Quick answer
- Winner
- Indianapolis Colts
- Final score
- Indianapolis Colts 18–16 Buffalo Bills
- Halftime
- Indianapolis Colts 7–9 Buffalo Bills at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Paul Manning
- Top passer
- Roschon Johnson
- Biggest EPA play
- (:17) R.Johnson pass to E.Moulds pushed ob at IND 11 for 8 yards (M.Peterson). Screen pass…
- Game date
- 2000-10-01
Game summary
The Indianapolis Colts beat the Buffalo Bills 18–16 on 2000-10-01, overcoming Buffalo Bills's 9–7 halftime lead. Paul Manning posted a game-high +9.47 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 36 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Indianapolis Colts | 0 | 7 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 18 |
 Buffalo Bills | 3 | 6 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
INDIndianapolis Colts(7:23) S.Christie 19 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-E.Albright, Holder-C.Mohr.
(14:17) S.Christie 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-E.Albright, Holder-C.Mohr.
(8:59) S.Christie 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-E.Albright, Holder-C.Mohr.
(4:15) P.Manning pass to M.Harrison for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught at goal line, right sideline
M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Snow, Holder-H.Smith.
(14:16) (Shotgun) P.Manning pass to T.Wilkins for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught at goal line, left side
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. E.James rushes right guard. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. PENALTY on BUF-J.Holecek, Unsportsmanlike Conduct, 15 yards, enforced between downs. Play Challenged by BUF and Upheld. (Timeout #1 at 14:10.)
(1:14) (Shotgun) R.Johnson pass to E.Moulds for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught in left flat at IND 8
S.Christie extra point is GOOD, Center-E.Albright, Holder-C.Mohr.
(:06) M.Vanderjagt 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Snow, Holder-H.Smith.
END GAME
END GAME
BUFBuffalo BillsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- BUFBuffalo Bills
Q1 7:23FG Points+3
- Yard line
- IND 2
- Score
- 0-3
(7:23) S.Christie 19 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-E.Albright, Holder-C.Mohr.
- BUFBuffalo Bills
Q2 14:17FG Points+3
- Yard line
- IND 12
- Score
- 0-6
(14:17) S.Christie 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-E.Albright, Holder-C.Mohr.
- BUFBuffalo Bills
Q2 8:59FG Points+3
- Yard line
- IND 9
- Score
- 0-9
(8:59) S.Christie 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-E.Albright, Holder-C.Mohr.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q2 4:15TD Points+6
- Yard line
- BUF 14
- Score
- 6-9
(4:15) P.Manning pass to M.Harrison for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught at goal line, right sideline
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q2 4:09XP Points+1
- Yard line
- BUF 2
- Score
- 7-9
M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Snow, Holder-H.Smith.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q4 14:16TD Points+6
- Yard line
- BUF 10
- Score
- 13-9
(14:16) (Shotgun) P.Manning pass to T.Wilkins for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught at goal line, left side
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q4 14:10Safety Points+2
- Yard line
- BUF 2
- Score
- 15-9
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. E.James rushes right guard. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. PENALTY on BUF-J.Holecek, Unsportsmanlike Conduct, 15 yards, enforced between downs. Play Challenged by BUF and Upheld. (Timeout #1 at 14:10.)
- BUFBuffalo Bills
Q4 1:14TD Points+6
- Yard line
- IND 40
- Score
- 15-15
(1:14) (Shotgun) R.Johnson pass to E.Moulds for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught in left flat at IND 8
- BUFBuffalo Bills
Q4 1:08XP Points+1
- Yard line
- IND 2
- Score
- 15-16
S.Christie extra point is GOOD, Center-E.Albright, Holder-C.Mohr.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q4 0:06FG Points+3
- Yard line
- BUF 27
- Score
- 18-16
(:06) M.Vanderjagt 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Snow, Holder-H.Smith.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q4 0:00TD Points+11
- Yard line
- —
- Score
- 18-16
END GAME
- BUFBuffalo Bills
Q4 0:00TD Points+7
- Yard line
- —
- Score
- 18-16
END GAME
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1Paul Manning · Indianapolis Colts · Passing · +9.47 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.30 EPA/play
- 2J. McDaniel · Buffalo Bills · Receiving · +6.29 total EPA · 3 snaps · +2.10 EPA/play
- 3
Malik Harrison · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +3.65 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.91 EPA/play - 4S. Morris · Buffalo Bills · Receiving · +2.66 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.66 EPA/play
- 5S. Morris · Buffalo Bills · Rushing · +2.60 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.65 EPA/play
- 6E. James · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +2.59 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.52 EPA/play
- 7K. Dilger · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +2.30 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.77 EPA/play
- 8J. Pathon · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +1.43 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.29 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
Paul Manning — IND · Passing
Paul Manning posted the highest total EPA (+9.47) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Indianapolis Colts. Across 32 counted snaps, they averaged +0.30 EPA per play.
Paul Manning's top snap (+3.15 EPA): (14:16) (Shotgun) P.Manning pass to T.Wilkins for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught at goal line, left side
Biggest single play (-9.12 EPA): Another player — (:17) R.Johnson pass to E.Moulds pushed ob at IND 11 for 8 yards (M.Peterson). Screen pass right, caught at IND 22
Quarterback report card
Roschon Johnson led all passers in efficiency for Buffalo Bills, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
Roschon Johnson (Buffalo Bills) · 42 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · -0.12 EPA/play · -4.96 total EPA- Paul Manning (Indianapolis Colts) · 32 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · +0.30 EPA/play · +9.47 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Indianapolis Colts | Buffalo Bills |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.108 | -0.048 |
| Offensive success rate | 43.7% | 46.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.296 | -0.118 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.098 | +0.031 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.048 | -0.108 |
| Defensive success rate | 53.3% | 56.3% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Indianapolis Colts generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.11 vs -0.05), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Indianapolis Colts: +0.11 EPA/play (78th percentile vs. 2000 team-game averages)
- Buffalo Bills: -0.05 EPA/play (38th percentile vs. 2000 team-game averages)
- Buffalo Bills: 10 drives, -4.41 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Indianapolis Colts: 12 drives, +7.67 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Indianapolis Colts — unlisted player
- Indianapolis Colts — unlisted player
- Buffalo Bills — unlisted player
Field goals
- Buffalo Bills — unlisted player
- Buffalo Bills — unlisted player
- Buffalo Bills — unlisted player
- Indianapolis Colts — unlisted player
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Buffalo Bills won the period 3–0. Buffalo Bills connected on a field goal from the IND 2 (Q1 7:23) — (7:23) S.Christie 19 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-E.Albright, Holder-C.Mohr..
The second quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 7–6. Buffalo Bills connected on a field goal from the IND 12 (Q2 14:17) — (14:17) S.Christie 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-E.Albright, Holder-C.Mohr.; Buffalo Bills connected on a field goal from the IND 9 (Q2 8:59) — (8:59) S.Christie 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-E.Albright, Holder-C.Mohr.; Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the BUF 14 (Q2 4:15) — (4:15) P.Manning pass to M.Harrison for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught at goal line, right sideline; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the BUF 2 (Q2 4:09) — M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Snow, Holder-H.Smith..
The fourth quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 22–14. Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the BUF 10 (Q4 14:16) — (14:16) (Shotgun) P.Manning pass to T.Wilkins for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught at goal line, left side; Indianapolis Colts registered a safety from the BUF 2 (Q4 14:10); Buffalo Bills found the end zone from the IND 40 (Q4 1:14) — (1:14) (Shotgun) R.Johnson pass to E.Moulds for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught in left flat at IND 8; Buffalo Bills added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q4 1:08) — S.Christie extra point is GOOD, Center-E.Albright, Holder-C.Mohr.; Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the BUF 27 (Q4 0:06) — (:06) M.Vanderjagt 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Snow, Holder-H.Smith.; Indianapolis Colts found the end zone (Q4 0:00) — END GAME; Buffalo Bills found the end zone (Q4 0:00) — END GAME.
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q1 15:00) — S.Christie kicks 56 yards from BUF 30 to IND 14. J.Pathon to IND 19 for 5 yards (S.Morris).
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 0:06) — (:06) M.Vanderjagt 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Snow, Holder-H.Smith.
- Buffalo Bills (Q4 1:14) — (1:14) (Shotgun) R.Johnson pass to E.Moulds for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught in left flat at IND 8
- Buffalo Bills (Q1 0:17) — (:17) R.Johnson pass to E.Moulds pushed ob at IND 11 for 8 yards (M.Peterson). Screen pass right, caught at IND 22
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 14:16) — (14:16) (Shotgun) P.Manning pass to T.Wilkins for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught at goal line, left side
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Buffalo Bills (Q1 0:17) — (:17) R.Johnson pass to E.Moulds pushed ob at IND 11 for 8 yards (M.Peterson). Screen pass right, caught at IND 22
- Buffalo Bills (Q4 1:14) — (1:14) (Shotgun) R.Johnson pass to E.Moulds for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught in left flat at IND 8
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 14:16) — (14:16) (Shotgun) P.Manning pass to T.Wilkins for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught at goal line, left side
- Indianapolis Colts (Q2 4:15) — (4:15) P.Manning pass to M.Harrison for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught at goal line, right sideline
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Buffalo Bills FG (+3) — Q1 7:23 · IND 2 · Score 0-3
(7:23) S.Christie 19 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-E.Albright, Holder-C.Mohr. - Buffalo Bills FG (+3) — Q2 14:17 · IND 12 · Score 0-6
(14:17) S.Christie 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-E.Albright, Holder-C.Mohr. - Buffalo Bills FG (+3) — Q2 8:59 · IND 9 · Score 0-9
(8:59) S.Christie 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-E.Albright, Holder-C.Mohr. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q2 4:15 · BUF 14 · Score 6-9
(4:15) P.Manning pass to M.Harrison for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught at goal line, right sideline - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q2 4:09 · BUF 2 · Score 7-9
M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Snow, Holder-H.Smith. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q4 14:16 · BUF 10 · Score 13-9
(14:16) (Shotgun) P.Manning pass to T.Wilkins for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught at goal line, left side - Indianapolis Colts Safety (+2) — Q4 14:10 · BUF 2 · Score 15-9
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. E.James rushes right guard. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. PENALTY on BUF-J.Holecek, Unsportsmanlike Conduct, 15 yards, enforced between downs. Play Challenged by BUF and Upheld. (Tim - Buffalo Bills TD (+6) — Q4 1:14 · IND 40 · Score 15-15
(1:14) (Shotgun) R.Johnson pass to E.Moulds for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught in left flat at IND 8 - Buffalo Bills XP (+1) — Q4 1:08 · IND 2 · Score 15-16
S.Christie extra point is GOOD, Center-E.Albright, Holder-C.Mohr. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q4 0:06 · BUF 27 · Score 18-16
(:06) M.Vanderjagt 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Snow, Holder-H.Smith. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+11) — Q4 0:00 · Score 18-16
END GAME - Buffalo Bills TD (+7) — Q4 0:00 · Score 18-16
END GAME
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Indianapolis Colts earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- One-score margin — verify garbage-time stats before drawing fantasy conclusions.
- Paul Manning (Indianapolis Colts) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Indianapolis Colts vs Buffalo Bills on 2000-10-01?
The Indianapolis Colts beat the Buffalo Bills 18-16 in Week 5, 2000.
What was the score by quarter in Indianapolis Colts vs Buffalo Bills?
Q1: Indianapolis Colts 0, Buffalo Bills 3; Q2: Indianapolis Colts 7, Buffalo Bills 6; Q4: Indianapolis Colts 22, Buffalo Bills 14; Final: Indianapolis Colts 18, Buffalo Bills 16.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Indianapolis Colts vs Buffalo Bills?
Indianapolis Colts touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 4:15) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 14:16) Buffalo Bills touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 1:14) Buffalo Bills field goal — unlisted player (Q1 7:23, 3 pts) Buffalo Bills field goal — unlisted player (Q2 14:17, 3 pts) Buffalo Bills field goal — unlisted player (Q2 8:59, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — unlisted player (Q4 0:06, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Indianapolis Colts vs Buffalo Bills?
Roschon Johnson (Buffalo Bills), 50.0% completion, -0.12 EPA per dropback, -4.96 total passing EPA. Paul Manning (Indianapolis Colts), 50.0% completion, +0.30 EPA per dropback, +9.47 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Indianapolis Colts vs Buffalo Bills?
Paul Manning (Indianapolis Colts) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +9.47 total EPA on Passing plays. across 32 snaps. Their top snap (+3.15 EPA): (14:16) (Shotgun) P.Manning pass to T.Wilkins for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught at goal line, left side.
Was Indianapolis Colts vs Buffalo Bills a close game?
Yes — the margin was 2 points. Indianapolis Colts won 18-16 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Indianapolis Colts
Entered 2-1 Now 3-1 W
Buffalo Bills
Entered 2-1 Now 2-2 L
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