| Played in Pittsburgh, PA, weather: 84 degrees, fair, 3 mph wind. |
| Minnesota won the toss and elected to receive. |
| Start of first quarter. |
| (1Q: 15:00) Dan Carpenter kicked off 70 yards from the PIT35. Touchback. |
1-10-MIN25 (1Q: 15:00) Cory Boyd ran inside the right guard for 15 yards. Tackled by OLB Clay Matthews. Key block delivered by Oniel Cousins. Cousins flattened Chris Horton to ensure the play's success.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE A.Branch | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Cooley |
| +++ | RDE J.Devine | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) A.Arrington |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Boyd | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | FB J.Leisle |
| +++ | WILB B.Scott | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | LCB J.Wade | Out of Box | --- | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Mitchell | Out of Box | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | In Box | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | --- |
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1-10-MIN40 (1Q: 14:29) Sam Bradford pass completed to WR Adrian Arrington for 3 yards. Tackled by CB Clayton Mitchell. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE J.Devine | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) S.Johnson | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | --- | | FB J.Leisle | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WILB B.Scott | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | LCB J.Wade | Blitz Passer | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Mitchell | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Man-to-Man | --- | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Double X(SE) | +++ |
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2-7-MIN43 (1Q: 13:42) Brandon Jackson ran inside the left tackle for 15 yards. Tackled by OLB Clay Matthews. Key block delivered by King Dunlap. PENALTY: OLB Clay Matthews of Pittsburgh was called for Illegal Use of the Hands by the Defense. The penalty was declined.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Posey |
| +++ | RDE A.Branch | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) A.Arrington |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | FB J.Leisle |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | --- | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Kirkpatrick | Out of Box | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB J.Wade | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB C.Marsh | Out of Box | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Out of Box | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
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| 1-10-PIT42 (1Q: 13:34) PENALTY: WR Adrian Arrington of Minnesota was called for a False Start. |
1-15-PIT47 (1Q: 13:28) Brandon Jackson ran inside the left guard for 3 yards. Tackled by ILB Kaluka Maiava.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE A.Branch | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Cooley |
| +++ | RDE J.Devine | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | FB J.Leisle |
| +++ | WILB B.Scott | In Box | --- | | LT J.Veldheer |
| --- | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | LCB J.Wade | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Mitchell | Out of Box | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Out of Box | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-12-PIT44 (1Q: 12:45) Sam Bradford pass completed to WR Stevie Johnson for -4 yards. Tackled by ILB Kaluka Maiava, assisted by DE J.C. Devine.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Protect | +++ | RDE J.Devine | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB C.Boyd | Protect | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Protect | +++ | WILB B.Scott | Blitz Passer | --- | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Short Zone | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | LCB J.Wade | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Mitchell | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | --- |
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3-16-PIT48 (1Q: 12:04) Sam Bradford scrambled for 7 yards. Tackled by CB Curtis Marsh. The ball was fumbled and recovered by PIT Robert Ayers for 2 yards to the PIT43.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT O.Finley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | RDE J.Devine | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB W.Dawkins | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SILB B.Scott | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT S.Gomez | Outlet, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | WLB P.Dillard | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Kirkpatrick | Short Zone | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Deep Zone | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| --- | NB C.Mitchell | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Butler | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS D.Lowery | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT43 (1Q: 11:54) JaMarcus Russell pass completed to WR Mike Willams for 3 yards. Tackled by CB Greg Blue.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB J.Russell |
| *** | LDE S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Cribbs | Secondary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | --- | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT B.Hall | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) M.Willams | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE T.Crawford | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB L.White | Protect | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Blitz Passer | +++ | | TE D.Schouman | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB G.Lloyd | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | WLB A.Montgomery | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS K.Baker | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-7-PIT46 (1Q: 11:28) LenDale White ran outside the right tackle for 5 yards. Tackled by DE Stephen Tulloch.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB J.Russell |
| *** | LDE S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Cribbs |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | +++ | | TE G.Olsen |
| +++ | 3tcDT B.Hall | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) M.Willams |
| +++ | RDE T.Crawford | In Box | --- | | RB L.White | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB G.Lloyd | In Box | +++ | | SLOT B.Jones |
| +++ | WLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB B.Radecki | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS K.Baker | Out of Box | --- | | RT J.Brewer |
| --- | FS R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-2-MIN49 (1Q: 11:00) JaMarcus Russell pass completed to RB Justin Hamilton for 21 yards. Tackled by OLB Brant Hume. Hamilton gained 15 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB J.Russell |
| *** | LDE S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE D.Schouman | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT H.Newman | Rush Passer | --- | | TE G.Olsen | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB B.Hume | Short Zone | +++ | | FB L.White | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB V.Barlow | Blitz Passer | --- | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | WLB A.Montgomery | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB D.Floyd | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS R.Clark | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS L.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-MIN28 (1Q: 10:16) LenDale White ran outside the right tackle for -1 yards. Tackled by DT Brenden Hall.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB J.Russell |
| *** | LDE S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Cribbs |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | +++ | | TE G.Olsen |
| +++ | 3tcDT B.Hall | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) M.Willams |
| +++ | RDE T.Crawford | In Box | +++ | | RB L.White | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB G.Lloyd | In Box | +++ | | SLOT B.Jones |
| +++ | WLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB B.Radecki | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-11-MIN29 (1Q: 09:35) JaMarcus Russell sacked by OLB Ray Jones for a loss of 11 yards. Sack allowed by Junius Coston.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB J.Russell |
| *** | LDE S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Cribbs | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Protect | --- | 3tcDT B.Hall | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) M.Willams | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | RDE T.Crawford | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB L.White | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Blitz Passer | +++ | | TE D.Schouman | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | MLB G.Lloyd | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | WLB A.Montgomery | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| --- | SS K.Baker | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-22-MIN40 (1Q: 08:53) JaMarcus Russell pass completed to WR Brandon Jones for 26 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by OLB Alan Montgomery. Jones gained 20 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Russell |
| *** | LDE S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE D.Schouman | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT B.Hall | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE T.Crawford | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Williams | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | FB L.White | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | MLB G.Lloyd | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | WLB A.Montgomery | Short Zone | --- | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Man-to-Man | --- | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Deep Zone | --- |
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1-10-MIN14 (1Q: 08:24) JaMarcus Russell pass completed to RB LenDale White for 8 yards. Tackled by CB Bryson Radecki. White gained 2 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Man to Man, Buzz | | QB J.Russell |
| *** | LDE S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Cribbs | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT B.Hall | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) M.Willams | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | RDE T.Crawford | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB L.White | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | MLB G.Lloyd | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT B.Jones | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WLB R.Jones | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Bump and Run | --- | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB B.Radecki | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS K.Baker | Short Zone | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Bump and Run | +++ |
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2-2-MIN06 (1Q: 07:45) JaMarcus Russell pass was intended for WR Mike Willams and was intercepted by CB Ryan Clark in the end zone. Touchback.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB J.Russell |
| *** | LDE S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Cribbs | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT B.Hall | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) M.Willams | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | --- | RDE T.Crawford | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB L.White | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT B.Jones | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | MLB G.Lloyd | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| --- | WLB A.Montgomery | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| --- | SS K.Baker | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-MIN20 (1Q: 07:32) Sam Bradford pass completed to WR Stevie Johnson for 21 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by S Chris Horton. Johnson gained 7 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | --- | | RB C.Boyd | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Gomez | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Kirkpatrick | Short Zone | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB J.Wade | Deep Zone | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB C.Marsh | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-MIN41 (1Q: 06:54) Brandon Jackson ran inside the right guard for 6 yards. Tackled by DT Johnny Jolly. Key block delivered by Robert Berry.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE A.Branch | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Cooley |
| +++ | RDE J.Devine | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | FB J.Leisle |
| +++ | WILB B.Scott | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | --- | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | LCB J.Wade | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Mitchell | Out of Box | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Out of Box | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-4-MIN47 (1Q: 06:11) Play-Action. Sam Bradford pass completed to RB Cory Boyd for 2 yards. Tackled by CB Curtis Marsh. Boyd gained 4 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) S.Johnson | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB C.Boyd | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Gomez | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Blitz Passer | --- | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Kirkpatrick | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB J.Wade | Bump and Run | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB C.Marsh | Short Zone | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-2-MIN49 (1Q: 05:24) Play-Action. Sam Bradford pass fell incomplete, intended for TE John Cooley. OLB Clay Matthews defended the pass. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT O.Finley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | SLB R.Gilmore | Spy on QB | +++ | | RB C.Boyd | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SILB B.Scott | Double X(SE) | +++ | | SLOT S.Gomez | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB J.Huckeba | Bump and Run | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB C.Matthews | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Bump and Run | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB J.Wade | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| --- | FS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-2-MIN49 (1Q: 05:18) Bryan Anger punted 46 yards. The ball was marked out of bounds at the PIT05. |
1-10-PIT05 (1Q: 05:08) LenDale White ran around the left tackle for 0 yards. Tackled by CB Greg Blue, assisted by DE Tyrone Crawford.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Russell |
| *** | LDE S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Cribbs |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | +++ | | TE G.Olsen |
| +++ | 3tcDT B.Hall | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) M.Willams |
| +++ | RDE T.Crawford | In Box | +++ | | RB L.White | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB G.Lloyd | In Box | +++ | | SLOT B.Jones |
| +++ | WLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB B.Radecki | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Out of Box | --- |
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2-10-PIT05 (1Q: 04:44) JaMarcus Russell pass fell incomplete, intended for RB LenDale White. OLB Ray Jones defended the pass. PENALTY: OLB Alan Montgomery of Minnesota was called for Defensive Pass Interference.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB J.Russell |
| *** | LDE S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Cribbs | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT B.Hall | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) M.Willams | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE T.Crawford | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB L.White | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | TE D.Schouman | Protect | +++ | MLB G.Lloyd | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | WLB A.Montgomery | Man-to-Man | --- | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS K.Baker | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT25 (1Q: 04:37) LenDale White ran inside the left guard for 3 yards. Tackled by CB Ryan Clark, assisted by DT Hardy Newman.
| OFFENSE | 104 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Russell |
| *** | LDE S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Cribbs |
| +++ | 1tcDT H.Newman | In Box | +++ | | SLOT B.Jones |
| +++ | 3tcDT T.Cunningham | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) M.Willams |
| +++ | RDE Q.Groves | In Box | +++ | | RB L.White | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB G.Lloyd | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Hackett |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | RCB B.Radecki | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | NB D.Floyd | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | DB R.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-7-PIT28 (1Q: 04:02) LenDale White ran around the left tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by DE Tyrone Crawford.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB J.Russell |
| *** | LDE S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Cribbs |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | +++ | | TE G.Olsen |
| +++ | 3tcDT B.Hall | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) M.Willams |
| +++ | RDE T.Crawford | In Box | +++ | | RB L.White | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB G.Lloyd | In Box | +++ | | SLOT B.Jones |
| +++ | WLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| --- | RCB G.Blue | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB B.Radecki | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-5-PIT30 (1Q: 03:32) JaMarcus Russell pass completed to WR Mike Willams for 4 yards. Tackled by OLB Alan Montgomery, assisted by CB Kerry Baker.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB J.Russell |
| *** | LDE S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Cribbs | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | 3tcDT B.Hall | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) M.Willams | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE T.Crawford | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Williams | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | --- | | TE D.Schouman | Protect | +++ | MLB G.Lloyd | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | WLB A.Montgomery | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Deep Zone | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS K.Baker | Short Zone | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-1-PIT34 (1Q: 03:01) Britton Colquitt punted 46 yards. Drew Floyd returned the kick 4 yards to the MIN24. Tackled by Phillip Dillard. |
1-10-MIN24 (1Q: 02:54) Cory Boyd ran inside the right tackle for 12 yards. Tackled by ILB Kaluka Maiava. Key block delivered by King Dunlap.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | --- | | TE J.Cooley |
| +++ | RDE A.Branch | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Boyd | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | SLOT S.Gomez |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Kirkpatrick | Out of Box | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB J.Wade | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB C.Marsh | Out of Box | --- | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Out of Box | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
|
1-10-MIN36 (1Q: 02:23) Play-Action. Sam Bradford pass was dropped by FB Jared Leisle.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT D.Posey | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Secondary, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | --- | SILB K.Maiava | Blitz Passer | +++ | | FB J.Leisle | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | WLB R.Gilmore | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Kirkpatrick | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB J.Wade | Bump and Run | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB C.Marsh | Short Zone | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-MIN36 (1Q: 02:17) Brandon Jackson ran inside the right tackle for 8 yards. Tackled by DE Robert Ayers. Key block delivered by Oniel Cousins.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | --- | | SLOT D.Posey |
| +++ | RDE A.Branch | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | --- | | FB J.Leisle |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Kirkpatrick | Out of Box | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB J.Wade | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| --- | NB C.Marsh | Out of Box | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Out of Box | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-2-MIN44 (1Q: 01:48) Play-Action. Sam Bradford scrambled for 8 yards. Tackled by ILB Bart Scott.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT O.Finley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Protect | +++ | RDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | SLB R.Gilmore | Short Zone | +++ | | RB C.Boyd | Protect | --- | SILB B.Scott | Short Zone | +++ | | FB J.Leisle | Protect | +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | Spy on QB | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | WLB C.Matthews | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | LCB C.Marsh | Bump and Run | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB J.Wade | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT48 (1Q: 01:22) Sam Bradford sacked by OLB Clay Matthews and DT Johnny Jolly for a loss of 8 yards. Sack allowed by Jared Veldheer.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT D.Posey | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | --- | RDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | FB J.Leisle | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| --- | LCB D.Kirkpatrick | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB J.Wade | Bump and Run | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| --- | NB C.Marsh | Short Zone | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-18-MIN44 (1Q: 00:45) Play-Action. Sam Bradford pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Stevie Johnson. CB Dre Kirkpatrick hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB C.Boyd | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Gomez | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | --- | WLB R.Gilmore | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Kirkpatrick | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB J.Wade | Bump and Run | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB C.Marsh | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-18-MIN44 (1Q: 00:40) Sam Bradford scrambled for 13 yards. Tackled by CB Dwight Lowery.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT O.Finley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Protect | +++ | RDE J.Devine | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB W.Dawkins | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | --- | SILB B.Scott | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Gomez | Primary, S Screen (S) | --- | WLB P.Dillard | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| --- | LCB D.Kirkpatrick | Short Zone | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Deep Zone | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB C.Mitchell | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Butler | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS D.Lowery | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| Start of second quarter. |
4-5-PIT43 (2Q: 15:00) Play-Action. Sam Bradford pass completed to WR Adrian Arrington for 13 yards. Tackled by ILB Kaluka Maiava, assisted by DE Robert Ayers. Arrington gained 3 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | --- | | TE J.Cooley | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB W.Dawkins | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | FB J.Leisle | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | Short Zone | --- | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Deep Zone | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT30 (2Q: 14:38) Cory Boyd ran inside the left guard for 2 yards. Tackled by ILB Kaluka Maiava.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Cooley |
| +++ | RDE P.Dillard | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Boyd | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | SLOT S.Gomez |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Out of Box | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB J.Wade | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB C.Marsh | Out of Box | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Out of Box | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-8-PIT28 (2Q: 14:08) Sam Bradford pass completed to WR Adrian Arrington for 3 yards. Tackled by S Chris Horton.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Gomez | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WLB P.Dillard | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Kirkpatrick | Short Zone | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB D.Butler | Deep Zone | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB C.Marsh | Deep Zone | --- | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Deep Zone | --- | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-5-PIT25 (2Q: 13:34) Play-Action. Sam Bradford scrambled for 5 yards. Tackled by ILB Jeb Huckeba.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Protect | +++ | RDE J.Devine | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB W.Dawkins | Protect | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | FB B.Jackson | Protect | +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | WLB P.Dillard | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Mitchell | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT20 (2Q: 13:00) Sam Bradford scrambled for 3 yards. Tackled by S Chris Horton.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | --- | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | --- | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB C.Boyd | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT S.Gomez | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB J.Wade | Bump and Run | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| --- | NB C.Marsh | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-7-PIT17 (2Q: 12:18) Brandon Jackson ran inside the left guard for 8 yards. Tackled by DT Johnny Jolly, assisted by S Quinton Carter. Key block delivered by John Cooley.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Cooley |
| +++ | RDE P.Dillard | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | --- | | RB B.Jackson | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | SLOT S.Gomez |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | --- | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Kirkpatrick | Out of Box | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB D.Butler | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB C.Marsh | Out of Box | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Out of Box | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-9-PIT09 (2Q: 11:41) Sam Bradford pass completed to RB Brandon Jackson for 9 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Minnesota 6, Pittsburgh 0
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | RDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | --- | | SLOT S.Gomez | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB J.Wade | Bump and Run | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB C.Marsh | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | --- |
|
| (2Q: 11:41) Extra point by Pat McAfee was good. Minnesota 7, Pittsburgh 0 |
| (2Q: 11:35) Pat McAfee kicked off 73 yards from the MIN35. Touchback. |
1-10-PIT25 (2Q: 11:35) LenDale White ran inside the left guard for 1 yard. Tackled by DT Brenden Hall, assisted by CB Kerry Baker.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB J.Russell |
| *** | LDE S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Cribbs |
| +++ | 1tcDT Q.Groves | In Box | +++ | | TE G.Olsen |
| +++ | 3tcDT B.Hall | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) D.Hackett |
| +++ | RDE T.Crawford | In Box | +++ | | RB L.White | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Graham |
| +++ | MLB G.Lloyd | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | WLB A.Montgomery | In Box | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS K.Baker | In Box | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-9-PIT26 (2Q: 11:04) JaMarcus Russell pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Greg Olsen. DT Quentin Groves hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB J.Russell |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Cribbs | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | --- | | TE G.Olsen | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) M.Willams | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | --- | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB L.White | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | TE D.Schouman | Protect | +++ | MLB G.Lloyd | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | WLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-9-PIT26 (2Q: 10:55) JaMarcus Russell pass was thrown incomplete, intended for WR Brandon Jones.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB J.Russell |
| *** | LDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Cribbs | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | --- | 3tcDT Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) D.Hackett | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE B.Russett | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Williams | Protect | --- | MLB G.Lloyd | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT B.Jones | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | RCB B.Radecki | Deep Zone | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB D.Floyd | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS R.Clark | Short Zone | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| --- | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-9-PIT26 (2Q: 10:48) Britton Colquitt punted 33 yards. Drew Floyd called for a fair catch at the MIN41. |
1-10-MIN41 (2Q: 10:40) Play-Action. Sam Bradford pass was blocked at the line, intended for WR Stevie Johnson. DE Robert Ayers blocked the pass.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington | Secondary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Gomez | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | WLB P.Dillard | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Short Zone | --- | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Deep Zone | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB J.Wade | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-MIN41 (2Q: 10:33) Play-Action. Sam Bradford pass completed to TE John Cooley for 5 yards. Tackled by ILB Kaluka Maiava.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | RDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | FB J.Witten | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | WLB P.Dillard | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Bump and Run | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| --- | RCB C.Mitchell | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-5-MIN46 (2Q: 09:53) Play-Action. Sam Bradford sacked by DE Robert Ayers for a loss of 6 yards. Sack allowed by King Dunlap.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | --- | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | RDE J.Devine | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | --- | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB W.Dawkins | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Gomez | Secondary, S Screen (S) | --- | WLB P.Dillard | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Short Zone | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Deep Zone | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB C.Mitchell | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| --- | FS D.Lowery | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-11-MIN40 (2Q: 09:27) Bryan Anger punted 55 yards. The ball was downed at the PIT05. |
1-10-PIT05 (2Q: 09:20) LenDale White ran outside the right tackle for -4 yards. Tackled by DT Todd Cunningham, assisted by DT Brenden Hall.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB J.Russell |
| *** | LDE S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Cribbs |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | +++ | | TE G.Olsen |
| +++ | 3tcDT B.Hall | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) M.Willams |
| +++ | RDE T.Crawford | In Box | +++ | | RB L.White | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB T.Cunningham | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Hackett |
| +++ | WLB C.Fox | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| --- | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| --- | NB B.Radecki | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| --- | FS R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-14-PIT01 (2Q: 08:56) LenDale White ran around right end for 2 yards. Tackled by CB Ryan Clark, assisted by DT Kedrick Golston. The ball was fumbled and recovered by PIT Derek Schouman to the PIT03.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB J.Russell |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | In Box | --- | | X(SE) D.Hackett |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | +++ | | TE G.Olsen |
| +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) M.Willams |
| +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | In Box | +++ | | RB L.White | Ball Carrier | --- | SLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | TE D.Schouman |
| +++ | MLB G.Lloyd | In Box | --- | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | WLB C.Fox | In Box | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| --- | RCB G.Blue | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-12-PIT03 (2Q: 08:24) JaMarcus Russell pass completed to TE Jimmy Graham for 15 yards. Tackled by CB Greg Blue. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB J.Russell |
| *** | LDE S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE D.Schouman | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | 3tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) M.Willams | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Williams | Protect | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Primary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | MLB G.Lloyd | Deep Zone | --- | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | WLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT18 (2Q: 07:43) Cam Newton kept the ball, running inside the left tackle for -2 yards. Tackled by DE Tyrone Crawford.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Newton | Ball Carrier | *** | LDE S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | +++ | | TE G.Olsen |
| --- | 3tcDT B.Hall | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones |
| +++ | RDE T.Crawford | In Box | +++ | | RB L.White |
| +++ | SLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | TE D.Schouman |
| +++ | MLB C.Fox | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | WLB A.Montgomery | In Box | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | In Box | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-12-PIT16 (2Q: 07:10) Cam Newton pass completed to WR Mike Willams for 9 yards. Tackled by CB Greg Blue.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) M.Willams | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | --- | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | --- | | RB L.White | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT B.Jones | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | WLB R.Jones | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB B.Radecki | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS K.Baker | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-3-PIT25 (2Q: 06:25) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Jimmy Graham. DT Quentin Groves hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE D.Schouman | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | 3tcDT B.Hall | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) D.Hackett | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE T.Crawford | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Williams | Protect | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Primary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | MLB G.Lloyd | Deep Zone | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | WLB T.Cunningham | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | --- | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| --- | SS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-3-PIT25 (2Q: 06:18) Britton Colquitt punted 36 yards. Drew Floyd returned the kick 12 yards to the PIT49. Tackled by Levi Jones. Ball was fumbled and recovered by MIN Hardy Newman at the PIT49. |
1-10-PIT49 (2Q: 06:10) Sam Bradford pass completed to WR Stevie Johnson for 3 yards. Tackled by DE Andre Branch, assisted by CB Johnathan Wade. Johnson gained 4 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Protect | +++ | RDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Double Z(FL) | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Protect | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Spy on QB | +++ | | TE J.Witten | Protect | +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | LCB J.Wade | Bump and Run | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Mitchell | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-7-PIT46 (2Q: 05:30) Brandon Jackson ran inside the right tackle for -3 yards. Tackled by ILB Kaluka Maiava.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Posey |
| +++ | RDE A.Branch | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | FB J.Witten |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Kirkpatrick | Out of Box | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB D.Butler | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB C.Marsh | Out of Box | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| --- | SS D.Lowery | Out of Box | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS Q.Carter | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-10-PIT49 (2Q: 04:50) Sam Bradford scrambled for 9 yards. Tackled by CB Dwight Lowery.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | --- | SLB C.Matthews | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB W.Dawkins | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | TE J.Witten | Protect | +++ | WILB B.Scott | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | WLB P.Dillard | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-1-PIT40 (2Q: 04:15) Bryan Anger punted 40 yards. Touchback. |
1-10-PIT20 (2Q: 04:08) Justin Hamilton ran outside the right tackle for -4 yards. Tackled by DT Brenden Hall.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett |
| +++ | 1tcDT Q.Groves | In Box | +++ | | TE G.Olsen |
| --- | 3tcDT B.Hall | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) M.Willams |
| +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB C.Fox | In Box | +++ | | SLOT B.Jones |
| +++ | WLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| --- | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB B.Radecki | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Out of Box | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-14-PIT16 (2Q: 03:37) LenDale White ran outside the right tackle for 3 yards. Tackled by DE Stephen Tulloch.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Cribbs |
| +++ | 1tcDT Q.Groves | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Graham |
| +++ | 3tcDT B.Hall | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) D.Hackett |
| +++ | RDE T.Crawford | In Box | +++ | | RB L.White | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB T.Cunningham | In Box | +++ | | TE D.Schouman |
| +++ | MLB G.Lloyd | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | WLB C.Fox | In Box | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| --- | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-11-PIT19 (2Q: 03:06) Cam Newton pass completed to RB Cadillac Williams for 4 yards. Tackled by CB Kerry Baker.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Cribbs | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT B.Hall | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) D.Hackett | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE T.Crawford | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Williams | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | --- | | TE D.Schouman | Primary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | MLB G.Lloyd | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| +++ | WLB T.Cunningham | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Deep Zone | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS K.Baker | Short Zone | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| +++ | FS R.Clark | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-7-PIT23 (2Q: 02:43) Britton Colquitt punted 30 yards. Drew Floyd called for a fair catch at the MIN47. |
1-10-MIN47 (2Q: 02:33) Sam Bradford pass was dropped by WR Stevie Johnson.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE C.Matthews | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson | Primary, D Deep Fade (40+) | --- | SLB P.Dillard | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT S.Gomez | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| --- | LCB D.Kirkpatrick | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB J.Wade | Bump and Run | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB D.Butler | Short Zone | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-MIN47 (2Q: 02:22) Brandon Jackson ran a counterplay inside the right tackle for 10 yards. Tackled by ILB Bart Scott. Key block delivered by Oniel Cousins.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE A.Branch | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Cooley |
| +++ | RDE R.Ayers | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | FB J.Leisle |
| +++ | WILB B.Scott | In Box | --- | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Out of Box | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Out of Box | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
|
| Official time out for the two-minute warning. |
1-10-PIT43 (2Q: 02:00) Play-Action. Sam Bradford pass completed to WR Stevie Johnson for 9 yards. Tackled by CB Johnathan Wade.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) A.Arrington | Secondary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | RDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB C.Boyd | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Gomez | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | WLB P.Dillard | Blitz Passer | --- | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB J.Wade | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB C.Marsh | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-1-PIT34 (2Q: 01:19) Cory Boyd ran inside the left guard for 11 yards. Tackled by DE Andre Branch, assisted by S Darius Butler. Key block delivered by King Dunlap. Dunlap ran over Phillip Dillard to set up the play.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Witten |
| +++ | RDE A.Branch | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Boyd | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | SLOT S.Gomez |
| +++ | WLB P.Dillard | In Box | --- | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Out of Box | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB J.Wade | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB C.Marsh | Out of Box | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Out of Box | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | --- |
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1-10-PIT23 (2Q: 00:48) Brandon Jackson ran outside the right tackle for 14 yards. Tackled by ILB Kaluka Maiava. Key block delivered by King Dunlap.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | --- | | SLOT E.Gates |
| +++ | RDE A.Branch | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) A.Arrington |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | FB J.Witten |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Kirkpatrick | Out of Box | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB D.Butler | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB C.Marsh | Out of Box | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Out of Box | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
|
| Minnesota called a time out. |
1-9-PIT09 (2Q: 00:40) Sam Bradford pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Stevie Johnson. ILB Kaluka Maiava defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Witten | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE P.Dillard | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | --- | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB C.Boyd | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Gomez | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Bump and Run | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Kirkpatrick | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB J.Wade | Bump and Run | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB D.Butler | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-9-PIT09 (2Q: 00:34) Sam Bradford pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Stevie Johnson. S Quinton Carter defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | --- | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE A.Branch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT S.Gomez | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Short Zone | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Deep Zone | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB J.Wade | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Lowery | Short Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-9-PIT09 (2Q: 00:28) Play-Action. Sam Bradford pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Stevie Johnson. S Darius Butler defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Arrington | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE R.Gilmore | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB W.Dawkins | Protect | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | FB J.Leisle | Protect | --- | WLB P.Dillard | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | LCB C.Marsh | Short Zone | +++ | | LG R.Harewood |
| +++ | RCB J.Wade | Deep Zone | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG O.Cousins |
| +++ | SS D.Butler | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | FS D.Lowery | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-9-PIT09 (2Q: 00:24) Pat McAfee attempted a 26 yard field goal and succeeded. Minnesota 10, Pittsburgh 0 |
| (2Q: 00:16) Pat McAfee kicked off 69 yards from the MIN35. Touchback. |
1-10-PIT25 (2Q: 00:16) LenDale White ran inside the left tackle for -4 yards. Tackled by CB Jeff Greene, assisted by OLB Ray Jones.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Cribbs |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Graham |
| +++ | 3tcDT B.Hall | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) M.Willams |
| +++ | RDE S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | RB L.White | Ball Carrier | --- | MLB G.Lloyd | In Box | +++ | | SLOT B.Jones |
| +++ | WLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Clady |
| --- | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Jones |
| +++ | RCB G.Blue | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB B.Radecki | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Coston |
| +++ | SS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ | | RT J.Brewer |
| --- | FS R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ |
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| Start of third quarter. |
| (3Q: 15:00) Pat McAfee kicked off 66 yards from the MIN35. Josh Cribbs returned the ball 23 yards to the PIT22. Tackled by Jason Witten. PENALTY: WR D.J. Hackett of Pittsburgh was called for Holding on the Kick Return. |
1-10-PIT07 (3Q: 14:26) Cam Newton pass completed to RB Justin Hamilton for 5 yards. Tackled by ILB Caleb Fox.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) D.Hackett | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | FB C.Williams | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| --- | WLB G.Lloyd | Blitz Passer | --- | | LG J.Hartwig |
| --- | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-5-PIT12 (3Q: 13:59) Cam Newton pass completed to WR Earl Bennett for 14 yards. Tackled by ILB Caleb Fox. Bennett gained 7 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | --- | | TE J.Graham | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | --- | | RB J.Hamilton | Protect | +++ | MLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT E.Bennett | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | --- | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Man-to-Man | --- | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Short Zone | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT26 (3Q: 13:31) Justin Hamilton ran inside the left guard for 45 yards. Tackled by CB Jeff Greene. Key block delivered by Manuel Ramirez.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Graham |
| +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones |
| +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Fox | In Box | --- | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Out of Box | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-10-MIN29 (3Q: 12:50) Cadillac Williams ran around left end for 0 yards. Tackled by CB Ryan Clark.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Graham |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | +++ | | TE G.Olsen |
| +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) D.Hackett |
| +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton |
| +++ | SLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | FB C.Williams | Ball Carrier | --- | MLB C.Fox | In Box | --- | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | In Box | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | In Box | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-10-MIN29 (3Q: 12:07) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Derek Schouman. CB Jeff Greene defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) D.Hackett | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Protect | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | TE D.Schouman | Primary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | Short Zone | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Bump and Run | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| --- | RCB R.Clark | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-10-MIN29 (3Q: 11:59) Play-Action. Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Earl Bennett. CB Ryan Clark defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Protect | --- | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT E.Bennett | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| --- | LCB J.Greene | Short Zone | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| --- | RCB R.Clark | Deep Zone | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Short Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-10-MIN29 (3Q: 11:54) Dan Carpenter attempted a 46 yard field goal and it was blocked by Ray Jones. MIN Ryan Clark recovered the ball at the MIN37 and returned it 38 yards. |
1-10-PIT25 (3Q: 11:44) Play-Action. Sam Bradford pass completed to WR Adrian Arrington for 12 yards. Tackled by S Darius Butler. Arrington gained 3 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Secondary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Witten | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | RDE C.Matthews | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | SLB P.Dillard | Double Z(FL) | --- | | RB B.Jackson | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Bump and Run | --- | | TE J.McKie | Protect | +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | Spy on QB | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Bump and Run | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT13 (3Q: 11:01) Sam Bradford scrambled for 10 yards. Tackled by CB Curtis Marsh.
| OFFENSE | 230 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Witten | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | RDE C.Matthews | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB P.Dillard | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | FB W.Dawkins | Protect | +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Bump and Run | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-3-PIT03 (3Q: 10:16) Brandon Jackson ran inside the left guard for 0 yards. Tackled by OLB Roger Gilmore, assisted by ILB Kaluka Maiava.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Witten |
| +++ | RDE C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington |
| +++ | SLB P.Dillard | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Ball Carrier | --- | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | FB W.Dawkins |
| +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | In Box | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Out of Box | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-3-PIT03 (3Q: 09:44) Brandon Jackson ran inside the left tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by ILB Kaluka Maiava, assisted by S Chris Horton.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Witten |
| +++ | RDE C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington |
| +++ | SLB P.Dillard | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Gates |
| +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | In Box | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Out of Box | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-1-PIT01 (3Q: 09:12) Play-Action. Sam Bradford pass completed to RB Brandon Jackson for 1 yard and a TOUCHDOWN! Minnesota 16, Pittsburgh 0
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Goal Line Personnel, Man to Man, Buzz | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Witten | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Matthews | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE P.Dillard | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | NB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT E.Gates | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB J.Huckeba | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | WILB R.Gilmore | Short Zone | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | WLB D.Butler | Bump and Run | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | LCB C.Marsh | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | RCB Q.Carter | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | SS C.Horton | Bump and Run | +++ |
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| (3Q: 09:12) Extra point by Pat McAfee was good. Minnesota 17, Pittsburgh 0 |
| (3Q: 09:04) Pat McAfee kicked off 74 yards from the MIN35. Touchback. |
1-10-PIT25 (3Q: 09:04) Play-Action. Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for RB Justin Hamilton. ILB Caleb Fox defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) D.Hackett | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | TE D.Schouman | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Bump and Run | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-PIT25 (3Q: 08:59) Cam Newton pass completed to TE Jimmy Graham for 16 yards. Tackled by S LaRon Landry. Graham gained 19 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Protect | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Blitz Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT41 (3Q: 08:27) Justin Hamilton ran around right end for 0 yards. Tackled by S LaRon Landry.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Graham |
| +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones |
| +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Ball Carrier | --- | SLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | TE G.Olsen |
| --- | MLB C.Fox | In Box | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | In Box | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| --- | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | In Box | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-10-PIT41 (3Q: 07:55) Cam Newton pass was dropped by RB Justin Hamilton.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) D.Hackett | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | FB C.Williams | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| --- | WLB G.Lloyd | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-10-PIT41 (3Q: 07:49) Play-Action. Cam Newton pass completed to WR D.J. Hackett for 23 yards. Tackled by CB Ryan Clark. Hackett gained 9 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Protect | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT E.Bennett | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Short Zone | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Deep Zone | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Short Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-MIN36 (3Q: 07:11) Cam Newton sacked by DT Todd Cunningham for a loss of 6 yards. Sack allowed by Manuel Ramirez.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Secondary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | --- | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Protect | +++ | MLB R.Jones | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT E.Bennett | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| --- | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| --- | RCB R.Clark | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| --- | NB G.Blue | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| --- | SS L.Landry | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-16-MIN42 (3Q: 06:25) Justin Hamilton ran inside the left tackle for -1 yards. Tackled by DT Todd Cunningham.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Graham |
| +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones |
| +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Fox | In Box | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| --- | NB G.Blue | Out of Box | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-17-MIN43 (3Q: 05:59) Cam Newton pass completed to WR Earl Bennett for 8 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by ILB Caleb Fox.
| OFFENSE | 014 Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Dime Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | --- | | SLOT E.Bennett | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT B.Robiskie | Outlet, S Screen (S) | --- | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | --- | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Short Zone | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Short Zone | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | DB L.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS R.Jones | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-9-MIN35 (3Q: 05:36) Britton Colquitt punted 35 yards. Touchback. PENALTY: ILB Caleb Fox of Minnesota was called for Offsides. |
| 4-4-MIN30 (3Q: 05:30) Dan Carpenter attempted a 47 yard field goal and missed wide to the right. |
| 1-10-MIN37 (3Q: 05:25) PENALTY: WR Stevie Johnson of Minnesota was called for a False Start. |
1-15-MIN32 (3Q: 05:15) Brandon Jackson ran inside the left guard for 2 yards. Tackled by DT Johnny Jolly, assisted by DE Robert Ayers.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Witten |
| +++ | RDE C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington |
| +++ | SLB P.Dillard | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | FB W.Dawkins |
| +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | In Box | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| --- | LCB D.Butler | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Out of Box | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-13-MIN34 (3Q: 04:39) Play-Action. Sam Bradford pass completed to WR Adrian Arrington for 41 yards. Tackled by ILB Kaluka Maiava. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Arrington gained 35 yards after the catch. PENALTY: C Joe Looney of Minnesota was called for Offensive Holding.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Witten | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE C.Matthews | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB P.Dillard | Blitz Passer | --- | | RB B.Jackson | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT E.Gates | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB J.Wade | Man-to-Man | --- | | RG J.Looney |
| --- | SS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | --- | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-23-MIN24 (3Q: 04:23) Brandon Jackson ran inside the left guard for 7 yards. Tackled by DE Robert Ayers, assisted by OLB Clay Matthews.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Witten |
| +++ | RDE C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington |
| +++ | SLB P.Dillard | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | FB W.Dawkins |
| +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | In Box | --- | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Out of Box | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-16-MIN31 (3Q: 03:48) Sam Bradford pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Stevie Johnson. S Chris Horton defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB S.Bradford |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Primary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Witten | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE C.Matthews | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Secondary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | SLB P.Dillard | Short Zone | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Protect | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Blitz Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-16-MIN31 (3Q: 03:38) Bryan Anger punted 51 yards. Quinton Carter returned the kick 5 yards to the PIT23. Tackled by Jason Witten. |
1-10-PIT23 (3Q: 03:31) Justin Hamilton ran around the left tackle for 6 yards. Tackled by CB Greg Blue, assisted by CB Kerry Baker. Key block delivered by Justin Hartwig.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Graham |
| +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) B.Jones |
| +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Fox | In Box | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Out of Box | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Out of Box | --- | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-4-PIT29 (3Q: 02:49) Cam Newton pass completed to RB Justin Hamilton for 5 yards. Tackled by S LaRon Landry, assisted by ILB Greg Lloyd.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) D.Hackett | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Blitz Passer | +++ | | FB C.Williams | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | Short Zone | --- | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | --- | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Man-to-Man | --- | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT34 (3Q: 02:20) Justin Hamilton ran outside the right tackle for 12 yards. Tackled by OLB Ray Jones. Key block delivered by Justin Hartwig.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Graham |
| +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones |
| +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | In Box | --- | | RB J.Hamilton | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Fox | In Box | --- | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Out of Box | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Out of Box | --- | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-10-PIT46 (3Q: 01:38) Justin Hamilton ran outside the right tackle for 0 yards. Tackled by OLB Ray Jones. The defense looked very familiar with that play.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Graham |
| --- | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | +++ | | TE G.Olsen |
| +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) D.Hackett |
| +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | FB C.Williams |
| +++ | MLB C.Fox | In Box | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | In Box | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | In Box | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-10-PIT46 (3Q: 01:10) Justin Hamilton ran inside the left guard for 11 yards. Tackled by OLB Ray Jones. Key block delivered by Justin Hartwig.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | --- | | TE J.Graham |
| +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones |
| +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | TE G.Olsen |
| +++ | MLB C.Fox | In Box | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | In Box | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-10-MIN43 (3Q: 00:42) Cam Newton pass completed to WR Earl Bennett for 7 yards. Tackled by CB Greg Blue. Bennett gained 1 yard after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Protect | +++ | MLB R.Jones | Short Zone | --- | | SLOT E.Bennett | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Short Zone | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Deep Zone | --- | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 2-3-MIN36 (3Q: 00:10) PENALTY: G Levi Jones of Pittsburgh was called for a False Start. |
2-8-MIN41 (3Q: 00:03) Brandon Jones ran a reverse around left end for 0 yards. Tackled by CB Ryan Clark.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Graham |
| +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Ball Carrier | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton |
| +++ | SLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | TE G.Olsen |
| +++ | MLB C.Fox | In Box | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | In Box | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | In Box | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ |
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| Start of fourth quarter. |
3-8-MIN41 (4Q: 15:00) Cam Newton scrambled for 4 yards. Tackled by OLB Ray Jones.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) D.Hackett | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | --- | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Outlet, S Screen (S) | --- | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | FB C.Williams | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | Short Zone | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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4-4-MIN37 (4Q: 14:25) Justin Hamilton ran inside the right tackle for -4 yards. Tackled by DT Kedrick Golston, assisted by S LaRon Landry. The ball goes over on downs.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Graham |
| +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones |
| +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB C.Fox | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| --- | RCB R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| --- | NB G.Blue | Out of Box | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-10-MIN41 (4Q: 14:18) Brandon Jackson ran inside the right tackle for 3 yards. Tackled by DE Robert Ayers, assisted by OLB Phillip Dillard.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Witten |
| +++ | RDE C.Matthews | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) A.Arrington |
| +++ | SLB P.Dillard | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | FB W.Dawkins |
| +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | In Box | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Out of Box | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-7-MIN44 (4Q: 13:40) Brandon Jackson ran inside the left guard for 9 yards. Tackled by DT Johnny Jolly, assisted by OLB Clay Matthews. Key block delivered by King Dunlap.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | In Box | --- | | X(SE) S.Johnson |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Witten |
| +++ | RDE C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington |
| +++ | SLB P.Dillard | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Gates |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Out of Box | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB J.Wade | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Out of Box | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-10-PIT47 (4Q: 13:12) Andy Dalton scrambled for 6 yards. Tackled by S Quinton Carter. PENALTY: T Jared Veldheer of Minnesota was called for an Illegal Shift.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Witten | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE C.Matthews | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | --- | SLB P.Dillard | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT E.Gates | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Bump and Run | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB J.Wade | Short Zone | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| --- | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-15-MIN48 (4Q: 13:01) Play-Action. Andy Dalton pass was intended for WR Stevie Johnson and was intercepted by CB Johnathan Wade at the PIT38. Tackled by Stevie Johnson.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | --- | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Witten | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | RDE C.Matthews | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB P.Dillard | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | --- | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT E.Gates | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | --- | WLB R.Gilmore | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Short Zone | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Deep Zone | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB J.Wade | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT38 (4Q: 12:51) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Jimmy Graham. DE Stephen Tulloch hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Protect | +++ | MLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT E.Bennett | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Short Zone | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| --- | SS L.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-PIT38 (4Q: 12:41) Cam Newton pass completed to RB Justin Hamilton for 0 yards. Tackled by DT Todd Cunningham.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | Short Zone | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-10-PIT38 (4Q: 12:17) Cam Newton pass was blocked at the line, intended for TE Derek Schouman. DT Todd Cunningham blocked the pass.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) D.Hackett | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Protect | --- | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | TE D.Schouman | Primary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Deep Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | Short Zone | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| --- | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-10-PIT38 (4Q: 12:08) Britton Colquitt punted 49 yards. Drew Floyd returned the kick 2 yards to the MIN15. Tackled by Cadillac Williams. |
1-10-MIN15 (4Q: 11:58) Play-Action. Andy Dalton pass completed to TE Jason Witten for 4 yards. Tackled by S Darius Butler.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | --- | | TE J.Witten | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | RDE C.Matthews | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB P.Dillard | Blitz Passer | --- | | RB B.Jackson | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | FB W.Dawkins | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Short Zone | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Bump and Run | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-6-MIN19 (4Q: 11:29) Andy Dalton sacked by DE Robert Ayers for a loss of 5 yards. Ayers ran right past Robert Berry and knocked down the quarterback.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Witten | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | RDE C.Matthews | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB P.Dillard | Short Zone | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | --- | SILB K.Maiava | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT E.Gates | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| --- | LCB D.Butler | Short Zone | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Deep Zone | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| --- | NB J.Wade | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| --- | SS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-11-MIN14 (4Q: 10:49) Play-Action. Andy Dalton pass completed to RB Brandon Jackson for 5 yards. Tackled by ILB Kaluka Maiava. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Jackson gained 2 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Witten | Protect | +++ | RDE C.Matthews | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Primary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | SLB P.Dillard | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | --- | | FB W.Dawkins | Protect | +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | Short Zone | --- | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Short Zone | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Deep Zone | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-6-MIN19 (4Q: 10:27) Bryan Anger punted 40 yards. Quinton Carter returned the kick 13 yards to the MIN46. PENALTY: WR D.J. Hackett of Pittsburgh was called for Holding on the Punt Return. |
1-10-PIT33 (4Q: 10:18) Justin Hamilton ran inside the right tackle for -1 yards. Tackled by ILB Caleb Fox.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Graham |
| +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones |
| +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | In Box | --- | | RB J.Hamilton | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | TE G.Olsen |
| --- | MLB C.Fox | In Box | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | In Box | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-11-PIT32 (4Q: 09:55) Cam Newton pass completed to RB Justin Hamilton for 10 yards. Tackled by CB Kerry Baker, assisted by CB Ryan Clark. Hamilton gained 4 yards after the catch. PENALTY: TE Greg Olsen of Pittsburgh was called for Offensive Holding.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Protect | --- | MLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | Blitz Passer | --- | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-21-PIT22 (4Q: 09:44) Justin Hamilton ran inside the right guard for 0 yards. Tackled by DT Kedrick Golston, assisted by DT Quentin Groves.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett |
| +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Graham |
| --- | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones |
| +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB R.Jones | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Bennett |
| +++ | WLB C.Fox | In Box | --- | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Out of Box | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Out of Box | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Out of Box | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Out of Box | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-21-PIT22 (4Q: 09:17) Cam Newton pass was thrown incomplete, intended for TE Jimmy Graham.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Protect | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | Short Zone | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Deep Zone | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Short Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-21-PIT22 (4Q: 09:11) Britton Colquitt punted 50 yards. Drew Floyd returned the kick 5 yards to the MIN33. Tackled by Mike Willams. |
| 1-10-MIN33 (4Q: 09:00) PENALTY: T King Dunlap of Minnesota was called for a False Start. |
1-15-MIN28 (4Q: 08:50) Brandon Jackson ran inside the left guard for 1 yard. Tackled by OLB Phillip Dillard. The defense looked very familiar with that play.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Witten |
| +++ | RDE C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington |
| +++ | SLB P.Dillard | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | FB W.Dawkins |
| +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | In Box | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| --- | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Out of Box | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-14-MIN29 (4Q: 08:24) Play-Action. Andy Dalton pass was intended for TE Jason Witten and was intercepted by ILB Kaluka Maiava at the MIN31. The interception was returned 14 yards. Tackled by Jason Witten.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Witten | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | RDE C.Matthews | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB P.Dillard | Short Zone | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT E.Gates | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Short Zone | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Deep Zone | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB J.Wade | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-MIN17 (4Q: 08:11) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for RB Justin Hamilton. DT Quentin Groves hurried the quarterback into a bad throw. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | --- | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Double X(SE) | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | Short Zone | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-MIN17 (4Q: 08:07) Play-Action. Cam Newton pass completed to WR D.J. Hackett for 13 yards. Tackled by CB Kerry Baker. Hackett gained 3 yards after the catch. PENALTY: CB Jeff Greene of Minnesota was called for Illegal Use of the Hands by the Defense. The penalty was declined.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | --- | | RB J.Hamilton | Protect | +++ | MLB R.Jones | Short Zone | --- | | SLOT E.Bennett | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Bump and Run | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-4-MIN04 (4Q: 07:56) Cam Newton scrambled for 1 yard. Tackled by ILB Greg Lloyd and assisted by ILB Caleb Fox. PENALTY: T Ryan Clady of Pittsburgh was called for Offensive Holding.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Primary, S Screen (S) | --- | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Protect | --- | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Double X(SE) | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | Short Zone | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| --- | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-14-MIN14 (4Q: 07:48) Cam Newton pass completed to TE Derek Schouman for 11 yards. Tackled by CB Ryan Clark. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Man to Man, Buzz | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) D.Hackett | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Protect | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | TE D.Schouman | Primary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Blitz Passer | --- | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Blitz Passer | --- | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Bump and Run | +++ |
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2-3-MIN03 (4Q: 07:27) Cam Newton pass completed to RB Justin Hamilton for 1 yard. Tackled by DT Kedrick Golston. Hamilton gained 2 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | Short Zone | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | --- | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Double X(SE) | --- |
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3-2-MIN02 (4Q: 07:06) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for WR D.J. Hackett. DT Kedrick Golston hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Man to Man, Buzz | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) D.Hackett | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | FB C.Williams | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | --- | MLB C.Fox | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB V.Barlow | Bump and Run | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB J.Greene | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS R.Clark | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS L.Landry | Bump and Run | +++ |
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4-2-MIN02 (4Q: 07:00) Cam Newton pass was dropped by TE Jimmy Graham. The ball goes over on downs.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Man to Man, Buzz | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | --- | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) D.Hackett | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB R.Jones | Blitz Passer | +++ | | FB C.Williams | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | WLB G.Lloyd | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | LCB V.Barlow | Bump and Run | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | RCB J.Greene | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| --- | SS R.Clark | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS L.Landry | Bump and Run | +++ |
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1-10-MIN02 (4Q: 06:54) Brandon Jackson ran around the left tackle for 5 yards. Tackled by ILB Kaluka Maiava, assisted by ILB Jeb Huckeba. Key block delivered by Oniel Cousins.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Witten |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | RDE C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) S.Johnson |
| +++ | SLB P.Dillard | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | FB W.Dawkins |
| +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | In Box | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | In Box | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-5-MIN07 (4Q: 06:10) Brandon Jackson ran inside the right guard for 2 yards. Tackled by ILB Kaluka Maiava, assisted by DT Johnny Jolly.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | In Box | --- | | TE J.Witten |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | --- | | TE J.McKie |
| +++ | RDE C.Matthews | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) S.Johnson |
| +++ | SLB P.Dillard | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | FB W.Dawkins |
| +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | In Box | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | In Box | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-3-MIN09 (4Q: 05:26) Andy Dalton pass completed to WR Adrian Arrington for 15 yards. Tackled by CB Johnathan Wade. Arrington gained 2 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Witten | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE C.Matthews | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Secondary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | SLB P.Dillard | Short Zone | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT E.Gates | Outlet, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Short Zone | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Deep Zone | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB J.Wade | Deep Zone | --- | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-MIN24 (4Q: 04:39) Andy Dalton pass was intended for TE Jason McKie and was intercepted by OLB Roger Gilmore at the MIN27. The interception was returned 27 yards for a TOUCHDOWN! Minnesota 17, Pittsburgh 6
| OFFENSE | 230 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Witten | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | RDE C.Matthews | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB P.Dillard | Short Zone | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | FB W.Dawkins | Protect | +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Short Zone | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Short Zone | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| --- | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| (4Q: 04:39) Extra point by Dan Carpenter missed.The holder had trouble fielding the snap from center. |
| (4Q: 04:29) Dan Carpenter kicked off 69 yards from the PIT35. Drew Floyd returned the ball 15 yards to the MIN11. Tackled by Mike Willams. Ball was fumbled and recovered by PIT Earl Bennett for 11 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Minnesota 17, Pittsburgh 12 |
| (4Q: 04:29) Justin Hamilton ran for the two-point conversion and failed. He was tackled by Quentin Groves. |
| (4Q: 04:23) Dan Carpenter kicked off 64 yards from the PIT35. Drew Floyd returned the ball 21 yards to the MIN22. Tackled by Justin Hamilton. |
1-10-MIN22 (4Q: 04:14) Brandon Jackson ran a draw inside the left guard for 1 yard. Tackled by DT Johnny Jolly, assisted by OLB Roger Gilmore. The defense looked very familiar with that play.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Witten |
| --- | RDE C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington |
| +++ | SLB P.Dillard | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Ball Carrier | --- | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | FB W.Dawkins |
| +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | In Box | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Out of Box | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-9-MIN23 (4Q: 03:31) Brandon Jackson ran inside the right tackle for 7 yards. Tackled by ILB Kaluka Maiava.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | In Box | +++ | | SLOT A.Arrington |
| +++ | RDE C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) E.Gates |
| +++ | SLB P.Dillard | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Ball Carrier | --- | SILB K.Maiava | In Box | +++ | | FB J.Witten |
| --- | WLB R.Gilmore | In Box | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Out of Box | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Out of Box | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB J.Wade | Out of Box | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Out of Box | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-2-MIN30 (4Q: 02:48) Play-Action. Andy Dalton pass completed to RB Brandon Jackson for 17 yards. Tackled by CB Curtis Marsh. Jackson gained 15 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | --- | | TE J.Witten | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE C.Matthews | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB P.Dillard | Short Zone | --- | | RB B.Jackson | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WILB J.Huckeba | Short Zone | --- | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Short Zone | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Short Zone | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| Pittsburgh called a time out. |
1-10-MIN47 (4Q: 02:38) Andy Dalton pass completed to WR Adrian Arrington for 9 yards. Tackled by OLB Roger Gilmore. Arrington gained 3 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Witten | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE C.Matthews | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB P.Dillard | Short Zone | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT E.Gates | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Bump and Run | --- | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Bump and Run | --- | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB J.Wade | Short Zone | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| Pittsburgh called a time out. |
2-1-PIT44 (4Q: 02:26) Andy Dalton pass completed to TE Jason McKie for 4 yards. Tackled by ILB Jeb Huckeba. McKie gained 2 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 230 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Goal Line Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Witten | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.McKie | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT C.Matthews | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Cooley | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE P.Dillard | Rush Passer | --- | | RB B.Jackson | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | NB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | FB W.Dawkins | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB J.Huckeba | Short Zone | --- | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | WILB R.Gilmore | Short Zone | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | WLB D.Butler | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | LCB C.Marsh | Man-to-Man | --- | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | RCB Q.Carter | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | SS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| Pittsburgh called a time out. |
1-10-PIT40 (4Q: 02:15) Play-Action. Andy Dalton pass completed to WR Edmond Gates for 7 yards. Tackled by S Quinton Carter. PENALTY: CB Curtis Marsh of Pittsburgh was called for Defensive Holding.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Witten | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE C.Matthews | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | SLB P.Dillard | Short Zone | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT E.Gates | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Short Zone | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Deep Zone | --- | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | NB J.Wade | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| +++ | SS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| +++ | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT35 (4Q: 02:09) Andy Dalton sacked by DT Johnny Jolly for a loss of 6 yards. Sack allowed by Jared Veldheer. The ball was fumbled and recovered by PIT Robert Ayers on the PIT41.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB A.Dalton |
| *** | LDE R.Ayers | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Johnson | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Jolly | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Witten | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE C.Matthews | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) A.Arrington | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | SLB P.Dillard | Short Zone | +++ | | RB B.Jackson | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SILB K.Maiava | Short Zone | +++ | | FB W.Dawkins | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | WILB J.Huckeba | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.Dunlap |
| +++ | WLB R.Gilmore | Short Zone | +++ | | LG O.Cousins |
| +++ | LCB D.Butler | Bump and Run | +++ | | C R.Berry |
| +++ | RCB C.Marsh | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG J.Looney |
| --- | SS Q.Carter | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT J.Veldheer |
| --- | FS C.Horton | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| Official time out for the two-minute warning. |
1-10-PIT41 (4Q: 02:00) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Brandon Jones. ILB Caleb Fox defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | MLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT E.Bennett | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | WLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Short Zone | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-PIT41 (4Q: 01:52) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Jimmy Graham. ILB Caleb Fox defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Protect | +++ | WLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | --- | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Short Zone | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-10-PIT41 (4Q: 01:46) Cam Newton pass completed to WR Brandon Jones for 5 yards. Tackled by S LaRon Landry, assisted by CB Ryan Clark. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Short Zone | --- | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | WLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Short Zone | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Deep Zone | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Short Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
4-5-PIT46 (4Q: 01:27) Play-Action. Cam Newton pass completed to WR D.J. Hackett for 9 yards. Tackled by ILB Caleb Fox.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | --- | | RB J.Hamilton | Protect | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Short Zone | --- | | SLOT E.Bennett | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Short Zone | --- | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Deep Zone | --- | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Short Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-MIN45 (4Q: 01:11) Cam Newton pass completed to WR Brandon Jones for 8 yards. Tackled by OLB Ray Jones. Jones gained 3 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Protect | +++ | MLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Short Zone | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-2-MIN37 (4Q: 00:51) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Greg Olsen. CB Greg Blue defended the pass. PENALTY: DT Kedrick Golston of Minnesota was called for an Intentional Face Mask.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | --- | | TE J.Graham | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | MLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Primary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | WLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Short Zone | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| --- | SS L.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-MIN22 (4Q: 00:42) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for RB Justin Hamilton. ILB Caleb Fox defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Protect | --- | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | WLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| --- | LCB J.Greene | Short Zone | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Deep Zone | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Short Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-MIN22 (4Q: 00:36) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for WR D.J. Hackett. DT Quentin Groves hurried the quarterback into a bad throw. PENALTY: OLB Ray Jones of Minnesota was called for Illegal Use of the Hands by the Defense.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | --- | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) D.Hackett | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | MLB R.Jones | Short Zone | --- | | FB C.Williams | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | WLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Short Zone | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Deep Zone | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Short Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-MIN17 (4Q: 00:32) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for WR D.J. Hackett. DT Quentin Groves hurried the quarterback into a bad throw. The defense looked very familiar with that play.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) D.Hackett | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Outlet, S Screen (S) | --- | MLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | FB C.Williams | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Short Zone | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| --- | RCB R.Clark | Deep Zone | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Short Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-MIN17 (4Q: 00:25) Cam Newton pass completed to WR Brandon Jones for 5 yards. Tackled by S LaRon Landry.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Hackett | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Jones | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Hamilton | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | MLB R.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT E.Bennett | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | WLB C.Fox | Short Zone | --- | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Short Zone | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| --- | SS L.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-5-MIN12 (4Q: 00:05) Cam Newton pass completed to TE Derek Schouman for 8 yards. Tackled by CB Ryan Clark, assisted by ILB Caleb Fox.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE Q.Groves | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Graham | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Golston | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE G.Olsen | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Tulloch | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) D.Hackett | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE T.Cunningham | Rush Passer | --- | | RB J.Hamilton | Protect | +++ | MLB C.Fox | Short Zone | +++ | | TE D.Schouman | Primary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | WLB R.Jones | Short Zone | --- | | LT M.Ramirez |
| +++ | LCB J.Greene | Short Zone | --- | | LG J.Hartwig |
| +++ | RCB R.Clark | Deep Zone | +++ | | C S.Hutchinson |
| +++ | NB G.Blue | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG L.Jones |
| +++ | SS L.Landry | Short Zone | +++ | | RT R.Clady |
| +++ | FS K.Baker | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| Final Score: Minnesota Vikings 17, Pittsburgh Steelers 12 |