Game story
In Week 2 of the 2017 NFL season on 2017-09-17, the Seattle Seahawks took care of business against the San Francisco 49ers, pulling away with a 12–9 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 9 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) paced the passing game, with +0.82 total EPA, and -3.6% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, T. Lockett (Seattle Seahawks) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +2.65 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+18.4% win probability) landed in the second quarter when San Francisco 49ers changed the game: (:42) (Shotgun) 28-C.Hyde left tackle pushed ob at SEA 43 for 27 yards (25-R.Sherman). PENALTY on SEA-56-C.Avril, Face Mask (15 Yards), 15 yards, enforced at SEA 43.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q4 | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco 49ers | 0 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Seattle Seahawks | 6 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 T. Lockett · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +2.65 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.29 EPA/play
- 2 A. Darboh · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +2.45 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.45 EPA/play
- 3 C. Hyde · San Francisco 49ers · Rushing · +1.97 total EPA · 16 snaps · +0.12 EPA/play
- 4 P. Richardson · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +1.54 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.31 EPA/play
- 5 M. Breida · San Francisco 49ers · Rushing · +1.43 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.36 EPA/play
- 6 R. Wilson · Seattle Seahawks · Passing · +0.82 total EPA · 48 snaps · +0.02 EPA/play
- 7 D. Baldwin · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +0.65 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.07 EPA/play
- 8 L. Willson · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +0.35 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.12 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 (+2.65) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Seattle Seahawks's efficiency. Across 9 counted snaps, they averaged +0.29 EPA per play.
The signature play (-5.42 EPA) came from San Francisco 49ers: (5:39) (Shotgun) 2-B.Hoyer pass short middle intended for 28-C.Hyde INTERCEPTED by 54-B.Wagner at SF 43. 54-B.Wagner to SF 36 for 7 yards (11-M.Goodwin). FUMBLES (11-M.Goodwin), recovered by SEA-25-R.Sherman at SF 36. 25
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Seattle Seahawks — P. Richardson (R. Wilson pass)
Field goals
- Seattle Seahawks — B. Walsh
- Seattle Seahawks — B. Walsh
- San Francisco 49ers — R. Gould
- San Francisco 49ers — R. Gould
- San Francisco 49ers — R. Gould
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 6–0. Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the SF 7 (Q1 53:41) — (8:41) 7-B.Walsh 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-9-J.Ryan.; Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the SF 9 (Q1 45:53) — (:53) 7-B.Walsh 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-9-J.Ryan..
The second quarter: San Francisco 49ers won the period 6–0. San Francisco 49ers connected on a field goal from the SEA 22 (Q2 32:00) — (2:00) 9-R.Gould 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-86-K.Nelson, Holder-5-B.Pinion.; San Francisco 49ers connected on a field goal from the SEA 19 (Q2 30:22) — (:22) 9-R.Gould 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-86-K.Nelson, Holder-5-B.Pinion..
The fourth quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 6–3. San Francisco 49ers connected on a field goal from the SEA 16 (Q4 11:40) — (11:40) 9-R.Gould 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-86-K.Nelson, Holder-5-B.Pinion.; Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the SF 9 (Q4 7:13) — (7:13) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass short left to 10-P.Richardson for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN [99-D.Buckner]..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- San Francisco 49ers (Q2 30:42) — (:42) (Shotgun) 28-C.Hyde left tackle pushed ob at SEA 43 for 27 yards (25-R.Sherman). PENALTY on SEA-56-C.Avril, Face Mask (15 Yards), 15 yards, enforced at SEA 43.
- San Francisco 49ers (Q1 50:39) — (5:39) (Shotgun) 2-B.Hoyer pass short middle intended for 28-C.Hyde INTERCEPTED by 54-B.Wagner at SF 43. 54-B.Wagner to SF 36 for 7 yards (11-M.Goodwin). FUMBLES (11-M.Goodwin), recovered by SEA-25-R.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 7:13) — (7:13) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass short left to 10-P.Richardson for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN [99-D.Buckner].
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 2:38) — (2:38) 32-C.Carson right end to SF 47 for 16 yards (29-J.Tartt).
- Seattle Seahawks (Q1 55:53) — (10:53) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson left end ran ob at SF 32 for 9 yards (29-J.Tartt).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- San Francisco 49ers (Q1 50:39) — (5:39) (Shotgun) 2-B.Hoyer pass short middle intended for 28-C.Hyde INTERCEPTED by 54-B.Wagner at SF 43. 54-B.Wagner to SF 36 for 7 yards (11-M.Goodwin). FUMBLES (11-M.Goodwin), recovered by SEA-25-R.
- San Francisco 49ers (Q2 33:54) — (3:54) 28-C.Hyde left tackle pushed ob at SEA 22 for 61 yards (20-J.Lane).
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 7:13) — (7:13) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass short left to 10-P.Richardson for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN [99-D.Buckner].
- San Francisco 49ers (Q2 30:42) — (:42) (Shotgun) 28-C.Hyde left tackle pushed ob at SEA 43 for 27 yards (25-R.Sherman). PENALTY on SEA-56-C.Avril, Face Mask (15 Yards), 15 yards, enforced at SEA 43.
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) · 48 dropbacks · 47.9% completion · -3.6% CPOE · +0.02 EPA/play · +0.82 total EPA
- B.Hoyer (San Francisco 49ers) · 29 dropbacks · 51.7% completion · -13.8% CPOE · -0.55 EPA/play · -15.91 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | San Francisco 49ers | Seattle Seahawks |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.124 | -0.064 |
| Offensive success rate | 37.3% | 34.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.549 | +0.017 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.170 | -0.136 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.064 | +0.124 |
| Defensive success rate | 65.3% | 62.7% |
By the numbers
Seattle Seahawks held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.06 vs -0.12), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Seattle Seahawks: 12 drives, -6.25 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- San Francisco 49ers: 11 drives, -8.30 total EPA, 3 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.
- T. Lockett (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.
- B. Hoyer (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 FG (+3) — Q1 53:41 · SF 7 · Score 0-3
(8:41) 7-B.Walsh 25 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q1 45:53 · SF 9 · Score 0-6
(:53) 7-B.Walsh 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - San Francisco 49ers FG (+3) — Q2 32:00 · SEA 22 · Score 3-6
(2:00) 9-R.Gould 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-86-K.Nelson, Holder-5-B.Pinion. - San Francisco 49ers FG (+3) — Q2 30:22 · SEA 19 · Score 6-6
(:22) 9-R.Gould 37 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-86-K.Nelson, Holder-5-B.Pinion. - San Francisco 49ers FG (+3) — Q4 11:40 · SEA 16 · Score 9-6
(11:40) 9-R.Gould 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-86-K.Nelson, Holder-5-B.Pinion. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q4 7:13 · SF 9 · Score 9-12
(7:13) (Shotgun) 3-R.Wilson pass short left to 10-P.Richardson for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN [99-D.Buckner].
Frequently asked questions
Who won San Francisco 49ers vs Seattle Seahawks?
The Seattle Seahawks beat the San Francisco 49ers 12-9 in Week 2, 2017 on 2017-09-17.
What was the final score of San Francisco 49ers vs Seattle Seahawks?
The final score was San Francisco 49ers 9, Seattle Seahawks 12 (SF 9-12 SEA) in Week 2, 2017 on 2017-09-17.
What was the score by quarter in San Francisco 49ers vs Seattle Seahawks?
Q1: San Francisco 49ers 0, Seattle Seahawks 6; Q2: San Francisco 49ers 6, Seattle Seahawks 0; Q4: San Francisco 49ers 3, Seattle Seahawks 6; Final: San Francisco 49ers 9, Seattle Seahawks 12.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in San Francisco 49ers vs Seattle Seahawks?
Seattle Seahawks touchdown — P. Richardson (R. Wilson pass) (Q4 7:13) Seattle Seahawks field goal — B. Walsh (Q1 53:41, 3 pts) Seattle Seahawks field goal — B. Walsh (Q1 45:53, 3 pts) San Francisco 49ers field goal — R. Gould (Q2 32:00, 3 pts) San Francisco 49ers field goal — R. Gould (Q2 30:22, 3 pts) San Francisco 49ers field goal — R. Gould (Q4 11:40, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in San Francisco 49ers vs Seattle Seahawks?
R. Wilson (Seattle Seahawks), 47.9% completion, -3.6% CPOE, +0.02 EPA per dropback, +0.82 total passing EPA. B. Hoyer (San Francisco 49ers), 51.7% completion, -13.8% CPOE, -0.55 EPA per dropback, -15.91 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in San Francisco 49ers vs Seattle Seahawks?
T. Lockett (Seattle Seahawks) led the game in total EPA with +2.65 on receiving plays. across 9 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-5.42 EPA): (5:39) (Shotgun) 2-B.Hoyer pass short middle intended for 28-C.Hyde INTERCEPTED by 54-B.Wagner at SF 43. 54-B.Wagner to SF 36 for 7 yards (11-M.Goodwin). FUMBLES (11-M.Goodwin), re. The biggest win-probability swing was +18.4%.
Was San Francisco 49ers vs Seattle Seahawks a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Seattle Seahawks won 12-9 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
San Francisco 49ers
Entered 0-1 Now 0-2 L
Seattle Seahawks
Entered 0-1 Now 1-1 W
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