Game story
In Week 14 of the 2009 NFL season on 2009-12-10, the Cleveland Browns took care of business against the Pittsburgh Steelers, pulling away with a 13–6 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 13 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) paced the passing game, with -10.69 total EPA, and -7.8% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, J. Cribbs (Cleveland Browns) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +6.56 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+11.4% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Cleveland Browns changed the game: (8:41) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 10-B.Quinn pass short middle to 89-E.Moore to PIT 38 for 24 yards (23-T.Carter).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Cleveland Browns | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 J. Cribbs · Cleveland Browns · Rushing · +6.56 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.82 EPA/play
- 2 H. Miller · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +2.50 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.36 EPA/play
- 3 B. Roethlisberger · Pittsburgh Steelers · Rushing · +1.05 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.53 EPA/play
- 4 S. Holmes · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +1.04 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.09 EPA/play
- 5 B. Quinn · Cleveland Browns · Rushing · +0.37 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.37 EPA/play
- 6 M. Massaquoi · Cleveland Browns · Receiving · +0.25 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.05 EPA/play
- 7 M. Wallace · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +0.18 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.06 EPA/play
- 8 R. Mendenhall · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · -0.13 total EPA · 2 snaps · -0.07 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
J. Cribbs — CLE · Rushing
J. Cribbs posted the highest total EPA (+6.56) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Cleveland Browns's efficiency. Across 8 counted snaps, they averaged +0.82 EPA per play.
The signature play (+4.00 EPA) came from Cleveland Browns: (8:49) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 10-B.Quinn pass short left to 11-M.Massaquoi to PIT 14 for 37 yards (25-R.Clark).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Cleveland Browns — C. Jennings
Field goals
- Cleveland Browns — P. Dawson
- Cleveland Browns — P. Dawson
- Pittsburgh Steelers — J. Reed
- 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: Cleveland Browns won the period 3–0. Cleveland Browns connected on a field goal from the PIT 12 (Q1 48:51) — (3:51) (Field Goal formation) 4-P.Dawson 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-64-R.Pontbriand, Holder-2-R.Hodges..
The second quarter: Cleveland Browns won the period 10–3. Cleveland Browns connected on a field goal from the PIT 12 (Q2 37:24) — (7:24) 4-P.Dawson 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-64-R.Pontbriand, Holder-2-R.Hodges.; Cleveland Browns found the end zone from the PIT 10 (Q2 30:48); Cleveland Browns added 1 points from the PIT 2 (Q2 30:41) — 4-P.Dawson extra point is GOOD, Center-64-R.Pontbriand, Holder-2-R.Hodges.; Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the CLE 9 (Q2 30:02) — (:02) (Field Goal formation) 3-J.Reed 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-9-D.Sepulveda..
The third quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 3–0. Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the CLE 24 (Q3 15:12) — (:12) 3-J.Reed 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-9-D.Sepulveda..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Cleveland Browns (Q1 53:41) — (8:41) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 10-B.Quinn pass short middle to 89-E.Moore to PIT 38 for 24 yards (23-T.Carter).
- Cleveland Browns (Q2 38:49) — (8:49) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 10-B.Quinn pass short left to 11-M.Massaquoi to PIT 14 for 37 yards (25-R.Clark).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q4 1:48) — (1:48) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass incomplete short right to 10-S.Holmes (96-D.Bowens).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q4 2:40) — (2:40) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger sacked at PIT 48 for -9 yards (sack split by 56-K.Maiava and 91-B.Schaefering).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 50:21) — (5:21) 9-D.Sepulveda punts 52 yards to CLE 45, Center-60-G.Warren. 16-J.Cribbs MUFFS catch, and recovers at CLE 37. 16-J.Cribbs to PIT 8 for 55 yards (9-D.Sepulveda).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Cleveland Browns (Q2 38:49) — (8:49) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 10-B.Quinn pass short left to 11-M.Massaquoi to PIT 14 for 37 yards (25-R.Clark).
- Cleveland Browns (Q2 33:31) — (3:31) (Shotgun) 16-J.Cribbs left tackle to PIT 30 for 37 yards (56-L.Woodley). PIT-24-I.Taylor was injured during the play. His return is Questionable. Direct snap to #16 Cribbs
- Cleveland Browns (Q1 53:41) — (8:41) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 10-B.Quinn pass short middle to 89-E.Moore to PIT 38 for 24 yards (23-T.Carter).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 55:58) — (10:58) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger sacked at PIT 15 for -9 yards (99-C.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) · 43 dropbacks · 41.9% completion · -7.8% CPOE · -0.25 EPA/play · -10.69 total EPA
- B.Quinn (Cleveland Browns) · 21 dropbacks · 28.6% completion · -25.4% CPOE · -0.43 EPA/play · -9.01 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Pittsburgh Steelers | Cleveland Browns |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.141 | -0.063 |
| Offensive success rate | 47.5% | 33.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.249 | -0.429 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.087 | +0.097 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.063 | +0.141 |
| Defensive success rate | 66.7% | 52.5% |
By the numbers
Cleveland Browns held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.06 vs -0.14), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Cleveland Browns: 11 drives, -4.69 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Pittsburgh Steelers: 11 drives, -11.29 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Cleveland Browns 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.
- J. Cribbs (Cleveland Browns) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- B. Roethlisberger (PIT) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
- B. Quinn (CLE) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Cleveland Browns FG (+3) — Q1 48:51 · PIT 12 · Score 0-3
(3:51) (Field Goal formation) 4-P.Dawson 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-64-R.Pontbriand, Holder-2-R.Hodges. - Cleveland Browns FG (+3) — Q2 37:24 · PIT 12 · Score 0-6
(7:24) 4-P.Dawson 29 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-64-R.Pontbriand, Holder-2-R.Hodges. - Cleveland Browns TD (+6) — Q2 30:48 · PIT 10 · Score 0-12
(:48) (No Huddle) 34-C.Jennings right tackle for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Assistant challenged the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld - Cleveland Browns XP (+1) — Q2 30:41 · PIT 2 · Score 0-13
4-P.Dawson extra point is GOOD, Center-64-R.Pontbriand, Holder-2-R.Hodges. - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q2 30:02 · CLE 9 · Score 3-13
(:02) (Field Goal formation) 3-J.Reed 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-9-D.Sepulveda. - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q3 15:12 · CLE 24 · Score 6-13
(:12) 3-J.Reed 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-9-D.Sepulveda.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cleveland Browns?
The Cleveland Browns beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 13-6 in Week 14, 2009 on 2009-12-10.
What was the final score of Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cleveland Browns?
The final score was Pittsburgh Steelers 6, Cleveland Browns 13 (PIT 6-13 CLE) in Week 14, 2009 on 2009-12-10.
What was the score by quarter in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cleveland Browns?
Q1: Pittsburgh Steelers 0, Cleveland Browns 3; Q2: Pittsburgh Steelers 3, Cleveland Browns 10; Q3: Pittsburgh Steelers 3, Cleveland Browns 0; Final: Pittsburgh Steelers 6, Cleveland Browns 13.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cleveland Browns?
Cleveland Browns touchdown — C. Jennings (Q2 30:48) Cleveland Browns field goal — P. Dawson (Q1 48:51, 3 pts) Cleveland Browns field goal — P. Dawson (Q2 37:24, 3 pts) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — J. Reed (Q2 30:02, 3 pts) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — J. Reed (Q3 15:12, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cleveland Browns?
B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers), 41.9% completion, -7.8% CPOE, -0.25 EPA per dropback, -10.69 total passing EPA. B. Quinn (Cleveland Browns), 28.6% completion, -25.4% CPOE, -0.43 EPA per dropback, -9.01 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cleveland Browns?
J. Cribbs (Cleveland Browns) led the game in total EPA with +6.56 on rushing plays. across 8 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+4.00 EPA): (8:49) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 10-B.Quinn pass short left to 11-M.Massaquoi to PIT 14 for 37 yards (25-R.Clark).. The biggest win-probability swing was +11.4%.
Was Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cleveland Browns a close game?
Yes — the margin was 7 points. Cleveland Browns won 13-6 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Pittsburgh Steelers
Entered 6-6 Now 6-7 L
Cleveland Browns
Entered 1-11 Now 2-11 W
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