Quick answer
- Winner
- Minnesota Vikings
- Final score
- Minnesota Vikings 34–17 New York Giants
- Halftime
- Minnesota Vikings 14–6 New York Giants at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- C. Carter
- Top passer
- K. Collins
- Biggest EPA play
- C.Blanchard kicks 55 yards from NYG 30 to MIN 15. M.Williams for 85 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Game date
- 1999-12-26
Game summary
The Minnesota Vikings beat the New York Giants 34–17 on 1999-12-26. C. Carter posted a game-high +10.78 total EPA in the receiving.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 21 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Minnesota Vikings | 0 | 14 | 7 | 13 | 0 | 34 |
 New York Giants | 3 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 17 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
MINMinnesota Vikings(13:49) C.Blanchard 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Whittle, Holder-B.Maynard.
(13:35) L.Hoard up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
(11:59) C.Blanchard 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Whittle, Holder-B.Maynard.
(:31) L.Hoard right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
(4:37) R.Moss pass to C.Carter for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
(2:43) C.Blanchard 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Whittle, Holder-B.Maynard.
C.Blanchard kicks 55 yards from NYG 30 to MIN 15. M.Williams for 85 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
(14:44) K.Collins pass to P.Mitchell for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. K.Collins rushes up the middle. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
(7:45) R.Smith left guard for 70 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
NYGNew York GiantsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q1 13:49FG Points+3
- Yard line
- MIN 7
- Score
- 0-3
(13:49) C.Blanchard 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Whittle, Holder-B.Maynard.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 13:35TD Points+6
- Yard line
- NYG 3
- Score
- 6-3
(13:35) L.Hoard up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 11:59XP Points+1
- Yard line
- NYG 2
- Score
- 7-3
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q2 11:59FG Points+3
- Yard line
- MIN 26
- Score
- 7-6
(11:59) C.Blanchard 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Whittle, Holder-B.Maynard.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 0:31TD Points+6
- Yard line
- NYG 1
- Score
- 13-6
(:31) L.Hoard right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 0:27XP Points+1
- Yard line
- NYG 2
- Score
- 14-6
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q3 4:37TD Points+6
- Yard line
- NYG 27
- Score
- 20-6
(4:37) R.Moss pass to C.Carter for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q3 4:29XP Points+1
- Yard line
- NYG 2
- Score
- 21-6
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q3 2:43FG Points+3
- Yard line
- MIN 25
- Score
- 21-9
(2:43) C.Blanchard 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Whittle, Holder-B.Maynard.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q4 15:00TD Points+6
- Yard line
- NYG 30
- Score
- 27-9
C.Blanchard kicks 55 yards from NYG 30 to MIN 15. M.Williams for 85 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q4 14:44XP Points+1
- Yard line
- NYG 2
- Score
- 28-9
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q4 14:44TD Points+6
- Yard line
- MIN 1
- Score
- 28-15
(14:44) K.Collins pass to P.Mitchell for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q4 7:45Safety Points+2
- Yard line
- MIN 2
- Score
- 28-17
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. K.Collins rushes up the middle. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q4 7:45TD Points+6
- Yard line
- NYG 70
- Score
- 34-17
(7:45) R.Smith left guard for 70 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1C. Carter · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +10.78 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.80 EPA/play
- 2
Ryan Smith · Minnesota Vikings · Rushing · +7.90 total EPA · 16 snaps · +0.49 EPA/play - 3A. Toomer · New York Giants · Receiving · +6.65 total EPA · 15 snaps · +0.44 EPA/play
- 4L. Hoard · Minnesota Vikings · Rushing · +3.91 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.65 EPA/play
- 5P. Mitchell · New York Giants · Receiving · +3.55 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.89 EPA/play
- 6
Riley Moss · Minnesota Vikings · Passing · +3.34 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.34 EPA/play - 7J. Jurevicius · New York Giants · Receiving · +2.20 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.55 EPA/play
- 8A. Glover · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +1.49 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.37 EPA/play
FantasyHQ Game MVP
Highest total EPA with the player's top snap and the game's biggest single play when different.
FantasyHQ Game MVP
C. Carter — MIN · Receiving
C. Carter posted the highest total EPA (+10.78) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Minnesota Vikings. Across 6 counted snaps, they averaged +1.80 EPA per play.
C. Carter's top snap (+3.34 EPA): (4:37) R.Moss pass to C.Carter for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Biggest single play (+6.79 EPA): Another player — C.Blanchard kicks 55 yards from NYG 30 to MIN 15. M.Williams for 85 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
K. Collins led all passers in efficiency for New York Giants, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- K. Collins (New York Giants) · 59 dropbacks · 52.5% completion · +0.02 EPA/play · +0.94 total EPA
- Jacolby George (Minnesota Vikings) · 24 dropbacks · 41.7% completion · -0.00 EPA/play · -0.01 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Minnesota Vikings | New York Giants |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.311 | +0.033 |
| Offensive success rate | 53.4% | 47.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.042 | +0.024 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.422 | -0.155 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.033 | -0.311 |
| Defensive success rate | 52.8% | 46.6% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Minnesota Vikings generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.31 vs +0.03), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Minnesota Vikings: +0.31 EPA/play (99th percentile vs. 1999 team-game averages)
- New York Giants: +0.03 EPA/play (67th percentile vs. 1999 team-game averages)
- Minnesota Vikings: 11 drives, +22.67 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- New York Giants: 12 drives, +3.47 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- New York Giants — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
Field goals
- New York Giants — unlisted player
- New York Giants — unlisted player
- New York Giants — unlisted player
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: New York Giants won the period 3–0. New York Giants connected on a field goal from the MIN 7 (Q1 13:49) — (13:49) C.Blanchard 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Whittle, Holder-B.Maynard..
The second quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 14–3. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the NYG 3 (Q2 13:35) — (13:35) L.Hoard up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q2 11:59) — G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.; New York Giants connected on a field goal from the MIN 26 (Q2 11:59) — (11:59) C.Blanchard 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Whittle, Holder-B.Maynard.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the NYG 1 (Q2 0:31) — (:31) L.Hoard right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q2 0:27) — G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger..
The third quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 7–3. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the NYG 27 (Q3 4:37) — (4:37) R.Moss pass to C.Carter for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q3 4:29) — G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.; New York Giants connected on a field goal from the MIN 25 (Q3 2:43) — (2:43) C.Blanchard 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Whittle, Holder-B.Maynard..
The fourth quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 13–8. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the NYG 30 (Q4 15:00) — C.Blanchard kicks 55 yards from NYG 30 to MIN 15. M.Williams for 85 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q4 14:44) — G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.; New York Giants found the end zone from the MIN 1 (Q4 14:44) — (14:44) K.Collins pass to P.Mitchell for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Giants registered a safety from the MIN 2 (Q4 7:45) — TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. K.Collins rushes up the middle. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the NYG 70 (Q4 7:45) — (7:45) R.Smith left guard for 70 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q1 15:00) — C.Blanchard kicks 56 yards from NYG 30 to MIN 14. H.Morrow to MIN 34 for 20 yards (B.Sanders, S.Galyon).
- Minnesota Vikings (Q2 7:50) — (7:50) J.George pass INTERCEPTED by J.Lincoln at NYG 0. Touchback.
- New York Giants (Q2 11:59) — (11:59) (Shotgun) K.Collins pass incomplete to A.Toomer (R.Tate). PENALTY on MIN-R.Tate, Defensive Pass Interference, 25 yards, enforced at NYG 49 - No Play.
- New York Giants (Q3 15:00) — (15:00) C.Blanchard 39 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-J.Whittle, Holder-B.Maynard.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q2 7:50) — (7:50) J.George pass to C.Carter pushed ob at NYG 26 for 34 yards (J.Lincoln).
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 15:00) — C.Blanchard kicks 55 yards from NYG 30 to MIN 15. M.Williams for 85 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 7:45) — (7:45) R.Smith left guard for 70 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q2 7:50) — (7:50) J.George pass INTERCEPTED by J.Lincoln at NYG 0. Touchback.
- New York Giants (Q3 4:46) — (4:46) K.Collins pass intended for A.Toomer INTERCEPTED by A.Bass at NYG 31. A.Bass to NYG 27 for 4 yards (A.Toomer).
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- New York Giants FG (+3) — Q1 13:49 · MIN 7 · Score 0-3
(13:49) C.Blanchard 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Whittle, Holder-B.Maynard. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q2 13:35 · NYG 3 · Score 6-3
(13:35) L.Hoard up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q2 11:59 · NYG 2 · Score 7-3
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - New York Giants FG (+3) — Q2 11:59 · MIN 26 · Score 7-6
(11:59) C.Blanchard 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Whittle, Holder-B.Maynard. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q2 0:31 · NYG 1 · Score 13-6
(:31) L.Hoard right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q2 0:27 · NYG 2 · Score 14-6
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q3 4:37 · NYG 27 · Score 20-6
(4:37) R.Moss pass to C.Carter for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q3 4:29 · NYG 2 · Score 21-6
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - New York Giants FG (+3) — Q3 2:43 · MIN 25 · Score 21-9
(2:43) C.Blanchard 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Whittle, Holder-B.Maynard. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q4 15:00 · NYG 30 · Score 27-9
C.Blanchard kicks 55 yards from NYG 30 to MIN 15. M.Williams for 85 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q4 14:44 · NYG 2 · Score 28-9
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - New York Giants TD (+6) — Q4 14:44 · MIN 1 · Score 28-15
(14:44) K.Collins pass to P.Mitchell for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Giants Safety (+2) — Q4 7:45 · MIN 2 · Score 28-17
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. K.Collins rushes up the middle. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q4 7:45 · NYG 70 · Score 34-17
(7:45) R.Smith left guard for 70 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Minnesota Vikings earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- C. Carter (Minnesota Vikings) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Minnesota Vikings vs New York Giants on 1999-12-26?
The Minnesota Vikings beat the New York Giants 34-17 in Week 16, 1999.
What was the score by quarter in Minnesota Vikings vs New York Giants?
Q1: Minnesota Vikings 0, New York Giants 3; Q2: Minnesota Vikings 14, New York Giants 3; Q3: Minnesota Vikings 7, New York Giants 3; Q4: Minnesota Vikings 13, New York Giants 8; Final: Minnesota Vikings 34, New York Giants 17.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Minnesota Vikings vs New York Giants?
Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 13:35) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 0:31) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 4:37) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 15:00) New York Giants touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 14:44) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 7:45) New York Giants field goal — unlisted player (Q1 13:49, 3 pts) New York Giants field goal — unlisted player (Q2 11:59, 3 pts) New York Giants field goal — unlisted player (Q3 2:43, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Minnesota Vikings vs New York Giants?
K. Collins (New York Giants), 52.5% completion, +0.02 EPA per dropback, +0.94 total passing EPA. Jacolby George (Minnesota Vikings), 41.7% completion, -0.00 EPA per dropback, -0.01 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Minnesota Vikings vs New York Giants?
C. Carter (Minnesota Vikings) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +10.78 total EPA on Receiving plays. across 6 snaps. Their top snap (+3.34 EPA): (4:37) R.Moss pass to C.Carter for 27 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Season records after this game
Minnesota Vikings
Entered 8-6 Now 9-6 W
New York Giants
Entered 7-7 Now 7-8 L
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