Game story
In Week 2 of the 2006 NFL season on 2006-09-17, the Seattle Seahawks took care of business against the Arizona Cardinals, pulling away with a 21–10 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
K. Warner (Arizona Cardinals) paced the passing game, with -3.86 total EPA, and +4.8% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, D. Jackson (Seattle Seahawks) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +14.26 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+13.4% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Seattle Seahawks changed the game: (13:59) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass deep right to 82-D.Jackson to ARI 35 for 47 yards (26-R.Tate).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q3 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona Cardinals | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Seattle Seahawks | 14 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 D. Jackson · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +14.26 total EPA · 5 snaps · +2.85 EPA/play
- 2 A. Boldin · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +7.33 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.22 EPA/play
- 3 Bry. Johnson · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +5.44 total EPA · 1 snaps · +5.44 EPA/play
- 4 L. Fitzgerald · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +4.64 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.16 EPA/play
- 5 M. Strong · Seattle Seahawks · Rushing · +4.34 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.45 EPA/play
- 6 B. Engram · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +4.15 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.04 EPA/play
- 7 O. Ayanbadejo · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +2.19 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.09 EPA/play
- 8 M. Morris · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +2.09 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.09 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
D. Jackson — SEA · Receiving
D. Jackson posted the highest total EPA (+14.26) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Seattle Seahawks's efficiency. Across 5 counted snaps, they averaged +2.85 EPA per play.
The signature play (+5.44 EPA) came from Arizona Cardinals: (11:26) 13-K.Warner pass deep middle to 80-Bry.Johnson for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN [55-D.Tapp].
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Seattle Seahawks — S. Alexander
- Seattle Seahawks — D. Jackson (M. Hasselbeck pass)
- Seattle Seahawks — M. Strong
- Arizona Cardinals — K. Warner
Field goals
- Arizona Cardinals — N. Rackers
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 14–0. Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the ARI 2 (Q1 55:46) — (10:46) 37-S.Alexander right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the ARI 2 (Q1 55:43) — 3-J.Brown extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-1-R.Plackemeier.; Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the ARI 49 (Q1 50:01) — (5:01) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass deep right to 82-D.Jackson for 49 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the ARI 2 (Q1 49:51) — 3-J.Brown extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-1-R.Plackemeier..
The third quarter: Arizona Cardinals won the period 3–0. Arizona Cardinals connected on a field goal from the SEA 25 (Q3 22:07) — (7:07) 1-N.Rackers 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-N.Hodel, Holder-10-S.Player..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the ARI 3 (Q4 14:26) — (14:26) 38-M.Strong up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the ARI 12 (Q4 14:22) — 3-J.Brown extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-1-R.Plackemeier.; Arizona Cardinals found the end zone from the SEA 40 (Q4 11:26) — (11:26) 13-K.Warner pass deep middle to 80-Bry.Johnson for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN [55-D.Tapp].; Arizona Cardinals added 1 points from the SEA 2 (Q4 11:20) — 1-N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-48-N.Hodel, Holder-10-S.Player..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q1 58:59) — (13:59) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass deep right to 82-D.Jackson to ARI 35 for 47 yards (26-R.Tate).
- Seattle Seahawks (Q1 50:01) — (5:01) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass deep right to 82-D.Jackson for 49 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q1 52:17) — (7:17) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass short middle to 82-D.Jackson to SEA 41 for 17 yards (57-O.Huff, 34-R.Griffith).
- Arizona Cardinals (Q4 9:54) — (9:54) 13-K.Warner pass short middle to 89-A.Bergen to SEA 29 for 10 yards (31-K.Herndon). FUMBLES (31-K.Herndon), RECOVERED by SEA-51-L.Tatupu at SEA 29. 51-L.Tatupu to SEA 29 for no gain (80-Bry.Joh
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 11:20) — (11:20) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass deep right intended for 82-D.Jackson INTERCEPTED by 24-A.Wilson at ARI 47. 24-A.Wilson to ARI 47 for no gain (82-D.Jackson).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q4 11:26) — (11:26) 13-K.Warner pass deep middle to 80-Bry.Johnson for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN [55-D.Tapp].
- Seattle Seahawks (Q1 50:01) — (5:01) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass deep right to 82-D.Jackson for 49 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q1 58:59) — (13:59) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass deep right to 82-D.Jackson to ARI 35 for 47 yards (26-R.Tate).
- Arizona Cardinals (Q4 9:54) — (9:54) 13-K.Warner pass short middle to 89-A.Bergen to SEA 29 for 10 yards (31-K.Herndon). FUMBLES (31-K.Herndon), RECOVERED by SEA-51-L.Tatupu at SEA 29. 51-L.Tatupu to SEA 29 for no gain (80-Bry.Joh
Quarterback report card
K.Warner led all passers in efficiency for Arizona Cardinals, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- K.Warner (Arizona Cardinals) · 46 dropbacks · 52.2% completion · +4.8% CPOE · -0.08 EPA/play · -3.86 total EPA
- M.Hasselbeck (Seattle Seahawks) · 32 dropbacks · 37.5% completion · -10.0% CPOE · +0.04 EPA/play · +1.30 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Arizona Cardinals | Seattle Seahawks |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.133 | -0.024 |
| Offensive success rate | 36.8% | 39.5% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.084 | -0.033 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.173 | +0.017 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.024 | +0.133 |
| Defensive success rate | 60.5% | 63.2% |
By the numbers
Seattle Seahawks held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.02 vs -0.13), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Arizona Cardinals: 12 drives, -11.53 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Seattle Seahawks: 12 drives, -2.10 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Seattle Seahawks leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- D. Jackson (Seattle Seahawks) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- K. Warner (ARI) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
- M. Hasselbeck (SEA) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q1 55:46 · ARI 2 · Score 0-6
(10:46) 37-S.Alexander right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q1 55:43 · ARI 2 · Score 0-7
3-J.Brown extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-1-R.Plackemeier. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q1 50:01 · ARI 49 · Score 0-13
(5:01) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass deep right to 82-D.Jackson for 49 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q1 49:51 · ARI 2 · Score 0-14
3-J.Brown extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-1-R.Plackemeier. - Arizona Cardinals FG (+3) — Q3 22:07 · SEA 25 · Score 3-14
(7:07) 1-N.Rackers 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-N.Hodel, Holder-10-S.Player. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q4 14:26 · ARI 3 · Score 3-20
(14:26) 38-M.Strong up the middle for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q4 14:22 · ARI 12 · Score 3-21
3-J.Brown extra point is GOOD, Center-48-D.Rackley, Holder-1-R.Plackemeier. - Arizona Cardinals TD (+6) — Q4 11:26 · SEA 40 · Score 9-21
(11:26) 13-K.Warner pass deep middle to 80-Bry.Johnson for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN [55-D.Tapp]. - Arizona Cardinals XP (+1) — Q4 11:20 · SEA 2 · Score 10-21
1-N.Rackers extra point is GOOD, Center-48-N.Hodel, Holder-10-S.Player.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Arizona Cardinals vs Seattle Seahawks?
The Seattle Seahawks beat the Arizona Cardinals 21-10 in Week 2, 2006 on 2006-09-17.
What was the final score of Arizona Cardinals vs Seattle Seahawks?
The final score was Arizona Cardinals 10, Seattle Seahawks 21 (ARI 10-21 SEA) in Week 2, 2006 on 2006-09-17.
What was the score by quarter in Arizona Cardinals vs Seattle Seahawks?
Q1: Arizona Cardinals 0, Seattle Seahawks 14; Q3: Arizona Cardinals 3, Seattle Seahawks 0; Q4: Arizona Cardinals 7, Seattle Seahawks 7; Final: Arizona Cardinals 10, Seattle Seahawks 21.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Arizona Cardinals vs Seattle Seahawks?
Seattle Seahawks touchdown — S. Alexander (Q1 55:46) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — D. Jackson (M. Hasselbeck pass) (Q1 50:01) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — M. Strong (Q4 14:26) Arizona Cardinals touchdown — K. Warner (Q4 11:26) Arizona Cardinals field goal — N. Rackers (Q3 22:07, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Arizona Cardinals vs Seattle Seahawks?
K. Warner (Arizona Cardinals), 52.2% completion, +4.8% CPOE, -0.08 EPA per dropback, -3.86 total passing EPA. M. Hasselbeck (Seattle Seahawks), 37.5% completion, -10.0% CPOE, +0.04 EPA per dropback, +1.30 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Arizona Cardinals vs Seattle Seahawks?
D. Jackson (Seattle Seahawks) led the game in total EPA with +14.26 on receiving plays. across 5 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+5.44 EPA): (11:26) 13-K.Warner pass deep middle to 80-Bry.Johnson for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN [55-D.Tapp].. The biggest win-probability swing was +13.4%.
Season records after this game
Arizona Cardinals
Entered 1-0 Now 1-1 L
Seattle Seahawks
Entered 1-0 Now 2-0 W
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