Game story
In Week 3 of the 2015 NFL season on 2015-09-27, the Pittsburgh Steelers took care of business against the Los Angeles Rams, pulling away with a 12–6 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 9 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) paced the passing game, with +8.44 total EPA, and +14.0% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +8.44 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-18.7% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Los Angeles Rams changed the game: (3:02) 5-N.Foles pass deep middle intended for 88-L.Kendricks INTERCEPTED by 20-W.Allen at PIT 49. 20-W.Allen to LA 31 for 20 yards (73-G.Robinson).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 3 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Los Angeles Rams | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 B. Roethlisberger · Pittsburgh Steelers · Passing · +8.44 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.26 EPA/play
- 2 A. Brown · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +7.41 total EPA · 13 snaps · +0.57 EPA/play
- 3 K. Britt · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +2.43 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.24 EPA/play
- 4 L. Bell · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +2.34 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.29 EPA/play
- 5 T. Mason · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +1.91 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.91 EPA/play
- 6 T. Austin · Los Angeles Rams · Receiving · +1.75 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.35 EPA/play
- 7 C. Givens · Los Angeles Rams · Rushing · +1.48 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.48 EPA/play
- 8 B. Cunningham · Los Angeles Rams · Rushing · +0.95 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.95 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 (+8.44) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Pittsburgh Steelers's efficiency. Across 32 counted snaps, they averaged +0.26 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.20 EPA) came from Los Angeles Rams: (3:02) 5-N.Foles pass deep middle intended for 88-L.Kendricks INTERCEPTED by 20-W.Allen at PIT 49. 20-W.Allen to LA 31 for 20 yards (73-G.Robinson).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Pittsburgh Steelers — L. Bell
Field goals
- Pittsburgh Steelers — J. Scobee
- Los Angeles Rams — G. Zuerlein
- Los Angeles Rams — G. Zuerlein
- Pittsburgh Steelers — J. Scobee
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 3–0. Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the LA 3 (Q1 52:21) — (7:21) 8-J.Scobee 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-4-J.Berry..
The second quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 6–3. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the LA 1 (Q2 43:04); Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the PIT 31 (Q2 32:10) — (2:10) 4-G.Zuerlein 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Los Angeles Rams connected on a field goal from the PIT 9 (Q4 5:42) — (5:42) 4-G.Zuerlein 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker.; Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the LA 23 (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) 8-J.Scobee 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-4-J.Berry..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 3:02) — (3:02) 5-N.Foles pass deep middle intended for 88-L.Kendricks INTERCEPTED by 20-W.Allen at PIT 49. 20-W.Allen to LA 31 for 20 yards (73-G.Robinson).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 8:19) — (8:19) 19-C.Givens right end to PIT 7 for 24 yards (23-M.Mitchell).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 1:19) — (1:19) (Shotgun) 5-N.Foles pass short left to 18-K.Britt to LA 46 for 7 yards (41-A.Blake). The Replay Official reviewed the pass completion ruling, and the play was REVERSED. (Shotgun) 5-N.Foles pass
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 8:27) — (8:27) (Shotgun) 5-N.Foles pass incomplete deep left to 18-K.Britt. PENALTY on PIT-41-A.Blake, Defensive Pass Interference, 34 yards, enforced at LA 35 - No Play.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 54:38) — (9:38) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass short middle to 26-L.Bell to LA 10 for 20 yards (55-J.Laurinaitis).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 3:02) — (3:02) 5-N.Foles pass deep middle intended for 88-L.Kendricks INTERCEPTED by 20-W.Allen at PIT 49. 20-W.Allen to LA 31 for 20 yards (73-G.Robinson).
- Los Angeles Rams (Q2 38:20) — (8:20) (Punt formation) 6-J.Hekker pass incomplete short left to 12-S.Bailey.
- Los Angeles Rams (Q4 8:27) — (8:27) (Shotgun) 5-N.Foles pass incomplete deep left to 18-K.Britt. PENALTY on PIT-41-A.Blake, Defensive Pass Interference, 34 yards, enforced at LA 35 - No Play.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q3 23:26) — (8:26) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass short middle to 84-A.Brown pushed ob at PIT 40 for 14 yards (23-R.McLeod).
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) · 32 dropbacks · 62.5% completion · +14.0% CPOE · +0.26 EPA/play · +8.44 total EPA
- N.Foles (Los Angeles Rams) · 32 dropbacks · 59.4% completion · +0.2% CPOE · -0.12 EPA/play · -3.99 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Pittsburgh Steelers | Los Angeles Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.066 | -0.219 |
| Offensive success rate | 44.6% | 33.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.096 | -0.210 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.340 | -0.266 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.219 | +0.066 |
| Defensive success rate | 66.7% | 55.4% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Pittsburgh Steelers generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.07 vs -0.22), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Los Angeles Rams: 9 drives, -13.82 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Pittsburgh Steelers: 10 drives, -4.87 total EPA, 3 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.
- 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.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q1 52:21 · LA 3 · Score 3-0
(7:21) 8-J.Scobee 21 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-4-J.Berry. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q2 43:04 · LA 1 · Score 9-0
(13:04) 26-L.Bell right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q2 32:10 · PIT 31 · Score 9-3
(2:10) 4-G.Zuerlein 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Los Angeles Rams FG (+3) — Q4 5:42 · PIT 9 · Score 9-6
(5:42) 4-G.Zuerlein 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.McQuaide, Holder-6-J.Hekker. - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q4 2:00 · LA 23 · Score 12-6
(2:00) 8-J.Scobee 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-4-J.Berry.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Pittsburgh Steelers vs Los Angeles Rams?
The Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Los Angeles Rams 12-6 in Week 3, 2015 on 2015-09-27.
What was the final score of Pittsburgh Steelers vs Los Angeles Rams?
The final score was Pittsburgh Steelers 12, Los Angeles Rams 6 (PIT 12-6 LA) in Week 3, 2015 on 2015-09-27.
What was the score by quarter in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Los Angeles Rams?
Q1: Pittsburgh Steelers 3, Los Angeles Rams 0; Q2: Pittsburgh Steelers 6, Los Angeles Rams 3; Q4: Pittsburgh Steelers 3, Los Angeles Rams 3; Final: Pittsburgh Steelers 12, Los Angeles Rams 6.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Los Angeles Rams?
Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — L. Bell (Q2 43:04) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — J. Scobee (Q1 52:21, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — G. Zuerlein (Q2 32:10, 3 pts) Los Angeles Rams field goal — G. Zuerlein (Q4 5:42, 3 pts) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — J. Scobee (Q4 2:00, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Los Angeles Rams?
B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers), 62.5% completion, +14.0% CPOE, +0.26 EPA per dropback, +8.44 total passing EPA. N. Foles (Los Angeles Rams), 59.4% completion, +0.2% CPOE, -0.12 EPA per dropback, -3.99 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Los Angeles Rams?
B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) led the game in total EPA with +8.44 on passing plays. across 32 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.20 EPA): (3:02) 5-N.Foles pass deep middle intended for 88-L.Kendricks INTERCEPTED by 20-W.Allen at PIT 49. 20-W.Allen to LA 31 for 20 yards (73-G.Robinson).. The biggest win-probability swing was -18.7%.
Was Pittsburgh Steelers vs Los Angeles Rams a close game?
Yes — the margin was 6 points. Pittsburgh Steelers won 12-6 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Pittsburgh Steelers
Entered 1-1 Now 2-1 W
Los Angeles Rams
Entered 1-1 Now 1-2 L
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