Game story
In Week 9 of the 1999 NFL season on 1999-11-07, the Indianapolis Colts took care of business against the Kansas City Chiefs, pulling away with a 25–17 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts) paced the passing game, with -0.87 total EPA.
On the individual side, E. Grbac (Kansas City Chiefs) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +8.55 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+55.2% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Indianapolis Colts changed the game: P.Stoyanovich kicks 55 yards from KC 30 to IND 15. T.Wilkins to IND 31 for 16 yards (M.Maslowski).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City Chiefs | 3 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Indianapolis Colts | 3 | 10 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 25 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 E. Grbac · Kansas City Chiefs · Passing · +8.55 total EPA · 33 snaps · +0.26 EPA/play
- 2 E. James · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +7.13 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.89 EPA/play
- 3 D. Bennett · Kansas City Chiefs · Rushing · +4.93 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.41 EPA/play
- 4 K. Lockett · Kansas City Chiefs · Receiving · +3.74 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.93 EPA/play
- 5 L. Johnson · Kansas City Chiefs · Receiving · +3.52 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.17 EPA/play
- 6 E. James · Indianapolis Colts · Rushing · +3.39 total EPA · 20 snaps · +0.17 EPA/play
- 7 T. Gonzalez · Kansas City Chiefs · Receiving · +2.70 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.54 EPA/play
- 8 D. Alexander · Kansas City Chiefs · Receiving · +2.55 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.42 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
E. Grbac — KC · Passing
E. Grbac posted the highest total EPA (+8.55) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Kansas City Chiefs's efficiency. Across 33 counted snaps, they averaged +0.26 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.48 EPA) came from Indianapolis Colts: (2:00) P.Manning pass intended for K.Dilger INTERCEPTED by C.McGlockton at KC 28. C.McGlockton to IND 42 for 30 yards. Lateral to R.Tongue to IND 35 for 7 yards. Penalty on IND, Offensive Holding, declined.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Kansas City Chiefs — unlisted player
- Indianapolis Colts — unlisted player
- Kansas City Chiefs — unlisted player
- Indianapolis Colts — unlisted player
Field goals
- Indianapolis Colts — unlisted player
- Kansas City Chiefs — unlisted player
- Indianapolis Colts — unlisted player
- Indianapolis Colts — unlisted player
- Indianapolis Colts — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the KC 30 (Q1 53:53) — (8:53) M.Vanderjagt 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh.; Kansas City Chiefs connected on a field goal from the IND 21 (Q1 51:58) — (6:58) P.Stoyanovich 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-R.Tamm, Holder-D.Pope..
The second quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 10–7. Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the KC 17 (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) M.Vanderjagt 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh.; Kansas City Chiefs found the end zone from the IND 23 (Q2 42:42) — (12:42) D.Bennett right end for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Kansas City Chiefs added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q2 38:51) — P.Stoyanovich extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Tamm, Holder-D.Pope.; Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the KC 30 (Q2 38:51) — (8:51) (Shotgun) P.Manning pass to E.James for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the KC 2 (Q2 35:45) — M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh..
The third quarter: Kansas City Chiefs won the period 7–3. Kansas City Chiefs found the end zone from the IND 18 (Q3 29:52) — (14:52) E.Grbac pass to K.Lockett for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Kansas City Chiefs added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q3 23:57) — P.Stoyanovich extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Tamm, Holder-D.Pope.; Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the KC 12 (Q3 23:57) — (8:57) M.Vanderjagt 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh..
The fourth quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 9–0. Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the KC 7 (Q4 10:49) — (10:49) P.Manning right end for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the KC 19 (Q4 1:14) — (1:14) M.Vanderjagt 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 60:00) — P.Stoyanovich kicks 55 yards from KC 30 to IND 15. T.Wilkins to IND 31 for 16 yards (M.Maslowski).
- Indianapolis Colts (Q2 32:00) — (2:00) P.Manning pass intended for K.Dilger INTERCEPTED by C.McGlockton at KC 28. C.McGlockton to IND 42 for 30 yards. Lateral to R.Tongue to IND 35 for 7 yards. Penalty on IND, Offensive Holding, dec
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 58:14) — (13:14) P.Manning up the middle to KC 5 for no gain. FUMBLES, RECOVERED by KC-M.Patton at KC 4. M.Patton to KC 4 for no gain (K.Dilger).
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 13:53) — (13:53) (Shotgun) P.Manning pass to E.James to KC 10 for 21 yards (R.George).
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) H.Smith punts 54 yards to KC 18, Center-B.Banta. L.Parker to IND 47 for 35 yards (T.Wooten). FUMBLES (T.Wooten), RECOVERED by IND-T.Wooten at IND 46. T.Wooten to IND 46 for no gain (G.Manusky)
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q2 32:00) — (2:00) P.Manning pass intended for K.Dilger INTERCEPTED by C.McGlockton at KC 28. C.McGlockton to IND 42 for 30 yards. Lateral to R.Tongue to IND 35 for 7 yards. Penalty on IND, Offensive Holding, dec
- Kansas City Chiefs (Q2 42:42) — (12:42) D.Bennett right end for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 58:14) — (13:14) P.Manning up the middle to KC 5 for no gain. FUMBLES, RECOVERED by KC-M.Patton at KC 4. M.Patton to KC 4 for no gain (K.Dilger).
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) H.Smith punts 54 yards to KC 18, Center-B.Banta. L.Parker to IND 47 for 35 yards (T.Wooten). FUMBLES (T.Wooten), RECOVERED by IND-T.Wooten at IND 46. T.Wooten to IND 46 for no gain (G.Manusky)
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) · 37 dropbacks · 56.8% completion · -0.02 EPA/play · -0.87 total EPA
- E.Grbac (Kansas City Chiefs) · 33 dropbacks · 54.5% completion · +0.26 EPA/play · +8.55 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Kansas City Chiefs | Indianapolis Colts |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.057 | +0.126 |
| Offensive success rate | 41.9% | 41.6% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.216 | -0.025 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.072 | +0.066 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.126 | -0.057 |
| Defensive success rate | 58.4% | 58.1% |
By the numbers
Indianapolis Colts held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.13 vs +0.06), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Indianapolis Colts: 11 drives, +11.22 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
- Kansas City Chiefs: 10 drives, +4.92 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Indianapolis Colts leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- E. Grbac (Kansas City Chiefs) 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.
- Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q1 53:53 · KC 30 · Score 0-3
(8:53) M.Vanderjagt 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh. - Kansas City Chiefs FG (+3) — Q1 51:58 · IND 21 · Score 3-3
(6:58) P.Stoyanovich 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-R.Tamm, Holder-D.Pope. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q2 45:00 · KC 17 · Score 3-6
(15:00) M.Vanderjagt 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh. - Kansas City Chiefs TD (+6) — Q2 42:42 · IND 23 · Score 9-6
(12:42) D.Bennett right end for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Kansas City Chiefs XP (+1) — Q2 38:51 · IND 2 · Score 10-6
P.Stoyanovich extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Tamm, Holder-D.Pope. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q2 38:51 · KC 30 · Score 10-12
(8:51) (Shotgun) P.Manning pass to E.James for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q2 35:45 · KC 2 · Score 10-13
M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh. - Kansas City Chiefs TD (+6) — Q3 29:52 · IND 18 · Score 16-13
(14:52) E.Grbac pass to K.Lockett for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Kansas City Chiefs XP (+1) — Q3 23:57 · IND 2 · Score 17-13
P.Stoyanovich extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Tamm, Holder-D.Pope. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q3 23:57 · KC 12 · Score 17-16
(8:57) M.Vanderjagt 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q4 10:49 · KC 7 · Score 17-22
(10:49) P.Manning right end for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q4 1:14 · KC 19 · Score 17-25
(1:14) M.Vanderjagt 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-B.Banta, Holder-S.Walsh.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Kansas City Chiefs vs Indianapolis Colts?
The Indianapolis Colts beat the Kansas City Chiefs 25-17 in Week 9, 1999 on 1999-11-07.
What was the final score of Kansas City Chiefs vs Indianapolis Colts?
The final score was Kansas City Chiefs 17, Indianapolis Colts 25 (KC 17-25 IND) in Week 9, 1999 on 1999-11-07.
What was the score by quarter in Kansas City Chiefs vs Indianapolis Colts?
Q1: Kansas City Chiefs 3, Indianapolis Colts 3; Q2: Kansas City Chiefs 7, Indianapolis Colts 10; Q3: Kansas City Chiefs 7, Indianapolis Colts 3; Q4: Kansas City Chiefs 0, Indianapolis Colts 9; Final: Kansas City Chiefs 17, Indianapolis Colts 25.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Kansas City Chiefs vs Indianapolis Colts?
Kansas City Chiefs touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 42:42) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 38:51) Kansas City Chiefs touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 29:52) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 10:49) Indianapolis Colts field goal — unlisted player (Q1 53:53, 3 pts) Kansas City Chiefs field goal — unlisted player (Q1 51:58, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — unlisted player (Q2 45:00, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — unlisted player (Q3 23:57, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — unlisted player (Q4 1:14, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Kansas City Chiefs vs Indianapolis Colts?
P. Manning (Indianapolis Colts), 56.8% completion, -0.02 EPA per dropback, -0.87 total passing EPA. E. Grbac (Kansas City Chiefs), 54.5% completion, +0.26 EPA per dropback, +8.55 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Kansas City Chiefs vs Indianapolis Colts?
E. Grbac (Kansas City Chiefs) led the game in total EPA with +8.55 on passing plays. across 33 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.48 EPA): (2:00) P.Manning pass intended for K.Dilger INTERCEPTED by C.McGlockton at KC 28. C.McGlockton to IND 42 for 30 yards. Lateral to R.Tongue to IND 35 for 7 yards. Penalty on IND, Of. The biggest win-probability swing was +55.2%.
Season records after this game
Kansas City Chiefs
Entered 5-2 Now 5-3 L
Indianapolis Colts
Entered 5-2 Now 6-2 W
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