Quick answer
- Winner
- Cincinnati Bengals
- Final score
- Cincinnati Bengals 36–21 Kansas City Chiefs
- Halftime
- Kansas City Chiefs 12–14 Cincinnati Bengals at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Andy Dalton
- Top passer
- Arian Smith
- Biggest EPA play
- (8:53) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep right to 19-B.Tate for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Game date
- 2015-10-04
Game summary
The Cincinnati Bengals beat the Kansas City Chiefs 36–21 on 2015-10-04. Andy Dalton posted a game-high +20.21 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 18 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Kansas City Chiefs | 3 | 9 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 21 |
 Cincinnati Bengals | 14 | 0 | 15 | 7 | 0 | 36 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
KCKansas City Chiefs
(11:41) 32-J.Hill right tackle for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.
(4:38) 5-C.Santos 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.
(:58) (Shotgun) 25-G.Bernard right guard for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.
(12:48) 5-C.Santos 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.
(6:13) 5-C.Santos 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.
(:09) 5-C.Santos 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.
(8:53) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep right to 19-B.Tate for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.
(4:42) 5-C.Santos 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.
(:18) (Shotgun) 32-J.Hill left guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
(Run formation) TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 32-J.Hill rushes left end. ATTEMPT FAILS. Cincinnati challenged the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was REVERSED. (Run formation) TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 32-J.Hill rushes left end. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
(9:31) 5-C.Santos 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.
(4:54) 32-J.Hill right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.
(2:39) 5-C.Santos 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.
CINCincinnati BengalsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q1 11:41TD Julian HillPoints+6
- Yard line
- KC 8
- Score
- 0-6
(11:41) 32-J.Hill right tackle for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q1 11:33XP MNM. NugentPoints+1
- Yard line
- KC 15
- Score
- 0-7
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.
- KCKansas City Chiefs
Q1 4:38FG Cairo SantosPoints+3
- Yard line
- CIN 4
- Score
- 3-7
(4:38) 5-C.Santos 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q1 0:58TD GBGermie BernardPoints+6
- Yard line
- KC 13
- Score
- 3-13
(:58) (Shotgun) 25-G.Bernard right guard for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q1 0:53XP MNM. NugentPoints+1
- Yard line
- KC 15
- Score
- 3-14
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.
- KCKansas City Chiefs
Q2 12:48FG Cairo SantosPoints+3
- Yard line
- CIN 22
- Score
- 6-14
(12:48) 5-C.Santos 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.
- KCKansas City Chiefs
Q2 6:13FG Cairo SantosPoints+3
- Yard line
- CIN 33
- Score
- 9-14
(6:13) 5-C.Santos 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.
- KCKansas City Chiefs
Q2 0:09FG Cairo SantosPoints+3
- Yard line
- CIN 17
- Score
- 12-14
(:09) 5-C.Santos 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q3 8:53TD BTB. TatePoints+6
- Yard line
- KC 55
- Score
- 12-20
(8:53) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep right to 19-B.Tate for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q3 8:43XP MNM. NugentPoints+1
- Yard line
- KC 15
- Score
- 12-21
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.
- KCKansas City Chiefs
Q3 4:42FG Cairo SantosPoints+3
- Yard line
- CIN 22
- Score
- 15-21
(4:42) 5-C.Santos 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q3 0:18TD Julian HillPoints+6
- Yard line
- KC 5
- Score
- 15-27
(:18) (Shotgun) 32-J.Hill left guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q3 0:11Safety Julian HillPoints+2
- Yard line
- KC 1
- Score
- 15-29
(Run formation) TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 32-J.Hill rushes left end. ATTEMPT FAILS. Cincinnati challenged the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was REVERSED. (Run formation) TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 32-J.Hill rushes left end. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
- KCKansas City Chiefs
Q4 9:31FG Cairo SantosPoints+3
- Yard line
- CIN 11
- Score
- 18-29
(9:31) 5-C.Santos 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q4 4:54TD Julian HillPoints+6
- Yard line
- KC 1
- Score
- 18-35
(4:54) 32-J.Hill right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q4 4:50XP MNM. NugentPoints+1
- Yard line
- KC 15
- Score
- 18-36
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.
- KCKansas City Chiefs
Q4 2:39FG Cairo SantosPoints+3
- Yard line
- CIN 33
- Score
- 21-36
(2:39) 5-C.Santos 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1
Andy Dalton · Cincinnati Bengals · Passing · +20.21 total EPA · 27 snaps · +0.75 EPA/play - 2Ja'Mori Maclin · Kansas City Chiefs · Receiving · +9.31 total EPA · 13 snaps · +0.72 EPA/play
- 3M. Sanu · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +6.02 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.00 EPA/play
- 4J. Charles · Kansas City Chiefs · Receiving · +5.93 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.99 EPA/play
- 5B. Tate · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +5.88 total EPA · 1 snaps · +5.88 EPA/play
- 6T. Eifert · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +5.63 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.41 EPA/play
- 7
Arian Smith · Kansas City Chiefs · Passing · +4.20 total EPA · 57 snaps · +0.07 EPA/play - 8Julian Hill · Cincinnati Bengals · Rushing · +3.03 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.28 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
Andy Dalton — CIN · Passing
Andy Dalton posted the highest total EPA (+20.21) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Cincinnati Bengals. Across 27 counted snaps, they averaged +0.75 EPA per play.
Andy Dalton's top snap (+5.88 EPA): (8:53) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep right to 19-B.Tate for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
Arian Smith led all passers in efficiency for Kansas City Chiefs, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- Arian Smith (Kansas City Chiefs) · 57 dropbacks · 54.4% completion · +5.7% CPOE · +0.07 EPA/play · +4.20 total EPA
- Andy Dalton (Cincinnati Bengals) · 27 dropbacks · 63.0% completion · +9.8% CPOE · +0.75 EPA/play · +20.21 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Kansas City Chiefs | Cincinnati Bengals |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.104 | +0.290 |
| Offensive success rate | 51.1% | 49.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.074 | +0.748 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.057 | +0.089 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.290 | -0.104 |
| Defensive success rate | 50.7% | 48.9% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Cincinnati Bengals held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.29 vs +0.10), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Kansas City Chiefs: +0.10 EPA/play (79th percentile vs. 2015 team-game averages)
- Cincinnati Bengals: +0.29 EPA/play (99th percentile vs. 2015 team-game averages)
- Cincinnati Bengals: 10 drives, +21.17 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Kansas City Chiefs: 10 drives, +9.81 total EPA, 7 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Cincinnati Bengals — Julian Hill
- Cincinnati Bengals — Germie Bernard
- Cincinnati Bengals — B. Tate (Andy Dalton pass)
- Cincinnati Bengals — Julian Hill
- Cincinnati Bengals — Julian Hill
Field goals
- Kansas City Chiefs — Cairo Santos
- Kansas City Chiefs — Cairo Santos
- Kansas City Chiefs — Cairo Santos
- Kansas City Chiefs — Cairo Santos
- Kansas City Chiefs — Cairo Santos
- Kansas City Chiefs — Cairo Santos
- Kansas City Chiefs — Cairo Santos
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 14–3. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the KC 8 (Q1 11:41) — (11:41) 32-J.Hill right tackle for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the KC 15 (Q1 11:33) — 2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.; Kansas City Chiefs connected on a field goal from the CIN 4 (Q1 4:38) — (4:38) 5-C.Santos 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.; Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the KC 13 (Q1 0:58) — (:58) (Shotgun) 25-G.Bernard right guard for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the KC 15 (Q1 0:53) — 2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber..
The second quarter: Kansas City Chiefs won the period 9–0. Kansas City Chiefs connected on a field goal from the CIN 22 (Q2 12:48) — (12:48) 5-C.Santos 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.; Kansas City Chiefs connected on a field goal from the CIN 33 (Q2 6:13) — (6:13) 5-C.Santos 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.; Kansas City Chiefs connected on a field goal from the CIN 17 (Q2 0:09) — (:09) 5-C.Santos 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt..
The third quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 15–3. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the KC 55 (Q3 8:53) — (8:53) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep right to 19-B.Tate for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the KC 15 (Q3 8:43) — 2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.; Kansas City Chiefs connected on a field goal from the CIN 22 (Q3 4:42) — (4:42) 5-C.Santos 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.; Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the KC 5 (Q3 0:18) — (:18) (Shotgun) 32-J.Hill left guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals registered a safety from the KC 1 (Q3 0:11).
The fourth quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 7–6. Kansas City Chiefs connected on a field goal from the CIN 11 (Q4 9:31) — (9:31) 5-C.Santos 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.; Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the KC 1 (Q4 4:54) — (4:54) 32-J.Hill right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the KC 15 (Q4 4:50) — 2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.; Kansas City Chiefs connected on a field goal from the CIN 33 (Q4 2:39) — (2:39) 5-C.Santos 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q3 8:53) — (8:53) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep right to 19-B.Tate for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Kansas City Chiefs (Q2 6:13) — (6:13) 5-C.Santos 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 6:04) — (6:04) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep middle to 12-M.Sanu to KC 33 for 52 yards (39-H.Abdullah).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 4:33) — (4:33) 2-M.Nugent 44 yard field goal is No Good, Hit Left Upright, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 13:19) — (13:19) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton Aborted. 61-R.Bodine FUMBLES at CIN 44, recovered by CIN-14-A.Dalton at CIN 44. 14-A.Dalton pass deep left to 18-A.Green pushed ob at KC 20 for 36 yards (39-H.Abdullah).
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q3 8:53) — (8:53) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep right to 19-B.Tate for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Kansas City Chiefs (Q3 0:33) — (:33) (Shotgun) 11-A.Smith pass short left to 87-T.Kelce to KC 28 for 11 yards (90-M.Johnson, 21-D.Dennard). FUMBLES (90-M.Johnson), RECOVERED by CIN-20-R.Nelson at KC 30. 20-R.Nelson to KC 5 for 25 y
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 4:33) — (4:33) 2-M.Nugent 44 yard field goal is No Good, Hit Left Upright, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 6:04) — (6:04) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep middle to 12-M.Sanu to KC 33 for 52 yards (39-H.Abdullah).
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q1 11:41 · KC 8 · Score 0-6
(11:41) 32-J.Hill right tackle for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q1 11:33 · KC 15 · Score 0-7
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber. - Kansas City Chiefs FG (+3) — Q1 4:38 · CIN 4 · Score 3-7
(4:38) 5-C.Santos 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q1 0:58 · KC 13 · Score 3-13
(:58) (Shotgun) 25-G.Bernard right guard for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q1 0:53 · KC 15 · Score 3-14
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber. - Kansas City Chiefs FG (+3) — Q2 12:48 · CIN 22 · Score 6-14
(12:48) 5-C.Santos 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt. - Kansas City Chiefs FG (+3) — Q2 6:13 · CIN 33 · Score 9-14
(6:13) 5-C.Santos 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt. - Kansas City Chiefs FG (+3) — Q2 0:09 · CIN 17 · Score 12-14
(:09) 5-C.Santos 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q3 8:53 · KC 55 · Score 12-20
(8:53) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep right to 19-B.Tate for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q3 8:43 · KC 15 · Score 12-21
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber. - Kansas City Chiefs FG (+3) — Q3 4:42 · CIN 22 · Score 15-21
(4:42) 5-C.Santos 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q3 0:18 · KC 5 · Score 15-27
(:18) (Shotgun) 32-J.Hill left guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals Safety (+2) — Q3 0:11 · KC 1 · Score 15-29
(Run formation) TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 32-J.Hill rushes left end. ATTEMPT FAILS. Cincinnati challenged the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was REVERSED. (Run formation) TWO-POINT CO - Kansas City Chiefs FG (+3) — Q4 9:31 · CIN 11 · Score 18-29
(9:31) 5-C.Santos 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q4 4:54 · KC 1 · Score 18-35
(4:54) 32-J.Hill right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q4 4:50 · KC 15 · Score 18-36
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber. - Kansas City Chiefs FG (+3) — Q4 2:39 · CIN 33 · Score 21-36
(2:39) 5-C.Santos 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-41-J.Winchester, Holder-2-D.Colquitt.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Cincinnati Bengals earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- Andy Dalton (Cincinnati Bengals) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- Arian Smith (KC) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
- Andy Dalton (CIN) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
Frequently asked questions
Who won Kansas City Chiefs vs Cincinnati Bengals on 2015-10-04?
The Cincinnati Bengals beat the Kansas City Chiefs 36-21 in Week 4, 2015.
What was the score by quarter in Kansas City Chiefs vs Cincinnati Bengals?
Q1: Kansas City Chiefs 3, Cincinnati Bengals 14; Q2: Kansas City Chiefs 9, Cincinnati Bengals 0; Q3: Kansas City Chiefs 3, Cincinnati Bengals 15; Q4: Kansas City Chiefs 6, Cincinnati Bengals 7; Final: Kansas City Chiefs 21, Cincinnati Bengals 36.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Kansas City Chiefs vs Cincinnati Bengals?
Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — J. Hill (Q1 11:41) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — G. Bernard (Q1 0:58) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — B. Tate (A. Dalton pass) (Q3 8:53) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — J. Hill (Q3 0:18) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — J. Hill (Q4 4:54) Kansas City Chiefs field goal — C. Santos (Q1 4:38, 3 pts) Kansas City Chiefs field goal — C. Santos (Q2 12:48, 3 pts) Kansas City Chiefs field goal — C. Santos (Q2 6:13, 3 pts) Kansas City Chiefs field goal — C. Santos (Q2 0:09, 3 pts) Kansas City Chiefs field goal — C. Santos (Q3 4:42, 3 pts) Kansas City Chiefs field goal — C. Santos (Q4 9:31, 3 pts) Kansas City Chiefs field goal — C. Santos (Q4 2:39, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Kansas City Chiefs vs Cincinnati Bengals?
Arian Smith (Kansas City Chiefs), 54.4% completion, +5.7% CPOE, +0.07 EPA per dropback, +4.20 total passing EPA. Andy Dalton (Cincinnati Bengals), 63.0% completion, +9.8% CPOE, +0.75 EPA per dropback, +20.21 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Kansas City Chiefs vs Cincinnati Bengals?
Andy Dalton (Cincinnati Bengals) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +20.21 total EPA on Passing plays. across 27 snaps. Their top snap (+5.88 EPA): (8:53) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep right to 19-B.Tate for 55 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Season records after this game
Kansas City Chiefs
Entered 1-2 Now 1-3 L
Cincinnati Bengals
Entered 3-0 Now 4-0 W
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