Game story
In Week 11 of the 2000 NFL season on 2000-11-12, the Philadelphia Eagles took care of business against the Pittsburgh Steelers, pulling away with a 26–23 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 20 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
D. McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles) paced the passing game, with +2.93 total EPA.
On the individual side, C. Martin (Philadelphia Eagles) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +4.75 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+53.7% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Pittsburgh Steelers changed the game: D.Akers kicks 63 yards from PHI 30 to PIT 7. T.Edwards to PIT 16 for 9 yards (J.Thomason).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Eagles | 3 | 7 | 3 | 10 | 3 | 26 |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 0 | 6 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 23 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 C. Martin · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +4.75 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.58 EPA/play
- 2 J. Bettis · Pittsburgh Steelers · Rushing · +3.59 total EPA · 30 snaps · +0.12 EPA/play
- 3 D. McNabb · Philadelphia Eagles · Passing · +2.93 total EPA · 63 snaps · +0.05 EPA/play
- 4 B. Mitchell · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +2.47 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.23 EPA/play
- 5 S. Pritchett · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +2.38 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.34 EPA/play
- 6 J. Thomason · Philadelphia Eagles · Receiving · +1.70 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.57 EPA/play
- 7 B. Shaw · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +1.31 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.31 EPA/play
- 8 D. McNabb · Philadelphia Eagles · Rushing · +0.93 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.19 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
C. Martin — PHI · Receiving
C. Martin posted the highest total EPA (+4.75) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Philadelphia Eagles's efficiency. Across 3 counted snaps, they averaged +1.58 EPA per play.
The signature play (-7.34 EPA) came from Philadelphia Eagles: (13:08) S.Pritchett left tackle to PHI 32 for 2 yards (L.Flowers). FUMBLES (L.Flowers), RECOVERED by PIT-J.Porter at PHI 32. J.Porter for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Philadelphia Eagles — unlisted player
- Pittsburgh Steelers — unlisted player
- Pittsburgh Steelers — unlisted player
- Philadelphia Eagles — unlisted player
Field goals
- Philadelphia Eagles — unlisted player
- Pittsburgh Steelers — unlisted player
- Pittsburgh Steelers — unlisted player
- Philadelphia Eagles — unlisted player
- Pittsburgh Steelers — unlisted player
- Philadelphia Eagles — unlisted player
- Philadelphia Eagles — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 3–0. Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the PIT 8 (Q1 47:07) — (2:07) D.Akers 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer..
The second quarter: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 7–6. Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the PIT 2 (Q2 41:50) — (11:50) D.McNabb pass to J.Thomason for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the PIT 2 (Q2 41:47) — D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer.; Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the PHI 20 (Q2 33:01) — (3:01) K.Brown 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-K.Graham.; Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the PHI 34 (Q2 30:28) — (:28) K.Brown 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-K.Graham. Penalty on PHI, Defensive 12 On-field, declined..
The third quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 7–3. Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the PIT 27 (Q3 27:59) — (12:59) D.Akers 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer.; Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the PHI 7 (Q3 18:24) — (3:24) J.Bettis up the middle for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on PHI, Defensive 12 On-field, declined.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q3 18:19) — K.Brown extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-K.Graham..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 10–10. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the PIT 70 (Q4 13:08); Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the PHI 2 (Q4 12:56) — K.Brown extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-K.Graham.; Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the PHI 22 (Q4 3:47) — (3:47) K.Brown 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-K.Graham.; Philadelphia Eagles found the end zone from the PIT 13 (Q4 2:36) — (2:36) D.McNabb pass to B.Mitchell for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Philadelphia Eagles added 1 points from the PIT 2 (Q4 2:29) — D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer.; Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the PIT 24 (Q4 0:01) — (:01) D.Akers 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer..
Overtime: Philadelphia Eagles won the period 3–0. Philadelphia Eagles connected on a field goal from the PIT 24 (OT 10:51) — (10:51) D.Akers 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 60:00) — D.Akers kicks 63 yards from PHI 30 to PIT 7. T.Edwards to PIT 16 for 9 yards (J.Thomason).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 13:08) — (13:08) S.Pritchett left tackle to PHI 32 for 2 yards (L.Flowers). FUMBLES (L.Flowers), RECOVERED by PIT-J.Porter at PHI 32. J.Porter for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 0:01) — (:01) D.Akers 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer.
- Philadelphia Eagles (OT 10:51) — (10:51) D.Akers 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 47:58) — (2:58) (Shotgun) K.Stewart pass intended for C.Hawkins INTERCEPTED by B.Taylor (H.Douglas) at PHI 45. B.Taylor to PIT 17 for 38 yards (T.Edwards).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 13:08) — (13:08) S.Pritchett left tackle to PHI 32 for 2 yards (L.Flowers). FUMBLES (L.Flowers), RECOVERED by PIT-J.Porter at PHI 32. J.Porter for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 47:58) — (2:58) (Shotgun) K.Stewart pass intended for C.Hawkins INTERCEPTED by B.Taylor (H.Douglas) at PHI 45. B.Taylor to PIT 17 for 38 yards (T.Edwards).
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q4 9:38) — (9:38) D.Akers 38 yard field goal is No Good, Hit Left Upright, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer.
- Philadelphia Eagles (Q2 43:11) — (13:11) D.McNabb pass to C.Martin to PIT 28 for 9 yards (J.Porter).
Quarterback report card
D.McNabb led all passers in efficiency for Philadelphia Eagles, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- D.McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles) · 63 dropbacks · 41.3% completion · +0.05 EPA/play · +2.93 total EPA
- K.Stewart (Pittsburgh Steelers) · 40 dropbacks · 35.0% completion · -0.30 EPA/play · -11.90 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Philadelphia Eagles | Pittsburgh Steelers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.014 | -0.033 |
| Offensive success rate | 39.8% | 43.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.046 | -0.298 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.452 | +0.087 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.033 | -0.014 |
| Defensive success rate | 56.7% | 60.2% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Philadelphia Eagles +0.01, Pittsburgh Steelers -0.03) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- Philadelphia Eagles: 16 drives, +1.58 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
- Pittsburgh Steelers: 15 drives, -3.46 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Philadelphia Eagles 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. Martin (Philadelphia Eagles) 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.
- Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q1 47:07 · PIT 8 · Score 3-0
(2:07) D.Akers 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q2 41:50 · PIT 2 · Score 9-0
(11:50) D.McNabb pass to J.Thomason for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q2 41:47 · PIT 2 · Score 10-0
D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer. - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q2 33:01 · PHI 20 · Score 10-3
(3:01) K.Brown 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-K.Graham. - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q2 30:28 · PHI 34 · Score 10-6
(:28) K.Brown 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-K.Graham. Penalty on PHI, Defensive 12 On-field, declined. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q3 27:59 · PIT 27 · Score 13-6
(12:59) D.Akers 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q3 18:24 · PHI 7 · Score 13-12
(3:24) J.Bettis up the middle for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on PHI, Defensive 12 On-field, declined. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q3 18:19 · PHI 2 · Score 13-13
K.Brown extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-K.Graham. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q4 13:08 · PIT 70 · Score 13-19
(13:08) S.Pritchett left tackle to PHI 32 for 2 yards (L.Flowers). FUMBLES (L.Flowers), RECOVERED by PIT-J.Porter at PHI 32. J.Porter for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q4 12:56 · PHI 2 · Score 13-20
K.Brown extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-K.Graham. - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q4 3:47 · PHI 22 · Score 13-23
(3:47) K.Brown 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-K.Graham. - Philadelphia Eagles TD (+6) — Q4 2:36 · PIT 13 · Score 19-23
(2:36) D.McNabb pass to B.Mitchell for 13 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Philadelphia Eagles XP (+1) — Q4 2:29 · PIT 2 · Score 20-23
D.Akers extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — Q4 0:01 · PIT 24 · Score 23-23
(:01) D.Akers 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer. - Philadelphia Eagles FG (+3) — OT 10:51 · PIT 24 · Score 26-23
(10:51) D.Akers 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Bartrum, Holder-K.Detmer.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Philadelphia Eagles vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The Philadelphia Eagles beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 26-23 in Week 11, 2000 on 2000-11-12.
What was the final score of Philadelphia Eagles vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The final score was Philadelphia Eagles 26, Pittsburgh Steelers 23 (PHI 26-23 PIT) in Week 11, 2000 on 2000-11-12.
What was the score by quarter in Philadelphia Eagles vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Q1: Philadelphia Eagles 3, Pittsburgh Steelers 0; Q2: Philadelphia Eagles 7, Pittsburgh Steelers 6; Q3: Philadelphia Eagles 3, Pittsburgh Steelers 7; Q4: Philadelphia Eagles 10, Pittsburgh Steelers 10; Q5: Philadelphia Eagles 3, Pittsburgh Steelers 0; Final: Philadelphia Eagles 26, Pittsburgh Steelers 23.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Philadelphia Eagles vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 41:50) Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — unlisted player (Q3 18:24) Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 13:08) Philadelphia Eagles touchdown — unlisted player (Q4 2:36) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — unlisted player (Q1 47:07, 3 pts) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — unlisted player (Q2 33:01, 3 pts) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — unlisted player (Q2 30:28, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — unlisted player (Q3 27:59, 3 pts) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — unlisted player (Q4 3:47, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — unlisted player (Q4 0:01, 3 pts) Philadelphia Eagles field goal — unlisted player (OT 10:51, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Philadelphia Eagles vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
D. McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles), 41.3% completion, +0.05 EPA per dropback, +2.93 total passing EPA. K. Stewart (Pittsburgh Steelers), 35.0% completion, -0.30 EPA per dropback, -11.90 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Philadelphia Eagles vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
C. Martin (Philadelphia Eagles) led the game in total EPA with +4.75 on receiving plays. across 3 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-7.34 EPA): (13:08) S.Pritchett left tackle to PHI 32 for 2 yards (L.Flowers). FUMBLES (L.Flowers), RECOVERED by PIT-J.Porter at PHI 32. J.Porter for 32 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +53.7%.
Was Philadelphia Eagles vs Pittsburgh Steelers a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Philadelphia Eagles won 26-23 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Philadelphia Eagles
Entered 6-4 Now 7-4 W
Pittsburgh Steelers
Entered 5-4 Now 5-5 L
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