Game story
In Week 11 of the 1999 NFL season on 1999-11-21, the Los Angeles Rams took care of business against the San Francisco 49ers, pulling away with a 23–7 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
K. Warner (Los Angeles Rams) paced the passing game, with -4.58 total EPA.
On the individual side, I. Bruce (Los Angeles Rams) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +5.53 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+55.2% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when San Francisco 49ers changed the game: J.Wilkins kicks 70 yards from STL 30 to SF 0. R.McQuarters to SF 30 for 30 yards (C.Thomas).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Rams | 3 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| San Francisco 49ers | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 I. Bruce · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +5.53 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.46 EPA/play
- 2 K. Warner · Los Angeles Rams · Rushing · +1.94 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.94 EPA/play
- 3 F. Beasley · San Francisco 49ers · Rushing · +1.86 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.47 EPA/play
- 4 T. Holt · Los Angeles Rams · Rushing · +1.09 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.09 EPA/play
- 5 M. Faulk · Los Angeles Rams · Rushing · +0.98 total EPA · 22 snaps · +0.04 EPA/play
- 6 F. Beasley · San Francisco 49ers · Receiving · +0.88 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.22 EPA/play
- 7 A. Hakim · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +0.64 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.16 EPA/play
- 8 C. Thomas · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +0.31 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.31 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
I. Bruce — LA · Receiving
I. Bruce posted the highest total EPA (+5.53) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Rams's efficiency. Across 12 counted snaps, they averaged +0.46 EPA per play.
The signature play (-8.17 EPA) came from San Francisco 49ers: (11:03) S.Stenstrom pass intended for G.Clark INTERCEPTED by M.Jones at SF 44. M.Jones for 44 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Ball batted by Farr.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- San Francisco 49ers — unlisted player
- Los Angeles Rams — unlisted player
- Los Angeles Rams — unlisted player
Field goals
- 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 3–0. Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the SF 22 (Q1 53:16) — (8:16) J.Wilkins 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan..
The second quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 10–7. San Francisco 49ers found the end zone from the LA 1 (Q2 41:37) — (11:37) F.Beasley up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; San Francisco 49ers added 1 points from the LA 2 (Q2 38:13) — W.Richey extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Zelenka, Holder-C.Stanley.; Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the SF 5 (Q2 33:46) — (3:46) K.Warner pass to I.Bruce for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the SF 2 (Q2 33:02) — J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan.; Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the SF 2 (Q2 30:01) — (:01) J.Wilkins 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan..
The third quarter: Los Angeles Rams won the period 10–0. Los Angeles Rams found the end zone from the LA 61 (Q3 26:03) — (11:03) S.Stenstrom pass intended for G.Clark INTERCEPTED by M.Jones at SF 44. M.Jones for 44 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Ball batted by Farr.; Los Angeles Rams added 1 points from the SF 2 (Q3 24:41) — J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan.; Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the SF 30 (Q3 20:17) — (5:17) J.Wilkins 49 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.
- San Francisco 49ers (Q1 60:00) — J.Wilkins kicks 70 yards from STL 30 to SF 0. R.McQuarters to SF 30 for 30 yards (C.Thomas).
- San Francisco 49ers (Q3 26:03) — (11:03) S.Stenstrom pass intended for G.Clark INTERCEPTED by M.Jones at SF 44. M.Jones for 44 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Ball batted by Farr.
- San Francisco 49ers (Q1 49:36) — (4:36) S.Stenstrom pass to T.Owens to STL 22 for 32 yards (B.Jenkins). FUMBLES (B.Jenkins), RECOVERED by STL-D.Bush at STL 22. D.Bush pushed ob at SF 47 for 31 yards (G.Clark). Owens: Caught at STL 46
- Los Angeles Rams (Q1 55:58) — (10:58) J.Wilkins 43 yard field goal is No Good, Hit Left Upright, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan. Had to rekick FG after problem with play clock.
- San Francisco 49ers (Q2 41:37) — (11:37) C.Garner left end to STL 4 for 30 yards (D.Bush; T.Lyght).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- San Francisco 49ers (Q3 26:03) — (11:03) S.Stenstrom pass intended for G.Clark INTERCEPTED by M.Jones at SF 44. M.Jones for 44 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Ball batted by Farr.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) K.Warner pass intended for M.Faulk INTERCEPTED by L.Schulters at SF 2. L.Schulters to SF 33 for 31 yards (A.Hakim). SF-L.Schulters was injured during the play. Schulters helped off field.
- San Francisco 49ers (Q3 17:15) — (2:15) J.Garcia sacked at SF 34 for -11 yards (K.Carter). FUMBLES (K.Carter), RECOVERED by STL-K.Carter at SF 34.
- San Francisco 49ers (Q1 49:36) — (4:36) S.Stenstrom pass to T.Owens to STL 22 for 32 yards (B.Jenkins). FUMBLES (B.Jenkins), RECOVERED by STL-D.Bush at STL 22. D.Bush pushed ob at SF 47 for 31 yards (G.Clark). Owens: Caught at STL 46
Quarterback report card
K.Warner led all passers in efficiency for Los Angeles Rams, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- K.Warner (Los Angeles Rams) · 45 dropbacks · 48.9% completion · -0.10 EPA/play · -4.58 total EPA
- J.Garcia (San Francisco 49ers) · 19 dropbacks · 42.1% completion · -0.43 EPA/play · -8.26 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Los Angeles Rams | San Francisco 49ers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.032 | -0.297 |
| Offensive success rate | 41.6% | 36.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.057 | -0.559 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.016 | +0.007 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.297 | +0.032 |
| Defensive success rate | 64.0% | 58.4% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Los Angeles Rams generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.03 vs -0.30), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Los Angeles Rams: 13 drives, -3.23 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- San Francisco 49ers: 12 drives, -22.29 total EPA, 1 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.
- I. Bruce (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.
- Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q1 53:16 · SF 22 · Score 3-0
(8:16) J.Wilkins 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan. - San Francisco 49ers TD (+6) — Q2 41:37 · LA 1 · Score 3-6
(11:37) F.Beasley up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - San Francisco 49ers XP (+1) — Q2 38:13 · LA 2 · Score 3-7
W.Richey extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Zelenka, Holder-C.Stanley. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q2 33:46 · SF 5 · Score 9-7
(3:46) K.Warner pass to I.Bruce for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q2 33:02 · SF 2 · Score 10-7
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q2 30:01 · SF 2 · Score 13-7
(:01) J.Wilkins 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan. - Los Angeles Rams TD (+6) — Q3 26:03 · LA 61 · Score 19-7
(11:03) S.Stenstrom pass intended for G.Clark INTERCEPTED by M.Jones at SF 44. M.Jones for 44 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Ball batted by Farr. - Los Angeles Rams XP (+1) — Q3 24:41 · SF 2 · Score 20-7
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q3 20:17 · SF 30 · Score 23-7
(5:17) J.Wilkins 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-M.Horan.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Los Angeles Rams vs San Francisco 49ers?
The Los Angeles Rams beat the San Francisco 49ers 23-7 in Week 11, 1999 on 1999-11-21.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Rams vs San Francisco 49ers?
The final score was Los Angeles Rams 23, San Francisco 49ers 7 (LA 23-7 SF) in Week 11, 1999 on 1999-11-21.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Rams vs San Francisco 49ers?
Q1: Los Angeles Rams 3, San Francisco 49ers 0; Q2: Los Angeles Rams 10, San Francisco 49ers 7; Q3: Los Angeles Rams 10, San Francisco 49ers 0; Final: Los Angeles Rams 23, San Francisco 49ers 7.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Rams vs San Francisco 49ers?
San Francisco 49ers touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 41:37) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 33:46) Los Angeles Rams touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 26:03) Los Angeles Rams field goal — unlisted player (Q1 53:16, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — unlisted player (Q2 30:01, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — unlisted player (Q3 20:17, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Los Angeles Rams vs San Francisco 49ers?
K. Warner (Los Angeles Rams), 48.9% completion, -0.10 EPA per dropback, -4.58 total passing EPA. J. Garcia (San Francisco 49ers), 42.1% completion, -0.43 EPA per dropback, -8.26 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Rams vs San Francisco 49ers?
I. Bruce (Los Angeles Rams) led the game in total EPA with +5.53 on receiving plays. across 12 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-8.17 EPA): (11:03) S.Stenstrom pass intended for G.Clark INTERCEPTED by M.Jones at SF 44. M.Jones for 44 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Ball batted by Farr.. The biggest win-probability swing was +55.2%.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Rams
Entered 6-2 Now 7-2 W
San Francisco 49ers
Entered 3-6 Now 3-7 L
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