Quick answer
- Winner
- New York Jets
- Final score
- New York Jets 21–13 Denver Broncos
- Halftime
- New York Jets 7–13 Denver Broncos at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- R. Mirer
- Top passer
- R. Mirer
- Biggest EPA play
- (10:52) B.Griese sacked at DEN 4 for -16 yards (R.Mickens). FUMBLES (R.Mickens), RECOVERED…
- Game date
- 1999-10-03
Game summary
The New York Jets beat the Denver Broncos 21–13 on 1999-10-03, overcoming Denver Broncos's 13–7 halftime lead. R. Mirer posted a game-high +6.36 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 17 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 New York Jets | 7 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
 Denver Broncos | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
NYJNew York Jets(12:48) J.Elam 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.
(11:24) R.Mirer pass to K.Johnson for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa.
(9:50) T.Davis left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.
(:23) J.Elam 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.
(13:17) C.Martin up the middle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa.
(8:41) R.Mirer pass to D.Ward for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa.
DENDenver BroncosFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- DENDenver Broncos
Q1 12:48FG Points+3
- Yard line
- NYJ 8
- Score
- 0-3
(12:48) J.Elam 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q1 11:24TD Points+6
- Yard line
- DEN 26
- Score
- 6-3
(11:24) R.Mirer pass to K.Johnson for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q1 9:50XP Points+1
- Yard line
- DEN 2
- Score
- 7-3
J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa.
- DENDenver Broncos
Q1 9:50TD Points+6
- Yard line
- NYJ 1
- Score
- 7-9
(9:50) T.Davis left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- DENDenver Broncos
Q1 8:12XP Points+1
- Yard line
- NYJ 2
- Score
- 7-10
J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.
- DENDenver Broncos
Q2 0:23FG Points+3
- Yard line
- NYJ 33
- Score
- 7-13
(:23) J.Elam 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q4 13:17TD Points+6
- Yard line
- DEN 2
- Score
- 13-13
(13:17) C.Martin up the middle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q4 10:52XP Points+1
- Yard line
- DEN 2
- Score
- 14-13
J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q4 8:41TD Points+6
- Yard line
- DEN 16
- Score
- 20-13
(8:41) R.Mirer pass to D.Ward for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q4 5:57XP Points+1
- Yard line
- DEN 2
- Score
- 21-13
J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1R. Mirer · New York Jets · Passing · +6.36 total EPA · 36 snaps · +0.18 EPA/play
- 2
Kisean Johnson · New York Jets · Receiving · +5.15 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.52 EPA/play - 3
Denzel Ward · New York Jets · Receiving · +4.51 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.75 EPA/play - 4
Ryan Smith · Denver Broncos · Receiving · +4.38 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.55 EPA/play - 5B. Parmalee · New York Jets · Rushing · +2.15 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.15 EPA/play
- 6B. Brister · Denver Broncos · Rushing · +0.71 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.71 EPA/play
- 7E. McCaffrey · Denver Broncos · Receiving · +0.08 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.02 EPA/play
- 8H. Griffith · Denver Broncos · Receiving · +0.05 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.02 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
R. Mirer — NYJ · Passing
R. Mirer posted the highest total EPA (+6.36) in the game, the strongest overall impact for New York Jets. Across 36 counted snaps, they averaged +0.18 EPA per play.
R. Mirer's top snap (-3.87 EPA): (8:12) R.Mirer pass intended for D.Ward INTERCEPTED by R.Crockett at DEN 1. R.Crockett to DEN 11 for 10 yards (K.Johnson).
Biggest single play (-6.20 EPA): Another player — (10:52) B.Griese sacked at DEN 4 for -16 yards (R.Mickens). FUMBLES (R.Mickens), RECOVERED by NYJ-M.Lewis at DEN 4. M.Lewis to DEN 4 for no gain (T.Jones).
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) · 36 dropbacks · 47.2% completion · +0.18 EPA/play · +6.36 total EPA
- B. Griese (Denver Broncos) · 34 dropbacks · 44.1% completion · -0.26 EPA/play · -8.93 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | New York Jets | Denver Broncos |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.018 | -0.139 |
| Offensive success rate | 44.6% | 37.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.177 | -0.327 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.126 | -0.084 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.139 | +0.018 |
| Defensive success rate | 62.8% | 55.4% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, New York Jets generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.02 vs -0.14), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- New York Jets: -0.02 EPA/play (53rd percentile vs. 1999 team-game averages)
- Denver Broncos: -0.14 EPA/play (20th percentile vs. 1999 team-game averages)
- Denver Broncos: 13 drives, -11.99 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- New York Jets: 14 drives, -1.65 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- New York Jets — unlisted player
- Denver Broncos — unlisted player
- New York Jets — unlisted player
- New York Jets — unlisted player
Field goals
- Denver Broncos — unlisted player
- Denver Broncos — unlisted player
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Denver Broncos won the period 10–7. Denver Broncos connected on a field goal from the NYJ 8 (Q1 12:48) — (12:48) J.Elam 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.; New York Jets found the end zone from the DEN 26 (Q1 11:24) — (11:24) R.Mirer pass to K.Johnson for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Jets added 1 points from the DEN 2 (Q1 9:50) — J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa.; Denver Broncos found the end zone from the NYJ 1 (Q1 9:50) — (9:50) T.Davis left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Denver Broncos added 1 points from the NYJ 2 (Q1 8:12) — J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen..
The second quarter: Denver Broncos won the period 3–0. Denver Broncos connected on a field goal from the NYJ 33 (Q2 0:23) — (:23) J.Elam 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen..
The fourth quarter: New York Jets won the period 14–0. New York Jets found the end zone from the DEN 2 (Q4 13:17) — (13:17) C.Martin up the middle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Jets added 1 points from the DEN 2 (Q4 10:52) — J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa.; New York Jets found the end zone from the DEN 16 (Q4 8:41) — (8:41) R.Mirer pass to D.Ward for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Jets added 1 points from the DEN 2 (Q4 5:57) — J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Denver Broncos (Q1 15:00) — J.Hall kicks 70 yards from NYJ 30 to end zone, Touchback.
- Denver Broncos (Q4 10:52) — (10:52) B.Griese sacked at DEN 4 for -16 yards (R.Mickens). FUMBLES (R.Mickens), RECOVERED by NYJ-M.Lewis at DEN 4. M.Lewis to DEN 4 for no gain (T.Jones).
- New York Jets (Q4 9:31) — (9:31) R.Mirer pass intended for C.Martin INTERCEPTED by B.Romanowski at DEN 1. B.Romanowski to DEN 2 for 1 yard (K.Jenkins). Penalty on DEN-B.Romanowski, Unsportsmanlike Conduct, offsetting. Penalty
- New York Jets (Q4 8:41) — (8:41) R.Mirer pass to D.Ward for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Denver Broncos (Q1 15:00) — (15:00) B.Griese pass to R.Smith to NYJ 4 for 71 yards (O.Smith).
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Denver Broncos (Q4 10:52) — (10:52) B.Griese sacked at DEN 4 for -16 yards (R.Mickens). FUMBLES (R.Mickens), RECOVERED by NYJ-M.Lewis at DEN 4. M.Lewis to DEN 4 for no gain (T.Jones).
- Denver Broncos (Q1 15:00) — (15:00) B.Griese pass to R.Smith to NYJ 4 for 71 yards (O.Smith).
- Denver Broncos (Q2 15:00) — (15:00) B.Griese pass intended for S.Sharpe INTERCEPTED by V.Green at NYJ 1. V.Green to NYJ 22 for 21 yards (S.Sharpe).
- New York Jets (Q1 8:12) — (8:12) R.Mirer pass intended for D.Ward INTERCEPTED by R.Crockett at DEN 1. R.Crockett to DEN 11 for 10 yards (K.Johnson).
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Denver Broncos FG (+3) — Q1 12:48 · NYJ 8 · Score 0-3
(12:48) J.Elam 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen. - New York Jets TD (+6) — Q1 11:24 · DEN 26 · Score 6-3
(11:24) R.Mirer pass to K.Johnson for 26 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q1 9:50 · DEN 2 · Score 7-3
J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa. - Denver Broncos TD (+6) — Q1 9:50 · NYJ 1 · Score 7-9
(9:50) T.Davis left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Denver Broncos XP (+1) — Q1 8:12 · NYJ 2 · Score 7-10
J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen. - Denver Broncos FG (+3) — Q2 0:23 · NYJ 33 · Score 7-13
(:23) J.Elam 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen. - New York Jets TD (+6) — Q4 13:17 · DEN 2 · Score 13-13
(13:17) C.Martin up the middle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q4 10:52 · DEN 2 · Score 14-13
J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa. - New York Jets TD (+6) — Q4 8:41 · DEN 16 · Score 20-13
(8:41) R.Mirer pass to D.Ward for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q4 5:57 · DEN 2 · Score 21-13
J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Hudson, Holder-T.Tupa.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- New York Jets earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- R. Mirer (New York Jets) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
Frequently asked questions
Who won New York Jets vs Denver Broncos on 1999-10-03?
The New York Jets beat the Denver Broncos 21-13 in Week 4, 1999.
What was the score by quarter in New York Jets vs Denver Broncos?
Q1: New York Jets 7, Denver Broncos 10; Q2: New York Jets 0, Denver Broncos 3; Q4: New York Jets 14, Denver Broncos 0; Final: New York Jets 21, Denver Broncos 13.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in New York Jets vs Denver Broncos?
New York Jets touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 11:24) Denver Broncos touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 9:50) New York Jets touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 13:17) New York Jets touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 8:41) Denver Broncos field goal — unlisted player (Q1 12:48, 3 pts) Denver Broncos field goal — unlisted player (Q2 0:23, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in New York Jets vs Denver Broncos?
R. Mirer (New York Jets), 47.2% completion, +0.18 EPA per dropback, +6.36 total passing EPA. B. Griese (Denver Broncos), 44.1% completion, -0.26 EPA per dropback, -8.93 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in New York Jets vs Denver Broncos?
R. Mirer (New York Jets) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +6.36 total EPA on Passing plays. across 36 snaps. Their top snap (-3.87 EPA): (8:12) R.Mirer pass intended for D.Ward INTERCEPTED by R.Crockett at DEN 1. R.Crockett to DEN 11 for 10 yards (K.Johnson)..
Season records after this game
New York Jets
Entered 0-3 Now 1-3 W
Denver Broncos
Entered 0-3 Now 0-4 L
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