Quick answer
- Winner
- Cincinnati Bengals
- Final score
- Cincinnati Bengals 23–10 Cleveland Browns
- Halftime
- Cincinnati Bengals 20–0 Cleveland Browns at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- T. Eifert
- Top passer
- Andy Dalton
- Biggest EPA play
- (7:57) 10-R.Griffin pass deep right intended for 11-T.Pryor Sr. INTERCEPTED by 43-G.Iloka …
- Game date
- 2016-12-11
Game summary
The Cincinnati Bengals beat the Cleveland Browns 23–10 on 2016-12-11. T. Eifert posted a game-high +6.98 total EPA in the receiving.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 13 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Cincinnati Bengals | 13 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 23 |
 Cleveland Browns | 0 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 10 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
CINCincinnati Bengals(12:26) 14-A.Dalton pass short right to 85-T.Eifert for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-48-T.Ott, Holder-10-K.Huber.
(6:33) 32-J.Hill right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. 70 C Ogbuehi reported as eligible
(5:08) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short middle to 85-T.Eifert for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-48-T.Ott, Holder-10-K.Huber.
(8:17) 10-R.Griffin up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field stands.
3-C.Parkey extra point is GOOD, Center-47-C.Hughlett, Holder-4-B.Colquitt.
(14:17) (Field Goal formation) 3-C.Parkey 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-C.Hughlett, Holder-4-B.Colquitt.
(8:41) (Field Goal formation) 2-M.Nugent 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-T.Ott, Holder-10-K.Huber.
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Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q1 12:26TD TET. EifertPoints+6
- Yard line
- CLE 14
- Score
- 6-0
(12:26) 14-A.Dalton pass short right to 85-T.Eifert for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q1 12:21XP MNM. NugentPoints+1
- Yard line
- CLE 15
- Score
- 7-0
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-48-T.Ott, Holder-10-K.Huber.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q1 6:33TD Julian HillPoints+6
- Yard line
- CLE 1
- Score
- 13-0
(6:33) 32-J.Hill right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. 70 C Ogbuehi reported as eligible
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q2 5:08TD TET. EifertPoints+6
- Yard line
- CLE 5
- Score
- 19-0
(5:08) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short middle to 85-T.Eifert for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q2 5:06XP MNM. NugentPoints+1
- Yard line
- CLE 15
- Score
- 20-0
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-48-T.Ott, Holder-10-K.Huber.
- CLECleveland Browns
Q3 8:17TD RGR. GriffinPoints+6
- Yard line
- CIN 1
- Score
- 20-6
(8:17) 10-R.Griffin up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field stands.
- CLECleveland Browns
Q3 8:11XP CPC. ParkeyPoints+1
- Yard line
- CIN 15
- Score
- 20-7
3-C.Parkey extra point is GOOD, Center-47-C.Hughlett, Holder-4-B.Colquitt.
- CLECleveland Browns
Q4 14:17FG CPC. ParkeyPoints+3
- Yard line
- CIN 12
- Score
- 20-10
(14:17) (Field Goal formation) 3-C.Parkey 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-C.Hughlett, Holder-4-B.Colquitt.
- CINCincinnati Bengals
Q4 8:41FG MNM. NugentPoints+3
- Yard line
- CLE 25
- Score
- 23-10
(8:41) (Field Goal formation) 2-M.Nugent 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-T.Ott, Holder-10-K.Huber.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1T. Eifert · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +6.98 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.16 EPA/play
- 2
Tyler Boyd · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +5.02 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.84 EPA/play - 3I. Crowell · Cleveland Browns · Rushing · +4.57 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.46 EPA/play
- 4
Andy Dalton · Cincinnati Bengals · Passing · +4.48 total EPA · 34 snaps · +0.13 EPA/play - 5R.Griffin III · Cleveland Browns · Rushing · +3.34 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.67 EPA/play
- 6Tyler Boyd · Cincinnati Bengals · Rushing · +2.25 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.12 EPA/play
- 7
Dyontae Johnson · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +2.21 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.11 EPA/play - 8Julian Hill · Cincinnati Bengals · Rushing · +1.98 total EPA · 25 snaps · +0.08 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
T. Eifert — CIN · Receiving
T. Eifert posted the highest total EPA (+6.98) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Cincinnati Bengals. Across 6 counted snaps, they averaged +1.16 EPA per play.
T. Eifert's top snap (+2.84 EPA): (5:08) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short middle to 85-T.Eifert for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Biggest single play (-3.92 EPA): R. Griffin — (7:57) 10-R.Griffin pass deep right intended for 11-T.Pryor Sr. INTERCEPTED by 43-G.Iloka at CLE 47. 43-G.Iloka pushed ob at CLE 26 for 21 yards (29-D.Johnson Jr.). Handoff to 29 D Johnson pitch back
Quarterback report card
Andy Dalton led all passers in efficiency for Cincinnati Bengals, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- Andy Dalton (Cincinnati Bengals) · 34 dropbacks · 58.8% completion · +8.3% CPOE · +0.13 EPA/play · +4.48 total EPA
- R.Griffin III (Cleveland Browns) · 34 dropbacks · 35.3% completion · -16.3% CPOE · -0.37 EPA/play · -12.52 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Cincinnati Bengals | Cleveland Browns |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.063 | -0.170 |
| Offensive success rate | 52.9% | 32.9% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.132 | -0.368 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.117 | +0.295 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.170 | -0.063 |
| Defensive success rate | 67.1% | 47.1% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Cincinnati Bengals generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.06 vs -0.17), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Cincinnati Bengals: +0.06 EPA/play (69th percentile vs. 2016 team-game averages)
- Cleveland Browns: -0.17 EPA/play (13th percentile vs. 2016 team-game averages)
- Cincinnati Bengals: 10 drives, +5.45 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Cleveland Browns: 10 drives, -11.91 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Cincinnati Bengals — T. Eifert (Andy Dalton pass)
- Cincinnati Bengals — Julian Hill
- Cincinnati Bengals — T. Eifert (Andy Dalton pass)
- Cleveland Browns — R. Griffin
Field goals
- Cleveland Browns — C. Parkey
- Cincinnati Bengals — M. Nugent
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 13–0. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the CLE 14 (Q1 12:26) — (12:26) 14-A.Dalton pass short right to 85-T.Eifert for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the CLE 15 (Q1 12:21) — 2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-48-T.Ott, Holder-10-K.Huber.; Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the CLE 1 (Q1 6:33) — (6:33) 32-J.Hill right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. 70 C Ogbuehi reported as eligible.
The second quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 7–0. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the CLE 5 (Q2 5:08) — (5:08) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short middle to 85-T.Eifert for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the CLE 15 (Q2 5:06) — 2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-48-T.Ott, Holder-10-K.Huber..
The third quarter: Cleveland Browns won the period 7–0. Cleveland Browns found the end zone from the CIN 1 (Q3 8:17); Cleveland Browns added 1 points from the CIN 15 (Q3 8:11) — 3-C.Parkey extra point is GOOD, Center-47-C.Hughlett, Holder-4-B.Colquitt..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Cleveland Browns connected on a field goal from the CIN 12 (Q4 14:17) — (14:17) (Field Goal formation) 3-C.Parkey 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-C.Hughlett, Holder-4-B.Colquitt.; Cincinnati Bengals connected on a field goal from the CLE 25 (Q4 8:41) — (8:41) (Field Goal formation) 2-M.Nugent 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-T.Ott, Holder-10-K.Huber..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 13:33) — (13:33) (Shotgun) 83-T.Boyd left end pushed ob at CLE 20 for 39 yards (20-B.Boddy-Calhoun). Hardoff to 32 J.Hill pitched to 83 T Boyd on reverse
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 10:43) — (10:43) 14-A.Dalton pass deep middle to 85-T.Eifert to CLE 31 for 10 yards (51-J.Collins).
- Cleveland Browns (Q3 1:03) — (1:03) (Shotgun) 34-I.Crowell right guard to CIN 14 for 30 yards (27-D.Kirkpatrick).
- Cleveland Browns (Q2 15:00) — (15:00) (Shotgun) 10-R.Griffin pass short right to 82-G.Barnidge pushed ob at CLE 45 for 13 yards (59-N.Vigil). 10 R Griffin threw pass after scrambling out of pocket
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 8:45) — (8:45) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short left to 83-T.Boyd to CLE 19 for 11 yards (21-J.Taylor).
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Cleveland Browns (Q2 7:57) — (7:57) 10-R.Griffin pass deep right intended for 11-T.Pryor Sr. INTERCEPTED by 43-G.Iloka at CLE 47. 43-G.Iloka pushed ob at CLE 26 for 21 yards (29-D.Johnson Jr.). Handoff to 29 D Johnson pitch back
- Cleveland Browns (Q3 12:43) — (12:43) (Shotgun) 34-I.Crowell right guard to CIN 38 for 42 yards (43-G.Iloka).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 8:46) — (8:46) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton sacked at CLE 42 for -8 yards (51-J.Collins).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 5:08) — (5:08) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short middle to 85-T.Eifert for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q1 12:26 · CLE 14 · Score 6-0
(12:26) 14-A.Dalton pass short right to 85-T.Eifert for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q1 12:21 · CLE 15 · Score 7-0
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-48-T.Ott, Holder-10-K.Huber. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q1 6:33 · CLE 1 · Score 13-0
(6:33) 32-J.Hill right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. 70 C Ogbuehi reported as eligible - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q2 5:08 · CLE 5 · Score 19-0
(5:08) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short middle to 85-T.Eifert for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q2 5:06 · CLE 15 · Score 20-0
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-48-T.Ott, Holder-10-K.Huber. - Cleveland Browns TD (+6) — Q3 8:17 · CIN 1 · Score 20-6
(8:17) 10-R.Griffin up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field stands. - Cleveland Browns XP (+1) — Q3 8:11 · CIN 15 · Score 20-7
3-C.Parkey extra point is GOOD, Center-47-C.Hughlett, Holder-4-B.Colquitt. - Cleveland Browns FG (+3) — Q4 14:17 · CIN 12 · Score 20-10
(14:17) (Field Goal formation) 3-C.Parkey 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-C.Hughlett, Holder-4-B.Colquitt. - Cincinnati Bengals FG (+3) — Q4 8:41 · CLE 25 · Score 23-10
(8:41) (Field Goal formation) 2-M.Nugent 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-T.Ott, Holder-10-K.Huber.
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.
- T. Eifert (Cincinnati Bengals) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- Andy Dalton (CIN) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
- R.Griffin III (CLE) finished below expected efficiency despite volume.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns on 2016-12-11?
The Cincinnati Bengals beat the Cleveland Browns 23-10 in Week 14, 2016.
What was the score by quarter in Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
Q1: Cincinnati Bengals 13, Cleveland Browns 0; Q2: Cincinnati Bengals 7, Cleveland Browns 0; Q3: Cincinnati Bengals 0, Cleveland Browns 7; Q4: Cincinnati Bengals 3, Cleveland Browns 3; Final: Cincinnati Bengals 23, Cleveland Browns 10.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — T. Eifert (A. Dalton pass) (Q1 12:26) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — J. Hill (Q1 6:33) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — T. Eifert (A. Dalton pass) (Q2 5:08) Cleveland Browns touchdown — R. Griffin (Q3 8:17) Cleveland Browns field goal — C. Parkey (Q4 14:17, 3 pts) Cincinnati Bengals field goal — M. Nugent (Q4 8:41, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
Andy Dalton (Cincinnati Bengals), 58.8% completion, +8.3% CPOE, +0.13 EPA per dropback, +4.48 total passing EPA. R.Griffin III (Cleveland Browns), 35.3% completion, -16.3% CPOE, -0.37 EPA per dropback, -12.52 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns?
T. Eifert (Cincinnati Bengals) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +6.98 total EPA on Receiving plays. across 6 snaps. Their top snap (+2.84 EPA): (5:08) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short middle to 85-T.Eifert for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Season records after this game
Cincinnati Bengals
Entered 4-7 Now 5-7 W
Cleveland Browns
Entered 0-12 Now 0-13 L
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