Game story
In Week 14 of the 2005 NFL season on 2005-12-11, the Pittsburgh Steelers took care of business against the Chicago Bears, pulling away with a 21–9 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
K. Orton (Chicago Bears) paced the passing game, with -3.42 total EPA.
On the individual side, B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +10.01 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+9.8% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Pittsburgh Steelers changed the game: (11:34) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass to 39-W.Parker to CHI 22 for 45 yards (35-To.Johnson, 33-C.Tillman). On the screen pass
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Bears | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 9 |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 7 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 B. Roethlisberger · Pittsburgh Steelers · Passing · +10.01 total EPA · 21 snaps · +0.48 EPA/play
- 2 M. Muhammad · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +8.11 total EPA · 8 snaps · +1.01 EPA/play
- 3 J. Bettis · Pittsburgh Steelers · Rushing · +5.84 total EPA · 18 snaps · +0.32 EPA/play
- 4 V. Haynes · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +3.88 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.94 EPA/play
- 5 B. Berrian · Chicago Bears · Receiving · +3.82 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.82 EPA/play
- 6 A.Randle El · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +3.73 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.86 EPA/play
- 7 C. Wilson · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +2.99 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.50 EPA/play
- 8 H. Ward · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +2.90 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.97 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
B. Roethlisberger — PIT · Passing
B. Roethlisberger posted the highest total EPA (+10.01) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Pittsburgh Steelers's efficiency. Across 21 counted snaps, they averaged +0.48 EPA per play.
The signature play (+3.82 EPA) came from Chicago Bears: (14:25) 18-K.Orton pass to 80-B.Berrian to PIT 1 for 43 yards (24-I.Taylor).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Pittsburgh Steelers — H. Ward (B. Roethlisberger pass)
- Pittsburgh Steelers — J. Bettis
- Pittsburgh Steelers — J. Bettis
- Chicago Bears — T. Jones
Field goals
- Chicago Bears — R. Gould
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 7–3. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the CHI 14 (Q1 54:25) — (9:25) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass to 86-H.Ward for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q1 54:16) — 3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-17-C.Gardocki.; Chicago Bears connected on a field goal from the PIT 11 (Q1 47:34) — (2:34) 9-R.Gould 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard..
The second quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 7–0. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the CHI 1 (Q2 37:29) — (7:29) #72 Brooks is an eligible receiver 36-J.Bettis up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q2 37:25) — 3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-17-C.Gardocki..
The third quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 7–0. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the CHI 5 (Q3 20:28) — (5:28) 36-J.Bettis right tackle for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the CHI 2 (Q3 20:23) — 3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-17-C.Gardocki..
The fourth quarter: Chicago Bears won the period 6–0. Chicago Bears found the end zone from the PIT 1 (Q4 13:40) — (13:40) 20-T.Jones up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 56:34) — (11:34) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass to 39-W.Parker to CHI 22 for 45 yards (35-To.Johnson, 33-C.Tillman). On the screen pass
- Chicago Bears (Q1 51:41) — (6:41) 20-T.Jones up the middle to PIT 31 for 3 yards (24-I.Taylor, 43-T.Polamalu).
- Chicago Bears (Q1 49:37) — (4:37) 18-K.Orton pass to 87-M.Muhammad to PIT 2 for 12 yards (51-J.Farrior, 24-I.Taylor).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q2 40:12) — (10:12) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass to 34-V.Haynes to CHI 49 for 16 yards (23-J.Azumah).
- Chicago Bears (Q1 48:18) — (3:18) 18-K.Orton sacked at PIT 11 for -8 yards (53-C.Haggans).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Chicago Bears (Q4 14:25) — (14:25) 18-K.Orton pass to 80-B.Berrian to PIT 1 for 43 yards (24-I.Taylor).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 56:34) — (11:34) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass to 39-W.Parker to CHI 22 for 45 yards (35-To.Johnson, 33-C.Tillman). On the screen pass
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q3 17:59) — (2:59) 36-J.Bettis left end ran ob at CHI 36 for 39 yards (33-C.Tillman).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q3 23:29) — (8:29) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass to 82-A.Randle El to CHI 19 for 15 yards (31-N.Vasher; 43-M.Green).
Quarterback report card
K.Orton led all passers in efficiency for Chicago Bears, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- K.Orton (Chicago Bears) · 41 dropbacks · 41.5% completion · -0.08 EPA/play · -3.42 total EPA
- B.Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) · 21 dropbacks · 61.9% completion · +0.48 EPA/play · +10.01 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Chicago Bears | Pittsburgh Steelers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.039 | +0.089 |
| Offensive success rate | 39.4% | 45.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.084 | +0.477 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.104 | -0.060 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.089 | +0.039 |
| Defensive success rate | 54.8% | 60.6% |
By the numbers
Pittsburgh Steelers held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.09 vs -0.04), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Chicago Bears: 11 drives, -2.75 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
- Pittsburgh Steelers: 11 drives, +7.45 total EPA, 3 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.
- B. Roethlisberger (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 54:25 · CHI 14 · Score 0-6
(9:25) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass to 86-H.Ward for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q1 54:16 · CHI 2 · Score 0-7
3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-17-C.Gardocki. - Chicago Bears FG (+3) — Q1 47:34 · PIT 11 · Score 3-7
(2:34) 9-R.Gould 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-65-P.Mannelly, Holder-4-B.Maynard. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q2 37:29 · CHI 1 · Score 3-13
(7:29) #72 Brooks is an eligible receiver 36-J.Bettis up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q2 37:25 · CHI 2 · Score 3-14
3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-17-C.Gardocki. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q3 20:28 · CHI 5 · Score 3-20
(5:28) 36-J.Bettis right tackle for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q3 20:23 · CHI 2 · Score 3-21
3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-17-C.Gardocki. - Chicago Bears TD (+6) — Q4 13:40 · PIT 1 · Score 9-21
(13:40) 20-T.Jones up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Chicago Bears vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Chicago Bears 21-9 in Week 14, 2005 on 2005-12-11.
What was the final score of Chicago Bears vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The final score was Chicago Bears 9, Pittsburgh Steelers 21 (CHI 9-21 PIT) in Week 14, 2005 on 2005-12-11.
What was the score by quarter in Chicago Bears vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Q1: Chicago Bears 3, Pittsburgh Steelers 7; Q2: Chicago Bears 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 7; Q3: Chicago Bears 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 7; Q4: Chicago Bears 6, Pittsburgh Steelers 0; Final: Chicago Bears 9, Pittsburgh Steelers 21.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Chicago Bears vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — H. Ward (B. Roethlisberger pass) (Q1 54:25) Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — J. Bettis (Q2 37:29) Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — J. Bettis (Q3 20:28) Chicago Bears touchdown — T. Jones (Q4 13:40) Chicago Bears field goal — R. Gould (Q1 47:34, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Chicago Bears vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
K. Orton (Chicago Bears), 41.5% completion, -0.08 EPA per dropback, -3.42 total passing EPA. B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers), 61.9% completion, +0.48 EPA per dropback, +10.01 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Chicago Bears vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) led the game in total EPA with +10.01 on passing plays. across 21 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+3.82 EPA): (14:25) 18-K.Orton pass to 80-B.Berrian to PIT 1 for 43 yards (24-I.Taylor).. The biggest win-probability swing was +9.8%.
Season records after this game
Chicago Bears
Entered 9-3 Now 9-4 L
Pittsburgh Steelers
Entered 7-5 Now 8-5 W
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