Game story
In Week 11 of the 2000 NFL season on 2000-11-12, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers took care of business against the Green Bay Packers, pulling away with a 20–15 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
S. King (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) paced the passing game, with -1.62 total EPA.
On the individual side, K. Johnson (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +4.32 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+43.5% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Green Bay Packers changed the game: M.Gramatica kicks 63 yards from TB 30 to GB 7. A.Rossum ran ob at GB 29 for 22 yards (R.Abdullah).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Bay Packers | 3 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 14 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 20 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 K. Johnson · Tampa Bay Buccaneers · Receiving · +4.32 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.62 EPA/play
- 2 B. Franks · Green Bay Packers · Receiving · +3.46 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.58 EPA/play
- 3 D. Moore · Tampa Bay Buccaneers · Receiving · +3.36 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.12 EPA/play
- 4 A. Rossum · Green Bay Packers · Rushing · +1.58 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.58 EPA/play
- 5 R. Anthony · Tampa Bay Buccaneers · Receiving · +1.49 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.75 EPA/play
- 6 C. Lee · Green Bay Packers · Receiving · +0.98 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.98 EPA/play
- 7 D. Parker · Green Bay Packers · Rushing · +0.62 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.31 EPA/play
- 8 D. Parker · Green Bay Packers · Receiving · +0.42 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.42 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
K. Johnson — TB · Receiving
K. Johnson posted the highest total EPA (+4.32) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Tampa Bay Buccaneers's efficiency. Across 7 counted snaps, they averaged +0.62 EPA per play.
The signature play (+5.28 EPA) came from Green Bay Packers: (14:09) (Field Goal formation) M.Hasselbeck pass to B.Franks for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers — unlisted player
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers — unlisted player
- Green Bay Packers — unlisted player
Field goals
- Green Bay Packers — unlisted player
- Green Bay Packers — unlisted player
- Green Bay Packers — unlisted player
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers — unlisted player
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The second quarter: Tampa Bay Buccaneers won the period 14–3. Tampa Bay Buccaneers found the end zone from the GB 5 (Q2 42:40) — (12:40) S.King pass to K.Johnson for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. over middle; Tampa Bay Buccaneers added 1 points from the GB 2 (Q2 42:31) — M.Gramatica extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Unutoa, Holder-M.Royals.; Green Bay Packers connected on a field goal from the TB 34 (Q2 41:25) — (11:25) R.Longwell 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-R.Davis, Holder-M.Hasselbeck.; Tampa Bay Buccaneers found the end zone from the GB 19 (Q2 32:00) — (2:00) S.King pass to R.Anthony for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN. fade pattern right Play Challenged by Replay Official and Upheld.; Tampa Bay Buccaneers added 1 points from the GB 2 (Q2 31:53) — M.Gramatica extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Unutoa, Holder-M.Royals..
The third quarter: Green Bay Packers won the period 6–0. Green Bay Packers connected on a field goal from the TB 24 (Q3 23:44) — (8:44) R.Longwell 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-R.Davis, Holder-M.Hasselbeck.; Green Bay Packers connected on a field goal from the TB 27 (Q3 20:36) — (5:36) R.Longwell 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-R.Davis, Holder-M.Hasselbeck..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 6–6. Green Bay Packers found the end zone from the TB 27 (Q4 14:09) — (14:09) (Field Goal formation) M.Hasselbeck pass to B.Franks for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Tampa Bay Buccaneers connected on a field goal from the GB 36 (Q4 10:20) — (10:20) M.Gramatica 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Unutoa, Holder-M.Royals.; Tampa Bay Buccaneers connected on a field goal from the GB 33 (Q4 6:55) — (6:55) M.Gramatica 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Unutoa, Holder-M.Royals..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Green Bay Packers (Q1 60:00) — M.Gramatica kicks 63 yards from TB 30 to GB 7. A.Rossum ran ob at GB 29 for 22 yards (R.Abdullah).
- Green Bay Packers (Q4 14:09) — (14:09) (Field Goal formation) M.Hasselbeck pass to B.Franks for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Green Bay Packers (Q4 8:53) — (8:53) M.Hasselbeck pass to A.Green to GB 38 for 3 yards (D.Brooks). FUMBLES (D.Brooks), RECOVERED by TB-C.Ahanotu at GB 38. C.Ahanotu to GB 38 for no gain (A.Green).
- Green Bay Packers (Q4 1:55) — (1:55) M.Hasselbeck pass incomplete to B.Franks. slant left
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q4 11:53) — (11:53) (Shotgun) S.King scrambles right end to GB 38 for 14 yards (J.Thierry).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Green Bay Packers (Q4 14:09) — (14:09) (Field Goal formation) M.Hasselbeck pass to B.Franks for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Green Bay Packers (Q4 8:53) — (8:53) M.Hasselbeck pass to A.Green to GB 38 for 3 yards (D.Brooks). FUMBLES (D.Brooks), RECOVERED by TB-C.Ahanotu at GB 38. C.Ahanotu to GB 38 for no gain (A.Green).
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q2 32:00) — (2:00) S.King pass to R.Anthony for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN. fade pattern right Play Challenged by Replay Official and Upheld.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Q3 23:20) — (8:20) S.King pass intended for J.Green INTERCEPTED by A.Edwards at GB 44. A.Edwards to GB 48 for 4 yards (K.Johnson).
Quarterback report card
S.King led all passers in efficiency for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- S.King (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) · 31 dropbacks · 51.6% completion · -0.05 EPA/play · -1.62 total EPA
- B.Favre (Green Bay Packers) · 26 dropbacks · 53.8% completion · -0.03 EPA/play · -0.91 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Green Bay Packers | Tampa Bay Buccaneers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.025 | +0.004 |
| Offensive success rate | 41.4% | 41.5% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.156 | -0.052 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.016 | -0.131 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.004 | +0.025 |
| Defensive success rate | 58.5% | 58.6% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Green Bay Packers -0.03, Tampa Bay Buccaneers +0.00) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- Green Bay Packers: 12 drives, -2.16 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers: 13 drives, +0.33 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers 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.
- K. Johnson (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) 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.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers TD (+6) — Q2 42:40 · GB 5 · Score 0-6
(12:40) S.King pass to K.Johnson for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. over middle - Tampa Bay Buccaneers XP (+1) — Q2 42:31 · GB 2 · Score 0-7
M.Gramatica extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Unutoa, Holder-M.Royals. - Green Bay Packers FG (+3) — Q2 41:25 · TB 34 · Score 3-7
(11:25) R.Longwell 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-R.Davis, Holder-M.Hasselbeck. - Tampa Bay Buccaneers TD (+6) — Q2 32:00 · GB 19 · Score 3-13
(2:00) S.King pass to R.Anthony for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN. fade pattern right Play Challenged by Replay Official and Upheld. - Tampa Bay Buccaneers XP (+1) — Q2 31:53 · GB 2 · Score 3-14
M.Gramatica extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Unutoa, Holder-M.Royals. - Green Bay Packers FG (+3) — Q3 23:44 · TB 24 · Score 6-14
(8:44) R.Longwell 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-R.Davis, Holder-M.Hasselbeck. - Green Bay Packers FG (+3) — Q3 20:36 · TB 27 · Score 9-14
(5:36) R.Longwell 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-R.Davis, Holder-M.Hasselbeck. - Green Bay Packers TD (+6) — Q4 14:09 · TB 27 · Score 15-14
(14:09) (Field Goal formation) M.Hasselbeck pass to B.Franks for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Tampa Bay Buccaneers FG (+3) — Q4 10:20 · GB 36 · Score 15-17
(10:20) M.Gramatica 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Unutoa, Holder-M.Royals. - Tampa Bay Buccaneers FG (+3) — Q4 6:55 · GB 33 · Score 15-20
(6:55) M.Gramatica 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Unutoa, Holder-M.Royals.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Green Bay Packers vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Green Bay Packers 20-15 in Week 11, 2000 on 2000-11-12.
What was the final score of Green Bay Packers vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
The final score was Green Bay Packers 15, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 20 (GB 15-20 TB) in Week 11, 2000 on 2000-11-12.
What was the score by quarter in Green Bay Packers vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
Q2: Green Bay Packers 3, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 14; Q3: Green Bay Packers 6, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 0; Q4: Green Bay Packers 6, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 6; Final: Green Bay Packers 15, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 20.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Green Bay Packers vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
Tampa Bay Buccaneers touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 42:40) Tampa Bay Buccaneers touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 32:00) Green Bay Packers touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 14:09) Green Bay Packers field goal — unlisted player (Q2 41:25, 3 pts) Green Bay Packers field goal — unlisted player (Q3 23:44, 3 pts) Green Bay Packers field goal — unlisted player (Q3 20:36, 3 pts) Tampa Bay Buccaneers field goal — unlisted player (Q4 10:20, 3 pts) Tampa Bay Buccaneers field goal — unlisted player (Q4 6:55, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Green Bay Packers vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
S. King (Tampa Bay Buccaneers), 51.6% completion, -0.05 EPA per dropback, -1.62 total passing EPA. B. Favre (Green Bay Packers), 53.8% completion, -0.03 EPA per dropback, -0.91 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Green Bay Packers vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
K. Johnson (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) led the game in total EPA with +4.32 on receiving plays. across 7 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+5.28 EPA): (14:09) (Field Goal formation) M.Hasselbeck pass to B.Franks for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +43.5%.
Was Green Bay Packers vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers a close game?
Yes — the margin was 5 points. Tampa Bay Buccaneers won 20-15 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Green Bay Packers
Entered 4-5 Now 4-6 L
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Entered 5-4 Now 6-4 W
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