Game story
In Week 12 of the 2014 NFL season on 2014-11-23, the Seattle Seahawks took care of business against the Arizona Cardinals, pulling away with a 19–3 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
D. Stanton (Arizona Cardinals) paced the passing game, with -6.08 total EPA, and -3.5% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, C. Helfet (Seattle Seahawks) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +4.68 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+11.0% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Arizona Cardinals changed the game: (8:03) 5-D.Stanton pass incomplete deep middle to 12-Jo. Brown (41-B.Maxwell). PENALTY on SEA-41-B.Maxwell, Defensive Pass Interference, 39 yards, enforced at ARI 28 - No Play.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona Cardinals | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Seattle Seahawks | 3 | 6 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 19 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 C. Helfet · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +4.68 total EPA · 2 snaps · +2.34 EPA/play
- 2 R. Lockette · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +2.87 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.87 EPA/play
- 3 R. Wilson · Seattle Seahawks · Passing · +1.89 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.06 EPA/play
- 4 L. Willson · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +1.75 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.75 EPA/play
- 5 M. Lynch · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +1.74 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.44 EPA/play
- 6 J. Kearse · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +0.73 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.37 EPA/play
- 7 R. Hughes · Arizona Cardinals · Rushing · +0.50 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.50 EPA/play
- 8 J. Carlson · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +0.39 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.10 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
C. Helfet — SEA · Receiving
C. Helfet posted the highest total EPA (+4.68) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Seattle Seahawks's efficiency. Across 2 counted snaps, they averaged +2.34 EPA per play.
The signature play (-5.93 EPA) came from Seattle Seahawks: (:36) 3-R.Wilson kneels to ARI 4 for -1 yards.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Seattle Seahawks — C. Helfet (R. Wilson pass)
Field goals
- Seattle Seahawks — S. Hauschka
- Seattle Seahawks — S. Hauschka
- Seattle Seahawks — S. Hauschka
- Arizona Cardinals — C. Catanzaro
- Seattle Seahawks — S. Hauschka
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 3–0. Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the ARI 9 (Q1 53:49) — (8:49) 4-S.Hauschka 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan..
The second quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 6–3. Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the ARI 14 (Q2 42:56) — (12:56) 4-S.Hauschka 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan.; Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the ARI 34 (Q2 40:11) — (10:11) 4-S.Hauschka 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan.; Arizona Cardinals connected on a field goal from the SEA 5 (Q2 30:16) — (:16) 7-C.Catanzaro 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler..
The third quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 10–0. Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the ARI 22 (Q3 23:39) — (8:39) 4-S.Hauschka 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan.; Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the ARI 20 (Q3 16:02) — (1:02) 3-R.Wilson pass short right to 84-C.Helfet for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the ARI 2 (Q3 15:52) — 4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q1 53:03) — (8:03) 5-D.Stanton pass incomplete deep middle to 12-Jo. Brown (41-B.Maxwell). PENALTY on SEA-41-B.Maxwell, Defensive Pass Interference, 39 yards, enforced at ARI 28 - No Play.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q1 52:04) — (7:04) 7-C.Catanzaro 49 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q2 42:14) — (12:14) (Shotgun) 5-D.Stanton pass short left intended for 12-Jo. Brown INTERCEPTED by 41-B.Maxwell at 50. 41-B.Maxwell to ARI 48 for 2 yards (84-R.Housler).
- Seattle Seahawks (Q3 28:33) — (13:33) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson sacked at SEA 7 for -10 yards (57-A.Okafor).
- Arizona Cardinals (Q2 31:34) — (1:34) (Shotgun) 5-D.Stanton pass short right to 89-J.Carlson to SEA 9 for 19 yards (54-B.Wagner; 25-R.Sherman).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 0:36) — (:36) 3-R.Wilson kneels to ARI 4 for -1 yards.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q2 42:14) — (12:14) (Shotgun) 5-D.Stanton pass short left intended for 12-Jo. Brown INTERCEPTED by 41-B.Maxwell at 50. 41-B.Maxwell to ARI 48 for 2 yards (84-R.Housler).
- Arizona Cardinals (Q3 26:15) — (11:15) 2-D.Butler punt is BLOCKED by 35-D.Shead, Center-82-M.Leach, recovered by ARI-84-R.Housler at ARI 22. 84-R.Housler to ARI 24 for 2 yards (84-C.Helfet). FUMBLES (84-C.Helfet), ball out of bound
- Arizona Cardinals (Q1 52:04) — (7:04) 7-C.Catanzaro 49 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler.
Quarterback report card
D.Stanton led all passers in efficiency for Arizona Cardinals, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- D.Stanton (Arizona Cardinals) · 37 dropbacks · 37.8% completion · -3.5% CPOE · -0.16 EPA/play · -6.08 total EPA
- R.Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) · 32 dropbacks · 53.1% completion · +16.6% CPOE · +0.06 EPA/play · +1.89 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Arizona Cardinals | Seattle Seahawks |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.335 | -0.087 |
| Offensive success rate | 28.2% | 38.4% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.164 | +0.059 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.282 | -0.111 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.087 | +0.335 |
| Defensive success rate | 61.6% | 71.8% |
By the numbers
Seattle Seahawks held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.09 vs -0.34), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Arizona Cardinals: 10 drives, -23.81 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
- Seattle Seahawks: 11 drives, -6.38 total EPA, 5 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.
- C. Helfet (Seattle Seahawks) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- D. Stanton (ARI) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
- R. Wilson (SEA) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q1 53:49 · ARI 9 · Score 0-3
(8:49) 4-S.Hauschka 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q2 42:56 · ARI 14 · Score 0-6
(12:56) 4-S.Hauschka 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q2 40:11 · ARI 34 · Score 0-9
(10:11) 4-S.Hauschka 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Arizona Cardinals FG (+3) — Q2 30:16 · SEA 5 · Score 3-9
(:16) 7-C.Catanzaro 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-82-M.Leach, Holder-2-D.Butler. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q3 23:39 · ARI 22 · Score 3-12
(8:39) 4-S.Hauschka 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q3 16:02 · ARI 20 · Score 3-18
(1:02) 3-R.Wilson pass short right to 84-C.Helfet for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q3 15:52 · ARI 2 · Score 3-19
4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Arizona Cardinals vs Seattle Seahawks?
The Seattle Seahawks beat the Arizona Cardinals 19-3 in Week 12, 2014 on 2014-11-23.
What was the final score of Arizona Cardinals vs Seattle Seahawks?
The final score was Arizona Cardinals 3, Seattle Seahawks 19 (ARI 3-19 SEA) in Week 12, 2014 on 2014-11-23.
What was the score by quarter in Arizona Cardinals vs Seattle Seahawks?
Q1: Arizona Cardinals 0, Seattle Seahawks 3; Q2: Arizona Cardinals 3, Seattle Seahawks 6; Q3: Arizona Cardinals 0, Seattle Seahawks 10; Final: Arizona Cardinals 3, Seattle Seahawks 19.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Arizona Cardinals vs Seattle Seahawks?
Seattle Seahawks touchdown — C. Helfet (R. Wilson pass) (Q3 16:02) Seattle Seahawks field goal — S. Hauschka (Q1 53:49, 3 pts) Seattle Seahawks field goal — S. Hauschka (Q2 42:56, 3 pts) Seattle Seahawks field goal — S. Hauschka (Q2 40:11, 3 pts) Arizona Cardinals field goal — C. Catanzaro (Q2 30:16, 3 pts) Seattle Seahawks field goal — S. Hauschka (Q3 23:39, 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?
D. Stanton (Arizona Cardinals), 37.8% completion, -3.5% CPOE, -0.16 EPA per dropback, -6.08 total passing EPA. R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks), 53.1% completion, +16.6% CPOE, +0.06 EPA per dropback, +1.89 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Arizona Cardinals vs Seattle Seahawks?
C. Helfet (Seattle Seahawks) led the game in total EPA with +4.68 on receiving plays. across 2 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-5.93 EPA): (:36) 3-R.Wilson kneels to ARI 4 for -1 yards.. The biggest win-probability swing was +11.0%.
Season records after this game
Arizona Cardinals
Entered 9-1 Now 9-2 L
Seattle Seahawks
Entered 6-4 Now 7-4 W
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