Game story
In Week 14 of the 2000 NFL season on 2000-11-30, the Minnesota Vikings took care of business against the Detroit Lions, pulling away with a 24–17 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 21 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
S. Case (Detroit Lions) paced the passing game, with -2.40 total EPA.
On the individual side, R. Smith (Minnesota Vikings) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +6.13 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+45.5% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Detroit Lions changed the game: M.Berger kicks 42 yards from MIN 30 to DET 28. C.Schlesinger to DET 39 for 11 yards (J.Nelson, H.Morrow).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Lions | 0 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Minnesota Vikings | 7 | 10 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 R. Smith · Minnesota Vikings · Rushing · +6.13 total EPA · 18 snaps · +0.34 EPA/play
- 2 L. Foster · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +3.86 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.39 EPA/play
- 3 C. Walsh · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +3.40 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.70 EPA/play
- 4 J. Morton · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +3.38 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.56 EPA/play
- 5 S. Case · Detroit Lions · Rushing · +1.93 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.97 EPA/play
- 6 J. Stewart · Detroit Lions · Rushing · +1.29 total EPA · 15 snaps · +0.09 EPA/play
- 7 D. Sloan · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +0.66 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.22 EPA/play
- 8 J. McWilliams · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +0.63 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.16 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
R. Smith — MIN · Rushing
R. Smith posted the highest total EPA (+6.13) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Minnesota Vikings's efficiency. Across 18 counted snaps, they averaged +0.34 EPA per play.
The signature play (+6.42 EPA) came from Detroit Lions: (:20) (Shotgun) S.Case pass to L.Foster for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
Field goals
- Detroit Lions — 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 opening quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 7–0. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the DET 1 (Q1 52:43) — (7:43) R.Smith up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the DET 12 (Q1 52:39) — G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger..
The second quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 10–3. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the DET 4 (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) D.Culpepper pass to C.Carter for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the DET 2 (Q2 44:56); Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the MIN 34 (Q2 31:17) — (1:17) J.Hanson 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett.; Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the DET 22 (Q2 30:08) — (:08) G.Anderson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger..
The fourth quarter: Detroit Lions won the period 14–7. Detroit Lions found the end zone from the MIN 3 (Q4 14:04) — (14:04) J.Stewart right tackle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Detroit Lions added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q4 13:59) — J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the DET 43 (Q4 3:15) — (3:15) R.Smith right tackle for 43 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the DET 2 (Q4 3:04) — G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger.; Detroit Lions found the end zone from the MIN 40 (Q4 0:20) — (:20) (Shotgun) S.Case pass to L.Foster for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Detroit Lions added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q4 0:13) — 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) — M.Berger kicks 42 yards from MIN 30 to DET 28. C.Schlesinger to DET 39 for 11 yards (J.Nelson, H.Morrow).
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) D.Culpepper pass intended for C.Carter INTERCEPTED by A.Aldridge at MIN 13. A.Aldridge to MIN 9 for 4 yards (D.Dixon).
- Detroit Lions (Q1 57:06) — (12:06) J.Jett punts 40 yards to MIN 3, Center-A.Aldridge. T.Walters pushed ob at DET 34 for 63 yards (S.Kowalkowski).
- Minnesota Vikings (Q1 52:43) — (7:43) R.Smith up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- Detroit Lions (Q4 4:36) — (4:36) S.Case sacked at DET 40 for -10 yards (J.Randle).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Detroit Lions (Q4 0:20) — (:20) (Shotgun) S.Case pass to L.Foster for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Detroit Lions (Q2 40:26) — (10:26) (Shotgun) S.Case pass intended for D.Howard INTERCEPTED by K.Wong at MIN 25. K.Wong to MIN 39 for 14 yards (T.Semple). PENALTY on DET-S.McDougle, Face Mask (15 Yards), 15 yards, enforced at MI
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 3:15) — (3:15) R.Smith right tackle for 43 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) D.Culpepper pass intended for C.Carter INTERCEPTED by A.Aldridge at MIN 13. A.Aldridge to MIN 9 for 4 yards (D.Dixon).
Quarterback report card
S.Case led all passers in efficiency for Detroit Lions, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- S.Case (Detroit Lions) · 44 dropbacks · 52.3% completion · -0.05 EPA/play · -2.40 total EPA
- D.Culpepper (Minnesota Vikings) · 38 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · -0.09 EPA/play · -3.40 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Detroit Lions | Minnesota Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.036 | +0.040 |
| Offensive success rate | 42.5% | 46.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.069 | -0.090 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.070 | +0.230 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.040 | +0.036 |
| Defensive success rate | 53.8% | 57.5% |
By the numbers
Minnesota Vikings held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.04 vs -0.04), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Detroit Lions: 12 drives, -3.10 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Minnesota Vikings: 12 drives, +3.17 total EPA, 4 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.
- One-score margin — fantasy managers should double-check garbage-time stats before drawing conclusions.
- R. Smith (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.
- Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q1 52:43 · DET 1 · Score 0-6
(7:43) R.Smith up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q1 52:39 · DET 12 · Score 0-7
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q2 45:00 · DET 4 · Score 0-13
(15:00) D.Culpepper pass to C.Carter for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q2 44:56 · DET 2 · Score 0-14
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger. PENALTY on DET-L.Campbell, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs. - Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q2 31:17 · MIN 34 · Score 3-14
(1:17) J.Hanson 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q2 30:08 · DET 22 · Score 3-17
(:08) G.Anderson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger. - Detroit Lions TD (+6) — Q4 14:04 · MIN 3 · Score 9-17
(14:04) J.Stewart right tackle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Detroit Lions XP (+1) — Q4 13:59 · MIN 2 · Score 10-17
J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q4 3:15 · DET 43 · Score 10-23
(3:15) R.Smith right tackle for 43 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q4 3:04 · DET 2 · Score 10-24
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger. - Detroit Lions TD (+6) — Q4 0:20 · MIN 40 · Score 16-24
(:20) (Shotgun) S.Case pass to L.Foster for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Detroit Lions XP (+1) — Q4 0:13 · MIN 2 · Score 17-24
J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings?
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Detroit Lions 24-17 in Week 14, 2000 on 2000-11-30.
What was the final score of Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings?
The final score was Detroit Lions 17, Minnesota Vikings 24 (DET 17-24 MIN) in Week 14, 2000 on 2000-11-30.
What was the score by quarter in Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings?
Q1: Detroit Lions 0, Minnesota Vikings 7; Q2: Detroit Lions 3, Minnesota Vikings 10; Q4: Detroit Lions 14, Minnesota Vikings 7; Final: Detroit Lions 17, Minnesota Vikings 24.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings?
Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 52:43) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 45:00) Detroit Lions touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 14:04) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 3:15) Detroit Lions touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 0:20) Detroit Lions field goal — unlisted player (Q2 31:17, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — unlisted player (Q2 30:08, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings?
S. Case (Detroit Lions), 52.3% completion, -0.05 EPA per dropback, -2.40 total passing EPA. D. Culpepper (Minnesota Vikings), 50.0% completion, -0.09 EPA per dropback, -3.40 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings?
R. Smith (Minnesota Vikings) led the game in total EPA with +6.13 on rushing plays. across 18 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+6.42 EPA): (:20) (Shotgun) S.Case pass to L.Foster for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +45.5%.
Was Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings a close game?
Yes — the margin was 7 points. Minnesota Vikings won 24-17 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Detroit Lions
Entered 8-4 Now 8-5 L
Minnesota Vikings
Entered 10-2 Now 11-2 W
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