Quick answer
- Winner
- Chicago Bears
- Final score
- Chicago Bears 29–3 New York Giants
- Halftime
- New York Giants 3–22 Chicago Bears at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Darnell Mooney
- Top passer
- Andy Dalton
- Biggest EPA play
- (14:54) (Shotgun) 2-M.Glennon sacked at NYG 18 for -7 yards (99-T.Gipson). FUMBLES (99-T.G…
- Game date
- 2022-01-02
Game summary
The Chicago Bears beat the New York Giants 29–3 on 2022-01-02. Darnell Mooney posted a game-high +2.33 total EPA in the receiving.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 14 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 New York Giants | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
 Chicago Bears | 14 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 29 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
NYGNew York Giants
(14:45) 32-D.Montgomery left guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
2-C.Santos extra point is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell.
(8:14) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short right to 11-D.Mooney for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
2-C.Santos extra point is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell.
(7:50) 5-G.Gano 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-58-C.Kreiter, Holder-9-R.Dixon.
(1:04) 2-C.Santos 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell.
(:54) 68-B.Bredeson and 63-W.Martin reported in as eligible. 28-D.Booker right guard to NYG 1 for no gain (90-A.Blackson). The Replay Official reviewed the safety ruling, and the play was REVERSED. 68-B.Bredeson and 63-W.Martin reported in as eligible. 28-D.Booker right guard tackled in End Zone for -1 yards, SAFETY (90-A.Blackson).
(:03) 2-C.Santos 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell.
(9:33) (Shotgun) 32-D.Montgomery left guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
2-C.Santos extra point is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell.
CHIChicago BearsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q1 14:45TD D.J. MontgomeryPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYG 2
- Score
- 0-6
(14:45) 32-D.Montgomery left guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q1 14:42XP Cairo SantosPoints+1
- Yard line
- NYG 15
- Score
- 0-7
2-C.Santos extra point is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q1 8:14TD Darnell MooneyPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYG 4
- Score
- 0-13
(8:14) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short right to 11-D.Mooney for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q1 8:08XP Cairo SantosPoints+1
- Yard line
- NYG 15
- Score
- 0-14
2-C.Santos extra point is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell.
- NYGNew York Giants
Q2 7:50FG Graham GanoPoints+3
- Yard line
- CHI 20
- Score
- 3-14
(7:50) 5-G.Gano 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-58-C.Kreiter, Holder-9-R.Dixon.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q2 1:04FG Cairo SantosPoints+3
- Yard line
- NYG 3
- Score
- 3-17
(1:04) 2-C.Santos 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q2 0:54Safety Ben BredesonPoints+2
- Yard line
- CHI 99
- Score
- 3-19
(:54) 68-B.Bredeson and 63-W.Martin reported in as eligible. 28-D.Booker right guard to NYG 1 for no gain (90-A.Blackson). The Replay Official reviewed the safety ruling, and the play was REVERSED. 68-B.Bredeson and 63-W.Martin reported in as eligible. 28-D.Booker right guard tackled in End Zone for -1 yards, SAFETY (90-A.Blackson).
- CHIChicago Bears
Q2 0:03FG Cairo SantosPoints+3
- Yard line
- NYG 26
- Score
- 3-22
(:03) 2-C.Santos 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q3 9:33TD D.J. MontgomeryPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYG 2
- Score
- 3-28
(9:33) (Shotgun) 32-D.Montgomery left guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- CHIChicago Bears
Q3 9:30XP Cairo SantosPoints+1
- Yard line
- NYG 15
- Score
- 3-29
2-C.Santos extra point is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1Darnell Mooney · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +2.33 total EPA · 13 snaps · +0.18 EPA/play
- 2D.J. Montgomery · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +1.75 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.87 EPA/play
- 3
David Sills · New York Giants · Receiving · +0.81 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.81 EPA/play - 4
Khalil Herbert · Chicago Bears · Rushing · +0.74 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.37 EPA/play - 5Damiere Byrd · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +0.53 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.26 EPA/play
- 6
Saquon Barkley · New York Giants · Rushing · +0.21 total EPA · 21 snaps · +0.01 EPA/play - 7
Alton Robinson · Chicago Bears · Receiving · -0.08 total EPA · 6 snaps · -0.01 EPA/play - 8
Dorian Williams · Chicago Bears · Receiving · -0.29 total EPA · 1 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
Darnell Mooney — CHI · Receiving
Darnell Mooney posted the highest total EPA (+2.33) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Chicago Bears. Across 13 counted snaps, they averaged +0.18 EPA per play.
Darnell Mooney's top snap (+3.81 EPA): (8:14) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short right to 11-D.Mooney for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Biggest single play (-7.17 EPA): M. Glennon — (14:54) (Shotgun) 2-M.Glennon sacked at NYG 18 for -7 yards (99-T.Gipson). FUMBLES (99-T.Gipson) [99-T.Gipson], touched at NYG 18, RECOVERED by CHI-98-B.Nichols at NYG 14. 98-B.Nichols pushed ob at NY
Quarterback report card
Andy Dalton led all passers in efficiency for Chicago Bears, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
Andy Dalton (Chicago Bears) · 40 dropbacks · 45.0% completion · -9.4% CPOE · -0.08 EPA/play · -3.37 total EPA- M. Glennon (New York Giants) · 17 dropbacks · 23.5% completion · -29.2% CPOE · -1.85 EPA/play · -31.39 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | New York Giants | Chicago Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.507 | -0.094 |
| Offensive success rate | 36.8% | 39.5% |
| Pass EPA/play | -1.847 | -0.160 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.076 | -0.097 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.094 | +0.507 |
| Defensive success rate | 60.5% | 63.2% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Chicago Bears held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.09 vs -0.51), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- New York Giants: -0.51 EPA/play (1st percentile vs. 2021 team-game averages)
- Chicago Bears: -0.09 EPA/play (30th percentile vs. 2021 team-game averages)
- Chicago Bears: 12 drives, -7.63 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- New York Giants: 12 drives, -34.48 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Chicago Bears — D.J. Montgomery
- Chicago Bears — Darnell Mooney (Andy Dalton pass)
- Chicago Bears — D.J. Montgomery
Field goals
- New York Giants — Graham Gano
- Chicago Bears — Cairo Santos
- Chicago Bears — Cairo Santos
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Chicago Bears won the period 14–0. Chicago Bears found the end zone from the NYG 2 (Q1 14:45) — (14:45) 32-D.Montgomery left guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the NYG 15 (Q1 14:42) — 2-C.Santos extra point is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell.; Chicago Bears found the end zone from the NYG 4 (Q1 8:14) — (8:14) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short right to 11-D.Mooney for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the NYG 15 (Q1 8:08) — 2-C.Santos extra point is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell..
The second quarter: Chicago Bears won the period 8–3. New York Giants connected on a field goal from the CHI 20 (Q2 7:50) — (7:50) 5-G.Gano 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-58-C.Kreiter, Holder-9-R.Dixon.; Chicago Bears connected on a field goal from the NYG 3 (Q2 1:04) — (1:04) 2-C.Santos 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell.; Chicago Bears registered a safety from the CHI 99 (Q2 0:54); Chicago Bears connected on a field goal from the NYG 26 (Q2 0:03) — (:03) 2-C.Santos 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell..
The third quarter: Chicago Bears won the period 7–0. Chicago Bears found the end zone from the NYG 2 (Q3 9:33) — (9:33) (Shotgun) 32-D.Montgomery left guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Chicago Bears added 1 points from the NYG 15 (Q3 9:30) — 2-C.Santos extra point is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- New York Giants (Q1 14:54) — (14:54) (Shotgun) 2-M.Glennon sacked at NYG 18 for -7 yards (99-T.Gipson). FUMBLES (99-T.Gipson) [99-T.Gipson], touched at NYG 18, RECOVERED by CHI-98-B.Nichols at NYG 14. 98-B.Nichols pushed ob at NY
- New York Giants (Q1 11:58) — (11:58) (Shotgun) 2-M.Glennon pass short middle intended for 19-K.Golladay INTERCEPTED by 38-Ta.Gipson (25-A.Burns) at CHI 45. 38-Ta.Gipson to NYG 24 for 31 yards (2-M.Glennon).
- Chicago Bears (Q1 10:31) — (10:31) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short middle to 32-D.Montgomery to NYG 12 for 11 yards (48-T.Crowder).
- Chicago Bears (Q1 14:45) — (14:45) 32-D.Montgomery left guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Chicago Bears (Q1 8:14) — (8:14) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short right to 11-D.Mooney for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- New York Giants (Q1 14:54) — (14:54) (Shotgun) 2-M.Glennon sacked at NYG 18 for -7 yards (99-T.Gipson). FUMBLES (99-T.Gipson) [99-T.Gipson], touched at NYG 18, RECOVERED by CHI-98-B.Nichols at NYG 14. 98-B.Nichols pushed ob at NY
- New York Giants (Q1 11:58) — (11:58) (Shotgun) 2-M.Glennon pass short middle intended for 19-K.Golladay INTERCEPTED by 38-Ta.Gipson (25-A.Burns) at CHI 45. 38-Ta.Gipson to NYG 24 for 31 yards (2-M.Glennon).
- New York Giants (Q3 2:42) — (2:42) (Shotgun) 2-M.Glennon sacked at CHI 46 for -9 yards (99-T.Gipson). FUMBLES (99-T.Gipson), RECOVERED by CHI-95-K.Tonga at CHI 44.
- New York Giants (Q4 3:45) — (3:45) (Shotgun) 2-M.Glennon pass short middle intended for 83-P.Cooper INTERCEPTED by 26-D.Bush (98-B.Nichols) at NYG 30. 26-D.Bush to NYG 15 for 15 yards (78-A.Thomas).
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q1 14:45 · NYG 2 · Score 0-6
(14:45) 32-D.Montgomery left guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q1 14:42 · NYG 15 · Score 0-7
2-C.Santos extra point is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q1 8:14 · NYG 4 · Score 0-13
(8:14) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short right to 11-D.Mooney for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q1 8:08 · NYG 15 · Score 0-14
2-C.Santos extra point is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell. - New York Giants FG (+3) — Q2 7:50 · CHI 20 · Score 3-14
(7:50) 5-G.Gano 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-58-C.Kreiter, Holder-9-R.Dixon. - Chicago Bears FG (+3) — Q2 1:04 · NYG 3 · Score 3-17
(1:04) 2-C.Santos 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell. - Chicago Bears Safety (+2) — Q2 0:54 · CHI 99 · Score 3-19
(:54) 68-B.Bredeson and 63-W.Martin reported in as eligible. 28-D.Booker right guard to NYG 1 for no gain (90-A.Blackson). The Replay Official reviewed the safety ruling, and the play was REVERSED. 68 - Chicago Bears FG (+3) — Q2 0:03 · NYG 26 · Score 3-22
(:03) 2-C.Santos 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q3 9:33 · NYG 2 · Score 3-28
(9:33) (Shotgun) 32-D.Montgomery left guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Chicago Bears XP (+1) — Q3 9:30 · NYG 15 · Score 3-29
2-C.Santos extra point is GOOD, Center-48-P.Scales, Holder-16-P.O'Donnell.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Chicago Bears earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- Darnell Mooney (Chicago Bears) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- Andy Dalton (CHI) finished below expected efficiency despite volume.
- M. Glennon (NYG) finished below expected efficiency despite volume.
Frequently asked questions
Who won New York Giants vs Chicago Bears on 2022-01-02?
The Chicago Bears beat the New York Giants 29-3 in Week 17, 2021.
What was the score by quarter in New York Giants vs Chicago Bears?
Q1: New York Giants 0, Chicago Bears 14; Q2: New York Giants 3, Chicago Bears 8; Q3: New York Giants 0, Chicago Bears 7; Final: New York Giants 3, Chicago Bears 29.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in New York Giants vs Chicago Bears?
Chicago Bears touchdown — D. Montgomery (Q1 14:45) Chicago Bears touchdown — D. Mooney (A. Dalton pass) (Q1 8:14) Chicago Bears touchdown — D. Montgomery (Q3 9:33) New York Giants field goal — G. Gano (Q2 7:50, 3 pts) Chicago Bears field goal — C. Santos (Q2 1:04, 3 pts) Chicago Bears field goal — C. Santos (Q2 0:03, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in New York Giants vs Chicago Bears?
Andy Dalton (Chicago Bears), 45.0% completion, -9.4% CPOE, -0.08 EPA per dropback, -3.37 total passing EPA. M. Glennon (New York Giants), 23.5% completion, -29.2% CPOE, -1.85 EPA per dropback, -31.39 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in New York Giants vs Chicago Bears?
Darnell Mooney (Chicago Bears) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +2.33 total EPA on Receiving plays. across 13 snaps. Their top snap (+3.81 EPA): (8:14) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short right to 11-D.Mooney for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Season records after this game
New York Giants
Entered 4-11 Now 4-12 L
Chicago Bears
Entered 5-10 Now 6-10 W
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