vanderjagt 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 60:00) — T.Gowin kicks 69 yards from DAL 30 to IND 1. T.Wilkins to IND 33 for 32 yards (C.Williams).
- Dallas Cowboys (Q3 23:35) — (8:35) T.Aikman sacked at DAL 12 for -7 yards (C.Bratzke). FUMBLES (C.Bratzke), RECOVERED by IND-C.Bratzke at DAL 12. C.Bratzke to DAL 1 for 11 yards (F.Adams). FUMBLES (F.Adams), recovered by IND-M.B
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) P.Manning pass to M.Harrison for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 60:00) — (15:00) H.Smith punts 45 yards to DAL 22, Center-B.Banta. D.Sanders to IND 2 for 76 yards (H.Smith).
- Indianapolis Colts (Q3 18:26) — (3:26) (Shotgun) P.Manning pass to T.Wilkins to IND 36 for 12 yards (I.Reese).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q3 23:35) — (8:35) T.Aikman sacked at DAL 12 for -7 yards (C.Bratzke). FUMBLES (C.Bratzke), RECOVERED by IND-C.Bratzke at DAL 12. C.Bratzke to DAL 1 for 11 yards (F.Adams). FUMBLES (F.Adams), recovered by IND-M.B
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 60:00) — (15:00) H.Smith punts 45 yards to DAL 22, Center-B.Banta. D.Sanders to IND 2 for 76 yards (H.Smith).
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 9:19) — (9:19) P.Manning pass to E.James to DAL 25 for 54 yards (K.Wheaton). DAL-K.Wheaton was injured during the play.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 57:58) — (12:58) H.Smith punt is BLOCKED by L.Hall, Center-B.Banta, RECOVERED by DAL-D.Hambrick at IND 30. D.Hambrick to IND 24 for 6 yards (M.Barber).
Quarterback report card
P.Manning led all passers in efficiency for Indianapolis Colts, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- P.Manning (Indianapolis Colts) · 39 dropbacks · 56.4% completion · +0.27 EPA/play · +10.47 total EPA
- T.Aikman (Dallas Cowboys) · 28 dropbacks · 67.9% completion · -0.26 EPA/play · -7.36 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Dallas Cowboys | Indianapolis Colts |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.012 | +0.075 |
| Offensive success rate | 47.4% | 48.4% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.316 | +0.268 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.110 | +0.083 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.075 | +0.012 |
| Defensive success rate | 51.6% | 52.6% |
By the numbers
Indianapolis Colts held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.07 vs -0.01), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Dallas Cowboys: 12 drives, -0.92 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Indianapolis Colts: 11 drives, +6.86 total EPA, 7 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Indianapolis Colts leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts) 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.
- Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q1 58:02 · IND 2 · Score 6-0
(13:02) E.Smith up the middle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q1 57:58 · IND 2 · Score 7-0
R.Cunningham extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson. - Dallas Cowboys FG (+3) — Q1 54:39 · IND 7 · Score 10-0
(9:39) R.Cunningham 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q1 51:34 · DAL 25 · Score 10-3
(6:34) M.Vanderjagt 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q2 45:00 · IND 4 · Score 16-3
(15:00) C.Warren up the middle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q2 40:26 · IND 2 · Score 17-3
R.Cunningham extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q2 31:18 · DAL 13 · Score 17-6
(1:18) M.Vanderjagt 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q3 27:41 · DAL 3 · Score 17-12
(12:41) E.James up the middle to DAL 1 for 2 yards (D.Woodson). FUMBLES (D.Woodson), recovered by IND-T.Wilkins at DAL 0. TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts Safety (+2) — Q3 23:35 · DAL 2 · Score 17-14
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. P.Manning pass to M.Harrison is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. Penalty on DAL, Defensive Pass Interference, declined. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q3 23:12 · DAL 1 · Score 17-20
(8:12) E.James up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q3 23:01 · DAL 2 · Score 17-21
M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q3 19:30 · IND 4 · Score 23-21
(4:30) E.Smith up the middle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q3 18:26 · IND 2 · Score 24-21
R.Cunningham extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q4 15:00 · DAL 40 · Score 24-27
(15:00) P.Manning pass to M.Harrison for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q4 14:55 · DAL 2 · Score 24-28
M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q4 13:22 · DAL 15 · Score 24-31
(13:22) M.Vanderjagt 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q4 7:12 · DAL 10 · Score 24-34
(7:12) M.Vanderjagt 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Dallas Cowboys vs Indianapolis Colts?
The Indianapolis Colts beat the Dallas Cowboys 34-24 in Week 8, 1999 on 1999-10-31.
What was the final score of Dallas Cowboys vs Indianapolis Colts?
The final score was Dallas Cowboys 24, Indianapolis Colts 34 (DAL 24-34 IND) in Week 8, 1999 on 1999-10-31.
What was the score by quarter in Dallas Cowboys vs Indianapolis Colts?
Q1: Dallas Cowboys 10, Indianapolis Colts 3; Q2: Dallas Cowboys 7, Indianapolis Colts 3; Q3: Dallas Cowboys 7, Indianapolis Colts 15; Q4: Dallas Cowboys 0, Indianapolis Colts 13; Final: Dallas Cowboys 24, Indianapolis Colts 34.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Dallas Cowboys vs Indianapolis Colts?
Dallas Cowboys touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 58:02) Dallas Cowboys touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 45:00) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 27:41) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 23:12) Dallas Cowboys touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 19:30) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 15:00) Dallas Cowboys field goal — unlisted player (Q1 54:39, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — unlisted player (Q1 51:34, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — unlisted player (Q2 31:18, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — unlisted player (Q4 13:22, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — unlisted player (Q4 7:12, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Dallas Cowboys vs Indianapolis Colts?
P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts), 56.4% completion, +0.27 EPA per dropback, +10.47 total passing EPA. T. Aikman (Dallas Cowboys), 67.9% completion, -0.26 EPA per dropback, -7.36 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Dallas Cowboys vs Indianapolis Colts?
P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts) led the game in total EPA with +10.47 on passing plays. across 39 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.51 EPA): (8:35) T.Aikman sacked at DAL 12 for -7 yards (C.Bratzke). FUMBLES (C.Bratzke), RECOVERED by IND-C.Bratzke at DAL 12. C.Bratzke to DAL 1 for 11 yards (F.Adams). FUMBLES (F.Adams), . The biggest win-probability swing was +56.6%.
Season records after this game
Dallas Cowboys
Entered 4-2 Now 4-3 L
Indianapolis Colts
Entered 4-2 Now 5-2 W
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