Game story
In Week 16 of the 2000 NFL season on 2000-12-17, the Cincinnati Bengals took care of business against the Jacksonville Jaguars, pulling away with a 17–14 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
M. Brunell (Jacksonville Jaguars) paced the passing game, with +1.22 total EPA.
On the individual side, D. Farmer (Cincinnati Bengals) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +8.12 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-69.4% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Cincinnati Bengals changed the game: (:23) C.Dillon left guard to JAX 9 for -1 yards (G.Walker).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Jaguars | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Cincinnati Bengals | 0 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 D. Farmer · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +8.12 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.35 EPA/play
- 2 J. Smith · Jacksonville Jaguars · Receiving · +3.92 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.36 EPA/play
- 3 S. Mitchell · Cincinnati Bengals · Passing · +3.08 total EPA · 29 snaps · +0.11 EPA/play
- 4 N. Luchey · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +2.00 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.67 EPA/play
- 5 K. McCardell · Jacksonville Jaguars · Receiving · +1.93 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.32 EPA/play
- 6 M. Brunell · Jacksonville Jaguars · Passing · +1.22 total EPA · 31 snaps · +0.04 EPA/play
- 7 F. Taylor · Jacksonville Jaguars · Receiving · +0.73 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.37 EPA/play
- 8 C. Yeast · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · -0.29 total EPA · 1 snaps · -0.29 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
D. Farmer — CIN · Receiving
D. Farmer posted the highest total EPA (+8.12) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Cincinnati Bengals's efficiency. Across 6 counted snaps, they averaged +1.35 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.76 EPA) came from Cincinnati Bengals: (:23) C.Dillon left guard to JAX 9 for -1 yards (G.Walker).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Jacksonville Jaguars — unlisted player
- Cincinnati Bengals — unlisted player
- Jacksonville Jaguars — unlisted player
- Cincinnati Bengals — unlisted player
Field goals
- Cincinnati Bengals — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The second quarter: Jacksonville Jaguars won the period 7–0. Jacksonville Jaguars found the end zone from the CIN 3 (Q2 30:32); Jacksonville Jaguars added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q2 30:27) — M.Hollis extra point is GOOD, Center-Q.Neujahr, Holder-B.Barker..
The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the CIN 54 (Q3 26:24); Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the JAX 2 (Q3 25:57) — N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope.; Jacksonville Jaguars found the end zone from the CIN 5 (Q3 20:01) — (5:01) F.Taylor right guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Jacksonville Jaguars added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q3 19:57) — M.Hollis extra point is GOOD, Center-Q.Neujahr, Holder-B.Barker..
The fourth quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 10–0. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the JAX 12 (Q4 1:24) — (1:24) (Shotgun) S.Mitchell scrambles for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the JAX 2 (Q4 1:15) — N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope.; Cincinnati Bengals connected on a field goal from the JAX 9 (Q4 0:03) — (:03) N.Rackers 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q4 0:23) — (:23) C.Dillon left guard to JAX 9 for -1 yards (G.Walker).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 60:00) — J.Tarle kicks 50 yards from JAX 30 to CIN 20. D.Griffin to CIN 35 for 15 yards (T.Slaughter).
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q4 1:15) — N.Rackers kicks 51 yards from CIN 30 to JAX 19. S.Stith to JAX 34 for 15 yards (T.Mack). FUMBLES (T.Mack), RECOVERED by CIN-C.Curtis at JAX 34. C.Curtis to JAX 34 for no gain (S.Stith).
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q3 26:24) — (11:24) B.Barker punts 36 yards to CIN 18, Center-R.Griffith. P.Warrick for 82 yards, TOUCHDOWN. CIN #80 Warrick began return to left, reversed to right, reversed again to left.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q4 1:24) — (1:24) (Shotgun) S.Mitchell scrambles for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q4 0:23) — (:23) C.Dillon left guard to JAX 9 for -1 yards (G.Walker).
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q3 26:24) — (11:24) B.Barker punts 36 yards to CIN 18, Center-R.Griffith. P.Warrick for 82 yards, TOUCHDOWN. CIN #80 Warrick began return to left, reversed to right, reversed again to left.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q3 19:21) — (4:21) S.Mitchell pass intended for P.Warrick INTERCEPTED by M.Logan at CIN 49. M.Logan to CIN 35 for 14 yards (C.Dillon).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 32:04) — (2:04) C.Dillon to CIN 42 for no gain (K.Hardy). FUMBLES (K.Hardy), RECOVERED by JAX-K.Hardy at CIN 35. K.Hardy to CIN 33 for 2 yards (J.Jackson).
Quarterback report card
M.Brunell led all passers in efficiency for Jacksonville Jaguars, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- M.Brunell (Jacksonville Jaguars) · 31 dropbacks · 61.3% completion · +0.04 EPA/play · +1.22 total EPA
- S.Mitchell (Cincinnati Bengals) · 29 dropbacks · 34.5% completion · +0.11 EPA/play · +3.08 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Jacksonville Jaguars | Cincinnati Bengals |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.115 | -0.176 |
| Offensive success rate | 39.5% | 32.9% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.040 | +0.106 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.054 | -0.624 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.176 | +0.115 |
| Defensive success rate | 67.1% | 60.5% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Jacksonville Jaguars generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.12 vs -0.18), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Cincinnati Bengals: 13 drives, -13.36 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Jacksonville Jaguars: 12 drives, -9.91 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Cincinnati Bengals 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.
- D. Farmer (Cincinnati Bengals) 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.
- Jacksonville Jaguars TD (+6) — Q2 30:32 · CIN 3 · Score 6-0
(:32) M.Brunell pass to J.Smith ran ob at CIN 1 for 2 yards (M.Roman). Play Challenged by Replay Official and REVERSED. M.Brunell pass to J.Smith for 3 yards, T - Jacksonville Jaguars XP (+1) — Q2 30:27 · CIN 2 · Score 7-0
M.Hollis extra point is GOOD, Center-Q.Neujahr, Holder-B.Barker. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q3 26:24 · CIN 54 · Score 7-6
(11:24) B.Barker punts 36 yards to CIN 18, Center-R.Griffith. P.Warrick for 82 yards, TOUCHDOWN. CIN #80 Warrick began return to left, reversed to right, revers - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q3 25:57 · JAX 2 · Score 7-7
N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope. - Jacksonville Jaguars TD (+6) — Q3 20:01 · CIN 5 · Score 13-7
(5:01) F.Taylor right guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Jacksonville Jaguars XP (+1) — Q3 19:57 · CIN 2 · Score 14-7
M.Hollis extra point is GOOD, Center-Q.Neujahr, Holder-B.Barker. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q4 1:24 · JAX 12 · Score 14-13
(1:24) (Shotgun) S.Mitchell scrambles for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q4 1:15 · JAX 2 · Score 14-14
N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope. - Cincinnati Bengals FG (+3) — Q4 0:03 · JAX 9 · Score 14-17
(:03) N.Rackers 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.St. Louis, Holder-D.Pope.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Jacksonville Jaguars vs Cincinnati Bengals?
The Cincinnati Bengals beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 17-14 in Week 16, 2000 on 2000-12-17.
What was the final score of Jacksonville Jaguars vs Cincinnati Bengals?
The final score was Jacksonville Jaguars 14, Cincinnati Bengals 17 (JAX 14-17 CIN) in Week 16, 2000 on 2000-12-17.
What was the score by quarter in Jacksonville Jaguars vs Cincinnati Bengals?
Q2: Jacksonville Jaguars 7, Cincinnati Bengals 0; Q3: Jacksonville Jaguars 7, Cincinnati Bengals 7; Q4: Jacksonville Jaguars 0, Cincinnati Bengals 10; Final: Jacksonville Jaguars 14, Cincinnati Bengals 17.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Jacksonville Jaguars vs Cincinnati Bengals?
Jacksonville Jaguars touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 30:32) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 26:24) Jacksonville Jaguars touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 20:01) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 1:24) Cincinnati Bengals field goal — unlisted player (Q4 0:03, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Jacksonville Jaguars vs Cincinnati Bengals?
M. Brunell (Jacksonville Jaguars), 61.3% completion, +0.04 EPA per dropback, +1.22 total passing EPA. S. Mitchell (Cincinnati Bengals), 34.5% completion, +0.11 EPA per dropback, +3.08 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Jacksonville Jaguars vs Cincinnati Bengals?
D. Farmer (Cincinnati Bengals) led the game in total EPA with +8.12 on receiving plays. across 6 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.76 EPA): (:23) C.Dillon left guard to JAX 9 for -1 yards (G.Walker).. The biggest win-probability swing was -69.4%.
Was Jacksonville Jaguars vs Cincinnati Bengals a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Cincinnati Bengals won 17-14 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Jacksonville Jaguars
Entered 7-7 Now 7-8 L
Cincinnati Bengals
Entered 3-11 Now 4-11 W
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