Game story
In Week 4 of the 2010 NFL season on 2010-10-03, the Baltimore Ravens took care of business against the Pittsburgh Steelers, pulling away with a 17–14 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
J. Flacco (Baltimore Ravens) paced the passing game, with +8.34 total EPA, and +5.7% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, J. Flacco (Baltimore Ravens) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +8.34 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-25.6% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Pittsburgh Steelers changed the game: (1:15) (Punt formation) 9-D.Sepulveda punts 47 yards to BAL 50, Center-60-G.Warren, fair catch by 28-T.Zbikowski. PENALTY on PIT-57-K.Fox, Defensive Holding, 10 yards, enforced at BAL 50.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Ravens | 0 | 10 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 7 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 J. Flacco · Baltimore Ravens · Passing · +8.34 total EPA · 42 snaps · +0.20 EPA/play
- 2 A.Randle El · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +5.73 total EPA · 2 snaps · +2.86 EPA/play
- 3 T. Houshmandzadeh · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +4.12 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.69 EPA/play
- 4 T. Heap · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +2.65 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.53 EPA/play
- 5 H. Miller · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +2.23 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.56 EPA/play
- 6 A. Boldin · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +1.76 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.18 EPA/play
- 7 D. Mason · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +1.36 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.17 EPA/play
- 8 C. Batch · Pittsburgh Steelers · Passing · +0.89 total EPA · 28 snaps · +0.03 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
J. Flacco — BAL · Passing
J. Flacco posted the highest total EPA (+8.34) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Baltimore Ravens's efficiency. Across 42 counted snaps, they averaged +0.20 EPA per play.
The signature play (-3.85 EPA) came from Baltimore Ravens: (12:12) 23-W.McGahee right tackle to BAL 27 for 5 yards (92-J.Harrison). FUMBLES (92-J.Harrison), RECOVERED by PIT-94-L.Timmons at BAL 27. 94-L.Timmons to BAL 27 for no gain (77-M.Birk). BAL-23-W.McGahee was injured duri
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Pittsburgh Steelers — R. Mendenhall
- Baltimore Ravens — W. McGahee
- Pittsburgh Steelers — R. Mendenhall
- Baltimore Ravens — T. Houshmandzadeh (J. Flacco pass)
Field goals
- Baltimore Ravens — B. Cundiff
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 7–0. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the BAL 1 (Q1 47:12) — (2:12) 34-R.Mendenhall left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the BAL 2 (Q1 47:08) — 3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-9-D.Sepulveda..
The second quarter: Baltimore Ravens won the period 10–0. Baltimore Ravens found the end zone from the PIT 9 (Q2 43:39) — (13:39) 23-W.McGahee right tackle for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Baltimore Ravens added 1 points from the PIT 2 (Q2 43:33) — 7-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch.; Baltimore Ravens connected on a field goal from the PIT 15 (Q2 30:05) — (:05) (Field Goal formation) 7-B.Cundiff 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the BAL 7 (Q4 7:22) — (7:22) 34-R.Mendenhall right end for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the BAL 2 (Q4 7:14) — 3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-9-D.Sepulveda.; Baltimore Ravens found the end zone from the PIT 18 (Q4 0:34) — (:34) (Shotgun) 5-J.Flacco pass deep right to 84-T.Houshmandzadeh for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Baltimore Ravens added 1 points from the PIT 2 (Q4 0:32) — 7-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q4 1:15) — (1:15) (Punt formation) 9-D.Sepulveda punts 47 yards to BAL 50, Center-60-G.Warren, fair catch by 28-T.Zbikowski. PENALTY on PIT-57-K.Fox, Defensive Holding, 10 yards, enforced at BAL 50.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q4 0:34) — (:34) (Shotgun) 5-J.Flacco pass deep right to 84-T.Houshmandzadeh for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q4 2:44) — (2:44) 5-J.Flacco pass incomplete short left to 81-A.Boldin (22-W.Gay).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q4 10:01) — (10:01) (Shotgun) 16-C.Batch pass deep middle to 82-A.Randle El to BAL 26 for 16 yards (31-F.Washington).
- Baltimore Ravens (Q3 17:10) — (2:10) (Shotgun) 5-J.Flacco pass deep left intended for 85-D.Mason INTERCEPTED by 24-I.Taylor at BAL 33. 24-I.Taylor to BAL 33 for no gain (85-D.Mason).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q3 27:12) — (12:12) 23-W.McGahee right tackle to BAL 27 for 5 yards (92-J.Harrison). FUMBLES (92-J.Harrison), RECOVERED by PIT-94-L.Timmons at BAL 27. 94-L.Timmons to BAL 27 for no gain (77-M.Birk). BAL-23-W.McGa
- Baltimore Ravens (Q1 51:21) — (6:21) (Field Goal formation) 7-B.Cundiff 46 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 48:40) — (3:40) 16-C.Batch pass deep left to 82-A.Randle El to BAL 1 for 34 yards (31-F.Washington).
- Baltimore Ravens (Q4 0:34) — (:34) (Shotgun) 5-J.Flacco pass deep right to 84-T.Houshmandzadeh for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
J.Flacco led all passers in efficiency for Baltimore Ravens, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- J.Flacco (Baltimore Ravens) · 42 dropbacks · 57.1% completion · +5.7% CPOE · +0.20 EPA/play · +8.34 total EPA
- C.Batch (Pittsburgh Steelers) · 28 dropbacks · 42.9% completion · -0.5% CPOE · +0.03 EPA/play · +0.89 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Baltimore Ravens | Pittsburgh Steelers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.019 | -0.078 |
| Offensive success rate | 48.2% | 37.5% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.199 | +0.032 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.234 | -0.100 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.078 | +0.019 |
| Defensive success rate | 62.5% | 51.8% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Baltimore Ravens generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.02 vs -0.08), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Baltimore Ravens: 11 drives, -1.61 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Pittsburgh Steelers: 10 drives, -5.65 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Baltimore Ravens leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- One-score margin — fantasy managers should double-check garbage-time stats before drawing conclusions.
- J. Flacco (Baltimore Ravens) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- J. Flacco (BAL) 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.
- Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q1 47:12 · BAL 1 · Score 0-6
(2:12) 34-R.Mendenhall left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q1 47:08 · BAL 2 · Score 0-7
3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-9-D.Sepulveda. - Baltimore Ravens TD (+6) — Q2 43:39 · PIT 9 · Score 6-7
(13:39) 23-W.McGahee right tackle for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Baltimore Ravens XP (+1) — Q2 43:33 · PIT 2 · Score 7-7
7-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch. - Baltimore Ravens FG (+3) — Q2 30:05 · PIT 15 · Score 10-7
(:05) (Field Goal formation) 7-B.Cundiff 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q4 7:22 · BAL 7 · Score 10-13
(7:22) 34-R.Mendenhall right end for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q4 7:14 · BAL 2 · Score 10-14
3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-9-D.Sepulveda. - Baltimore Ravens TD (+6) — Q4 0:34 · PIT 18 · Score 16-14
(:34) (Shotgun) 5-J.Flacco pass deep right to 84-T.Houshmandzadeh for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Baltimore Ravens XP (+1) — Q4 0:32 · PIT 2 · Score 17-14
7-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Baltimore Ravens vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The Baltimore Ravens beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 17-14 in Week 4, 2010 on 2010-10-03.
What was the final score of Baltimore Ravens vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The final score was Baltimore Ravens 17, Pittsburgh Steelers 14 (BAL 17-14 PIT) in Week 4, 2010 on 2010-10-03.
What was the score by quarter in Baltimore Ravens vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Q1: Baltimore Ravens 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 7; Q2: Baltimore Ravens 10, Pittsburgh Steelers 0; Q4: Baltimore Ravens 7, Pittsburgh Steelers 7; Final: Baltimore Ravens 17, Pittsburgh Steelers 14.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Baltimore Ravens vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — R. Mendenhall (Q1 47:12) Baltimore Ravens touchdown — W. McGahee (Q2 43:39) Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — R. Mendenhall (Q4 7:22) Baltimore Ravens touchdown — T. Houshmandzadeh (J. Flacco pass) (Q4 0:34) Baltimore Ravens field goal — B. Cundiff (Q2 30:05, 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?
J. Flacco (Baltimore Ravens), 57.1% completion, +5.7% CPOE, +0.20 EPA per dropback, +8.34 total passing EPA. C. Batch (Pittsburgh Steelers), 42.9% completion, -0.5% CPOE, +0.03 EPA per dropback, +0.89 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Baltimore Ravens vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
J. Flacco (Baltimore Ravens) led the game in total EPA with +8.34 on passing plays. across 42 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-3.85 EPA): (12:12) 23-W.McGahee right tackle to BAL 27 for 5 yards (92-J.Harrison). FUMBLES (92-J.Harrison), RECOVERED by PIT-94-L.Timmons at BAL 27. 94-L.Timmons to BAL 27 for no gain (77-M.. The biggest win-probability swing was -25.6%.
Was Baltimore Ravens vs Pittsburgh Steelers a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Baltimore Ravens won 17-14 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Baltimore Ravens
Entered 2-1 Now 3-1 W
Pittsburgh Steelers
Entered 3-0 Now 3-1 L
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