Game story
In Week 14 of the 2000 NFL season on 2000-12-03, the Green Bay Packers took care of business against the Chicago Bears, pulling away with a 28–6 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
S. Matthews (Chicago Bears) paced the passing game, with -20.38 total EPA.
On the individual side, B. Favre (Green Bay Packers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +11.97 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+43.3% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Green Bay Packers changed the game: P.Edinger kicks 59 yards from CHI 30 to GB 11. A.Rossum to GB 31 for 20 yards (M.Green).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Bay Packers | 14 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| Chicago Bears | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 B. Favre · Green Bay Packers · Passing · +11.97 total EPA · 33 snaps · +0.36 EPA/play
- 2 B. Schroeder · Green Bay Packers · Receiving · +9.77 total EPA · 9 snaps · +1.09 EPA/play
- 3 A. Freeman · Green Bay Packers · Receiving · +5.62 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.80 EPA/play
- 4 S. Matthews · Chicago Bears · Rushing · +4.72 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.57 EPA/play
- 5 J. Allen · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +3.50 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.29 EPA/play
- 6 A. Green · Green Bay Packers · Rushing · +1.64 total EPA · 20 snaps · +0.08 EPA/play
- 7 A. Green · Green Bay Packers · Receiving · +1.46 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.49 EPA/play
- 8 B. Franks · Green Bay Packers · Receiving · +1.35 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.67 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
B. Favre — GB · Passing
B. Favre posted the highest total EPA (+11.97) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Green Bay Packers's efficiency. Across 33 counted snaps, they averaged +0.36 EPA per play.
The signature play (-7.53 EPA) came from Chicago Bears: (14:09) (Shotgun) S.Matthews pass intended for D.White INTERCEPTED by T.Williams at CHI 38. T.Williams for 38 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Green Bay Packers — unlisted player
- Green Bay Packers — unlisted player
- Green Bay Packers — unlisted player
- Green Bay Packers — unlisted player
Field goals
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The second quarter: Green Bay Packers won the period 14–3. Green Bay Packers found the end zone from the CHI 2 (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) A.Green right guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Green Bay Packers added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q2 44:56) — R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Davis, Holder-M.Hasselbeck.; Chicago Bears connected on a field goal from the GB 15 (Q2 38:50) — (8:50) P.Edinger 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-L.Aguiar.; Green Bay Packers found the end zone from the CHI 5 (Q2 34:30) — (4:30) B.Favre pass to A.Freeman for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by CHI and Upheld. (Timeout #1 at 04:23.); Green Bay Packers added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q2 34:23) — R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Davis, Holder-M.Hasselbeck..
The third quarter: Green Bay Packers won the period 7–0. Green Bay Packers found the end zone from the CHI 8 (Q3 21:07) — (6:07) A.Green left tackle for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Green Bay Packers added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q3 21:03) — R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Davis, Holder-M.Hasselbeck..
The fourth quarter: Green Bay Packers won the period 7–3. Green Bay Packers found the end zone from the GB 74 (Q4 14:09) — (14:09) (Shotgun) S.Matthews pass intended for D.White INTERCEPTED by T.Williams at CHI 38. T.Williams for 38 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Green Bay Packers added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q4 14:00) — R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Davis, Holder-M.Hasselbeck.; Chicago Bears connected on a field goal from the GB 28 (Q4 9:11) — (9:11) P.Edinger 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-L.Aguiar..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Green Bay Packers (Q1 60:00) — P.Edinger kicks 59 yards from CHI 30 to GB 11. A.Rossum to GB 31 for 20 yards (M.Green).
- Chicago Bears (Q1 55:43) — (10:43) (Shotgun) S.Matthews right tackle to GB 29 for 5 yards (M.McKenzie).
- Green Bay Packers (Q1 49:21) — (4:21) B.Favre pass to B.Schroeder to CHI 34 for 21 yards (M.Brown).
- Green Bay Packers (Q1 47:37) — (2:37) B.Favre pass to B.Schroeder to CHI 23 for 9 yards (T.Smith).
- Chicago Bears (Q1 57:38) — (12:38) S.Matthews up the middle to GB 40 for 14 yards (T.Williams).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Chicago Bears (Q4 14:09) — (14:09) (Shotgun) S.Matthews pass intended for D.White INTERCEPTED by T.Williams at CHI 38. T.Williams for 38 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Green Bay Packers (Q3 23:36) — (8:36) B.Favre pass to B.Schroeder pushed ob at CHI 30 for 38 yards (T.Parrish).
- Green Bay Packers (Q2 34:30) — (4:30) B.Favre pass to A.Freeman for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by CHI and Upheld. (Timeout #1 at 04:23.)
- Chicago Bears (Q1 55:43) — (10:43) (Shotgun) S.Matthews right tackle to GB 29 for 5 yards (M.McKenzie).
Quarterback report card
S.Matthews led all passers in efficiency for Chicago Bears, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- S.Matthews (Chicago Bears) · 46 dropbacks · 47.8% completion · -0.44 EPA/play · -20.38 total EPA
- B.Favre (Green Bay Packers) · 33 dropbacks · 57.6% completion · +0.36 EPA/play · +11.97 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Green Bay Packers | Chicago Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.096 | -0.161 |
| Offensive success rate | 35.2% | 35.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.312 | -0.339 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.027 | -0.165 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.161 | -0.096 |
| Defensive success rate | 64.3% | 64.8% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Green Bay Packers generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.10 vs -0.16), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Chicago Bears: 13 drives, -15.78 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Green Bay Packers: 13 drives, +8.70 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Green Bay Packers leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- B. Favre (Green Bay Packers) 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.
- Green Bay Packers TD (+6) — Q2 45:00 · CHI 2 · Score 6-0
(15:00) A.Green right guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Green Bay Packers XP (+1) — Q2 44:56 · CHI 2 · Score 7-0
R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Davis, Holder-M.Hasselbeck. - Chicago Bears FG (+3) — Q2 38:50 · GB 15 · Score 7-3
(8:50) P.Edinger 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-L.Aguiar. - Green Bay Packers TD (+6) — Q2 34:30 · CHI 5 · Score 13-3
(4:30) B.Favre pass to A.Freeman for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by CHI and Upheld. (Timeout #1 at 04:23.) - Green Bay Packers XP (+1) — Q2 34:23 · CHI 2 · Score 14-3
R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Davis, Holder-M.Hasselbeck. - Green Bay Packers TD (+6) — Q3 21:07 · CHI 8 · Score 20-3
(6:07) A.Green left tackle for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Green Bay Packers XP (+1) — Q3 21:03 · CHI 2 · Score 21-3
R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Davis, Holder-M.Hasselbeck. - Green Bay Packers TD (+6) — Q4 14:09 · GB 74 · Score 27-3
(14:09) (Shotgun) S.Matthews pass intended for D.White INTERCEPTED by T.Williams at CHI 38. T.Williams for 38 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Green Bay Packers XP (+1) — Q4 14:00 · CHI 2 · Score 28-3
R.Longwell extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Davis, Holder-M.Hasselbeck. - Chicago Bears FG (+3) — Q4 9:11 · GB 28 · Score 28-6
(9:11) P.Edinger 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-L.Aguiar.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Green Bay Packers vs Chicago Bears?
The Green Bay Packers beat the Chicago Bears 28-6 in Week 14, 2000 on 2000-12-03.
What was the final score of Green Bay Packers vs Chicago Bears?
The final score was Green Bay Packers 28, Chicago Bears 6 (GB 28-6 CHI) in Week 14, 2000 on 2000-12-03.
What was the score by quarter in Green Bay Packers vs Chicago Bears?
Q2: Green Bay Packers 14, Chicago Bears 3; Q3: Green Bay Packers 7, Chicago Bears 0; Q4: Green Bay Packers 7, Chicago Bears 3; Final: Green Bay Packers 28, Chicago Bears 6.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Green Bay Packers vs Chicago Bears?
Green Bay Packers touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 45:00) Green Bay Packers touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 34:30) Green Bay Packers touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 21:07) Green Bay Packers touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 14:09) Chicago Bears field goal — unlisted player (Q2 38:50, 3 pts) Chicago Bears field goal — unlisted player (Q4 9:11, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Green Bay Packers vs Chicago Bears?
S. Matthews (Chicago Bears), 47.8% completion, -0.44 EPA per dropback, -20.38 total passing EPA. B. Favre (Green Bay Packers), 57.6% completion, +0.36 EPA per dropback, +11.97 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Green Bay Packers vs Chicago Bears?
B. Favre (Green Bay Packers) led the game in total EPA with +11.97 on passing plays. across 33 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-7.53 EPA): (14:09) (Shotgun) S.Matthews pass intended for D.White INTERCEPTED by T.Williams at CHI 38. T.Williams for 38 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +43.3%.
Season records after this game
Green Bay Packers
Entered 5-7 Now 6-7 W
Chicago Bears
Entered 3-9 Now 3-10 L
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