Game story
In Week 12 of the 1999 NFL season on 1999-11-28, the Minnesota Vikings took care of business against the Los Angeles Chargers, pulling away with a 35–27 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 28 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. George (Minnesota Vikings) paced the passing game, with +6.09 total EPA.
On the individual side, J. Harbaugh (Los Angeles Chargers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +9.93 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+55.3% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Minnesota Vikings changed the game: J.Carney kicks 66 yards from SD 30 to MIN 4. R.Tate to MIN 29 for 25 yards (J.Reeves).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Chargers | 7 | 0 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 27 |
| Minnesota Vikings | 0 | 28 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 35 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 J. Harbaugh · Los Angeles Chargers · Passing · +9.93 total EPA · 41 snaps · +0.24 EPA/play
- 2 K. Bynum · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +7.17 total EPA · 2 snaps · +3.58 EPA/play
- 3 C. Carter · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +6.46 total EPA · 17 snaps · +0.38 EPA/play
- 4 J. Graham · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +6.18 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.77 EPA/play
- 5 J. George · Minnesota Vikings · Passing · +6.09 total EPA · 44 snaps · +0.14 EPA/play
- 6 R. Moss · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +4.62 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.42 EPA/play
- 7 J. Reed · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +4.10 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.82 EPA/play
- 8 L. Hoard · Minnesota Vikings · Rushing · +3.90 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.65 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
J. Harbaugh — LAC · Passing
J. Harbaugh posted the highest total EPA (+9.93) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Chargers's efficiency. Across 41 counted snaps, they averaged +0.24 EPA per play.
The signature play (-8.41 EPA) came from Minnesota Vikings: (14:40) J.George pass intended for A.Glover INTERCEPTED by M.Dumas at SD 25. M.Dumas to MIN 7 for 68 yards (A.Glover).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Los Angeles Chargers — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Los Angeles Chargers — unlisted player
- Los Angeles Chargers — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
Field goals
- 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 7–0. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the MIN 1 (Q1 57:06) — (12:06) T.Stephens up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q1 53:34) — J.Carney extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett..
The second quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 28–0. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the LAC 34 (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) J.George pass to R.Moss for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q2 44:55) — G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the LAC 5 (Q2 41:31) — (11:31) J.George pass to J.Reed for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q2 39:13) — G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the LAC 4 (Q2 37:22) — (7:22) J.George pass to C.Carter for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q2 35:55) — G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the LAC 4 (Q2 33:47) — (3:47) L.Hoard up the middle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q2 33:44) — G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger..
The third quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 17–7. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the MIN 80 (Q3 30:00) — (15:00) J.Harbaugh pass to K.Bynum for 80 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q3 29:40) — J.Carney extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett.; Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the MIN 1 (Q3 26:36) — (11:36) T.Stephens up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q3 25:33) — J.Carney extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett.; Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the MIN 22 (Q3 24:28) — (9:28) J.Carney 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the LAC 34 (Q3 22:40) — (7:40) J.George pass to C.Carter for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Flea flicker MIN 26 to MIN 3; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q3 19:10) — G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 3–0. Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the MIN 22 (Q4 13:34) — (13:34) J.Carney 40 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.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q1 60:00) — J.Carney kicks 66 yards from SD 30 to MIN 4. R.Tate to MIN 29 for 25 yards (J.Reeves).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 7:36) — (7:36) J.Harbaugh pass intended for F.Jones INTERCEPTED by R.Griffith at MIN 2. R.Griffith to MIN 2 for no gain (F.Jones). SD-F.Jones was injured during the play.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) J.George pass to R.Moss for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q2 39:13) — (9:13) T.Stephens left guard to SD 36 for -2 yards (K.Wong). FUMBLES (K.Wong), RECOVERED by MIN-K.Wong at SD 31. K.Wong to SD 27 for 4 yards (J.Jackson).
- Minnesota Vikings (Q2 41:31) — (11:31) (Shotgun) J.George pass to R.Moss to SD 33 for 60 yards (M.Dumas).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q3 29:40) — (14:40) J.George pass intended for A.Glover INTERCEPTED by M.Dumas at SD 25. M.Dumas to MIN 7 for 68 yards (A.Glover).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q3 30:00) — (15:00) J.Harbaugh pass to K.Bynum for 80 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q2 39:13) — (9:13) T.Stephens left guard to SD 36 for -2 yards (K.Wong). FUMBLES (K.Wong), RECOVERED by MIN-K.Wong at SD 31. K.Wong to SD 27 for 4 yards (J.Jackson).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q2 35:55) — (5:55) J.Harbaugh FUMBLES (Aborted) at SD 33, RECOVERED by MIN-T.Williams at SD 31.
Quarterback report card
J.George led all passers in efficiency for Minnesota Vikings, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.George (Minnesota Vikings) · 44 dropbacks · 63.6% completion · +0.14 EPA/play · +6.09 total EPA
- J.Harbaugh (Los Angeles Chargers) · 41 dropbacks · 61.0% completion · +0.24 EPA/play · +9.93 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Los Angeles Chargers | Minnesota Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.121 | +0.134 |
| Offensive success rate | 55.8% | 47.1% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.275 | +0.138 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.329 | +0.151 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.134 | -0.121 |
| Defensive success rate | 52.9% | 44.2% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Los Angeles Chargers +0.12, Minnesota Vikings +0.13) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- Los Angeles Chargers: 13 drives, +9.35 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Minnesota Vikings: 13 drives, +13.69 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Minnesota Vikings leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- J. Harbaugh (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.
- Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q1 57:06 · MIN 1 · Score 6-0
(12:06) T.Stephens up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q1 53:34 · MIN 2 · Score 7-0
J.Carney extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q2 45:00 · LAC 34 · Score 7-6
(15:00) J.George pass to R.Moss for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q2 44:55 · LAC 2 · Score 7-7
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q2 41:31 · LAC 5 · Score 7-13
(11:31) J.George pass to J.Reed for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q2 39:13 · LAC 2 · Score 7-14
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q2 37:22 · LAC 4 · Score 7-20
(7:22) J.George pass to C.Carter for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q2 35:55 · LAC 2 · Score 7-21
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q2 33:47 · LAC 4 · Score 7-27
(3:47) L.Hoard up the middle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q2 33:44 · LAC 2 · Score 7-28
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q3 30:00 · MIN 80 · Score 13-28
(15:00) J.Harbaugh pass to K.Bynum for 80 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q3 29:40 · MIN 2 · Score 14-28
J.Carney extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett. - Los Angeles Chargers TD (+6) — Q3 26:36 · MIN 1 · Score 20-28
(11:36) T.Stephens up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q3 25:33 · MIN 2 · Score 21-28
J.Carney extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q3 24:28 · MIN 22 · Score 24-28
(9:28) J.Carney 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q3 22:40 · LAC 34 · Score 24-34
(7:40) J.George pass to C.Carter for 34 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Flea flicker MIN 26 to MIN 3 - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q3 19:10 · LAC 2 · Score 24-35
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q4 13:34 · MIN 22 · Score 27-35
(13:34) J.Carney 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Los Angeles Chargers vs Minnesota Vikings?
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Los Angeles Chargers 35-27 in Week 12, 1999 on 1999-11-28.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Chargers vs Minnesota Vikings?
The final score was Los Angeles Chargers 27, Minnesota Vikings 35 (LAC 27-35 MIN) in Week 12, 1999 on 1999-11-28.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Chargers vs Minnesota Vikings?
Q1: Los Angeles Chargers 7, Minnesota Vikings 0; Q2: Los Angeles Chargers 0, Minnesota Vikings 28; Q3: Los Angeles Chargers 17, Minnesota Vikings 7; Q4: Los Angeles Chargers 3, Minnesota Vikings 0; Final: Los Angeles Chargers 27, Minnesota Vikings 35.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Chargers vs Minnesota Vikings?
Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 57:06) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 45:00) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 41:31) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 37:22) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 33:47) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 30:00) Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 26:36) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 22:40) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — unlisted player (Q3 24:28, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — unlisted player (Q4 13:34, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Los Angeles Chargers vs Minnesota Vikings?
J. George (Minnesota Vikings), 63.6% completion, +0.14 EPA per dropback, +6.09 total passing EPA. J. Harbaugh (Los Angeles Chargers), 61.0% completion, +0.24 EPA per dropback, +9.93 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Chargers vs Minnesota Vikings?
J. Harbaugh (Los Angeles Chargers) led the game in total EPA with +9.93 on passing plays. across 41 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-8.41 EPA): (14:40) J.George pass intended for A.Glover INTERCEPTED by M.Dumas at SD 25. M.Dumas to MIN 7 for 68 yards (A.Glover).. The biggest win-probability swing was +55.3%.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Chargers
Entered 4-6 Now 4-7 L
Minnesota Vikings
Entered 6-4 Now 7-4 W
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