Quick answer
- Winner
- LA
- Final score
- LA 41–36 Denver Broncos
- Halftime
- Denver Broncos 17–21 LA at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Kade Warner
- Top passer
- Kade Warner
- Biggest EPA play
- (6:44) K.Warner pass intended for T.Holt INTERCEPTED by T.Buckley at STL 32. T.Buckley for…
- Game date
- 2000-09-04
Game summary
The LA beat the Denver Broncos 41–36 on 2000-09-04. Kade Warner posted a game-high +14.95 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 24 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Denver Broncos | 7 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 0 | 36 |
 LA | 7 | 14 | 14 | 6 | 0 | 41 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
DENDenver Broncos(10:11) B.Griese right end for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.
(2:24) T.Rouen punts 58 yards to STL 14, Center-T.Teague. A.Hakim for 86 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle.
(13:46) J.Elam 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.
(8:57) M.Faulk left end for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle.
(3:57) B.Griese pass to R.Smith for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.
(:42) K.Warner pass to R.Proehl for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle.
(9:24) J.Elam 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.
(8:21) K.Warner pass to M.Faulk for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle.
(4:14) K.Warner pass to A.Hakim for 80 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle.
(:57) B.Griese pass to D.Clark for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.
(7:45) J.Elam 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.
(6:44) K.Warner pass intended for T.Holt INTERCEPTED by T.Buckley at STL 32. T.Buckley for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
(3:02) R.Holcombe left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. Denver #56 - A.Wilson injured on the play.
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Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- DENDenver Broncos
Q1 10:11TD Points+6
- Yard line
- LA 8
- Score
- 6-0
(10:11) B.Griese right end for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- DENDenver Broncos
Q1 10:03XP Points+1
- Yard line
- LA 2
- Score
- 7-0
J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.
- LALA
Q1 2:24TD Points+6
- Yard line
- LA 72
- Score
- 7-6
(2:24) T.Rouen punts 58 yards to STL 14, Center-T.Teague. A.Hakim for 86 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- LALA
Q1 2:05XP Points+1
- Yard line
- DEN 2
- Score
- 7-7
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle.
- DENDenver Broncos
Q2 13:46FG Points+3
- Yard line
- LA 14
- Score
- 10-7
(13:46) J.Elam 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.
- LALA
Q2 8:57TD Points+6
- Yard line
- DEN 5
- Score
- 10-13
(8:57) M.Faulk left end for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- LALA
Q2 8:53XP Points+1
- Yard line
- DEN 2
- Score
- 10-14
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle.
- DENDenver Broncos
Q2 3:57TD Points+6
- Yard line
- LA 25
- Score
- 16-14
(3:57) B.Griese pass to R.Smith for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- DENDenver Broncos
Q2 3:50XP Points+1
- Yard line
- LA 2
- Score
- 17-14
J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.
- LALA
Q2 0:42TD Points+6
- Yard line
- DEN 7
- Score
- 17-20
(:42) K.Warner pass to R.Proehl for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- LALA
Q2 0:38XP Points+1
- Yard line
- DEN 2
- Score
- 17-21
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle.
- DENDenver Broncos
Q3 9:24FG Points+3
- Yard line
- LA 20
- Score
- 20-21
(9:24) J.Elam 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.
- LALA
Q3 8:21TD Points+6
- Yard line
- DEN 72
- Score
- 20-27
(8:21) K.Warner pass to M.Faulk for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- LALA
Q3 8:09XP Points+1
- Yard line
- DEN 2
- Score
- 20-28
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle.
- LALA
Q3 4:14TD Points+6
- Yard line
- DEN 80
- Score
- 20-34
(4:14) K.Warner pass to A.Hakim for 80 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- LALA
Q3 4:02XP Points+1
- Yard line
- DEN 2
- Score
- 20-35
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle.
- DENDenver Broncos
Q3 0:57TD Points+6
- Yard line
- LA 7
- Score
- 26-35
(:57) B.Griese pass to D.Clark for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- DENDenver Broncos
Q3 0:51XP Points+1
- Yard line
- LA 2
- Score
- 27-35
J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.
- DENDenver Broncos
Q4 7:45FG Points+3
- Yard line
- LA 18
- Score
- 30-35
(7:45) J.Elam 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.
- DENDenver Broncos
Q4 6:44TD Points+6
- Yard line
- DEN 71
- Score
- 36-35
(6:44) K.Warner pass intended for T.Holt INTERCEPTED by T.Buckley at STL 32. T.Buckley for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- LALA
Q4 3:02TD Points+6
- Yard line
- DEN 1
- Score
- 36-41
(3:02) R.Holcombe left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. Denver #56 - A.Wilson injured on the play.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1Kade Warner · LA · Passing · +14.95 total EPA · 39 snaps · +0.38 EPA/play
- 2B. Griese · Denver Broncos · Passing · +14.23 total EPA · 37 snaps · +0.38 EPA/play
- 3E. McCaffrey · Denver Broncos · Receiving · +7.19 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.90 EPA/play
- 4A. Hakim · LA · Receiving · +7.09 total EPA · 7 snaps · +1.01 EPA/play
- 5R. Proehl · LA · Receiving · +4.58 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.14 EPA/play
- 6I. Bruce · LA · Receiving · +4.44 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.89 EPA/play
- 7
Ryan Smith · Denver Broncos · Receiving · +3.17 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.35 EPA/play - 8M. Faulk · LA · Receiving · +2.96 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.42 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
Kade Warner — LA · Passing
Kade Warner posted the highest total EPA (+14.95) in the game, the strongest overall impact for LA. Across 39 counted snaps, they averaged +0.38 EPA per play.
Kade Warner's top snap (-7.83 EPA): (6:44) K.Warner pass intended for T.Holt INTERCEPTED by T.Buckley at STL 32. T.Buckley for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
Kade Warner led all passers in efficiency for LA, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- Kade Warner (LA) · 39 dropbacks · 64.1% completion · +0.38 EPA/play · +14.95 total EPA
- B. Griese (Denver Broncos) · 37 dropbacks · 51.4% completion · +0.38 EPA/play · +14.23 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Denver Broncos | LA |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.159 | +0.181 |
| Offensive success rate | 46.0% | 51.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.385 | +0.383 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.053 | -0.098 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.181 | -0.159 |
| Defensive success rate | 48.7% | 54.0% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Denver Broncos +0.16, LA +0.18) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Denver Broncos: +0.16 EPA/play (87th percentile vs. 2000 team-game averages)
- LA: +0.18 EPA/play (89th percentile vs. 2000 team-game averages)
- Denver Broncos: 11 drives, +13.84 total EPA, 7 scoring drives
- LA: 11 drives, +13.74 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Denver Broncos — unlisted player
- LA — unlisted player
- LA — unlisted player
- Denver Broncos — unlisted player
- LA — unlisted player
- LA — unlisted player
- LA — unlisted player
- Denver Broncos — unlisted player
- Denver Broncos — unlisted player
- LA — unlisted player
Field goals
- Denver Broncos — unlisted player
- Denver Broncos — unlisted player
- Denver Broncos — unlisted player
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Denver Broncos found the end zone from the LA 8 (Q1 10:11) — (10:11) B.Griese right end for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Denver Broncos added 1 points from the LA 2 (Q1 10:03) — J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.; LA found the end zone from the LA 72 (Q1 2:24) — (2:24) T.Rouen punts 58 yards to STL 14, Center-T.Teague. A.Hakim for 86 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; LA added 1 points from the DEN 2 (Q1 2:05) — J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle..
The second quarter: LA won the period 14–10. Denver Broncos connected on a field goal from the LA 14 (Q2 13:46) — (13:46) J.Elam 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.; LA found the end zone from the DEN 5 (Q2 8:57) — (8:57) M.Faulk left end for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; LA added 1 points from the DEN 2 (Q2 8:53) — J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle.; Denver Broncos found the end zone from the LA 25 (Q2 3:57) — (3:57) B.Griese pass to R.Smith for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Denver Broncos added 1 points from the LA 2 (Q2 3:50) — J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.; LA found the end zone from the DEN 7 (Q2 0:42) — (:42) K.Warner pass to R.Proehl for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; LA added 1 points from the DEN 2 (Q2 0:38) — J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle..
The third quarter: LA won the period 14–10. Denver Broncos connected on a field goal from the LA 20 (Q3 9:24) — (9:24) J.Elam 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.; LA found the end zone from the DEN 72 (Q3 8:21) — (8:21) K.Warner pass to M.Faulk for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; LA added 1 points from the DEN 2 (Q3 8:09) — J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle.; LA found the end zone from the DEN 80 (Q3 4:14) — (4:14) K.Warner pass to A.Hakim for 80 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; LA added 1 points from the DEN 2 (Q3 4:02) — J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle.; Denver Broncos found the end zone from the LA 7 (Q3 0:57) — (:57) B.Griese pass to D.Clark for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Denver Broncos added 1 points from the LA 2 (Q3 0:51) — J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen..
The fourth quarter: Denver Broncos won the period 9–6. Denver Broncos connected on a field goal from the LA 18 (Q4 7:45) — (7:45) J.Elam 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen.; Denver Broncos found the end zone from the DEN 71 (Q4 6:44) — (6:44) K.Warner pass intended for T.Holt INTERCEPTED by T.Buckley at STL 32. T.Buckley for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; LA found the end zone from the DEN 1 (Q4 3:02) — (3:02) R.Holcombe left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. Denver #56 - A.Wilson injured on the play..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- LA (Q1 15:00) — J.Elam kicks 67 yards from DEN 30 to STL 3. T.Horne to STL 19 for 16 yards (D.O'Neal).
- LA (Q4 6:44) — (6:44) K.Warner pass intended for T.Holt INTERCEPTED by T.Buckley at STL 32. T.Buckley for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- LA (Q3 8:21) — (8:21) K.Warner pass to M.Faulk for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Denver Broncos (Q1 2:24) — (2:24) T.Rouen punts 58 yards to STL 14, Center-T.Teague. A.Hakim for 86 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- LA (Q4 4:43) — (4:43) K.Warner pass to R.Proehl to DEN 46 for 22 yards (E.Brown).
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- LA (Q4 6:44) — (6:44) K.Warner pass intended for T.Holt INTERCEPTED by T.Buckley at STL 32. T.Buckley for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- LA (Q3 4:14) — (4:14) K.Warner pass to A.Hakim for 80 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- LA (Q3 8:21) — (8:21) K.Warner pass to M.Faulk for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Denver Broncos (Q1 2:24) — (2:24) T.Rouen punts 58 yards to STL 14, Center-T.Teague. A.Hakim for 86 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Denver Broncos TD (+6) — Q1 10:11 · LA 8 · Score 6-0
(10:11) B.Griese right end for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Denver Broncos XP (+1) — Q1 10:03 · LA 2 · Score 7-0
J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen. - LA TD (+6) — Q1 2:24 · LA 72 · Score 7-6
(2:24) T.Rouen punts 58 yards to STL 14, Center-T.Teague. A.Hakim for 86 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - LA XP (+1) — Q1 2:05 · DEN 2 · Score 7-7
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle. - Denver Broncos FG (+3) — Q2 13:46 · LA 14 · Score 10-7
(13:46) J.Elam 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen. - LA TD (+6) — Q2 8:57 · DEN 5 · Score 10-13
(8:57) M.Faulk left end for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - LA XP (+1) — Q2 8:53 · DEN 2 · Score 10-14
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle. - Denver Broncos TD (+6) — Q2 3:57 · LA 25 · Score 16-14
(3:57) B.Griese pass to R.Smith for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Denver Broncos XP (+1) — Q2 3:50 · LA 2 · Score 17-14
J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen. - LA TD (+6) — Q2 0:42 · DEN 7 · Score 17-20
(:42) K.Warner pass to R.Proehl for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - LA XP (+1) — Q2 0:38 · DEN 2 · Score 17-21
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle. - Denver Broncos FG (+3) — Q3 9:24 · LA 20 · Score 20-21
(9:24) J.Elam 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen. - LA TD (+6) — Q3 8:21 · DEN 72 · Score 20-27
(8:21) K.Warner pass to M.Faulk for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - LA XP (+1) — Q3 8:09 · DEN 2 · Score 20-28
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle. - LA TD (+6) — Q3 4:14 · DEN 80 · Score 20-34
(4:14) K.Warner pass to A.Hakim for 80 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - LA XP (+1) — Q3 4:02 · DEN 2 · Score 20-35
J.Wilkins extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Robinson, Holder-K.Lyle. - Denver Broncos TD (+6) — Q3 0:57 · LA 7 · Score 26-35
(:57) B.Griese pass to D.Clark for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Denver Broncos XP (+1) — Q3 0:51 · LA 2 · Score 27-35
J.Elam extra point is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen. - Denver Broncos FG (+3) — Q4 7:45 · LA 18 · Score 30-35
(7:45) J.Elam 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-T.Teague, Holder-T.Rouen. - Denver Broncos TD (+6) — Q4 6:44 · DEN 71 · Score 36-35
(6:44) K.Warner pass intended for T.Holt INTERCEPTED by T.Buckley at STL 32. T.Buckley for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - LA TD (+6) — Q4 3:02 · DEN 1 · Score 36-41
(3:02) R.Holcombe left tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. Denver #56 - A.Wilson injured on the play.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- LA earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- One-score margin — verify garbage-time stats before drawing fantasy conclusions.
- Kade Warner (LA) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Denver Broncos vs LA on 2000-09-04?
The LA beat the Denver Broncos 41-36 in Week 1, 2000.
What was the score by quarter in Denver Broncos vs LA?
Q1: Denver Broncos 7, LA 7; Q2: Denver Broncos 10, LA 14; Q3: Denver Broncos 10, LA 14; Q4: Denver Broncos 9, LA 6; Final: Denver Broncos 36, LA 41.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Denver Broncos vs LA?
Denver Broncos touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 10:11) LA touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 2:24) LA touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 8:57) Denver Broncos touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 3:57) LA touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 0:42) LA touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 8:21) LA touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 4:14) Denver Broncos touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 0:57) Denver Broncos touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 6:44) LA touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 3:02) Denver Broncos field goal — unlisted player (Q2 13:46, 3 pts) Denver Broncos field goal — unlisted player (Q3 9:24, 3 pts) Denver Broncos field goal — unlisted player (Q4 7:45, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Denver Broncos vs LA?
Kade Warner (LA), 64.1% completion, +0.38 EPA per dropback, +14.95 total passing EPA. B. Griese (Denver Broncos), 51.4% completion, +0.38 EPA per dropback, +14.23 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Denver Broncos vs LA?
Kade Warner (LA) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +14.95 total EPA on Passing plays. across 39 snaps. Their top snap (-7.83 EPA): (6:44) K.Warner pass intended for T.Holt INTERCEPTED by T.Buckley at STL 32. T.Buckley for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Was Denver Broncos vs LA a close game?
Yes — the margin was 5 points. LA won 41-36 in a game that stayed within one score into the fourth quarter.
Season records after this game
Denver Broncos
Now 0-1 L
Los Angeles Rams
Now 1-0 W
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