Game story
In Week 11 of the 1999 NFL season on 1999-11-21, the Tennessee Titans took care of business against the Pittsburgh Steelers, pulling away with a 16–10 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 21 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
K. Stewart (Pittsburgh Steelers) paced the passing game, with -2.17 total EPA.
On the individual side, J. Bettis (Pittsburgh Steelers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +4.35 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+54.6% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Tennessee Titans changed the game: K.Brown kicks 66 yards from PIT 30 to TEN 4. D.Mason to TEN 26 for 22 yards (C.Fuamatu-Ma'afala).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q3 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Tennessee Titans | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 J. Bettis · Pittsburgh Steelers · Rushing · +4.35 total EPA · 16 snaps · +0.27 EPA/play
- 2 B. Shaw · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +4.01 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.34 EPA/play
- 3 C. Sanders · Tennessee Titans · Receiving · +2.93 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.47 EPA/play
- 4 K. Dyson · Tennessee Titans · Receiving · +2.15 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.08 EPA/play
- 5 R. Huntley · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +1.40 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.47 EPA/play
- 6 K. Stewart · Pittsburgh Steelers · Rushing · +1.01 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.34 EPA/play
- 7 E. George · Tennessee Titans · Rushing · +0.89 total EPA · 23 snaps · +0.04 EPA/play
- 8 S. McNair · Tennessee Titans · Rushing · +0.60 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.06 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
J. Bettis — PIT · Rushing
J. Bettis posted the highest total EPA (+4.35) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Pittsburgh Steelers's efficiency. Across 16 counted snaps, they averaged +0.27 EPA per play.
The signature play (+3.51 EPA) came from Pittsburgh Steelers: (9:28) K.Stewart pass to T.Edwards for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Tennessee Titans — unlisted player
- Pittsburgh Steelers — unlisted player
- Tennessee Titans — unlisted player
Field goals
- Pittsburgh Steelers — unlisted player
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Tennessee Titans won the period 14–7. Tennessee Titans found the end zone from the PIT 2 (Q1 60:00) — (15:00) S.McNair right end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Tennessee Titans added 1 points from the PIT 2 (Q1 54:28) — A.Del Greco extra point is GOOD, Center-B.Matthews, Holder-C.Hentrich.; Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the TEN 15 (Q1 54:28) — (9:28) K.Stewart pass to T.Edwards for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the TEN 2 (Q1 50:47) — K.Brown extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-M.Tomczak.; Tennessee Titans found the end zone from the PIT 3 (Q1 50:47) — (5:47) (Shotgun) S.McNair left end for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Tennessee Titans added 1 points from the PIT 2 (Q1 45:00) — A.Del Greco extra point is GOOD, Center-B.Matthews, Holder-C.Hentrich..
The third quarter: Tennessee Titans won the period 2–0. Tennessee Titans registered a safety from the TEN 94 (Q3 23:25).
The fourth quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 3–0. Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the TEN 6 (Q4 14:01) — (14:01) K.Brown 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-M.Tomczak..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Tennessee Titans (Q1 60:00) — K.Brown kicks 66 yards from PIT 30 to TEN 4. D.Mason to TEN 26 for 22 yards (C.Fuamatu-Ma'afala).
- Tennessee Titans (Q1 60:00) — (15:00) S.McNair pass to C.Sanders to PIT 3 for 46 yards (T.Davis).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q2 31:56) — (1:56) K.Brown 44 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-M.Tomczak.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) (Shotgun) K.Stewart pass INTERCEPTED by K.Holmes at PIT 18. K.Holmes to PIT 20 for -2 yards. Penalty on PIT, Illegal Touch Pass, declined.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 54:28) — (9:28) K.Stewart pass to T.Edwards for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 54:28) — (9:28) K.Stewart pass to T.Edwards for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Tennessee Titans (Q1 60:00) — (15:00) S.McNair pass to C.Sanders to PIT 3 for 46 yards (T.Davis).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q2 31:56) — (1:56) K.Brown 44 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-M.Tomczak.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q3 23:25) — (8:25) K.Stewart pass incomplete. PENALTY on PIT-K.Stewart, Intentional Grounding, 6 yards, enforced in End Zone, SAFETY. Penalty on PIT-M.Lyons, Ineligible Downfield Pass, declined.
Quarterback report card
K.Stewart led all passers in efficiency for Pittsburgh Steelers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- K.Stewart (Pittsburgh Steelers) · 37 dropbacks · 48.6% completion · -0.06 EPA/play · -2.17 total EPA
- S.McNair (Tennessee Titans) · 27 dropbacks · 51.9% completion · +0.00 EPA/play · +0.11 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Pittsburgh Steelers | Tennessee Titans |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.021 | +0.064 |
| Offensive success rate | 45.3% | 45.6% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.031 | -0.065 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.202 | +0.237 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.064 | -0.021 |
| Defensive success rate | 54.4% | 54.7% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Pittsburgh Steelers +0.02, Tennessee Titans +0.06) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- Pittsburgh Steelers: 10 drives, +1.56 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Tennessee Titans: 10 drives, +5.04 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Tennessee Titans 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. Bettis (Pittsburgh Steelers) 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.
- Tennessee Titans TD (+6) — Q1 60:00 · PIT 2 · Score 0-6
(15:00) S.McNair right end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Tennessee Titans XP (+1) — Q1 54:28 · PIT 2 · Score 0-7
A.Del Greco extra point is GOOD, Center-B.Matthews, Holder-C.Hentrich. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q1 54:28 · TEN 15 · Score 6-7
(9:28) K.Stewart pass to T.Edwards for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q1 50:47 · TEN 2 · Score 7-7
K.Brown extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-M.Tomczak. - Tennessee Titans TD (+6) — Q1 50:47 · PIT 3 · Score 7-13
(5:47) (Shotgun) S.McNair left end for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Tennessee Titans XP (+1) — Q1 45:00 · PIT 2 · Score 7-14
A.Del Greco extra point is GOOD, Center-B.Matthews, Holder-C.Hentrich. - Tennessee Titans Safety (+2) — Q3 23:25 · TEN 94 · Score 7-16
(8:25) K.Stewart pass incomplete. PENALTY on PIT-K.Stewart, Intentional Grounding, 6 yards, enforced in End Zone, SAFETY. Penalty on PIT-M.Lyons, Ineligible Dow - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q4 14:01 · TEN 6 · Score 10-16
(14:01) K.Brown 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Schneck, Holder-M.Tomczak.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Pittsburgh Steelers vs Tennessee Titans?
The Tennessee Titans beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 16-10 in Week 11, 1999 on 1999-11-21.
What was the final score of Pittsburgh Steelers vs Tennessee Titans?
The final score was Pittsburgh Steelers 10, Tennessee Titans 16 (PIT 10-16 TEN) in Week 11, 1999 on 1999-11-21.
What was the score by quarter in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Tennessee Titans?
Q1: Pittsburgh Steelers 7, Tennessee Titans 14; Q3: Pittsburgh Steelers 0, Tennessee Titans 2; Q4: Pittsburgh Steelers 3, Tennessee Titans 0; Final: Pittsburgh Steelers 10, Tennessee Titans 16.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Tennessee Titans?
Tennessee Titans touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 60:00) Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 54:28) Tennessee Titans touchdown — unlisted player (Q1 50:47) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — unlisted player (Q4 14:01, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Tennessee Titans?
K. Stewart (Pittsburgh Steelers), 48.6% completion, -0.06 EPA per dropback, -2.17 total passing EPA. S. McNair (Tennessee Titans), 51.9% completion, +0.00 EPA per dropback, +0.11 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Pittsburgh Steelers vs Tennessee Titans?
J. Bettis (Pittsburgh Steelers) led the game in total EPA with +4.35 on rushing plays. across 16 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+3.51 EPA): (9:28) K.Stewart pass to T.Edwards for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +54.6%.
Was Pittsburgh Steelers vs Tennessee Titans a close game?
Yes — the margin was 6 points. Tennessee Titans won 16-10 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
Pittsburgh Steelers
Entered 5-4 Now 5-5 L
Tennessee Titans
Entered 7-2 Now 8-2 W
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