Game story
In Week 11 of the 2006 NFL season on 2006-11-19, the Dallas Cowboys took care of business against the Indianapolis Colts, pulling away with a 21–14 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts) paced the passing game, with -8.22 total EPA, and -1.7% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, R. Wayne (Indianapolis Colts) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +13.22 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-23.9% win probability) landed in the third quarter when Indianapolis Colts changed the game: (14:23) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short left intended for 88-M.Harrison INTERCEPTED by 57-K.Burnett (26-A.Glenn) at IND 39. 57-K.Burnett for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The interception is Burnett's first
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis Colts | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Dallas Cowboys | 0 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 R. Wayne · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +13.22 total EPA · 7 snaps · +1.89 EPA/play
- 2 T. Glenn · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +5.84 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.97 EPA/play
- 3 T. Owens · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +5.35 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.34 EPA/play
- 4 T. Romo · Dallas Cowboys · Passing · +4.75 total EPA · 25 snaps · +0.19 EPA/play
- 5 J. Jones · Dallas Cowboys · Receiving · +2.58 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.86 EPA/play
- 6 M. Harrison · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +2.29 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.38 EPA/play
- 7 B. Utecht · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +2.24 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.12 EPA/play
- 8 D. Clark · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +1.29 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.29 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
R. Wayne — IND · Receiving
R. Wayne posted the highest total EPA (+13.22) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Indianapolis Colts's efficiency. Across 7 counted snaps, they averaged +1.89 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.73 EPA) came from Indianapolis Colts: (14:23) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short left intended for 88-M.Harrison INTERCEPTED by 57-K.Burnett (26-A.Glenn) at IND 39. 57-K.Burnett for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The interception is Burnett's first career interception.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Indianapolis Colts — R. Wayne (P. Manning pass)
- Dallas Cowboys — K. Burnett
- Indianapolis Colts — D. Clark (P. Manning pass)
- Dallas Cowboys — M. Barber
- Dallas Cowboys — M. Barber
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The second quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 7–0. Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the DAL 23 (Q2 30:16) — (:16) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass deep left to 87-R.Wayne for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the DAL 2 (Q2 30:10) — 4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith..
The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the DAL 69 (Q3 29:23); Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q3 29:09) — 13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-91-L.Ladouceur, Holder-9-T.Romo.; Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the DAL 4 (Q3 20:14) — (5:14) 18-P.Manning pass short left to 44-D.Clark for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the DAL 2 (Q3 20:09) — 4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith..
The fourth quarter: Dallas Cowboys won the period 14–0. Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the IND 5 (Q4 11:40) — (11:40) 24-M.Barber left tackle for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q4 11:36) — 13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-91-L.Ladouceur, Holder-9-T.Romo.; Dallas Cowboys found the end zone from the IND 1 (Q4 6:04) — (6:04) 24-M.Barber right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Dallas Cowboys added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q4 6:00) — 13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-91-L.Ladouceur, Holder-9-T.Romo..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q3 29:23) — (14:23) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short left intended for 88-M.Harrison INTERCEPTED by 57-K.Burnett (26-A.Glenn) at IND 39. 57-K.Burnett for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The interception is Burnett's first
- Indianapolis Colts (Q2 30:16) — (:16) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass deep left to 87-R.Wayne for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q4 11:40) — (11:40) 24-M.Barber left tackle for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Dallas Cowboys (Q4 6:56) — (6:56) 9-T.Romo pass short left to 21-J.Jones to IND 1 for 15 yards (59-C.June). Screen pass left side.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 3:05) — (3:05) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass incomplete. Pass thrown incomplete back of the end zone left side.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q3 29:23) — (14:23) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short left intended for 88-M.Harrison INTERCEPTED by 57-K.Burnett (26-A.Glenn) at IND 39. 57-K.Burnett for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The interception is Burnett's first
- Indianapolis Colts (Q2 30:16) — (:16) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass deep left to 87-R.Wayne for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 49:24) — (4:24) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning sacked at IND 47 for -7 yards (90-J.Ratliff). FUMBLES (90-J.Ratliff), RECOVERED by DAL-56-B.James at DAL 43. Play Challenged by IND and Upheld. (Timeout #1 by IND at 04:1
- Indianapolis Colts (Q2 38:02) — (8:02) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short middle intended for 44-D.Clark INTERCEPTED by 31-R.Williams at DAL 1. 31-R.Williams to DAL 7 for 6 yards (57-D.Gandy).
Quarterback report card
P.Manning led all passers in efficiency for Indianapolis Colts, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- P.Manning (Indianapolis Colts) · 42 dropbacks · 47.6% completion · -1.7% CPOE · -0.20 EPA/play · -8.22 total EPA
- T.Romo (Dallas Cowboys) · 25 dropbacks · 76.0% completion · +19.0% CPOE · +0.19 EPA/play · +4.75 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Indianapolis Colts | Dallas Cowboys |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.076 | +0.007 |
| Offensive success rate | 46.8% | 50.6% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.196 | +0.190 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.058 | -0.020 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.007 | +0.076 |
| Defensive success rate | 49.4% | 53.2% |
By the numbers
Dallas Cowboys held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.01 vs -0.08), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Dallas Cowboys: 11 drives, +0.56 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Indianapolis Colts: 10 drives, -5.84 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Dallas Cowboys 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. Wayne (Indianapolis Colts) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- T. Romo (DAL) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q2 30:16 · DAL 23 · Score 6-0
(:16) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass deep left to 87-R.Wayne for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q2 30:10 · DAL 2 · Score 7-0
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q3 29:23 · DAL 69 · Score 7-6
(14:23) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short left intended for 88-M.Harrison INTERCEPTED by 57-K.Burnett (26-A.Glenn) at IND 39. 57-K.Burnett for 39 yards, TOUCHDO - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q3 29:09 · IND 2 · Score 7-7
13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-91-L.Ladouceur, Holder-9-T.Romo. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q3 20:14 · DAL 4 · Score 13-7
(5:14) 18-P.Manning pass short left to 44-D.Clark for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q3 20:09 · DAL 2 · Score 14-7
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q4 11:40 · IND 5 · Score 14-13
(11:40) 24-M.Barber left tackle for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q4 11:36 · IND 2 · Score 14-14
13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-91-L.Ladouceur, Holder-9-T.Romo. - Dallas Cowboys TD (+6) — Q4 6:04 · IND 1 · Score 14-20
(6:04) 24-M.Barber right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Dallas Cowboys XP (+1) — Q4 6:00 · IND 2 · Score 14-21
13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-91-L.Ladouceur, Holder-9-T.Romo.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Indianapolis Colts vs Dallas Cowboys?
The Dallas Cowboys beat the Indianapolis Colts 21-14 in Week 11, 2006 on 2006-11-19.
What was the final score of Indianapolis Colts vs Dallas Cowboys?
The final score was Indianapolis Colts 14, Dallas Cowboys 21 (IND 14-21 DAL) in Week 11, 2006 on 2006-11-19.
What was the score by quarter in Indianapolis Colts vs Dallas Cowboys?
Q2: Indianapolis Colts 7, Dallas Cowboys 0; Q3: Indianapolis Colts 7, Dallas Cowboys 7; Q4: Indianapolis Colts 0, Dallas Cowboys 14; Final: Indianapolis Colts 14, Dallas Cowboys 21.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Indianapolis Colts vs Dallas Cowboys?
Indianapolis Colts touchdown — R. Wayne (P. Manning pass) (Q2 30:16) Dallas Cowboys touchdown — K. Burnett (Q3 29:23) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — D. Clark (P. Manning pass) (Q3 20:14) Dallas Cowboys touchdown — M. Barber (Q4 11:40) Dallas Cowboys touchdown — M. Barber (Q4 6:04) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Indianapolis Colts vs Dallas Cowboys?
P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts), 47.6% completion, -1.7% CPOE, -0.20 EPA per dropback, -8.22 total passing EPA. T. Romo (Dallas Cowboys), 76.0% completion, +19.0% CPOE, +0.19 EPA per dropback, +4.75 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Indianapolis Colts vs Dallas Cowboys?
R. Wayne (Indianapolis Colts) led the game in total EPA with +13.22 on receiving plays. across 7 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.73 EPA): (14:23) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass short left intended for 88-M.Harrison INTERCEPTED by 57-K.Burnett (26-A.Glenn) at IND 39. 57-K.Burnett for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The interception. The biggest win-probability swing was -23.9%.
Was Indianapolis Colts vs Dallas Cowboys a close game?
Yes — the margin was 7 points. Dallas Cowboys won 21-14 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Indianapolis Colts
Entered 9-0 Now 9-1 L
Dallas Cowboys
Entered 5-4 Now 6-4 W
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