| Played in Pittsburgh, PA, weather: 58 degrees, fair, calm. |
| Buffalo won the toss and elected to receive. |
| Start of first quarter. |
| (1Q: 15:00) Justin Medlock kicked off 51 yards from the PIT35. T.J. Housmandzadeh returned the ball 20 yards to the BUF34. Tackled by Jordan Babineaux. |
1-10-BUF34 (1Q: 14:37) Eli Manning pass completed to WR Ashley Lelie for 5 yards. Tackled by OLB Tim Dobbins. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | --- | | TE S.Alexander | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Lelie | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | --- | | RB A.Shepherd | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Double Z(FL) | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-5-BUF39 (1Q: 13:58) Eli Manning pass completed to RB Alexis Shepherd for 2 yards. Tackled by DE Robert Geathers. Buffalo's Ashley Lelie was hurt on the play.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Primary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Lelie | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | +++ | | RB A.Shepherd | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | Blitz Passer | --- | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 3-3-BUF41 (1Q: 13:18) PENALTY: T Michael Roos of Buffalo was called for a False Start. |
3-8-BUF36 (1Q: 13:12) Eli Manning pass was dropped by TE Courtney Anderson.
| OFFENSE | 230 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Anderson | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | --- | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Protect | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE E.Johnson | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WILB M.Merritt | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| --- | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-8-BUF36 (1Q: 13:02) Ray Hollas punted 37 yards. Calvin Johnson returned the kick 6 yards to the PIT33. Tackled by Rob Konrad. |
1-10-PIT33 (1Q: 12:51) Jay Cutler pass completed to WR Tai Streets for 10 yards. Tackled by S Erik Coleman. Streets gained 4 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | --- | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Short Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT43 (1Q: 12:12) Play-Action. Jay Cutler pass completed to WR Calvin Johnson for 20 yards. Tackled by OLB Kirk Morrison. Johnson gained 14 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) F.Gibson | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 3tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Protect | +++ | SLB J.Peterson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | TE J.Holloway | Protect | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Deep Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | WLB K.Morrison | Short Zone | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS A.Smith | Deep Zone | --- |
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1-10-BUF37 (1Q: 11:28) Brian Westbrook ran inside the left tackle for 0 yards. Tackled by DT John Thornton.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets |
| +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE C.Clemons | In Box | --- | | RB B.Westbrook | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB J.Darling | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd |
| +++ | WLB J.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-10-BUF37 (1Q: 10:54) Jay Cutler pass was thrown incomplete, intended for TE Jason McKie. PENALTY: T Leonard Davis of Pittsburgh was called for Offensive Holding.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Protect | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Secondary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| --- | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-20-BUF47 (1Q: 10:48) Brian Westbrook ran inside the left guard for 2 yards. Tackled by OLB Julian Peterson.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets |
| +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE C.Clemons | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB J.Darling | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd |
| +++ | WLB J.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| --- | NB K.Paymah | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-18-BUF45 (1Q: 10:15) Jay Cutler pass completed to TE Jabari Holloway for 32 yards. Tackled by S Anthony Smith. Holloway gained 25 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Holloway | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Secondary, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB M.Brandon | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB J.Peterson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | FB S.McHugh | Protect | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Deep Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | WLB K.Morrison | Short Zone | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | --- | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | --- | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-BUF13 (1Q: 09:35) Brian Westbrook ran a draw inside the right guard for 9 yards. Tackled by OLB Raynoch Thompson. Key block delivered by Amir Torres.
| OFFENSE | 104 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Press-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Wright | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE C.Brown | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB A.Jordan | In Box | --- | | SLOT D.Lake |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Out of Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | DB R.Thompson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS E.Coleman | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS A.Smith | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-1-BUF04 (1Q: 09:05) Brian Westbrook ran around left end for 4 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Key block delivered by Victor Rogers. Pittsburgh 6, Buffalo 0
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets |
| +++ | 3tcDT K.Wright | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE C.Clemons | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB J.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd |
| +++ | MLB J.Darling | In Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | WLB K.Morrison | In Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| --- | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS A.Smith | Out of Box | +++ |
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| (1Q: 09:05) Extra point by Justin Medlock was good. Pittsburgh 7, Buffalo 0 |
| (1Q: 08:56) Justin Medlock kicked off 59 yards from the PIT35. T.J. Housmandzadeh returned the ball 11 yards to the BUF17. Tackled by Jason McKie. |
1-10-BUF17 (1Q: 08:22) Alexis Shepherd ran inside the left tackle for 34 yards. Tackled by OLB Tim Dobbins. Key block delivered by Dan Buenning.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | In Box | --- | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) B.Finneran |
| +++ | SLB A.Hayward | In Box | --- | | RB A.Shepherd | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith |
| +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | In Box | --- | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Out of Box | +++ |
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| 1-10-PIT49 (1Q: 07:49) PENALTY: G Chris Naeole of Buffalo was called for a False Start. |
1-15-BUF46 (1Q: 07:43) Eli Manning pass completed to WR Steve Smith for 26 yards. Tackled by S Josh Gattis. Smith gained 25 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 014 Personnel | DEFENSE | True 34, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | NT A.Purvis | Rush Passer | --- | | TE S.Alexander | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Smith | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB M.Merritt | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT B.Finneran | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB D.McClover | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT J.McAddley | Secondary, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | LCB D.Alcott | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | NB W.Gay | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | DB A.Hayward | Short Zone | --- | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS M.Huff | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | --- |
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1-10-PIT28 (1Q: 06:59) Eli Manning pass fell incomplete, intended for WR T.J. Housmandzadeh. S Michael Hawkins defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Secondary, S Screen (S) | --- | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Protect | +++ | WILB M.Merritt | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-PIT28 (1Q: 06:55) Alexis Shepherd ran inside the left tackle for -2 yards. Tackled by S Michael Hawkins, assisted by DT Johnny Jolly.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran |
| +++ | SLB A.Hayward | In Box | +++ | | RB A.Shepherd | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith |
| +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| --- | FS M.Huff | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-12-PIT30 (1Q: 06:24) Eli Manning pass completed to WR Steve Smith for 11 yards. Tackled by ILB Marcus Merritt. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. PENALTY: CB William Gay of Pittsburgh was called for Defensive Holding.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Primary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | NT A.Purvis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | --- | | RB D.Kirtman | Protect | +++ | SILB M.Merritt | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WLB D.McClover | Short Zone | --- | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Deep Zone | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| --- | NB W.Gay | Deep Zone | --- | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Short Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT25 (1Q: 06:14) Eli Manning kept the ball, running around right end for 1 yard. Tackled by DT Johnny Jolly, assisted by OLB Tim Dobbins.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning | Ball Carrier | *** | LDE R.Geathers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran |
| +++ | SLB A.Hayward | In Box | --- | | RB A.Shepherd |
| +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith |
| +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| --- | NB D.Alcott | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-9-PIT24 (1Q: 05:49) Eli Manning kept the ball, running a trap outside the left tackle for 9 yards and was forced out of bounds. Tackled by DE Parys Haralson, assisted by ILB Marcus Merritt. Key block delivered by Dan Buenning.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB E.Manning | Ball Carrier | *** | LDE P.Haralson | In Box | --- | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran |
| +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman |
| +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Anderson |
| +++ | WILB M.Merritt | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | In Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | --- | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-10-PIT15 (1Q: 05:30) Alexis Shepherd ran inside the right guard for 0 yards. Tackled by ILB Tedy Bruschi.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| --- | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran |
| +++ | SLB A.Hayward | In Box | +++ | | RB A.Shepherd | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith |
| +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| --- | NB D.Alcott | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-10-PIT15 (1Q: 04:58) David Kirtman ran around the left tackle for 6 yards. Tackled by S Michael Hawkins.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | SLOT B.Finneran |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Smith |
| +++ | SLB A.Hayward | In Box | --- | | RB D.Kirtman | Ball Carrier | --- | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | --- | | FB R.Konrad |
| +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-4-PIT09 (1Q: 04:15) Play-Action. Eli Manning pass completed to WR Mike Sims-Walker for 7 yards. Tackled by S Josh Gattis. Sims-Walker gained 2 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | NT A.Purvis | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT B.Finneran | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Smith | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SILB M.Merritt | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB D.McClover | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB W.Gay | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | --- |
|
| 1-2-PIT02 (1Q: 03:30) PENALTY: T John Tait of Buffalo was called for a False Start. |
1-7-PIT07 (1Q: 03:23) Eli Manning kept the ball, running around the left tackle for 7 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Key block delivered by Chris Naeole. Pittsburgh 7, Buffalo 6
| OFFENSE | 014t Personnel | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB E.Manning | Ball Carrier | *** | LDE R.Geathers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) S.Smith |
| +++ | SLB A.Hayward | In Box | +++ | | SLOT B.Finneran |
| +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | SLOT J.McAddley |
| +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | --- | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Out of Box | +++ |
|
| (1Q: 03:23) Extra point by Nick Novak was good. Pittsburgh 7, Buffalo 7 |
| (1Q: 03:16) Nick Novak kicked off 73 yards from the BUF35. Touchback. |
| 1-10-PIT25 (1Q: 03:16) PENALTY: TE Jason McKie of Pittsburgh was called for a False Start. |
1-15-PIT20 (1Q: 03:08) Jay Cutler kept the ball, running outside the right tackle for 1 yard. Tackled by DE Courtney Brown, assisted by S Kenoy Kennedy.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler | Ball Carrier | *** | LDE C.Brown | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) F.Gibson |
| +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE C.Clemons | In Box | +++ | | RB M.Brandon |
| +++ | MLB J.Darling | In Box | +++ | | FB S.McHugh |
| +++ | WLB J.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-14-PIT21 (1Q: 02:35) Jay Cutler scrambled for 1 yard. Tackled by ILB James Darling.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) F.Gibson | Secondary, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 3tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | --- | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Protect | +++ | SLB J.Peterson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | TE J.Holloway | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | WLB K.Morrison | Short Zone | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-13-PIT22 (1Q: 02:01) Jay Cutler pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Jason McKie. DE Chris Clemons hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) F.Gibson | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | --- | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB M.Brandon | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | SLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | TE J.Holloway | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | WLB K.Morrison | Short Zone | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | --- | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-13-PIT22 (1Q: 01:51) Al Oscarson punted 55 yards. T.J. Housmandzadeh returned the kick 8 yards to the BUF31. Tackled by Fred Gibson. |
1-10-BUF31 (1Q: 01:43) Eli Manning pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Steve Smith. DE Atiyyah Ellison hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT B.Finneran | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Smith | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Deep Zone | --- |
|
2-10-BUF31 (1Q: 01:37) Eli Manning pass was dropped by WR Steve Smith.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Primary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | --- | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | +++ | | RB A.Shepherd | Protect | --- | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | WLB T.Dobbins | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| --- | NB D.Alcott | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-10-BUF31 (1Q: 01:32) Eli Manning pass completed to WR Brian Finneran for 20 yards. Tackled by ILB Tedy Bruschi. Finneran gained 11 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Anderson | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Protect | +++ | WILB M.Merritt | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Blitz Passer | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Double Z(FL) | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | --- |
|
1-10-PIT49 (1Q: 00:45) Eli Manning pass completed to TE Stephen Alexander for 12 yards. Tackled by S Josh Gattis. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Alexander gained 2 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Secondary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Double X(SE) | +++ | | TE C.Anderson | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WILB M.Merritt | Bump and Run | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | Spy on QB | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT37 (1Q: 00:06) Eli Manning pass was intended for RB David Kirtman and was intercepted by OLB Tim Dobbins at the PIT36. The interception was returned 13 yards. Tackled by Steve Smith.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT B.Finneran | Outlet, S Screen (S) | --- | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Smith | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Primary, S Screen (S) | --- | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | WLB T.Dobbins | Bump and Run | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| --- | LCB M.Hawkins | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Blitz Passer | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| --- | NB D.Alcott | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| --- | FS M.Huff | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| Start of second quarter. |
1-10-PIT49 (2Q: 15:00) Jay Cutler pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Malcom Floyd. DE Courtney Brown hurried the quarterback into a bad throw. PENALTY: CB Karl Paymah of Buffalo was called for Defensive Holding.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Man-to-Man | --- | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-BUF46 (2Q: 14:56) Brian Westbrook ran around left end for -4 yards. Tackled by S Kenoy Kennedy, assisted by CB Fabian Washington.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE C.Clemons | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Ball Carrier | --- | MLB J.Darling | In Box | +++ | | SLOT F.Gibson |
| +++ | WLB J.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB T.McGee | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| --- | FS E.Coleman | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-14-PIT50 (2Q: 14:13) Brian Westbrook ran around left end for 9 yards. Tackled by DE Chris Clemons, assisted by OLB Kirk Morrison.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) F.Gibson |
| +++ | 3tcDT K.Wright | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) T.Streets |
| +++ | RDE C.Clemons | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB J.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Holloway |
| +++ | MLB J.Darling | In Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | WLB K.Morrison | In Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS A.Smith | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-5-BUF41 (2Q: 13:33) Jay Cutler pass was blocked at the line, intended for WR Malcom Floyd. DT John Thornton blocked the pass.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) F.Gibson | Secondary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB M.Brandon | Protect | +++ | MLB A.Jordan | Short Zone | +++ | | FB S.McHugh | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| --- | LCB F.Washington | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| --- | RCB T.McGee | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB R.Thompson | Short Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS K.Paymah | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-5-BUF41 (2Q: 13:28) Al Oscarson punted 41 yards. Touchback. |
1-10-BUF20 (2Q: 13:22) Alexis Shepherd ran inside the left guard for 5 yards. Tackled by S Jordan Babineaux, assisted by ILB Tedy Bruschi. Key block delivered by John Tait.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE K.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Anderson |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Smith |
| +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | In Box | +++ | | RB A.Shepherd | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | TE E.Johnson |
| +++ | WILB M.Merritt | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | In Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| --- | FS J.Gattis | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-5-BUF25 (2Q: 12:43) Rob Konrad ran inside the right guard for -1 yards. Tackled by S Jordan Babineaux.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker |
| +++ | NT K.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | SLOT B.Finneran |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Smith |
| +++ | SLB M.Merritt | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman |
| +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Ball Carrier | +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS D.McClover | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-6-BUF24 (2Q: 12:15) Eli Manning pass completed to WR Brian Finneran for 23 yards. Tackled by S Josh Gattis.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Protect | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Primary, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | Short Zone | --- | | RB D.Kirtman | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Blitz Passer | --- | | FB R.Konrad | Protect | +++ | WILB M.Merritt | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Man-to-Man | --- | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | --- | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-BUF47 (2Q: 11:39) David Kirtman ran a trap outside the left tackle for -2 yards. Tackled by ILB Tedy Bruschi.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran |
| +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Anderson |
| +++ | WILB M.Merritt | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | Spy | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| --- | RCB K.Clemons | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-12-BUF45 (2Q: 11:13) Play-Action. Eli Manning pass completed to WR Mike Sims-Walker for 6 yards. Tackled by DT Johnny Jolly.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | --- | | TE S.Alexander | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | TE C.Anderson | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | WILB M.Merritt | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB D.Alcott | Deep Zone | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| --- | SS J.Babineaux | Short Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-6-PIT49 (2Q: 10:43) Play-Action. Eli Manning pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Jason McAddley. DE Atiyyah Ellison hurried the quarterback into a bad throw. The defense looked very familiar with that play. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.McAddley | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | NT A.Purvis | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT B.Finneran | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Smith | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | Double SLOT | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SILB M.Merritt | Blitz Passer | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB D.McClover | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB W.Gay | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-6-PIT49 (2Q: 10:37) Ray Hollas punted 44 yards. The ball was downed at the PIT05. |
1-10-PIT05 (2Q: 10:27) Brian Westbrook ran inside the right guard for 4 yards. Tackled by CB Terrence McGee.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets |
| +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE C.Clemons | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB J.Darling | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd |
| +++ | WLB J.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| --- | NB K.Paymah | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS T.McGee | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-6-PIT09 (2Q: 09:43) Jay Cutler pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Tai Streets. DT Delbert Cowsette hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Protect | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| --- | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-6-PIT09 (2Q: 09:36) Jay Cutler pass completed to WR Tai Streets for 6 yards. Tackled by CB Terrence McGee. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB M.Brandon | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB A.Jordan | Deep Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB R.Thompson | Short Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS K.Paymah | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT15 (2Q: 09:03) Brian Westbrook ran around the left tackle for 4 yards. Tackled by DE Chris Clemons, assisted by DT John Thornton.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) F.Gibson |
| +++ | 3tcDT K.Wright | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE C.Clemons | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB J.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Holloway |
| +++ | MLB J.Darling | In Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | WLB K.Morrison | In Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS A.Smith | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-6-PIT19 (2Q: 08:25) Jay Cutler scrambled for 12 yards. Tackled by S Erik Coleman.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Primary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | --- | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | --- | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Short Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| --- | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT31 (2Q: 07:42) Jay Cutler pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Tai Streets. DE Courtney Brown hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | RDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| --- | RCB T.McGee | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| --- | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-PIT31 (2Q: 07:38) Jay Cutler pass completed to RB Marc Brandon for 6 yards. Tackled by CB Fabian Washington.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Holloway | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT D.Cowsette | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) M.Floyd | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB M.Brandon | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | TE G.Dux | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Bump and Run | --- | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | WLB K.Morrison | Spy on QB | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-4-PIT37 (2Q: 07:06) Marc Brandon ran inside the right tackle for -1 yards. Tackled by DT John Thornton.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets |
| +++ | 3tcDT J.Thornton | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Wright | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE C.Clemons | In Box | +++ | | RB M.Brandon | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB A.Jordan | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd |
| +++ | WLB J.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB R.Thompson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS A.Smith | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS K.Paymah | Out of Box | +++ |
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| 4-5-PIT36 (2Q: 06:45) Al Oscarson punted 54 yards. T.J. Housmandzadeh returned the kick 11 yards to the BUF21. Tackled by Grady Dux. |
1-10-BUF21 (2Q: 06:35) David Kirtman ran around right end for 13 yards. Tackled by S Jordan Babineaux, assisted by DT Johnny Jolly. Key block delivered by Dan Buenning.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | In Box | --- | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran |
| +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Anderson |
| +++ | WILB M.Merritt | Spy | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | In Box | --- | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-10-BUF34 (2Q: 05:59) David Kirtman ran outside the right tackle for 1 yard. Tackled by S Jordan Babineaux, assisted by ILB Marcus Merritt.
| OFFENSE | 230 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Anderson |
| --- | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | +++ | | TE E.Johnson |
| --- | SLB T.Dobbins | In Box | --- | | RB D.Kirtman | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | FB R.Konrad |
| --- | WILB M.Merritt | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | In Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB K.Clemons | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB J.Gattis | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-9-BUF35 (2Q: 05:26) Play-Action. Eli Manning pass completed to TE Stephen Alexander for 18 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by ILB Marcus Merritt. Alexander gained 14 yards after the catch. PENALTY: T Michael Roos of Buffalo was called for an Illegal Block Below the Waist.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | Rush Passer | --- | | TE C.Anderson | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | Short Zone | +++ | | RB A.Shepherd | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Blitz Passer | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WILB M.Merritt | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| --- | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-24-BUF20 (2Q: 05:15) Eli Manning pass fell incomplete, intended for WR T.J. Housmandzadeh. ILB Marcus Merritt defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | --- | NT K.Peterson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Outlet, S Screen (S) | --- | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WILB M.Merritt | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| --- | RCB K.Clemons | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-24-BUF20 (2Q: 05:05) Eli Manning pass completed to WR Brian Finneran for 10 yards. Tackled by S Michael Hawkins.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE K.Peterson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Finneran | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | NT A.Purvis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) J.McAddley | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Protect | +++ | SILB M.Merritt | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | WLB D.McClover | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Deep Zone | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB W.Gay | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Short Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-14-BUF30 (2Q: 04:18) Ray Hollas punted 46 yards. Calvin Johnson returned the kick 16 yards to the PIT40. Tackled by Chris Naeole. |
1-10-PIT40 (2Q: 04:10) Brian Westbrook ran around right end for 3 yards. Tackled by S Kenoy Kennedy.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | 1tcDT D.Robertson | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE C.Clemons | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB J.Darling | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd |
| +++ | WLB J.Peterson | In Box | --- | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| --- | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-7-PIT43 (2Q: 03:35) Jay Cutler pass completed to WR Malcom Floyd for 2 yards. Tackled by CB Fabian Washington.
| OFFENSE | 005 Personnel, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) F.Gibson | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | Rush Passer | --- | | SLOT B.Westbrook | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE C.Anderson | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB A.Jordan | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Lake | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Short Zone | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Short Zone | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | DB R.Thompson | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| --- | SS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-5-PIT45 (2Q: 03:15) Play-Action. Jay Cutler pass was thrown incomplete, intended for WR Calvin Johnson.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) F.Gibson | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 3tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB M.Brandon | Protect | +++ | SLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | TE J.Holloway | Protect | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| --- | WLB K.Morrison | Short Zone | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-5-PIT45 (2Q: 03:11) Al Oscarson punted 38 yards. T.J. Housmandzadeh called for a fair catch at the BUF17. |
1-10-BUF17 (2Q: 03:00) Eli Manning pass completed to WR Steve Smith for 13 yards. Tackled by CB Dwayne Alcott, assisted by OLB Tim Dobbins. Smith gained 6 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Protect | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | +++ | | RB A.Shepherd | Protect | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | --- | | SLOT S.Smith | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | Short Zone | --- | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Bump and Run | --- | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-BUF30 (2Q: 02:14) Eli Manning pass fell incomplete, intended for WR T.J. Housmandzadeh. CB Dwayne Alcott defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | +++ | | RB A.Shepherd | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| --- | NB D.Alcott | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-BUF30 (2Q: 02:10) Rob Konrad ran inside the left guard for 6 yards. Tackled by OLB Darrell McClover, assisted by ILB Marcus Merritt.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Finneran |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) J.McAddley |
| +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | In Box | --- | | RB D.Kirtman |
| +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Ball Carrier | +++ | WILB M.Merritt | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | In Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| --- | RCB K.Clemons | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Out of Box | +++ |
|
| Official time out for the two-minute warning. |
3-4-BUF36 (2Q: 02:00) Eli Manning pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Steve Smith. DE Robert Geathers hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Finneran | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | NT A.Purvis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Protect | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) J.McAddley | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Protect | +++ | SILB M.Merritt | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | WLB D.McClover | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Deep Zone | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Short Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-4-BUF36 (2Q: 01:53) Ray Hollas punted 53 yards. Calvin Johnson returned the kick 6 yards to the PIT17. Tackled by Rob Konrad. |
1-10-PIT17 (2Q: 01:45) Brian Westbrook ran around left end for -2 yards. Tackled by CB Fabian Washington, assisted by DE Dewayne Robertson. CB Karl Paymah crushed Amir Torres to wreck the play.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) F.Gibson |
| +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| --- | 1tcDT J.Thornton | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE D.Robertson | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB J.Darling | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Holloway |
| +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Spy | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| --- | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| --- | NB K.Paymah | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| --- | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-12-PIT15 (2Q: 01:17) Jay Cutler pass completed to TE Jason McKie for 15 yards. Tackled by CB Karl Paymah, assisted by S Erik Coleman.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) T.Streets | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | Rush Passer | --- | | TE J.McKie | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Protect | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Spy on QB | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT30 (2Q: 00:35) Brian Westbrook ran a trap outside the right tackle for 4 yards. Tackled by OLB Julian Peterson.
| OFFENSE | 230 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | In Box | --- | | TE J.Holloway |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | 1tcDT D.Robertson | In Box | +++ | | TE G.Dux |
| +++ | RDE K.Wright | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Spy | +++ | | FB T.Fleming |
| +++ | WLB J.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| --- | NB K.Paymah | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-6-PIT34 (2Q: 00:17) Jay Cutler pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Tai Streets. S Benny Sapp simply crushed the receiver as the ball arrived.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Protect | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT F.Gibson | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Spy on QB | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-6-PIT34 (2Q: 00:13) Jay Cutler pass completed to WR Calvin Johnson for 0 yards. Tackled by DT Keith Wright.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB M.Brandon | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB A.Jordan | Spy on QB | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Bump and Run | --- | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB B.Sapp | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS A.Smith | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS K.Paymah | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| Buffalo called a time out. |
| 4-6-PIT34 (2Q: 00:03) Al Oscarson punted 49 yards. T.J. Housmandzadeh returned the kick 11 yards to the BUF28. Tackled by Troy Fleming. Ball was fumbled and recovered by BUF Rob Konrad at the BUF28. |
| Start of third quarter. |
| (3Q: 15:00) Nick Novak kicked off 74 yards from the BUF35. Touchback. |
1-10-PIT25 (3Q: 15:00) Jay Cutler pass was dropped by TE Jabari Holloway.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) F.Gibson | Secondary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Protect | +++ | SLB J.Peterson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | TE J.Holloway | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | WLB C.Anderson | Short Zone | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-PIT25 (3Q: 14:53) Brian Westbrook ran inside the left tackle for -1 yards. Tackled by S Kenoy Kennedy, assisted by CB Fabian Washington. ILB James Darling knocked down Victor Rogers to break up the play.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets |
| +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE K.Wright | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB J.Darling | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd |
| +++ | WLB J.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| --- | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-11-PIT24 (3Q: 14:19) Jay Cutler sacked by OLB Raynoch Thompson for a loss of 8 yards. Sack allowed by Victor Rogers.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | --- | 1tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Primary, D Deep Fade (40+) | --- | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB M.Brandon | Protect | +++ | MLB A.Jordan | Deep Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | --- | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| --- | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB R.Thompson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| --- | FS K.Paymah | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-19-PIT16 (3Q: 13:42) Al Oscarson punted 53 yards. T.J. Housmandzadeh returned the kick 8 yards to the BUF39. Tackled by Russell Frederick. |
1-10-BUF39 (3Q: 13:32) Eli Manning kept the ball, running around right end for -1 yards. Tackled by S Josh Gattis, assisted by DE Parys Haralson.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB E.Manning | Ball Carrier | *** | LDE P.Haralson | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Anderson |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran |
| +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman |
| +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | FB R.Konrad |
| +++ | WILB M.Merritt | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | In Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-11-BUF38 (3Q: 13:10) Eli Manning pass completed to FB Rob Konrad for 0 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by S Josh Gattis. Konrad gained 2 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Protect | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | WILB M.Merritt | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| --- | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-11-BUF38 (3Q: 12:49) Eli Manning pass completed to WR Steve Smith for 1 yard. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by CB Dwayne Alcott.
| OFFENSE | 014 Personnel | DEFENSE | True 34, Dime Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | NT A.Purvis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Smith | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB M.Merritt | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT B.Finneran | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB D.McClover | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT J.McAddley | Secondary, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | LCB D.Alcott | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | NB W.Gay | Deep Zone | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | DB A.Hayward | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS M.Huff | Short Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-10-BUF39 (3Q: 12:06) Ray Hollas punted 37 yards. Megatron Johnson called for a fair catch at the PIT24. |
1-10-PIT24 (3Q: 11:58) Jay Cutler pass completed to FB Sean McHugh for -1 yards. Tackled by S Benny Sapp. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Holloway | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | FB S.McHugh | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Spy on QB | --- | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | WLB C.Anderson | Bump and Run | --- | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS T.McGee | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-11-PIT23 (3Q: 11:32) Brian Westbrook ran inside the left tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by DT John Thornton, assisted by S Kenoy Kennedy.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets |
| +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE C.Clemons | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB J.Darling | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd |
| +++ | WLB J.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-9-PIT25 (3Q: 10:53) Jay Cutler sacked by DT Delbert Cowsette for a loss of 7 yards. Sack allowed by Russell Frederick.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB M.Brandon | Protect | --- | SLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | FB S.McHugh | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | WLB K.Morrison | Short Zone | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| --- | LCB F.Washington | Deep Zone | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| --- | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| --- | FS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-16-PIT18 (3Q: 10:11) Al Oscarson punted 36 yards. T.J. Housmandzadeh returned the kick 19 yards to the PIT35. Tackled by Manuel Ramirez. |
1-10-PIT35 (3Q: 10:03) Eli Manning pass completed to WR T.J. Housmandzadeh for 1 yard. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by ILB Tedy Bruschi.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) B.Finneran | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | NT K.Peterson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) J.McAddley | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | SLB A.Hayward | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB A.Shepherd | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT T.Housmandzadeh | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Short Zone | --- | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | --- | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-9-PIT34 (3Q: 09:31) Eli Manning pass completed to WR Brian Finneran for 8 yards. Tackled by S Michael Huff. Finneran gained 6 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT B.Finneran | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Smith | Secondary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Blitz Passer | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB K.Clemons | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-1-PIT26 (3Q: 09:02) David Kirtman ran outside the right tackle for 4 yards. Tackled by CB Dwayne Alcott. Key block delivered by Michael Roos.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE K.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Finneran |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) J.McAddley |
| +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Spy | --- | | FB R.Konrad |
| +++ | WILB M.Merritt | In Box | --- | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | In Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB D.Alcott | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| --- | RCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Out of Box | --- |
|
1-10-PIT22 (3Q: 08:21) Play-Action. Eli Manning pass completed to RB Alexis Shepherd for 3 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by ILB Tedy Bruschi.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE K.Peterson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Finneran | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Protect | --- | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) J.McAddley | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | +++ | | RB A.Shepherd | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Blitz Passer | --- | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-7-PIT19 (3Q: 07:56) Eli Manning pass completed to WR Steve Smith for 19 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Smith gained 5 yards after the catch. Buffalo 13, Pittsburgh 7
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | --- | | RB D.Kirtman | Protect | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Blitz Passer | --- | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Man-to-Man | --- | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| (3Q: 07:56) Extra point by Nick Novak was good. Buffalo 14, Pittsburgh 7 |
| (3Q: 07:50) Nick Novak kicked off 74 yards from the BUF35. Touchback. |
1-10-PIT25 (3Q: 07:50) Brian Westbrook ran around right end for 1 yard. Tackled by CB Terrence McGee.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) F.Gibson |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE C.Clemons | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Ball Carrier | --- | SLB J.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Holloway |
| +++ | MLB J.Darling | In Box | --- | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | WLB K.Morrison | In Box | --- | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS T.McGee | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-9-PIT26 (3Q: 07:07) Jay Cutler pass completed to WR Calvin Johnson for 12 yards. Tackled by CB Karl Paymah, assisted by CB Fabian Washington. Johnson gained 10 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Deep Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | --- | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Short Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT38 (3Q: 06:44) Brian Westbrook ran inside the left guard for 0 yards. Tackled by DT John Thornton.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| --- | 1tcDT J.Thornton | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE C.Clemons | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB J.Darling | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd |
| +++ | WLB J.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB T.McGee | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-10-PIT38 (3Q: 06:15) Jay Cutler pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Calvin Johnson. CB Terrence McGee simply crushed the receiver as the ball arrived.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Protect | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| --- | SS K.Kennedy | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| --- | FS T.McGee | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-10-PIT38 (3Q: 06:11) Jay Cutler pass completed to WR Malcom Floyd for 27 yards. Tackled by S Anthony Smith. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Floyd gained 6 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT D.Cowsette | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB M.Brandon | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB A.Jordan | Deep Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Primary, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB R.Thompson | Short Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS K.Paymah | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-BUF35 (3Q: 05:34) Brian Westbrook ran around left end for 2 yards. Tackled by CB Fabian Washington.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | In Box | --- | | X(SE) T.Streets |
| +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE C.Clemons | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB J.Darling | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd |
| +++ | WLB J.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| --- | NB K.Paymah | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-8-BUF33 (3Q: 04:57) Jay Cutler pass was blocked at the line, intended for RB Brian Westbrook. OLB Julian Peterson blocked the pass.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) F.Gibson | Secondary, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | 3tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | SLB J.Peterson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | TE J.Holloway | Protect | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | WLB K.Morrison | Short Zone | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-8-BUF33 (3Q: 04:50) Jay Cutler pass completed to RB Marc Brandon for 8 yards. Tackled by OLB Julian Peterson. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Primary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB M.Brandon | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB A.Jordan | Deep Zone | +++ | | SLOT F.Gibson | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB R.Thompson | Man-to-Man | --- | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS A.Smith | Deep Zone | --- | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS K.Paymah | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-BUF25 (3Q: 04:25) Brian Westbrook ran outside the right tackle for 14 yards. Tackled by DE Courtney Brown, assisted by DT Keith Wright. Key block delivered by Amir Torres.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets |
| +++ | 3tcDT K.Wright | In Box | --- | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | 1tcDT D.Cowsette | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE C.Clemons | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB J.Peterson | In Box | --- | | TE J.Holloway |
| +++ | MLB J.Darling | In Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | WLB K.Morrison | In Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS A.Smith | Out of Box | +++ |
|
1-10-BUF11 (3Q: 04:04) Jay Cutler scrambled for -1 yards. Tackled by ILB James Darling and assisted by S Benny Sapp.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | --- | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB T.McGee | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-11-BUF12 (3Q: 03:22) Jay Cutler pass completed to WR Malcom Floyd for 8 yards. Tackled by S Kenoy Kennedy. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Short Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | --- |
|
3-3-BUF04 (3Q: 02:52) Marc Brandon ran inside the left tackle for 0 yards. Tackled by S Anthony Smith, assisted by DE Chris Clemons.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets |
| +++ | 3tcDT J.Thornton | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Wright | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE C.Clemons | In Box | +++ | | RB M.Brandon | Ball Carrier | --- | MLB A.Jordan | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd |
| +++ | WLB J.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| --- | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB R.Thompson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS A.Smith | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS K.Paymah | Out of Box | +++ |
|
| 4-3-BUF04 (3Q: 02:10) Justin Medlock attempted a 21 yard field goal and succeeded. Buffalo 14, Pittsburgh 10 |
| (3Q: 02:04) Justin Medlock kicked off 71 yards from the PIT35. Touchback. |
1-10-BUF25 (3Q: 02:04) David Kirtman ran a counterplay inside the right tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by S Josh Gattis, assisted by ILB Marcus Merritt. Pittsburgh's Kenyon Clemons was hurt on the play. This appears to be a minor leg injury. He should be able to remain in the game.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran |
| +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | FB R.Konrad |
| +++ | WILB M.Merritt | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | In Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB D.Alcott | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-8-BUF27 (3Q: 01:26) Eli Manning pass was dropped by RB David Kirtman.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT B.Finneran | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Smith | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Primary, S Screen (S) | --- | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| --- | LCB M.Hawkins | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| --- | NB D.Alcott | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-8-BUF27 (3Q: 01:21) Eli Manning pass completed to RB David Kirtman for 3 yards. Tackled by CB Kenyon Clemons.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Anderson | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | NT K.Peterson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | --- | | TE E.Johnson | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WILB M.Merritt | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Deep Zone | --- | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Short Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | --- |
|
| 4-5-BUF30 (3Q: 00:48) Ray Hollas punted 64 yards. Calvin Johnson returned the kick 1 yard to the PIT07. Tackled by Rob Konrad. |
1-10-PIT07 (3Q: 00:40) Jay Cutler pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Tai Streets. DT John Thornton hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) T.Streets | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Deep Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| --- | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Short Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-PIT07 (3Q: 00:35) Jay Cutler pass completed to TE Jason McKie for 5 yards. Tackled by S Kenoy Kennedy. The ball was fumbled and recovered by PIT Calvin Johnson on the PIT12.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | --- | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | --- | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Protect | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Secondary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | --- | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Short Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| Start of fourth quarter. |
3-5-PIT12 (4Q: 15:00) Jay Cutler pass completed to WR Calvin Johnson for 5 yards. Tackled by OLB Raynoch Thompson. Johnson gained 3 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) F.Gibson | Secondary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | Rush Passer | --- | | SLOT T.Streets | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | --- | | RB M.Brandon | Protect | +++ | MLB A.Jordan | Blitz Passer | +++ | | FB S.McHugh | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Bump and Run | --- | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB R.Thompson | Short Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS K.Paymah | Deep Zone | --- |
|
1-10-PIT17 (4Q: 14:27) Jay Cutler pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Malcom Floyd. CB Fabian Washington defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Deep Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Short Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-PIT17 (4Q: 14:22) Jay Cutler pass was blocked at the line, intended for RB Marc Brandon. DT Keith Wright blocked the pass. PENALTY: T Victor Rogers of Pittsburgh was called for Offensive Holding.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Holloway | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | 3tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) M.Floyd | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB M.Brandon | Primary, S Screen (S) | --- | SLB J.Peterson | Spy on QB | +++ | | TE G.Dux | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| --- | WLB K.Morrison | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| --- | FS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-18-PIT09 (4Q: 14:15) Brian Westbrook ran inside the left guard for 4 yards. Tackled by DT John Thornton, assisted by DT Delbert Cowsette.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE C.Clemons | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Ball Carrier | --- | MLB J.Darling | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd |
| +++ | WLB J.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-14-PIT13 (4Q: 13:46) Jay Cutler sacked by CB Terrence McGee for a loss of 5 yards. Sack allowed by Amir Torres.
| OFFENSE | 014 Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) F.Gibson | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | 1tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) T.Streets | Primary, 9 Fade (27-39) | --- | RDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB A.Jordan | Deep Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Lake | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| --- | NB K.Paymah | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| --- | DB R.Thompson | Short Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-19-PIT08 (4Q: 13:07) Al Oscarson punted 45 yards. T.J. Housmandzadeh returned the kick 5 yards to the PIT48. Tackled by Fred Gibson. |
1-10-PIT48 (4Q: 13:00) Eli Manning pass completed to WR Brian Finneran for 4 yards. Tackled by CB William Gay. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Finneran gained 1 yard after the catch. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB A.Shepherd | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith | Outlet, S Screen (S) | --- | WLB T.Dobbins | Double Z(FL) | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Man-to-Man | --- | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Deep Zone | --- |
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2-6-PIT44 (4Q: 12:24) Eli Manning pass fell incomplete, intended for WR T.J. Housmandzadeh. ILB Tedy Bruschi defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | +++ | | RB A.Shepherd | Outlet, S Screen (S) | --- | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-6-PIT44 (4Q: 12:18) Eli Manning pass completed to WR Steve Smith for 25 yards. Tackled by OLB Adam Hayward. Smith gained 18 yards after the catch. PENALTY: CB Kenyon Clemons of Pittsburgh was called for Defensive Holding. The penalty was declined.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | NT K.Peterson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SILB M.Merritt | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | WLB D.McClover | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Deep Zone | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB W.Gay | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Short Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT19 (4Q: 12:03) Eli Manning scrambled for 11 yards. Tackled by ILB Tedy Bruschi. PENALTY: G Dan Buenning of Buffalo was called for Offensive Holding.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | NT K.Peterson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Protect | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Primary, S Screen (S) | --- | WILB M.Merritt | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| --- | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 1-20-PIT29 (4Q: 11:53) PENALTY: DT Johnny Jolly of Pittsburgh was called for Encroachment. |
1-15-PIT24 (4Q: 11:49) Play-Action. Eli Manning pass completed to WR T.J. Housmandzadeh for 2 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by S Michael Hawkins. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Protect | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | --- | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Blitz Passer | --- | | SLOT S.Smith | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | Double Z(FL) | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Man-to-Man | --- | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Short Zone | --- | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 2-13-PIT22 (4Q: 11:15) PENALTY: DE Atiyyah Ellison of Pittsburgh was called for Encroachment. |
| 2-8-PIT17 (4Q: 11:11) PENALTY: T John Tait of Buffalo was called for a False Start. |
2-13-PIT22 (4Q: 11:05) Eli Manning pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Stephen Alexander. CB Dwayne Alcott defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Finneran | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) J.McAddley | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WILB M.Merritt | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB D.Alcott | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-13-PIT22 (4Q: 10:56) Eli Manning pass completed to WR T.J. Housmandzadeh for 6 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by ILB Marcus Merritt.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | NT A.Purvis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Protect | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | --- | | RB D.Kirtman | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB M.Merritt | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WLB D.McClover | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Deep Zone | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB W.Gay | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Short Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-7-PIT16 (4Q: 10:25) Nick Novak attempted a 33 yard field goal and succeeded. Buffalo 17, Pittsburgh 10 |
| (4Q: 10:17) Nick Novak kicked off 68 yards from the BUF35. Touchback. |
1-10-PIT25 (4Q: 10:17) Jay Cutler pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Calvin Johnson. CB Fabian Washington simply crushed the receiver as the ball arrived.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | --- | | RB B.Westbrook | Protect | +++ | SLB J.Peterson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | TE J.Holloway | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Deep Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | WLB K.Morrison | Short Zone | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | --- | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS T.McGee | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-PIT25 (4Q: 10:10) Jay Cutler pass completed to TE Jason McKie for -4 yards. Tackled by S Kenoy Kennedy, assisted by CB Karl Paymah.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | --- | | RB B.Westbrook | Protect | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Deep Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | --- | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-14-PIT21 (4Q: 09:38) Jay Cutler pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Jason McKie. DE Dewayne Robertson hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Primary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB M.Brandon | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB A.Jordan | Deep Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB R.Thompson | Short Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| --- | FS K.Paymah | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-14-PIT21 (4Q: 09:29) Al Oscarson punted 35 yards. T.J. Housmandzadeh returned the kick 11 yards to the PIT45. Tackled by Troy Fleming. |
1-10-PIT45 (4Q: 09:19) Eli Manning pass completed to RB David Kirtman for 2 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by DE Robert Geathers. Kirtman gained 2 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | --- | | SLOT J.McAddley | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| --- | NB D.Alcott | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| --- | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Double Z(FL) | +++ |
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2-8-PIT43 (4Q: 08:55) Eli Manning kept the ball, running a trap outside the left tackle for 6 yards. Tackled by OLB Darrell McClover.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB E.Manning | Ball Carrier | *** | LDE P.Haralson | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran |
| +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman |
| +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Anderson |
| +++ | WILB M.Merritt | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | In Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-2-PIT37 (4Q: 08:30) Eli Manning pass completed to TE Courtney Anderson for 11 yards. Tackled by CB Kenyon Clemons. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Anderson gained 3 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage. PENALTY: OLB Darrell McClover of Pittsburgh was called for Defensive Holding. The penalty was declined.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Anderson | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | Spy on QB | --- | | RB A.Shepherd | Protect | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | --- | | FB R.Konrad | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | WILB M.Merritt | Double TE | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB D.Alcott | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB M.Hawkins | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS K.Clemons | Deep Zone | --- |
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1-10-PIT26 (4Q: 08:21) Alexis Shepherd ran around right end for -2 yards. Tackled by OLB Tim Dobbins.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran |
| +++ | SLB A.Hayward | In Box | +++ | | RB A.Shepherd | Ball Carrier | --- | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith |
| +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| --- | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| --- | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-12-PIT28 (4Q: 07:45) Eli Manning pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Steve Smith. DE Atiyyah Ellison hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB A.Shepherd | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| --- | NB D.Alcott | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-12-PIT28 (4Q: 07:39) Eli Manning pass was dropped by TE Stephen Alexander.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Finneran | Primary, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | NT K.Peterson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) J.McAddley | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Protect | +++ | SILB M.Merritt | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT T.Housmandzadeh | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB D.McClover | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| --- | LCB M.Hawkins | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Deep Zone | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Short Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-12-PIT28 (4Q: 07:33) Nick Novak attempted a 45 yard field goal and succeeded. Buffalo 20, Pittsburgh 10 |
| (4Q: 07:25) Nick Novak kicked off 68 yards from the BUF35. Touchback. |
1-10-PIT25 (4Q: 07:25) Jay Cutler pass completed to WR Calvin Johnson for 3 yards. Tackled by OLB Julian Peterson.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT F.Gibson | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Man-to-Man | --- | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-7-PIT28 (4Q: 06:55) Jay Cutler kept the ball, running outside the right tackle for 1 yard. Tackled by ILB James Darling, assisted by DE Chris Clemons.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler | Ball Carrier | *** | LDE C.Brown | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) F.Gibson |
| +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE C.Clemons | In Box | +++ | | RB M.Brandon |
| +++ | MLB J.Darling | In Box | +++ | | FB S.McHugh |
| +++ | WLB J.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| --- | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-6-PIT29 (4Q: 06:12) Jay Cutler pass completed to WR Tai Streets for 11 yards. Tackled by S Anthony Smith. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | --- | | RB M.Brandon | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB A.Jordan | Deep Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Blitz Passer | --- | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB R.Thompson | Short Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS K.Paymah | Deep Zone | --- |
|
1-10-PIT40 (4Q: 05:49) Jay Cutler pass fell incomplete, intended for RB Brian Westbrook. OLB Julian Peterson defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Secondary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Deep Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Blitz Passer | --- | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-PIT40 (4Q: 05:40) Jay Cutler pass completed to TE Jason McKie for 10 yards. Tackled by DE Courtney Brown.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | --- | | RB B.Westbrook | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | --- | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS T.McGee | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT50 (4Q: 05:18) Jay Cutler pass completed to RB Brian Westbrook for 17 yards. Tackled by CB Terrence McGee. Westbrook gained 3 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) T.Streets | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | SLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | FB S.McHugh | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Spy on QB | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | WLB K.Morrison | Short Zone | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS C.Anderson | Deep Zone | --- | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS A.Smith | Deep Zone | --- |
|
1-10-BUF33 (4Q: 05:01) Jay Cutler pass completed to WR Tai Streets for 33 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Streets gained 15 yards after the catch. Buffalo 20, Pittsburgh 16
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Primary, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT D.Cowsette | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Man-to-Man | --- | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| (4Q: 05:01) Extra point by Justin Medlock was good. Buffalo 20, Pittsburgh 17 |
| (4Q: 04:47) Justin Medlock kicked off 74 yards from the PIT35. Touchback. |
1-10-BUF25 (4Q: 04:47) Play-Action. Eli Manning pass completed to WR T.J. Housmandzadeh for 13 yards. Tackled by OLB Tim Dobbins. Housmandzadeh gained 2 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WILB M.Merritt | Bump and Run | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-BUF38 (4Q: 04:03) Eli Manning pass completed to WR T.J. Housmandzadeh for 5 yards. Tackled by S Jordan Babineaux. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage. Buffalo's Jason McAddley was hurt on the play. This appears to be a minor shoulder injury. He should be able to remain in the game.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | NT K.Peterson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | +++ | | RB A.Shepherd | Protect | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT J.McAddley | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | Blitz Passer | --- | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Man-to-Man | --- | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Short Zone | --- | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Double Z(FL) | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-5-BUF43 (4Q: 03:16) Alexis Shepherd ran around left end for -3 yards. Tackled by S Jordan Babineaux.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Finneran |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) J.McAddley |
| +++ | SLB A.Hayward | In Box | +++ | | RB A.Shepherd | Ball Carrier | --- | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith |
| +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| --- | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| --- | NB D.Alcott | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-8-BUF40 (4Q: 02:33) Eli Manning kept the ball, running around right end for 2 yards. Tackled by DT Johnny Jolly, assisted by OLB Darrell McClover.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB E.Manning | Ball Carrier | *** | LDE P.Haralson | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Anderson |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran |
| +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman |
| +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | FB R.Konrad |
| +++ | WILB M.Merritt | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | In Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Out of Box | +++ |
|
| Pittsburgh called a time out. |
| 4-6-BUF42 (4Q: 02:26) Ray Hollas punted 48 yards. Calvin Johnson returned the kick 1 yard to the PIT11. Tackled by Rob Konrad. |
1-10-PIT11 (4Q: 02:17) Jay Cutler pass was thrown incomplete, intended for TE Jabari Holloway.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Holloway | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Secondary, 7 Corner (19-26) | --- | RDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | MLB J.Darling | Spy on QB | +++ | | FB S.McHugh | Protect | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-PIT11 (4Q: 02:10) Play-Action. Jay Cutler pass completed to TE Grady Dux for 54 yards. Tackled by OLB Julian Peterson. Dux gained 20 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 230 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Holloway | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | --- | | TE G.Dux | Primary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | --- | | RB M.Brandon | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Spy on QB | --- | | FB T.Fleming | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Bump and Run | --- | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | --- |
|
| Official time out for the two-minute warning. |
1-10-BUF35 (4Q: 02:00) Jay Cutler pass was dropped by WR Darien Lake.
| OFFENSE | 014 Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Press-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) F.Gibson | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | 1tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Primary, 9 Fade (27-39) | --- | RDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB A.Jordan | Spy on QB | +++ | | SLOT D.Lake | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | --- | LCB F.Washington | Bump and Run | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | DB B.Sapp | Short Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS C.Anderson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-BUF35 (4Q: 01:51) Jay Cutler pass completed to WR Tai Streets for -1 yards. Tackled by CB Terrence McGee.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Cowsette | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Secondary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Spy on QB | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-11-BUF36 (4Q: 01:35) Jay Cutler pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Tai Streets. DE Chris Clemons hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB M.Brandon | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB A.Jordan | Spy on QB | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB R.Thompson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS A.Smith | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS K.Paymah | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-11-BUF36 (4Q: 01:30) Justin Medlock attempted a 53 yard field goal and succeeded. Pittsburgh 20, Buffalo 20 |
| (4Q: 01:24) Justin Medlock kicked off 52 yards from the PIT35. T.J. Housmandzadeh returned the ball 17 yards to the BUF30. Tackled by Darien Lake. |
1-10-BUF30 (4Q: 01:16) Eli Manning pass completed to WR Jason McAddley for 14 yards. Tackled by CB Dwayne Alcott. McAddley gained 4 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Finneran | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) J.McAddley | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Protect | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS D.McClover | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-BUF44 (4Q: 00:54) Eli Manning sacked by DE Kenny Peterson for a loss of 3 yards. Sack allowed by Michael Roos.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Dime Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Anderson | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | NT A.Purvis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE K.Peterson | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | SLB M.Merritt | Short Zone | +++ | | RB A.Shepherd | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB D.McClover | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | LCB D.Alcott | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | NB W.Gay | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| --- | DB A.Hayward | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| --- | SS M.Huff | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| --- | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| Buffalo called a time out. |
2-13-BUF41 (4Q: 00:44) Play-Action. Eli Manning pass completed to RB David Kirtman for 12 yards. Tackled by ILB Marcus Merritt. Kirtman gained 3 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | True 34, Dime Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Finneran | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | NT A.Purvis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) J.McAddley | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | SLB M.Merritt | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB D.McClover | Blitz Passer | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | LCB D.Alcott | Bump and Run | --- | | LT J.Tait |
| --- | RCB K.Clemons | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | NB W.Gay | Short Zone | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | DB A.Hayward | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS M.Huff | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| Buffalo called a time out. |
3-1-PIT47 (4Q: 00:37) Eli Manning pass completed to FB Rob Konrad for 10 yards. Tackled by OLB Adam Hayward. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Dime Personnel, Press-1 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | NT A.Purvis | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT B.Finneran | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE K.Peterson | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Smith | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB M.Merritt | Spy on QB | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WLB D.McClover | Short Zone | --- | | FB R.Konrad | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | LCB D.Alcott | Bump and Run | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | NB W.Gay | Bump and Run | --- | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | DB A.Hayward | Double Z(FL) | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Bump and Run | --- | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| Buffalo called a time out. |
| 1-10-PIT37 (4Q: 00:04) Nick Novak attempted a 54 yard field goal and missed short of the crossbar. |
| Buffalo won the coin toss and will receive to begin overtime. |
| Start of overtime 1. |
| (OT: 15:00) Justin Medlock kicked off 72 yards from the PIT35. Touchback. |
1-10-BUF25 (OT: 15:00) Steve Smith ran a reverse around left end for 12 yards. Tackled by OLB Tim Dobbins, assisted by S Michael Hawkins. Key block delivered by John Tait.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran |
| +++ | SLB A.Hayward | In Box | +++ | | RB A.Shepherd |
| +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith | Ball Carrier | +++ | WLB T.Dobbins | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB W.Gay | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB D.Alcott | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS M.Huff | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-10-BUF37 (OT: 14:17) David Kirtman ran outside the right tackle for 6 yards. Tackled by ILB Tedy Bruschi. Key block delivered by Dan Koppen.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh |
| +++ | NT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE K.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran |
| +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | FB R.Konrad |
| +++ | WILB M.Merritt | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | In Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-4-BUF43 (OT: 13:46) Eli Manning sacked by DT Johnny Jolly for a loss of 5 yards. Sack allowed by Chris Naeole.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE C.Anderson | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Protect | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | FB R.Konrad | Secondary, S Screen (S) | --- | WILB M.Merritt | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| --- | LCB M.Hawkins | Blitz Passer | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| --- | SS J.Babineaux | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-9-BUF38 (OT: 13:24) Eli Manning pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Stephen Alexander. DE Kenny Peterson hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE K.Peterson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | NT A.Purvis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Primary, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SILB M.Merritt | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB D.McClover | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Deep Zone | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB W.Gay | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Short Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| --- | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-9-BUF38 (OT: 13:18) Ray Hollas punted 53 yards. Calvin Johnson returned the kick 6 yards to the PIT15. Tackled by David Kirtman. |
1-10-PIT15 (OT: 13:11) Jay Cutler pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Tai Streets. S Benny Sapp knocked the ball out of his grasp.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE C.Brown | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT D.Cowsette | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Protect | +++ | MLB J.Darling | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Short Zone | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-PIT15 (OT: 13:06) Brian Westbrook ran inside the left tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by DT Delbert Cowsette.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets |
| +++ | 3tcDT L.Tripplett | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | 1tcDT D.Cowsette | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson |
| +++ | RDE K.Wright | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Westbrook | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB J.Darling | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd |
| +++ | WLB J.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Out of Box | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB B.Sapp | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB K.Paymah | Out of Box | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS K.Kennedy | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS E.Coleman | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-8-PIT17 (OT: 12:41) Jay Cutler pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Malcom Floyd. OLB Raynoch Thompson defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Cutler |
| *** | LDE D.Robertson | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Streets | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Thornton | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | --- | 1tcDT K.Wright | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Johnson | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | --- | RDE C.Clemons | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB M.Brandon | Protect | +++ | MLB A.Jordan | Deep Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Floyd | Secondary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | WLB J.Peterson | Short Zone | +++ | | LT V.Rogers |
| +++ | LCB F.Washington | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB T.McGee | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Torres |
| +++ | NB R.Thompson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG R.Frederick |
| +++ | SS A.Smith | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Davis |
| +++ | FS K.Paymah | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-8-PIT17 (OT: 12:33) Al Oscarson punted 44 yards. T.J. Housmandzadeh returned the kick 6 yards to the BUF45. Tackled by Jason McKie. |
1-10-BUF45 (OT: 12:23) Eli Manning pass completed to TE Stephen Alexander for 21 yards. Tackled by ILB Tedy Bruschi. Alexander gained 16 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE P.Haralson | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | NT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Secondary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | Short Zone | +++ | | TE E.Johnson | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WILB M.Merritt | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Deep Zone | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Short Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT34 (OT: 11:53) Eli Manning kept the ball, running a trap outside the left tackle for 4 yards. Tackled by DE Kenny Peterson.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB E.Manning | Ball Carrier | *** | LDE P.Haralson | In Box | --- | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker |
| +++ | NT K.Peterson | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE A.Ellison | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran |
| +++ | SLB T.Dobbins | In Box | --- | | RB D.Kirtman |
| +++ | SILB T.Bruschi | In Box | +++ | | TE C.Anderson |
| +++ | WILB M.Merritt | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | In Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-6-PIT30 (OT: 11:15) Eli Manning kept the ball, running around the left tackle for 0 yards. Tackled by OLB Darrell McClover.
| OFFENSE | 014t Personnel | DEFENSE | True 34, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB E.Manning | Ball Carrier | *** | LDE A.Ellison | In Box | --- | | X(SE) M.Sims-Walker |
| +++ | NT A.Purvis | In Box | +++ | | TE S.Alexander |
| +++ | RDE R.Geathers | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Smith |
| +++ | SLB M.Merritt | In Box | +++ | | SLOT B.Finneran |
| +++ | WLB D.McClover | In Box | +++ | | SLOT J.McAddley |
| +++ | LCB J.Babineaux | Out of Box | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Out of Box | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | NB W.Gay | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | DB A.Hayward | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS M.Huff | Out of Box | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| +++ | FS J.Gattis | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-6-PIT30 (OT: 10:51) Eli Manning pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Steve Smith. S Michael Hawkins defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | True 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB E.Manning |
| *** | LDE R.Geathers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Housmandzadeh | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | NT A.Purvis | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE S.Alexander | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | RDE A.Ellison | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Finneran | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | SLB A.Hayward | Short Zone | +++ | | RB D.Kirtman | Protect | +++ | SILB M.Merritt | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Smith | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB D.McClover | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Tait |
| +++ | LCB M.Hawkins | Short Zone | +++ | | LG C.Naeole |
| +++ | RCB K.Clemons | Deep Zone | +++ | | C D.Koppen |
| +++ | NB W.Gay | Deep Zone | --- | | RG D.Buenning |
| +++ | SS J.Babineaux | Short Zone | +++ | | RT M.Roos |
| --- | FS J.Gattis | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-6-PIT30 (OT: 10:45) Nick Novak attempted a 47 yard field goal and succeeded. Buffalo 23, Pittsburgh 20 |
| Final Score: Buffalo Bills 23, Pittsburgh Steelers 20 |