Game story
In Week 9 of the 1999 NFL season on 1999-11-08, the Minnesota Vikings took care of business against the Dallas Cowboys, pulling away with a 27–17 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 24 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. George (Minnesota Vikings) paced the passing game, with +3.11 total EPA.
On the individual side, R. Moss (Minnesota Vikings) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +8.76 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+41.1% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Dallas Cowboys changed the game: M.Berger kicks 68 yards from MIN 30 to DAL 2. K.Mathis to DAL 2 for no gain. FUMBLES, and recovers at DAL 7. K.Mathis to DAL 11 for 4 yards (M.Williams). PENALTY on DAL-E.Ekuban, Illegal Block Above t
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Cowboys | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Minnesota Vikings | 7 | 6 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 27 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 R. Moss · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +8.76 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.88 EPA/play
- 2 E. Smith · Dallas Cowboys · Rushing · +6.91 total EPA · 14 snaps · +0.49 EPA/play
- 3 C. Carter · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +6.04 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.60 EPA/play
- 4 J. George · Minnesota Vikings · Passing · +3.11 total EPA · 37 snaps · +0.08 EPA/play
- 5 E. Mills · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +1.18 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.24 EPA/play
- 6 T. Aikman · Dallas Cowboys · Passing · +0.28 total EPA · 27 snaps · +0.01 EPA/play
- 7 A. Jordan · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +0.27 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.14 EPA/play
- 8 C. Warren · Dallas Cowboys · Rushing · +0.25 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.04 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
R. Moss — MIN · Receiving
R. Moss posted the highest total EPA (+8.76) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Minnesota Vikings's efficiency. Across 10 counted snaps, they averaged +0.88 EPA per play.
The signature play (+6.00 EPA) came from Minnesota Vikings: (8:08) (Shotgun) J.George pass to R.Moss for 47 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
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
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
Field goals
- Dallas Cowboys — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The second quarter: Dallas Cowboys won the period 17–7. Dallas Cowboys connected on a field goal from the MIN 22 (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) R.Cunningham 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson.; Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the MIN 63 (Q2 36:31) — (6:31) E.Smith right guard for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q2 36:21) — R.Cunningham extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson.; Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the MIN 24 (Q2 36:21) — (6:21) E.Smith up the middle for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q2 36:03) — R.Cunningham extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the DAL 4 (Q2 31:57) — (1:57) J.George pass to R.Moss for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the DAL 2 (Q2 31:53) — G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger..
The third quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 6–0. Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the DAL 14 (Q3 30:00) — (15:00) G.Anderson 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.; Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the DAL 22 (Q3 23:24) — (8:24) G.Anderson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger..
The fourth quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 14–0. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the DAL 4 (Q4 13:43) — (13:43) J.George pass to C.Carter for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the DAL 2 (Q4 13:38) — G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the DAL 47 (Q4 8:08) — (8:08) (Shotgun) J.George pass to R.Moss for 47 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the DAL 2 (Q4 5:10) — G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q1 60:00) — M.Berger kicks 68 yards from MIN 30 to DAL 2. K.Mathis to DAL 2 for no gain. FUMBLES, and recovers at DAL 7. K.Mathis to DAL 11 for 4 yards (M.Williams). PENALTY on DAL-E.Ekuban, Illegal Block Above t
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 8:08) — (8:08) (Shotgun) J.George pass to R.Moss for 47 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q2 36:31) — (6:31) E.Smith right guard for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q4 13:38) — (13:38) J.Garrett pass intended for J.Tucker INTERCEPTED by J.Hitchcock at DAL 37. J.Hitchcock to DAL 37 for no gain (J.Tucker). Deflected by C.Doleman. F.Adams injured.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) (Shotgun) T.Aikman pass to C.Warren to MIN 21 for 24 yards (O.Thomas).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 8:08) — (8:08) (Shotgun) J.George pass to R.Moss for 47 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q2 36:31) — (6:31) E.Smith right guard for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q2 34:25) — (4:25) (Shotgun) T.Aikman Aborted. M.Stepnoski FUMBLES at DAL 47, RECOVERED by MIN-C.Doleman at DAL 21.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q2 36:21) — T.Gowin kicks 64 yards from DAL 30 to MIN 6. D.Palmer to MIN 22 for 16 yards (D.Nguyen). FUMBLES (D.Nguyen), RECOVERED by DAL-C.Williams at MIN 24.
Quarterback report card
J.George led all passers in efficiency for Minnesota Vikings, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.George (Minnesota Vikings) · 37 dropbacks · 45.9% completion · +0.08 EPA/play · +3.11 total EPA
- T.Aikman (Dallas Cowboys) · 27 dropbacks · 51.9% completion · +0.01 EPA/play · +0.28 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Dallas Cowboys | Minnesota Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.235 | -0.119 |
| Offensive success rate | 35.2% | 39.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.274 | +0.117 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.075 | -0.078 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.119 | +0.235 |
| Defensive success rate | 61.0% | 64.8% |
By the numbers
Minnesota Vikings held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.12 vs -0.23), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Dallas Cowboys: 15 drives, -20.67 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Minnesota Vikings: 15 drives, -11.93 total EPA, 5 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.
- R. Moss (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.
- Dallas Cowboys FG (+3) — Q2 45:00 · MIN 22 · Score 3-0
(15:00) R.Cunningham 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q2 36:31 · MIN 63 · Score 9-0
(6:31) E.Smith right guard for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q2 36:21 · MIN 2 · Score 10-0
R.Cunningham extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q2 36:21 · MIN 24 · Score 16-0
(6:21) E.Smith up the middle for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q2 36:03 · MIN 2 · Score 17-0
R.Cunningham extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q2 31:57 · DAL 4 · Score 17-6
(1:57) J.George pass to R.Moss for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q2 31:53 · DAL 2 · Score 17-7
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q3 30:00 · DAL 14 · Score 17-10
(15:00) G.Anderson 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q3 23:24 · DAL 22 · Score 17-13
(8:24) G.Anderson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q4 13:43 · DAL 4 · Score 17-19
(13:43) J.George pass to C.Carter for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q4 13:38 · DAL 2 · Score 17-20
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q4 8:08 · DAL 47 · Score 17-26
(8:08) (Shotgun) J.George pass to R.Moss for 47 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q4 5:10 · DAL 2 · Score 17-27
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Dallas Cowboys vs Minnesota Vikings?
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Dallas Cowboys 27-17 in Week 9, 1999 on 1999-11-08.
What was the final score of Dallas Cowboys vs Minnesota Vikings?
The final score was Dallas Cowboys 17, Minnesota Vikings 27 (DAL 17-27 MIN) in Week 9, 1999 on 1999-11-08.
What was the score by quarter in Dallas Cowboys vs Minnesota Vikings?
Q2: Dallas Cowboys 17, Minnesota Vikings 7; Q3: Dallas Cowboys 0, Minnesota Vikings 6; Q4: Dallas Cowboys 0, Minnesota Vikings 14; Final: Dallas Cowboys 17, Minnesota Vikings 27.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Dallas Cowboys vs Minnesota Vikings?
Dallas Cowboys touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 36:31) Dallas Cowboys touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 36:21) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 31:57) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 13:43) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 8:08) Dallas Cowboys field goal — unlisted player (Q2 45:00, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — unlisted player (Q3 30:00, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — unlisted player (Q3 23:24, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Dallas Cowboys vs Minnesota Vikings?
J. George (Minnesota Vikings), 45.9% completion, +0.08 EPA per dropback, +3.11 total passing EPA. T. Aikman (Dallas Cowboys), 51.9% completion, +0.01 EPA per dropback, +0.28 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Dallas Cowboys vs Minnesota Vikings?
R. Moss (Minnesota Vikings) led the game in total EPA with +8.76 on receiving plays. across 10 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+6.00 EPA): (8:08) (Shotgun) J.George pass to R.Moss for 47 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +41.1%.
Season records after this game
Dallas Cowboys
Entered 4-3 Now 4-4 L
Minnesota Vikings
Entered 4-4 Now 5-4 W
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