Game story
In Week 14 of the 1999 NFL season on 1999-12-12, the Los Angeles Chargers took care of business against the Seattle Seahawks, pulling away with a 19–16 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 13 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Kitna (Seattle Seahawks) paced the passing game, with -1.59 total EPA.
On the individual side, J. Graham (Los Angeles Chargers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +6.96 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+43.5% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Los Angeles Chargers changed the game: T.Peterson kicks 64 yards from SEA 30 to SD 6. K.Bynum to SD 28 for 22 yards (F.Bownes).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Chargers | 10 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 19 |
| Seattle Seahawks | 3 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 J. Graham · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +6.96 total EPA · 13 snaps · +0.54 EPA/play
- 2 T. Fletcher · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +3.60 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.72 EPA/play
- 3 J. Harbaugh · Los Angeles Chargers · Passing · +3.26 total EPA · 40 snaps · +0.08 EPA/play
- 4 S. Dawkins · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +1.92 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.27 EPA/play
- 5 M. Pritchard · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +1.88 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.94 EPA/play
- 6 D. Mayes · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +1.62 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.18 EPA/play
- 7 C. Fauria · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +1.25 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.31 EPA/play
- 8 K. Bynum · Los Angeles Chargers · Receiving · +0.85 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.85 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
J. Graham — LAC · Receiving
J. Graham posted the highest total EPA (+6.96) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Los Angeles Chargers's efficiency. Across 13 counted snaps, they averaged +0.54 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.28 EPA) came from Seattle Seahawks: (11:02) J.Kitna pass intended for J.Galloway INTERCEPTED by J.Spencer at SD 12. J.Spencer ran ob at SD 12 for no gain.
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
- Seattle Seahawks — unlisted player
Field goals
- Seattle Seahawks — unlisted player
- Los Angeles Chargers — unlisted player
- Seattle Seahawks — unlisted player
- Los Angeles Chargers — unlisted player
- Seattle Seahawks — 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 10–3. Los Angeles Chargers found the end zone from the SEA 1 (Q1 60:00) — (15:00) N.Means up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Los Angeles Chargers added 1 points from the SEA 2 (Q1 56:02) — J.Carney extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett.; Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the LAC 10 (Q1 53:27) — (8:27) T.Peterson 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Rodenhauser, Holder-J.Feagles.; Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the SEA 15 (Q1 51:31) — (6:31) J.Carney 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett..
The second quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 6–3. Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the LAC 21 (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) T.Peterson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Rodenhauser, Holder-J.Feagles.; Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the SEA 24 (Q2 37:02) — (7:02) J.Carney 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett.; Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the LAC 15 (Q2 30:34) — (:34) T.Peterson 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Rodenhauser, Holder-J.Feagles..
The third quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 7–0. Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the LAC 14 (Q3 30:00) — (15:00) J.Kitna pass to D.Mayes for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the LAC 2 (Q3 26:20) — T.Peterson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Rodenhauser, Holder-J.Feagles..
The fourth quarter: Los Angeles Chargers won the period 6–0. Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the SEA 10 (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) J.Carney 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett.; Los Angeles Chargers connected on a field goal from the SEA 23 (Q4 5:24) — (5:24) J.Carney 41 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.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 60:00) — T.Peterson kicks 64 yards from SEA 30 to SD 6. K.Bynum to SD 28 for 22 yards (F.Bownes).
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 1:20) — (1:20) T.Peterson 38 yard field goal is No Good, Hit Left Upright, Center-M.Rodenhauser, Holder-J.Feagles.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 6:07) — (6:07) R.Watters right guard to SEA 25 for 2 yards (J.Parrella). FUMBLES (J.Parrella), RECOVERED by SD-J.Perry at SEA 26. J.Perry to SEA 26 for no gain (D.Mayes).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 9:52) — (9:52) J.Harbaugh pass INTERCEPTED by D.Williams at SEA 45. D.Williams to SD 34 for 21 yards (F.McCrary).
- Seattle Seahawks (Q1 56:02) — (11:02) J.Kitna pass intended for J.Galloway INTERCEPTED by J.Spencer at SD 12. J.Spencer ran ob at SD 12 for no gain.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q1 56:02) — (11:02) J.Kitna pass intended for J.Galloway INTERCEPTED by J.Spencer at SD 12. J.Spencer ran ob at SD 12 for no gain.
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q4 9:52) — (9:52) J.Harbaugh pass INTERCEPTED by D.Williams at SEA 45. D.Williams to SD 34 for 21 yards (F.McCrary).
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 6:07) — (6:07) R.Watters right guard to SEA 25 for 2 yards (J.Parrella). FUMBLES (J.Parrella), RECOVERED by SD-J.Perry at SEA 26. J.Perry to SEA 26 for no gain (D.Mayes).
- Los Angeles Chargers (Q1 51:31) — (6:31) (Shotgun) J.Harbaugh pass to J.Graham to SEA 16 for 23 yards (D.Williams).
Quarterback report card
J.Kitna led all passers in efficiency for Seattle Seahawks, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Kitna (Seattle Seahawks) · 44 dropbacks · 56.8% completion · -0.04 EPA/play · -1.59 total EPA
- J.Harbaugh (Los Angeles Chargers) · 40 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · +0.08 EPA/play · +3.26 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Los Angeles Chargers | Seattle Seahawks |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.005 | -0.084 |
| Offensive success rate | 40.0% | 44.4% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.057 | -0.044 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.160 | -0.278 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.084 | +0.005 |
| Defensive success rate | 55.6% | 60.0% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Los Angeles Chargers generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.01 vs -0.08), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Los Angeles Chargers: 13 drives, -0.54 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Seattle Seahawks: 12 drives, -7.55 total EPA, 4 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.
- One-score margin — fantasy managers should double-check garbage-time stats before drawing conclusions.
- J. Graham (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 60:00 · SEA 1 · Score 6-0
(15:00) N.Means up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Los Angeles Chargers XP (+1) — Q1 56:02 · SEA 2 · Score 7-0
J.Carney extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q1 53:27 · LAC 10 · Score 7-3
(8:27) T.Peterson 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Rodenhauser, Holder-J.Feagles. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q1 51:31 · SEA 15 · Score 10-3
(6:31) J.Carney 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q2 45:00 · LAC 21 · Score 10-6
(15:00) T.Peterson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Rodenhauser, Holder-J.Feagles. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q2 37:02 · SEA 24 · Score 13-6
(7:02) J.Carney 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q2 30:34 · LAC 15 · Score 13-9
(:34) T.Peterson 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Rodenhauser, Holder-J.Feagles. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q3 30:00 · LAC 14 · Score 13-15
(15:00) J.Kitna pass to D.Mayes for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q3 26:20 · LAC 2 · Score 13-16
T.Peterson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Rodenhauser, Holder-J.Feagles. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q4 15:00 · SEA 10 · Score 16-16
(15:00) J.Carney 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett. - Los Angeles Chargers FG (+3) — Q4 5:24 · SEA 23 · Score 19-16
(5:24) J.Carney 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Binn, Holder-D.Bennett.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Los Angeles Chargers vs Seattle Seahawks?
The Los Angeles Chargers beat the Seattle Seahawks 19-16 in Week 14, 1999 on 1999-12-12.
What was the final score of Los Angeles Chargers vs Seattle Seahawks?
The final score was Los Angeles Chargers 19, Seattle Seahawks 16 (LAC 19-16 SEA) in Week 14, 1999 on 1999-12-12.
What was the score by quarter in Los Angeles Chargers vs Seattle Seahawks?
Q1: Los Angeles Chargers 10, Seattle Seahawks 3; Q2: Los Angeles Chargers 3, Seattle Seahawks 6; Q3: Los Angeles Chargers 0, Seattle Seahawks 7; Q4: Los Angeles Chargers 6, Seattle Seahawks 0; Final: Los Angeles Chargers 19, Seattle Seahawks 16.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Los Angeles Chargers vs Seattle Seahawks?
Los Angeles Chargers touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 60:00) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 30:00) Seattle Seahawks field goal — unlisted player (Q1 53:27, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — unlisted player (Q1 51:31, 3 pts) Seattle Seahawks field goal — unlisted player (Q2 45:00, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — unlisted player (Q2 37:02, 3 pts) Seattle Seahawks field goal — unlisted player (Q2 30:34, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — unlisted player (Q4 15:00, 3 pts) Los Angeles Chargers field goal — unlisted player (Q4 5:24, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Los Angeles Chargers vs Seattle Seahawks?
J. Kitna (Seattle Seahawks), 56.8% completion, -0.04 EPA per dropback, -1.59 total passing EPA. J. Harbaugh (Los Angeles Chargers), 50.0% completion, +0.08 EPA per dropback, +3.26 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Los Angeles Chargers vs Seattle Seahawks?
J. Graham (Los Angeles Chargers) led the game in total EPA with +6.96 on receiving plays. across 13 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.28 EPA): (11:02) J.Kitna pass intended for J.Galloway INTERCEPTED by J.Spencer at SD 12. J.Spencer ran ob at SD 12 for no gain.. The biggest win-probability swing was +43.5%.
Was Los Angeles Chargers vs Seattle Seahawks a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Los Angeles Chargers won 19-16 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Los Angeles Chargers
Entered 5-7 Now 6-7 W
Seattle Seahawks
Entered 8-4 Now 8-5 L
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