Game story
In Week 7 of the 2015 NFL season on 2015-10-22, the Seattle Seahawks took care of business against the San Francisco 49ers, pulling away with a 20–3 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 +4.42 total EPA, and +12.8% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, T. Lockett (Seattle Seahawks) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +6.63 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+6.6% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Seattle Seahawks changed the game: (8:49) 24-M.Lynch up the middle to SF 1 for 2 yards (95-C.Carradine).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Seahawks | 7 | 10 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 20 |
| San Francisco 49ers | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 T. Lockett · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +6.63 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.33 EPA/play
- 2 J. Kearse · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +4.54 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.14 EPA/play
- 3 R. Wilson · Seattle Seahawks · Passing · +4.42 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.14 EPA/play
- 4 V. Davis · San Francisco 49ers · Receiving · +4.25 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.71 EPA/play
- 5 F. Jackson · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +1.84 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.46 EPA/play
- 6 M. Lynch · Seattle Seahawks · Rushing · +1.51 total EPA · 28 snaps · +0.05 EPA/play
- 7 R. Wilson · Seattle Seahawks · Rushing · +1.04 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.26 EPA/play
- 8 G. Celek · San Francisco 49ers · Receiving · +0.57 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.57 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
T. Lockett — SEA · Receiving
T. Lockett posted the highest total EPA (+6.63) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Seattle Seahawks's efficiency. Across 5 counted snaps, they averaged +1.33 EPA per play.
The signature play (+4.38 EPA) came from Seattle Seahawks: (2:53) 3-R.Wilson pass deep left to 16-T.Lockett for 43 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 — M. Lynch
- Seattle Seahawks — T. Lockett (R. Wilson pass)
Field goals
- Seattle Seahawks — S. Hauschka
- San Francisco 49ers — P. Dawson
- 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 SF 1 (Q1 52:05) — (7:05) 24-M.Lynch up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the SF 15 (Q1 52:01) — 4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan..
The second quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 10–0. Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the SF 31 (Q2 39:43) — (9:43) 4-S.Hauschka 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan.; Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the SF 43 (Q2 32:53) — (2:53) 3-R.Wilson pass deep left to 16-T.Lockett for 43 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the SF 15 (Q2 32:44) — 4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan..
The third quarter: San Francisco 49ers won the period 3–0. San Francisco 49ers connected on a field goal from the SEA 17 (Q3 16:26) — (1:26) 9-P.Dawson 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-86-K.Nelson, Holder-5-B.Pinion..
The fourth quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 3–0. Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the SF 28 (Q4 9:29) — (9:29) 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.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q1 53:49) — (8:49) 24-M.Lynch up the middle to SF 1 for 2 yards (95-C.Carradine).
- Seattle Seahawks (Q1 58:04) — (13:04) 24-M.Lynch up the middle to SF 39 for 17 yards (41-A.Bethea).
- Seattle Seahawks (Q2 33:22) — (3:22) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass short right to 89-D.Baldwin to SEA 42 for 15 yards (41-A.Bethea). PENALTY on SF-41-A.Bethea, Face Mask (15 Yards), 15 yards, enforced at SEA 42. Caught at SEA 42. 7-yd
- Seattle Seahawks (Q1 52:05) — (7:05) 24-M.Lynch up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q2 30:52) — (:52) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep right intended for 89-D.Baldwin INTERCEPTED by 26-T.Brock at SF -5. Touchback (13-C.Matthews).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q2 32:53) — (2:53) 3-R.Wilson pass deep left to 16-T.Lockett for 43 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q2 30:52) — (:52) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass deep right intended for 89-D.Baldwin INTERCEPTED by 26-T.Brock at SF -5. Touchback (13-C.Matthews).
- San Francisco 49ers (Q3 18:54) — (3:54) (Shotgun) 7-C.Kaepernick pass deep left to 85-V.Davis to SF 48 for 27 yards (26-C.Williams, 29-E.Thomas). SEA-26-C.Williams was injured during the play. His return is Probable. Caught at SF 37.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q1 53:49) — (8:49) 24-M.Lynch up the middle to SF 1 for 2 yards (95-C.Carradine).
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 · 56.2% completion · +12.8% CPOE · +0.14 EPA/play · +4.42 total EPA
- C.Kaepernick (San Francisco 49ers) · 30 dropbacks · 43.3% completion · -11.8% CPOE · -0.38 EPA/play · -11.31 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Seattle Seahawks | San Francisco 49ers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.091 | -0.212 |
| Offensive success rate | 40.5% | 35.9% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.138 | -0.377 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.008 | -0.244 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.212 | -0.091 |
| Defensive success rate | 64.1% | 59.5% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Seattle Seahawks generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.09 vs -0.21), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Seattle Seahawks: 11 drives, +7.65 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- San Francisco 49ers: 11 drives, -13.57 total EPA, 1 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.
- T. Lockett (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.
- C. Kaepernick (SF) 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 TD (+6) — Q1 52:05 · SF 1 · Score 6-0
(7:05) 24-M.Lynch up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q1 52:01 · SF 15 · Score 7-0
4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q2 39:43 · SF 31 · Score 10-0
(9:43) 4-S.Hauschka 49 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q2 32:53 · SF 43 · Score 16-0
(2:53) 3-R.Wilson pass deep left to 16-T.Lockett for 43 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q2 32:44 · SF 15 · Score 17-0
4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-49-C.Gresham, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - San Francisco 49ers FG (+3) — Q3 16:26 · SEA 17 · Score 17-3
(1:26) 9-P.Dawson 35 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-86-K.Nelson, Holder-5-B.Pinion. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q4 9:29 · SF 28 · Score 20-3
(9:29) 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 San Francisco 49ers?
The Seattle Seahawks beat the San Francisco 49ers 20-3 in Week 7, 2015 on 2015-10-22.
What was the final score of Seattle Seahawks vs San Francisco 49ers?
The final score was Seattle Seahawks 20, San Francisco 49ers 3 (SEA 20-3 SF) in Week 7, 2015 on 2015-10-22.
What was the score by quarter in Seattle Seahawks vs San Francisco 49ers?
Q1: Seattle Seahawks 7, San Francisco 49ers 0; Q2: Seattle Seahawks 10, San Francisco 49ers 0; Q3: Seattle Seahawks 0, San Francisco 49ers 3; Q4: Seattle Seahawks 3, San Francisco 49ers 0; Final: Seattle Seahawks 20, San Francisco 49ers 3.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Seattle Seahawks vs San Francisco 49ers?
Seattle Seahawks touchdown — M. Lynch (Q1 52:05) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — T. Lockett (R. Wilson pass) (Q2 32:53) Seattle Seahawks field goal — S. Hauschka (Q2 39:43, 3 pts) San Francisco 49ers field goal — P. Dawson (Q3 16:26, 3 pts) Seattle Seahawks field goal — S. Hauschka (Q4 9:29, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Seattle Seahawks vs San Francisco 49ers?
R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks), 56.2% completion, +12.8% CPOE, +0.14 EPA per dropback, +4.42 total passing EPA. C. Kaepernick (San Francisco 49ers), 43.3% completion, -11.8% CPOE, -0.38 EPA per dropback, -11.31 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Seattle Seahawks vs San Francisco 49ers?
T. Lockett (Seattle Seahawks) led the game in total EPA with +6.63 on receiving plays. across 5 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+4.38 EPA): (2:53) 3-R.Wilson pass deep left to 16-T.Lockett for 43 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was +6.6%.
Season records after this game
Seattle Seahawks
Entered 2-4 Now 3-4 W
San Francisco 49ers
Entered 2-4 Now 2-5 L
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