Quick answer
- Winner
- Indianapolis Colts
- Final score
- Indianapolis Colts 31–28 Minnesota Vikings
- Halftime
- Minnesota Vikings 6–14 Indianapolis Colts at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Paul Manning
- Top passer
- Paul Manning
- Biggest EPA play
- (11:10) 17-H.Smith punts 38 yards to MIN 9, Center-48-J.Snow. 81-N.Burleson for 91 yards, …
- Game date
- 2004-11-08
Game summary
The Indianapolis Colts beat the Minnesota Vikings 31–28 on 2004-11-08. Paul Manning posted a game-high +19.98 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 24 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Minnesota Vikings | 0 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 0 | 28 |
 Indianapolis Colts | 7 | 7 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 31 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
MINMinnesota Vikings(9:12) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 87-R.Wayne for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
(15:00) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 81-M.Pollard for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
(12:48) 7-M.Andersen 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-12-G.Frerotte.
(:02) 7-M.Andersen 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-12-G.Frerotte.
(11:10) 17-H.Smith punts 38 yards to MIN 9, Center-48-J.Snow. 81-N.Burleson for 91 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
(Pass formation) TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 11-D.Culpepper rushes up the middle. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
(2:11) 18-P.Manning pass to 44-D.Clark for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
(11:34) (Shotgun) 11-D.Culpepper pass to 81-N.Burleson for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
7-M.Andersen extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-12-G.Frerotte.
(7:30) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 81-M.Pollard for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
(3:02) 32-O.Smith right tackle for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
7-M.Andersen extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-12-G.Frerotte.
(:06) 13-M.Vanderjagt 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
INDIndianapolis ColtsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q1 9:12TD RWR. WaynePoints+6
- Yard line
- MIN 5
- Score
- 0-6
(9:12) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 87-R.Wayne for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q1 9:09XP MVM. VanderjagtPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIN 2
- Score
- 0-7
13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q2 15:00TD MPM. PollardPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIN 10
- Score
- 0-13
(15:00) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 81-M.Pollard for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q2 14:54XP MVM. VanderjagtPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIN 2
- Score
- 0-14
13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 12:48FG MAM. AndersenPoints+3
- Yard line
- IND 24
- Score
- 3-14
(12:48) 7-M.Andersen 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-12-G.Frerotte.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q2 0:02FG MAM. AndersenPoints+3
- Yard line
- IND 5
- Score
- 6-14
(:02) 7-M.Andersen 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-12-G.Frerotte.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q3 11:10TD NBN. BurlesonPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIN 47
- Score
- 12-14
(11:10) 17-H.Smith punts 38 yards to MIN 9, Center-48-J.Snow. 81-N.Burleson for 91 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q3 10:49Safety DCD. CulpepperPoints+2
- Yard line
- IND 2
- Score
- 14-14
(Pass formation) TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 11-D.Culpepper rushes up the middle. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q3 2:11TD Dean ClarkPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIN 4
- Score
- 14-20
(2:11) 18-P.Manning pass to 44-D.Clark for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q3 2:07XP MVM. VanderjagtPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIN 2
- Score
- 14-21
13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q4 11:34TD NBN. BurlesonPoints+6
- Yard line
- IND 8
- Score
- 20-21
(11:34) (Shotgun) 11-D.Culpepper pass to 81-N.Burleson for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q4 11:27XP MAM. AndersenPoints+1
- Yard line
- IND 2
- Score
- 21-21
7-M.Andersen extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-12-G.Frerotte.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q4 7:30TD MPM. PollardPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIN 19
- Score
- 21-27
(7:30) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 81-M.Pollard for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q4 7:24XP MVM. VanderjagtPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIN 2
- Score
- 21-28
13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q4 3:02TD OJOctavian Smith Jr.Points+6
- Yard line
- IND 24
- Score
- 27-28
(3:02) 32-O.Smith right tackle for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MINMinnesota Vikings
Q4 2:54XP MAM. AndersenPoints+1
- Yard line
- IND 2
- Score
- 28-28
7-M.Andersen extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-12-G.Frerotte.
- INDIndianapolis Colts
Q4 0:06FG MVM. VanderjagtPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIN 18
- Score
- 28-31
(:06) 13-M.Vanderjagt 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1Paul Manning · Indianapolis Colts · Passing · +19.98 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.62 EPA/play
- 2D. Culpepper · Minnesota Vikings · Passing · +7.05 total EPA · 21 snaps · +0.34 EPA/play
- 3J. Wiggins · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +6.47 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.29 EPA/play
- 4
Malik Harrison · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +6.02 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.00 EPA/play - 5M. Pollard · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +5.31 total EPA · 2 snaps · +2.65 EPA/play
- 6E. James · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +5.20 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.04 EPA/play
- 7R. Wayne · Indianapolis Colts · Receiving · +4.35 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.45 EPA/play
- 8D. Culpepper · Minnesota Vikings · Rushing · +3.98 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.80 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 (+19.98) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Indianapolis Colts. Across 32 counted snaps, they averaged +0.62 EPA per play.
Paul Manning's top snap (+3.04 EPA): (7:30) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 81-M.Pollard for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Biggest single play (-7.50 EPA): Harrison Smith — (11:10) 17-H.Smith punts 38 yards to MIN 9, Center-48-J.Snow. 81-N.Burleson for 91 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
Paul Manning led all passers in efficiency for Indianapolis Colts, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- Paul Manning (Indianapolis Colts) · 32 dropbacks · 71.9% completion · +0.62 EPA/play · +19.98 total EPA
- D. Culpepper (Minnesota Vikings) · 21 dropbacks · 76.2% completion · +0.34 EPA/play · +7.05 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Minnesota Vikings | Indianapolis Colts |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.245 | +0.176 |
| Offensive success rate | 54.0% | 61.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.322 | +0.625 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.089 | -0.003 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.176 | -0.245 |
| Defensive success rate | 39.0% | 46.0% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Minnesota Vikings generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.24 vs +0.18), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Minnesota Vikings: +0.24 EPA/play (93rd percentile vs. 2004 team-game averages)
- Indianapolis Colts: +0.18 EPA/play (86th percentile vs. 2004 team-game averages)
- Indianapolis Colts: 9 drives, +14.43 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
- Minnesota Vikings: 9 drives, +15.42 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Indianapolis Colts — R. Wayne (Paul Manning pass)
- Indianapolis Colts — M. Pollard (Paul Manning pass)
- Minnesota Vikings — N. Burleson
- Indianapolis Colts — Dean Clark (Paul Manning pass)
- Minnesota Vikings — N. Burleson (D. Culpepper pass)
- Indianapolis Colts — M. Pollard (Paul Manning pass)
- Minnesota Vikings — Octavian Smith Jr.
Field goals
- Minnesota Vikings — M. Andersen
- Minnesota Vikings — M. Andersen
- Indianapolis Colts — M. Vanderjagt
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 7–0. Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the MIN 5 (Q1 9:12) — (9:12) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 87-R.Wayne for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q1 9:09) — 13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith..
The second quarter: Indianapolis Colts won the period 7–6. Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the MIN 10 (Q2 15:00) — (15:00) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 81-M.Pollard for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q2 14:54) — 13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.; Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the IND 24 (Q2 12:48) — (12:48) 7-M.Andersen 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-12-G.Frerotte.; Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the IND 5 (Q2 0:02) — (:02) 7-M.Andersen 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-12-G.Frerotte..
The third quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 8–7. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the MIN 47 (Q3 11:10) — (11:10) 17-H.Smith punts 38 yards to MIN 9, Center-48-J.Snow. 81-N.Burleson for 91 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings registered a safety from the IND 2 (Q3 10:49) — (Pass formation) TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 11-D.Culpepper rushes up the middle. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.; Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the MIN 4 (Q3 2:11) — (2:11) 18-P.Manning pass to 44-D.Clark for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q3 2:07) — 13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith..
The fourth quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 14–10. Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the IND 8 (Q4 11:34) — (11:34) (Shotgun) 11-D.Culpepper pass to 81-N.Burleson for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q4 11:27) — 7-M.Andersen extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-12-G.Frerotte.; Indianapolis Colts found the end zone from the MIN 19 (Q4 7:30) — (7:30) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 81-M.Pollard for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Indianapolis Colts added 1 points from the MIN 2 (Q4 7:24) — 13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the IND 24 (Q4 3:02) — (3:02) 32-O.Smith right tackle for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the IND 2 (Q4 2:54) — 7-M.Andersen extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-12-G.Frerotte.; Indianapolis Colts connected on a field goal from the MIN 18 (Q4 0:06) — (:06) 13-M.Vanderjagt 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q3 11:10) — (11:10) 17-H.Smith punts 38 yards to MIN 9, Center-48-J.Snow. 81-N.Burleson for 91 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 3:02) — (3:02) 32-O.Smith right tackle for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 11:34) — (11:34) (Shotgun) 11-D.Culpepper pass to 81-N.Burleson for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 7:30) — (7:30) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 81-M.Pollard for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q4 0:06) — (:06) 13-M.Vanderjagt 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Indianapolis Colts (Q3 11:10) — (11:10) 17-H.Smith punts 38 yards to MIN 9, Center-48-J.Snow. 81-N.Burleson for 91 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 3:02) — (3:02) 32-O.Smith right tackle for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q1 14:56) — (14:56) 11-D.Culpepper Aborted. 78-M.Birk FUMBLES at MIN 34, touched at MIN 26, recovered by MIN-74-B.McKinnie at MIN 6. 74-B.McKinnie to MIN 6 for no gain (28-I.Bashir).
- Minnesota Vikings (Q2 14:54) — 17-H.Smith kicks 66 yards from IND 30 to MIN 4. 16-K.Campbell pushed ob at IND 45 for 51 yards (29-J.Jefferson, 17-H.Smith). PENALTY on IND-17-H.Smith, Unnecessary Roughness, 15 yards, enforced at IND
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q1 9:12 · MIN 5 · Score 0-6
(9:12) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 87-R.Wayne for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q1 9:09 · MIN 2 · Score 0-7
13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q2 15:00 · MIN 10 · Score 0-13
(15:00) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 81-M.Pollard for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q2 14:54 · MIN 2 · Score 0-14
13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q2 12:48 · IND 24 · Score 3-14
(12:48) 7-M.Andersen 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-12-G.Frerotte. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q2 0:02 · IND 5 · Score 6-14
(:02) 7-M.Andersen 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-12-G.Frerotte. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q3 11:10 · MIN 47 · Score 12-14
(11:10) 17-H.Smith punts 38 yards to MIN 9, Center-48-J.Snow. 81-N.Burleson for 91 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings Safety (+2) — Q3 10:49 · IND 2 · Score 14-14
(Pass formation) TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 11-D.Culpepper rushes up the middle. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q3 2:11 · MIN 4 · Score 14-20
(2:11) 18-P.Manning pass to 44-D.Clark for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q3 2:07 · MIN 2 · Score 14-21
13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q4 11:34 · IND 8 · Score 20-21
(11:34) (Shotgun) 11-D.Culpepper pass to 81-N.Burleson for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q4 11:27 · IND 2 · Score 21-21
7-M.Andersen extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-12-G.Frerotte. - Indianapolis Colts TD (+6) — Q4 7:30 · MIN 19 · Score 21-27
(7:30) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 81-M.Pollard for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Indianapolis Colts XP (+1) — Q4 7:24 · MIN 2 · Score 21-28
13-M.Vanderjagt extra point is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q4 3:02 · IND 24 · Score 27-28
(3:02) 32-O.Smith right tackle for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q4 2:54 · IND 2 · Score 28-28
7-M.Andersen extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Loeffler, Holder-12-G.Frerotte. - Indianapolis Colts FG (+3) — Q4 0:06 · MIN 18 · Score 28-31
(:06) 13-M.Vanderjagt 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-J.Snow, Holder-17-H.Smith.
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 Minnesota Vikings vs Indianapolis Colts on 2004-11-08?
The Indianapolis Colts beat the Minnesota Vikings 31-28 in Week 9, 2004.
What was the score by quarter in Minnesota Vikings vs Indianapolis Colts?
Q1: Minnesota Vikings 0, Indianapolis Colts 7; Q2: Minnesota Vikings 6, Indianapolis Colts 7; Q3: Minnesota Vikings 8, Indianapolis Colts 7; Q4: Minnesota Vikings 14, Indianapolis Colts 10; Final: Minnesota Vikings 28, Indianapolis Colts 31.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Minnesota Vikings vs Indianapolis Colts?
Indianapolis Colts touchdown — R. Wayne (P. Manning pass) (Q1 9:12) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — M. Pollard (P. Manning pass) (Q2 15:00) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — N. Burleson (Q3 11:10) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — D. Clark (P. Manning pass) (Q3 2:11) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — N. Burleson (D. Culpepper pass) (Q4 11:34) Indianapolis Colts touchdown — M. Pollard (P. Manning pass) (Q4 7:30) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — O. Smith (Q4 3:02) Minnesota Vikings field goal — M. Andersen (Q2 12:48, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — M. Andersen (Q2 0:02, 3 pts) Indianapolis Colts field goal — M. Vanderjagt (Q4 0:06, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Minnesota Vikings vs Indianapolis Colts?
Paul Manning (Indianapolis Colts), 71.9% completion, +0.62 EPA per dropback, +19.98 total passing EPA. D. Culpepper (Minnesota Vikings), 76.2% completion, +0.34 EPA per dropback, +7.05 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Minnesota Vikings vs Indianapolis Colts?
Paul Manning (Indianapolis Colts) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +19.98 total EPA on Passing plays. across 32 snaps. Their top snap (+3.04 EPA): (7:30) (Shotgun) 18-P.Manning pass to 81-M.Pollard for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Was Minnesota Vikings vs Indianapolis Colts a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Indianapolis Colts won 31-28 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Minnesota Vikings
Entered 5-2 Now 5-3 L
Indianapolis Colts
Entered 4-3 Now 5-3 W
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