Game story
In Week 15 of the 1999 NFL season on 1999-12-19, the Chicago Bears took care of business against the Detroit Lions, pulling away with a 28–10 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
C. McNown (Chicago Bears) paced the passing game, with +11.55 total EPA.
On the individual side, M. Robinson (Chicago Bears) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +13.08 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+43.3% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Detroit Lions changed the game: J.Holmes kicks 56 yards from CHI 30 to DET 14. B.Olivo to DET 26 for 12 yards (J.Allen).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Lions | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 10 |
| Chicago Bears | 0 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 28 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 M. Robinson · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +13.08 total EPA · 15 snaps · +0.87 EPA/play
- 2 C. McNown · Chicago Bears · Passing · +11.55 total EPA · 40 snaps · +0.29 EPA/play
- 3 B. Engram · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +6.80 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.68 EPA/play
- 4 S. Irvin · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +5.28 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.32 EPA/play
- 5 D. Sloan · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +2.98 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.50 EPA/play
- 6 C. Batch · Detroit Lions · Rushing · +2.91 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.91 EPA/play
- 7 J. Allred · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +1.41 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.41 EPA/play
- 8 G. Frerotte · Detroit Lions · Rushing · +0.84 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.84 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
M. Robinson — CHI · Receiving
M. Robinson posted the highest total EPA (+13.08) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Chicago Bears's efficiency. Across 15 counted snaps, they averaged +0.87 EPA per play.
The signature play (-5.19 EPA) came from Detroit Lions: (12:56) G.Hill left end to CHI 30 for -5 yards. FUMBLES, RECOVERED by CHI-V.Tuinei at CHI 30.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
Field goals
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Detroit Lions won the period 3–0. Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the CHI 6 (Q1 53:47) — (8:47) J.Hanson 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett..
The second quarter: Chicago Bears won the period 14–0. Chicago Bears found the end zone from the DET 3 (Q2 39:30) — (9:30) (Shotgun) C.McNown pass short right to B.Engram for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the DET 2 (Q2 32:48) — C.Boniol extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.; Chicago Bears found the end zone from the DET 1 (Q2 30:10) — (:10) C.McNown pass short left to M.Robinson for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the DET 2 (Q2 30:07) — C.Boniol extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun..
The third quarter: Chicago Bears won the period 7–0. Chicago Bears found the end zone from the DET 36 (Q3 25:31) — (10:31) C.McNown pass deep left to M.Robinson for 36 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the DET 2 (Q3 21:56) — C.Boniol extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Chicago Bears found the end zone from the DET 42 (Q4 9:00) — (9:00) (Shotgun) C.McNown pass deep left to M.Robinson for 42 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the DET 2 (Q4 8:22) — C.Boniol extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.; Detroit Lions found the end zone from the CHI 12 (Q4 4:48) — (4:48) C.Batch up the middle for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Detroit Lions added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q4 3:25) — J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Detroit Lions (Q1 60:00) — J.Holmes kicks 56 yards from CHI 30 to DET 14. B.Olivo to DET 26 for 12 yards (J.Allen).
- Detroit Lions (Q1 53:47) — (8:47) G.Hill left guard to CHI 14 for 41 yards (W.Harris). PENALTY on CHI-J.Flanigan, Unnecessary Roughness, 7 yards, enforced at CHI 14.
- Detroit Lions (Q2 40:55) — (10:55) G.Frerotte pass intended for J.Morton INTERCEPTED by C.Hudson at CHI 25. C.Hudson pushed ob at DET 47 for 28 yards (G.Crowell).
- Detroit Lions (Q1 55:56) — (10:56) G.Frerotte pass intended for J.Morton INTERCEPTED by J.Flanigan (W.Harris) at DET 38. J.Flanigan to DET 32 for 6 yards (S.Irvin).
- Detroit Lions (Q3 27:56) — (12:56) G.Hill left end to CHI 30 for -5 yards. FUMBLES, RECOVERED by CHI-V.Tuinei at CHI 30.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Detroit Lions (Q3 27:56) — (12:56) G.Hill left end to CHI 30 for -5 yards. FUMBLES, RECOVERED by CHI-V.Tuinei at CHI 30.
- Detroit Lions (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) G.Frerotte pass intended for C.Schlesinger INTERCEPTED by T.Cousin (S.Burton) at CHI 19. T.Cousin to CHI 19 for no gain (C.Schlesinger).
- Detroit Lions (Q1 53:47) — (8:47) G.Frerotte pass short left to S.Irvin pushed ob at DET 45 for 12 yards (T.Parrish).
- Chicago Bears (Q4 9:00) — (9:00) (Shotgun) C.McNown pass deep left to M.Robinson for 42 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
C.McNown led all passers in efficiency for Chicago Bears, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- C.McNown (Chicago Bears) · 40 dropbacks · 67.5% completion · +0.29 EPA/play · +11.55 total EPA
- G.Frerotte (Detroit Lions) · 32 dropbacks · 53.1% completion · -0.25 EPA/play · -7.93 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Detroit Lions | Chicago Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.149 | +0.049 |
| Offensive success rate | 43.4% | 45.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.146 | +0.291 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.222 | -0.196 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.049 | +0.149 |
| Defensive success rate | 54.3% | 56.6% |
By the numbers
Chicago Bears held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.05 vs -0.15), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Chicago Bears: 12 drives, +4.49 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Detroit Lions: 12 drives, -12.34 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Chicago Bears leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- M. Robinson (Chicago Bears) 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.
- Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q1 53:47 · CHI 6 · Score 3-0
(8:47) J.Hanson 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q2 39:30 · DET 3 · Score 3-6
(9:30) (Shotgun) C.McNown pass short right to B.Engram for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q2 32:48 · DET 2 · Score 3-7
C.Boniol extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q2 30:10 · DET 1 · Score 3-13
(:10) C.McNown pass short left to M.Robinson for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q2 30:07 · DET 2 · Score 3-14
C.Boniol extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q3 25:31 · DET 36 · Score 3-20
(10:31) C.McNown pass deep left to M.Robinson for 36 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q3 21:56 · DET 2 · Score 3-21
C.Boniol extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q4 9:00 · DET 42 · Score 3-27
(9:00) (Shotgun) C.McNown pass deep left to M.Robinson for 42 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q4 8:22 · DET 2 · Score 3-28
C.Boniol extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun. - Detroit Lions TD (+6) — Q4 4:48 · CHI 12 · Score 9-28
(4:48) C.Batch up the middle for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Detroit Lions XP (+1) — Q4 3:25 · CHI 2 · Score 10-28
J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Detroit Lions vs Chicago Bears?
The Chicago Bears beat the Detroit Lions 28-10 in Week 15, 1999 on 1999-12-19.
What was the final score of Detroit Lions vs Chicago Bears?
The final score was Detroit Lions 10, Chicago Bears 28 (DET 10-28 CHI) in Week 15, 1999 on 1999-12-19.
What was the score by quarter in Detroit Lions vs Chicago Bears?
Q1: Detroit Lions 3, Chicago Bears 0; Q2: Detroit Lions 0, Chicago Bears 14; Q3: Detroit Lions 0, Chicago Bears 7; Q4: Detroit Lions 7, Chicago Bears 7; Final: Detroit Lions 10, Chicago Bears 28.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Detroit Lions vs Chicago Bears?
Chicago Bears touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 39:30) Chicago Bears touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 30:10) Chicago Bears touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 25:31) Chicago Bears touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 9:00) Detroit Lions touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 4:48) Detroit Lions field goal — unlisted player (Q1 53:47, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Detroit Lions vs Chicago Bears?
C. McNown (Chicago Bears), 67.5% completion, +0.29 EPA per dropback, +11.55 total passing EPA. G. Frerotte (Detroit Lions), 53.1% completion, -0.25 EPA per dropback, -7.93 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Detroit Lions vs Chicago Bears?
M. Robinson (Chicago Bears) led the game in total EPA with +13.08 on receiving plays. across 15 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-5.19 EPA): (12:56) G.Hill left end to CHI 30 for -5 yards. FUMBLES, RECOVERED by CHI-V.Tuinei at CHI 30.. The biggest win-probability swing was +43.3%.
Season records after this game
Detroit Lions
Entered 8-5 Now 8-6 L
Chicago Bears
Entered 5-8 Now 6-8 W
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