Game story
In the Conf. Championship of the 2005 NFL season on 2006-02-05, the Pittsburgh Steelers took care of business against the Seattle Seahawks, pulling away with a 21–10 final that built a comfortable lead.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
M. Hasselbeck (Seattle Seahawks) paced the passing game, with -4.56 total EPA.
On the individual side, H. Ward (Pittsburgh Steelers) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +14.54 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-17.8% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when Seattle Seahawks changed the game: (10:54) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass intended for 82-D.Jackson INTERCEPTED by 24-I.Taylor at PIT 5. 24-I.Taylor to PIT 29 for 24 yards (8-M.Hasselbeck). PENALTY on SEA-8-M.Hasselbeck, Low Block, 15 yards, enfo
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Seahawks | 3 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 0 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 21 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 H. Ward · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +14.54 total EPA · 5 snaps · +2.91 EPA/play
- 2 B. Engram · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +6.35 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.06 EPA/play
- 3 J. Jurevicius · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +6.08 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.22 EPA/play
- 4 A.Randle El · Pittsburgh Steelers · Passing · +4.56 total EPA · 1 snaps · +4.56 EPA/play
- 5 D. Jackson · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +4.46 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.89 EPA/play
- 6 W. Parker · Pittsburgh Steelers · Rushing · +4.15 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.41 EPA/play
- 7 J. Stevens · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +3.59 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.20 EPA/play
- 8 A.Randle El · Pittsburgh Steelers · Receiving · +3.35 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.12 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
H. Ward — PIT · Receiving
H. Ward posted the highest total EPA (+14.54) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Pittsburgh Steelers's efficiency. Across 5 counted snaps, they averaged +2.91 EPA per play.
The signature play (-8.40 EPA) came from Pittsburgh Steelers: (7:52) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass intended for 80-C.Wilson INTERCEPTED by 31-K.Herndon at SEA 4. 31-K.Herndon to PIT 20 for 76 yards (82-A.Randle El). Longest interception return in Super Bowl history. Previous was Willie B
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Pittsburgh Steelers — B. Roethlisberger
- Pittsburgh Steelers — W. Parker
- Seattle Seahawks — J. Stevens (M. Hasselbeck pass)
- Pittsburgh Steelers — H. Ward
Field goals
- Seattle Seahawks — J. Brown
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 3–0. Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the PIT 29 (Q1 45:27) — (:27) 3-J.Brown 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-52-J.Darche, Holder-16-T.Rouen..
The second quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 7–0. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the SEA 1 (Q2 32:00) — (2:00) 7-B.Roethlisberger left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by Review Assistant and Upheld.; Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the SEA 2 (Q2 31:55) — 3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-17-C.Gardocki..
The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the SEA 75 (Q3 29:50); Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the SEA 2 (Q3 29:38) — 3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-17-C.Gardocki.; Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the PIT 16 (Q3 21:51) — (6:51) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass to 86-J.Stevens for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the PIT 2 (Q3 21:45) — 3-J.Brown extra point is GOOD, Center-52-J.Darche, Holder-16-T.Rouen..
The fourth quarter: Pittsburgh Steelers won the period 7–0. Pittsburgh Steelers found the end zone from the SEA 43 (Q4 9:04); Pittsburgh Steelers added 1 points from the SEA 2 (Q4 8:56) — 3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-17-C.Gardocki..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 10:54) — (10:54) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass intended for 82-D.Jackson INTERCEPTED by 24-I.Taylor at PIT 5. 24-I.Taylor to PIT 29 for 24 yards (8-M.Hasselbeck). PENALTY on SEA-8-M.Hasselbeck, Low Block, 15 yards, enfo
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q3 29:50) — (14:50) 39-W.Parker right tackle for 75 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Longest run from scrimmage in Super Bowl history. Previous was Marcus Allen in SB XVIII (Raiders vs Redskins)... 74 yards.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q2 33:58) — (3:58) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass to 86-H.Ward to SEA 3 for 37 yards (28-M.Boulware).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q3 22:52) — (7:52) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass intended for 80-C.Wilson INTERCEPTED by 31-K.Herndon at SEA 4. 31-K.Herndon to PIT 20 for 76 yards (82-A.Randle El). Longest interception return in Super Bowl history. P
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 14:17) — (14:17) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass to 84-B.Engram to PIT 30 for 17 yards (24-I.Taylor).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q3 22:52) — (7:52) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass intended for 80-C.Wilson INTERCEPTED by 31-K.Herndon at SEA 4. 31-K.Herndon to PIT 20 for 76 yards (82-A.Randle El). Longest interception return in Super Bowl history. P
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q3 29:50) — (14:50) 39-W.Parker right tackle for 75 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Longest run from scrimmage in Super Bowl history. Previous was Marcus Allen in SB XVIII (Raiders vs Redskins)... 74 yards.
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q2 33:58) — (3:58) (Shotgun) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass to 86-H.Ward to SEA 3 for 37 yards (28-M.Boulware).
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Q4 9:04) — (9:04) 82-A.Randle El pass to 86-H.Ward for 43 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Play was a reverse pass. QB pitched left to 39-Parker. Parker hands off to 82-Randle El coming right who throws for a TD.
Quarterback report card
M.Hasselbeck led all passers in efficiency for Seattle Seahawks, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- M.Hasselbeck (Seattle Seahawks) · 57 dropbacks · 45.6% completion · -0.08 EPA/play · -4.56 total EPA
- B.Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers) · 26 dropbacks · 34.6% completion · -0.24 EPA/play · -6.31 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Seattle Seahawks | Pittsburgh Steelers |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.062 | +0.078 |
| Offensive success rate | 42.7% | 40.3% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.080 | -0.065 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.044 | +0.103 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.078 | +0.062 |
| Defensive success rate | 59.7% | 57.3% |
By the numbers
Pittsburgh Steelers held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.08 vs -0.06), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Pittsburgh Steelers: 13 drives, +5.65 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- Seattle Seahawks: 12 drives, -5.97 total EPA, 2 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.
- H. Ward (Pittsburgh Steelers) 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.
- Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q1 45:27 · PIT 29 · Score 3-0
(:27) 3-J.Brown 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-52-J.Darche, Holder-16-T.Rouen. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q2 32:00 · SEA 1 · Score 3-6
(2:00) 7-B.Roethlisberger left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. Play Challenged by Review Assistant and Upheld. - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q2 31:55 · SEA 2 · Score 3-7
3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-17-C.Gardocki. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q3 29:50 · SEA 75 · Score 3-13
(14:50) 39-W.Parker right tackle for 75 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Longest run from scrimmage in Super Bowl history. Previous was Marcus Allen in SB XVIII (Raiders vs Re - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q3 29:38 · SEA 2 · Score 3-14
3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-17-C.Gardocki. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q3 21:51 · PIT 16 · Score 9-14
(6:51) 8-M.Hasselbeck pass to 86-J.Stevens for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q3 21:45 · PIT 2 · Score 10-14
3-J.Brown extra point is GOOD, Center-52-J.Darche, Holder-16-T.Rouen. - Pittsburgh Steelers TD (+6) — Q4 9:04 · SEA 43 · Score 10-20
(9:04) 82-A.Randle El pass to 86-H.Ward for 43 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Play was a reverse pass. QB pitched left to 39-Parker. Parker hands off to 82-Randle El coming - Pittsburgh Steelers XP (+1) — Q4 8:56 · SEA 2 · Score 10-21
3-J.Reed extra point is GOOD, Center-60-G.Warren, Holder-17-C.Gardocki.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Seattle Seahawks vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Seattle Seahawks 21-10 in Conf. Championship, 2005 on 2006-02-05.
What was the final score of Seattle Seahawks vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The final score was Seattle Seahawks 10, Pittsburgh Steelers 21 (SEA 10-21 PIT) in Conf. Championship, 2005 on 2006-02-05.
What was the score by quarter in Seattle Seahawks vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Q1: Seattle Seahawks 3, Pittsburgh Steelers 0; Q2: Seattle Seahawks 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 7; Q3: Seattle Seahawks 7, Pittsburgh Steelers 7; Q4: Seattle Seahawks 0, Pittsburgh Steelers 7; Final: Seattle Seahawks 10, Pittsburgh Steelers 21.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Seattle Seahawks vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — B. Roethlisberger (Q2 32:00) Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — W. Parker (Q3 29:50) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — J. Stevens (M. Hasselbeck pass) (Q3 21:51) Pittsburgh Steelers touchdown — H. Ward (Q4 9:04) Seattle Seahawks field goal — J. Brown (Q1 45:27, 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?
M. Hasselbeck (Seattle Seahawks), 45.6% completion, -0.08 EPA per dropback, -4.56 total passing EPA. B. Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh Steelers), 34.6% completion, -0.24 EPA per dropback, -6.31 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Seattle Seahawks vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
H. Ward (Pittsburgh Steelers) led the game in total EPA with +14.54 on receiving plays. across 5 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-8.40 EPA): (7:52) 7-B.Roethlisberger pass intended for 80-C.Wilson INTERCEPTED by 31-K.Herndon at SEA 4. 31-K.Herndon to PIT 20 for 76 yards (82-A.Randle El). Longest interception return in S. The biggest win-probability swing was -17.8%.
Season records after this game
Seattle Seahawks
Entered 15-3 Now 15-4 L
Pittsburgh Steelers
Entered 14-5 Now 15-5 W
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