Game story
In Week 14 of the 1999 NFL season on 1999-12-12, the Los Angeles Rams took care of business against the New Orleans Saints, pulling away with a 30–14 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 25 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
B. Tolliver (New Orleans Saints) paced the passing game, with -10.88 total EPA.
On the individual side, K. Warner (Los Angeles Rams) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +21.39 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+54.6% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when New Orleans Saints changed the game: J.Wilkins kicks 68 yards from STL 30 to NO 2. D.Philyaw to NO 27 for 25 yards (L.Styles).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Rams | 7 | 17 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 30 |
| New Orleans Saints | 6 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 K. Warner · Los Angeles Rams · Passing · +21.39 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.67 EPA/play
- 2 T. Holt · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +6.83 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.76 EPA/play
- 3 M. Faulk · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +4.65 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.77 EPA/play
- 4 A. Hastings · New Orleans Saints · Receiving · +4.26 total EPA · 2 snaps · +2.13 EPA/play
- 5 I. Bruce · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +3.25 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.41 EPA/play
- 6 R. Proehl · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +3.00 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.50 EPA/play
- 7 A. Hakim · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.63 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.31 EPA/play
- 8 R. Williams · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +1.79 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.60 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
K. Warner — LA · Passing
K. Warner posted the highest total EPA (+21.39) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Rams's efficiency. Across 32 counted snaps, they averaged +0.67 EPA per play.
The signature play (-5.40 EPA) came from Los Angeles Rams: (15:00) K.Warner pass intended for I.Bruce INTERCEPTED by F.Weary at NO -4. F.Weary pushed ob at NO 23 for 27 yards (J.Robinson).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Los Angeles Rams — unlisted player
- New Orleans Saints — unlisted player
- Los Angeles Rams — unlisted player
- Los Angeles Rams — unlisted player
Field goals
- New Orleans Saints — unlisted player
- New Orleans Saints — unlisted player
- Los Angeles Rams — unlisted player
- Los Angeles Rams — unlisted player
- Los Angeles Rams — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 7–6. New Orleans Saints connected on a field goal from the LA 11 (Q1 60:00) — (15:00) D.Brien 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-K.Gammon, Holder-T.Barnhardt.; Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the NO 1 (Q1 55:41) — (10:41) K.Warner pass to R.Holcombe for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the NO 2 (Q1 50:39) — J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan.; New Orleans Saints connected on a field goal from the LA 8 (Q1 50:39) — (5:39) D.Brien 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-K.Gammon, Holder-T.Barnhardt..
The second quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 17–8. New Orleans Saints found the end zone from the LA 2 (Q2 39:13) — (9:13) B.Tolliver pass to C.Cleeland for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. (pass 2, run 0); New Orleans Saints registered a safety from the LA 2 (Q2 39:09) — TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. B.Tolliver pass to E.Kennison is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.; Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the NO 21 (Q2 39:09) — (9:09) J.Wilkins 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan.; Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the NO 4 (Q2 36:23) — (6:23) M.Faulk right end for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on NO-M.Fields, Defensive Offside, declined.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the NO 2 (Q2 33:28) — J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan.; Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the NO 30 (Q2 31:57) — (1:57) K.Warner pass to M.Faulk for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN. (pass 5, run 25); Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the NO 2 (Q2 30:51) — J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan..
The third quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 3–0. Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the NO 12 (Q3 23:22) — (8:22) J.Wilkins 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 3–0. Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the NO 19 (Q4 8:19) — (8:19) J.Wilkins 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- New Orleans Saints (Q1 60:00) — J.Wilkins kicks 68 yards from STL 30 to NO 2. D.Philyaw to NO 27 for 25 yards (L.Styles).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 44:08) — (14:08) M.Faulk left tackle to STL 31 for no gain (K.Mitchell). FUMBLES (K.Mitchell), RECOVERED by NO-W.Martin at STL 31.
- New Orleans Saints (Q2 33:28) — (3:28) (Shotgun) B.Tolliver pass intended for E.Kennison INTERCEPTED by D.McCleon at 50. D.McCleon to NO 47 for 3 yards (E.Kennison).
- New Orleans Saints (Q1 60:00) — (15:00) B.Tolliver pass to K.Poole pushed ob at STL 27 for 42 yards (D.Bush). (pass 24, run 18)
- New Orleans Saints (Q2 37:24) — (7:24) B.Tolliver pass intended for K.Poole INTERCEPTED by T.Lyght at STL 19. T.Lyght to STL 41 for 22 yards (T.Ackerman).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q3 30:00) — (15:00) K.Warner pass intended for I.Bruce INTERCEPTED by F.Weary at NO -4. F.Weary pushed ob at NO 23 for 27 yards (J.Robinson).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 31:57) — (1:57) K.Warner pass to M.Faulk for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN. (pass 5, run 25)
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 44:08) — (14:08) M.Faulk left tackle to STL 31 for no gain (K.Mitchell). FUMBLES (K.Mitchell), RECOVERED by NO-W.Martin at STL 31.
- New Orleans Saints (Q2 37:24) — (7:24) B.Tolliver pass intended for K.Poole INTERCEPTED by T.Lyght at STL 19. T.Lyght to STL 41 for 22 yards (T.Ackerman).
Quarterback report card
B.Tolliver led all passers in efficiency for New Orleans Saints, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- B.Tolliver (New Orleans Saints) · 37 dropbacks · 32.4% completion · -0.29 EPA/play · -10.88 total EPA
- K.Warner (Los Angeles Rams) · 32 dropbacks · 65.6% completion · +0.67 EPA/play · +21.39 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Los Angeles Rams | New Orleans Saints |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.122 | -0.127 |
| Offensive success rate | 46.0% | 38.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.669 | -0.298 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.133 | -0.232 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.127 | -0.122 |
| Defensive success rate | 61.8% | 54.0% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Los Angeles Rams generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.12 vs -0.13), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Los Angeles Rams: 12 drives, +10.65 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
- New Orleans Saints: 11 drives, -9.68 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Los Angeles Rams leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- K. Warner (Los Angeles Rams) 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.
- New Orleans Saints FG (+3) — Q1 60:00 · LA 11 · Score 0-3
(15:00) D.Brien 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-K.Gammon, Holder-T.Barnhardt. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q1 55:41 · NO 1 · Score 6-3
(10:41) K.Warner pass to R.Holcombe for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q1 50:39 · NO 2 · Score 7-3
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan. - New Orleans Saints FG (+3) — Q1 50:39 · LA 8 · Score 7-6
(5:39) D.Brien 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-K.Gammon, Holder-T.Barnhardt. - New Orleans Saints TD (+6) — Q2 39:13 · LA 2 · Score 7-12
(9:13) B.Tolliver pass to C.Cleeland for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. (pass 2, run 0) - New Orleans Saints Safety (+2) — Q2 39:09 · LA 2 · Score 7-14
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. B.Tolliver pass to E.Kennison is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q2 39:09 · NO 21 · Score 10-14
(9:09) J.Wilkins 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q2 36:23 · NO 4 · Score 16-14
(6:23) M.Faulk right end for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on NO-M.Fields, Defensive Offside, declined. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q2 33:28 · NO 2 · Score 17-14
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q2 31:57 · NO 30 · Score 23-14
(1:57) K.Warner pass to M.Faulk for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN. (pass 5, run 25) - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q2 30:51 · NO 2 · Score 24-14
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q3 23:22 · NO 12 · Score 27-14
(8:22) J.Wilkins 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q4 8:19 · NO 19 · Score 30-14
(8:19) J.Wilkins 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Los Angeles Rams vs New Orleans Saints?
The Los Angeles Rams beat the New Orleans Saints 30-14 in Week 14, 1999 on 1999-12-12.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Rams vs New Orleans Saints?
The final score was Los Angeles Rams 30, New Orleans Saints 14 (LA 30-14 NO) in Week 14, 1999 on 1999-12-12.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Rams vs New Orleans Saints?
Q1: Los Angeles Rams 7, New Orleans Saints 6; Q2: Los Angeles Rams 17, New Orleans Saints 8; Q3: Los Angeles Rams 3, New Orleans Saints 0; Q4: Los Angeles Rams 3, New Orleans Saints 0; Final: Los Angeles Rams 30, New Orleans Saints 14.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Rams vs New Orleans Saints?
Los Angeles Rams touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 55:41) New Orleans Saints touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 39:13) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 36:23) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 31:57) New Orleans Saints field goal — unlisted player (Q1 60:00, 3 pts) New Orleans Saints field goal — unlisted player (Q1 50:39, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — unlisted player (Q2 39:09, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — unlisted player (Q3 23:22, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — unlisted player (Q4 8:19, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Los Angeles Rams vs New Orleans Saints?
B. Tolliver (New Orleans Saints), 32.4% completion, -0.29 EPA per dropback, -10.88 total passing EPA. K. Warner (Los Angeles Rams), 65.6% completion, +0.67 EPA per dropback, +21.39 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Rams vs New Orleans Saints?
K. Warner (Los Angeles Rams) led the game in total EPA with +21.39 on passing plays. across 32 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-5.40 EPA): (15:00) K.Warner pass intended for I.Bruce INTERCEPTED by F.Weary at NO -4. F.Weary pushed ob at NO 23 for 27 yards (J.Robinson).. The biggest win-probability swing was +54.6%.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Rams
Entered 9-2 Now 10-2 W
New Orleans Saints
Entered 2-10 Now 2-11 L
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