Game story
In Week 16 of the 2004 NFL season on 2004-12-26, the Pittsburgh Steelers took care of business against the Baltimore Ravens, pulling away with a 20–7 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. Boller (Baltimore Ravens) paced the passing game, with -0.99 total EPA.
On the individual side, P. Burress (Pittsburgh Steelers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +7.93 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-14.3% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Baltimore Ravens changed the game: (1:40) 7-K.Boller pass intended for 84-C.Moore INTERCEPTED by 55-J.Porter (92-J.Harrison) at PIT 32. 55-J.Porter to PIT 35 for 3 yards (61-C.Rabach).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Ravens | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 7 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 20 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 P. Burress · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +7.93 total EPA · 3 snaps · +2.64 EPA/play
- 2 R. Hymes · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +7.30 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.83 EPA/play
- 3 B. Roethlisberger · Pittsburgh Steelers · Passing · +6.92 total EPA · 19 snaps · +0.36 EPA/play
- 4 J. Tuman · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +3.43 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.72 EPA/play
- 5 V. Haynes · Pittsburgh Steelers · Rushing · +3.22 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.40 EPA/play
- 6 K. Boller · Baltimore Ravens · Rushing · +3.10 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.62 EPA/play
- 7 T. Heap · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +2.66 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.89 EPA/play
- 8 K. Johnson · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +2.16 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.16 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
P. Burress — PIT · Receiving
P. Burress posted the highest total EPA (+7.93) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Pittsburgh Steelers's efficiency. Across 3 counted snaps, they averaged +2.64 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.61 EPA) came from Baltimore Ravens: (1:40) 7-K.Boller pass intended for 84-C.Moore INTERCEPTED by 55-J.Porter (92-J.Harrison) at PIT 32. 55-J.Porter to PIT 35 for 3 yards (61-C.Rabach).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Pittsburgh Steelers — P. Burress (B. Roethlisberger pass)
- Baltimore Ravens — J. Lewis
- Pittsburgh Steelers — J. Tuman (B. Roethlisberger pass)
Field goals
- Pittsburgh Steelers — J. Reed
- Pittsburgh Steelers — J. Reed
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the BAL 36 (Q1 55:28) — (10:28) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass to 80-P.Burress for 36 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the BAL 2 (Q1 55:24) — 3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki.; Baltimore Ravens found the end zone from the PIT 5 (Q1 49:32) — (4:32) 31-J.Lewis right guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Baltimore Ravens added 1 points from the PIT 2 (Q1 49:27) — 3-M.Stover extra point is GOOD, Center-59-J.Maese, Holder-15-D.Zastudil..
The second quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 3–0. Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the BAL 5 (Q2 43:04) — (13:04) 3-J.Reed 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki..
The third quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 7–0. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the BAL 2 (Q3 21:30); Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the BAL 2 (Q3 21:26) — 3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki..
The fourth quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 3–0. Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the BAL 22 (Q4 12:59) — (12:59) 3-J.Reed 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q1 46:40) — (1:40) 7-K.Boller pass intended for 84-C.Moore INTERCEPTED by 55-J.Porter (92-J.Harrison) at PIT 32. 55-J.Porter to PIT 35 for 3 yards (61-C.Rabach).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 49:21) — (4:21) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass intended for 84-J.Tuman INTERCEPTED by 47-W.Demps at PIT 45. 47-W.Demps to PIT 45 for no gain (84-J.Tuman).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q2 30:48) — (:48) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass to 82-A.Randle El to BAL 30 for 11 yards (20-E.Reed). FUMBLES (20-E.Reed), RECOVERED by BAL-47-W.Demps at BAL 27. 47-W.Demps to BAL 29 for 2 yards. Lateral to 2
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 45:15) — (:15) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass to 82-A.Randle El to BAL 24 for 33 yards (96-A.Thomas).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q2 33:13) — (3:13) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass incomplete to 84-J.Tuman. Pressure by #55 Suggs
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q1 46:40) — (1:40) 7-K.Boller pass intended for 84-C.Moore INTERCEPTED by 55-J.Porter (92-J.Harrison) at PIT 32. 55-J.Porter to PIT 35 for 3 yards (61-C.Rabach).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 49:21) — (4:21) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass intended for 84-J.Tuman INTERCEPTED by 47-W.Demps at PIT 45. 47-W.Demps to PIT 45 for no gain (84-J.Tuman).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 55:28) — (10:28) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass to 80-P.Burress for 36 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q3 17:26) — (2:26) 3-M.Stover 44 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-59-J.Maese, Holder-15-D.Zastudil.
Quarterback report card
K.Boller led all passers in efficiency for Baltimore Ravens, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- K.Boller (Baltimore Ravens) · 32 dropbacks · 56.2% completion · -0.03 EPA/play · -0.99 total EPA
- B.Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) · 19 dropbacks · 73.7% completion · +0.36 EPA/play · +6.92 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Baltimore Ravens | Pittsburgh Steelers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.054 | +0.118 |
| Offensive success rate | 38.5% | 56.9% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.057 | +0.219 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.198 | +0.102 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.118 | +0.054 |
| Defensive success rate | 43.1% | 61.5% |
By the numbers
Pittsburgh Steelers held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.12 vs -0.05), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Baltimore Ravens: 8 drives, -3.51 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
- Pittsburgh Steelers: 8 drives, +8.47 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Pittsburgh Steelers leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- P. Burress (Pittsburgh Steelers) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q1 55:28 · BAL 36 · Score 0-6
(10:28) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass to 80-P.Burress for 36 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q1 55:24 · BAL 2 · Score 0-7
3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki. - Baltimore Ravens TD (+6) — Q1 49:32 · PIT 5 · Score 6-7
(4:32) 31-J.Lewis right guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Baltimore Ravens XP (+1) — Q1 49:27 · PIT 2 · Score 7-7
3-M.Stover extra point is GOOD, Center-59-J.Maese, Holder-15-D.Zastudil. - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q2 43:04 · BAL 5 · Score 7-10
(13:04) 3-J.Reed 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q3 21:30 · BAL 2 · Score 7-16
(6:30) #78 Starks is an eligible receiver 7-B.Roethlisberger pass to 84-J.Tuman for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. PENALTY on BAL-55-T.Suggs, Roughing the Passer, 15 yards - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q3 21:26 · BAL 2 · Score 7-17
3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki. - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q4 12:59 · BAL 22 · Score 7-20
(12:59) 3-J.Reed 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Baltimore Ravens vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Baltimore Ravens 20-7 in Week 16, 2004 on 2004-12-26.
What was the final score of Baltimore Ravens vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The final score was Baltimore Ravens 7, Pittsburgh Steelers 20 (BAL 7-20 PIT) in Week 16, 2004 on 2004-12-26.
What was the score by quarter in Baltimore Ravens vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Q1: Baltimore Ravens 7, Pittsburgh Steelers 7; Q2: Baltimore Ravens 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 3; Q3: Baltimore Ravens 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 7; Q4: Baltimore Ravens 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 3; Final: Baltimore Ravens 7, Pittsburgh Steelers 20.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Baltimore Ravens vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — P. Burress (B. Roethlisberger pass) (Q1 55:28) Baltimore Ravens touchdown — J. Lewis (Q1 49:32) Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — J. Tuman (B. Roethlisberger pass) (Q3 21:30) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — J. Reed (Q2 43:04, 3 pts) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — J. Reed (Q4 12:59, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Baltimore Ravens vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
K. Boller (Baltimore Ravens), 56.2% completion, -0.03 EPA per dropback, -0.99 total passing EPA. B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers), 73.7% completion, +0.36 EPA per dropback, +6.92 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Baltimore Ravens vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
P. Burress (Pittsburgh Steelers) led the game in total EPA with +7.93 on receiving plays. across 3 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.61 EPA): (1:40) 7-K.Boller pass intended for 84-C.Moore INTERCEPTED by 55-J.Porter (92-J.Harrison) at PIT 32. 55-J.Porter to PIT 35 for 3 yards (61-C.Rabach).. The biggest win-probability swing was -14.3%.
Season records after this game
Baltimore Ravens
Entered 8-6 Now 8-7 L
Pittsburgh Steelers
Entered 13-1 Now 14-1 W
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