Quick answer
- Winner
- Seattle Seahawks
- Final score
- Seattle Seahawks 26–24 Atlanta Falcons
- Halftime
- Atlanta Falcons 3–17 Seattle Seahawks at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Russell Wilson
- Top passer
- Matt Ryan
- Biggest EPA play
- (:26) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 80-L.Toilolo for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Game date
- 2016-10-16
Game summary
The Seattle Seahawks beat the Atlanta Falcons 26–24 on 2016-10-16. Russell Wilson posted a game-high +10.52 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q3 with 21 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Atlanta Falcons | 0 | 3 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
 Seattle Seahawks | 7 | 10 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 26 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
ATLAtlanta Falcons(2:07) 32-C.Michael right tackle for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field stands.
4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-48-N.Frese, Holder-9-J.Ryan.
(8:42) 3-M.Bryant 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(4:36) 36-A.Collins right guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-48-N.Frese, Holder-9-J.Ryan.
(:46) 4-S.Hauschka 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-N.Frese, Holder-9-J.Ryan.
(11:07) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 11-J.Jones for 36 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(6:16) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short left to 12-M.Sanu for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. SEA-72-M.Bennett was injured during the play. His return is Questionable.
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(:26) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 80-L.Toilolo for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(4:47) 53-J.Hunt and 79-G.Gilliam reported in as eligible. 32-C.Michael right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
(2:02) 4-S.Hauschka 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-N.Frese, Holder-9-J.Ryan.
SEASeattle SeahawksFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- SEASeattle Seahawks
Q1 2:07TD CMC. MichaelPoints+6
- Yard line
- ATL 9
- Score
- 0-6
(2:07) 32-C.Michael right tackle for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field stands.
- SEASeattle Seahawks
Q1 2:02XP SHS. HauschkaPoints+1
- Yard line
- ATL 15
- Score
- 0-7
4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-48-N.Frese, Holder-9-J.Ryan.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 8:42FG Myles BryantPoints+3
- Yard line
- SEA 15
- Score
- 3-7
(8:42) 3-M.Bryant 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- SEASeattle Seahawks
Q2 4:36TD Alfred CollinsPoints+6
- Yard line
- ATL 2
- Score
- 3-13
(4:36) 36-A.Collins right guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- SEASeattle Seahawks
Q2 4:32XP SHS. HauschkaPoints+1
- Yard line
- ATL 15
- Score
- 3-14
4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-48-N.Frese, Holder-9-J.Ryan.
- SEASeattle Seahawks
Q2 0:46FG SHS. HauschkaPoints+3
- Yard line
- ATL 23
- Score
- 3-17
(:46) 4-S.Hauschka 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-N.Frese, Holder-9-J.Ryan.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q3 11:07TD Justin JonesPoints+6
- Yard line
- SEA 36
- Score
- 9-17
(11:07) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 11-J.Jones for 36 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q3 11:01XP Myles BryantPoints+1
- Yard line
- SEA 15
- Score
- 10-17
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q3 6:16TD MSM. SanuPoints+6
- Yard line
- SEA 10
- Score
- 16-17
(6:16) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short left to 12-M.Sanu for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. SEA-72-M.Bennett was injured during the play. His return is Questionable.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q3 6:11XP Myles BryantPoints+1
- Yard line
- SEA 15
- Score
- 17-17
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q3 0:26TD LTL. ToiloloPoints+6
- Yard line
- SEA 46
- Score
- 23-17
(:26) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 80-L.Toilolo for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q3 0:17XP Myles BryantPoints+1
- Yard line
- SEA 15
- Score
- 24-17
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- SEASeattle Seahawks
Q4 4:47TD CMC. MichaelPoints+6
- Yard line
- ATL 1
- Score
- 24-23
(4:47) 53-J.Hunt and 79-G.Gilliam reported in as eligible. 32-C.Michael right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- SEASeattle Seahawks
Q4 2:02FG SHS. HauschkaPoints+3
- Yard line
- ATL 26
- Score
- 24-26
(2:02) 4-S.Hauschka 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-N.Frese, Holder-9-J.Ryan.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1
Russell Wilson · Seattle Seahawks · Passing · +10.52 total EPA · 42 snaps · +0.25 EPA/play - 2J. Hardy · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +5.13 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.71 EPA/play
- 3Justin Jones · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +4.52 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.50 EPA/play
- 4L. Toilolo · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +4.27 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.07 EPA/play
- 5Matt Ryan · Atlanta Falcons · Passing · +4.25 total EPA · 48 snaps · +0.09 EPA/play
- 6Jimmy Graham · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +3.60 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.40 EPA/play
- 7Daylen Baldwin · Seattle Seahawks · Receiving · +2.73 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.55 EPA/play
- 8Matt Ryan · Atlanta Falcons · Rushing · +2.10 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.10 EPA/play
FantasyHQ Game MVP
Highest total EPA with the player's top snap and the game's biggest single play when different.
FantasyHQ Game MVP
Russell Wilson — SEA · Passing
Russell Wilson posted the highest total EPA (+10.52) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Seattle Seahawks. Across 42 counted snaps, they averaged +0.25 EPA per play.
Russell Wilson's top snap (-2.25 EPA): (:08) 3-R.Wilson kneels to ATL 29 for -1 yards.
Biggest single play (+4.25 EPA): Matt Ryan — (:26) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 80-L.Toilolo for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
Matt Ryan led all passers in efficiency for Atlanta Falcons, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- Matt Ryan (Atlanta Falcons) · 48 dropbacks · 56.2% completion · +6.8% CPOE · +0.09 EPA/play · +4.25 total EPA
- Russell Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) · 42 dropbacks · 59.5% completion · -0.1% CPOE · +0.25 EPA/play · +10.52 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Atlanta Falcons | Seattle Seahawks |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.022 | +0.018 |
| Offensive success rate | 42.2% | 50.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.089 | +0.250 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.074 | -0.095 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.018 | -0.022 |
| Defensive success rate | 50.0% | 57.8% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (Atlanta Falcons +0.02, Seattle Seahawks +0.02) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Atlanta Falcons: +0.02 EPA/play (58th percentile vs. 2016 team-game averages)
- Seattle Seahawks: +0.02 EPA/play (55th percentile vs. 2016 team-game averages)
- Atlanta Falcons: 12 drives, +1.83 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- Seattle Seahawks: 12 drives, +1.53 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Seattle Seahawks — C. Michael
- Seattle Seahawks — Alfred Collins
- Atlanta Falcons — Justin Jones (Matt Ryan pass)
- Atlanta Falcons — M. Sanu (Matt Ryan pass)
- Atlanta Falcons — L. Toilolo (Matt Ryan pass)
- Seattle Seahawks — C. Michael
Field goals
- Atlanta Falcons — Myles Bryant
- Seattle Seahawks — S. Hauschka
- Seattle Seahawks — S. Hauschka
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 7–0. Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the ATL 9 (Q1 2:07); Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the ATL 15 (Q1 2:02) — 4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-48-N.Frese, Holder-9-J.Ryan..
The second quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 10–3. Atlanta Falcons connected on a field goal from the SEA 15 (Q2 8:42) — (8:42) 3-M.Bryant 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the ATL 2 (Q2 4:36) — (4:36) 36-A.Collins right guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks added 1 points from the ATL 15 (Q2 4:32) — 4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-48-N.Frese, Holder-9-J.Ryan.; Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the ATL 23 (Q2 0:46) — (:46) 4-S.Hauschka 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-N.Frese, Holder-9-J.Ryan..
The third quarter: Atlanta Falcons won the period 21–0. Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the SEA 36 (Q3 11:07) — (11:07) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 11-J.Jones for 36 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the SEA 15 (Q3 11:01) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the SEA 10 (Q3 6:16); Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the SEA 15 (Q3 6:11) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the SEA 46 (Q3 0:26) — (:26) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 80-L.Toilolo for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the SEA 15 (Q3 0:17) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher..
The fourth quarter: Seattle Seahawks won the period 9–0. Seattle Seahawks found the end zone from the ATL 1 (Q4 4:47) — (4:47) 53-J.Hunt and 79-G.Gilliam reported in as eligible. 32-C.Michael right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Seattle Seahawks connected on a field goal from the ATL 26 (Q4 2:02) — (2:02) 4-S.Hauschka 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-N.Frese, Holder-9-J.Ryan..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 3:57) — (3:57) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left intended for 11-J.Jones INTERCEPTED by 29-E.Thomas (25-R.Sherman) at SEA 45. 29-E.Thomas to 50 for 5 yards (51-A.Mack).
- Atlanta Falcons (Q3 0:26) — (:26) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 80-L.Toilolo for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 1:39) — (1:39) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass incomplete deep middle to 11-J.Jones (25-R.Sherman) [90-J.Reed].
- Seattle Seahawks (Q4 4:43) — 4-S.Hauschka extra point is Blocked (77-R.Hageman), Center-48-N.Frese, Holder-9-J.Ryan.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q1 2:13) — (2:13) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan sacked at ATL 7 for -7 yards (56-C.Avril). FUMBLES (56-C.Avril) [56-C.Avril], RECOVERED by SEA-93-T.McDaniel at ATL 9. 93-T.McDaniel to ATL 9 for no gain (65-C.Chester).
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q3 0:26) — (:26) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 80-L.Toilolo for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q1 2:13) — (2:13) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan sacked at ATL 7 for -7 yards (56-C.Avril). FUMBLES (56-C.Avril) [56-C.Avril], RECOVERED by SEA-93-T.McDaniel at ATL 9. 93-T.McDaniel to ATL 9 for no gain (65-C.Chester).
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 3:57) — (3:57) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left intended for 11-J.Jones INTERCEPTED by 29-E.Thomas (25-R.Sherman) at SEA 45. 29-E.Thomas to 50 for 5 yards (51-A.Mack).
- Atlanta Falcons (Q3 11:07) — (11:07) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 11-J.Jones for 36 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q1 2:07 · ATL 9 · Score 0-6
(2:07) 32-C.Michael right tackle for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field stands. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q1 2:02 · ATL 15 · Score 0-7
4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-48-N.Frese, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Atlanta Falcons FG (+3) — Q2 8:42 · SEA 15 · Score 3-7
(8:42) 3-M.Bryant 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q2 4:36 · ATL 2 · Score 3-13
(4:36) 36-A.Collins right guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks XP (+1) — Q2 4:32 · ATL 15 · Score 3-14
4-S.Hauschka extra point is GOOD, Center-48-N.Frese, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q2 0:46 · ATL 23 · Score 3-17
(:46) 4-S.Hauschka 42 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-N.Frese, Holder-9-J.Ryan. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q3 11:07 · SEA 36 · Score 9-17
(11:07) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 11-J.Jones for 36 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q3 11:01 · SEA 15 · Score 10-17
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q3 6:16 · SEA 10 · Score 16-17
(6:16) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short left to 12-M.Sanu for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. SEA-72-M.Bennett was injured during the play. His return is Questionable. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q3 6:11 · SEA 15 · Score 17-17
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q3 0:26 · SEA 46 · Score 23-17
(:26) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 80-L.Toilolo for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q3 0:17 · SEA 15 · Score 24-17
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Seattle Seahawks TD (+6) — Q4 4:47 · ATL 1 · Score 24-23
(4:47) 53-J.Hunt and 79-G.Gilliam reported in as eligible. 32-C.Michael right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Seattle Seahawks FG (+3) — Q4 2:02 · ATL 26 · Score 24-26
(2:02) 4-S.Hauschka 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-48-N.Frese, Holder-9-J.Ryan.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Seattle Seahawks earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- One-score margin — verify garbage-time stats before drawing fantasy conclusions.
- Russell Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- Matt Ryan (ATL) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
Frequently asked questions
Who won Atlanta Falcons vs Seattle Seahawks on 2016-10-16?
The Seattle Seahawks beat the Atlanta Falcons 26-24 in Week 6, 2016.
What was the score by quarter in Atlanta Falcons vs Seattle Seahawks?
Q1: Atlanta Falcons 0, Seattle Seahawks 7; Q2: Atlanta Falcons 3, Seattle Seahawks 10; Q3: Atlanta Falcons 21, Seattle Seahawks 0; Q4: Atlanta Falcons 0, Seattle Seahawks 9; Final: Atlanta Falcons 24, Seattle Seahawks 26.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Atlanta Falcons vs Seattle Seahawks?
Seattle Seahawks touchdown — C. Michael (Q1 2:07) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — A. Collins (Q2 4:36) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — J. Jones (M. Ryan pass) (Q3 11:07) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — M. Sanu (M. Ryan pass) (Q3 6:16) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — L. Toilolo (M. Ryan pass) (Q3 0:26) Seattle Seahawks touchdown — C. Michael (Q4 4:47) Atlanta Falcons field goal — M. Bryant (Q2 8:42, 3 pts) Seattle Seahawks field goal — S. Hauschka (Q2 0:46, 3 pts) Seattle Seahawks field goal — S. Hauschka (Q4 2:02, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Atlanta Falcons vs Seattle Seahawks?
Matt Ryan (Atlanta Falcons), 56.2% completion, +6.8% CPOE, +0.09 EPA per dropback, +4.25 total passing EPA. Russell Wilson (Seattle Seahawks), 59.5% completion, -0.1% CPOE, +0.25 EPA per dropback, +10.52 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Atlanta Falcons vs Seattle Seahawks?
Russell Wilson (Seattle Seahawks) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +10.52 total EPA on Passing plays. across 42 snaps. Their top snap (-2.25 EPA): (:08) 3-R.Wilson kneels to ATL 29 for -1 yards..
Was Atlanta Falcons vs Seattle Seahawks a close game?
Yes — the margin was 2 points. Seattle Seahawks won 26-24 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Atlanta Falcons
Entered 4-1 Now 4-2 L
Seattle Seahawks
Entered 3-1 Now 4-1 W
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