Game story
In Week 6 of the 1999 NFL season on 1999-10-18, the New York Giants took care of business against the Dallas Cowboys, pulling away with a 13–10 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
T. Aikman (Dallas Cowboys) paced the passing game, with +9.33 total EPA.
On the individual side, T. Aikman (Dallas Cowboys) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +9.33 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+53.7% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when New York Giants changed the game: T.Gowin kicks 69 yards from DAL 30 to NYG 1. D.Patten to NYG 16 for 15 yards (R.Thomas).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Cowboys | 3 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| New York Giants | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 T. Aikman · Dallas Cowboys · Passing · +9.33 total EPA · 36 snaps · +0.26 EPA/play
- 2 C. Warren · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +5.92 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.97 EPA/play
- 3 R. Ismail · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +5.53 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.79 EPA/play
- 4 I. Hilliard · New York Giants · Receiving · +3.84 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.92 EPA/play
- 5 T. Barber · New York Giants · Receiving · +2.94 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.49 EPA/play
- 6 A. Toomer · New York Giants · Receiving · +2.93 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.59 EPA/play
- 7 E. Mills · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +2.09 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.30 EPA/play
- 8 J. Tucker · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +1.81 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.91 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
T. Aikman — DAL · Passing
T. Aikman posted the highest total EPA (+9.33) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Dallas Cowboys's efficiency. Across 36 counted snaps, they averaged +0.26 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.05 EPA) came from Dallas Cowboys: (11:59) T.Gowin punts 51 yards to NYG 15, Center-D.Hellestrae. T.Barber for 85 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- New York Giants — unlisted player
- Dallas Cowboys — unlisted player
Field goals
- Dallas Cowboys — unlisted player
- New York Giants — unlisted player
- New York Giants — 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 3–0. Dallas Cowboys connected on a field goal from the NYG 21 (Q1 53:19) — (8:19) R.Cunningham 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson..
The second quarter: New York Giants won the period 3–0. New York Giants connected on a field goal from the DAL 10 (Q2 33:03) — (3:03) B.Daluiso 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Whittle, Holder-B.Maynard..
The fourth quarter: New York Giants won the period 10–7. New York Giants found the end zone from the NYG 66 (Q4 11:59) — (11:59) T.Gowin punts 51 yards to NYG 15, Center-D.Hellestrae. T.Barber for 85 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Giants added 1 points from the DAL 2 (Q4 7:50) — B.Daluiso extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Whittle, Holder-B.Maynard.; Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the NYG 2 (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) E.Smith left guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q4 1:57) — R.Cunningham extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson.; New York Giants connected on a field goal from the DAL 4 (Q4 0:05) — (:05) B.Daluiso 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Whittle, Holder-B.Maynard..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- New York Giants (Q1 60:00) — T.Gowin kicks 69 yards from DAL 30 to NYG 1. D.Patten to NYG 16 for 15 yards (R.Thomas).
- New York Giants (Q4 0:39) — (:39) (Shotgun) K.Graham pass to T.Barber pushed ob at DAL 3 for 56 yards (D.Sanders).
- Dallas Cowboys (Q4 11:59) — (11:59) T.Gowin punts 51 yards to NYG 15, Center-D.Hellestrae. T.Barber for 85 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q3 20:25) — (5:25) (Shotgun) T.Aikman pass to R.Ismail to NYG 29 for 23 yards (P.Ellsworth).
- Dallas Cowboys (Q4 5:03) — (5:03) (Shotgun) T.Aikman pass to C.Warren to NYG 6 for 9 yards (J.Armstead, J.Sehorn).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q4 11:59) — (11:59) T.Gowin punts 51 yards to NYG 15, Center-D.Hellestrae. T.Barber for 85 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New York Giants (Q4 0:39) — (:39) (Shotgun) K.Graham pass to T.Barber pushed ob at DAL 3 for 56 yards (D.Sanders).
- Dallas Cowboys (Q3 15:04) — (:04) R.Cunningham 41 yard field goal is No Good, Hit Right Upright, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q1 57:07) — (12:07) R.Cunningham 48 yard field goal is No Good, Short, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson.
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) · 36 dropbacks · 55.6% completion · +0.26 EPA/play · +9.33 total EPA
- K.Graham (New York Giants) · 33 dropbacks · 45.5% completion · +0.05 EPA/play · +1.67 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Dallas Cowboys | New York Giants |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.132 | -0.103 |
| Offensive success rate | 34.9% | 35.6% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.259 | -0.008 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.486 | -0.243 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.103 | +0.132 |
| Defensive success rate | 64.4% | 65.1% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Dallas Cowboys -0.13, New York Giants -0.10) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- Dallas Cowboys: 11 drives, -10.95 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- New York Giants: 11 drives, -8.99 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- New York Giants leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- One-score margin — fantasy managers should double-check garbage-time stats before drawing conclusions.
- T. Aikman (Dallas Cowboys) 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) — Q1 53:19 · NYG 21 · Score 3-0
(8:19) R.Cunningham 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson. - New York Giants FG (+3) — Q2 33:03 · DAL 10 · Score 3-3
(3:03) B.Daluiso 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Whittle, Holder-B.Maynard. - New York Giants TD (+6) — Q4 11:59 · NYG 66 · Score 3-9
(11:59) T.Gowin punts 51 yards to NYG 15, Center-D.Hellestrae. T.Barber for 85 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Giants XP (+1) — Q4 7:50 · DAL 2 · Score 3-10
B.Daluiso extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Whittle, Holder-B.Maynard. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q4 2:00 · NYG 2 · Score 9-10
(2:00) E.Smith left guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q4 1:57 · NYG 2 · Score 10-10
R.Cunningham extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Hellestrae, Holder-E.Bjornson. - New York Giants FG (+3) — Q4 0:05 · DAL 4 · Score 10-13
(:05) B.Daluiso 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Whittle, Holder-B.Maynard.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Dallas Cowboys vs New York Giants?
The New York Giants beat the Dallas Cowboys 13-10 in Week 6, 1999 on 1999-10-18.
What was the final score of Dallas Cowboys vs New York Giants?
The final score was Dallas Cowboys 10, New York Giants 13 (DAL 10-13 NYG) in Week 6, 1999 on 1999-10-18.
What was the score by quarter in Dallas Cowboys vs New York Giants?
Q1: Dallas Cowboys 3, New York Giants 0; Q2: Dallas Cowboys 0, New York Giants 3; Q4: Dallas Cowboys 7, New York Giants 10; Final: Dallas Cowboys 10, New York Giants 13.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Dallas Cowboys vs New York Giants?
New York Giants touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 11:59) Dallas Cowboys touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 2:00) Dallas Cowboys field goal — unlisted player (Q1 53:19, 3 pts) New York Giants field goal — unlisted player (Q2 33:03, 3 pts) New York Giants field goal — unlisted player (Q4 0:05, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Dallas Cowboys vs New York Giants?
T. Aikman (Dallas Cowboys), 55.6% completion, +0.26 EPA per dropback, +9.33 total passing EPA. K. Graham (New York Giants), 45.5% completion, +0.05 EPA per dropback, +1.67 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Dallas Cowboys vs New York Giants?
T. Aikman (Dallas Cowboys) led the game in total EPA with +9.33 on passing plays. across 36 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.05 EPA): (11:59) T.Gowin punts 51 yards to NYG 15, Center-D.Hellestrae. T.Barber for 85 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +53.7%.
Was Dallas Cowboys vs New York Giants a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. New York Giants won 13-10 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Dallas Cowboys
Entered 3-1 Now 3-2 L
New York Giants
Entered 2-3 Now 3-3 W
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