Game story
In Week 4 of the 2022 NFL season on 2022-10-02, the New York Jets took care of business against the Pittsburgh Steelers, pulling away with a 24–20 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 27 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
Z. Wilson (New York Jets) paced the passing game, with -0.48 total EPA, and -6.8% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, C. Davis (New York Jets) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +10.62 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+39.5% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when New York Jets changed the game: (:18) 20-Br.Hall left guard to PIT 1 for 1 yard (39-M.Fitzpatrick). FUMBLES (39-M.Fitzpatrick), recovered by NYJ-83-T.Conklin at PIT 1. 83-T.Conklin to PIT 1 for no gain (39-M.Fitzpatrick). The Replay
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York Jets | 3 | 7 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 24 |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 0 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 20 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 C. Davis · New York Jets · Receiving · +10.62 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.77 EPA/play
- 2 G. Pickens · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +5.61 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.70 EPA/play
- 3 E. Moore · New York Jets · Receiving · +4.48 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.12 EPA/play
- 4 P. Freiermuth · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +3.12 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.35 EPA/play
- 5 Br. Hall · New York Jets · Rushing · +3.07 total EPA · 17 snaps · +0.18 EPA/play
- 6 K. Pickett · Pittsburgh Steelers · Passing · +2.60 total EPA · 17 snaps · +0.15 EPA/play
- 7 K. Pickett · Pittsburgh Steelers · Rushing · +2.05 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.68 EPA/play
- 8 D. Johnson · Pittsburgh Steelers · Rushing · +1.34 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.67 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
C. Davis — NYJ · Receiving
C. Davis posted the highest total EPA (+10.62) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on New York Jets's efficiency. Across 6 counted snaps, they averaged +1.77 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.13 EPA) came from New York Jets: (8:53) (Shotgun) 2-Z.Wilson pass short right intended for 83-T.Conklin INTERCEPTED by 39-M.Fitzpatrick at NYJ 38. 39-M.Fitzpatrick for 38 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on NYJ-17-G.Wilson, Offensive Pass Interference, decline
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- New York Jets — Z. Wilson (B. Berrios pass)
- Pittsburgh Steelers — K. Pickett
- Pittsburgh Steelers — K. Pickett
- New York Jets — C. Davis (Z. Wilson pass)
- New York Jets — M. Fitzpatrick
Field goals
- New York Jets — G. Zuerlein
- Pittsburgh Steelers — C. Boswell
- Pittsburgh Steelers — C. Boswell
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: New York Jets won the period 3–0. New York Jets connected on a field goal from the PIT 20 (Q1 49:06) — (4:06) 6-G.Zuerlein 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann..
The second quarter: New York Jets won the period 7–6. New York Jets found the end zone from the PIT 2 (Q2 42:42) — (12:42) (Shotgun) 10-B.Berrios pass short right to 2-Z.Wilson for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Jets added 1 points from the PIT 15 (Q2 42:37); Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the NYJ 33 (Q2 38:34) — (8:34) 9-C.Boswell 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Kuntz, Holder-6-P.Harvin.; Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the NYJ 41 (Q2 30:00) — (:00) 9-C.Boswell 59 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Kuntz, Holder-6-P.Harvin..
The third quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 7–0. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the NYJ 1 (Q3 22:22) — (7:22) 8-K.Pickett right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the NYJ 15 (Q3 22:18) — 9-C.Boswell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Kuntz, Holder-6-P.Harvin..
The fourth quarter: New York Jets won the period 20–7. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the NYJ 2 (Q4 13:41) — (13:41) (Shotgun) 8-K.Pickett scrambles right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the NYJ 15 (Q4 13:36) — 9-C.Boswell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Kuntz, Holder-6-P.Harvin.; New York Jets found the end zone from the PIT 5 (Q4 7:35) — (7:35) (Shotgun) 2-Z.Wilson pass short left to 84-C.Davis for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Jets added 1 points from the PIT 15 (Q4 7:31) — 6-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.; New York Jets found the end zone from the PIT 2 (Q4 0:18); New York Jets found the end zone from the PIT 15 (Q4 0:16) — 6-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- New York Jets (Q4 0:18) — (:18) 20-Br.Hall left guard to PIT 1 for 1 yard (39-M.Fitzpatrick). FUMBLES (39-M.Fitzpatrick), recovered by NYJ-83-T.Conklin at PIT 1. 83-T.Conklin to PIT 1 for no gain (39-M.Fitzpatrick). The Replay
- New York Jets (Q3 23:53) — (8:53) (Shotgun) 2-Z.Wilson pass short right intended for 83-T.Conklin INTERCEPTED by 39-M.Fitzpatrick at NYJ 38. 39-M.Fitzpatrick for 38 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on NYJ-17-G.Wilson, Offensive Pass I
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q4 3:42) — (3:42) (Shotgun) 8-K.Pickett pass short right intended for 88-P.Freiermuth INTERCEPTED by 30-M.Carter [54-J.Martin] at NYJ 35. 30-M.Carter to NYJ 35 for no gain (88-P.Freiermuth).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q4 0:08) — (:08) (Shotgun) 8-K.Pickett pass deep middle INTERCEPTED by 29-L.Joyner at NYJ 0. Touchback.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 52:41) — (7:41) (Shotgun) 10-M.Trubisky pass deep middle intended for 18-D.Johnson INTERCEPTED by 29-L.Joyner at PIT 40. 29-L.Joyner to PIT 36 for 4 yards (22-N.Harris).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- New York Jets (Q3 23:53) — (8:53) (Shotgun) 2-Z.Wilson pass short right intended for 83-T.Conklin INTERCEPTED by 39-M.Fitzpatrick at NYJ 38. 39-M.Fitzpatrick for 38 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on NYJ-17-G.Wilson, Offensive Pass I
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 52:41) — (7:41) (Shotgun) 10-M.Trubisky pass deep middle intended for 18-D.Johnson INTERCEPTED by 29-L.Joyner at PIT 40. 29-L.Joyner to PIT 36 for 4 yards (22-N.Harris).
- New York Jets (Q4 9:48) — (9:48) (Shotgun) 2-Z.Wilson pass short right to 84-C.Davis to PIT 17 for 22 yards (21-T.Norwood, 35-A.Maulet).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q4 3:42) — (3:42) (Shotgun) 8-K.Pickett pass short right intended for 88-P.Freiermuth INTERCEPTED by 30-M.Carter [54-J.Martin] at NYJ 35. 30-M.Carter to NYJ 35 for no gain (88-P.Freiermuth).
Quarterback report card
Z.Wilson led all passers in efficiency for New York Jets, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- Z.Wilson (New York Jets) · 42 dropbacks · 42.9% completion · -6.8% CPOE · -0.01 EPA/play · -0.48 total EPA
- M.Trubisky (Pittsburgh Steelers) · 20 dropbacks · 35.0% completion · -5.4% CPOE · -0.42 EPA/play · -8.39 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | New York Jets | Pittsburgh Steelers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.019 | -0.051 |
| Offensive success rate | 39.5% | 41.8% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.016 | -0.156 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.017 | +0.000 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.051 | -0.019 |
| Defensive success rate | 58.2% | 60.5% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, New York Jets generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.02 vs -0.05), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- New York Jets: 11 drives, +1.67 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Pittsburgh Steelers: 12 drives, -4.00 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- New York Jets 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.
- C. Davis (New York Jets) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- Z. Wilson (NYJ) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
- M. Trubisky (PIT) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- New York Jets FG (+3) — Q1 49:06 · PIT 20 · Score 3-0
(4:06) 6-G.Zuerlein 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann. - New York Jets TD (+6) — Q2 42:42 · PIT 2 · Score 9-0
(12:42) (Shotgun) 10-B.Berrios pass short right to 2-Z.Wilson for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q2 42:37 · PIT 15 · Score 10-0
6-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann. PENALTY on PIT-98-D.Leal, Leverage, 15 yards, enforced between downs. - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q2 38:34 · NYJ 33 · Score 10-3
(8:34) 9-C.Boswell 51 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Kuntz, Holder-6-P.Harvin. - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q2 30:00 · NYJ 41 · Score 10-6
(:00) 9-C.Boswell 59 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Kuntz, Holder-6-P.Harvin. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q3 22:22 · NYJ 1 · Score 10-12
(7:22) 8-K.Pickett right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q3 22:18 · NYJ 15 · Score 10-13
9-C.Boswell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Kuntz, Holder-6-P.Harvin. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q4 13:41 · NYJ 2 · Score 10-19
(13:41) (Shotgun) 8-K.Pickett scrambles right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q4 13:36 · NYJ 15 · Score 10-20
9-C.Boswell extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Kuntz, Holder-6-P.Harvin. - New York Jets TD (+6) — Q4 7:35 · PIT 5 · Score 16-20
(7:35) (Shotgun) 2-Z.Wilson pass short left to 84-C.Davis for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q4 7:31 · PIT 15 · Score 17-20
6-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann. - New York Jets TD (+6) — Q4 0:18 · PIT 2 · Score 23-20
(:18) 20-Br.Hall left guard to PIT 1 for 1 yard (39-M.Fitzpatrick). FUMBLES (39-M.Fitzpatrick), recovered by NYJ-83-T.Conklin at PIT 1. 83-T.Conklin to PIT 1 fo - New York Jets TD (+7) — Q4 0:16 · PIT 15 · Score 24-20
6-G.Zuerlein extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
Frequently asked questions
Who won New York Jets vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The New York Jets beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 24-20 in Week 4, 2022 on 2022-10-02.
What was the final score of New York Jets vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The final score was New York Jets 24, Pittsburgh Steelers 20 (NYJ 24-20 PIT) in Week 4, 2022 on 2022-10-02.
What was the score by quarter in New York Jets vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Q1: New York Jets 3, Pittsburgh Steelers 0; Q2: New York Jets 7, Pittsburgh Steelers 6; Q3: New York Jets 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 7; Q4: New York Jets 20, Pittsburgh Steelers 7; Final: New York Jets 24, Pittsburgh Steelers 20.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in New York Jets vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
New York Jets touchdown — Z. Wilson (B. Berrios pass) (Q2 42:42) Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — K. Pickett (Q3 22:22) Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — K. Pickett (Q4 13:41) New York Jets touchdown — C. Davis (Z. Wilson pass) (Q4 7:35) New York Jets touchdown — M. Fitzpatrick (Q4 0:18) New York Jets field goal — G. Zuerlein (Q1 49:06, 3 pts) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — C. Boswell (Q2 38:34, 3 pts) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — C. Boswell (Q2 30:00, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in New York Jets vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Z. Wilson (New York Jets), 42.9% completion, -6.8% CPOE, -0.01 EPA per dropback, -0.48 total passing EPA. M. Trubisky (Pittsburgh Steelers), 35.0% completion, -5.4% CPOE, -0.42 EPA per dropback, -8.39 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in New York Jets vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
C. Davis (New York Jets) led the game in total EPA with +10.62 on receiving plays. across 6 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.13 EPA): (8:53) (Shotgun) 2-Z.Wilson pass short right intended for 83-T.Conklin INTERCEPTED by 39-M.Fitzpatrick at NYJ 38. 39-M.Fitzpatrick for 38 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on NYJ-17-G.Wils. The biggest win-probability swing was +39.5%.
Was New York Jets vs Pittsburgh Steelers a close game?
Yes — the margin was 4 points. New York Jets won 24-20 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
New York Jets
Entered 1-2 Now 2-2 W
Pittsburgh Steelers
Entered 1-2 Now 1-3 L
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