Quick answer
- Winner
- Minnesota Vikings
- Final score
- Minnesota Vikings 28–16 Chicago Bears
- Halftime
- Minnesota Vikings 14–9 Chicago Bears at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- D. Culpepper
- Top passer
- C. McNown
- Biggest EPA play
- (8:48) R.Smith left tackle for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Game date
- 2000-10-15
Game summary
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Chicago Bears 28–16 on 2000-10-15. D. Culpepper posted a game-high +8.37 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 17 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Minnesota Vikings | 0 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 28 |
 Chicago Bears | 6 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 16 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
MINMinnesota Vikings(3:54) (Shotgun) C.McNown pass to D.White for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
(9:02) P.Edinger 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-B.Bartholomew.
(8:48) R.Smith left tackle for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger. PENALTY on CHI, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs.
(5:33) D.Culpepper pass to C.Carter for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger.
(10:07) (Shotgun) D.Culpepper pass to M.Hatchette for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger.
(15:00) J.Allen right guard for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-B.Bartholomew.
(9:34) D.Culpepper pass to R.Moss for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger. PENALTY on CHI-W.Harris, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs.
CHIChicago BearsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q1 3:54TD Points+6
- Yard line
- MIN 25
- Score
- 0-6
(3:54) (Shotgun) C.McNown pass to D.White for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q2 9:02FG Points+3
- Yard line
- MIN 4
- Score
- 0-9
(9:02) P.Edinger 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-B.Bartholomew.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 8:48TD Points+6
- Yard line
- CHI 72
- Score
- 6-9
(8:48) R.Smith left tackle for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 8:35XP Points+1
- Yard line
- CHI 2
- Score
- 7-9
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger. PENALTY on CHI, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 5:33TD Points+6
- Yard line
- CHI 24
- Score
- 13-9
(5:33) D.Culpepper pass to C.Carter for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 5:26XP Points+1
- Yard line
- CHI 2
- Score
- 14-9
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q3 10:07TD Points+6
- Yard line
- CHI 24
- Score
- 20-9
(10:07) (Shotgun) D.Culpepper pass to M.Hatchette for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q3 10:01XP Points+1
- Yard line
- CHI 2
- Score
- 21-9
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q4 15:00TD Points+6
- Yard line
- MIN 6
- Score
- 21-15
(15:00) J.Allen right guard for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q4 14:56XP Points+1
- Yard line
- MIN 2
- Score
- 21-16
P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-B.Bartholomew.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q4 9:34TD Points+6
- Yard line
- CHI 7
- Score
- 27-16
(9:34) D.Culpepper pass to R.Moss for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q4 9:26XP Points+1
- Yard line
- CHI 2
- Score
- 28-16
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger. PENALTY on CHI-W.Harris, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1D. Culpepper · Minnesota Vikings · Passing · +8.37 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.26 EPA/play
- 2C. Carter · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +8.34 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.83 EPA/play
- 3
Ryan Smith · Minnesota Vikings · Rushing · +5.87 total EPA · 24 snaps · +0.24 EPA/play - 4
Devin White · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +3.91 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.91 EPA/play - 5C. McNown · Chicago Bears · Rushing · +2.80 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.93 EPA/play
- 6M. Hatchette · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +2.49 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.62 EPA/play
- 7K. Sinceno · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +1.93 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.39 EPA/play
- 8C. Walsh · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +1.65 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.65 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
D. Culpepper — MIN · Passing
D. Culpepper posted the highest total EPA (+8.37) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Minnesota Vikings. Across 32 counted snaps, they averaged +0.26 EPA per play.
D. Culpepper's top snap (+4.26 EPA): (10:07) (Shotgun) D.Culpepper pass to M.Hatchette for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Biggest single play (+6.33 EPA): Another player — (8:48) R.Smith left tackle for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
C. McNown led all passers in efficiency for Chicago Bears, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- C. McNown (Chicago Bears) · 39 dropbacks · 48.7% completion · -0.02 EPA/play · -0.62 total EPA
- D. Culpepper (Minnesota Vikings) · 32 dropbacks · 46.9% completion · +0.26 EPA/play · +8.37 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Minnesota Vikings | Chicago Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.158 | -0.010 |
| Offensive success rate | 40.2% | 38.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.232 | -0.003 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.139 | -0.043 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.010 | -0.158 |
| Defensive success rate | 61.8% | 59.8% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Minnesota Vikings generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.16 vs -0.01), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Minnesota Vikings: +0.16 EPA/play (86th percentile vs. 2000 team-game averages)
- Chicago Bears: -0.01 EPA/play (49th percentile vs. 2000 team-game averages)
- Chicago Bears: 11 drives, -0.90 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Minnesota Vikings: 11 drives, +14.54 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
- Minnesota Vikings — unlisted player
Field goals
- Chicago Bears — unlisted player
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Chicago Bears won the period 6–0. Chicago Bears found the end zone from the MIN 25 (Q1 3:54) — (3:54) (Shotgun) C.McNown pass to D.White for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
The second quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 14–3. Chicago Bears connected on a field goal from the MIN 4 (Q2 9:02) — (9:02) P.Edinger 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-B.Bartholomew.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the CHI 72 (Q2 8:48) — (8:48) R.Smith left tackle for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q2 8:35) — G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger. PENALTY on CHI, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the CHI 24 (Q2 5:33) — (5:33) D.Culpepper pass to C.Carter for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q2 5:26) — G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger..
The third quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 7–0. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the CHI 24 (Q3 10:07) — (10:07) (Shotgun) D.Culpepper pass to M.Hatchette for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q3 10:01) — G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Chicago Bears found the end zone from the MIN 6 (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) J.Allen right guard for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q4 14:56) — P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-B.Bartholomew.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the CHI 7 (Q4 9:34) — (9:34) D.Culpepper pass to R.Moss for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q4 9:26).
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q1 15:00) — P.Edinger kicks 58 yards from CHI 30 to MIN 12. M.Williams to MIN 28 for 16 yards (R.McElroy, F.Smith).
- Chicago Bears (Q2 7:33) — (7:33) B.Bartholomew punts 41 yards to MIN 42, Center-P.Mannelly. T.Walters to CHI 33 for 25 yards (B.Minter).
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 12:57) — (12:57) (Shotgun) D.Culpepper pass to C.Carter to CHI 36 for 17 yards (W.Harris).
- Minnesota Vikings (Q2 5:33) — (5:33) D.Culpepper pass to C.Carter for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q2 8:48) — (8:48) R.Smith left tackle for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q2 8:48) — (8:48) R.Smith left tackle for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Chicago Bears (Q4 7:57) — (7:57) B.Bartholomew punts 50 yards to MIN 25, Center-P.Mannelly. T.Walters MUFFS catch, and recovers at MIN 25. T.Walters to MIN 32 for 7 yards (M.Brown). FUMBLES (M.Brown), RECOVERED by CHI-R.McElro
- Minnesota Vikings (Q3 10:07) — (10:07) (Shotgun) D.Culpepper pass to M.Hatchette for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Chicago Bears (Q1 3:54) — (3:54) (Shotgun) C.McNown pass to D.White for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q1 3:54 · MIN 25 · Score 0-6
(3:54) (Shotgun) C.McNown pass to D.White for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears FG (+3) — Q2 9:02 · MIN 4 · Score 0-9
(9:02) P.Edinger 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-B.Bartholomew. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q2 8:48 · CHI 72 · Score 6-9
(8:48) R.Smith left tackle for 72 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q2 8:35 · CHI 2 · Score 7-9
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger. PENALTY on CHI, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q2 5:33 · CHI 24 · Score 13-9
(5:33) D.Culpepper pass to C.Carter for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q2 5:26 · CHI 2 · Score 14-9
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q3 10:07 · CHI 24 · Score 20-9
(10:07) (Shotgun) D.Culpepper pass to M.Hatchette for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q3 10:01 · CHI 2 · Score 21-9
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q4 15:00 · MIN 6 · Score 21-15
(15:00) J.Allen right guard for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q4 14:56 · MIN 2 · Score 21-16
P.Edinger extra point is GOOD, Center-P.Mannelly, Holder-B.Bartholomew. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q4 9:34 · CHI 7 · Score 27-16
(9:34) D.Culpepper pass to R.Moss for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q4 9:26 · CHI 2 · Score 28-16
G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Palmer, Holder-M.Berger. PENALTY on CHI-W.Harris, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs.
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.
- D. Culpepper (Minnesota Vikings) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Minnesota Vikings vs Chicago Bears on 2000-10-15?
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Chicago Bears 28-16 in Week 7, 2000.
What was the score by quarter in Minnesota Vikings vs Chicago Bears?
Q1: Minnesota Vikings 0, Chicago Bears 6; Q2: Minnesota Vikings 14, Chicago Bears 3; Q3: Minnesota Vikings 7, Chicago Bears 0; Q4: Minnesota Vikings 7, Chicago Bears 7; Final: Minnesota Vikings 28, Chicago Bears 16.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Minnesota Vikings vs Chicago Bears?
Chicago Bears touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 3:54) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 8:48) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 5:33) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 10:07) Chicago Bears touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 15:00) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 9:34) Chicago Bears field goal — unlisted player (Q2 9:02, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Minnesota Vikings vs Chicago Bears?
C. McNown (Chicago Bears), 48.7% completion, -0.02 EPA per dropback, -0.62 total passing EPA. D. Culpepper (Minnesota Vikings), 46.9% completion, +0.26 EPA per dropback, +8.37 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Minnesota Vikings vs Chicago Bears?
D. Culpepper (Minnesota Vikings) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +8.37 total EPA on Passing plays. across 32 snaps. Their top snap (+4.26 EPA): (10:07) (Shotgun) D.Culpepper pass to M.Hatchette for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Season records after this game
Minnesota Vikings
Entered 5-0 Now 6-0 W
Chicago Bears
Entered 1-5 Now 1-6 L
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