Game story
In Week 11 of the 2011 NFL season on 2011-11-20, the Baltimore Ravens took care of business against the Cincinnati Bengals, pulling away with a 31–24 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
A. Dalton (Cincinnati Bengals) paced the passing game, with +2.76 total EPA, and -5.7% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, T. Smith (Baltimore Ravens) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +12.66 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-18.4% win probability) landed in the third quarter when Cincinnati Bengals changed the game: (:53) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short right intended for 87-A.Caldwell INTERCEPTED by 22-J.Smith at CIN 32. 22-J.Smith to CIN 16 for 16 yards (89-J.Simpson). FUMBLES (89-J.Simpson), recovered by BAL-
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati Bengals | 7 | 0 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 24 |
| Baltimore Ravens | 0 | 14 | 10 | 7 | 0 | 31 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 T. Smith · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +12.66 total EPA · 7 snaps · +1.81 EPA/play
- 2 J. Simpson · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +7.50 total EPA · 13 snaps · +0.58 EPA/play
- 3 J. Flacco · Baltimore Ravens · Passing · +5.78 total EPA · 29 snaps · +0.20 EPA/play
- 4 B. Leonard · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +3.51 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.70 EPA/play
- 5 A. Dalton · Cincinnati Bengals · Passing · +2.76 total EPA · 53 snaps · +0.05 EPA/play
- 6 A. Boldin · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +1.86 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.93 EPA/play
- 7 B. Scott · Cincinnati Bengals · Rushing · +0.39 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.04 EPA/play
- 8 C. Benson · Cincinnati Bengals · Rushing · +0.34 total EPA · 15 snaps · +0.02 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
T. Smith — BAL · Receiving
T. Smith posted the highest total EPA (+12.66) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Baltimore Ravens's efficiency. Across 7 counted snaps, they averaged +1.81 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.51 EPA) came from Cincinnati Bengals: (:53) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short right intended for 87-A.Caldwell INTERCEPTED by 22-J.Smith at CIN 32. 22-J.Smith to CIN 16 for 16 yards (89-J.Simpson). FUMBLES (89-J.Simpson), recovered by BAL-51-B.Ayanbadejo at C
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Cincinnati Bengals — C. Benson
- Baltimore Ravens — A. Boldin (J. Flacco pass)
- Baltimore Ravens — R. Rice
- Cincinnati Bengals — C. Benson
- Baltimore Ravens — R. Rice
- Baltimore Ravens — T. Smith (J. Flacco pass)
- Cincinnati Bengals — A. Caldwell (A. Dalton pass)
Field goals
- Baltimore Ravens — B. Cundiff
- Cincinnati Bengals — M. Nugent
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 7–0. Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the BAL 7 (Q1 53:22) — (8:22) 32-C.Benson right tackle for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the BAL 2 (Q1 53:17) — 2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber..
The second quarter: Baltimore Ravens won the period 14–0. Baltimore Ravens found the end zone from the CIN 35 (Q2 41:27) — (11:27) 5-J.Flacco pass short middle to 81-A.Boldin for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Baltimore Ravens added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q2 41:17) — 7-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch. #93 Bengals Michael Johnson injured on the play; Baltimore Ravens found the end zone from the CIN 1 (Q2 38:35) — (8:35) 27-R.Rice right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Baltimore Ravens added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q2 38:33) — 7-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch..
The third quarter: Baltimore Ravens won the period 10–7. Baltimore Ravens connected on a field goal from the CIN 4 (Q3 25:52) — (10:52) (Field Goal formation) 7-B.Cundiff 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch.; Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the BAL 3 (Q3 21:57) — (6:57) 32-C.Benson right guard for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the BAL 2 (Q3 21:51) — 2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.; Baltimore Ravens found the end zone from the CIN 2 (Q3 15:40) — (:40) 27-R.Rice right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Baltimore Ravens added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q3 15:36) — 7-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch..
The fourth quarter: Cincinnati Bengals won the period 10–7. Baltimore Ravens found the end zone from the CIN 38 (Q4 14:10) — (14:10) 5-J.Flacco pass deep middle to 82-T.Smith for 38 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Torrey Smith's 165 yds. are 3rd highest in Ravens' history.; Baltimore Ravens added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q4 14:02) — 7-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch.; Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the BAL 49 (Q4 11:03) — (11:03) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep right to 87-A.Caldwell for 49 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the BAL 2 (Q4 10:59) — 2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.; Cincinnati Bengals connected on a field goal from the BAL 9 (Q4 5:35) — (5:35) (Field Goal formation) 2-M.Nugent 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q3 15:53) — (:53) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short right intended for 87-A.Caldwell INTERCEPTED by 22-J.Smith at CIN 32. 22-J.Smith to CIN 16 for 16 yards (89-J.Simpson). FUMBLES (89-J.Simpson), recovered by BAL-
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q4 1:35) — (1:35) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep left to 89-J.Simpson to BAL 7 for 43 yards (29-Ca.Williams).
- Baltimore Ravens (Q2 41:27) — (11:27) 5-J.Flacco pass short middle to 81-A.Boldin for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 56:48) — (11:48) 14-A.Dalton pass deep left to 89-J.Simpson to BAL 35 for 47 yards (20-E.Reed).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q4 0:33) — (:33) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton sacked at BAL 22 for -5 yards (90-P.McPhee).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q3 15:53) — (:53) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short right intended for 87-A.Caldwell INTERCEPTED by 22-J.Smith at CIN 32. 22-J.Smith to CIN 16 for 16 yards (89-J.Simpson). FUMBLES (89-J.Simpson), recovered by BAL-
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q4 11:03) — (11:03) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep right to 87-A.Caldwell for 49 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q4 14:18) — (14:18) 14-A.Dalton pass short right intended for 87-A.Caldwell INTERCEPTED by 21-L.Webb at CIN 42. 21-L.Webb to CIN 38 for 4 yards (32-C.Benson).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 56:48) — (11:48) 14-A.Dalton pass deep left to 89-J.Simpson to BAL 35 for 47 yards (20-E.Reed).
Quarterback report card
A.Dalton led all passers in efficiency for Cincinnati Bengals, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- A.Dalton (Cincinnati Bengals) · 53 dropbacks · 45.3% completion · -5.7% CPOE · +0.05 EPA/play · +2.76 total EPA
- J.Flacco (Baltimore Ravens) · 29 dropbacks · 58.6% completion · +2.0% CPOE · +0.20 EPA/play · +5.78 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Cincinnati Bengals | Baltimore Ravens |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.005 | +0.054 |
| Offensive success rate | 41.2% | 41.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.038 | +0.199 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.013 | -0.139 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.054 | +0.005 |
| Defensive success rate | 59.0% | 58.8% |
By the numbers
Baltimore Ravens held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.05 vs -0.01), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Baltimore Ravens: 16 drives, +4.20 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Cincinnati Bengals: 15 drives, -0.49 total EPA, 4 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.
- T. Smith (Baltimore Ravens) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- A. Dalton (CIN) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q1 53:22 · BAL 7 · Score 6-0
(8:22) 32-C.Benson right tackle for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q1 53:17 · BAL 2 · Score 7-0
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber. - Baltimore Ravens TD (+6) — Q2 41:27 · CIN 35 · Score 7-6
(11:27) 5-J.Flacco pass short middle to 81-A.Boldin for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Baltimore Ravens XP (+1) — Q2 41:17 · CIN 2 · Score 7-7
7-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch. #93 Bengals Michael Johnson injured on the play - Baltimore Ravens TD (+6) — Q2 38:35 · CIN 1 · Score 7-13
(8:35) 27-R.Rice right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Baltimore Ravens XP (+1) — Q2 38:33 · CIN 2 · Score 7-14
7-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch. - Baltimore Ravens FG (+3) — Q3 25:52 · CIN 4 · Score 7-17
(10:52) (Field Goal formation) 7-B.Cundiff 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q3 21:57 · BAL 3 · Score 13-17
(6:57) 32-C.Benson right guard for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q3 21:51 · BAL 2 · Score 14-17
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber. - Baltimore Ravens TD (+6) — Q3 15:40 · CIN 2 · Score 14-23
(:40) 27-R.Rice right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Baltimore Ravens XP (+1) — Q3 15:36 · CIN 2 · Score 14-24
7-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch. - Baltimore Ravens TD (+6) — Q4 14:10 · CIN 38 · Score 14-30
(14:10) 5-J.Flacco pass deep middle to 82-T.Smith for 38 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Torrey Smith's 165 yds. are 3rd highest in Ravens' history. - Baltimore Ravens XP (+1) — Q4 14:02 · CIN 2 · Score 14-31
7-B.Cundiff extra point is GOOD, Center-46-M.Cox, Holder-4-S.Koch. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q4 11:03 · BAL 49 · Score 20-31
(11:03) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass deep right to 87-A.Caldwell for 49 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q4 10:59 · BAL 2 · Score 21-31
2-M.Nugent extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber. - Cincinnati Bengals FG (+3) — Q4 5:35 · BAL 9 · Score 24-31
(5:35) (Field Goal formation) 2-M.Nugent 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Harris, Holder-10-K.Huber.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Cincinnati Bengals vs Baltimore Ravens?
The Baltimore Ravens beat the Cincinnati Bengals 31-24 in Week 11, 2011 on 2011-11-20.
What was the final score of Cincinnati Bengals vs Baltimore Ravens?
The final score was Cincinnati Bengals 24, Baltimore Ravens 31 (CIN 24-31 BAL) in Week 11, 2011 on 2011-11-20.
What was the score by quarter in Cincinnati Bengals vs Baltimore Ravens?
Q1: Cincinnati Bengals 7, Baltimore Ravens 0; Q2: Cincinnati Bengals 0, Baltimore Ravens 14; Q3: Cincinnati Bengals 7, Baltimore Ravens 10; Q4: Cincinnati Bengals 10, Baltimore Ravens 7; Final: Cincinnati Bengals 24, Baltimore Ravens 31.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Cincinnati Bengals vs Baltimore Ravens?
Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — C. Benson (Q1 53:22) Baltimore Ravens touchdown — A. Boldin (J. Flacco pass) (Q2 41:27) Baltimore Ravens touchdown — R. Rice (Q2 38:35) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — C. Benson (Q3 21:57) Baltimore Ravens touchdown — R. Rice (Q3 15:40) Baltimore Ravens touchdown — T. Smith (J. Flacco pass) (Q4 14:10) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — A. Caldwell (A. Dalton pass) (Q4 11:03) Baltimore Ravens field goal — B. Cundiff (Q3 25:52, 3 pts) Cincinnati Bengals field goal — M. Nugent (Q4 5:35, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Cincinnati Bengals vs Baltimore Ravens?
A. Dalton (Cincinnati Bengals), 45.3% completion, -5.7% CPOE, +0.05 EPA per dropback, +2.76 total passing EPA. J. Flacco (Baltimore Ravens), 58.6% completion, +2.0% CPOE, +0.20 EPA per dropback, +5.78 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Cincinnati Bengals vs Baltimore Ravens?
T. Smith (Baltimore Ravens) led the game in total EPA with +12.66 on receiving plays. across 7 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.51 EPA): (:53) (Shotgun) 14-A.Dalton pass short right intended for 87-A.Caldwell INTERCEPTED by 22-J.Smith at CIN 32. 22-J.Smith to CIN 16 for 16 yards (89-J.Simpson). FUMBLES (89-J.Simpson. The biggest win-probability swing was -18.4%.
Was Cincinnati Bengals vs Baltimore Ravens a close game?
Yes — the margin was 7 points. Baltimore Ravens won 31-24 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Cincinnati Bengals
Entered 6-3 Now 6-4 L
Baltimore Ravens
Entered 6-3 Now 7-3 W
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