Game story
In Week 12 of the 2018 NFL season on 2018-11-25, the Seattle Seahawks took care of business against the Carolina Panthers, pulling away with a 30–27 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 20 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
C. Newton (Carolina Panthers) paced the passing game, with +14.30 total EPA, and +15.0% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +21.08 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+28.4% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Seattle Seahawks changed the game: (3:33) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep left to 83-D.Moore for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Seahawks | 0 | 10 | 7 | 13 | 0 | 30 |
| Carolina Panthers | 3 | 10 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 27 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 R. Wilson · Seattle Seahawks · Passing · +21.08 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.66 EPA/play
- 2 C. Newton · Carolina Panthers · Passing · +14.30 total EPA · 33 snaps · +0.43 EPA/play
- 3 D. Moore · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +10.61 total EPA · 5 snaps · +2.12 EPA/play
- 4 T. Lockett · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +9.89 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.98 EPA/play
- 5 C. McCaffrey · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +7.85 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.71 EPA/play
- 6 D. Moore · Carolina Panthers · Receiving · +3.97 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.44 EPA/play
- 7 T. Madden · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +3.31 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.31 EPA/play
- 8 N. Vannett · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +3.10 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.55 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
R. Wilson — SEA · Passing
R. Wilson posted the highest total EPA (+21.08) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Seattle Seahawks's efficiency. Across 32 counted snaps, they averaged +0.66 EPA per play.
The signature play (+5.84 EPA) came from Seattle Seahawks: (3:33) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep left to 83-D.Moore for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Carolina Panthers — C. Samuel (C. Newton pass)
- Seattle Seahawks — C. Carson
- Seattle Seahawks — T. Lockett (R. Wilson pass)
- Carolina Panthers — C. McCaffrey
- Carolina Panthers — C. McCaffrey (C. Newton pass)
- Seattle Seahawks — D. Moore (R. Wilson pass)
Field goals
- Carolina Panthers — G. Gano
- Seattle Seahawks — S. Janikowski
- Carolina Panthers — G. Gano
- Seattle Seahawks — S. Janikowski
- Seattle Seahawks — S. Janikowski
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Carolina Panthers won the period 3–0. Carolina Panthers connected on a field goal from the SEA 7 (Q1 47:15) — (2:15) 9-G.Gano 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-5-M.Palardy..
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 10–10. Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the CAR 15 (Q2 42:45) — (12:45) 11-S.Janikowski 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-4-M.Dickson.; Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the SEA 7 (Q2 36:19) — (6:19) (Shotgun) 1-C.Newton pass short right to 10-C.Samuel for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the SEA 15 (Q2 36:15) — 9-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-5-M.Palardy.; Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the CAR 1 (Q2 32:28) — (2:28) 32-C.Carson left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the CAR 15 (Q2 32:24) — 11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-4-M.Dickson.; Carolina Panthers connected on a field goal from the SEA 7 (Q2 30:01) — (:01) 9-G.Gano 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-5-M.Palardy..
The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the CAR 12 (Q3 21:48); Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the CAR 15 (Q3 21:45) — 11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-4-M.Dickson.; Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the SEA 1 (Q3 16:43) — (1:43) 71-M.Newhouse reported in as eligible. 22-C.McCaffrey up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the SEA 15 (Q3 16:41) — 9-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-5-M.Palardy..
The fourth quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 13–7. Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the CAR 12 (Q4 9:32) — (9:32) 11-S.Janikowski 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-4-M.Dickson.; Carolina Panthers found the end zone from the SEA 2 (Q4 7:01) — (7:01) (Shotgun) 1-C.Newton pass short right to 22-C.McCaffrey for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Carolina Panthers added 1 points from the SEA 15 (Q4 6:57) — 9-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-5-M.Palardy.; Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the CAR 35 (Q4 3:33) — (3:33) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep left to 83-D.Moore for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the CAR 15 (Q4 3:26) — 11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-4-M.Dickson.; Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the CAR 13 (Q4 0:04) — (:04) 11-S.Janikowski 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-4-M.Dickson..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 3:33) — (3:33) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep left to 83-D.Moore for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 1:07) — (1:07) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep right to 16-T.Lockett to CAR 10 for 43 yards (41-C.Munnerlyn).
- Seattle Seahawks (Q3 23:42) — (8:42) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep right to 83-D.Moore pushed ob at CAR 13 for 54 yards (25-E.Reid).
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 0:04) — (:04) 11-S.Janikowski 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-4-M.Dickson.
- Carolina Panthers (Q4 1:45) — (1:45) 9-G.Gano 52 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-5-M.Palardy.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 3:33) — (3:33) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep left to 83-D.Moore for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Carolina Panthers (Q3 25:46) — (10:46) (Shotgun) 1-C.Newton pass deep middle intended for 82-C.Manhertz INTERCEPTED by 30-B.McDougald at SEA 0. Touchback.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q3 23:42) — (8:42) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep right to 83-D.Moore pushed ob at CAR 13 for 54 yards (25-E.Reid).
- Carolina Panthers (Q4 1:45) — (1:45) 9-G.Gano 52 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-5-M.Palardy.
Quarterback report card
C.Newton led all passers in efficiency for Carolina Panthers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- C.Newton (Carolina Panthers) · 33 dropbacks · 75.8% completion · +15.0% CPOE · +0.43 EPA/play · +14.30 total EPA
- R.Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) · 32 dropbacks · 68.8% completion · +18.4% CPOE · +0.66 EPA/play · +21.08 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Seattle Seahawks | Carolina Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.218 | +0.161 |
| Offensive success rate | 41.2% | 59.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.659 | +0.433 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.130 | +0.003 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.161 | -0.218 |
| Defensive success rate | 40.3% | 58.8% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Seattle Seahawks generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.22 vs +0.16), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Carolina Panthers: 10 drives, +11.61 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Seattle Seahawks: 9 drives, +17.41 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.
- One-score margin — fantasy managers should double-check garbage-time stats before drawing conclusions.
- R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- C. Newton (CAR) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
- R. Wilson (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.
- Carolina Panthers FG (+3) — Q1 47:15 · SEA 7 · Score 0-3
(2:15) 9-G.Gano 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-5-M.Palardy. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q2 42:45 · CAR 15 · Score 3-3
(12:45) 11-S.Janikowski 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-4-M.Dickson. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q2 36:19 · SEA 7 · Score 3-9
(6:19) (Shotgun) 1-C.Newton pass short right to 10-C.Samuel for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q2 36:15 · SEA 15 · Score 3-10
9-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-5-M.Palardy. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q2 32:28 · CAR 1 · Score 9-10
(2:28) 32-C.Carson left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q2 32:24 · CAR 15 · Score 10-10
11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-4-M.Dickson. - Carolina Panthers FG (+3) — Q2 30:01 · SEA 7 · Score 10-13
(:01) 9-G.Gano 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-5-M.Palardy. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q3 21:48 · CAR 12 · Score 16-13
(6:48) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass short right to 16-T.Lockett to CAR 1 for 11 yards (29-M.Adams). Seattle challenged the short of the goal line ruling, and the p - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q3 21:45 · CAR 15 · Score 17-13
11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-4-M.Dickson. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q3 16:43 · SEA 1 · Score 17-19
(1:43) 71-M.Newhouse reported in as eligible. 22-C.McCaffrey up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q3 16:41 · SEA 15 · Score 17-20
9-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-5-M.Palardy. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q4 9:32 · CAR 12 · Score 20-20
(9:32) 11-S.Janikowski 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-4-M.Dickson. - Carolina Panthers TD (+6) — Q4 7:01 · SEA 2 · Score 20-26
(7:01) (Shotgun) 1-C.Newton pass short right to 22-C.McCaffrey for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Carolina Panthers XP (+1) — Q4 6:57 · SEA 15 · Score 20-27
9-G.Gano extra point is GOOD, Center-44-J.Jansen, Holder-5-M.Palardy. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q4 3:33 · CAR 35 · Score 26-27
(3:33) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep left to 83-D.Moore for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q4 3:26 · CAR 15 · Score 27-27
11-S.Janikowski extra point is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-4-M.Dickson. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q4 0:04 · CAR 13 · Score 30-27
(:04) 11-S.Janikowski 31 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-4-M.Dickson.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Seattle Seahawks vs Carolina Panthers?
The Seattle Seahawks beat the Carolina Panthers 30-27 in Week 12, 2018 on 2018-11-25.
What was the final score of Seattle Seahawks vs Carolina Panthers?
The final score was Seattle Seahawks 30, Carolina Panthers 27 (SEA 30-27 CAR) in Week 12, 2018 on 2018-11-25.
What was the score by quarter in Seattle Seahawks vs Carolina Panthers?
Q1: Seattle Seahawks 0, Carolina Panthers 3; Q2: Seattle Seahawks 10, Carolina Panthers 10; Q3: Seattle Seahawks 7, Carolina Panthers 7; Q4: Seattle Seahawks 13, Carolina Panthers 7; Final: Seattle Seahawks 30, Carolina Panthers 27.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Seattle Seahawks vs Carolina Panthers?
Carolina Panthers touchdown — C. Samuel (C. Newton pass) (Q2 36:19) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — C. Carson (Q2 32:28) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — T. Lockett (R. Wilson pass) (Q3 21:48) Carolina Panthers touchdown — C. McCaffrey (Q3 16:43) Carolina Panthers touchdown — C. McCaffrey (C. Newton pass) (Q4 7:01) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — D. Moore (R. Wilson pass) (Q4 3:33) Carolina Panthers field goal — G. Gano (Q1 47:15, 3 pts) Seattle Seahawks field goal — S. Janikowski (Q2 42:45, 3 pts) Carolina Panthers field goal — G. Gano (Q2 30:01, 3 pts) Seattle Seahawks field goal — S. Janikowski (Q4 9:32, 3 pts) Seattle Seahawks field goal — S. Janikowski (Q4 0:04, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Seattle Seahawks vs Carolina Panthers?
C. Newton (Carolina Panthers), 75.8% completion, +15.0% CPOE, +0.43 EPA per dropback, +14.30 total passing EPA. R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks), 68.8% completion, +18.4% CPOE, +0.66 EPA per dropback, +21.08 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Seattle Seahawks vs Carolina Panthers?
R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) led the game in total EPA with +21.08 on passing plays. across 32 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+5.84 EPA): (3:33) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep left to 83-D.Moore for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +28.4%.
Was Seattle Seahawks vs Carolina Panthers a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Seattle Seahawks won 30-27 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Seattle Seahawks
Entered 5-5 Now 6-5 W
Carolina Panthers
Entered 6-4 Now 6-5 L
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