| Played in Pittsburgh, PA, weather: 58 degrees, fair, 1 mph wind. |
| Cincinnati won the toss and elected to receive. |
| Start of first quarter. |
| (1Q: 15:00) Paul Ernster kicked off 74 yards from the PIT35. Touchback. |
1-10-CIN25 (1Q: 15:00) Play-Action. Carson Palmer pass completed to WR Kennedy Bentsen for 4 yards. Tackled by OLB Clay Matthews. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Hargrave | Rush Passer | --- | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Double X(SE) | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Protect | +++ | SILB J.Forrest | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Secondary, D Deep Fade (40+) | --- | WLB S.Weatherspoon | Short Zone | --- | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | Short Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-6-CIN29 (1Q: 14:23) Jonathan Dwyer ran inside the left guard for 1 yard. Tackled by S Jaquiski Tartt.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins |
| +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | In Box | +++ | | TE B.Bell |
| +++ | RDE K.Short | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | In Box | +++ | | TE R.Anderson |
| +++ | WILB H.Vergara | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | In Box | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Out of Box | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Out of Box | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| --- | FS M.Elam | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-5-CIN30 (1Q: 13:39) Carson Palmer pass completed to FB T.J. Davies for 5 yards. Tackled by S Marcus Peters. PENALTY: S Marcus Peters of Pittsburgh was called for Illegal Contact. The penalty was declined.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | --- | | FB T.Davies | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | WILB H.Vergara | Spy on QB | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | Blitz Passer | --- | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Man-to-Man | --- | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Deep Zone | --- |
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1-10-CIN35 (1Q: 13:32) Mike Moss ran around right end for 4 yards. Tackled by CB Josh Nobles.
| OFFENSE | 230 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | In Box | +++ | | TE R.Anderson |
| +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | In Box | +++ | | TE B.Bell |
| +++ | RDE K.Short | In Box | +++ | | TE L.Toilolo |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB M.Moss | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | In Box | +++ | | FB T.Davies |
| +++ | WILB H.Vergara | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | In Box | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Out of Box | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Out of Box | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | In Box | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-6-CIN39 (1Q: 13:05) Jay Ajayi ran a draw inside the right guard for 4 yards. Tackled by OLB Sean Weatherspoon.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | In Box | --- | | X(SE) A.Jenkins |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Hargrave | In Box | +++ | | TE B.Bell |
| --- | RDE K.Short | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB J.Forrest | In Box | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy |
| +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Out of Box | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Out of Box | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | In Box | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-2-CIN43 (1Q: 12:28) Carson Palmer pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Justin Hardy. S Dawan Landry defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE H.Vergara | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Hargrave | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Protect | +++ | RDE M.Shaughnessy | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB J.Forrest | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB J.Johnson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB S.Weatherspoon | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| --- | RCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| --- | FS M.Elam | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-2-CIN43 (1Q: 12:22) Bradley Pinion punted 43 yards. Devin Hester returned the kick 3 yards to the PIT17. Tackled by Riddick Anderson. Ball was fumbled and recovered by PIT James-Michael Johnson at the PIT17. |
1-10-PIT17 (1Q: 12:12) The Hammer Sims ran inside the left guard for 3 yards. Tackled by OLB Nate Palmer, assisted by S Scott Patton.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | --- | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE S.Bridges | In Box | --- | | RB C.Sims | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester |
| +++ | WLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| --- | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Spy | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-7-PIT20 (1Q: 11:29) The Hammer Sims ran a draw inside the right guard for 4 yards. Tackled by OLB Nate Palmer.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE S.Bridges | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester |
| +++ | WLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| --- | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| --- | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-3-PIT24 (1Q: 10:52) James Conner ran around right end for -4 yards. Tackled by DE Aldon Smith. DE Aldon Smith knocked down Dakota Dozier to break up the play.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE E.Connell | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | TE V.McDonald |
| --- | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | WLB N.Perry | In Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| --- | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| --- | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| --- | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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| 4-7-PIT20 (1Q: 10:11) Drew Kaser punted 46 yards. Rasul Douglas returned the kick 2 yards to the CIN36. Tackled by John Terry. |
1-10-CIN36 (1Q: 10:04) Jonathan Dwyer ran inside the left guard for -1 yards. Tackled by ILB James-Michael Johnson.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins |
| +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | In Box | +++ | | TE B.Bell |
| +++ | RDE K.Short | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | In Box | +++ | | FB T.Davies |
| +++ | WILB H.Vergara | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | In Box | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Out of Box | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Out of Box | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | In Box | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-11-CIN35 (1Q: 09:22) Justin Hardy ran a reverse around left end for 2 yards. Tackled by S Marcus Peters.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | In Box | --- | | X(SE) A.Jenkins |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Hargrave | In Box | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Ball Carrier | +++ | RDE K.Short | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi |
| +++ | SILB J.Forrest | In Box | +++ | | FB T.Davies |
| +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Out of Box | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Out of Box | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | In Box | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-9-CIN37 (1Q: 08:59) Carson Palmer pass completed to FB T.J. Davies for 20 yards. Tackled by OLB Clay Matthews, assisted by ILB James-Michael Johnson. Davies gained 22 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Protect | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | --- | | FB T.Davies | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | WILB H.Vergara | Spy on QB | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Man-to-Man | --- | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | --- | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Deep Zone | --- |
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1-10-PIT43 (1Q: 08:14) Jonathan Dwyer ran inside the right guard for 1 yard. Tackled by S Jaquiski Tartt, assisted by S Matt Elam.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins |
| +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | In Box | +++ | | TE B.Bell |
| +++ | RDE K.Short | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | In Box | +++ | | FB T.Davies |
| +++ | WILB H.Vergara | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | In Box | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Out of Box | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Out of Box | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | In Box | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-9-PIT42 (1Q: 07:29) Carson Palmer pass fell incomplete, intended for WR A.J. Jenkins. S Dawan Landry defended the pass. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Hargrave | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Protect | +++ | SILB J.Forrest | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Double X(SE) | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| --- | SS D.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-9-PIT42 (1Q: 07:23) Play-Action. Carson Palmer pass completed to WR Justin Hardy for 3 yards. Tackled by OLB Sean Weatherspoon.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | --- | | TE B.Bell | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE H.Vergara | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Protect | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | --- | | SLOT J.Hardy | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB C.Elder | Short Zone | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS C.Prosinski | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-6-PIT39 (1Q: 06:47) Bradley Pinion punted 39 yards. Touchback. |
1-10-PIT20 (1Q: 06:40) Charles Sims ran a trap outside the left tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by DT Sheldon Rankins, assisted by DT Erick Evans.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE S.Bridges | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester |
| +++ | WLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| --- | NB L.Ryan | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-8-PIT22 (1Q: 05:58) James Conner ran inside the right tackle for 12 yards. Tackled by DE Aldon Smith, assisted by S Scott Patton. Key block delivered by Parker Ehinger.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | --- | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE E.Connell | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | TE V.McDonald |
| +++ | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | --- | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | WLB N.Perry | In Box | --- | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | --- | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-10-PIT34 (1Q: 05:18) Cam Newton pass completed to TE Troy Niklas for -1 yards. Tackled by CB Quintin Demps.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Secondary, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | RDE S.Bridges | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Spy on QB | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | WLB N.Palmer | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| --- | RCB N.Lawson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-11-PIT33 (1Q: 04:39) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Will Fuller. OLB Nate Palmer hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Secondary, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE S.Bridges | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB N.Palmer | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 3-11-PIT33 (1Q: 04:32) PENALTY: DE Eduardo Connell of Cincinnati was called for Encroachment. |
3-6-PIT38 (1Q: 04:22) Play-Action. Cam Newton pass completed to WR Devin Hester for 10 yards. Tackled by CB Quintin Demps. Hester gained 1 yard after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE E.Connell | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Williams | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT B.Moore | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE S.Bridges | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB R.Appleton | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WLB N.Perry | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB L.Ryan | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB N.Lawson | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | --- |
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1-10-PIT48 (1Q: 03:47) Charles Sims ran a trap outside the left tackle for 38 yards. Tackled by OLB Nate Palmer. Key block delivered by Parker Ehinger. Ehinger ran over Nate Palmer to set up the play.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | --- | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | --- | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE S.Bridges | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Spy | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester |
| +++ | WLB N.Palmer | In Box | --- | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
|
1-10-CIN14 (1Q: 03:06) Cam Newton pass completed to TE Troy Niklas for 3 yards. Tackled by CB Logan Ryan.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE S.Bridges | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | WLB N.Palmer | Spy on QB | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | --- | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| --- | SS S.Patton | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-7-CIN11 (1Q: 02:37) Cam Newton pass completed to WR Devin Hester for 8 yards. Tackled by CB Logan Ryan.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | RDE S.Bridges | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | --- | | SLOT D.Hester | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WLB N.Palmer | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Man-to-Man | --- | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Man-to-Man | --- | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-3-CIN03 (1Q: 01:50) Will Fuller ran a reverse around left end for -1 yards. Tackled by ILB Bud Dupree.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Ball Carrier | +++ | RDE E.Connell | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner |
| +++ | SLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | FB V.McDonald |
| +++ | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | WLB N.Perry | In Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| --- | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-4-CIN04 (1Q: 01:14) James Conner ran inside the right guard for 1 yard. Tackled by DT Erick Evans.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Man to Man, Buzz | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE E.Connell | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | FB D.Washington |
| --- | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | WLB N.Perry | In Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| --- | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | In Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-3-CIN03 (1Q: 00:48) Cam Newton pass completed to RB James Conner for 3 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Pittsburgh 6, Cincinnati 0
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE E.Connell | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | SLB N.Palmer | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | WLB N.Perry | Short Zone | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| (1Q: 00:48) Extra point by Paul Ernster was good. Pittsburgh 7, Cincinnati 0 |
| (1Q: 00:39) Paul Ernster kicked off 73 yards from the PIT35. Touchback. |
1-10-CIN25 (1Q: 00:39) Carson Palmer pass completed to WR ArDarius Stewart for 31 yards. Tackled by CB Josh Nobles. Stewart gained 21 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 005 Personnel | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | --- | | SLOT A.Stewart | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE H.Vergara | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB R.Duffy | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT R.White | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | LCB C.Matthews | Spy on QB | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | RCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | --- | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | DB C.Elder | Short Zone | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS C.Prosinski | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| Start of second quarter. |
1-10-PIT44 (2Q: 15:00) Carson Palmer pass completed to RB Jay Ajayi for 12 yards. Tackled by OLB Sean Weatherspoon. Ajayi gained 4 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT H.Vergara | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SILB J.Forrest | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | Double X(SE) | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB B.Webb | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | Short Zone | --- | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT32 (2Q: 14:22) Carson Palmer pass completed to WR A.J. Jenkins for 9 yards. Tackled by S Matt Elam. Jenkins gained 2 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Double TE | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | +++ | | FB T.Davies | Protect | +++ | WILB H.Vergara | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Bump and Run | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-1-PIT23 (2Q: 13:55) Carson Palmer pass completed to TE Blake Bell for 4 yards. Tackled by CB Josh Nobles. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | RDE M.Shaughnessy | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Blitz Passer | --- | | RB J.Dwyer | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | +++ | | TE L.Toilolo | Protect | +++ | WILB H.Vergara | Double X(SE) | --- | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | Short Zone | --- | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | --- | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT19 (2Q: 13:30) Jonathan Dwyer ran inside the right tackle for 3 yards. Tackled by DE Matt Shaughnessy.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE M.Shaughnessy | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins |
| +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | In Box | +++ | | TE B.Bell |
| +++ | RDE W.Mercilus | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | In Box | +++ | | FB T.Davies |
| +++ | WILB H.Vergara | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | In Box | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| --- | LCB M.Peters | Out of Box | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Out of Box | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | In Box | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-7-PIT16 (2Q: 12:52) Jay Ajayi ran around right end for 2 yards. Tackled by OLB Clay Matthews.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins |
| +++ | 1tcDT H.Vergara | In Box | +++ | | TE B.Bell |
| +++ | RDE K.Short | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Ball Carrier | --- | SILB J.Forrest | In Box | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy |
| +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Out of Box | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Out of Box | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | In Box | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-5-PIT14 (2Q: 12:07) Carson Palmer sacked by DE Kawann Short for a loss of 16 yards. Sack allowed by Ryan Ramczyk.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | --- | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | +++ | | TE R.Anderson | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WILB H.Vergara | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| --- | WLB J.O'Neal | Short Zone | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Bump and Run | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| --- | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-21-PIT30 (2Q: 11:29) Jeff Chandler attempted a 47 yard field goal and succeeded. Pittsburgh 7, Cincinnati 3 |
| (2Q: 11:23) Jeff Chandler kicked off 69 yards from the CIN35. Touchback. |
1-10-PIT25 (2Q: 11:23) The Hammer Sims ran a trap outside the right tackle for 4 yards. Tackled by DT Sheldon Rankins, assisted by OLB Nate Palmer.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE E.Connell | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Ball Carrier | --- | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester |
| +++ | WLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| --- | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-6-PIT29 (2Q: 10:41) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Troy Niklas. CB Logan Ryan defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Primary, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | 3tcDT B.Moore | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | --- | RDE E.Connell | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB D.Washington | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | --- | WLB N.Palmer | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-6-PIT29 (2Q: 10:33) Cam Newton pass completed to RB James Conner for 4 yards. Tackled by CB Logan Ryan.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE E.Connell | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Williams | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 3tcDT B.Moore | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB R.Appleton | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | WLB N.Perry | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB L.Ryan | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB N.Lawson | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-2-PIT33 (2Q: 10:10) Drew Kaser punted 44 yards. Rasul Douglas called for a fair catch at the CIN23. |
1-10-CIN23 (2Q: 09:59) Jonathan Dwyer ran outside the right tackle for 5 yards. Tackled by OLB Clay Matthews, assisted by S Jaquiski Tartt. Key block delivered by Tanner Hawkinson.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins |
| +++ | 1tcDT M.Shaughnessy | In Box | +++ | | TE B.Bell |
| +++ | RDE K.Short | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | In Box | +++ | | FB T.Davies |
| +++ | WILB H.Vergara | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | In Box | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Out of Box | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Out of Box | --- | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | In Box | --- | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-5-CIN28 (2Q: 09:23) Jonathan Dwyer ran a draw inside the right guard for 1 yard. Tackled by ILB James-Michael Johnson, assisted by DE Matt Shaughnessy.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins |
| +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | In Box | +++ | | TE B.Bell |
| +++ | RDE M.Shaughnessy | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | In Box | +++ | | FB T.Davies |
| +++ | WILB H.Vergara | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | In Box | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Out of Box | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Out of Box | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | In Box | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-4-CIN29 (2Q: 08:47) Carson Palmer pass completed to WR A.J. Jenkins for 11 yards. Tackled by CB Corn Elder. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 023 Personnel, Pistol | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE M.Shaughnessy | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Protect | +++ | RDE H.Vergara | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | +++ | | TE R.Anderson | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB C.Elder | Double X(SE) | --- | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS C.Prosinski | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 1-10-CIN40 (2Q: 08:05) PENALTY: DT Andrew Billings of Pittsburgh was called for Encroachment. |
1-5-CIN45 (2Q: 07:59) Carson Palmer pass completed to WR Kennedy Bentsen for 10 yards. Tackled by DE Kawann Short, assisted by S Matt Elam. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE H.Vergara | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE R.Anderson | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB M.Moss | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | +++ | | FB T.Davies | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | WILB R.Duffy | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | Short Zone | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Bump and Run | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Double TE | --- |
|
1-10-PIT45 (2Q: 07:25) Carson Palmer pass completed to TE Blake Bell for 11 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by S Marcus Peters. Bell gained 1 yard after the catch. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 230 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | --- | | TE R.Anderson | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE H.Vergara | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE L.Toilolo | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Double TE | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | +++ | | FB T.Davies | Protect | +++ | WILB R.Duffy | Short Zone | --- | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Bump and Run | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT34 (2Q: 06:55) Mike Moss ran inside the left guard for 9 yards. Tackled by ILB James-Michael Johnson. Key block delivered by Owen Sampson. Sampson flattened Kawann Short to ensure the play's success.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | In Box | --- | | TE L.Toilolo |
| +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | In Box | --- | | TE R.Anderson |
| +++ | RDE K.Short | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB M.Moss | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Davies |
| +++ | WILB H.Vergara | In Box | --- | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | In Box | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Out of Box | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB B.Webb | Out of Box | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-1-PIT25 (2Q: 06:18) Jonathan Dwyer ran around right end for 10 yards. Tackled by DE Noah Spence. Key block delivered by Blake Bell.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins |
| +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | In Box | +++ | | TE B.Bell |
| +++ | RDE K.Short | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | --- | | RB J.Dwyer | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | In Box | +++ | | FB T.Davies |
| +++ | WILB R.Duffy | In Box | --- | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | In Box | --- | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Out of Box | --- | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Out of Box | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | In Box | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Out of Box | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT15 (2Q: 05:38) Carson Palmer pass completed to WR Justin Hardy for 15 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Hardy gained 1 yard after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage. Cincinnati 9, Pittsburgh 7
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT H.Vergara | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE L.Toilolo | Secondary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB J.Forrest | Double X(SE) | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | --- | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | Short Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| (2Q: 05:38) Extra point by Jeff Chandler was good. Cincinnati 10, Pittsburgh 7 |
| (2Q: 05:30) Jeff Chandler kicked off 72 yards from the CIN35. Touchback. |
1-10-PIT25 (2Q: 05:30) Cam Newton pass completed to RB DeAndré Washington for 5 yards. Tackled by CB Quintin Demps, assisted by S Devan Masucci. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Williams | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE E.Connell | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB D.Washington | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB N.Palmer | Short Zone | +++ | | TE V.McDonald | Protect | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | WLB N.Perry | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-5-PIT30 (2Q: 05:05) Play-Action. Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Terrance Williams. ILB Bud Dupree defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE S.Bridges | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT T.Williams | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WLB N.Palmer | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB C.Cortez | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| --- | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-5-PIT30 (2Q: 04:58) Cam Newton pass completed to WR Will Fuller for 4 yards. Tackled by DT Sylvester Williams, assisted by CB Quintin Demps.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE E.Connell | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Williams | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT B.Moore | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE S.Bridges | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB R.Appleton | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | WLB N.Perry | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| --- | RCB L.Ryan | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB N.Lawson | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Deep Zone | --- | | RT O.Humphrey |
| --- | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-1-PIT34 (2Q: 04:35) Drew Kaser punted 49 yards. Rasul Douglas returned the kick 6 yards to the CIN23. Tackled by DeAndré Washington. |
1-10-CIN23 (2Q: 04:24) Carson Palmer pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Blake Bell. S Marcus Peters knocked the ball out of his grasp. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE L.Toilolo | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Double Z(FL) | +++ | | RB M.Moss | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | +++ | | FB T.Davies | Protect | +++ | WILB H.Vergara | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Bump and Run | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-CIN23 (2Q: 04:14) Carson Palmer pass completed to RB Jonathan Dwyer for 3 yards. Tackled by S Matt Elam, assisted by CB Josh Nobles. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Dwyer gained 1 yard after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | +++ | | FB T.Davies | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WILB R.Duffy | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | Double X(SE) | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Bump and Run | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Bump and Run | --- | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-7-CIN26 (2Q: 03:35) Carson Palmer pass completed to WR A.J. Jenkins for 30 yards. Tackled by S Jaquiski Tartt. Jenkins gained 20 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT H.Vergara | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | RDE M.Shaughnessy | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | --- | | RB J.Ajayi | Protect | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | --- | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB C.Elder | Short Zone | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS C.Prosinski | Deep Zone | --- |
|
1-10-PIT44 (2Q: 03:00) Carson Palmer pass completed to WR Justin Hardy for 9 yards. Tackled by ILB Josh Forrest, assisted by CB Josh Nobles. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Hargrave | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Secondary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB J.Forrest | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | Double X(SE) | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | --- | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Man-to-Man | --- | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | Short Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-1-PIT35 (2Q: 02:41) Carson Palmer pass completed to WR Kennedy Bentsen for 27 yards. Tackled by CB Corn Elder.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Hargrave | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE H.Vergara | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Primary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB J.Forrest | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Short Zone | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-8-PIT08 (2Q: 02:12) Play-Action. Carson Palmer pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Justin Hardy. CB B. W. Webb simply crushed the receiver as the ball arrived. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Hargrave | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | RDE H.Vergara | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Primary, S Screen (S) | --- | SLB C.Matthews | Double X(SE) | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Protect | --- | SILB J.Forrest | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Secondary, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| --- | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB B.Webb | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | Short Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| Official time out for the two-minute warning. |
2-8-PIT08 (2Q: 02:00) Carson Palmer pass completed to RB Jay Ajayi for 0 yards. Tackled by ILB Josh Forrest.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Hargrave | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB J.Forrest | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| --- | LCB M.Peters | Bump and Run | --- | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB C.Elder | Bump and Run | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Short Zone | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-8-PIT08 (2Q: 01:37) Carson Palmer pass was dropped by WR Justin Hardy.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Secondary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | --- | RDE H.Vergara | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | --- | WLB S.Weatherspoon | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| --- | LCB B.Webb | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB C.Elder | Short Zone | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS C.Prosinski | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-8-PIT08 (2Q: 01:28) Jeff Chandler attempted a 25 yard field goal and succeeded. Cincinnati 13, Pittsburgh 7 |
| (2Q: 01:23) Jeff Chandler kicked off 59 yards from the CIN35. Cory Corcoran returned the ball 25 yards to the PIT31. Tackled by Nevin Lawson. |
1-10-PIT31 (2Q: 01:16) Cam Newton pass completed to RB The Hammer Sims for 3 yards. Tackled by OLB Nate Palmer.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | RDE S.Bridges | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB N.Palmer | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| --- | RCB N.Lawson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-7-PIT34 (2Q: 00:58) Cam Newton pass completed to WR Shaquille Brooks for 4 yards. Tackled by OLB Nate Palmer.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT B.Moore | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | RDE E.Connell | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB N.Palmer | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-3-PIT38 (2Q: 00:36) Cam Newton scrambled for 4 yards. Tackled by CB Quintin Demps.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE E.Connell | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Williams | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE V.McDonald | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT B.Moore | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | RDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB R.Appleton | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT T.Williams | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | --- | WLB N.Perry | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB L.Ryan | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB N.Lawson | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| --- | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| Pittsburgh called a time out. |
1-10-PIT42 (2Q: 00:27) Cam Newton pass was thrown incomplete, intended for TE Vance McDonald. PENALTY: T Oliver Humphrey of Pittsburgh was called for Offensive Holding.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) T.Williams | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | --- | | TE V.McDonald | Primary, 8 Post (19-26) | --- | 3tcDT E.Evans | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE S.Bridges | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB N.Palmer | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| --- | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| --- | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-20-PIT32 (2Q: 00:17) Cam Newton pass completed to WR Devin Hester for 2 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by ILB Bud Dupree. Hester gained 1 yard after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT B.Moore | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | RDE S.Bridges | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WLB N.Palmer | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-18-PIT34 (2Q: 00:09) James Conner ran outside the right tackle for -2 yards. Tackled by S Scott Patton, assisted by DT Sheldon Rankins.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE S.Bridges | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | --- | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | FB V.McDonald |
| +++ | WLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| --- | NB L.Ryan | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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| Start of third quarter. |
| (3Q: 15:00) Jeff Chandler kicked off 74 yards from the CIN35. Touchback. |
1-10-PIT25 (3Q: 15:00) Charles Sims ran inside the right tackle for 7 yards. Tackled by OLB Nate Palmer, assisted by DE Eduardo Connell. Key block delivered by Oliver Humphrey.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE E.Connell | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | --- | | SLOT D.Hester |
| +++ | WLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-3-PIT32 (3Q: 14:23) Charles Sims ran around right end for 11 yards and was forced out of bounds. Tackled by ILB Bud Dupree. Key block delivered by Parker Ehinger.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | --- | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE S.Bridges | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester |
| +++ | WLB N.Palmer | In Box | --- | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-10-PIT43 (3Q: 13:58) DeAndré Washington ran inside the left tackle for 23 yards. Tackled by ILB Bud Dupree. Key block delivered by Parker Ehinger.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE S.Bridges | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Washington | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | SLOT T.Williams |
| +++ | WLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | --- | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | --- | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-10-CIN34 (3Q: 13:19) Cam Newton pass completed to RB Charles Sims for 17 yards. Tackled by S Scott Patton. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Sims gained 12 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT B.Moore | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE S.Bridges | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Secondary, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | WLB N.Palmer | Blitz Passer | --- | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-CIN17 (3Q: 12:46) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for RB Charles Sims. S Scott Patton simply crushed the receiver as the ball arrived.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 3tcDT B.Moore | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | RDE E.Connell | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB N.Palmer | Spy on QB | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-CIN17 (3Q: 12:40) Cam Newton pass completed to WR Will Fuller for 15 yards. Tackled by CB Logan Ryan. Fuller gained 2 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | --- | | TE T.Niklas | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE S.Bridges | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Protect | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Secondary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | WLB N.Palmer | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Man-to-Man | --- | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | --- |
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1-2-CIN02 (3Q: 12:09) Charles Sims ran inside the left guard for -3 yards. Tackled by CB Nevin Lawson.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT B.Moore | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT S.Williams | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Ball Carrier | --- | SLB E.Connell | In Box | +++ | | SLOT T.Williams |
| +++ | MLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | WLB R.Appleton | In Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| --- | LCB J.May | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-5-CIN05 (3Q: 11:43) Will Fuller ran a reverse around left end for -4 yards. Tackled by DE Aldon Smith.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| --- | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Ball Carrier | --- | RDE E.Connell | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner |
| +++ | SLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | FB V.McDonald |
| +++ | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| --- | WLB N.Perry | In Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| --- | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| --- | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-9-CIN09 (3Q: 10:58) Cam Newton sacked by OLB Nick Perry for a loss of 3 yards. Sack allowed by Oliver Humphrey.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Pritchett | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE V.McDonald | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE E.Connell | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB N.Palmer | Short Zone | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | WLB N.Perry | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| --- | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| --- | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-12-CIN12 (3Q: 10:16) Paul Ernster attempted a 29 yard field goal and succeeded. Cincinnati 13, Pittsburgh 10 |
| (3Q: 10:09) Paul Ernster kicked off 67 yards from the PIT35. Touchback. |
1-10-CIN25 (3Q: 10:09) Jay Ajayi ran around right end for -6 yards. Tackled by OLB Justin O'Neal, assisted by DE Hunter Vergara.
| OFFENSE | 104 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE K.Short | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins |
| +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | In Box | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy |
| +++ | RDE H.Vergara | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen |
| +++ | SLB R.Duffy | Spy | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Ball Carrier | --- | WLB J.O'Neal | In Box | +++ | | SLOT R.White |
| +++ | LCB C.Matthews | Out of Box | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| --- | RCB M.Peters | Out of Box | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Out of Box | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | DB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| --- | FS C.Prosinski | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-16-CIN19 (3Q: 09:47) Carson Palmer scrambled for 9 yards. Tackled by DE Hunter Vergara.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE M.Shaughnessy | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | SILB J.Johnson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | TE R.Anderson | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | WILB H.Vergara | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-7-CIN28 (3Q: 09:06) Carson Palmer sacked by OLB Clay Matthews for a loss of 3 yards. Sack allowed by Ryan Ramczyk. The ball was fumbled and recovered by CIN Ryan Ramczyk on the CIN25.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE R.Anderson | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Protect | --- | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | +++ | | FB T.Davies | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WILB H.Vergara | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| --- | WLB J.O'Neal | Double TE | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-10-CIN25 (3Q: 08:20) Bradley Pinion punted 50 yards. Devin Hester returned the kick 4 yards to the PIT29. Tackled by Jonathan Dwyer. |
1-10-PIT29 (3Q: 08:09) DeAndré Washington ran inside the right guard for 22 yards. Tackled by S Scott Patton. Key block delivered by Parker Ehinger.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT B.Moore | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE E.Connell | In Box | --- | | RB D.Washington | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester |
| +++ | WLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-10-CIN49 (3Q: 07:39) The Hammer Sims ran inside the right guard for 7 yards. Tackled by DT Sheldon Rankins. Key block delivered by Parker Ehinger.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE S.Bridges | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | --- | | SLOT D.Hester |
| +++ | WLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-3-CIN42 (3Q: 06:59) James Conner ran inside the left guard for 2 yards. Tackled by S Scott Patton, assisted by OLB Nick Perry.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | --- | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE E.Connell | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | TE V.McDonald |
| +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Spy | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | WLB N.Perry | In Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-1-CIN40 (3Q: 06:27) Cam Newton pass completed to WR Shaquille Brooks for 16 yards. Tackled by S Kurt Coleman. Brooks gained 6 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT B.Moore | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT S.Williams | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE S.Bridges | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | MLB N.Palmer | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT T.Williams | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WLB R.Appleton | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB J.May | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB Q.Demps | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB N.Lawson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Bump and Run | --- | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS K.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-CIN24 (3Q: 05:50) James Conner ran inside the right tackle for -4 yards. Tackled by CB Quintin Demps.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | SLOT T.Williams |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE S.Bridges | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | FB D.Washington |
| +++ | WLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| --- | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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| 2-14-CIN28 (3Q: 05:26) PENALTY: G Parker Ehinger of Pittsburgh was called for a False Start. |
2-19-CIN33 (3Q: 05:21) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Will Fuller. ILB Bud Dupree defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Pritchett | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE V.McDonald | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE E.Connell | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB D.Washington | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | SLB N.Palmer | Short Zone | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Protect | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | WLB N.Perry | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-19-CIN33 (3Q: 05:14) Cam Newton pass completed to RB James Conner for 4 yards. Tackled by CB Quintin Demps.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE E.Connell | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Williams | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 3tcDT B.Moore | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE S.Bridges | Rush Passer | --- | | RB J.Conner | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB R.Appleton | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | WLB N.Perry | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB L.Ryan | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB N.Lawson | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-15-CIN29 (3Q: 04:47) Paul Ernster attempted a 46 yard field goal and missed short of the crossbar. A bad snap from center appeared to cause the miscue. |
1-10-CIN36 (3Q: 04:41) Carson Palmer pass completed to FB T.J. Davies for 5 yards. Tackled by CB Josh Nobles. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT M.Shaughnessy | Rush Passer | --- | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | +++ | | FB T.Davies | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | WILB H.Vergara | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | Short Zone | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Bump and Run | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Double TE | +++ |
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2-5-CIN41 (3Q: 03:58) Carson Palmer pass completed to WR A.J. Jenkins for 9 yards. Tackled by CB Josh Nobles. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT H.Vergara | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SILB J.Forrest | Double X(SE) | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | WLB R.Duffy | Blitz Passer | --- | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | --- | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Man-to-Man | --- | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | Short Zone | --- | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT50 (3Q: 03:29) Carson Palmer pass completed to WR ArDarius Stewart for 3 yards. Tackled by CB Josh Nobles, assisted by OLB Clay Matthews. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
| OFFENSE | 005 Personnel | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT H.Vergara | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT A.Stewart | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE M.Shaughnessy | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB R.Duffy | Spy on QB | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT R.White | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | LCB C.Matthews | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | RCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Short Zone | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | DB C.Elder | Short Zone | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS C.Prosinski | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-7-PIT47 (3Q: 02:48) Carson Palmer pass completed to TE Levine Toilolo for 5 yards. Tackled by OLB Clay Matthews. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT M.Shaughnessy | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | Blitz Passer | --- | | TE L.Toilolo | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WILB H.Vergara | Double X(SE) | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | Short Zone | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB B.Webb | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-2-PIT42 (3Q: 02:05) Jonathan Dwyer ran outside the right tackle for 0 yards. Tackled by S Dawan Landry.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Man to Man | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE H.Vergara | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Hargrave | In Box | +++ | | TE B.Bell |
| +++ | RDE M.Shaughnessy | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Ball Carrier | --- | SILB J.Forrest | In Box | +++ | | FB T.Davies |
| +++ | WILB J.Johnson | In Box | --- | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | In Box | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Out of Box | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB B.Webb | Out of Box | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Out of Box | +++ |
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| 4-2-PIT42 (3Q: 01:21) Bradley Pinion punted 42 yards. Touchback. |
1-10-PIT20 (3Q: 01:14) Charles Sims ran a draw inside the right guard for 2 yards. Tackled by CB Quintin Demps.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT B.Moore | In Box | --- | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT S.Williams | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE E.Connell | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | SLOT T.Williams |
| +++ | WLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-8-PIT22 (3Q: 00:37) DeAndré Washington ran inside the right tackle for 8 yards. Tackled by DE Eduardo Connell. Key block delivered by Dakota Dozier.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE E.Connell | In Box | +++ | | RB D.Washington | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | TE V.McDonald |
| +++ | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | WLB N.Perry | In Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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| Start of fourth quarter. |
1-10-PIT30 (4Q: 15:00) Play-Action. Cam Newton pass completed to WR Will Fuller for 5 yards. Tackled by CB Logan Ryan.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT B.Moore | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE E.Connell | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WLB N.Palmer | Spy on QB | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-5-PIT35 (4Q: 14:32) Will Fuller ran a reverse around left end for 7 yards. Tackled by OLB Nick Perry. Key block delivered by Parker Ehinger.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | --- | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Ball Carrier | +++ | RDE E.Connell | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner |
| +++ | SLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | FB V.McDonald |
| +++ | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | WLB N.Perry | In Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-10-PIT42 (4Q: 13:51) Cam Newton pass completed to RB Charles Sims for 3 yards. Tackled by ILB Bud Dupree, assisted by CB Nevin Lawson.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT B.Moore | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Williams | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | RDE S.Bridges | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT T.Williams | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB N.Palmer | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-7-PIT45 (4Q: 13:05) Cam Newton pass completed to WR Will Fuller for 17 yards. Tackled by DE Aldon Smith. Fuller gained 12 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Pritchett | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | --- | | TE V.McDonald | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE E.Connell | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | SLB N.Palmer | Short Zone | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Protect | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | WLB N.Perry | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Bump and Run | --- | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-CIN38 (4Q: 12:33) James Conner ran inside the left tackle for 5 yards. Tackled by DT Erick Evans, assisted by DT Sheldon Rankins. Key block delivered by Oliver Humphrey.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Pritchett |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | TE V.McDonald |
| --- | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE E.Connell | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | FB D.Washington |
| --- | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | --- | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | WLB N.Perry | In Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | --- | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-5-CIN33 (4Q: 12:08) The Hammer Sims ran a trap outside the left tackle for -4 yards. Tackled by CB Quintin Demps, assisted by S Scott Patton.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) T.Williams |
| +++ | 1tcDT B.Moore | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE E.Connell | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Ball Carrier | --- | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester |
| +++ | WLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| --- | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| --- | NB L.Ryan | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-9-CIN37 (4Q: 11:26) Cam Newton sacked by DE Shaun Bridges for a loss of 2 yards. Sack allowed by James Conner.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE E.Connell | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | --- | 1tcDT S.Williams | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT B.Moore | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE S.Bridges | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Protect | --- | MLB R.Appleton | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Primary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | WLB N.Perry | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| --- | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB L.Ryan | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB N.Lawson | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| --- | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-11-CIN39 (4Q: 10:56) Drew Kaser punted 39 yards. Touchback. |
1-10-CIN20 (4Q: 10:49) Carson Palmer pass completed to TE Blake Bell for 5 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by S Marcus Peters.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Hargrave | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Secondary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SILB J.Forrest | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Short Zone | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-5-CIN25 (4Q: 10:05) Justin Hardy ran a reverse around left end for 4 yards. Tackled by S Matt Elam.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins |
| +++ | 1tcDT J.Hargrave | In Box | --- | | SLOT J.Hardy | Ball Carrier | +++ | RDE K.Short | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi |
| +++ | SILB J.Forrest | In Box | +++ | | FB T.Davies |
| +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Out of Box | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Out of Box | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS M.Elam | In Box | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-1-CIN29 (4Q: 09:39) Jay Ajayi ran around left end for 3 yards. Tackled by ILB James-Michael Johnson, assisted by S Dawan Landry. Key block delivered by Eric Wood.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE H.Vergara | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins |
| +++ | 1tcDT W.Mercilus | In Box | +++ | | TE B.Bell |
| +++ | RDE M.Shaughnessy | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen |
| +++ | SLB C.Matthews | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Ball Carrier | +++ | SILB J.Forrest | In Box | --- | | SLOT J.Hardy |
| +++ | WLB J.Johnson | In Box | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB R.Duffy | Out of Box | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB M.Peters | Out of Box | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Out of Box | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | Out of Box | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-10-CIN32 (4Q: 08:56) Carson Palmer pass fell incomplete, intended for WR A.J. Jenkins. ILB Josh Forrest defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Hargrave | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Protect | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB J.Forrest | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | --- | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Short Zone | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-CIN32 (4Q: 08:49) Carson Palmer pass completed to RB Jay Ajayi for 6 yards. Tackled by S Jaquiski Tartt.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT H.Vergara | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SILB J.Forrest | Short Zone | --- | | SLOT J.Hardy | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB B.Webb | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Short Zone | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-4-CIN38 (4Q: 08:07) Carson Palmer pass was intended for FB T.J. Davies and was intercepted by S Marcus Peters at the CIN37. The interception was returned 2 yards. Tackled by T.J. Davies.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT H.Vergara | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | --- | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | +++ | | FB T.Davies | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | --- | WILB R.Duffy | Spy on QB | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-CIN35 (4Q: 07:56) James Conner ran around right end for 0 yards and was forced out of bounds. Tackled by OLB Nate Palmer, assisted by DE Aldon Smith. DT Sheldon Rankins knocked down Vance McDonald to break up the play.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT B.Moore | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE E.Connell | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | --- | SLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | TE V.McDonald |
| --- | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | WLB N.Perry | In Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Spy | +++ |
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2-10-CIN35 (4Q: 07:28) The Hammer Sims ran a trap outside the right tackle for 8 yards. Tackled by S Scott Patton. Key block delivered by Dakota Dozier.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | --- | | X(SE) T.Williams |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE E.Connell | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester |
| +++ | WLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| --- | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-2-CIN27 (4Q: 07:08) Cam Newton pass completed to TE Troy Niklas for 8 yards. Tackled by ILB Rodolfo Appleton. Niklas gained 3 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT B.Moore | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT S.Williams | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE S.Bridges | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB N.Palmer | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | WLB R.Appleton | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB J.May | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB Q.Demps | Bump and Run | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB N.Lawson | Bump and Run | --- | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS K.Coleman | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-CIN19 (4Q: 06:29) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Will Fuller. CB Quintin Demps knocked the ball out of his grasp.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | --- | | TE T.Niklas | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT E.Evans | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE S.Bridges | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Blitz Passer | --- | | SLOT T.Williams | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | WLB N.Palmer | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB C.Cortez | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| --- | SS S.Patton | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-CIN19 (4Q: 06:22) Cam Newton pass completed to TE Troy Niklas for 1 yard. Tackled by ILB Bud Dupree.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | Rush Passer | --- | | TE T.Niklas | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT B.Moore | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Secondary, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | RDE E.Connell | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Spy on QB | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | WLB N.Palmer | Short Zone | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB C.Cortez | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-9-CIN18 (4Q: 05:51) Cam Newton pass completed to WR Will Fuller for 18 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Pittsburgh 16, Cincinnati 13
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE E.Connell | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) S.Brooks | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Williams | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE T.Niklas | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT B.Moore | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE A.Smith | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Protect | +++ | MLB R.Appleton | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester | Secondary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | WLB N.Perry | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB L.Ryan | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB N.Lawson | Short Zone | --- | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| (4Q: 05:51) Extra point by Paul Ernster was good. Pittsburgh 17, Cincinnati 13 |
| (4Q: 05:41) Paul Ernster kicked off 48 yards from the PIT35. A.J. Jenkins returned the ball 22 yards to the CIN39. Tackled by James Conner. PENALTY: RB Jonathan Dwyer of Cincinnati was called for Holding on the Kick Return. |
1-10-CIN26 (4Q: 05:08) Carson Palmer sacked by OLB Clay Matthews for a loss of 9 yards. Sack allowed by Ryan Ramczyk.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | SLB C.Matthews | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | +++ | | TE R.Anderson | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | WILB H.Vergara | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| --- | WLB J.O'Neal | Short Zone | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| --- | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Double X(SE) | +++ |
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2-19-CIN17 (4Q: 04:25) Carson Palmer pass fell incomplete, intended for WR A.J. Jenkins. DT Andrew Billings hurried the quarterback into a bad throw. The quarterback threw into double coverage. PENALTY: G Tanner Hawkinson of Cincinnati was called for Offensive Holding. The penalty was declined.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Protect | --- | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | +++ | | FB T.Davies | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | WILB H.Vergara | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Bump and Run | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Double X(SE) | +++ |
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3-19-CIN17 (4Q: 04:19) Carson Palmer pass completed to WR Kennedy Bentsen for 12 yards. Tackled by OLB Rodney Duffy, assisted by S Marcus Peters. Bentsen gained 1 yard after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage. The ball was fumbled and recovered by PIT Rodney Duffy on the CIN29.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE R.Anderson | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Protect | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | --- | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | +++ | | FB T.Davies | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WILB R.Duffy | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WLB J.O'Neal | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB J.Nobles | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Double TE | +++ |
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1-10-CIN29 (4Q: 04:13) Charles Sims ran inside the left guard for -1 yards. Tackled by DT Byron Moore.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Rankins | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT B.Moore | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE E.Connell | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Sims | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester |
| +++ | WLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-11-CIN30 (4Q: 03:28) James Conner ran inside the right tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by OLB Nate Palmer.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE A.Smith | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT B.Moore | In Box | +++ | | SLOT T.Williams |
| +++ | 3tcDT S.Williams | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE E.Connell | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | FB D.Washington |
| +++ | WLB N.Palmer | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB L.Ryan | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-9-CIN28 (4Q: 02:42) James Conner ran inside the left guard for 3 yards. Tackled by S Scott Patton.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Newton |
| *** | LDE E.Connell | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) S.Brooks |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Williams | In Box | +++ | | TE T.Niklas |
| +++ | 3tcDT B.Moore | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE S.Bridges | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB R.Appleton | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Hester |
| +++ | WLB N.Perry | In Box | +++ | | LT J.Terry |
| +++ | LCB Q.Demps | Out of Box | +++ | | LG P.Ehinger |
| +++ | RCB L.Ryan | Out of Box | +++ | | C A.Shipley |
| +++ | NB N.Lawson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dozier |
| +++ | SS S.Patton | Out of Box | +++ | | RT O.Humphrey |
| +++ | FS D.Masucci | Out of Box | +++ |
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| Cincinnati called a time out. |
| 4-6-CIN25 (4Q: 02:31) Paul Ernster attempted a 42 yard field goal and succeeded. Pittsburgh 20, Cincinnati 13 |
| (4Q: 02:25) Paul Ernster kicked off 62 yards from the PIT35. A.J. Jenkins returned the ball 19 yards to the CIN22. Tackled by John Terry. PENALTY: WR Jacoby Ford of Pittsburgh was called for Offsides on the Kickoff. |
| (4Q: 02:19) Paul Ernster kicked off 47 yards from the PIT30. A.J. Jenkins returned the ball 21 yards to the CIN44. Tackled by Chris Prosinski. |
1-10-CIN44 (4Q: 02:11) Carson Palmer pass completed to WR Kennedy Bentsen for 9 yards. Tackled by CB Corn Elder, assisted by S Jaquiski Tartt. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Hargrave | Rush Passer | --- | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB J.Forrest | Short Zone | --- | | SLOT J.Hardy | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | WLB R.Duffy | Blitz Passer | --- | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | --- | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Short Zone | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Double X(SE) | +++ |
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| Official time out for the two-minute warning. |
2-1-PIT47 (4Q: 02:00) Carson Palmer pass completed to WR Justin Hardy for 18 yards. Tackled by CB Corn Elder. Hardy gained 1 yard after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Primary, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Hargrave | Rush Passer | --- | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB J.Forrest | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Secondary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | --- | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Double X(SE) | --- | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS M.Elam | Deep Zone | --- | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT29 (4Q: 01:39) Carson Palmer pass completed to WR A.J. Jenkins for 4 yards. Tackled by OLB Clay Matthews. Jenkins gained 4 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Hargrave | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Protect | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Ajayi | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB J.Forrest | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | Blitz Passer | --- | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | --- | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | --- | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Short Zone | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Double X(SE) | +++ |
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2-6-PIT25 (4Q: 01:17) Play-Action. Carson Palmer pass completed to TE Riddick Anderson for 11 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by CB Corn Elder. Anderson gained 2 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE H.Vergara | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Hargrave | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Protect | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SILB J.Forrest | Double X(SE) | --- | | TE R.Anderson | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB S.Weatherspoon | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Short Zone | --- | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS D.Landry | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT14 (4Q: 01:06) Carson Palmer pass fell incomplete, intended for WR A.J. Jenkins. OLB Clay Matthews defended the pass. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 005 Personnel | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT A.Stewart | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | RDE H.Vergara | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | SLB R.Duffy | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | WLB J.O'Neal | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT R.White | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | LCB C.Matthews | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| --- | RCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Double X(SE) | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | DB C.Elder | Short Zone | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-PIT14 (4Q: 00:58) Carson Palmer pass completed to WR A.J. Jenkins for 9 yards. Tackled by S Marcus Peters.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Short Zone | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Protect | +++ | SILB J.Johnson | Short Zone | +++ | | TE L.Toilolo | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | WILB H.Vergara | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| --- | WLB J.O'Neal | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | LCB M.Peters | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | RCB B.Webb | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| Cincinnati called a time out. |
3-1-PIT05 (4Q: 00:48) Carson Palmer pass was dropped by TE Blake Bell. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Man to Man | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE H.Vergara | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Hargrave | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | RDE M.Shaughnessy | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Secondary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | SLB C.Matthews | Double X(SE) | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SILB J.Forrest | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT J.Hardy | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | --- | WLB J.Johnson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | LCB S.Weatherspoon | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | RCB M.Peters | Bump and Run | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | NB J.Nobles | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| --- | SS D.Landry | Bump and Run | --- | | RT L.Flournoy |
| +++ | FS M.Elam | Bump and Run | +++ |
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4-1-PIT05 (4Q: 00:44) Carson Palmer scrambled for 5 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Pittsburgh 20, Cincinnati 19
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 34 Eagle, Goal Line Personnel, Man to Man, Buzz | | QB C.Palmer |
| *** | LDE N.Spence | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) A.Jenkins | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT A.Billings | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Bell | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT K.Short | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) K.Bentsen | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE C.Matthews | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Dwyer | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | NB J.Johnson | Short Zone | +++ | | FB T.Davies | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | --- | SILB R.Duffy | Short Zone | +++ | | LT R.Ramczyk |
| +++ | WILB J.O'Neal | Short Zone | +++ | | LG O.Sampson |
| +++ | WLB M.Peters | Bump and Run | +++ | | C E.Wood |
| +++ | LCB J.Nobles | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG T.Hawkinson |
| +++ | RCB J.Tartt | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT L.Flournoy |
| --- | SS M.Elam | Bump and Run | +++ |
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| (4Q: 00:44) Extra point by Jeff Chandler missed. The snap from center was quite a bit off the mark. |
| (4Q: 00:36) Jeff Chandler kicked off (onside) from the CIN35. PIT Vance McDonald recovered the kick. |
| 1-10-CIN46 (4Q: 00:32) Cam Newton dropped to one knee for -1 yards. |
| Cincinnati called a time out. |
| 2-11-CIN47 (4Q: 00:25) Cam Newton dropped to one knee for -2 yards. |
| Final Score: Pittsburgh Steelers 20, Cincinnati Bengals 19 |