Game story
In Week 13 of the 2015 NFL season on 2015-12-06, the Seattle Seahawks took care of business against the Minnesota Vikings, pulling away with a 38–7 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 21 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
T. Bridgewater (Minnesota Vikings) paced the passing game, with -17.85 total EPA, and -4.8% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +30.15 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-11.8% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Seattle Seahawks changed the game: (13:38) (Shotgun) 34-T.Rawls left guard to MIN 30 for 9 yards (32-A.Exum). Minnesota challenged the runner was down by contact ruling, and the play was REVERSED. (Shotgun) 34-T.Rawls left guard to MIN
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Seahawks | 7 | 14 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 38 |
| Minnesota Vikings | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 R. Wilson · Seattle Seahawks · Passing · +30.15 total EPA · 33 snaps · +0.91 EPA/play
- 2 T. Lockett · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +8.76 total EPA · 7 snaps · +1.25 EPA/play
- 3 D. Baldwin · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +7.09 total EPA · 7 snaps · +1.01 EPA/play
- 4 F. Jackson · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +3.42 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.71 EPA/play
- 5 L. Willson · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +2.53 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.84 EPA/play
- 6 J. Wright · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +2.30 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.15 EPA/play
- 7 M. Wallace · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +1.57 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.52 EPA/play
- 8 T. Rawls · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +1.09 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.36 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 (+30.15) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Seattle Seahawks's efficiency. Across 33 counted snaps, they averaged +0.91 EPA per play.
The signature play (+6.08 EPA) came from Minnesota Vikings: 4-S.Hauschka kicks 66 yards from SEA 35 to MIN -1. 84-C.Patterson for 101 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Seattle Seahawks — T. Rawls
- Seattle Seahawks — R. Wilson
- Seattle Seahawks — D. Baldwin (R. Wilson pass)
- Seattle Seahawks — F. Jackson (R. Wilson pass)
- Seattle Seahawks — D. Baldwin (R. Wilson pass)
- Minnesota Vikings — C. Patterson
Field goals
- Seattle Seahawks — S. Hauschka
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 7–0. Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the MIN 5 (Q1 48:42) — (3:42) 34-T.Rawls left guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the MIN 15 (Q1 48:36) — (Kick formation) 4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan..
The second quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 14–0. Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the MIN 8 (Q2 32:11) — (2:11) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson scrambles left tackle for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the MIN 15 (Q2 32:04) — (Kick formation) 4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan.; Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the MIN 20 (Q2 31:08) — (1:08) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep middle to 89-D.Baldwin for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the MIN 15 (Q2 31:04) — (Kick formation) 4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan..
The third quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 14–7. Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the MIN 5 (Q3 24:17) — (9:17) 3-R.Wilson pass short right to 22-F.Jackson for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the MIN 15 (Q3 24:12) — 4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan.; Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the MIN 53 (Q3 16:08) — (1:08) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep middle to 89-D.Baldwin for 53 yards, TOUCHDOWN [54-E.Kendricks].; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the MIN 15 (Q3 16:01) — 4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan.; Minnesota Vikings found the end zone from the SEA 35 (Q3 16:01) — 4-S.Hauschka kicks 66 yards from SEA 35 to MIN -1. 84-C.Patterson for 101 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Minnesota Vikings added 1 points from the SEA 15 (Q3 15:48) — 3-B.Walsh extra point is GOOD, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke..
The fourth quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 3–0. Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the MIN 5 (Q4 8:04) — (8:04) (Field Goal formation) 4-S.Hauschka 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q1 58:38) — (13:38) (Shotgun) 34-T.Rawls left guard to MIN 30 for 9 yards (32-A.Exum). Minnesota challenged the runner was down by contact ruling, and the play was REVERSED. (Shotgun) 34-T.Rawls left guard to MIN
- Seattle Seahawks (Q2 33:45) — (3:45) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep right to 16-T.Lockett to MIN 28 for 29 yards (32-A.Exum, 36-R.Blanton). PENALTY on MIN-32-A.Exum, Unnecessary Roughness, 14 yards, enforced at MIN 28.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q2 31:21) — (1:21) 5-T.Bridgewater pass deep left intended for 14-S.Diggs INTERCEPTED by 29-E.Thomas at SEA 40. 29-E.Thomas to MIN 35 for 25 yards (14-S.Diggs). PENALTY on MIN-14-S.Diggs, Face Mask (15 Yards), 15
- Seattle Seahawks (Q1 53:25) — (8:25) 3-R.Wilson pass short left to 82-L.Willson to MIN 32 for 22 yards (54-E.Kendricks).
- Minnesota Vikings (Q2 40:26) — (10:26) 5-T.Bridgewater pass short left to 11-M.Wallace pushed ob at SEA 36 for 25 yards (31-K.Chancellor).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q3 16:01) — 4-S.Hauschka kicks 66 yards from SEA 35 to MIN -1. 84-C.Patterson for 101 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q2 31:21) — (1:21) 5-T.Bridgewater pass deep left intended for 14-S.Diggs INTERCEPTED by 29-E.Thomas at SEA 40. 29-E.Thomas to MIN 35 for 25 yards (14-S.Diggs). PENALTY on MIN-14-S.Diggs, Face Mask (15 Yards), 15
- Seattle Seahawks (Q3 16:08) — (1:08) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep middle to 89-D.Baldwin for 53 yards, TOUCHDOWN [54-E.Kendricks].
- Seattle Seahawks (Q1 58:38) — (13:38) (Shotgun) 34-T.Rawls left guard to MIN 30 for 9 yards (32-A.Exum). Minnesota challenged the runner was down by contact ruling, and the play was REVERSED. (Shotgun) 34-T.Rawls left guard to MIN
Quarterback report card
T.Bridgewater led all passers in efficiency for Minnesota Vikings, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- T.Bridgewater (Minnesota Vikings) · 37 dropbacks · 45.9% completion · -4.8% CPOE · -0.48 EPA/play · -17.85 total EPA
- R.Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) · 33 dropbacks · 63.6% completion · +13.9% CPOE · +0.91 EPA/play · +30.15 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Seattle Seahawks | Minnesota Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.289 | -0.194 |
| Offensive success rate | 53.0% | 29.9% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.787 | -0.483 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.061 | -0.315 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.194 | -0.289 |
| Defensive success rate | 70.1% | 47.0% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Seattle Seahawks generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.29 vs -0.19), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Minnesota Vikings: 10 drives, -13.00 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
- Seattle Seahawks: 10 drives, +23.99 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.
- R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- T. Bridgewater (MIN) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
- 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.
- Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q1 48:42 · MIN 5 · Score 6-0
(3:42) 34-T.Rawls left guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q1 48:36 · MIN 15 · Score 7-0
(Kick formation) 4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q2 32:11 · MIN 8 · Score 13-0
(2:11) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson scrambles left tackle for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q2 32:04 · MIN 15 · Score 14-0
(Kick formation) 4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q2 31:08 · MIN 20 · Score 20-0
(1:08) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep middle to 89-D.Baldwin for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q2 31:04 · MIN 15 · Score 21-0
(Kick formation) 4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q3 24:17 · MIN 5 · Score 27-0
(9:17) 3-R.Wilson pass short right to 22-F.Jackson for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q3 24:12 · MIN 15 · Score 28-0
4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q3 16:08 · MIN 53 · Score 34-0
(1:08) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep middle to 89-D.Baldwin for 53 yards, TOUCHDOWN [54-E.Kendricks]. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q3 16:01 · MIN 15 · Score 35-0
4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Minnesota Vikings TD (+6) — Q3 16:01 · SEA 35 · Score 35-6
4-S.Hauschka kicks 66 yards from SEA 35 to MIN -1. 84-C.Patterson for 101 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Minnesota Vikings XP (+1) — Q3 15:48 · SEA 15 · Score 35-7
3-B.Walsh extra point is GOOD, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q4 8:04 · MIN 5 · Score 38-7
(8:04) (Field Goal formation) 4-S.Hauschka 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Seattle Seahawks vs Minnesota Vikings?
The Seattle Seahawks beat the Minnesota Vikings 38-7 in Week 13, 2015 on 2015-12-06.
What was the final score of Seattle Seahawks vs Minnesota Vikings?
The final score was Seattle Seahawks 38, Minnesota Vikings 7 (SEA 38-7 MIN) in Week 13, 2015 on 2015-12-06.
What was the score by quarter in Seattle Seahawks vs Minnesota Vikings?
Q1: Seattle Seahawks 7, Minnesota Vikings 0; Q2: Seattle Seahawks 14, Minnesota Vikings 0; Q3: Seattle Seahawks 14, Minnesota Vikings 7; Q4: Seattle Seahawks 3, Minnesota Vikings 0; Final: Seattle Seahawks 38, Minnesota Vikings 7.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Seattle Seahawks vs Minnesota Vikings?
Seattle Seahawks touchdown — T. Rawls (Q1 48:42) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — R. Wilson (Q2 32:11) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — D. Baldwin (R. Wilson pass) (Q2 31:08) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — F. Jackson (R. Wilson pass) (Q3 24:17) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — D. Baldwin (R. Wilson pass) (Q3 16:08) Minnesota Vikings touchdown — C. Patterson (Q3 16:01) Seattle Seahawks field goal — S. Hauschka (Q4 8:04, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Seattle Seahawks vs Minnesota Vikings?
T. Bridgewater (Minnesota Vikings), 45.9% completion, -4.8% CPOE, -0.48 EPA per dropback, -17.85 total passing EPA. R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks), 63.6% completion, +13.9% CPOE, +0.91 EPA per dropback, +30.15 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Seattle Seahawks vs Minnesota Vikings?
R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) led the game in total EPA with +30.15 on passing plays. across 33 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+6.08 EPA): 4-S.Hauschka kicks 66 yards from SEA 35 to MIN -1. 84-C.Patterson for 101 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -11.8%.
Season records after this game
Seattle Seahawks
Entered 6-5 Now 7-5 W
Minnesota Vikings
Entered 8-3 Now 8-4 L
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