Game story
In Week 13 of the 1999 NFL season on 1999-12-05, the Detroit Lions took care of business against the Washington Commanders, pulling away with a 33–17 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 27 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
B. Johnson (Washington Commanders) paced the passing game, with -19.69 total EPA.
On the individual side, G. Crowell (Detroit Lions) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +4.66 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+41.6% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Washington Commanders changed the game: J.Hanson kicks 71 yards from DET 30 to WAS -1. B.Mitchell to WAS 14 for 15 yards (I.Uwaezuoke).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Commanders | 3 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Detroit Lions | 0 | 20 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 33 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 G. Crowell · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +4.66 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.58 EPA/play
- 2 B. Mitchell · Washington Commanders · Rushing · +3.08 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.51 EPA/play
- 3 L. Centers · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.70 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.27 EPA/play
- 4 M. Westbrook · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.42 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.27 EPA/play
- 5 H. Moore · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +1.59 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.23 EPA/play
- 6 A. Connell · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +0.65 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.08 EPA/play
- 7 J. Thrash · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +0.57 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.57 EPA/play
- 8 D. Sloan · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +0.42 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.10 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
G. Crowell — DET · Receiving
G. Crowell posted the highest total EPA (+4.66) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Detroit Lions's efficiency. Across 8 counted snaps, they averaged +0.58 EPA per play.
The signature play (-7.51 EPA) came from Washington Commanders: (8:16) B.Johnson sacked at WAS 11 for -9 yards (J.Jones). FUMBLES (J.Jones), RECOVERED by DET-L.Elliss at WAS 11. L.Elliss for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
Field goals
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
- Detroit Lions — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 3–0. Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the DET 24 (Q1 60:00) — (15:00) B.Conway 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson..
The second quarter: Detroit Lions won the period 20–7. Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the WAS 32 (Q2 41:44) — (11:44) J.Hanson 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the DET 30 (Q2 36:02) — J.Hanson kicks 65 yards from DET 30 to WAS 5. J.Thrash for 95 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the DET 2 (Q2 35:46) — B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson.; Detroit Lions found the end zone from the WAS 23 (Q2 35:34) — (5:34) G.Frerotte pass to H.Moore for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Detroit Lions added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q2 33:23) — J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett.; Detroit Lions found the end zone from the DET 84 (Q2 31:52) — (1:52) M.Turk punts 52 yards to DET 32, Center-D.Turk. D.Howard for 68 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Detroit Lions added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q2 31:34) — J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett.; Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the WAS 27 (Q2 30:10) — (:10) J.Hanson 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett..
The third quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 7–0. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the DET 39 (Q3 28:09) — (13:09) B.Johnson pass to M.Westbrook for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the DET 2 (Q3 27:21) — B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson..
The fourth quarter: Detroit Lions won the period 13–0. Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the WAS 18 (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) J.Hanson 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett.; Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the WAS 34 (Q4 9:48) — (9:48) J.Hanson 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett.; Detroit Lions found the end zone from the DET 80 (Q4 8:16); Detroit Lions added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q4 8:09) — J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Washington Commanders (Q1 60:00) — J.Hanson kicks 71 yards from DET 30 to WAS -1. B.Mitchell to WAS 14 for 15 yards (I.Uwaezuoke).
- Washington Commanders (Q2 36:02) — J.Hanson kicks 65 yards from DET 30 to WAS 5. J.Thrash for 95 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q3 28:09) — (13:09) B.Johnson pass to M.Westbrook for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q1 49:44) — (4:44) B.Johnson pass INTERCEPTED by R.Rice at DET 43. R.Rice to DET 48 for 5 yards (L.Bowie).
- Washington Commanders (Q2 31:52) — (1:52) M.Turk punts 52 yards to DET 32, Center-D.Turk. D.Howard for 68 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Washington Commanders (Q4 8:16) — (8:16) B.Johnson sacked at WAS 11 for -9 yards (J.Jones). FUMBLES (J.Jones), RECOVERED by DET-L.Elliss at WAS 11. L.Elliss for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q2 36:02) — J.Hanson kicks 65 yards from DET 30 to WAS 5. J.Thrash for 95 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q2 31:52) — (1:52) M.Turk punts 52 yards to DET 32, Center-D.Turk. D.Howard for 68 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q3 28:09) — (13:09) B.Johnson pass to M.Westbrook for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
B.Johnson led all passers in efficiency for Washington Commanders, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- B.Johnson (Washington Commanders) · 52 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · -0.38 EPA/play · -19.69 total EPA
- G.Frerotte (Detroit Lions) · 37 dropbacks · 56.8% completion · -0.03 EPA/play · -1.09 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Washington Commanders | Detroit Lions |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.223 | -0.088 |
| Offensive success rate | 33.3% | 41.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.379 | -0.041 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.060 | -0.316 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.088 | +0.223 |
| Defensive success rate | 58.3% | 66.7% |
By the numbers
Detroit Lions held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.09 vs -0.22), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Detroit Lions: 14 drives, -7.37 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 15 drives, -22.73 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Detroit Lions leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- G. Crowell (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.
- Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q1 60:00 · DET 24 · Score 3-0
(15:00) B.Conway 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson. - Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q2 41:44 · WAS 32 · Score 3-3
(11:44) J.Hanson 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 36:02 · DET 30 · Score 9-3
J.Hanson kicks 65 yards from DET 30 to WAS 5. J.Thrash for 95 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 35:46 · DET 2 · Score 10-3
B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson. - Detroit Lions TD (+6) — Q2 35:34 · WAS 23 · Score 10-9
(5:34) G.Frerotte pass to H.Moore for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Detroit Lions XP (+1) — Q2 33:23 · WAS 2 · Score 10-10
J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett. - Detroit Lions TD (+6) — Q2 31:52 · DET 84 · Score 10-16
(1:52) M.Turk punts 52 yards to DET 32, Center-D.Turk. D.Howard for 68 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Detroit Lions XP (+1) — Q2 31:34 · WAS 2 · Score 10-17
J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett. - Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q2 30:10 · WAS 27 · Score 10-20
(:10) J.Hanson 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q3 28:09 · DET 39 · Score 16-20
(13:09) B.Johnson pass to M.Westbrook for 39 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q3 27:21 · DET 2 · Score 17-20
B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-B.Johnson. - Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q4 15:00 · WAS 18 · Score 17-23
(15:00) J.Hanson 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett. - Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q4 9:48 · WAS 34 · Score 17-26
(9:48) J.Hanson 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett. - Detroit Lions TD (+6) — Q4 8:16 · DET 80 · Score 17-32
(8:16) B.Johnson sacked at WAS 11 for -9 yards (J.Jones). FUMBLES (J.Jones), RECOVERED by DET-L.Elliss at WAS 11. L.Elliss for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Detroit Lions XP (+1) — Q4 8:09 · WAS 2 · Score 17-33
J.Hanson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Compton, Holder-J.Jett.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions?
The Detroit Lions beat the Washington Commanders 33-17 in Week 13, 1999 on 1999-12-05.
What was the final score of Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions?
The final score was Washington Commanders 17, Detroit Lions 33 (WAS 17-33 DET) in Week 13, 1999 on 1999-12-05.
What was the score by quarter in Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions?
Q1: Washington Commanders 3, Detroit Lions 0; Q2: Washington Commanders 7, Detroit Lions 20; Q3: Washington Commanders 7, Detroit Lions 0; Q4: Washington Commanders 0, Detroit Lions 13; Final: Washington Commanders 17, Detroit Lions 33.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions?
Washington Commanders touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 36:02) Detroit Lions touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 35:34) Detroit Lions touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 31:52) Washington Commanders touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 28:09) Detroit Lions touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 8:16) Washington Commanders field goal — unlisted player (Q1 60:00, 3 pts) Detroit Lions field goal — unlisted player (Q2 41:44, 3 pts) Detroit Lions field goal — unlisted player (Q2 30:10, 3 pts) Detroit Lions field goal — unlisted player (Q4 15:00, 3 pts) Detroit Lions field goal — unlisted player (Q4 9:48, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions?
B. Johnson (Washington Commanders), 50.0% completion, -0.38 EPA per dropback, -19.69 total passing EPA. G. Frerotte (Detroit Lions), 56.8% completion, -0.03 EPA per dropback, -1.09 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions?
G. Crowell (Detroit Lions) led the game in total EPA with +4.66 on receiving plays. across 8 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-7.51 EPA): (8:16) B.Johnson sacked at WAS 11 for -9 yards (J.Jones). FUMBLES (J.Jones), RECOVERED by DET-L.Elliss at WAS 11. L.Elliss for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +41.6%.
Season records after this game
Washington Commanders
Entered 7-4 Now 7-5 L
Detroit Lions
Entered 7-4 Now 8-4 W
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