Game story
In Week 18 of the 2015 NFL season on 2016-01-10, the Seattle Seahawks took care of business against the Minnesota Vikings, pulling away with a 10–9 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) paced the passing game, with -3.39 total EPA, and -8.5% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, D. Baldwin (Seattle Seahawks) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +2.73 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-58.8% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Minnesota Vikings changed the game: (:26) (Field Goal formation) 3-B.Walsh 27 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q3 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Seahawks | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Minnesota Vikings | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 D. Baldwin · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +2.73 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.39 EPA/play
- 2 S. Diggs · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +2.19 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.36 EPA/play
- 3 T. Bridgewater · Minnesota Vikings · Rushing · +2.18 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.73 EPA/play
- 4 K. Rudolph · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +1.72 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.72 EPA/play
- 5 C. Michael · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +1.67 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.67 EPA/play
- 6 J. Kearse · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +1.28 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.32 EPA/play
- 7 M. Wallace · Minnesota Vikings · Receiving · +1.26 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.26 EPA/play
- 8 R. Wilson · Seattle Seahawks · Rushing · +0.92 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.31 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
D. Baldwin — SEA · Receiving
D. Baldwin posted the highest total EPA (+2.73) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Seattle Seahawks's efficiency. Across 7 counted snaps, they averaged +0.39 EPA per play.
The signature play (-4.25 EPA) came from Minnesota Vikings: (10:48) 5-T.Bridgewater pass short right to 28-A.Peterson to MIN 35 for 8 yards (31-K.Chancellor). FUMBLES (31-K.Chancellor), RECOVERED by SEA-77-A.Rubin at MIN 40. 77-A.Rubin to MIN 40 for no gain (11-M.Wallace).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Seattle Seahawks — D. Baldwin (R. Wilson pass)
Field goals
- Minnesota Vikings — B. Walsh
- Minnesota Vikings — B. Walsh
- Minnesota Vikings — B. Walsh
- 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: Minnesota Vikings won the period 3–0. Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the SEA 4 (Q1 46:06) — (1:06) (Field Goal formation) 3-B.Walsh 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke..
The third quarter: Minnesota Vikings won the period 6–0. Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the SEA 26 (Q3 22:09) — (7:09) (Field Goal formation) 3-B.Walsh 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke.; Minnesota Vikings connected on a field goal from the SEA 29 (Q3 15:07) — (:07) (Field Goal formation) 3-B.Walsh 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke..
The fourth quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 10–0. Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the MIN 3 (Q4 11:41) — (11:41) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass short right to 89-D.Baldwin for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the MIN 15 (Q4 11:37) — 4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan.; Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the MIN 28 (Q4 8:09) — (8:09) (Field Goal formation) 4-S.Hauschka 46 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.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 0:26) — (:26) (Field Goal formation) 3-B.Walsh 27 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 10:48) — (10:48) 5-T.Bridgewater pass short right to 28-A.Peterson to MIN 35 for 8 yards (31-K.Chancellor). FUMBLES (31-K.Chancellor), RECOVERED by SEA-77-A.Rubin at MIN 40. 77-A.Rubin to MIN 40 for no gain (1
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 1:51) — (1:51) (Punt formation) 9-J.Ryan punts 41 yards to MIN 29, Center-49-C.Gresham. 35-M.Sherels pushed ob at MIN 39 for 10 yards (33-K.McCray).
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 4:27) — (4:27) (Punt formation) 9-J.Ryan punts 41 yards to MIN 19, Center-49-C.Gresham, downed by SEA-91-C.Marsh.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q2 32:00) — (2:00) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass incomplete deep left to 16-T.Lockett [55-A.Barr]. PENALTY on MIN-29-X.Rhodes, Defensive Pass Interference, 41 yards, enforced at SEA 19 - No Play.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 10:48) — (10:48) 5-T.Bridgewater pass short right to 28-A.Peterson to MIN 35 for 8 yards (31-K.Chancellor). FUMBLES (31-K.Chancellor), RECOVERED by SEA-77-A.Rubin at MIN 40. 77-A.Rubin to MIN 40 for no gain (1
- Seattle Seahawks (Q3 25:06) — (10:06) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep right intended for 86-C.Coffman INTERCEPTED by 26-T.Waynes at MIN 22. 26-T.Waynes to MIN 46 for 24 yards (22-F.Jackson).
- Minnesota Vikings (Q4 0:26) — (:26) (Field Goal formation) 3-B.Walsh 27 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q2 35:51) — (5:51) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass short middle to 22-F.Jackson to MIN 23 for 7 yards (24-C.Munnerlyn).
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) · 32 dropbacks · 40.6% completion · -8.5% CPOE · -0.11 EPA/play · -3.39 total EPA
- T.Bridgewater (Minnesota Vikings) · 29 dropbacks · 58.6% completion · +2.4% CPOE · -0.21 EPA/play · -6.19 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Seattle Seahawks | Minnesota Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.201 | -0.244 |
| Offensive success rate | 29.2% | 38.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.106 | -0.213 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.287 | -0.262 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.244 | +0.201 |
| Defensive success rate | 62.0% | 70.8% |
By the numbers
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Seattle Seahawks -0.20, Minnesota Vikings -0.24) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
- Minnesota Vikings: 11 drives, -17.30 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Seattle Seahawks: 11 drives, -14.48 total EPA, 2 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.
- D. Baldwin (Seattle Seahawks) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- R. Wilson (SEA) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q1 46:06 · SEA 4 · Score 0-3
(1:06) (Field Goal formation) 3-B.Walsh 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q3 22:09 · SEA 26 · Score 0-6
(7:09) (Field Goal formation) 3-B.Walsh 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke. - Minnesota Vikings FG (+3) — Q3 15:07 · SEA 29 · Score 0-9
(:07) (Field Goal formation) 3-B.Walsh 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-K.McDermott, Holder-18-J.Locke. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q4 11:41 · MIN 3 · Score 6-9
(11:41) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass short right to 89-D.Baldwin for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q4 11:37 · MIN 15 · Score 7-9
4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q4 8:09 · MIN 28 · Score 10-9
(8:09) (Field Goal formation) 4-S.Hauschka 46 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 10-9 in Week 18, 2015 on 2016-01-10.
What was the final score of Seattle Seahawks vs Minnesota Vikings?
The final score was Seattle Seahawks 10, Minnesota Vikings 9 (SEA 10-9 MIN) in Week 18, 2015 on 2016-01-10.
What was the score by quarter in Seattle Seahawks vs Minnesota Vikings?
Q1: Seattle Seahawks 0, Minnesota Vikings 3; Q3: Seattle Seahawks 0, Minnesota Vikings 6; Q4: Seattle Seahawks 10, Minnesota Vikings 0; Final: Seattle Seahawks 10, Minnesota Vikings 9.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Seattle Seahawks vs Minnesota Vikings?
Seattle Seahawks touchdown — D. Baldwin (R. Wilson pass) (Q4 11:41) Minnesota Vikings field goal — B. Walsh (Q1 46:06, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — B. Walsh (Q3 22:09, 3 pts) Minnesota Vikings field goal — B. Walsh (Q3 15:07, 3 pts) Seattle Seahawks field goal — S. Hauschka (Q4 8:09, 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?
R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks), 40.6% completion, -8.5% CPOE, -0.11 EPA per dropback, -3.39 total passing EPA. T. Bridgewater (Minnesota Vikings), 58.6% completion, +2.4% CPOE, -0.21 EPA per dropback, -6.19 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Seattle Seahawks vs Minnesota Vikings?
D. Baldwin (Seattle Seahawks) led the game in total EPA with +2.73 on receiving plays. across 7 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-4.25 EPA): (10:48) 5-T.Bridgewater pass short right to 28-A.Peterson to MIN 35 for 8 yards (31-K.Chancellor). FUMBLES (31-K.Chancellor), RECOVERED by SEA-77-A.Rubin at MIN 40. 77-A.Rubin to M. The biggest win-probability swing was -58.8%.
Was Seattle Seahawks vs Minnesota Vikings a close game?
Yes — the margin was 1 points. Seattle Seahawks won 10-9 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Seattle Seahawks
Entered 10-6 Now 11-6 W
Minnesota Vikings
Entered 11-5 Now 11-6 L
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