Game story
In Week 10 of the 2000 NFL season on 2000-11-05, the Miami Dolphins took care of business against the Detroit Lions, pulling away with a 23–8 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Fiedler (Miami Dolphins) paced the passing game, with -1.67 total EPA.
On the individual side, L. Foster (Detroit Lions) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +3.37 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+48.0% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Miami Dolphins changed the game: J.Hanson kicks 72 yards from DET 30 to MIA -2. A.Denson pushed ob at DET 46 for 56 yards (J.Hanson).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Dolphins | 14 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| Detroit Lions | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 L. Foster · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +3.37 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.69 EPA/play
- 2 D. Sloan · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +3.25 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.54 EPA/play
- 3 L. Smith · Miami Dolphins · Rushing · +2.85 total EPA · 24 snaps · +0.12 EPA/play
- 4 J. Weaver · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +2.22 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.22 EPA/play
- 5 J. Fiedler · Miami Dolphins · Rushing · +2.01 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.25 EPA/play
- 6 H. Moore · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +1.89 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.31 EPA/play
- 7 O. Gadsden · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +1.34 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.22 EPA/play
- 8 L. Shepherd · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +1.00 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.00 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
L. Foster — DET · Receiving
L. Foster posted the highest total EPA (+3.37) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Detroit Lions's efficiency. Across 2 counted snaps, they averaged +1.69 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.89 EPA) came from Detroit Lions: O.Mare kicks 58 yards from MIA 30 to DET 12. T.Fair to DET 28 for 16 yards (D.Dyer). FUMBLES (D.Dyer), RECOVERED by MIA-T.Russell at DET 28. T.Russell to DET 28 for no gain (T.Fair).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Miami Dolphins — unlisted player
- Miami Dolphins — unlisted player
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
Field goals
- Miami Dolphins — unlisted player
- Miami Dolphins — unlisted player
- Miami Dolphins — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 14–0. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the DET 46 (Q1 59:48) — (14:48) L.Smith right guard for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the DET 2 (Q1 59:39) — O.Mare extra point is GOOD, Center-E.Perry, Holder-D.Huard.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the DET 8 (Q1 53:36) — (8:36) L.Smith up the middle for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the DET 2 (Q1 53:31) — O.Mare extra point is GOOD, Center-E.Perry, Holder-D.Huard..
The second quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 3–0. Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the DET 22 (Q2 41:02) — (11:02) O.Mare 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-E.Perry, Holder-D.Huard..
The third quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 6–0. Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the DET 20 (Q3 27:41) — (12:41) O.Mare 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-E.Perry, Holder-D.Huard.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the DET 23 (Q3 15:57) — (:57) O.Mare 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-E.Perry, Holder-D.Huard..
The fourth quarter: Detroit Lions won the period 8–0. Detroit Lions found the end zone from the MIA 3 (Q4 11:05) — (11:05) J.Stewart up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Detroit Lions registered a safety from the MIA 2 (Q4 11:01).
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Miami Dolphins (Q1 60:00) — J.Hanson kicks 72 yards from DET 30 to MIA -2. A.Denson pushed ob at DET 46 for 56 yards (J.Hanson).
- Miami Dolphins (Q1 59:48) — (14:48) L.Smith right guard for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Detroit Lions (Q2 36:03) — (6:03) L.Foster left end to MIA 3 for 16 yards (S.Madison). FUMBLES (S.Madison), RECOVERED by MIA-P.Surtain at MIA 0. Touchback. Foster took the ball on the reverse.
- Detroit Lions (Q2 36:49) — (6:49) C.Batch pass to L.Foster to MIA 19 for 20 yards (B.Walker). shovel pass
- Miami Dolphins (Q1 55:33) — (10:33) (Shotgun) J.Fiedler pass to L.Shepherd to DET 20 for 7 yards (L.Campbell).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Detroit Lions (Q3 30:00) — O.Mare kicks 58 yards from MIA 30 to DET 12. T.Fair to DET 28 for 16 yards (D.Dyer). FUMBLES (D.Dyer), RECOVERED by MIA-T.Russell at DET 28. T.Russell to DET 28 for no gain (T.Fair).
- Miami Dolphins (Q1 59:48) — (14:48) L.Smith right guard for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Detroit Lions (Q2 36:03) — (6:03) L.Foster left end to MIA 3 for 16 yards (S.Madison). FUMBLES (S.Madison), RECOVERED by MIA-P.Surtain at MIA 0. Touchback. Foster took the ball on the reverse.
- Detroit Lions (Q2 36:49) — (6:49) C.Batch pass to L.Foster to MIA 19 for 20 yards (B.Walker). shovel pass
Quarterback report card
J.Fiedler led all passers in efficiency for Miami Dolphins, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Fiedler (Miami Dolphins) · 20 dropbacks · 65.0% completion · -0.08 EPA/play · -1.67 total EPA
- C.Batch (Detroit Lions) · 20 dropbacks · 40.0% completion · +0.00 EPA/play · +0.03 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Miami Dolphins | Detroit Lions |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.033 | -0.243 |
| Offensive success rate | 42.3% | 36.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.056 | -0.073 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.109 | -0.307 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.243 | -0.033 |
| Defensive success rate | 64.0% | 57.7% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Miami Dolphins generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.03 vs -0.24), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Detroit Lions: 11 drives, -18.24 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Miami Dolphins: 12 drives, +2.59 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Miami Dolphins leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- L. Foster (Detroit Lions) 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.
- Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q1 59:48 · DET 46 · Score 6-0
(14:48) L.Smith right guard for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q1 59:39 · DET 2 · Score 7-0
O.Mare extra point is GOOD, Center-E.Perry, Holder-D.Huard. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q1 53:36 · DET 8 · Score 13-0
(8:36) L.Smith up the middle for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q1 53:31 · DET 2 · Score 14-0
O.Mare extra point is GOOD, Center-E.Perry, Holder-D.Huard. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q2 41:02 · DET 22 · Score 17-0
(11:02) O.Mare 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-E.Perry, Holder-D.Huard. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q3 27:41 · DET 20 · Score 20-0
(12:41) O.Mare 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-E.Perry, Holder-D.Huard. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q3 15:57 · DET 23 · Score 23-0
(:57) O.Mare 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-E.Perry, Holder-D.Huard. - Detroit Lions TD (+6) — Q4 11:05 · MIA 3 · Score 23-6
(11:05) J.Stewart up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Detroit Lions Safety (+2) — Q4 11:01 · MIA 2 · Score 23-8
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. S.Case pass to J.Morton is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. Play Challenged by MIA and Upheld. (Timeout #2 at 11:01.)
Frequently asked questions
Who won Miami Dolphins vs Detroit Lions?
The Miami Dolphins beat the Detroit Lions 23-8 in Week 10, 2000 on 2000-11-05.
What was the final score of Miami Dolphins vs Detroit Lions?
The final score was Miami Dolphins 23, Detroit Lions 8 (MIA 23-8 DET) in Week 10, 2000 on 2000-11-05.
What was the score by quarter in Miami Dolphins vs Detroit Lions?
Q1: Miami Dolphins 14, Detroit Lions 0; Q2: Miami Dolphins 3, Detroit Lions 0; Q3: Miami Dolphins 6, Detroit Lions 0; Q4: Miami Dolphins 0, Detroit Lions 8; Final: Miami Dolphins 23, Detroit Lions 8.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Miami Dolphins vs Detroit Lions?
Miami Dolphins touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 59:48) Miami Dolphins touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 53:36) Detroit Lions touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 11:05) Miami Dolphins field goal — unlisted player (Q2 41:02, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — unlisted player (Q3 27:41, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — unlisted player (Q3 15:57, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Miami Dolphins vs Detroit Lions?
J. Fiedler (Miami Dolphins), 65.0% completion, -0.08 EPA per dropback, -1.67 total passing EPA. C. Batch (Detroit Lions), 40.0% completion, +0.00 EPA per dropback, +0.03 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Miami Dolphins vs Detroit Lions?
L. Foster (Detroit Lions) led the game in total EPA with +3.37 on receiving plays. across 2 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.89 EPA): O.Mare kicks 58 yards from MIA 30 to DET 12. T.Fair to DET 28 for 16 yards (D.Dyer). FUMBLES (D.Dyer), RECOVERED by MIA-T.Russell at DET 28. T.Russell to DET 28 for no gain (T.Fair. The biggest win-probability swing was +48.0%.
Season records after this game
Miami Dolphins
Entered 5-2 Now 6-2 W
Detroit Lions
Entered 5-3 Now 5-4 L
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