Game story
In Week 12 of the 2004 NFL season on 2004-11-28, the Pittsburgh Steelers took care of business against the Washington Commanders, pulling away with a 16–7 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
P. Ramsey (Washington Commanders) paced the passing game, with -8.07 total EPA.
On the individual side, C. Cooley (Washington Commanders) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +6.74 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-13.1% win probability) landed in the opening quarter when Washington Commanders changed the game: (4:28) 19-T.Tupa punts 45 yards to PIT 23, Center-71-E.Albright. 82-A.Randle El to WAS 17 for 60 yards (53-M.Washington).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Commanders | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 3 | 10 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 16 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 C. Cooley · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +6.74 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.96 EPA/play
- 2 V. Haynes · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +3.80 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.90 EPA/play
- 3 H. Ward · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +3.32 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.11 EPA/play
- 4 L. Coles · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +2.73 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.45 EPA/play
- 5 A.Randle El · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +2.37 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.19 EPA/play
- 6 J. Bettis · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +1.88 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.88 EPA/play
- 7 S. Morey · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +1.31 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.31 EPA/play
- 8 R. Gardner · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +1.19 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.19 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
C. Cooley — WAS · Receiving
C. Cooley posted the highest total EPA (+6.74) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Washington Commanders's efficiency. Across 7 counted snaps, they averaged +0.96 EPA per play.
The signature play (+3.98 EPA) came from Washington Commanders: (3:29) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 47-C.Cooley for 2 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 — J. Bettis
- Washington Commanders — C. Cooley (P. Ramsey pass)
Field goals
- Pittsburgh Steelers — J. Reed
- 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 WAS 15 (Q1 47:07) — (2:07) 3-J.Reed 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki..
The second quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 10–0. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the WAS 4 (Q2 41:56) — (11:56) #78 Starks is an eligible receiver 36-J.Bettis up the middle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the WAS 2 (Q2 41:51) — 3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki.; Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the WAS 18 (Q2 34:13) — (4:13) 3-J.Reed 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki..
The third quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 7–0. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the PIT 2 (Q3 18:29) — (3:29) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 47-C.Cooley for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the PIT 2 (Q3 18:23) — 10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-19-T.Tupa..
The fourth quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 3–0. Pittsburgh Steelers connected on a field goal from the WAS 14 (Q4 9:57) — (9:57) 3-J.Reed 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Washington Commanders (Q1 49:28) — (4:28) 19-T.Tupa punts 45 yards to PIT 23, Center-71-E.Albright. 82-A.Randle El to WAS 17 for 60 yards (53-M.Washington).
- Washington Commanders (Q3 18:29) — (3:29) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 47-C.Cooley for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q1 53:04) — (8:04) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass incomplete to 82-A.Randle El (24-S.Springs). PENALTY on WAS-24-S.Springs, Defensive Pass Interference, 32 yards, enforced at PIT 44 - No Play. Penalty on WAS-24-S.Spring
- Washington Commanders (Q1 46:09) — (1:09) 11-P.Ramsey pass incomplete to 80-L.Coles. Coverage by #28 Hope PENALTY on PIT-28-C.Hope, Defensive Pass Interference, 16 yards, enforced at WAS 33 - No Play.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q2 42:53) — (12:53) #78 Starks is eligible receiver 36-J.Bettis up the middle to WAS 28 for 2 yards (58-A.Pierce, 75-B.Noble). PENALTY on WAS, Defensive 12 On-field, 6 yards, enforced at WAS 30 - No Play.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Washington Commanders (Q3 18:29) — (3:29) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 47-C.Cooley for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q4 4:48) — (4:48) 11-P.Ramsey pass intended for 80-L.Coles INTERCEPTED by 26-D.Townsend at PIT 13. 26-D.Townsend to PIT 28 for 15 yards (46-L.Betts).
- Washington Commanders (Q1 49:28) — (4:28) 19-T.Tupa punts 45 yards to PIT 23, Center-71-E.Albright. 82-A.Randle El to WAS 17 for 60 yards (53-M.Washington).
- Washington Commanders (Q4 1:52) — (1:52) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 88-R.Royal to WAS 11 for 6 yards (28-C.Hope, 43-T.Polamalu).
Quarterback report card
P.Ramsey led all passers in efficiency for Washington Commanders, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- P.Ramsey (Washington Commanders) · 40 dropbacks · 47.5% completion · -0.20 EPA/play · -8.07 total EPA
- B.Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) · 25 dropbacks · 36.0% completion · -0.08 EPA/play · -1.88 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Washington Commanders | Pittsburgh Steelers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.213 | -0.098 |
| Offensive success rate | 32.9% | 40.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.231 | -0.087 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.223 | -0.073 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.098 | +0.213 |
| Defensive success rate | 60.0% | 67.1% |
By the numbers
Pittsburgh Steelers held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.10 vs -0.21), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Pittsburgh Steelers: 12 drives, -7.84 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 11 drives, -15.56 total EPA, 1 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.
- C. Cooley (Washington Commanders) 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 47:07 · WAS 15 · Score 0-3
(2:07) 3-J.Reed 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q2 41:56 · WAS 4 · Score 0-9
(11:56) #78 Starks is an eligible receiver 36-J.Bettis up the middle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q2 41:51 · WAS 2 · Score 0-10
3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki. - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q2 34:13 · WAS 18 · Score 0-13
(4:13) 3-J.Reed 36 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki. - Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q3 18:29 · PIT 2 · Score 6-13
(3:29) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 47-C.Cooley for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q3 18:23 · PIT 2 · Score 7-13
10-J.Hall extra point is GOOD, Center-71-E.Albright, Holder-19-T.Tupa. - Pittsburgh Steelers FG (+3) — Q4 9:57 · WAS 14 · Score 7-16
(9:57) 3-J.Reed 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-54-M.Schneck, Holder-17-C.Gardocki.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Washington Commanders vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Washington Commanders 16-7 in Week 12, 2004 on 2004-11-28.
What was the final score of Washington Commanders vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The final score was Washington Commanders 7, Pittsburgh Steelers 16 (WAS 7-16 PIT) in Week 12, 2004 on 2004-11-28.
What was the score by quarter in Washington Commanders vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Q1: Washington Commanders 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 3; Q2: Washington Commanders 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 10; Q3: Washington Commanders 7, Pittsburgh Steelers 0; Q4: Washington Commanders 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 3; Final: Washington Commanders 7, Pittsburgh Steelers 16.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Washington Commanders vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — J. Bettis (Q2 41:56) Washington Commanders touchdown — C. Cooley (P. Ramsey pass) (Q3 18:29) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — J. Reed (Q1 47:07, 3 pts) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — J. Reed (Q2 34:13, 3 pts) Pittsburgh Steelers field goal — J. Reed (Q4 9:57, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Washington Commanders vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
P. Ramsey (Washington Commanders), 47.5% completion, -0.20 EPA per dropback, -8.07 total passing EPA. B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers), 36.0% completion, -0.08 EPA per dropback, -1.88 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Washington Commanders vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
C. Cooley (Washington Commanders) led the game in total EPA with +6.74 on receiving plays. across 7 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+3.98 EPA): (3:29) 11-P.Ramsey pass to 47-C.Cooley for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -13.1%.
Season records after this game
Washington Commanders
Entered 3-7 Now 3-8 L
Pittsburgh Steelers
Entered 9-1 Now 10-1 W
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