Game story
In Week 4 of the 2003 NFL season on 2003-09-28, the Tennessee Titans took care of business against the Pittsburgh Steelers, pulling away with a 30–13 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 26 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
T. Maddox (Pittsburgh Steelers) paced the passing game, with -7.75 total EPA.
On the individual side, S. McNair (Tennessee Titans) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +13.83 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-23.5% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Pittsburgh Steelers changed the game: (1:03) (Shotgun) 8-T.Maddox pass intended for 80-P.Burress INTERCEPTED by 21-S.Rolle at 50. 21-S.Rolle to PIT 1 for 49 yards (21-A.Zereoue). Play Challenged by Review Assistant and Upheld.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Titans | 0 | 16 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 30 |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 S. McNair · Tennessee Titans · Passing · +13.83 total EPA · 17 snaps · +0.81 EPA/play
- 2 J. McCareins · Tennessee Titans · Receiving · +11.05 total EPA · 5 snaps · +2.21 EPA/play
- 3 P. Burress · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +6.24 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.56 EPA/play
- 4 D. Bennett · Tennessee Titans · Receiving · +5.62 total EPA · 2 snaps · +2.81 EPA/play
- 5 C. Doering · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +4.50 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.50 EPA/play
- 6 H. Ward · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +4.31 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.48 EPA/play
- 7 J. Riemersma · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +3.47 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.16 EPA/play
- 8 A. Randle El · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +2.11 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.42 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
S. McNair — TEN · Passing
S. McNair posted the highest total EPA (+13.83) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Tennessee Titans's efficiency. Across 17 counted snaps, they averaged +0.81 EPA per play.
The signature play (-10.15 EPA) came from Pittsburgh Steelers: (12:58) 8-T.Maddox pass intended for 85-J.Riemersma INTERCEPTED by 50-R.Boiman (25-Ta.Williams) at TEN 40. 50-R.Boiman for 60 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Pittsburgh Steelers — A. Zereoue
- Tennessee Titans — D. Bennett (S. McNair pass)
- Tennessee Titans — E. Kinney (S. McNair pass)
- Tennessee Titans — J. McCareins (S. McNair pass)
- Tennessee Titans — R. Boiman
Field goals
- Pittsburgh Steelers — J. Reed
- Pittsburgh Steelers — J. Reed
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 3–0. Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the TEN 8 (Q1 50:47) — (5:47) 3-J.Reed 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-8-T.Maddox..
The second quarter: Tennessee Titans won the period 16–10. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the TEN 5 (Q2 44:00) — (14:00) 21-A.Zereoue left end for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the TEN 2 (Q2 43:53) — 3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-8-T.Maddox.; Tennessee Titans registered a safety from the TEN 95 (Q2 40:10); Tennessee Titans found the end zone from the PIT 10 (Q2 37:57) — (7:57) 9-S.McNair pass to 83-D.Bennett for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Tennessee Titans added 1 points from the PIT 2 (Q2 37:51) — 1-G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-67-T.Ackerman, Holder-15-C.Hentrich.; Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the TEN 5 (Q2 32:44) — (2:44) 3-J.Reed 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-8-T.Maddox.; Tennessee Titans found the end zone from the PIT 1 (Q2 30:30) — (:30) 9-S.McNair pass to 88-E.Kinney for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Tennessee Titans added 1 points from the PIT 2 (Q2 30:26) — 1-G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-67-T.Ackerman, Holder-15-C.Hentrich..
The third quarter: Tennessee Titans won the period 7–0. Tennessee Titans found the end zone from the PIT 29 (Q3 19:39) — (4:39) (Shotgun) 9-S.McNair pass to 86-J.McCareins for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Tennessee Titans added 1 points from the PIT 2 (Q3 19:33) — 1-G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-67-T.Ackerman, Holder-15-C.Hentrich..
The fourth quarter: Tennessee Titans won the period 7–0. Tennessee Titans found the end zone from the TEN 41 (Q4 12:58); Tennessee Titans added 1 points from the PIT 2 (Q4 12:46) — 1-G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-67-T.Ackerman, Holder-15-C.Hentrich..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q2 31:03) — (1:03) (Shotgun) 8-T.Maddox pass intended for 80-P.Burress INTERCEPTED by 21-S.Rolle at 50. 21-S.Rolle to PIT 1 for 49 yards (21-A.Zereoue). Play Challenged by Review Assistant and Upheld.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q4 12:58) — (12:58) 8-T.Maddox pass intended for 85-J.Riemersma INTERCEPTED by 50-R.Boiman (25-Ta.Williams) at TEN 40. 50-R.Boiman for 60 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Tennessee Titans (Q3 19:39) — (4:39) (Shotgun) 9-S.McNair pass to 86-J.McCareins for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q3 26:16) — (11:16) 8-T.Maddox pass to 80-P.Burress to TEN 12 for 38 yards (21-S.Rolle). Play Challenged by TEN and Upheld. (Timeout #1 by TEN.)
- Tennessee Titans (Q2 30:30) — (:30) 9-S.McNair pass to 88-E.Kinney for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q4 12:58) — (12:58) 8-T.Maddox pass intended for 85-J.Riemersma INTERCEPTED by 50-R.Boiman (25-Ta.Williams) at TEN 40. 50-R.Boiman for 60 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q2 31:03) — (1:03) (Shotgun) 8-T.Maddox pass intended for 80-P.Burress INTERCEPTED by 21-S.Rolle at 50. 21-S.Rolle to PIT 1 for 49 yards (21-A.Zereoue). Play Challenged by Review Assistant and Upheld.
- Tennessee Titans (Q3 19:39) — (4:39) (Shotgun) 9-S.McNair pass to 86-J.McCareins for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 54:17) — (9:17) (Shotgun) 8-T.Maddox pass to 80-P.Burress to TEN 27 for 11 yards (21-S.Rolle).
Quarterback report card
T.Maddox led all passers in efficiency for Pittsburgh Steelers, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- T.Maddox (Pittsburgh Steelers) · 58 dropbacks · 53.4% completion · -0.13 EPA/play · -7.75 total EPA
- S.McNair (Tennessee Titans) · 17 dropbacks · 88.2% completion · +0.81 EPA/play · +13.83 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Tennessee Titans | Pittsburgh Steelers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.111 | -0.138 |
| Offensive success rate | 42.6% | 45.9% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.773 | -0.134 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.415 | -0.331 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.138 | -0.111 |
| Defensive success rate | 54.1% | 57.4% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Tennessee Titans generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.11 vs -0.14), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Pittsburgh Steelers: 12 drives, -13.49 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Tennessee Titans: 12 drives, +6.79 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Tennessee Titans leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- S. McNair (Tennessee Titans) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q1 50:47 · TEN 8 · Score 0-3
(5:47) 3-J.Reed 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-8-T.Maddox. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q2 44:00 · TEN 5 · Score 0-9
(14:00) 21-A.Zereoue left end for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q2 43:53 · TEN 2 · Score 0-10
3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-8-T.Maddox. - Tennessee Titans Safety (+2) — Q2 40:10 · TEN 95 · Score 2-10
(10:10) 8-T.Maddox sacked at PIT 1 for -4 yards (50-R.Boiman). Play Challenged by TEN and REVERSED. 8-T.Maddox sacked in End Zone for -5 yards, SAFETY (50-R.Boi - Tennessee Titans TD (+6) — Q2 37:57 · PIT 10 · Score 8-10
(7:57) 9-S.McNair pass to 83-D.Bennett for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Tennessee Titans XP (+1) — Q2 37:51 · PIT 2 · Score 9-10
1-G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-67-T.Ackerman, Holder-15-C.Hentrich. - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q2 32:44 · TEN 5 · Score 9-13
(2:44) 3-J.Reed 23 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-8-T.Maddox. - Tennessee Titans TD (+6) — Q2 30:30 · PIT 1 · Score 15-13
(:30) 9-S.McNair pass to 88-E.Kinney for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Tennessee Titans XP (+1) — Q2 30:26 · PIT 2 · Score 16-13
1-G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-67-T.Ackerman, Holder-15-C.Hentrich. - Tennessee Titans TD (+6) — Q3 19:39 · PIT 29 · Score 22-13
(4:39) (Shotgun) 9-S.McNair pass to 86-J.McCareins for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Tennessee Titans XP (+1) — Q3 19:33 · PIT 2 · Score 23-13
1-G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-67-T.Ackerman, Holder-15-C.Hentrich. - Tennessee Titans TD (+6) — Q4 12:58 · TEN 41 · Score 29-13
(12:58) 8-T.Maddox pass intended for 85-J.Riemersma INTERCEPTED by 50-R.Boiman (25-Ta.Williams) at TEN 40. 50-R.Boiman for 60 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Tennessee Titans XP (+1) — Q4 12:46 · PIT 2 · Score 30-13
1-G.Anderson extra point is GOOD, Center-67-T.Ackerman, Holder-15-C.Hentrich.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Tennessee Titans vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The Tennessee Titans beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 30-13 in Week 4, 2003 on 2003-09-28.
What was the final score of Tennessee Titans vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The final score was Tennessee Titans 30, Pittsburgh Steelers 13 (TEN 30-13 PIT) in Week 4, 2003 on 2003-09-28.
What was the score by quarter in Tennessee Titans vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Q1: Tennessee Titans 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 3; Q2: Tennessee Titans 16, Pittsburgh Steelers 10; Q3: Tennessee Titans 7, Pittsburgh Steelers 0; Q4: Tennessee Titans 7, Pittsburgh Steelers 0; Final: Tennessee Titans 30, Pittsburgh Steelers 13.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Tennessee Titans vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — A. Zereoue (Q2 44:00) Tennessee Titans touchdown — D. Bennett (S. McNair pass) (Q2 37:57) Tennessee Titans touchdown — E. Kinney (S. McNair pass) (Q2 30:30) Tennessee Titans touchdown — J. McCareins (S. McNair pass) (Q3 19:39) Tennessee Titans touchdown — R. Boiman (Q4 12:58) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — J. Reed (Q1 50:47, 3 pts) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — J. Reed (Q2 32:44, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Tennessee Titans vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
T. Maddox (Pittsburgh Steelers), 53.4% completion, -0.13 EPA per dropback, -7.75 total passing EPA. S. McNair (Tennessee Titans), 88.2% completion, +0.81 EPA per dropback, +13.83 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Tennessee Titans vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
S. McNair (Tennessee Titans) led the game in total EPA with +13.83 on passing plays. across 17 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-10.15 EPA): (12:58) 8-T.Maddox pass intended for 85-J.Riemersma INTERCEPTED by 50-R.Boiman (25-Ta.Williams) at TEN 40. 50-R.Boiman for 60 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -23.5%.
Season records after this game
Tennessee Titans
Entered 2-1 Now 3-1 W
Pittsburgh Steelers
Entered 2-1 Now 2-2 L
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