Game story
In Week 13 of the 1999 NFL season on 1999-12-02, the Jacksonville Jaguars took care of business against the Pittsburgh Steelers, pulling away with a 20–6 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
M. Tomczak (Pittsburgh Steelers) paced the passing game, with -3.51 total EPA.
On the individual side, M. Brunell (Jacksonville Jaguars) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +10.29 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+54.2% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Jacksonville Jaguars changed the game: K.Brown kicks 64 yards from PIT 30 to JAX 6. R.Barlow to JAX 14 for 8 yards. FUMBLES, recovered by JAX-R.Stewart at JAX 18.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Jacksonville Jaguars | 0 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 20 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 M. Brunell · Jacksonville Jaguars · Passing · +10.29 total EPA · 42 snaps · +0.25 EPA/play
- 2 J. Smith · Jacksonville Jaguars · Receiving · +8.44 total EPA · 13 snaps · +0.65 EPA/play
- 3 K. McCardell · Jacksonville Jaguars · Receiving · +6.17 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.62 EPA/play
- 4 J. Stewart · Jacksonville Jaguars · Rushing · +2.94 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.09 EPA/play
- 5 B. Shaw · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +2.65 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.53 EPA/play
- 6 R. Huntley · Pittsburgh Steelers · Rushing · +0.84 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.28 EPA/play
- 7 S. Mack · Jacksonville Jaguars · Rushing · +0.72 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.72 EPA/play
- 8 M. Brunell · Jacksonville Jaguars · Rushing · +0.52 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.26 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
M. Brunell — JAX · Passing
M. Brunell posted the highest total EPA (+10.29) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Jacksonville Jaguars's efficiency. Across 42 counted snaps, they averaged +0.25 EPA per play.
The signature play (+3.87 EPA) came from Jacksonville Jaguars: (9:42) (Shotgun) M.Brunell pass to J.Smith 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
- Jacksonville Jaguars — unlisted player
- Jacksonville Jaguars — unlisted player
Field goals
- Pittsburgh Steelers — unlisted player
- Jacksonville Jaguars — unlisted player
- Jacksonville Jaguars — unlisted player
- Pittsburgh Steelers — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 3–0. Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the JAX 22 (Q1 57:45) — (12:45) K.Brown 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-M.Tomczak..
The second quarter: Jacksonville Jaguars won the period 6–0. Jacksonville Jaguars connected on a field goal from the PIT 7 (Q2 36:26) — (6:26) M.Hollis 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-R.Griffith, Holder-B.Barker.; Jacksonville Jaguars connected on a field goal from the PIT 13 (Q2 30:03) — (:03) M.Hollis 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-R.Griffith, Holder-B.Barker..
The third quarter: Jacksonville Jaguars won the period 7–3. Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the JAX 19 (Q3 26:49) — (11:49) K.Brown 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-M.Tomczak.; Jacksonville Jaguars found the end zone from the PIT 27 (Q3 24:42) — (9:42) (Shotgun) M.Brunell pass to J.Smith for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Jacksonville Jaguars added 1 points from the PIT 2 (Q3 21:05) — M.Hollis extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Griffith, Holder-B.Barker..
The fourth quarter: Jacksonville Jaguars won the period 7–0. Jacksonville Jaguars found the end zone from the PIT 1 (Q4 12:27) — (12:27) J.Stewart left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Jacksonville Jaguars added 1 points from the PIT 2 (Q4 8:06) — M.Hollis extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Griffith, Holder-B.Barker..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q1 60:00) — K.Brown kicks 64 yards from PIT 30 to JAX 6. R.Barlow to JAX 14 for 8 yards. FUMBLES, recovered by JAX-R.Stewart at JAX 18.
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) (Shotgun) M.Brunell pass to R.Barlow to PIT 9 for 1 yard (M.Vrabel). FUMBLES (M.Vrabel), RECOVERED by PIT-C.Emmons at PIT 9.
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q2 36:26) — (6:26) (Shotgun) M.Brunell pass incomplete to R.Barlow. PENALTY on PIT-D.Townsend, Defensive Pass Interference, 30 yards, enforced at JAX 43 - No Play.
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q2 31:15) — (1:15) (Shotgun) M.Brunell pass to D.Jones to PIT 23 for 24 yards (D.Washington).
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q3 24:42) — (9:42) (Shotgun) M.Brunell pass to J.Smith for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q3 24:42) — (9:42) (Shotgun) M.Brunell pass to J.Smith for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) (Shotgun) M.Brunell pass to R.Barlow to PIT 9 for 1 yard (M.Vrabel). FUMBLES (M.Vrabel), RECOVERED by PIT-C.Emmons at PIT 9.
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q4 12:27) — (12:27) M.Brunell pass to K.McCardell pushed ob at PIT 31 for 49 yards (T.Davis).
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q2 45:00) — (15:00) (Shotgun) M.Brunell pass to K.McCardell to PIT 15 for 22 yards (D.Townsend).
Quarterback report card
M.Tomczak led all passers in efficiency for Pittsburgh Steelers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- M.Tomczak (Pittsburgh Steelers) · 47 dropbacks · 40.4% completion · -0.07 EPA/play · -3.51 total EPA
- M.Brunell (Jacksonville Jaguars) · 42 dropbacks · 59.5% completion · +0.25 EPA/play · +10.29 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Pittsburgh Steelers | Jacksonville Jaguars |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.033 | +0.101 |
| Offensive success rate | 38.3% | 37.8% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.078 | +0.196 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.273 | +0.082 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.101 | +0.033 |
| Defensive success rate | 62.2% | 61.7% |
By the numbers
Jacksonville Jaguars held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.10 vs -0.03), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Jacksonville Jaguars: 10 drives, +9.88 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Pittsburgh Steelers: 10 drives, -2.64 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Jacksonville Jaguars leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- M. Brunell (Jacksonville Jaguars) 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.
- Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q1 57:45 · JAX 22 · Score 3-0
(12:45) K.Brown 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-M.Tomczak. - Jacksonville Jaguars FG (+3) — Q2 36:26 · PIT 7 · Score 3-3
(6:26) M.Hollis 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-R.Griffith, Holder-B.Barker. - Jacksonville Jaguars FG (+3) — Q2 30:03 · PIT 13 · Score 3-6
(:03) M.Hollis 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-R.Griffith, Holder-B.Barker. - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q3 26:49 · JAX 19 · Score 6-6
(11:49) K.Brown 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-M.Tomczak. - Jacksonville Jaguars TD (+6) — Q3 24:42 · PIT 27 · Score 6-12
(9:42) (Shotgun) M.Brunell pass to J.Smith for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Jacksonville Jaguars XP (+1) — Q3 21:05 · PIT 2 · Score 6-13
M.Hollis extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Griffith, Holder-B.Barker. - Jacksonville Jaguars TD (+6) — Q4 12:27 · PIT 1 · Score 6-19
(12:27) J.Stewart left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Jacksonville Jaguars XP (+1) — Q4 8:06 · PIT 2 · Score 6-20
M.Hollis extra point is GOOD, Center-R.Griffith, Holder-B.Barker.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Pittsburgh Steelers vs Jacksonville Jaguars?
The Jacksonville Jaguars beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 20-6 in Week 13, 1999 on 1999-12-02.
What was the final score of Pittsburgh Steelers vs Jacksonville Jaguars?
The final score was Pittsburgh Steelers 6, Jacksonville Jaguars 20 (PIT 6-20 JAX) in Week 13, 1999 on 1999-12-02.
What was the score by quarter in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Jacksonville Jaguars?
Q1: Pittsburgh Steelers 3, Jacksonville Jaguars 0; Q2: Pittsburgh Steelers 0, Jacksonville Jaguars 6; Q3: Pittsburgh Steelers 3, Jacksonville Jaguars 7; Q4: Pittsburgh Steelers 0, Jacksonville Jaguars 7; Final: Pittsburgh Steelers 6, Jacksonville Jaguars 20.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Jacksonville Jaguars?
Jacksonville Jaguars touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 24:42) Jacksonville Jaguars touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 12:27) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — unlisted player (Q1 57:45, 3 pts) Jacksonville Jaguars field goal — unlisted player (Q2 36:26, 3 pts) Jacksonville Jaguars field goal — unlisted player (Q2 30:03, 3 pts) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — unlisted player (Q3 26:49, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Jacksonville Jaguars?
M. Tomczak (Pittsburgh Steelers), 40.4% completion, -0.07 EPA per dropback, -3.51 total passing EPA. M. Brunell (Jacksonville Jaguars), 59.5% completion, +0.25 EPA per dropback, +10.29 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Jacksonville Jaguars?
M. Brunell (Jacksonville Jaguars) led the game in total EPA with +10.29 on passing plays. across 42 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+3.87 EPA): (9:42) (Shotgun) M.Brunell pass to J.Smith for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +54.2%.
Season records after this game
Pittsburgh Steelers
Entered 5-6 Now 5-7 L
Jacksonville Jaguars
Entered 10-1 Now 11-1 W
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