Game story
In Week 16 of the 1999 NFL season on 1999-12-26, the Seattle Seahawks took care of business against the Kansas City Chiefs, pulling away with a 23–14 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
E. Grbac (Kansas City Chiefs) paced the passing game, with -10.07 total EPA.
On the individual side, C. Fauria (Seattle Seahawks) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +4.39 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+54.7% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Seattle Seahawks changed the game: J.Baker kicks 60 yards from KC 30 to SEA 10. A.Green to SEA 22 for 12 yards (L.Johnson, G.Manusky).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City Chiefs | 0 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Seattle Seahawks | 10 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 C. Fauria · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +4.39 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.73 EPA/play
- 2 T. Gonzalez · Kansas City Chiefs · Receiving · +3.27 total EPA · 14 snaps · +0.23 EPA/play
- 3 S. Dawkins · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +2.97 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.37 EPA/play
- 4 D. Mayes · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +2.57 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.29 EPA/play
- 5 J. Kitna · Seattle Seahawks · Passing · +2.26 total EPA · 35 snaps · +0.06 EPA/play
- 6 L. Johnson · Kansas City Chiefs · Receiving · +1.97 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.39 EPA/play
- 7 R. Brown · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +1.38 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.46 EPA/play
- 8 B. Morris · Kansas City Chiefs · Rushing · +0.63 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.10 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
C. Fauria — SEA · Receiving
C. Fauria posted the highest total EPA (+4.39) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Seattle Seahawks's efficiency. Across 6 counted snaps, they averaged +0.73 EPA per play.
The signature play (+7.67 EPA) came from Kansas City Chiefs: (9:35) E.Grbac pass to J.Horn for 76 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Seattle Seahawks — unlisted player
- Seattle Seahawks — unlisted player
- Kansas City Chiefs — unlisted player
- Kansas City Chiefs — unlisted player
Field goals
- Seattle Seahawks — unlisted player
- Seattle Seahawks — unlisted player
- Seattle Seahawks — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 10–0. Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the KC 14 (Q1 60:00) — (15:00) T.Peterson 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Rodenhauser, Holder-J.Feagles.; Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the KC 20 (Q1 48:08) — (3:08) J.Kitna pass to S.Dawkins for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on KC-C.Dishman, Defensive Holding, declined.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the KC 2 (Q1 47:39) — T.Peterson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Rodenhauser, Holder-J.Feagles..
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the KC 9 (Q2 39:17) — (9:17) J.Kitna pass to D.Mayes for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the KC 2 (Q2 36:23) — T.Peterson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Rodenhauser, Holder-J.Feagles.; Kansas City Chiefs found the end zone from the SEA 4 (Q2 31:20) — (1:20) E.Grbac pass to L.Johnson for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Kansas City Chiefs added 1 points from the SEA 2 (Q2 31:14) — P.Stoyanovich extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Tamm, Holder-D.Pope..
The third quarter: Kansas City Chiefs won the period 7–6. Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the KC 4 (Q3 26:30) — (11:30) T.Peterson 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Rodenhauser, Holder-J.Feagles.; Kansas City Chiefs found the end zone from the SEA 76 (Q3 24:35) — (9:35) E.Grbac pass to J.Horn for 76 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Kansas City Chiefs added 1 points from the SEA 2 (Q3 23:08) — P.Stoyanovich extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Tamm, Holder-D.Pope.; Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the KC 30 (Q3 23:08) — (8:08) T.Peterson 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Rodenhauser, Holder-J.Feagles..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q1 60:00) — J.Baker kicks 60 yards from KC 30 to SEA 10. A.Green to SEA 22 for 12 yards (L.Johnson, G.Manusky).
- Kansas City Chiefs (Q3 24:35) — (9:35) E.Grbac pass to J.Horn for 76 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q1 60:00) — (15:00) A.Green left end to KC 14 for -4 yards (M.Patton, D.Thomas).
- Kansas City Chiefs (Q2 42:54) — (12:54) E.Grbac pass intended for J.Horn INTERCEPTED by D.Williams at SEA 48. D.Williams to KC 48 for 4 yards (J.Horn).
- Seattle Seahawks (Q1 60:00) — (15:00) R.Watters right guard to KC 18 for 25 yards (C.Dishman).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Kansas City Chiefs (Q3 24:35) — (9:35) E.Grbac pass to J.Horn for 76 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Kansas City Chiefs (Q4 10:39) — (10:39) E.Grbac pass intended for D.Alexander INTERCEPTED by C.Canty at SEA 44. C.Canty pushed ob at KC 37 for 19 yards (A.Rison). PENALTY on SEA-C.Brown, Unnecessary Roughness, 15 yards, enforced at
- Kansas City Chiefs (Q3 26:42) — (11:42) E.Grbac pass intended for J.Horn INTERCEPTED by S.Springs at KC 33. S.Springs to KC 6 for 27 yards (D.Bennett).
- Kansas City Chiefs (Q2 42:54) — (12:54) E.Grbac pass intended for J.Horn INTERCEPTED by D.Williams at SEA 48. D.Williams to KC 48 for 4 yards (J.Horn).
Quarterback report card
E.Grbac led all passers in efficiency for Kansas City Chiefs, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- E.Grbac (Kansas City Chiefs) · 47 dropbacks · 46.8% completion · -0.21 EPA/play · -10.07 total EPA
- J.Kitna (Seattle Seahawks) · 35 dropbacks · 51.4% completion · +0.06 EPA/play · +2.26 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Kansas City Chiefs | Seattle Seahawks |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.156 | -0.068 |
| Offensive success rate | 39.8% | 38.5% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.214 | -0.016 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.034 | -0.374 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.068 | +0.156 |
| Defensive success rate | 61.5% | 60.2% |
By the numbers
Seattle Seahawks held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.07 vs -0.16), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Kansas City Chiefs: 15 drives, -14.54 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Seattle Seahawks: 14 drives, -6.22 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Seattle Seahawks leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- C. Fauria (Seattle Seahawks) 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.
- Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q1 60:00 · KC 14 · Score 0-3
(15:00) T.Peterson 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Rodenhauser, Holder-J.Feagles. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q1 48:08 · KC 20 · Score 0-9
(3:08) J.Kitna pass to S.Dawkins for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on KC-C.Dishman, Defensive Holding, declined. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q1 47:39 · KC 2 · Score 0-10
T.Peterson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Rodenhauser, Holder-J.Feagles. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q2 39:17 · KC 9 · Score 0-16
(9:17) J.Kitna pass to D.Mayes for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q2 36:23 · KC 2 · Score 0-17
T.Peterson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Rodenhauser, Holder-J.Feagles. - Kansas City Chiefs TD (+6) — Q2 31:20 · SEA 4 · Score 6-17
(1:20) E.Grbac pass to L.Johnson for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Kansas City Chiefs XP (+1) — Q2 31:14 · SEA 2 · Score 7-17
P.Stoyanovich extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Tamm, Holder-D.Pope. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q3 26:30 · KC 4 · Score 7-20
(11:30) T.Peterson 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Rodenhauser, Holder-J.Feagles. - Kansas City Chiefs TD (+6) — Q3 24:35 · SEA 76 · Score 13-20
(9:35) E.Grbac pass to J.Horn for 76 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Kansas City Chiefs XP (+1) — Q3 23:08 · SEA 2 · Score 14-20
P.Stoyanovich extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Tamm, Holder-D.Pope. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q3 23:08 · KC 30 · Score 14-23
(8:08) T.Peterson 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Rodenhauser, Holder-J.Feagles.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Kansas City Chiefs vs Seattle Seahawks?
The Seattle Seahawks beat the Kansas City Chiefs 23-14 in Week 16, 1999 on 1999-12-26.
What was the final score of Kansas City Chiefs vs Seattle Seahawks?
The final score was Kansas City Chiefs 14, Seattle Seahawks 23 (KC 14-23 SEA) in Week 16, 1999 on 1999-12-26.
What was the score by quarter in Kansas City Chiefs vs Seattle Seahawks?
Q1: Kansas City Chiefs 0, Seattle Seahawks 10; Q2: Kansas City Chiefs 7, Seattle Seahawks 7; Q3: Kansas City Chiefs 7, Seattle Seahawks 6; Final: Kansas City Chiefs 14, Seattle Seahawks 23.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Kansas City Chiefs vs Seattle Seahawks?
Seattle Seahawks touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 48:08) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 39:17) Kansas City Chiefs touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 31:20) Kansas City Chiefs touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 24:35) Seattle Seahawks field goal — unlisted player (Q1 60:00, 3 pts) Seattle Seahawks field goal — unlisted player (Q3 26:30, 3 pts) Seattle Seahawks field goal — unlisted player (Q3 23:08, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Kansas City Chiefs vs Seattle Seahawks?
E. Grbac (Kansas City Chiefs), 46.8% completion, -0.21 EPA per dropback, -10.07 total passing EPA. J. Kitna (Seattle Seahawks), 51.4% completion, +0.06 EPA per dropback, +2.26 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Kansas City Chiefs vs Seattle Seahawks?
C. Fauria (Seattle Seahawks) led the game in total EPA with +4.39 on receiving plays. across 6 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+7.67 EPA): (9:35) E.Grbac pass to J.Horn for 76 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +54.7%.
Season records after this game
Kansas City Chiefs
Entered 9-5 Now 9-6 L
Seattle Seahawks
Entered 8-6 Now 9-6 W
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