Game story
In Week 9 of the 2022 NFL season on 2022-11-06, the Seattle Seahawks took care of business against the Arizona Cardinals, pulling away with a 31–21 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 27 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
K. Murray (Arizona Cardinals) paced the passing game, with -3.56 total EPA, and +1.1% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, N. Fant (Seattle Seahawks) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +7.51 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-31.0% win probability) landed in the third quarter when Seattle Seahawks changed the game: (9:26) (Shotgun) 7-G.Smith pass short right intended for 9-K.Walker INTERCEPTED by 25-Z.Collins at SEA 30. 25-Z.Collins for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Seahawks | 3 | 7 | 7 | 20 | 0 | 31 |
| Arizona Cardinals | 13 | 0 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 21 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 N. Fant · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +7.51 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.25 EPA/play
- 2 T. Lockett · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +5.97 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.19 EPA/play
- 3 D. Metcalf · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +3.80 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.63 EPA/play
- 4 R. Moore · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +3.72 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.37 EPA/play
- 5 K. Walker · Seattle Seahawks · Rushing · +3.40 total EPA · 26 snaps · +0.13 EPA/play
- 6 J. Conner · Arizona Cardinals · Rushing · +2.26 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.32 EPA/play
- 7 E. Benjamin · Arizona Cardinals · Receiving · +1.84 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.84 EPA/play
- 8 G. Smith · Seattle Seahawks · Passing · +1.62 total EPA · 41 snaps · +0.04 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
N. Fant — SEA · Receiving
N. Fant posted the highest total EPA (+7.51) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Seattle Seahawks's efficiency. Across 6 counted snaps, they averaged +1.25 EPA per play.
The signature play (-8.88 EPA) came from Seattle Seahawks: (9:26) (Shotgun) 7-G.Smith pass short right intended for 9-K.Walker INTERCEPTED by 25-Z.Collins at SEA 30. 25-Z.Collins for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Arizona Cardinals — D. Hopkins (K. Murray pass)
- Seattle Seahawks — D. Metcalf (G. Smith pass)
- Arizona Cardinals — Z. Collins
- Seattle Seahawks — T. Lockett (G. Smith pass)
- Seattle Seahawks — K. Walker
- Arizona Cardinals — Z. Ertz (K. Murray pass)
- Seattle Seahawks — K. Walker
Field goals
- Seattle Seahawks — J. Myers
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Arizona Cardinals won the period 13–3. Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the ARI 31 (Q1 55:55) — (10:55) 5-J.Myers 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Tinker, Holder-4-M.Dickson.; Arizona Cardinals found the end zone from the SEA 22 (Q1 51:25) — (6:25) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray pass short right to 10-D.Hopkins for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Arizona Cardinals found the end zone from the SEA 15 (Q1 51:17) — 5-M.Prater extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-14-A.Lee..
The second quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 7–0. Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the ARI 4 (Q2 42:04) — (12:04) (Shotgun) 7-G.Smith pass short left to 14-D.Metcalf for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the ARI 15 (Q2 41:59) — 5-J.Myers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Tinker, Holder-4-M.Dickson..
The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Arizona Cardinals found the end zone from the ARI 60 (Q3 24:26); Arizona Cardinals added 1 points from the SEA 15 (Q3 24:18) — 5-M.Prater extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-14-A.Lee.; Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the ARI 9 (Q3 17:48) — (2:48) (Shotgun) 7-G.Smith pass short left to 16-T.Lockett for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the ARI 15 (Q3 17:43) — 5-J.Myers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Tinker, Holder-4-M.Dickson..
The fourth quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 20–7. Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the ARI 1 (Q4 7:35) — (7:35) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 9-K.Walker up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the ARI 15 (Q4 7:32) — 5-J.Myers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Tinker, Holder-4-M.Dickson.; Arizona Cardinals found the end zone from the SEA 6 (Q4 3:35) — (3:35) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray pass short middle to 86-Z.Ertz for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Arizona Cardinals added 1 points from the SEA 15 (Q4 3:32) — 5-M.Prater extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-14-A.Lee.; Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the ARI 5 (Q4 2:20) — (2:20) 9-K.Walker right end for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the ARI 15 (Q4 2:14) — 5-J.Myers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Tinker, Holder-4-M.Dickson..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q3 24:26) — (9:26) (Shotgun) 7-G.Smith pass short right intended for 9-K.Walker INTERCEPTED by 25-Z.Collins at SEA 30. 25-Z.Collins for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q3 20:38) — (5:38) (Shotgun) 7-G.Smith pass short middle to 16-T.Lockett to SEA 47 for 12 yards (25-Z.Collins). PENALTY on ARI-25-Z.Collins, Unnecessary Roughness, 15 yards, enforced at SEA 47.
- Arizona Cardinals (Q4 3:35) — (3:35) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray pass short middle to 86-Z.Ertz for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 10:58) — (10:58) (Shotgun) 7-G.Smith scrambles up the middle to ARI 33 for 18 yards (33-A.Hamilton).
- Seattle Seahawks (Q3 17:48) — (2:48) (Shotgun) 7-G.Smith pass short left to 16-T.Lockett for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q3 24:26) — (9:26) (Shotgun) 7-G.Smith pass short right intended for 9-K.Walker INTERCEPTED by 25-Z.Collins at SEA 30. 25-Z.Collins for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q2 36:47) — (6:47) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 7-G.Smith pass short middle to 84-C.Parkinson to ARI 40 for -4 yards (94-Z.Allen).
- Arizona Cardinals (Q1 49:03) — (4:03) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 1-K.Murray Aborted. 53-B.Price FUMBLES at ARI 24, recovered by ARI-6-J.Conner at ARI 14. 6-J.Conner to ARI 14 for no gain (51-B.Irvin).
- Seattle Seahawks (Q3 20:38) — (5:38) (Shotgun) 7-G.Smith pass short middle to 16-T.Lockett to SEA 47 for 12 yards (25-Z.Collins). PENALTY on ARI-25-Z.Collins, Unnecessary Roughness, 15 yards, enforced at SEA 47.
Quarterback report card
K.Murray led all passers in efficiency for Arizona Cardinals, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- K.Murray (Arizona Cardinals) · 45 dropbacks · 55.6% completion · +1.1% CPOE · -0.08 EPA/play · -3.56 total EPA
- G.Smith (Seattle Seahawks) · 41 dropbacks · 63.4% completion · +7.3% CPOE · +0.04 EPA/play · +1.62 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Seattle Seahawks | Arizona Cardinals |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.044 | -0.139 |
| Offensive success rate | 48.3% | 35.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.040 | -0.079 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.149 | -0.191 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.139 | -0.044 |
| Defensive success rate | 64.3% | 51.7% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Seattle Seahawks generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.04 vs -0.14), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Arizona Cardinals: 11 drives, -11.66 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- Seattle Seahawks: 12 drives, +3.91 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Seattle Seahawks leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- N. Fant (Seattle Seahawks) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- G. Smith (SEA) 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.
- Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q1 55:55 · ARI 31 · Score 3-0
(10:55) 5-J.Myers 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-C.Tinker, Holder-4-M.Dickson. - Arizona Cardinals TD (+6) — Q1 51:25 · SEA 22 · Score 3-6
(6:25) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray pass short right to 10-D.Hopkins for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Arizona Cardinals TD (+7) — Q1 51:17 · SEA 15 · Score 3-7
5-M.Prater extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-14-A.Lee. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q2 42:04 · ARI 4 · Score 9-7
(12:04) (Shotgun) 7-G.Smith pass short left to 14-D.Metcalf for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q2 41:59 · ARI 15 · Score 10-7
5-J.Myers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Tinker, Holder-4-M.Dickson. - Arizona Cardinals TD (+6) — Q3 24:26 · ARI 60 · Score 10-13
(9:26) (Shotgun) 7-G.Smith pass short right intended for 9-K.Walker INTERCEPTED by 25-Z.Collins at SEA 30. 25-Z.Collins for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Arizona Cardinals XP (+1) — Q3 24:18 · SEA 15 · Score 10-14
5-M.Prater extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-14-A.Lee. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q3 17:48 · ARI 9 · Score 16-14
(2:48) (Shotgun) 7-G.Smith pass short left to 16-T.Lockett for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q3 17:43 · ARI 15 · Score 17-14
5-J.Myers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Tinker, Holder-4-M.Dickson. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q4 7:35 · ARI 1 · Score 23-14
(7:35) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 9-K.Walker up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q4 7:32 · ARI 15 · Score 24-14
5-J.Myers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Tinker, Holder-4-M.Dickson. - Arizona Cardinals TD (+6) — Q4 3:35 · SEA 6 · Score 24-20
(3:35) (Shotgun) 1-K.Murray pass short middle to 86-Z.Ertz for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Arizona Cardinals XP (+1) — Q4 3:32 · SEA 15 · Score 24-21
5-M.Prater extra point is GOOD, Center-46-A.Brewer, Holder-14-A.Lee. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q4 2:20 · ARI 5 · Score 30-21
(2:20) 9-K.Walker right end for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+7) — Q4 2:14 · ARI 15 · Score 31-21
5-J.Myers extra point is GOOD, Center-46-C.Tinker, Holder-4-M.Dickson.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Seattle Seahawks vs Arizona Cardinals?
The Seattle Seahawks beat the Arizona Cardinals 31-21 in Week 9, 2022 on 2022-11-06.
What was the final score of Seattle Seahawks vs Arizona Cardinals?
The final score was Seattle Seahawks 31, Arizona Cardinals 21 (SEA 31-21 ARI) in Week 9, 2022 on 2022-11-06.
What was the score by quarter in Seattle Seahawks vs Arizona Cardinals?
Q1: Seattle Seahawks 3, Arizona Cardinals 13; Q2: Seattle Seahawks 7, Arizona Cardinals 0; Q3: Seattle Seahawks 7, Arizona Cardinals 7; Q4: Seattle Seahawks 20, Arizona Cardinals 7; Final: Seattle Seahawks 31, Arizona Cardinals 21.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Seattle Seahawks vs Arizona Cardinals?
Arizona Cardinals touchdown — D. Hopkins (K. Murray pass) (Q1 51:25) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — D. Metcalf (G. Smith pass) (Q2 42:04) Arizona Cardinals touchdown — Z. Collins (Q3 24:26) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — T. Lockett (G. Smith pass) (Q3 17:48) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — K. Walker (Q4 7:35) Arizona Cardinals touchdown — Z. Ertz (K. Murray pass) (Q4 3:35) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — K. Walker (Q4 2:20) Seattle Seahawks field goal — J. Myers (Q1 55:55, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Seattle Seahawks vs Arizona Cardinals?
K. Murray (Arizona Cardinals), 55.6% completion, +1.1% CPOE, -0.08 EPA per dropback, -3.56 total passing EPA. G. Smith (Seattle Seahawks), 63.4% completion, +7.3% CPOE, +0.04 EPA per dropback, +1.62 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Seattle Seahawks vs Arizona Cardinals?
N. Fant (Seattle Seahawks) led the game in total EPA with +7.51 on receiving plays. across 6 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-8.88 EPA): (9:26) (Shotgun) 7-G.Smith pass short right intended for 9-K.Walker INTERCEPTED by 25-Z.Collins at SEA 30. 25-Z.Collins for 30 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -31.0%.
Season records after this game
Seattle Seahawks
Entered 5-3 Now 6-3 W
Arizona Cardinals
Entered 3-5 Now 3-6 L
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