Game story
In Week 7 of the 2000 NFL season on 2000-10-15, the Pittsburgh Steelers took care of business against the Cincinnati Bengals, pulling away with a 15–0 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 7 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
K. Graham (Pittsburgh Steelers) paced the passing game, with -6.01 total EPA.
On the individual side, H. Ward (Pittsburgh Steelers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +6.43 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+54.2% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Pittsburgh Steelers changed the game: N.Rackers kicks 71 yards from CIN 30 to PIT -1. T.Edwards to PIT 21 for 22 yards (R.Bean).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati Bengals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 7 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 15 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 H. Ward · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +6.43 total EPA · 3 snaps · +2.14 EPA/play
- 2 P. Warrick · Cincinnati Bengals · Rushing · +3.72 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.86 EPA/play
- 3 R. Dugans · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +1.73 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.29 EPA/play
- 4 T. McGee · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +1.48 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.49 EPA/play
- 5 C. Dillon · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +0.89 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.89 EPA/play
- 6 M. Battaglia · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +0.16 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.08 EPA/play
- 7 C. Groce · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · -0.06 total EPA · 1 snaps · -0.06 EPA/play
- 8 S. Bush · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · -0.22 total EPA · 1 snaps · -0.22 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
H. Ward — PIT · Receiving
H. Ward posted the highest total EPA (+6.43) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Pittsburgh Steelers's efficiency. Across 3 counted snaps, they averaged +2.14 EPA per play.
The signature play (+6.69 EPA) came from Pittsburgh Steelers: (14:06) K.Graham pass to H.Ward for 77 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught the ball at the 50-yard line and run in from there. Broke tackle attempt by Cory Hall (#26).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Pittsburgh Steelers — unlisted player
Field goals
- Pittsburgh Steelers — unlisted player
- Pittsburgh Steelers — unlisted player
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 CIN 77 (Q1 59:06); Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q1 58:53) — K.Brown extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-K.Graham..
The second quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 3–0. Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the CIN 17 (Q2 30:09) — (:09) K.Brown 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-K.Graham..
The third quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 3–0. Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the CIN 11 (Q3 17:24) — (2:24) K.Brown 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-K.Graham..
The fourth quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 2–0. Pittsburgh Steelers registered a safety from the PIT 96 (Q4 6:36) — (6:36) (Shotgun) S.Mitchell sacked in End Zone for -4 yards, SAFETY (J.Porter)..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 60:00) — N.Rackers kicks 71 yards from CIN 30 to PIT -1. T.Edwards to PIT 21 for 22 yards (R.Bean).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 59:06) — (14:06) K.Graham pass to H.Ward for 77 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught the ball at the 50-yard line and run in from there. Broke tackle attempt by Cory Hall (#26).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 30:53) — (:53) (Shotgun) A.Smith sacked at CIN 43 for -5 yards (J.Porter). FUMBLES (J.Porter), RECOVERED by PIT-J.Gildon at CIN 43. J.Gildon to CIN 43 for no gain (B.Gutierrez).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 44:22) — (14:22) P.Warrick left end to PIT 23 for 46 yards (E.Holmes). On the reverse from #28 Dillon.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q3 19:28) — (4:28) #19 Mitchell in at QB. S.Mitchell pass intended for C.Yeast INTERCEPTED by D.Washington at CIN 44. D.Washington to CIN 14 for 30 yards (C.Dillon).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 59:06) — (14:06) K.Graham pass to H.Ward for 77 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught the ball at the 50-yard line and run in from there. Broke tackle attempt by Cory Hall (#26).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q3 19:28) — (4:28) #19 Mitchell in at QB. S.Mitchell pass intended for C.Yeast INTERCEPTED by D.Washington at CIN 44. D.Washington to CIN 14 for 30 yards (C.Dillon).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 30:53) — (:53) (Shotgun) A.Smith sacked at CIN 43 for -5 yards (J.Porter). FUMBLES (J.Porter), RECOVERED by PIT-J.Gildon at CIN 43. J.Gildon to CIN 43 for no gain (B.Gutierrez).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 44:22) — (14:22) P.Warrick left end to PIT 23 for 46 yards (E.Holmes). On the reverse from #28 Dillon.
Quarterback report card
K.Graham led all passers in efficiency for Pittsburgh Steelers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- K.Graham (Pittsburgh Steelers) · 38 dropbacks · 34.2% completion · -0.16 EPA/play · -6.01 total EPA
- A.Smith (Cincinnati Bengals) · 24 dropbacks · 41.7% completion · -0.25 EPA/play · -5.94 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Cincinnati Bengals | Pittsburgh Steelers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.265 | -0.103 |
| Offensive success rate | 34.4% | 30.9% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.404 | -0.158 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.294 | -0.255 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.103 | +0.265 |
| Defensive success rate | 69.1% | 65.6% |
By the numbers
Pittsburgh Steelers held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.10 vs -0.27), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Cincinnati Bengals: 16 drives, -23.81 total EPA, 0 scoring drives
- Pittsburgh Steelers: 16 drives, -10.03 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.
- H. Ward (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 59:06 · CIN 77 · Score 0-6
(14:06) K.Graham pass to H.Ward for 77 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught the ball at the 50-yard line and run in from there. Broke tackle attempt by Cory Hall (#26). - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q1 58:53 · CIN 2 · Score 0-7
K.Brown extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-K.Graham. - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q2 30:09 · CIN 17 · Score 0-10
(:09) K.Brown 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-K.Graham. - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q3 17:24 · CIN 11 · Score 0-13
(2:24) K.Brown 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-K.Graham. - Pittsburgh Steelers Safety (+2) — Q4 6:36 · PIT 96 · Score 0-15
(6:36) (Shotgun) S.Mitchell sacked in End Zone for -4 yards, SAFETY (J.Porter).
Frequently asked questions
Who won Cincinnati Bengals vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Cincinnati Bengals 15-0 in Week 7, 2000 on 2000-10-15.
What was the final score of Cincinnati Bengals vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The final score was Cincinnati Bengals 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 15 (CIN 0-15 PIT) in Week 7, 2000 on 2000-10-15.
What was the score by quarter in Cincinnati Bengals vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Q1: Cincinnati Bengals 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 7; Q2: Cincinnati Bengals 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 3; Q3: Cincinnati Bengals 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 3; Q4: Cincinnati Bengals 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 2; Final: Cincinnati Bengals 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 15.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Cincinnati Bengals vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 59:06) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — unlisted player (Q2 30:09, 3 pts) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — unlisted player (Q3 17:24, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Cincinnati Bengals vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
K. Graham (Pittsburgh Steelers), 34.2% completion, -0.16 EPA per dropback, -6.01 total passing EPA. A. Smith (Cincinnati Bengals), 41.7% completion, -0.25 EPA per dropback, -5.94 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Cincinnati Bengals vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
H. Ward (Pittsburgh Steelers) led the game in total EPA with +6.43 on receiving plays. across 3 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+6.69 EPA): (14:06) K.Graham pass to H.Ward for 77 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Caught the ball at the 50-yard line and run in from there. Broke tackle attempt by Cory Hall (#26).. The biggest win-probability swing was +54.2%.
Season records after this game
Cincinnati Bengals
Entered 0-5 Now 0-6 L
Pittsburgh Steelers
Entered 2-3 Now 3-3 W
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