Game story
In Week 13 of the 2019 NFL season on 2019-12-01, the Tennessee Titans took care of business against the Indianapolis Colts, pulling away with a 31–17 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Brissett (Indianapolis Colts) paced the passing game, with -4.21 total EPA, and -1.0% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, Z. Pascal (Indianapolis Colts) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +7.26 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-38.8% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Indianapolis Colts changed the game: (5:12) 4-A.Vinatieri 46 yard field goal is BLOCKED (29-D.Cruikshank), Center-46-L.Rhodes, Holder-8-R.Sanchez, RECOVERED by TEN-23-T.Smith at TEN 37. 23-T.Smith for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Titans | 7 | 0 | 10 | 14 | 0 | 31 |
| Indianapolis Colts | 7 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 Z. Pascal · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +7.26 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.73 EPA/play
- 2 K. Raymond · Tennessee Titans · Receiving · +4.82 total EPA · 1 snaps · +4.82 EPA/play
- 3 A. Brown · Tennessee Titans · Receiving · +3.52 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.88 EPA/play
- 4 A. Humphries · Tennessee Titans · Receiving · +1.36 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.68 EPA/play
- 5 M. Johnson · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +1.23 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.21 EPA/play
- 6 N. Hines · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +1.03 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.52 EPA/play
- 7 C. Davis · Tennessee Titans · Receiving · +0.93 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.46 EPA/play
- 8 A. Firkser · Tennessee Titans · Receiving · +0.78 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.19 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
Z. Pascal — IND · Receiving
Z. Pascal posted the highest total EPA (+7.26) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Indianapolis Colts's efficiency. Across 10 counted snaps, they averaged +0.73 EPA per play.
The signature play (-8.98 EPA) came from Indianapolis Colts: (5:12) 4-A.Vinatieri 46 yard field goal is BLOCKED (29-D.Cruikshank), Center-46-L.Rhodes, Holder-8-R.Sanchez, RECOVERED by TEN-23-T.Smith at TEN 37. 23-T.Smith for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Indianapolis Colts — J. Doyle (J. Brissett pass)
- Tennessee Titans — A. Humphries (R. Tannehill pass)
- Indianapolis Colts — N. Hines
- Tennessee Titans — D. Henry
- Tennessee Titans — T. Smith
- Tennessee Titans — K. Raymond (R. Tannehill pass)
Field goals
- Indianapolis Colts — A. Vinatieri
- Tennessee Titans — R. Succop
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the TEN 21 (Q1 56:10) — (11:10) 7-J.Brissett pass deep left to 84-J.Doyle for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the TEN 15 (Q1 56:03) — 4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-46-L.Rhodes, Holder-8-R.Sanchez.; Tennessee Titans found the end zone from the IND 13 (Q1 50:14); Tennessee Titans added 1 points from the IND 15 (Q1 50:05) — 4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern..
The second quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 3–0. Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the TEN 10 (Q2 36:11) — (6:11) 4-A.Vinatieri 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-L.Rhodes, Holder-8-R.Sanchez..
The third quarter: Tennessee Titans won the period 10–7. Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the TEN 1 (Q3 25:25) — (10:25) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 21-N.Hines left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the TEN 15 (Q3 25:23) — 4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-46-L.Rhodes, Holder-8-R.Sanchez.; Tennessee Titans found the end zone from the IND 13 (Q3 20:59) — (5:59) (No Huddle) 22-D.Henry left end for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Tennessee Titans added 1 points from the IND 15 (Q3 20:52) — 4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern.; Tennessee Titans connected on a field goal from the IND 12 (Q3 19:30) — (4:30) 4-R.Succop 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern..
The fourth quarter: Tennessee Titans won the period 14–0. Tennessee Titans found the end zone from the TEN 28 (Q4 5:12); Tennessee Titans added 1 points from the IND 15 (Q4 5:02) — 4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern.; Tennessee Titans found the end zone from the IND 40 (Q4 3:11) — (3:11) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep left to 14-K.Raymond for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Tennessee Titans added 1 points from the IND 15 (Q4 3:02) — 4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 5:12) — (5:12) 4-A.Vinatieri 46 yard field goal is BLOCKED (29-D.Cruikshank), Center-46-L.Rhodes, Holder-8-R.Sanchez, RECOVERED by TEN-23-T.Smith at TEN 37. 23-T.Smith for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q3 20:52) — (5:52) 7-J.Brissett pass short middle intended for 84-J.Doyle INTERCEPTED by 31-K.Byard at IND 35. 31-K.Byard to IND 14 for 21 yards (81-M.Alie-Cox).
- Tennessee Titans (Q1 47:11) — (2:11) 17-R.Tannehill sacked at TEN 37 for -8 yards (58-B.Okereke). FUMBLES (58-B.Okereke) [58-B.Okereke], RECOVERED by IND-99-J.Houston at TEN 33. 99-J.Houston to TEN 33 for no gain (81-J.Smith). Cre
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 59:51) — (14:51) (Shotgun) 7-J.Brissett pass short middle to 84-J.Doyle to TEN 30 for 9 yards (44-K.Correa).
- Tennessee Titans (Q2 43:22) — (13:22) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill sacked at IND 41 for -6 yards (sack split by 50-A.Walker and 96-D.Autry).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 5:12) — (5:12) 4-A.Vinatieri 46 yard field goal is BLOCKED (29-D.Cruikshank), Center-46-L.Rhodes, Holder-8-R.Sanchez, RECOVERED by TEN-23-T.Smith at TEN 37. 23-T.Smith for 63 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q3 20:52) — (5:52) 7-J.Brissett pass short middle intended for 84-J.Doyle INTERCEPTED by 31-K.Byard at IND 35. 31-K.Byard to IND 14 for 21 yards (81-M.Alie-Cox).
- Tennessee Titans (Q1 47:11) — (2:11) 17-R.Tannehill sacked at TEN 37 for -8 yards (58-B.Okereke). FUMBLES (58-B.Okereke) [58-B.Okereke], RECOVERED by IND-99-J.Houston at TEN 33. 99-J.Houston to TEN 33 for no gain (81-J.Smith). Cre
- Tennessee Titans (Q4 3:11) — (3:11) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep left to 14-K.Raymond for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
J.Brissett led all passers in efficiency for Indianapolis Colts, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Brissett (Indianapolis Colts) · 45 dropbacks · 55.6% completion · -1.0% CPOE · -0.09 EPA/play · -4.21 total EPA
- R.Tannehill (Tennessee Titans) · 30 dropbacks · 56.7% completion · +8.9% CPOE · -0.17 EPA/play · -5.23 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Tennessee Titans | Indianapolis Colts |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.074 | -0.269 |
| Offensive success rate | 41.3% | 40.9% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.174 | -0.094 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.027 | -0.132 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.269 | +0.074 |
| Defensive success rate | 59.1% | 58.7% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Tennessee Titans generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.07 vs -0.27), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Indianapolis Colts: 13 drives, -23.67 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Tennessee Titans: 13 drives, -5.54 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Tennessee Titans leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- Z. Pascal (Indianapolis Colts) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- R. Tannehill (TEN) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q1 56:10 · TEN 21 · Score 0-6
(11:10) 7-J.Brissett pass deep left to 84-J.Doyle for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q1 56:03 · TEN 15 · Score 0-7
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-46-L.Rhodes, Holder-8-R.Sanchez. - Tennessee Titans TD (+6) — Q1 50:14 · IND 13 · Score 6-7
(5:14) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass short left to 10-A.Humphries for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the runner broke the plane ruling, and t - Tennessee Titans XP (+1) — Q1 50:05 · IND 15 · Score 7-7
4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q2 36:11 · TEN 10 · Score 7-10
(6:11) 4-A.Vinatieri 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-L.Rhodes, Holder-8-R.Sanchez. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q3 25:25 · TEN 1 · Score 7-16
(10:25) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 21-N.Hines left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q3 25:23 · TEN 15 · Score 7-17
4-A.Vinatieri extra point is GOOD, Center-46-L.Rhodes, Holder-8-R.Sanchez. - Tennessee Titans TD (+6) — Q3 20:59 · IND 13 · Score 13-17
(5:59) (No Huddle) 22-D.Henry left end for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Tennessee Titans XP (+1) — Q3 20:52 · IND 15 · Score 14-17
4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern. - Tennessee Titans FG (+3) — Q3 19:30 · IND 12 · Score 17-17
(4:30) 4-R.Succop 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern. - Tennessee Titans TD (+6) — Q4 5:12 · TEN 28 · Score 23-17
(5:12) 4-A.Vinatieri 46 yard field goal is BLOCKED (29-D.Cruikshank), Center-46-L.Rhodes, Holder-8-R.Sanchez, RECOVERED by TEN-23-T.Smith at TEN 37. 23-T.Smith - Tennessee Titans XP (+1) — Q4 5:02 · IND 15 · Score 24-17
4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern. - Tennessee Titans TD (+6) — Q4 3:11 · IND 40 · Score 30-17
(3:11) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep left to 14-K.Raymond for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Tennessee Titans XP (+1) — Q4 3:02 · IND 15 · Score 31-17
4-R.Succop extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.Brinkley, Holder-6-B.Kern.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts?
The Tennessee Titans beat the Indianapolis Colts 31-17 in Week 13, 2019 on 2019-12-01.
What was the final score of Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts?
The final score was Tennessee Titans 31, Indianapolis Colts 17 (TEN 31-17 IND) in Week 13, 2019 on 2019-12-01.
What was the score by quarter in Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts?
Q1: Tennessee Titans 7, Indianapolis Colts 7; Q2: Tennessee Titans 0, Indianapolis Colts 3; Q3: Tennessee Titans 10, Indianapolis Colts 7; Q4: Tennessee Titans 14, Indianapolis Colts 0; Final: Tennessee Titans 31, Indianapolis Colts 17.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts?
Indianapolis Colts touchdown — J. Doyle (J. Brissett pass) (Q1 56:10) Tennessee Titans touchdown — A. Humphries (R. Tannehill pass) (Q1 50:14) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — N. Hines (Q3 25:25) Tennessee Titans touchdown — D. Henry (Q3 20:59) Tennessee Titans touchdown — T. Smith (Q4 5:12) Tennessee Titans touchdown — K. Raymond (R. Tannehill pass) (Q4 3:11) Indianapolis Colts field goal — A. Vinatieri (Q2 36:11, 3 pts) Tennessee Titans field goal — R. Succop (Q3 19:30, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts?
J. Brissett (Indianapolis Colts), 55.6% completion, -1.0% CPOE, -0.09 EPA per dropback, -4.21 total passing EPA. R. Tannehill (Tennessee Titans), 56.7% completion, +8.9% CPOE, -0.17 EPA per dropback, -5.23 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts?
Z. Pascal (Indianapolis Colts) led the game in total EPA with +7.26 on receiving plays. across 10 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-8.98 EPA): (5:12) 4-A.Vinatieri 46 yard field goal is BLOCKED (29-D.Cruikshank), Center-46-L.Rhodes, Holder-8-R.Sanchez, RECOVERED by TEN-23-T.Smith at TEN 37. 23-T.Smith for 63 yards, TOUCHD. The biggest win-probability swing was -38.8%.
Season records after this game
Tennessee Titans
Entered 6-5 Now 7-5 W
Indianapolis Colts
Entered 6-5 Now 6-6 L
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