Game story
In Week 11 of the 2004 NFL season on 2004-11-21, the Pittsburgh Steelers took care of business against the Cincinnati Bengals, pulling away with a 19–14 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) paced the passing game, with -9.79 total EPA.
On the individual side, K. Washington (Cincinnati Bengals) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +5.55 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-16.5% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Cincinnati Bengals changed the game: (7:11) (Shotgun) 9-C.Palmer pass intended for 84-T.Houshmandzadeh INTERCEPTED by 51-J.Farrior at CIN 14. 51-J.Farrior for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 3 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 19 |
| Cincinnati Bengals | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 K. Washington · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +5.55 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.85 EPA/play
- 2 C. Johnson · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +5.23 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.05 EPA/play
- 3 D. Kreider · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +2.99 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.75 EPA/play
- 4 P. Burress · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +2.46 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.82 EPA/play
- 5 A.Randle El · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +2.18 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.09 EPA/play
- 6 J. Tuman · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +1.97 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.97 EPA/play
- 7 T. Houshmandzadeh · Cincinnati Bengals · Receiving · +1.68 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.84 EPA/play
- 8 L. Mays · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +1.31 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.31 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
K. Washington — CIN · Receiving
K. Washington posted the highest total EPA (+5.55) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Cincinnati Bengals's efficiency. Across 3 counted snaps, they averaged +1.85 EPA per play.
The signature play (-5.41 EPA) came from Cincinnati Bengals: (7:11) (Shotgun) 9-C.Palmer pass intended for 84-T.Houshmandzadeh INTERCEPTED by 51-J.Farrior at CIN 14. 51-J.Farrior for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Cincinnati Bengals — C. Johnson (C. Palmer pass)
- Pittsburgh Steelers — J. Farrior
- Cincinnati Bengals — K. Washington (C. Palmer pass)
- Pittsburgh Steelers — D. Kreider (B. Roethlisberger pass)
Field goals
- Pittsburgh Steelers — J. Reed
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 7–3. Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the CIN 14 (Q1 49:01) — (4:01) 3-J.Reed 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki.; Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the PIT 36 (Q1 46:14) — (1:14) 9-C.Palmer pass to 85-C.Johnson for 36 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the PIT 2 (Q1 46:05) — 17-S.Graham extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-19-K.Larson..
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the PIT 96 (Q2 37:11); Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q2 37:03) — 3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki.; Cincinnati Bengals found the end zone from the PIT 19 (Q2 34:03) — (4:03) 9-C.Palmer pass to 87-K.Washington for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Cincinnati Bengals added 1 points from the PIT 2 (Q2 33:56) — 17-S.Graham extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-19-K.Larson..
The third quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 7–0. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the CIN 8 (Q3 17:53) — (2:53) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass to 35-D.Kreider for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the CIN 2 (Q3 17:46) — 3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki..
The fourth quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 2–0. Pittsburgh Steelers registered a safety from the PIT 92 (Q4 2:45) — (2:45) (Shotgun) 9-C.Palmer pass incomplete. PENALTY on CIN-9-C.Palmer, Intentional Grounding, 8 yards, enforced in End Zone, SAFETY..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 37:11) — (7:11) (Shotgun) 9-C.Palmer pass intended for 84-T.Houshmandzadeh INTERCEPTED by 51-J.Farrior at CIN 14. 51-J.Farrior for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q2 30:46) — (:46) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger sacked at CIN 23 for -5 yards (92-D.Clemons). FUMBLES (92-D.Clemons), RECOVERED by CIN-90-J.Smith at CIN 23. 90-J.Smith to CIN 23 for no gain (79-O.Ross).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q4 2:45) — (2:45) (Shotgun) 9-C.Palmer pass incomplete. PENALTY on CIN-9-C.Palmer, Intentional Grounding, 8 yards, enforced in End Zone, SAFETY.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q3 23:14) — (8:14) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger sacked at CIN 44 for -11 yards (40-M.Williams).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q3 16:31) — (1:31) 9-C.Palmer pass to 87-K.Washington to CIN 45 for 21 yards (27-W.Williams).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q2 37:11) — (7:11) (Shotgun) 9-C.Palmer pass intended for 84-T.Houshmandzadeh INTERCEPTED by 51-J.Farrior at CIN 14. 51-J.Farrior for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q2 30:46) — (:46) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger sacked at CIN 23 for -5 yards (92-D.Clemons). FUMBLES (92-D.Clemons), RECOVERED by CIN-90-J.Smith at CIN 23. 90-J.Smith to CIN 23 for no gain (79-O.Ross).
- Cincinnati Bengals (Q1 46:14) — (1:14) 9-C.Palmer pass to 85-C.Johnson for 36 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q3 23:14) — (8:14) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger sacked at CIN 44 for -11 yards (40-M.Williams).
Quarterback report card
B.Roethlisberger led all passers in efficiency for Pittsburgh Steelers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- B.Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) · 31 dropbacks · 48.4% completion · -0.32 EPA/play · -9.79 total EPA
- C.Palmer (Cincinnati Bengals) · 29 dropbacks · 44.8% completion · -0.27 EPA/play · -7.84 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Pittsburgh Steelers | Cincinnati Bengals |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.041 | -0.178 |
| Offensive success rate | 51.6% | 39.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.299 | -0.270 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.059 | -0.275 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.178 | +0.041 |
| Defensive success rate | 60.7% | 48.4% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Pittsburgh Steelers generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.04 vs -0.18), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Cincinnati Bengals: 12 drives, -10.89 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Pittsburgh Steelers: 12 drives, -3.76 total EPA, 2 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.
- One-score margin — fantasy managers should double-check garbage-time stats before drawing conclusions.
- K. Washington (Cincinnati Bengals) 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 FG (+3) — Q1 49:01 · CIN 14 · Score 3-0
(4:01) 3-J.Reed 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q1 46:14 · PIT 36 · Score 3-6
(1:14) 9-C.Palmer pass to 85-C.Johnson for 36 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q1 46:05 · PIT 2 · Score 3-7
17-S.Graham extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-19-K.Larson. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q2 37:11 · PIT 96 · Score 9-7
(7:11) (Shotgun) 9-C.Palmer pass intended for 84-T.Houshmandzadeh INTERCEPTED by 51-J.Farrior at CIN 14. 51-J.Farrior for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q2 37:03 · CIN 2 · Score 10-7
3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki. - Cincinnati Bengals TD (+6) — Q2 34:03 · PIT 19 · Score 10-13
(4:03) 9-C.Palmer pass to 87-K.Washington for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Cincinnati Bengals XP (+1) — Q2 33:56 · PIT 2 · Score 10-14
17-S.Graham extra point is GOOD, Center-48-B.St. Louis, Holder-19-K.Larson. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q3 17:53 · CIN 8 · Score 16-14
(2:53) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass to 35-D.Kreider for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q3 17:46 · CIN 2 · Score 17-14
3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki. - Pittsburgh Steelers Safety (+2) — Q4 2:45 · PIT 92 · Score 19-14
(2:45) (Shotgun) 9-C.Palmer pass incomplete. PENALTY on CIN-9-C.Palmer, Intentional Grounding, 8 yards, enforced in End Zone, SAFETY.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cincinnati Bengals?
The Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Cincinnati Bengals 19-14 in Week 11, 2004 on 2004-11-21.
What was the final score of Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cincinnati Bengals?
The final score was Pittsburgh Steelers 19, Cincinnati Bengals 14 (PIT 19-14 CIN) in Week 11, 2004 on 2004-11-21.
What was the score by quarter in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cincinnati Bengals?
Q1: Pittsburgh Steelers 3, Cincinnati Bengals 7; Q2: Pittsburgh Steelers 7, Cincinnati Bengals 7; Q3: Pittsburgh Steelers 7, Cincinnati Bengals 0; Q4: Pittsburgh Steelers 2, Cincinnati Bengals 0; Final: Pittsburgh Steelers 19, Cincinnati Bengals 14.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cincinnati Bengals?
Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — C. Johnson (C. Palmer pass) (Q1 46:14) Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — J. Farrior (Q2 37:11) Cincinnati Bengals touchdown — K. Washington (C. Palmer pass) (Q2 34:03) Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — D. Kreider (B. Roethlisberger pass) (Q3 17:53) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — J. Reed (Q1 49:01, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cincinnati Bengals?
B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers), 48.4% completion, -0.32 EPA per dropback, -9.79 total passing EPA. C. Palmer (Cincinnati Bengals), 44.8% completion, -0.27 EPA per dropback, -7.84 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cincinnati Bengals?
K. Washington (Cincinnati Bengals) led the game in total EPA with +5.55 on receiving plays. across 3 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-5.41 EPA): (7:11) (Shotgun) 9-C.Palmer pass intended for 84-T.Houshmandzadeh INTERCEPTED by 51-J.Farrior at CIN 14. 51-J.Farrior for 14 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -16.5%.
Was Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cincinnati Bengals a close game?
Yes — the margin was 5 points. Pittsburgh Steelers won 19-14 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Pittsburgh Steelers
Entered 8-1 Now 9-1 W
Cincinnati Bengals
Entered 4-5 Now 4-6 L
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