Game story
In Week 15 of the 2001 NFL season on 2001-12-23, the Jacksonville Jaguars took care of business against the Minnesota Vikings, pulling away with a 33–3 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
S. Wynn (Minnesota Vikings) paced the passing game, with -5.00 total EPA.
On the individual side, M. Brunell (Jacksonville Jaguars) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +11.58 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+10.1% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Minnesota Vikings changed the game: (4:46) 3-S.Wynn pass to 84-R.Moss to JAX 30 for 12 yards (26-A.Battles).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Jaguars | 10 | 6 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 33 |
| Minnesota Vikings | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 M. Brunell · Jacksonville Jaguars · Passing · +11.58 total EPA · 25 snaps · +0.46 EPA/play
- 2 J. Smith · Jacksonville Jaguars · Receiving · +11.12 total EPA · 9 snaps · +1.24 EPA/play
- 3 S. Mack · Jacksonville Jaguars · Rushing · +4.28 total EPA · 27 snaps · +0.16 EPA/play
- 4 K. McCardell · Jacksonville Jaguars · Receiving · +3.71 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.62 EPA/play
- 5 E. Joseph · Jacksonville Jaguars · Rushing · +3.51 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.44 EPA/play
- 6 H. Morrow · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +2.49 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.25 EPA/play
- 7 B. Chamberlain · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +1.88 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.27 EPA/play
- 8 C. Carter · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +1.25 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.10 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
M. Brunell — JAX · Passing
M. Brunell posted the highest total EPA (+11.58) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Jacksonville Jaguars's efficiency. Across 25 counted snaps, they averaged +0.46 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.58 EPA) came from Minnesota Vikings: (14:20) (Shotgun) 3-S.Wynn sacked at MIN 23 for -10 yards (96-G.Walker). FUMBLES (96-G.Walker), RECOVERED by JAX-96-G.Walker at MIN 21. 96-G.Walker to MIN 18 for 3 yards (62-E.Lindsay).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Jacksonville Jaguars — S. Mack
- Jacksonville Jaguars — K. McCardell (M. Brunell pass)
- Jacksonville Jaguars — S. Mack
Field goals
- Jacksonville Jaguars — M. Hollis
- Jacksonville Jaguars — M. Hollis
- Jacksonville Jaguars — M. Hollis
- Minnesota Vikings — G. Anderson
- Jacksonville Jaguars — M. Hollis
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Jacksonville Jaguars won the period 10–0. Jacksonville Jaguars connected on a field goal from the MIN 21 (Q1 56:08) — (11:08) 1-M.Hollis 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-83-J.Zelenka, Holder-2-C.Hanson.; Jacksonville Jaguars found the end zone from the MIN 3 (Q1 53:46) — (8:46) 34-S.Mack up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Jacksonville Jaguars added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q1 53:42) — 1-M.Hollis extra point is GOOD, Center-83-J.Zelenka, Holder-2-C.Hanson..
The second quarter: Jacksonville Jaguars won the period 6–3. Jacksonville Jaguars connected on a field goal from the MIN 5 (Q2 41:18) — (11:18) 1-M.Hollis 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-83-J.Zelenka, Holder-2-C.Hanson.; Jacksonville Jaguars connected on a field goal from the MIN 3 (Q2 34:58) — (4:58) 1-M.Hollis 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-83-J.Zelenka, Holder-2-C.Hanson.; Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the JAX 14 (Q2 30:03) — (:03) 1-G.Anderson 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-43-B.Heffner-Liddiard, Holder-12-L.Johnson..
The third quarter: Jacksonville Jaguars won the period 7–0. Jacksonville Jaguars found the end zone from the MIN 10 (Q3 15:44) — (:44) (Shotgun) 8-M.Brunell pass to 87-K.McCardell for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Jacksonville Jaguars added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q3 15:40) — 1-M.Hollis extra point is GOOD, Center-83-J.Zelenka, Holder-2-C.Hanson..
The fourth quarter: Jacksonville Jaguars won the period 10–0. Jacksonville Jaguars connected on a field goal from the MIN 3 (Q4 12:13) — (12:13) 1-M.Hollis 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-83-J.Zelenka, Holder-2-C.Hanson.; Jacksonville Jaguars found the end zone from the MIN 2 (Q4 2:17) — (2:17) 34-S.Mack right guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Jacksonville Jaguars added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q4 2:12) — 1-M.Hollis extra point is GOOD, Center-83-J.Zelenka, Holder-2-C.Hanson..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q1 49:46) — (4:46) 3-S.Wynn pass to 84-R.Moss to JAX 30 for 12 yards (26-A.Battles).
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q1 58:33) — (13:33) 35-E.Joseph left guard to MIN 29 for 27 yards (28-R.Tate).
- Minnesota Vikings (Q1 46:50) — (1:50) 12-L.Johnson punts 30 yards to JAX 20, Center-43-B.Heffner-Liddiard, out of bounds.
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) (Shotgun) 8-M.Brunell pass to 82-J.Smith pushed ob at MIN 22 for 34 yards (28-R.Tate).
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q1 59:13) — (14:13) 8-M.Brunell pass to 82-J.Smith to JAX 44 for 18 yards (24-R.Griffith; 25-E.Kelly).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 14:20) — (14:20) (Shotgun) 3-S.Wynn sacked at MIN 23 for -10 yards (96-G.Walker). FUMBLES (96-G.Walker), RECOVERED by JAX-96-G.Walker at MIN 21. 96-G.Walker to MIN 18 for 3 yards (62-E.Lindsay).
- Minnesota Vikings (Q1 49:46) — (4:46) 3-S.Wynn pass to 84-R.Moss to JAX 30 for 12 yards (26-A.Battles).
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) (Shotgun) 8-M.Brunell pass to 82-J.Smith pushed ob at MIN 22 for 34 yards (28-R.Tate).
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q3 15:44) — (:44) (Shotgun) 8-M.Brunell pass to 87-K.McCardell for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
S.Wynn led all passers in efficiency for Minnesota Vikings, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- S.Wynn (Minnesota Vikings) · 48 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · -0.10 EPA/play · -5.00 total EPA
- M.Brunell (Jacksonville Jaguars) · 25 dropbacks · 68.0% completion · +0.46 EPA/play · +11.58 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Jacksonville Jaguars | Minnesota Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.309 | -0.184 |
| Offensive success rate | 58.9% | 42.5% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.463 | -0.151 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.242 | -0.570 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.184 | -0.309 |
| Defensive success rate | 57.5% | 41.1% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Jacksonville Jaguars generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.31 vs -0.18), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Jacksonville Jaguars: 9 drives, +22.56 total EPA, 7 scoring drives
- Minnesota Vikings: 9 drives, -14.69 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Jacksonville Jaguars leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- M. Brunell (Jacksonville Jaguars) 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 FG (+3) — Q1 56:08 · MIN 21 · Score 3-0
(11:08) 1-M.Hollis 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-83-J.Zelenka, Holder-2-C.Hanson. - Jacksonville Jaguars TD (+6) — Q1 53:46 · MIN 3 · Score 9-0
(8:46) 34-S.Mack up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Jacksonville Jaguars XP (+1) — Q1 53:42 · MIN 2 · Score 10-0
1-M.Hollis extra point is GOOD, Center-83-J.Zelenka, Holder-2-C.Hanson. - Jacksonville Jaguars FG (+3) — Q2 41:18 · MIN 5 · Score 13-0
(11:18) 1-M.Hollis 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-83-J.Zelenka, Holder-2-C.Hanson. - Jacksonville Jaguars FG (+3) — Q2 34:58 · MIN 3 · Score 16-0
(4:58) 1-M.Hollis 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-83-J.Zelenka, Holder-2-C.Hanson. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q2 30:03 · JAX 14 · Score 16-3
(:03) 1-G.Anderson 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-43-B.Heffner-Liddiard, Holder-12-L.Johnson. - Jacksonville Jaguars TD (+6) — Q3 15:44 · MIN 10 · Score 22-3
(:44) (Shotgun) 8-M.Brunell pass to 87-K.McCardell for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Jacksonville Jaguars XP (+1) — Q3 15:40 · MIN 2 · Score 23-3
1-M.Hollis extra point is GOOD, Center-83-J.Zelenka, Holder-2-C.Hanson. - Jacksonville Jaguars FG (+3) — Q4 12:13 · MIN 3 · Score 26-3
(12:13) 1-M.Hollis 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-83-J.Zelenka, Holder-2-C.Hanson. - Jacksonville Jaguars TD (+6) — Q4 2:17 · MIN 2 · Score 32-3
(2:17) 34-S.Mack right guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Jacksonville Jaguars XP (+1) — Q4 2:12 · MIN 2 · Score 33-3
1-M.Hollis extra point is GOOD, Center-83-J.Zelenka, Holder-2-C.Hanson.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Jacksonville Jaguars vs Minnesota Vikings?
The Jacksonville Jaguars beat the Minnesota Vikings 33-3 in Week 15, 2001 on 2001-12-23.
What was the final score of Jacksonville Jaguars vs Minnesota Vikings?
The final score was Jacksonville Jaguars 33, Minnesota Vikings 3 (JAX 33-3 MIN) in Week 15, 2001 on 2001-12-23.
What was the score by quarter in Jacksonville Jaguars vs Minnesota Vikings?
Q1: Jacksonville Jaguars 10, Minnesota Vikings 0; Q2: Jacksonville Jaguars 6, Minnesota Vikings 3; Q3: Jacksonville Jaguars 7, Minnesota Vikings 0; Q4: Jacksonville Jaguars 10, Minnesota Vikings 0; Final: Jacksonville Jaguars 33, Minnesota Vikings 3.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Jacksonville Jaguars vs Minnesota Vikings?
Jacksonville Jaguars touchdown — S. Mack (Q1 53:46) Jacksonville Jaguars touchdown — K. McCardell (M. Brunell pass) (Q3 15:44) Jacksonville Jaguars touchdown — S. Mack (Q4 2:17) Jacksonville Jaguars field goal — M. Hollis (Q1 56:08, 3 pts) Jacksonville Jaguars field goal — M. Hollis (Q2 41:18, 3 pts) Jacksonville Jaguars field goal — M. Hollis (Q2 34:58, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — G. Anderson (Q2 30:03, 3 pts) Jacksonville Jaguars field goal — M. Hollis (Q4 12:13, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Jacksonville Jaguars vs Minnesota Vikings?
S. Wynn (Minnesota Vikings), 50.0% completion, -0.10 EPA per dropback, -5.00 total passing EPA. M. Brunell (Jacksonville Jaguars), 68.0% completion, +0.46 EPA per dropback, +11.58 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Jacksonville Jaguars vs Minnesota Vikings?
M. Brunell (Jacksonville Jaguars) led the game in total EPA with +11.58 on passing plays. across 25 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.58 EPA): (14:20) (Shotgun) 3-S.Wynn sacked at MIN 23 for -10 yards (96-G.Walker). FUMBLES (96-G.Walker), RECOVERED by JAX-96-G.Walker at MIN 21. 96-G.Walker to MIN 18 for 3 yards (62-E.Lind. The biggest win-probability swing was +10.1%.
Season records after this game
Jacksonville Jaguars
Entered 5-8 Now 6-8 W
Minnesota Vikings
Entered 5-8 Now 5-9 L
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