Game story
In Week 2 of the 1999 NFL season on 1999-09-19, the Los Angeles Chargers took care of business against the Cincinnati Bengals, pulling away with a 34–7 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 20 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Harbaugh (Los Angeles Chargers) paced the passing game, with -0.42 total EPA.
On the individual side, M. Ricks (Los Angeles Chargers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +9.10 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+56.6% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Cincinnati Bengals changed the game: J.Carney kicks 68 yards from SD 30 to CIN 2. D.Griffin to CIN 34 for 32 yards (S.Turner, T.Shaw).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Chargers | 13 | 15 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 34 |
| Cincinnati Bengals | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 M. Ricks · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +9.10 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.52 EPA/play
- 2 J. Graham · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +5.35 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.78 EPA/play
- 3 T. McGee · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +3.89 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.30 EPA/play
- 4 E. Kramer · Los Angeles Chargers · Passing · +3.73 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.93 EPA/play
- 5 N. Means · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +2.48 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.24 EPA/play
- 6 N. Luchey · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +0.58 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.29 EPA/play
- 7 B. Still · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +0.46 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.07 EPA/play
- 8 T. Fletcher · Los Angeles Chargers · Rushing · +0.20 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.07 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
M. Ricks — LAC · Receiving
M. Ricks posted the highest total EPA (+9.10) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Chargers's efficiency. Across 6 counted snaps, they averaged +1.52 EPA per play.
The signature play (-8.29 EPA) came from Cincinnati Bengals: (1:03) J.Blake sacked at CIN 34 for -11 yards (J.Seau). FUMBLES (J.Seau), RECOVERED by SD-G.Dixon at CIN 27. G.Dixon for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Cincinnati Bengals — unlisted player
- Los Angeles Chargers — unlisted player
- Los Angeles Chargers — unlisted player
- Los Angeles Chargers — unlisted player
Field goals
- Los Angeles Chargers — unlisted player
- Los Angeles Chargers — unlisted player
- Los Angeles Chargers — unlisted player
- Los Angeles Chargers — 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 Chargers won the period 13–7. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the LAC 12 (Q1 60:00) — (15:00) J.Blake pass to T.McGee for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q1 57:04) — D.Pelfrey extra point is GOOD, Center-S.Bush, Holder-G.Myers.; Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the CIN 9 (Q1 55:42) — (10:42) J.Carney 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett.; Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the CIN 5 (Q1 52:21) — (7:21) J.Carney 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the CIN 12 (Q1 47:56) — (2:56) J.Harbaugh pass to N.Means for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q1 46:39) — J.Carney extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett..
The second quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 15–0. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the CIN 29 (Q2 33:18) — (3:18) J.Harbaugh pass to J.Graham for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN. SD-J.Graham was injured during the play.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q2 32:08) — J.Carney extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the LAC 55 (Q2 31:03); Los Angeles Chargers registered a safety from the CIN 2 (Q2 30:54) — TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. J.Harbaugh pass to M.Ricks is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS..
The third quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 3–0. Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the CIN 3 (Q3 24:35) — (9:35) J.Carney 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 3–0. Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the CIN 23 (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) J.Carney 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 60:00) — J.Carney kicks 68 yards from SD 30 to CIN 2. D.Griffin to CIN 34 for 32 yards (S.Turner, T.Shaw).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 48:07) — J.Carney kicks 68 yards from SD 30 to CIN 2. D.Griffin to CIN 18 for 16 yards (M.Hamilton). FUMBLES (M.Hamilton), RECOVERED by SD-S.Turner at CIN 20.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 52:21) — (7:21) J.Harbaugh pass to M.Ricks to CIN 9 for 50 yards (R.Heath). Penalty on CIN-R.Heath, Defensive Pass Interference, declined.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 55:53) — (10:53) J.Blake FUMBLES (Aborted) at CIN 11, RECOVERED by SD-J.Seau at CIN 3. Pitchout to Dillon mishandled.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 31:03) — (1:03) J.Blake sacked at CIN 34 for -11 yards (J.Seau). FUMBLES (J.Seau), RECOVERED by SD-G.Dixon at CIN 27. G.Dixon for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 31:03) — (1:03) J.Blake sacked at CIN 34 for -11 yards (J.Seau). FUMBLES (J.Seau), RECOVERED by SD-G.Dixon at CIN 27. G.Dixon for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 55:53) — (10:53) J.Blake FUMBLES (Aborted) at CIN 11, RECOVERED by SD-J.Seau at CIN 3. Pitchout to Dillon mishandled.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 48:07) — J.Carney kicks 68 yards from SD 30 to CIN 2. D.Griffin to CIN 18 for 16 yards (M.Hamilton). FUMBLES (M.Hamilton), RECOVERED by SD-S.Turner at CIN 20.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 52:21) — (7:21) J.Harbaugh pass to M.Ricks to CIN 9 for 50 yards (R.Heath). Penalty on CIN-R.Heath, Defensive Pass Interference, declined.
Quarterback report card
J.Harbaugh led all passers in efficiency for Los Angeles Chargers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Harbaugh (Los Angeles Chargers) · 33 dropbacks · 45.5% completion · -0.01 EPA/play · -0.42 total EPA
- J.Blake (Cincinnati Bengals) · 19 dropbacks · 36.8% completion · -0.61 EPA/play · -11.50 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Los Angeles Chargers | Cincinnati Bengals |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.001 | -0.402 |
| Offensive success rate | 41.3% | 38.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.089 | -0.474 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.258 | -0.647 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.402 | -0.001 |
| Defensive success rate | 62.0% | 58.7% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Los Angeles Chargers generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.00 vs -0.40), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Cincinnati Bengals: 15 drives, -31.76 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
- Los Angeles Chargers: 15 drives, +0.11 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Los Angeles Chargers leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- M. Ricks (Los Angeles Chargers) 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.
- Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q1 60:00 · LAC 12 · Score 0-6
(15:00) J.Blake pass to T.McGee for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q1 57:04 · LAC 2 · Score 0-7
D.Pelfrey extra point is GOOD, Center-S.Bush, Holder-G.Myers. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q1 55:42 · CIN 9 · Score 3-7
(10:42) J.Carney 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q1 52:21 · CIN 5 · Score 6-7
(7:21) J.Carney 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q1 47:56 · CIN 12 · Score 12-7
(2:56) J.Harbaugh pass to N.Means for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q1 46:39 · CIN 2 · Score 13-7
J.Carney extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q2 33:18 · CIN 29 · Score 19-7
(3:18) J.Harbaugh pass to J.Graham for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN. SD-J.Graham was injured during the play. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q2 32:08 · CIN 2 · Score 20-7
J.Carney extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q2 31:03 · LAC 55 · Score 26-7
(1:03) J.Blake sacked at CIN 34 for -11 yards (J.Seau). FUMBLES (J.Seau), RECOVERED by SD-G.Dixon at CIN 27. G.Dixon for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers Safety (+2) — Q2 30:54 · CIN 2 · Score 28-7
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. J.Harbaugh pass to M.Ricks is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q3 24:35 · CIN 3 · Score 31-7
(9:35) J.Carney 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q4 15:00 · CIN 23 · Score 34-7
(15:00) J.Carney 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Los Angeles Chargers vs Cincinnati Bengals?
The Los Angeles Chargers beat the Cincinnati Bengals 34-7 in Week 2, 1999 on 1999-09-19.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Chargers vs Cincinnati Bengals?
The final score was Los Angeles Chargers 34, Cincinnati Bengals 7 (LAC 34-7 CIN) in Week 2, 1999 on 1999-09-19.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Chargers vs Cincinnati Bengals?
Q1: Los Angeles Chargers 13, Cincinnati Bengals 7; Q2: Los Angeles Chargers 15, Cincinnati Bengals 0; Q3: Los Angeles Chargers 3, Cincinnati Bengals 0; Q4: Los Angeles Chargers 3, Cincinnati Bengals 0; Final: Los Angeles Chargers 34, Cincinnati Bengals 7.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Chargers vs Cincinnati Bengals?
Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 60:00) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 47:56) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 33:18) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 31:03) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — unlisted player (Q1 55:42, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — unlisted player (Q1 52:21, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — unlisted player (Q3 24:35, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — unlisted player (Q4 15:00, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Los Angeles Chargers vs Cincinnati Bengals?
J. Harbaugh (Los Angeles Chargers), 45.5% completion, -0.01 EPA per dropback, -0.42 total passing EPA. J. Blake (Cincinnati Bengals), 36.8% completion, -0.61 EPA per dropback, -11.50 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Chargers vs Cincinnati Bengals?
M. Ricks (Los Angeles Chargers) led the game in total EPA with +9.10 on receiving plays. across 6 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-8.29 EPA): (1:03) J.Blake sacked at CIN 34 for -11 yards (J.Seau). FUMBLES (J.Seau), RECOVERED by SD-G.Dixon at CIN 27. G.Dixon for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +56.6%.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Chargers
Now 1-0 W
Cincinnati Bengals
Entered 0-1 Now 0-2 L
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