Quick answer
- Winner
- Miami Dolphins
- Final score
- Miami Dolphins 22–14 Cincinnati Bengals
- Halftime
- Miami Dolphins 12–14 Cincinnati Bengals at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- D. Bess
- Top passer
- C. Palmer
- Biggest EPA play
- (11:22) 10-K.Huber punts 30 yards to CIN 45, Center-46-C.Harris. 15-D.Bess MUFFS catch, RE…
- Game date
- 2010-10-31
Game summary
The Miami Dolphins beat the Cincinnati Bengals 22–14 on 2010-10-31, overcoming Cincinnati Bengals's 14–12 halftime lead. D. Bess posted a game-high +3.99 total EPA in the receiving.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 16 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Miami Dolphins | 3 | 9 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 22 |
 Cincinnati Bengals | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
MIAMiami Dolphins
(7:24) (Shotgun) 9-C.Palmer pass short middle to 81-T.Owens for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.
(2:20) 5-D.Carpenter 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
(8:24) 5-D.Carpenter 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
(2:52) 9-C.Palmer pass deep left to 81-T.Owens for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN. {Pass was tipped by C.Clemons (MIA#30) at the MIA10}
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.
(:58) 5-D.Carpenter 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
(:03) 5-D.Carpenter 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
(2:51) 5-D.Carpenter 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
(11:23) 34-R.Williams left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. Cincinnati challenged the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. (Timeout #2 at 11:15.)
5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
CINCincinnati BengalsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q1 7:24TD Tyler OwensPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 7
- Score
- 0-6
(7:24) (Shotgun) 9-C.Palmer pass short middle to 81-T.Owens for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q1 7:20XP MNM. NugentPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 2
- Score
- 0-7
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q1 2:20FG DCD. CarpenterPoints+3
- Yard line
- CIN 20
- Score
- 3-7
(2:20) 5-D.Carpenter 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 8:24FG DCD. CarpenterPoints+3
- Yard line
- CIN 24
- Score
- 6-7
(8:24) 5-D.Carpenter 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q2 2:52TD Tyler OwensPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 37
- Score
- 6-13
(2:52) 9-C.Palmer pass deep left to 81-T.Owens for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN. {Pass was tipped by C.Clemons (MIA#30) at the MIA10}
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q2 2:45XP MNM. NugentPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 2
- Score
- 6-14
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 0:58FG DCD. CarpenterPoints+3
- Yard line
- CIN 6
- Score
- 9-14
(:58) 5-D.Carpenter 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 0:03FG DCD. CarpenterPoints+3
- Yard line
- CIN 36
- Score
- 12-14
(:03) 5-D.Carpenter 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q3 2:51FG DCD. CarpenterPoints+3
- Yard line
- CIN 14
- Score
- 15-14
(2:51) 5-D.Carpenter 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q4 11:23TD Ryan WilliamsPoints+6
- Yard line
- CIN 1
- Score
- 21-14
(11:23) 34-R.Williams left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. Cincinnati challenged the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. (Timeout #2 at 11:15.)
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q4 11:15XP DCD. CarpenterPoints+1
- Yard line
- CIN 2
- Score
- 22-14
5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1D. Bess · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +3.99 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.44 EPA/play
- 2C. Henne · Miami Dolphins · Passing · +3.85 total EPA · 41 snaps · +0.09 EPA/play
- 3B. Marshall · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +3.03 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.43 EPA/play
- 4B. Hartline · Miami Dolphins · Rushing · +2.47 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.47 EPA/play
- 5C. Ochocinco · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +1.75 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.22 EPA/play
- 6Ryan Williams · Miami Dolphins · Rushing · +1.56 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.17 EPA/play
- 7
Ben Scott · Cincinnati Bengals · Rushing · +1.27 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.63 EPA/play - 8A. Fasano · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +0.63 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.10 EPA/play
FantasyHQ Game MVP
Highest total EPA with the player's top snap and the game's biggest single play when different.
FantasyHQ Game MVP
D. Bess — MIA · Receiving
D. Bess posted the highest total EPA (+3.99) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Miami Dolphins. Across 9 counted snaps, they averaged +0.44 EPA per play.
D. Bess's top snap (+4.15 EPA): (11:22) 10-K.Huber punts 30 yards to CIN 45, Center-46-C.Harris. 15-D.Bess MUFFS catch, RECOVERED by CIN-93-M.Johnson at CIN 45.
Quarterback report card
C. Palmer led all passers in efficiency for Cincinnati Bengals, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- C. Palmer (Cincinnati Bengals) · 41 dropbacks · 41.5% completion · -15.0% CPOE · -0.08 EPA/play · -3.21 total EPA
- C. Henne (Miami Dolphins) · 41 dropbacks · 58.5% completion · +4.3% CPOE · +0.09 EPA/play · +3.85 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Miami Dolphins | Cincinnati Bengals |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.141 | +0.008 |
| Offensive success rate | 47.7% | 41.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.094 | -0.078 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.058 | +0.009 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.008 | -0.141 |
| Defensive success rate | 58.8% | 52.3% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Miami Dolphins generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.14 vs +0.01), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Miami Dolphins: +0.14 EPA/play (81st percentile vs. 2010 team-game averages)
- Cincinnati Bengals: +0.01 EPA/play (51st percentile vs. 2010 team-game averages)
- Cincinnati Bengals: 12 drives, +0.69 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Miami Dolphins: 12 drives, +12.14 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Cincinnati Bengals — Tyler Owens (C. Palmer pass)
- Cincinnati Bengals — Tyler Owens (C. Palmer pass)
- Miami Dolphins — Ryan Williams
Field goals
- Miami Dolphins — D. Carpenter
- Miami Dolphins — D. Carpenter
- Miami Dolphins — D. Carpenter
- Miami Dolphins — D. Carpenter
- Miami Dolphins — D. Carpenter
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 7–3. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the MIA 7 (Q1 7:24) — (7:24) (Shotgun) 9-C.Palmer pass short middle to 81-T.Owens for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q1 7:20) — 2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the CIN 20 (Q1 2:20) — (2:20) 5-D.Carpenter 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields..
The second quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 9–7. Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the CIN 24 (Q2 8:24) — (8:24) 5-D.Carpenter 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.; Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the MIA 37 (Q2 2:52) — (2:52) 9-C.Palmer pass deep left to 81-T.Owens for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN. {Pass was tipped by C.Clemons (MIA#30) at the MIA10}; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q2 2:45) — 2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the CIN 6 (Q2 0:58) — (:58) 5-D.Carpenter 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the CIN 36 (Q2 0:03) — (:03) 5-D.Carpenter 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields..
The third quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 3–0. Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the CIN 14 (Q3 2:51) — (2:51) 5-D.Carpenter 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields..
The fourth quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 7–0. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the CIN 1 (Q4 11:23); Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q4 11:15) — 5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 8:07) — (8:07) 7-C.Henne pass short left to 15-D.Bess pushed ob at CIN 48 for 20 yards (42-C.Crocker).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q4 2:54) — (2:54) 9-C.Palmer pass short right intended for 81-T.Owens INTERCEPTED by 24-S.Smith at MIA 7. 24-S.Smith to MIA 25 for 18 yards (87-A.Caldwell).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 2:52) — (2:52) 9-C.Palmer pass deep left to 81-T.Owens for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN. {Pass was tipped by C.Clemons (MIA#30) at the MIA10}
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q3 11:22) — (11:22) 10-K.Huber punts 30 yards to CIN 45, Center-46-C.Harris. 15-D.Bess MUFFS catch, RECOVERED by CIN-93-M.Johnson at CIN 45.
- Miami Dolphins (Q4 12:44) — (12:44) 82-B.Hartline left end to CIN 19 for 30 yards (29-L.Hall). {End around}
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q3 11:22) — (11:22) 10-K.Huber punts 30 yards to CIN 45, Center-46-C.Harris. 15-D.Bess MUFFS catch, RECOVERED by CIN-93-M.Johnson at CIN 45.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q4 2:54) — (2:54) 9-C.Palmer pass short right intended for 81-T.Owens INTERCEPTED by 24-S.Smith at MIA 7. 24-S.Smith to MIA 25 for 18 yards (87-A.Caldwell).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 2:52) — (2:52) 9-C.Palmer pass deep left to 81-T.Owens for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN. {Pass was tipped by C.Clemons (MIA#30) at the MIA10}
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 8:07) — (8:07) 7-C.Henne pass short left to 15-D.Bess pushed ob at CIN 48 for 20 yards (42-C.Crocker).
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q1 7:24 · MIA 7 · Score 0-6
(7:24) (Shotgun) 9-C.Palmer pass short middle to 81-T.Owens for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q1 7:20 · MIA 2 · Score 0-7
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q1 2:20 · CIN 20 · Score 3-7
(2:20) 5-D.Carpenter 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q2 8:24 · CIN 24 · Score 6-7
(8:24) 5-D.Carpenter 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q2 2:52 · MIA 37 · Score 6-13
(2:52) 9-C.Palmer pass deep left to 81-T.Owens for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN. {Pass was tipped by C.Clemons (MIA#30) at the MIA10} - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q2 2:45 · MIA 2 · Score 6-14
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q2 0:58 · CIN 6 · Score 9-14
(:58) 5-D.Carpenter 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q2 0:03 · CIN 36 · Score 12-14
(:03) 5-D.Carpenter 54 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q3 2:51 · CIN 14 · Score 15-14
(2:51) 5-D.Carpenter 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q4 11:23 · CIN 1 · Score 21-14
(11:23) 34-R.Williams left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. Cincinnati challenged the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. (Timeout #2 at 11:15.) - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q4 11:15 · CIN 2 · Score 22-14
5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Miami Dolphins earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- D. Bess (Miami Dolphins) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- C. Palmer (CIN) finished below expected efficiency despite volume.
- C. Henne (MIA) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
Frequently asked questions
Who won Miami Dolphins vs Cincinnati Bengals on 2010-10-31?
The Miami Dolphins beat the Cincinnati Bengals 22-14 in Week 8, 2010.
What was the score by quarter in Miami Dolphins vs Cincinnati Bengals?
Q1: Miami Dolphins 3, Cincinnati Bengals 7; Q2: Miami Dolphins 9, Cincinnati Bengals 7; Q3: Miami Dolphins 3, Cincinnati Bengals 0; Q4: Miami Dolphins 7, Cincinnati Bengals 0; Final: Miami Dolphins 22, Cincinnati Bengals 14.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Miami Dolphins vs Cincinnati Bengals?
Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — T. Owens (C. Palmer pass) (Q1 7:24) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — T. Owens (C. Palmer pass) (Q2 2:52) Miami Dolphins touchdown — R. Williams (Q4 11:23) Miami Dolphins field goal — D. Carpenter (Q1 2:20, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — D. Carpenter (Q2 8:24, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — D. Carpenter (Q2 0:58, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — D. Carpenter (Q2 0:03, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — D. Carpenter (Q3 2:51, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Miami Dolphins vs Cincinnati Bengals?
C. Palmer (Cincinnati Bengals), 41.5% completion, -15.0% CPOE, -0.08 EPA per dropback, -3.21 total passing EPA. C. Henne (Miami Dolphins), 58.5% completion, +4.3% CPOE, +0.09 EPA per dropback, +3.85 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Miami Dolphins vs Cincinnati Bengals?
D. Bess (Miami Dolphins) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +3.99 total EPA on Receiving plays. across 9 snaps. Their top snap (+4.15 EPA): (11:22) 10-K.Huber punts 30 yards to CIN 45, Center-46-C.Harris. 15-D.Bess MUFFS catch, RECOVERED by CIN-93-M.Johnson at CIN 45..
Season records after this game
Miami Dolphins
Entered 3-3 Now 4-3 W
Cincinnati Bengals
Entered 2-4 Now 2-5 L
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