Quick answer
- Winner
- Chicago Bears
- Final score
- Chicago Bears 24–22 Minnesota Vikings
- Halftime
- Chicago Bears 14–12 Minnesota Vikings at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- S. Matthews
- Top passer
- R. Cunningham
- Biggest EPA play
- (9:18) R.Cunningham pass to J.Kleinsasser to MIN 17 for -3 yards (R.McDonald). FUMBLES (R.…
- Game date
- 1999-10-10
Game summary
The Chicago Bears beat the Minnesota Vikings 24–22 on 1999-10-10. S. Matthews posted a game-high +10.73 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 16 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Chicago Bears | 7 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 24 |
 Minnesota Vikings | 3 | 9 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 22 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
CHIChicago Bears(9:18) R.Cunningham pass to J.Kleinsasser to MIN 17 for -3 yards (R.McDonald). FUMBLES (R.McDonald), RECOVERED by CHI-S.Harris at MIN 0. TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by MIN and Upheld. (Timeout #1 at 09:10.)
J.Jaeger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.
(5:16) G.Anderson 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
(15:00) G.Anderson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
(7:48) G.Anderson 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
(1:22) (Shotgun) S.Matthews pass to C.Conway for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
J.Jaeger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.
(:04) G.Anderson 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
(12:50) S.Matthews pass to M.Robinson for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
J.Jaeger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.
(7:47) G.Anderson 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
(15:00) J.Jaeger 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.
(:06) R.Cunningham pass to C.Walsh for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
MINMinnesota VikingsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q1 9:18TD Points+6
- Yard line
- CHI 80
- Score
- 6-0
(9:18) R.Cunningham pass to J.Kleinsasser to MIN 17 for -3 yards (R.McDonald). FUMBLES (R.McDonald), RECOVERED by CHI-S.Harris at MIN 0. TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by MIN and Upheld. (Timeout #1 at 09:10.)
- CHIChicago Bears
Q1 9:10XP Points+1
- Yard line
- MIN 2
- Score
- 7-0
J.Jaeger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q1 5:16FG Points+3
- Yard line
- CHI 8
- Score
- 7-3
(5:16) G.Anderson 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 15:00FG Points+3
- Yard line
- CHI 22
- Score
- 7-6
(15:00) G.Anderson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 7:48FG Points+3
- Yard line
- CHI 5
- Score
- 7-9
(7:48) G.Anderson 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q2 1:22TD Points+6
- Yard line
- MIN 30
- Score
- 13-9
(1:22) (Shotgun) S.Matthews pass to C.Conway for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q2 1:13XP Points+1
- Yard line
- MIN 2
- Score
- 14-9
J.Jaeger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 0:04FG Points+3
- Yard line
- CHI 8
- Score
- 14-12
(:04) G.Anderson 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q3 12:50TD Points+6
- Yard line
- MIN 3
- Score
- 20-12
(12:50) S.Matthews pass to M.Robinson for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q3 7:47XP Points+1
- Yard line
- MIN 2
- Score
- 21-12
J.Jaeger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q3 7:47FG Points+3
- Yard line
- CHI 16
- Score
- 21-15
(7:47) G.Anderson 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q4 15:00FG Points+3
- Yard line
- MIN 22
- Score
- 24-15
(15:00) J.Jaeger 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q4 0:06TD Points+6
- Yard line
- CHI 18
- Score
- 24-21
(:06) R.Cunningham pass to C.Walsh for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q4 0:02XP Points+1
- Yard line
- CHI 2
- Score
- 24-22
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1S. Matthews · Chicago Bears · Passing · +10.73 total EPA · 28 snaps · +0.38 EPA/play
- 2C. Walsh · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +4.65 total EPA · 1 snaps · +4.65 EPA/play
- 3
Riley Moss · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +3.84 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.35 EPA/play - 4C. Conway · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +3.57 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.40 EPA/play
- 5
Micah Robinson · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +3.25 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.30 EPA/play - 6
Ryan Smith · Minnesota Vikings · Rushing · +3.19 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.27 EPA/play - 7C. McNown · Chicago Bears · Passing · +2.43 total EPA · 15 snaps · +0.16 EPA/play
- 8E. Bennett · Chicago Bears · Rushing · +2.22 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.22 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
S. Matthews — CHI · Passing
S. Matthews posted the highest total EPA (+10.73) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Chicago Bears. Across 28 counted snaps, they averaged +0.38 EPA per play.
S. Matthews's top snap (+4.22 EPA): (1:22) (Shotgun) S.Matthews pass to C.Conway for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Biggest single play (-8.00 EPA): Another player — (9:18) R.Cunningham pass to J.Kleinsasser to MIN 17 for -3 yards (R.McDonald). FUMBLES (R.McDonald), RECOVERED by CHI-S.Harris at MIN 0. TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by MIN and Upheld. (Timeout #1 at 09
Quarterback report card
R. Cunningham led all passers in efficiency for Minnesota Vikings, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- R. Cunningham (Minnesota Vikings) · 52 dropbacks · 48.1% completion · -0.33 EPA/play · -17.31 total EPA
- S. Matthews (Chicago Bears) · 28 dropbacks · 67.9% completion · +0.38 EPA/play · +10.73 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Chicago Bears | Minnesota Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.049 | -0.110 |
| Offensive success rate | 40.8% | 49.5% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.313 | -0.287 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.276 | +0.165 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.110 | +0.049 |
| Defensive success rate | 50.5% | 59.2% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Chicago Bears generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.05 vs -0.11), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Chicago Bears: -0.05 EPA/play (42nd percentile vs. 1999 team-game averages)
- Minnesota Vikings: -0.11 EPA/play (27th percentile vs. 1999 team-game averages)
- Chicago Bears: 14 drives, -5.00 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Minnesota Vikings: 14 drives, -10.02 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
Field goals
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Chicago Bears won the period 7–3. Chicago Bears found the end zone from the CHI 80 (Q1 9:18); Chicago Bears added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q1 9:10) — J.Jaeger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.; Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the CHI 8 (Q1 5:16) — (5:16) G.Anderson 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger..
The second quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 9–7. Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the CHI 22 (Q2 15:00) — (15:00) G.Anderson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.; Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the CHI 5 (Q2 7:48) — (7:48) G.Anderson 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.; Chicago Bears found the end zone from the MIN 30 (Q2 1:22) — (1:22) (Shotgun) S.Matthews pass to C.Conway for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q2 1:13) — J.Jaeger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.; Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the CHI 8 (Q2 0:04) — (:04) G.Anderson 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger..
The third quarter: Chicago Bears won the period 7–3. Chicago Bears found the end zone from the MIN 3 (Q3 12:50) — (12:50) S.Matthews pass to M.Robinson for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q3 7:47) — J.Jaeger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.; Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the CHI 16 (Q3 7:47) — (7:47) G.Anderson 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger..
The fourth quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 7–3. Chicago Bears connected on a field goal from the MIN 22 (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) J.Jaeger 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the CHI 18 (Q4 0:06) — (:06) R.Cunningham pass to C.Walsh for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q4 0:02) — G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Chicago Bears (Q1 15:00) — M.Berger kicks 71 yards from MIN 30 to CHI -1. G.Milburn to CHI 19 for 20 yards (J.Mills).
- Minnesota Vikings (Q1 9:18) — (9:18) R.Cunningham pass to J.Kleinsasser to MIN 17 for -3 yards (R.McDonald). FUMBLES (R.McDonald), RECOVERED by CHI-S.Harris at MIN 0. TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by MIN and Upheld. (Timeout #1 at 09
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 12:21) — (12:21) R.Cunningham pass to J.Kleinsasser to CHI 23 for 9 yards (B.Minter). FUMBLES (B.Minter), RECOVERED by CHI-K.Samuel at CHI 25.
- Chicago Bears (Q2 6:20) — (6:20) J.Jaeger 48 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun.
- Chicago Bears (Q2 6:20) — (6:20) (Shotgun) S.Matthews pass to M.Robinson to MIN 45 for 11 yards (R.Griffith). PENALTY on MIN-J.Randle, Roughing the Passer, 15 yards, enforced at MIN 45.
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q1 9:18) — (9:18) R.Cunningham pass to J.Kleinsasser to MIN 17 for -3 yards (R.McDonald). FUMBLES (R.McDonald), RECOVERED by CHI-S.Harris at MIN 0. TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by MIN and Upheld. (Timeout #1 at 09
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 4:50) — (4:50) R.Cunningham pass INTERCEPTED by B.Minter at CHI 18. B.Minter to 50 for 32 yards (R.Cunningham).
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 0:06) — (:06) R.Cunningham pass to C.Walsh for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 12:21) — (12:21) R.Cunningham pass to J.Kleinsasser to CHI 23 for 9 yards (B.Minter). FUMBLES (B.Minter), RECOVERED by CHI-K.Samuel at CHI 25.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q1 9:18 · CHI 80 · Score 6-0
(9:18) R.Cunningham pass to J.Kleinsasser to MIN 17 for -3 yards (R.McDonald). FUMBLES (R.McDonald), RECOVERED by CHI-S.Harris at MIN 0. TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by MIN and Upheld. (Timeout #1 at 09 - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q1 9:10 · MIN 2 · Score 7-0
J.Jaeger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q1 5:16 · CHI 8 · Score 7-3
(5:16) G.Anderson 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q2 15:00 · CHI 22 · Score 7-6
(15:00) G.Anderson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q2 7:48 · CHI 5 · Score 7-9
(7:48) G.Anderson 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q2 1:22 · MIN 30 · Score 13-9
(1:22) (Shotgun) S.Matthews pass to C.Conway for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q2 1:13 · MIN 2 · Score 14-9
J.Jaeger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q2 0:04 · CHI 8 · Score 14-12
(:04) G.Anderson 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q3 12:50 · MIN 3 · Score 20-12
(12:50) S.Matthews pass to M.Robinson for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q3 7:47 · MIN 2 · Score 21-12
J.Jaeger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q3 7:47 · CHI 16 · Score 21-15
(7:47) G.Anderson 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger. - Chicago Bears FG (+3) — Q4 15:00 · MIN 22 · Score 24-15
(15:00) J.Jaeger 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-T.Sauerbrun. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q4 0:06 · CHI 18 · Score 24-21
(:06) R.Cunningham pass to C.Walsh for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q4 0:02 · CHI 2 · Score 24-22
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Morris, Holder-M.Berger.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Chicago Bears earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- One-score margin — verify garbage-time stats before drawing fantasy conclusions.
- S. Matthews (Chicago Bears) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Chicago Bears vs Minnesota Vikings on 1999-10-10?
The Chicago Bears beat the Minnesota Vikings 24-22 in Week 5, 1999.
What was the score by quarter in Chicago Bears vs Minnesota Vikings?
Q1: Chicago Bears 7, Minnesota Vikings 3; Q2: Chicago Bears 7, Minnesota Vikings 9; Q3: Chicago Bears 7, Minnesota Vikings 3; Q4: Chicago Bears 3, Minnesota Vikings 7; Final: Chicago Bears 24, Minnesota Vikings 22.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Chicago Bears vs Minnesota Vikings?
Chicago Bears touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 9:18) Chicago Bears touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 1:22) Chicago Bears touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 12:50) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 0:06) Minnesota Vikings field goal — unlisted player (Q1 5:16, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — unlisted player (Q2 15:00, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — unlisted player (Q2 7:48, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — unlisted player (Q2 0:04, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — unlisted player (Q3 7:47, 3 pts) Chicago Bears field goal — unlisted player (Q4 15:00, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Chicago Bears vs Minnesota Vikings?
R. Cunningham (Minnesota Vikings), 48.1% completion, -0.33 EPA per dropback, -17.31 total passing EPA. S. Matthews (Chicago Bears), 67.9% completion, +0.38 EPA per dropback, +10.73 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Chicago Bears vs Minnesota Vikings?
S. Matthews (Chicago Bears) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +10.73 total EPA on Passing plays. across 28 snaps. Their top snap (+4.22 EPA): (1:22) (Shotgun) S.Matthews pass to C.Conway for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Was Chicago Bears vs Minnesota Vikings a close game?
Yes — the margin was 2 points. Chicago Bears won 24-22 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Chicago Bears
Entered 2-2 Now 3-2 W
Minnesota Vikings
Entered 2-2 Now 2-3 L
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