Game story
In Week 11 of the 2020 NFL season on 2020-11-22, the Pittsburgh Steelers took care of business against the Jacksonville Jaguars, pulling away with a 27–3 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 17 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) paced the passing game, with +10.72 total EPA, and +5.9% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +10.72 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-17.1% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Jacksonville Jaguars changed the game: (3:09) (Shotgun) 6-J.Luton pass short right intended for 88-T.Eifert INTERCEPTED by 39-M.Fitzpatrick (94-T.Alualu) at PIT 2. 39-M.Fitzpatrick pushed ob at PIT 39 for 37 yards (30-J.Robinson).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 0 | 17 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 27 |
| Jacksonville Jaguars | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 B. Roethlisberger · Pittsburgh Steelers · Passing · +10.72 total EPA · 48 snaps · +0.22 EPA/play
- 2 C. Claypool · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +4.64 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.58 EPA/play
- 3 J. Conner · Pittsburgh Steelers · Rushing · +3.18 total EPA · 13 snaps · +0.24 EPA/play
- 4 D. Johnson · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +1.95 total EPA · 16 snaps · +0.12 EPA/play
- 5 J. Robinson · Jacksonville Jaguars · Receiving · +1.67 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.83 EPA/play
- 6 J. Robinson · Jacksonville Jaguars · Rushing · +1.58 total EPA · 17 snaps · +0.09 EPA/play
- 7 J. Smith-Schuster · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +1.31 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.26 EPA/play
- 8 R. McCloud · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +1.15 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.29 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
B. Roethlisberger — PIT · Passing
B. Roethlisberger posted the highest total EPA (+10.72) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Pittsburgh Steelers's efficiency. Across 48 counted snaps, they averaged +0.22 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.03 EPA) came from Jacksonville Jaguars: (3:09) (Shotgun) 6-J.Luton pass short right intended for 88-T.Eifert INTERCEPTED by 39-M.Fitzpatrick (94-T.Alualu) at PIT 2. 39-M.Fitzpatrick pushed ob at PIT 39 for 37 yards (30-J.Robinson).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Pittsburgh Steelers — C. Claypool (B. Roethlisberger pass)
- Pittsburgh Steelers — B. Snell
- Pittsburgh Steelers — E. Ebron (B. Roethlisberger pass)
Field goals
- Jacksonville Jaguars — C. McLaughlin
- 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: Jacksonville Jaguars won the period 3–0. Jacksonville Jaguars connected on a field goal from the PIT 23 (Q1 56:02) — (11:02) 3-C.McLaughlin 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-R.Matiscik, Holder-9-L.Cooke..
The second quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 17–0. Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the JAX 26 (Q2 40:50) — (10:50) 9-C.Boswell 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-K.Canaday, Holder-4-J.Berry.; Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the JAX 31 (Q2 37:07) — (7:07) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass deep right to 11-C.Claypool for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the JAX 15 (Q2 37:00) — 9-C.Boswell extra point is GOOD, Center-57-K.Canaday, Holder-4-J.Berry.; Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the JAX 1 (Q2 30:48) — (:48) 24-B.Snell right end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the JAX 15 (Q2 30:44) — 9-C.Boswell extra point is GOOD, Center-57-K.Canaday, Holder-4-J.Berry..
The fourth quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 10–0. Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the JAX 29 (Q4 10:26) — (10:26) 9-C.Boswell 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-K.Canaday, Holder-4-J.Berry.; Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the JAX 20 (Q4 6:46) — (6:46) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass short middle to 85-E.Ebron for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the JAX 15 (Q4 6:40) — 9-C.Boswell extra point is GOOD, Center-57-K.Canaday, Holder-4-J.Berry..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q2 33:09) — (3:09) (Shotgun) 6-J.Luton pass short right intended for 88-T.Eifert INTERCEPTED by 39-M.Fitzpatrick (94-T.Alualu) at PIT 2. 39-M.Fitzpatrick pushed ob at PIT 39 for 37 yards (30-J.Robinson).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 53:51) — (8:51) 9-C.Boswell 45 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-57-K.Canaday, Holder-4-J.Berry.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q2 37:07) — (7:07) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass deep right to 11-C.Claypool for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q2 38:17) — (8:17) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass short left to 13-J.Washington pushed ob at JAX 34 for 12 yards (37-T.Herndon) [94-D.Smoot].
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 55:57) — 84-K.Cole Sr. kicks onside 11 yards from JAX 35 to JAX 46. 27-M.Allen (didn't try to advance) to JAX 46 for no gain (42-A.Wingard).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q2 33:09) — (3:09) (Shotgun) 6-J.Luton pass short right intended for 88-T.Eifert INTERCEPTED by 39-M.Fitzpatrick (94-T.Alualu) at PIT 2. 39-M.Fitzpatrick pushed ob at PIT 39 for 37 yards (30-J.Robinson).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 53:51) — (8:51) 9-C.Boswell 45 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-57-K.Canaday, Holder-4-J.Berry.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q2 37:07) — (7:07) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass deep right to 11-C.Claypool for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Jacksonville Jaguars (Q4 6:05) — (6:05) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 6-J.Luton pass deep middle intended for 86-B.Ellefson INTERCEPTED by 39-M.Fitzpatrick at PIT 41. 39-M.Fitzpatrick to PIT 41 for no gain.
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) · 48 dropbacks · 66.7% completion · +5.9% CPOE · +0.22 EPA/play · +10.72 total EPA
- J.Luton (Jacksonville Jaguars) · 41 dropbacks · 39.0% completion · -13.9% CPOE · -0.66 EPA/play · -26.94 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Pittsburgh Steelers | Jacksonville Jaguars |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.048 | -0.319 |
| Offensive success rate | 42.4% | 31.6% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.223 | -0.657 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.008 | +0.093 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.319 | -0.048 |
| Defensive success rate | 68.4% | 57.6% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Pittsburgh Steelers generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.05 vs -0.32), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Jacksonville Jaguars: 12 drives, -24.25 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
- Pittsburgh Steelers: 13 drives, +4.39 total EPA, 4 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.
- B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- B. Roethlisberger (PIT) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
- J. Luton (JAX) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Jacksonville Jaguars FG (+3) — Q1 56:02 · PIT 23 · Score 0-3
(11:02) 3-C.McLaughlin 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-R.Matiscik, Holder-9-L.Cooke. - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q2 40:50 · JAX 26 · Score 3-3
(10:50) 9-C.Boswell 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-K.Canaday, Holder-4-J.Berry. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q2 37:07 · JAX 31 · Score 9-3
(7:07) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass deep right to 11-C.Claypool for 31 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q2 37:00 · JAX 15 · Score 10-3
9-C.Boswell extra point is GOOD, Center-57-K.Canaday, Holder-4-J.Berry. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q2 30:48 · JAX 1 · Score 16-3
(:48) 24-B.Snell right end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q2 30:44 · JAX 15 · Score 17-3
9-C.Boswell extra point is GOOD, Center-57-K.Canaday, Holder-4-J.Berry. - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q4 10:26 · JAX 29 · Score 20-3
(10:26) 9-C.Boswell 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-57-K.Canaday, Holder-4-J.Berry. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q4 6:46 · JAX 20 · Score 26-3
(6:46) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass short middle to 85-E.Ebron for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q4 6:40 · JAX 15 · Score 27-3
9-C.Boswell extra point is GOOD, Center-57-K.Canaday, Holder-4-J.Berry.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Pittsburgh Steelers vs Jacksonville Jaguars?
The Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 27-3 in Week 11, 2020 on 2020-11-22.
What was the final score of Pittsburgh Steelers vs Jacksonville Jaguars?
The final score was Pittsburgh Steelers 27, Jacksonville Jaguars 3 (PIT 27-3 JAX) in Week 11, 2020 on 2020-11-22.
What was the score by quarter in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Jacksonville Jaguars?
Q1: Pittsburgh Steelers 0, Jacksonville Jaguars 3; Q2: Pittsburgh Steelers 17, Jacksonville Jaguars 0; Q4: Pittsburgh Steelers 10, Jacksonville Jaguars 0; Final: Pittsburgh Steelers 27, Jacksonville Jaguars 3.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Jacksonville Jaguars?
Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — C. Claypool (B. Roethlisberger pass) (Q2 37:07) Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — B. Snell (Q2 30:48) Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — E. Ebron (B. Roethlisberger pass) (Q4 6:46) Jacksonville Jaguars field goal — C. McLaughlin (Q1 56:02, 3 pts) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — C. Boswell (Q2 40:50, 3 pts) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — C. Boswell (Q4 10:26, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Jacksonville Jaguars?
B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers), 66.7% completion, +5.9% CPOE, +0.22 EPA per dropback, +10.72 total passing EPA. J. Luton (Jacksonville Jaguars), 39.0% completion, -13.9% CPOE, -0.66 EPA per dropback, -26.94 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Jacksonville Jaguars?
B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) led the game in total EPA with +10.72 on passing plays. across 48 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.03 EPA): (3:09) (Shotgun) 6-J.Luton pass short right intended for 88-T.Eifert INTERCEPTED by 39-M.Fitzpatrick (94-T.Alualu) at PIT 2. 39-M.Fitzpatrick pushed ob at PIT 39 for 37 yards (30-J. The biggest win-probability swing was -17.1%.
Season records after this game
Pittsburgh Steelers
Entered 9-0 Now 10-0 W
Jacksonville Jaguars
Entered 1-8 Now 1-9 L
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