Game story
In Week 12 of the 2012 NFL season on 2012-11-25, the Miami Dolphins took care of business against the Seattle Seahawks, pulling away with a 24–21 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 24 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) paced the passing game, with +15.41 total EPA, and +17.8% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +15.41 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+34.9% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Seattle Seahawks changed the game: 5-D.Carpenter kicks 63 yards from MIA 35 to SEA 2. 33-L.Washington for 98 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Seahawks | 7 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| Miami Dolphins | 7 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 R. Wilson · Seattle Seahawks · Passing · +15.41 total EPA · 33 snaps · +0.47 EPA/play
- 2 R. Tannehill · Miami Dolphins · Passing · +6.83 total EPA · 30 snaps · +0.23 EPA/play
- 3 C. Clay · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +5.45 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.91 EPA/play
- 4 R. Turbin · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +4.77 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.59 EPA/play
- 5 S. Rice · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +4.45 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.48 EPA/play
- 6 G. Tate · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +3.59 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.72 EPA/play
- 7 D. Thomas · Miami Dolphins · Rushing · +3.49 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.39 EPA/play
- 8 A. McCoy · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +2.92 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.97 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 (+15.41) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Seattle Seahawks's efficiency. Across 33 counted snaps, they averaged +0.47 EPA per play.
The signature play (+6.55 EPA) came from Seattle Seahawks: 5-D.Carpenter kicks 63 yards from MIA 35 to SEA 2. 33-L.Washington for 98 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Miami Dolphins — R. Bush
- Seattle Seahawks — A. McCoy (R. Wilson pass)
- Seattle Seahawks — M. Robinson (R. Wilson pass)
- Miami Dolphins — D. Thomas
- Seattle Seahawks — L. Washington
- Miami Dolphins — C. Clay (R. Tannehill pass)
Field goals
- Miami Dolphins — D. Carpenter
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the SEA 21 (Q2 35:23) — (5:23) (Shotgun) 22-R.Bush left end for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the SEA 2 (Q2 35:13) — 5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.; Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the MIA 3 (Q2 30:36) — (:36) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass short left to 85-A.McCoy for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q2 30:29) — 4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan..
The third quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 7–0. Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the MIA 4 (Q3 19:11) — (4:11) 3-R.Wilson pass short right to 26-M.Robinson for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q3 19:00) — 4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan..
The fourth quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 17–7. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the SEA 3 (Q4 8:13); Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the SEA 2 (Q4 8:08) — 5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.; Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the MIA 35 (Q4 8:08) — 5-D.Carpenter kicks 63 yards from MIA 35 to SEA 2. 33-L.Washington for 98 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q4 7:54) — 4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the SEA 29 (Q4 5:36) — (5:36) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep right to 42-C.Clay for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the SEA 2 (Q4 5:13) — 5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the SEA 25 (Q4 0:04) — (:04) (Field Goal formation) 5-D.Carpenter 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 8:08) — 5-D.Carpenter kicks 63 yards from MIA 35 to SEA 2. 33-L.Washington for 98 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Miami Dolphins (Q4 5:36) — (5:36) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep right to 42-C.Clay for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Miami Dolphins (Q4 0:04) — (:04) (Field Goal formation) 5-D.Carpenter 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
- Miami Dolphins (Q4 0:46) — (:46) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep middle to 15-D.Bess to SEA 36 for 25 yards (23-M.Trufant).
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 2:17) — (2:17) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep right to 85-A.McCoy ran ob at MIA 40 for 20 yards.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 8:08) — 5-D.Carpenter kicks 63 yards from MIA 35 to SEA 2. 33-L.Washington for 98 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Miami Dolphins (Q1 53:12) — (8:12) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep right intended for 15-D.Bess INTERCEPTED by 54-B.Wagner at MIA 35. 54-B.Wagner ran ob at MIA 25 for 10 yards (42-C.Clay). PENALTY on SEA-91-C.Clemons, Illegal Block Abo
- Seattle Seahawks (Q2 42:56) — (12:56) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep left to 18-S.Rice ran ob at MIA 47 for 26 yards.
- Miami Dolphins (Q4 5:36) — (5:36) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep right to 42-C.Clay for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
R.Wilson led all passers in efficiency for Seattle Seahawks, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- R.Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) · 33 dropbacks · 63.6% completion · +17.8% CPOE · +0.47 EPA/play · +15.41 total EPA
- R.Tannehill (Miami Dolphins) · 30 dropbacks · 60.0% completion · +9.3% CPOE · +0.23 EPA/play · +6.83 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Seattle Seahawks | Miami Dolphins |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.141 | +0.170 |
| Offensive success rate | 45.5% | 52.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.467 | +0.228 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.344 | +0.262 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.170 | -0.141 |
| Defensive success rate | 47.3% | 54.5% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Seattle Seahawks +0.14, Miami Dolphins +0.17) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- Miami Dolphins: 11 drives, +12.59 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Seattle Seahawks: 10 drives, +10.87 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Miami Dolphins 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.
- R. Wilson (SEA) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
- R. Tannehill (MIA) 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.
- Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q2 35:23 · SEA 21 · Score 0-6
(5:23) (Shotgun) 22-R.Bush left end for 21 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q2 35:13 · SEA 2 · Score 0-7
5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q2 30:36 · MIA 3 · Score 6-7
(:36) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass short left to 85-A.McCoy for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q2 30:29 · MIA 2 · Score 7-7
4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q3 19:11 · MIA 4 · Score 13-7
(4:11) 3-R.Wilson pass short right to 26-M.Robinson for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q3 19:00 · MIA 2 · Score 14-7
4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q4 8:13 · SEA 3 · Score 14-13
(8:13) (Shotgun) 33-D.Thomas right guard for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Assistant challenged the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q4 8:08 · SEA 2 · Score 14-14
5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q4 8:08 · MIA 35 · Score 20-14
5-D.Carpenter kicks 63 yards from MIA 35 to SEA 2. 33-L.Washington for 98 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q4 7:54 · MIA 2 · Score 21-14
4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q4 5:36 · SEA 29 · Score 21-20
(5:36) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep right to 42-C.Clay for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q4 5:13 · SEA 2 · Score 21-21
5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q4 0:04 · SEA 25 · Score 21-24
(:04) (Field Goal formation) 5-D.Carpenter 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Seattle Seahawks vs Miami Dolphins?
The Miami Dolphins beat the Seattle Seahawks 24-21 in Week 12, 2012 on 2012-11-25.
What was the final score of Seattle Seahawks vs Miami Dolphins?
The final score was Seattle Seahawks 21, Miami Dolphins 24 (SEA 21-24 MIA) in Week 12, 2012 on 2012-11-25.
What was the score by quarter in Seattle Seahawks vs Miami Dolphins?
Q2: Seattle Seahawks 7, Miami Dolphins 7; Q3: Seattle Seahawks 7, Miami Dolphins 0; Q4: Seattle Seahawks 7, Miami Dolphins 17; Final: Seattle Seahawks 21, Miami Dolphins 24.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Seattle Seahawks vs Miami Dolphins?
Miami Dolphins touchdown — R. Bush (Q2 35:23) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — A. McCoy (R. Wilson pass) (Q2 30:36) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — M. Robinson (R. Wilson pass) (Q3 19:11) Miami Dolphins touchdown — D. Thomas (Q4 8:13) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — L. Washington (Q4 8:08) Miami Dolphins touchdown — C. Clay (R. Tannehill pass) (Q4 5:36) Miami Dolphins field goal — D. Carpenter (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 Miami Dolphins?
R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks), 63.6% completion, +17.8% CPOE, +0.47 EPA per dropback, +15.41 total passing EPA. R. Tannehill (Miami Dolphins), 60.0% completion, +9.3% CPOE, +0.23 EPA per dropback, +6.83 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Seattle Seahawks vs Miami Dolphins?
R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) led the game in total EPA with +15.41 on passing plays. across 33 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+6.55 EPA): 5-D.Carpenter kicks 63 yards from MIA 35 to SEA 2. 33-L.Washington for 98 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +34.9%.
Was Seattle Seahawks vs Miami Dolphins a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Miami Dolphins won 24-21 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Seattle Seahawks
Entered 6-4 Now 6-5 L
Miami Dolphins
Entered 4-6 Now 5-6 W
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