Game story
In Week 2 of the 2011 NFL season on 2011-09-18, the Pittsburgh Steelers took care of business against the Seattle Seahawks, pulling away with a 24–0 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.
B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) paced the passing game, with +15.23 total EPA, and +12.9% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +15.23 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+11.0% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Pittsburgh Steelers changed the game: (12:19) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass incomplete deep left to 17-M.Wallace. PENALTY on SEA-39-B.Browner, Defensive Pass Interference, 39 yards, enforced at SEA 40 - No Play.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Seahawks | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 7 | 10 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 B. Roethlisberger · Pittsburgh Steelers · Passing · +15.23 total EPA · 37 snaps · +0.41 EPA/play
- 2 M. Wallace · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +9.06 total EPA · 9 snaps · +1.01 EPA/play
- 3 K. Durham · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +3.45 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.15 EPA/play
- 4 A. Brown · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +3.18 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.53 EPA/play
- 5 E. Sanders · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +2.97 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.99 EPA/play
- 6 M. Moore · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +1.43 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.43 EPA/play
- 7 J. Forsett · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +1.42 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.47 EPA/play
- 8 H. Miller · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +1.29 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.43 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
B. Roethlisberger — PIT · Passing
B. Roethlisberger posted the highest total EPA (+15.23) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Pittsburgh Steelers's efficiency. Across 37 counted snaps, they averaged +0.41 EPA per play.
The signature play (+4.42 EPA) came from Pittsburgh Steelers: (1:52) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass deep left to 17-M.Wallace to SEA 20 for 53 yards (29-E.Thomas).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Pittsburgh Steelers — R. Mendenhall
- Pittsburgh Steelers — I. Redman
- Pittsburgh Steelers — M. Wallace (B. Roethlisberger pass)
Field goals
- Pittsburgh Steelers — S. Suisham
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 7–0. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the SEA 1 (Q1 48:32) — (3:32) 34-R.Mendenhall right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the SEA 2 (Q1 48:28) — 6-S.Suisham extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-9-D.Sepulveda..
The second quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 10–0. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the SEA 20 (Q2 42:48) — (12:48) (Shotgun) 33-I.Redman right guard for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the SEA 2 (Q2 42:41) — 6-S.Suisham extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-9-D.Sepulveda.; Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the SEA 2 (Q2 31:56) — (1:56) 6-S.Suisham 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-9-D.Sepulveda..
The third quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 7–0. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the SEA 2 (Q3 18:36) — (3:36) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass short left to 17-M.Wallace for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the SEA 2 (Q3 18:30) — 6-S.Suisham extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-9-D.Sepulveda..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 57:19) — (12:19) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass incomplete deep left to 17-M.Wallace. PENALTY on SEA-39-B.Browner, Defensive Pass Interference, 39 yards, enforced at SEA 40 - No Play.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 55:11) — (10:11) #64 Legursky reports as eligible receiver. 34-R.Mendenhall left guard to SEA 1 for no gain (29-E.Thomas). Pittsburgh challenged the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. (Tim
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 51:57) — (6:57) 34-R.Mendenhall right guard to SEA 36 for 9 yards (31-K.Chancellor).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q2 42:48) — (12:48) (Shotgun) 33-I.Redman right guard for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 56:31) — (11:31) 7-B.Roethlisberger sacked at SEA 8 for -7 yards (27-A.Bigby).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q3 16:52) — (1:52) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass deep left to 17-M.Wallace to SEA 20 for 53 yards (29-E.Thomas).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 57:19) — (12:19) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass incomplete deep left to 17-M.Wallace. PENALTY on SEA-39-B.Browner, Defensive Pass Interference, 39 yards, enforced at SEA 40 - No Play.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 8:28) — (8:28) (Shotgun) 7-T.Jackson sacked at PIT 35 for -4 yards (92-J.Harrison).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q4 14:14) — (14:14) (Field Goal formation) 6-S.Suisham 41 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-9-D.Sepulveda.
Quarterback report card
B.Roethlisberger led all passers in efficiency for Pittsburgh Steelers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- B.Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) · 37 dropbacks · 59.5% completion · +12.9% CPOE · +0.41 EPA/play · +15.23 total EPA
- T.Jackson (Seattle Seahawks) · 37 dropbacks · 54.1% completion · +4.9% CPOE · -0.25 EPA/play · -9.15 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Seattle Seahawks | Pittsburgh Steelers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.222 | +0.125 |
| Offensive success rate | 40.6% | 47.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.247 | +0.426 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.477 | -0.123 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.125 | +0.222 |
| Defensive success rate | 53.0% | 59.4% |
By the numbers
Pittsburgh Steelers held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.12 vs -0.22), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Pittsburgh Steelers: 10 drives, +10.40 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Seattle Seahawks: 10 drives, -14.20 total EPA, 0 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Pittsburgh Steelers leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- B. Roethlisberger (PIT) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
- T. Jackson (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.
- Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q1 48:32 · SEA 1 · Score 0-6
(3:32) 34-R.Mendenhall right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q1 48:28 · SEA 2 · Score 0-7
6-S.Suisham extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-9-D.Sepulveda. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q2 42:48 · SEA 20 · Score 0-13
(12:48) (Shotgun) 33-I.Redman right guard for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q2 42:41 · SEA 2 · Score 0-14
6-S.Suisham extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-9-D.Sepulveda. - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q2 31:56 · SEA 2 · Score 0-17
(1:56) 6-S.Suisham 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-9-D.Sepulveda. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q3 18:36 · SEA 2 · Score 0-23
(3:36) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass short left to 17-M.Wallace for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q3 18:30 · SEA 2 · Score 0-24
6-S.Suisham extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-9-D.Sepulveda.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Seattle Seahawks vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Seattle Seahawks 24-0 in Week 2, 2011 on 2011-09-18.
What was the final score of Seattle Seahawks vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The final score was Seattle Seahawks 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 24 (SEA 0-24 PIT) in Week 2, 2011 on 2011-09-18.
What was the score by quarter in Seattle Seahawks vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Q1: Seattle Seahawks 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 7; Q2: Seattle Seahawks 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 10; Q3: Seattle Seahawks 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 7; Final: Seattle Seahawks 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 24.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Seattle Seahawks vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — R. Mendenhall (Q1 48:32) Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — I. Redman (Q2 42:48) Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — M. Wallace (B. Roethlisberger pass) (Q3 18:36) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — S. Suisham (Q2 31:56, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Seattle Seahawks vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers), 59.5% completion, +12.9% CPOE, +0.41 EPA per dropback, +15.23 total passing EPA. T. Jackson (Seattle Seahawks), 54.1% completion, +4.9% CPOE, -0.25 EPA per dropback, -9.15 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Seattle Seahawks vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) led the game in total EPA with +15.23 on passing plays. across 37 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+4.42 EPA): (1:52) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass deep left to 17-M.Wallace to SEA 20 for 53 yards (29-E.Thomas).. The biggest win-probability swing was +11.0%.
Season records after this game
Seattle Seahawks
Entered 0-1 Now 0-2 L
Pittsburgh Steelers
Entered 0-1 Now 1-1 W
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