Game story
In Week 3 of the 1999 NFL season on 1999-09-26, the Washington Commanders took care of business against the New York Jets, pulling away with a 27–20 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 20 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
R. Mirer (New York Jets) paced the passing game, with -0.59 total EPA.
On the individual side, B. Johnson (Washington Commanders) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +11.12 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+43.4% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Washington Commanders changed the game: J.Hall kicks 70 yards from NYJ 30 to WAS 0. B.Mitchell to WAS 22 for 22 yards (M.Coleman, F.Baxter).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Commanders | 0 | 10 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 27 |
| New York Jets | 7 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 20 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 B. Johnson · Washington Commanders · Passing · +11.12 total EPA · 34 snaps · +0.33 EPA/play
- 2 R. Anderson · New York Jets · Receiving · +4.93 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.99 EPA/play
- 3 D. Ward · New York Jets · Receiving · +4.33 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.87 EPA/play
- 4 A. Connell · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +4.23 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.60 EPA/play
- 5 S. Alexander · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +4.20 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.84 EPA/play
- 6 M. Westbrook · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +3.01 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.38 EPA/play
- 7 S. Davis · Washington Commanders · Rushing · +3.00 total EPA · 25 snaps · +0.12 EPA/play
- 8 Q. Early · New York Jets · Receiving · +2.90 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.97 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
B. Johnson — WAS · Passing
B. Johnson posted the highest total EPA (+11.12) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Washington Commanders's efficiency. Across 34 counted snaps, they averaged +0.33 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.35 EPA) came from New York Jets: (4:00) R.Mirer sacked at NYJ 21 for -7 yards (K.Lang). FUMBLES (K.Lang), RECOVERED by WAS-D.Wilkinson at NYJ 21.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- New York Jets — unlisted player
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- New York Jets — unlisted player
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
Field goals
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- Washington Commanders — unlisted player
- New York Jets — unlisted player
- New York Jets — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: New York Jets won the period 7–0. New York Jets found the end zone from the WAS 35 (Q1 54:28) — (9:28) R.Mirer pass to D.Ward for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Jets added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q1 52:37) — J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa..
The second quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 10–0. Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the NYJ 8 (Q2 41:19) — (11:19) B.Conway 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-M.Turk.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the NYJ 1 (Q2 31:57) — (1:57) S.Davis left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the NYJ 2 (Q2 31:06) — B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-M.Turk..
The third quarter: New York Jets won the period 7–3. Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the NYJ 32 (Q3 26:36) — (11:36) B.Conway 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-M.Turk.; New York Jets found the end zone from the WAS 3 (Q3 19:52) — (4:52) C.Martin up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Jets added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q3 16:35) — J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa..
The fourth quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 14–6. New York Jets connected on a field goal from the WAS 19 (Q4 13:01) — (13:01) J.Hall 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the NYJ 4 (Q4 8:04) — (8:04) S.Davis right tackle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the NYJ 2 (Q4 4:00) — B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-M.Turk.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the NYJ 7 (Q4 2:31) — (2:31) S.Davis left tackle for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the NYJ 2 (Q4 2:02) — B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-M.Turk.; New York Jets connected on a field goal from the WAS 16 (Q4 1:58) — (1:58) J.Hall 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Washington Commanders (Q1 60:00) — J.Hall kicks 70 yards from NYJ 30 to WAS 0. B.Mitchell to WAS 22 for 22 yards (M.Coleman, F.Baxter).
- New York Jets (Q4 4:00) — (4:00) R.Mirer sacked at NYJ 21 for -7 yards (K.Lang). FUMBLES (K.Lang), RECOVERED by WAS-D.Wilkinson at NYJ 21.
- Washington Commanders (Q4 8:04) — (8:04) B.Johnson pass incomplete to A.Connell. PENALTY on NYJ-R.Mickens, Defensive Pass Interference, 35 yards, enforced at WAS 47 - No Play.
- Washington Commanders (Q3 26:36) — (11:36) B.Conway 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-M.Turk.
- Washington Commanders (Q4 8:04) — (8:04) S.Davis right tackle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- New York Jets (Q4 4:00) — (4:00) R.Mirer sacked at NYJ 21 for -7 yards (K.Lang). FUMBLES (K.Lang), RECOVERED by WAS-D.Wilkinson at NYJ 21.
- New York Jets (Q1 54:28) — (9:28) R.Mirer pass to D.Ward for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New York Jets (Q4 2:02) — B.Conway kicks 67 yards from WAS 30 to NYJ 3. K.Williams to WAS 16 for 81 yards (C.Bailey). FUMBLES (C.Bailey), ball out of bounds at WAS 11.
- New York Jets (Q3 24:35) — (9:35) R.Mirer pass to K.Johnson to NYJ 27 for 15 yards (C.Bailey).
Quarterback report card
R.Mirer led all passers in efficiency for New York Jets, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- R.Mirer (New York Jets) · 37 dropbacks · 45.9% completion · -0.02 EPA/play · -0.59 total EPA
- B.Johnson (Washington Commanders) · 34 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · +0.33 EPA/play · +11.12 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Washington Commanders | New York Jets |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.148 | +0.039 |
| Offensive success rate | 47.7% | 42.6% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.327 | -0.016 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.009 | -0.000 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.039 | -0.148 |
| Defensive success rate | 57.4% | 52.3% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Washington Commanders generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.15 vs +0.04), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- New York Jets: 12 drives, +3.68 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 13 drives, +13.01 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Washington Commanders leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- One-score margin — fantasy managers should double-check garbage-time stats before drawing conclusions.
- B. Johnson (Washington Commanders) 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.
- New York Jets TD (+6) — Q1 54:28 · WAS 35 · Score 0-6
(9:28) R.Mirer pass to D.Ward for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q1 52:37 · WAS 2 · Score 0-7
J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q2 41:19 · NYJ 8 · Score 3-7
(11:19) B.Conway 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-M.Turk. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 31:57 · NYJ 1 · Score 9-7
(1:57) S.Davis left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 31:06 · NYJ 2 · Score 10-7
B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-M.Turk. - Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q3 26:36 · NYJ 32 · Score 13-7
(11:36) B.Conway 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-M.Turk. - New York Jets TD (+6) — Q3 19:52 · WAS 3 · Score 13-13
(4:52) C.Martin up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q3 16:35 · WAS 2 · Score 13-14
J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa. - New York Jets FG (+3) — Q4 13:01 · WAS 19 · Score 13-17
(13:01) J.Hall 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 8:04 · NYJ 4 · Score 19-17
(8:04) S.Davis right tackle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q4 4:00 · NYJ 2 · Score 20-17
B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-M.Turk. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 2:31 · NYJ 7 · Score 26-17
(2:31) S.Davis left tackle for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q4 2:02 · NYJ 2 · Score 27-17
B.Conway extra point is GOOD, Center-D.Turk, Holder-M.Turk. - New York Jets FG (+3) — Q4 1:58 · WAS 16 · Score 27-20
(1:58) J.Hall 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Washington Commanders vs New York Jets?
The Washington Commanders beat the New York Jets 27-20 in Week 3, 1999 on 1999-09-26.
What was the final score of Washington Commanders vs New York Jets?
The final score was Washington Commanders 27, New York Jets 20 (WAS 27-20 NYJ) in Week 3, 1999 on 1999-09-26.
What was the score by quarter in Washington Commanders vs New York Jets?
Q1: Washington Commanders 0, New York Jets 7; Q2: Washington Commanders 10, New York Jets 0; Q3: Washington Commanders 3, New York Jets 7; Q4: Washington Commanders 14, New York Jets 6; Final: Washington Commanders 27, New York Jets 20.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Washington Commanders vs New York Jets?
New York Jets touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 54:28) Washington Commanders touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 31:57) New York Jets touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 19:52) Washington Commanders touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 8:04) Washington Commanders touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 2:31) Washington Commanders field goal — unlisted player (Q2 41:19, 3 pts) Washington Commanders field goal — unlisted player (Q3 26:36, 3 pts) New York Jets field goal — unlisted player (Q4 13:01, 3 pts) New York Jets field goal — unlisted player (Q4 1:58, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Washington Commanders vs New York Jets?
R. Mirer (New York Jets), 45.9% completion, -0.02 EPA per dropback, -0.59 total passing EPA. B. Johnson (Washington Commanders), 50.0% completion, +0.33 EPA per dropback, +11.12 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Washington Commanders vs New York Jets?
B. Johnson (Washington Commanders) led the game in total EPA with +11.12 on passing plays. across 34 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.35 EPA): (4:00) R.Mirer sacked at NYJ 21 for -7 yards (K.Lang). FUMBLES (K.Lang), RECOVERED by WAS-D.Wilkinson at NYJ 21.. The biggest win-probability swing was +43.4%.
Was Washington Commanders vs New York Jets a close game?
Yes — the margin was 7 points. Washington Commanders won 27-20 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Washington Commanders
Entered 1-1 Now 2-1 W
New York Jets
Entered 0-2 Now 0-3 L
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