Game story
In Week 15 of the 2013 NFL season on 2013-12-15, the Seattle Seahawks took care of business against the New York Giants, pulling away with a 23–0 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) paced the passing game, with +5.12 total EPA, and +10.6% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +5.12 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-10.1% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when New York Giants changed the game: (:16) 10-E.Manning pass deep left intended for 80-V.Cruz INTERCEPTED by 41-B.Maxwell at SEA 35. 41-B.Maxwell pushed ob at SEA 33 for -2 yards (80-V.Cruz).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Seahawks | 3 | 10 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 23 |
| New York Giants | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 R. Wilson · Seattle Seahawks · Passing · +5.12 total EPA · 39 snaps · +0.13 EPA/play
- 2 D. Baldwin · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +4.84 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.69 EPA/play
- 3 M. Lynch · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +3.60 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.60 EPA/play
- 4 B. Myers · New York Giants · Receiving · +3.04 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.01 EPA/play
- 5 J. Jernigan · New York Giants · Receiving · +2.96 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.37 EPA/play
- 6 J. Kearse · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +2.25 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.75 EPA/play
- 7 L. Willson · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +2.19 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.10 EPA/play
- 8 P. Hillis · New York Giants · Receiving · +0.88 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.44 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 (+5.12) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Seattle Seahawks's efficiency. Across 39 counted snaps, they averaged +0.13 EPA per play.
The signature play (-5.28 EPA) came from New York Giants: (15:00) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass short middle intended for 88-H.Nicks INTERCEPTED by 41-B.Maxwell at NYG 22. 41-B.Maxwell to NYG 16 for 6 yards (44-P.Hillis).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Seattle Seahawks — M. Lynch
- Seattle Seahawks — D. Baldwin (R. Wilson pass)
Field goals
- Seattle Seahawks — S. Hauschka
- Seattle Seahawks — S. Hauschka
- 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 3–0. Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the NYG 31 (Q1 53:38) — (8:38) 4-S.Hauschka 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan..
The second quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 10–0. Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the NYG 2 (Q2 35:39); Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q2 35:30) — 4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan.; Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the NYG 26 (Q2 30:07) — (:07) 4-S.Hauschka 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan..
The third quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 3–0. Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the NYG 6 (Q3 23:50) — (8:50) 4-S.Hauschka 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan..
The fourth quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 7–0. Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the NYG 12 (Q4 12:21); Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the NYG 2 (Q4 12:13) — 4-S.Hauschka extra point 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.
- New York Giants (Q1 45:16) — (:16) 10-E.Manning pass deep left intended for 80-V.Cruz INTERCEPTED by 41-B.Maxwell at SEA 35. 41-B.Maxwell pushed ob at SEA 33 for -2 yards (80-V.Cruz).
- Seattle Seahawks (Q2 44:05) — (14:05) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson sacked at SEA 31 for -5 yards (sack split by 99-C.Jenkins and 91-J.Tuck).
- Seattle Seahawks (Q1 53:38) — (8:38) 4-S.Hauschka 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan.
- New York Giants (Q2 39:13) — (9:13) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right intended for 88-H.Nicks INTERCEPTED by 25-R.Sherman at SEA 38. 25-R.Sherman to SEA 38 for no gain (88-H.Nicks).
- Seattle Seahawks (Q2 35:39) — (5:39) 24-M.Lynch right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Assistant challenged the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- New York Giants (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass short middle intended for 88-H.Nicks INTERCEPTED by 41-B.Maxwell at NYG 22. 41-B.Maxwell to NYG 16 for 6 yards (44-P.Hillis).
- New York Giants (Q4 4:24) — (4:24) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass deep right intended for 88-H.Nicks INTERCEPTED by 29-E.Thomas (25-R.Sherman) at SEA -4. Touchback.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 12:21) — (12:21) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass short right to 89-D.Baldwin for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Assistant challenged the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld.
- New York Giants (Q1 45:16) — (:16) 10-E.Manning pass deep left intended for 80-V.Cruz INTERCEPTED by 41-B.Maxwell at SEA 35. 41-B.Maxwell pushed ob at SEA 33 for -2 yards (80-V.Cruz).
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) · 39 dropbacks · 46.2% completion · +10.6% CPOE · +0.13 EPA/play · +5.12 total EPA
- E.Manning (New York Giants) · 34 dropbacks · 52.9% completion · -3.4% CPOE · -0.58 EPA/play · -19.59 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Seattle Seahawks | New York Giants |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.005 | -0.377 |
| Offensive success rate | 43.7% | 33.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.134 | -0.516 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.123 | -0.484 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.377 | +0.005 |
| Defensive success rate | 66.7% | 56.3% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Seattle Seahawks generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.01 vs -0.38), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- New York Giants: 14 drives, -27.12 total EPA, 0 scoring drives
- Seattle Seahawks: 13 drives, -0.40 total EPA, 5 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.
- R. Wilson (SEA) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
- E. Manning (NYG) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q1 53:38 · NYG 31 · Score 3-0
(8:38) 4-S.Hauschka 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q2 35:39 · NYG 2 · Score 9-0
(5:39) 24-M.Lynch right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Assistant challenged the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q2 35:30 · NYG 2 · Score 10-0
4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q2 30:07 · NYG 26 · Score 13-0
(:07) 4-S.Hauschka 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q3 23:50 · NYG 6 · Score 16-0
(8:50) 4-S.Hauschka 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q4 12:21 · NYG 12 · Score 22-0
(12:21) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass short right to 89-D.Baldwin for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Assistant challenged the runner broke the plane ruling, and th - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q4 12:13 · NYG 2 · Score 23-0
4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Seattle Seahawks vs New York Giants?
The Seattle Seahawks beat the New York Giants 23-0 in Week 15, 2013 on 2013-12-15.
What was the final score of Seattle Seahawks vs New York Giants?
The final score was Seattle Seahawks 23, New York Giants 0 (SEA 23-0 NYG) in Week 15, 2013 on 2013-12-15.
What was the score by quarter in Seattle Seahawks vs New York Giants?
Q1: Seattle Seahawks 3, New York Giants 0; Q2: Seattle Seahawks 10, New York Giants 0; Q3: Seattle Seahawks 3, New York Giants 0; Q4: Seattle Seahawks 7, New York Giants 0; Final: Seattle Seahawks 23, New York Giants 0.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Seattle Seahawks vs New York Giants?
Seattle Seahawks touchdown — M. Lynch (Q2 35:39) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — D. Baldwin (R. Wilson pass) (Q4 12:21) Seattle Seahawks field goal — S. Hauschka (Q1 53:38, 3 pts) Seattle Seahawks field goal — S. Hauschka (Q2 30:07, 3 pts) Seattle Seahawks field goal — S. Hauschka (Q3 23:50, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Seattle Seahawks vs New York Giants?
R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks), 46.2% completion, +10.6% CPOE, +0.13 EPA per dropback, +5.12 total passing EPA. E. Manning (New York Giants), 52.9% completion, -3.4% CPOE, -0.58 EPA per dropback, -19.59 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Seattle Seahawks vs New York Giants?
R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) led the game in total EPA with +5.12 on passing plays. across 39 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-5.28 EPA): (15:00) (Shotgun) 10-E.Manning pass short middle intended for 88-H.Nicks INTERCEPTED by 41-B.Maxwell at NYG 22. 41-B.Maxwell to NYG 16 for 6 yards (44-P.Hillis).. The biggest win-probability swing was -10.1%.
Season records after this game
Seattle Seahawks
Entered 11-2 Now 12-2 W
New York Giants
Entered 5-8 Now 5-9 L
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