Week 14, 2017

Played in Minnesota, MN, weather: 32 degrees, rain, 13 mph wind.
Minnesota won the toss and elected to receive.
Start of first quarter.
(1Q: 15:00) Paul Ernster kicked off 70 yards from the PIT35. Touchback.
1-10-MIN25 (1Q: 15:00) Gabriel Fox ran a reverse around right end for 20 yards. Tackled by ILB Josh Forrest. Key block delivered by King Dunlap.
OFFENSE131 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceIn Box+++
TE J.Smith
+++1tcDT J.HargraveIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) G.FoxBall Carrier+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box---
RB A.Abdullah
+++SILB J.ForrestIn Box+++
TE T.Buford
+++WILB H.VergaraIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++WLB J.O'NealIn Box---
LG R.Harewood
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box---
C J.Looney
+++RCB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamOut of Box+++
1-10-MIN45 (1Q: 14:24) Ameer Abdullah ran a draw inside the left guard for 5 yards. Tackled by S Dawan Landry. Key block delivered by Joe Looney.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT A.BillingsIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box+++
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
2-5-MIN50 (1Q: 13:57) Ameer Abdullah ran a counterplay inside the left tackle for 3 yards. Tackled by OLB Sean Weatherspoon.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT A.BillingsIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box+++
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
3-2-PIT47 (1Q: 13:35) Play-Action. Andy Dalton pass completed to RB Ameer Abdullah for 9 yards. Tackled by CB Josh Nobles. Abdullah gained 1 yard after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Man to Man
QB A.Dalton
***LDE W.MercilusRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++1tcDT J.HargraveRush Passer---
TE C.PangOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++RDE M.ShaughnessyRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonSecondary, 1 Out (5-8)+++SLB C.MatthewsBlitz Passer+++
RB A.AbdullahPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SILB J.MoutonShort Zone---
SLOT A.ArringtonOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++WLB J.ForrestDouble SLOT+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB S.WeatherspoonBump and Run+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbBump and Run+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesBump and Run+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryBump and Run+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamBump and Run+++
1-10-PIT38 (1Q: 13:03) Andy Dalton pass was blocked at the line, intended for WR Jordan Matthews. DE Kawann Short blocked the pass. PENALTY: DE Kawann Short of Pittsburgh was called for Illegal Use of the Hands by the Defense.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsPrimary, S Screen (S)+++1tcDT A.BillingsRush Passer+++
TE C.PangOutlet, S Screen (S)+++RDE K.ShortRush Passer---
Z(FL) S.JohnsonSecondary, 9 Fade (27-39)+++SLB C.MatthewsShort Zone+++
RB A.AbdullahOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SILB J.MoutonSpy on QB+++
SLOT A.ArringtonOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++WLB S.WeatherspoonBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersMan-to-Man+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbMan-to-Man+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesShort Zone+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryDeep Zone+++
RT K.Dunlap
---FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
1-10-PIT33 (1Q: 12:58) Ameer Abdullah ran a draw inside the right guard for 15 yards. Tackled by S Marcus Peters. Key block delivered by Logan Whiting. PENALTY: T King Dunlap of Minnesota was called for Offensive Holding.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT A.BillingsIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box---
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonSpy+++
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box---
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
---FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
1-20-PIT43 (1Q: 12:48) PENALTY: T Jared Veldheer of Minnesota was called for a False Start.
1-25-PIT48 (1Q: 12:42) Andy Dalton pass completed to TE Corbin Pang for 12 yards. Tackled by CB Josh Nobles.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-1
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer---
X(SE) J.MatthewsOutlet, 7 Corner (19-26)+++1tcDT J.HargraveRush Passer+++
TE C.PangPrimary, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++RDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonSecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SLB C.MatthewsBlitz Passer+++
RB A.AbdullahOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SILB J.ForrestBlitz Passer+++
TE J.SmithOutlet, S Screen (S)+++WILB H.VergaraMan-to-Man+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++WLB J.O'NealBlitz Passer+++
LG R.Harewood
+++LCB M.PetersMan-to-Man+++
C J.Looney
+++RCB J.NoblesMan-to-Man+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttMan-to-Man+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamDeep Zone+++
2-13-PIT36 (1Q: 12:11) Andy Dalton pass completed to WR Stevie Johnson for 16 yards. Tackled by CB Josh Nobles. Johnson gained 3 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Pro formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++1tcDT J.HargraveRush Passer+++
TE C.PangOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++RDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonPrimary, 4 Curl (9-12)+++SLB C.MatthewsBlitz Passer+++
RB A.AbdullahSecondary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++SILB J.ForrestBlitz Passer+++
FB J.SmithOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++WILB H.VergaraShort Zone---
LT J.Veldheer
+++WLB J.O'NealShort Zone---
LG R.Harewood
+++LCB M.PetersBump and Run+++
C J.Looney
+++RCB J.NoblesBump and Run---
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamDeep Zone+++
1-10-PIT20 (1Q: 11:27) Andy Dalton pass completed to WR Jordan Matthews for 20 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Matthews gained 11 yards after the catch. Minnesota 6, Pittsburgh 0
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer---
X(SE) J.MatthewsSecondary, 4 Curl (9-12)+++1tcDT A.BillingsRush Passer---
TE C.PangOutlet, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++RDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonPrimary, 4 Curl (9-12)+++SLB C.MatthewsShort Zone+++
RB A.AbdullahOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++SILB J.MoutonShort Zone+++
SLOT A.ArringtonOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++WLB S.WeatherspoonBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersShort Zone---
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbDeep Zone---
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesDeep Zone---
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryShort Zone+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
(1Q: 11:27) Extra point by Cody Parkey was good. Minnesota 7, Pittsburgh 0
(1Q: 11:14) Cody Parkey kicked off 66 yards from the MIN35. Corn Elder returned the ball 37 yards to the PIT36. Tackled by Shareece Wright.
1-10-PIT36 (1Q: 10:47) James Conner ran inside the left tackle for 7 yards. Tackled by S Landon Collins, assisted by OLB Jordan Sanford. Key block delivered by Parker Ehinger.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Newton
***LDE D.FosterIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Brooks
+++NT A.DonaldIn Box+++
TE T.Niklas
---RDE R.NkemdicheIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB J.SanfordIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier+++SILB A.BrownIn Box+++
SLOT D.Hester
+++WLB T.CrawfordIn Box+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughOut of Box+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerOut of Box+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsOut of Box---
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonOut of Box+++
2-3-PIT43 (1Q: 10:15) James Conner ran a trap outside the left tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by DT Aaron Donald. OLB Jordan Sanford knocked down John Terry to break up the play.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Newton
***LDE D.FosterIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Brooks
+++NT A.DonaldIn Box+++
TE T.Niklas
+++RDE R.NkemdicheIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB J.SanfordIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier+++SILB A.BrownIn Box+++
SLOT D.Hester
+++WLB T.CrawfordIn Box+++
LT J.Terry
---LCB T.WohlabaughOut of Box+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerOut of Box+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsOut of Box+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonOut of Box+++
3-1-PIT45 (1Q: 09:33) James Conner ran inside the left guard for 0 yards. Tackled by ILB Greg Lloyd.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB C.Newton
***LDE J.PhillipsIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Brooks
+++NT E.VanderdoesIn Box+++
TE T.Niklas
+++RDE A.DonaldIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB J.SanfordIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier+++SILB A.BrownIn Box+++
SLOT D.Hester
+++WLB G.LloydIn Box+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB R.JonesOut of Box+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB T.WohlabaughOut of Box+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB K.BakerOut of Box+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsIn Box+++
RT O.Humphrey
---FS B.CarlsonOut of Box+++
4-1-PIT45 (1Q: 08:57) Drew Kaser punted 50 yards. The ball was downed at the MIN05.
1-10-MIN05 (1Q: 08:47) Ameer Abdullah ran a counterplay inside the left tackle for 21 yards. Tackled by CB Josh Nobles. Key block delivered by Corbin Pang.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceIn Box---
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT A.BillingsIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonSpy+++
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box---
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryOut of Box---
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
1-10-MIN26 (1Q: 08:03) Andy Dalton pass completed to WR Jordan Matthews for 9 yards. Tackled by S Jaquiski Tartt. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsPrimary, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++1tcDT A.BillingsRush Passer+++
TE C.PangSecondary, 1 Out (5-8)+++RDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonOutlet, 7 Corner (19-26)+++SLB C.MatthewsShort Zone+++
RB A.AbdullahProtect+++SILB J.MoutonBlitz Passer+++
SLOT A.ArringtonOutlet, S Screen (S)+++WLB S.WeatherspoonShort Zone+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersMan-to-Man+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbSpy on QB+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesMan-to-Man+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryDeep Zone+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
2-1-MIN35 (1Q: 07:39) Ameer Abdullah ran inside the left tackle for -4 yards. Tackled by S Dawan Landry.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT A.BillingsIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box+++
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
---RCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
---NB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
3-5-MIN31 (1Q: 07:02) Gabriel Fox ran a reverse around left end for 0 yards. Tackled by S Marcus Peters, assisted by S Matt Elam.
OFFENSE014 PersonnelDEFENSE34 Eagle, Dime Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE K.ShortIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT A.BillingsIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE H.VergaraIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB R.DuffyIn Box+++
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB J.O'NealSpy+++
SLOT G.FoxBall Carrier---LCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++RCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++NB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
---DB C.ElderOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamOut of Box+++
4-5-MIN31 (1Q: 06:37) Bryan Anger punted 57 yards. The ball was marked out of bounds at the PIT12.
1-10-PIT12 (1Q: 06:30) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Will Fuller. OLB Jordan Sanford hurried the quarterback into a bad throw. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage. PENALTY: C A.Q. Shipley of Pittsburgh was called for Offensive Holding. The penalty was declined.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2
QB C.Newton
***LDE D.FosterRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksSecondary, 8 Post (19-26)---NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasProtect+++RDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerPrimary, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++SLB J.SanfordBlitz Passer+++
RB J.ConnerOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++SILB A.BrownShort Zone+++
SLOT D.HesterOutlet, S Screen (S)+++WLB T.CrawfordShort Zone+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughBump and Run+++
LG P.Ehinger
---RCB K.BakerBump and Run+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB C.JonesDouble SLOT+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsDeep Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonDeep Zone+++
2-10-PIT12 (1Q: 06:21) James Conner ran around left end for -4 yards. Tackled by S Landon Collins.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB C.Newton
***LDE D.FosterIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Brooks
+++NT A.DonaldIn Box+++
TE T.Niklas
+++RDE R.NkemdicheIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB J.SanfordIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier+++SILB A.BrownIn Box+++
SLOT D.Hester
+++WLB T.CrawfordIn Box+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughOut of Box+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerOut of Box+++
C A.Shipley
---NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG R.Hudson
---SS L.CollinsIn Box+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonOut of Box+++
3-14-PIT08 (1Q: 05:42) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Devin Hester. OLB Ray Jones knocked the ball out of his grasp.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB C.Newton
***LDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksOutlet, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++NT E.VanderdoesRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++RDE T.CrawfordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerSecondary, 9 Fade (27-39)+++SLB R.JonesShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SILB A.BrownShort Zone+++
SLOT D.HesterPrimary, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++WLB J.SanfordBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughShort Zone+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerDeep Zone+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB D.FloydDeep Zone+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsShort Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
---FS E.JacksonDeep Zone+++
4-14-PIT08 (1Q: 05:34) Drew Kaser punted 52 yards. Dennis Humphrey returned the kick 6 yards to the MIN46. Tackled by John Terry.
1-10-MIN46 (1Q: 05:23) Andy Dalton pass completed to WR Stevie Johnson for 1 yard. Tackled by OLB Clay Matthews.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer---
X(SE) J.MatthewsPrimary, W Wheel (9-18)+++1tcDT A.BillingsRush Passer+++
TE C.PangOutlet, 7 Corner (19-26)+++RDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonSecondary, F Flat (0-4)+++SLB C.MatthewsShort Zone+++
RB A.AbdullahProtect---SILB J.MoutonShort Zone+++
SLOT A.ArringtonOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++WLB S.WeatherspoonBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersShort Zone+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbDeep Zone+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesDeep Zone+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryShort Zone+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
2-9-MIN47 (1Q: 04:57) Ameer Abdullah ran a draw inside the right guard for 1 yard. Tackled by ILB Jonas Mouton.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT A.BillingsIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier---SILB J.MoutonSpy+++
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
---RCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
3-8-MIN48 (1Q: 04:25) Andy Dalton pass completed to WR Jordan Matthews for 11 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by S Jaquiski Tartt. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Matthews gained 1 yard after the catch.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsSecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++1tcDT J.HargraveRush Passer+++
TE C.PangOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++RDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonPrimary, 4 Curl (9-12)+++SLB C.MatthewsShort Zone+++
RB A.AbdullahOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SILB J.ForrestShort Zone---
TE J.SmithOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++WILB H.VergaraShort Zone+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++WLB J.O'NealBlitz Passer---
LG R.Harewood
+++LCB M.PetersDeep Zone+++
C J.Looney
+++RCB J.NoblesDeep Zone+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttShort Zone+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamDeep Zone+++
1-10-PIT41 (1Q: 03:43) Ameer Abdullah ran around right end for 5 yards. Tackled by ILB Jonas Mouton, assisted by CB B. W. Webb. Key block delivered by King Dunlap.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formation, PistolDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT A.BillingsIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box---
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
2-5-PIT36 (1Q: 03:16) Andy Dalton sacked by OLB Justin O'Neal for a loss of 16 yards. Sack allowed by King Dunlap.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-1
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsSecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++1tcDT J.HargraveRush Passer+++
TE C.PangOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)---RDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonPrimary, F Flat (0-4)+++SLB C.MatthewsBlitz Passer+++
RB A.AbdullahProtect+++SILB J.ForrestBlitz Passer+++
TE J.SmithOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++WILB H.VergaraMan-to-Man+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++WLB J.O'NealBlitz Passer+++
LG R.Harewood
+++LCB M.PetersMan-to-Man+++
C J.Looney
+++RCB J.NoblesMan-to-Man+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttMan-to-Man+++
RT K.Dunlap
---FS M.ElamDeep Zone+++
3-21-MIN48 (1Q: 02:31) Andy Dalton pass completed to WR Stevie Johnson for 11 yards. Tackled by S Matt Elam.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Strong formation, PistolDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsSecondary, W Wheel (9-18)+++1tcDT A.BillingsRush Passer+++
TE C.PangOutlet, W Wheel (9-18)+++RDE H.VergaraRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonPrimary, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++SLB C.MatthewsShort Zone+++
RB A.AbdullahProtect+++SILB J.MoutonShort Zone---
SLOT A.ArringtonOutlet, 7 Corner (19-26)+++WLB S.WeatherspoonBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Veldheer
---LCB M.PetersMan-to-Man+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB J.NoblesMan-to-Man+++
C J.Looney
+++NB C.ElderShort Zone+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT K.Dunlap
---FS M.ElamDeep Zone---
4-10-PIT41 (1Q: 01:58) Bryan Anger punted 35 yards. The ball was marked out of bounds at the PIT06.
1-10-PIT06 (1Q: 01:51) James Conner ran inside the left tackle for 3 yards. Tackled by ILB Arthur Brown.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Strong formation, PistolDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Newton
***LDE D.FosterIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Brooks
+++NT A.DonaldIn Box+++
TE T.Niklas
+++RDE R.NkemdicheIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB J.SanfordIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier+++SILB A.BrownIn Box+++
SLOT D.Hester
+++WLB T.CrawfordIn Box+++
LT J.Terry
---LCB T.WohlabaughOut of Box+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerOut of Box+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsOut of Box+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonOut of Box+++
2-7-PIT09 (1Q: 01:15) James Conner ran a trap outside the right tackle for -4 yards. Tackled by CB Kerry Baker, assisted by ILB Arthur Brown.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB C.Newton
***LDE D.FosterIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Brooks
+++NT A.DonaldIn Box+++
TE T.Niklas
---RDE R.NkemdicheIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB J.SanfordIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier---SILB A.BrownIn Box+++
SLOT D.Hester
+++WLB T.CrawfordIn Box+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughOut of Box+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerOut of Box+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsIn Box+++
RT O.Humphrey
---FS E.JacksonOut of Box+++
3-11-PIT05 (1Q: 00:36) Play-Action. Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Vance McDonald. S Landon Collins defended the pass. PENALTY: T Oliver Humphrey of Pittsburgh was called for Offensive Holding. The penalty was declined.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Man to Man
QB C.Newton
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksOutlet, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasSecondary, F Flat (0-4)+++RDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SLB T.CrawfordBlitz Passer+++
RB J.ConnerOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SILB A.BrownBlitz Passer+++
TE V.McDonaldPrimary, 1 Out (5-8)+++WILB G.LloydBump and Run+++
LT J.Terry
---WLB J.SanfordBlitz Passer+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++LCB T.WohlabaughBump and Run+++
C A.Shipley
+++RCB K.BakerBlitz Passer+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsBump and Run+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonBump and Run+++
4-11-PIT05 (1Q: 00:32) Drew Kaser punted 39 yards. Dennis Humphrey returned the kick 7 yards to the PIT37. Tackled by Sean Weatherspoon. Ball was fumbled and recovered by MIN Greg Lloyd at the PIT37.
1-10-PIT37 (1Q: 00:23) Ameer Abdullah ran around right end for 15 yards. Tackled by S Marcus Peters. Key block delivered by King Dunlap. Dunlap ran over Jonas Mouton to set up the play.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formation, PistolDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT A.BillingsIn Box---
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonSpy---
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box---
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box---
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
Start of second quarter.
1-10-PIT22 (2Q: 15:00) Ameer Abdullah ran inside the right tackle for -1 yards. Tackled by S Dawan Landry.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formation, PistolDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT M.ShaughnessyIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box+++
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box---
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
---NB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
2-11-PIT23 (2Q: 14:33) Andy Dalton pass completed to WR Stevie Johnson for -4 yards. Tackled by OLB Clay Matthews. PENALTY: DE Kawann Short of Pittsburgh was called for Offsides.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE M.ShaughnessyRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsPrimary, F Flat (0-4)+++1tcDT W.MercilusRush Passer+++
TE C.PangOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++RDE K.ShortRush Passer---
Z(FL) S.JohnsonSecondary, S Screen (S)+++SLB C.MatthewsShort Zone+++
RB A.AbdullahOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SILB J.MoutonShort Zone+++
SLOT A.ArringtonOutlet, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++WLB S.WeatherspoonBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersMan-to-Man---
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbMan-to-Man+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesShort Zone+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryDeep Zone---
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
2-6-PIT18 (2Q: 14:24) Andy Dalton scrambled for 3 yards. Tackled by CB Josh Nobles.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsSecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++1tcDT A.BillingsRush Passer+++
TE C.PangProtect+++RDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonPrimary, F Flat (0-4)+++SLB C.MatthewsShort Zone---
RB A.AbdullahProtect+++SILB J.MoutonShort Zone+++
SLOT A.ArringtonOutlet, 6 Deep In (13-18)---WLB S.WeatherspoonBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersMan-to-Man+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbMan-to-Man+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesShort Zone+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryDeep Zone+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
3-3-PIT15 (2Q: 13:46) Andy Dalton pass completed to WR Stevie Johnson for 11 yards. Tackled by CB Josh Nobles. Johnson gained 4 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++1tcDT A.BillingsRush Passer+++
TE C.PangSecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++RDE M.ShaughnessyRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonPrimary, 1 Out (5-8)+++SLB C.MatthewsShort Zone+++
RB A.AbdullahProtect+++SILB J.MoutonShort Zone+++
SLOT A.ArringtonOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++WLB S.WeatherspoonBlitz Passer---
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB B.WebbMan-to-Man+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB J.NoblesMan-to-Man+++
C J.Looney
+++NB C.ElderShort Zone+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamDeep Zone+++
1-4-PIT04 (2Q: 13:03) Andy Dalton pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Stevie Johnson. ILB Josh Forrest hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSE34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Man to Man
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsSecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++1tcDT J.HargraveRush Passer+++
TE C.PangProtect+++RDE M.ShaughnessyRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonPrimary, F Flat (0-4)+++SLB C.MatthewsBump and Run+++
RB A.AbdullahProtect+++SILB J.ForrestBlitz Passer+++
SLOT A.ArringtonOutlet, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++WILB J.MoutonBump and Run+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++WLB J.O'NealBlitz Passer+++
LG R.Harewood
+++LCB M.PetersBump and Run+++
C J.Looney
---RCB J.NoblesBump and Run+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttBump and Run+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamBlitz Passer+++
2-4-PIT04 (2Q: 12:58) Andy Dalton sacked by OLB Clay Matthews for a loss of 1 yard. Sack allowed by Logan Whiting.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSE34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsSecondary, 0 Dig (0-4)---1tcDT J.HargraveRush Passer+++
TE C.PangProtect---RDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SLB C.MatthewsBlitz Passer+++
RB A.AbdullahOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SILB J.ForrestSpy on QB+++
SLOT A.ArringtonOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++WILB H.VergaraShort Zone+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++WLB J.O'NealShort Zone+++
LG R.Harewood
---LCB M.PetersMan-to-Man+++
C J.Looney
+++RCB J.NoblesMan-to-Man+++
RG L.Whiting
---SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamDeep Zone+++
3-5-PIT05 (2Q: 12:19) Andy Dalton pass fell incomplete, intended for RB Ameer Abdullah. DE Matt Shaughnessy hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++1tcDT M.ShaughnessyRush Passer+++
TE C.PangOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)---RDE H.VergaraRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SLB C.MatthewsBlitz Passer+++
RB A.AbdullahSecondary, S Screen (S)+++SILB J.MoutonSpy on QB+++
SLOT A.ArringtonPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++WLB S.WeatherspoonShort Zone+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersMan-to-Man+++
LG R.Harewood
---RCB J.NoblesMan-to-Man+++
C J.Looney
+++NB C.ElderShort Zone+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT K.Dunlap
---FS M.ElamDeep Zone+++
4-5-PIT05 (2Q: 12:14) Cody Parkey attempted a 22 yard field goal and succeeded. Minnesota 10, Pittsburgh 0
(2Q: 12:07) Cody Parkey kicked off 73 yards from the MIN35. Touchback.
1-10-PIT25 (2Q: 12:07) James Conner ran inside the left tackle for -2 yards. Tackled by S Landon Collins.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Newton
***LDE D.FosterIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Brooks
+++NT A.DonaldIn Box+++
TE V.McDonald
+++RDE R.NkemdicheIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB J.SanfordIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier+++SILB A.BrownIn Box+++
SLOT J.Ford
+++WLB T.CrawfordIn Box+++
LT J.Terry
---LCB T.WohlabaughOut of Box+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerOut of Box+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsOut of Box+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonOut of Box+++
2-12-PIT23 (2Q: 11:26) James Conner ran inside the right guard for 2 yards. Tackled by OLB Ray Jones, assisted by OLB Jordan Sanford. PENALTY: RB James Conner of Pittsburgh was called for Illegal Motion.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB C.Newton
***LDE J.PhillipsIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Brooks
+++NT A.DonaldIn Box+++
TE T.Niklas
---RDE T.CrawfordIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB J.SanfordIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier---SILB A.BrownIn Box+++
SLOT D.Hester
+++WLB R.JonesIn Box+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughOut of Box+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerOut of Box+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsIn Box+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonOut of Box+++
2-17-PIT18 (2Q: 11:17) Cam Newton pass completed to TE Troy Niklas for 3 yards. Tackled by CB Kerry Baker. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2
QB C.Newton
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksSecondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++RDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++SLB J.SanfordShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerProtect+++SILB A.BrownDouble SLOT+++
SLOT D.HesterOutlet, 7 Corner (19-26)+++WLB T.CrawfordBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughBump and Run+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerBump and Run+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB C.JonesShort Zone+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsDeep Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonDeep Zone---
3-14-PIT21 (2Q: 10:30) Cam Newton sacked by DT Eddie Vanderdoes for a loss of 5 yards. Vanderdoes ran right past James Conner and knocked down the quarterback.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB C.Newton
***LDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksSecondary, 6 Deep In (13-18)---NT E.VanderdoesRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++RDE T.CrawfordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++SLB R.JonesShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerProtect---SILB A.BrownShort Zone+++
SLOT J.FordPrimary, 8 Post (19-26)+++WLB J.SanfordBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Terry
---LCB T.WohlabaughShort Zone+++
LG P.Ehinger
---RCB K.BakerDeep Zone+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB D.FloydDeep Zone+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsShort Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonDeep Zone+++
4-19-PIT16 (2Q: 09:57) Drew Kaser punted 54 yards. Dennis Humphrey returned the kick 14 yards to the MIN44. PENALTY: TE Corbin Pang of Minnesota was called for an Illegal Block on the Punt Return.
1-10-MIN27 (2Q: 09:50) Ameer Abdullah ran a draw inside the right guard for 12 yards. Tackled by S Dawan Landry, assisted by S Marcus Peters. Key block delivered by Jared Veldheer.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE M.ShaughnessyIn Box---
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT A.BillingsIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box---
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box+++
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box---
1-10-MIN39 (2Q: 09:17) Andy Dalton pass completed to TE Corbin Pang for 35 yards. Tackled by CB Josh Nobles. Pang gained 35 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE014 PersonnelDEFENSE34 Eagle, Dime Personnel, Cover-1
QB A.Dalton
***LDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++1tcDT A.BillingsRush Passer+++
TE C.PangPrimary, S Screen (S)+++RDE H.VergaraRush Passer---
Z(FL) S.JohnsonOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SLB R.DuffyBlitz Passer+++
SLOT A.ArringtonOutlet, S Screen (S)+++WLB J.O'NealBlitz Passer---
SLOT G.FoxSecondary, 4 Curl (9-12)+++LCB B.WebbMan-to-Man+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++RCB M.PetersMan-to-Man+++
LG R.Harewood
+++NB J.NoblesMan-to-Man+++
C J.Looney
+++DB C.ElderBlitz Passer---
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttMan-to-Man+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamDeep Zone+++
1-10-PIT26 (2Q: 08:38) Ameer Abdullah ran inside the right guard for 4 yards. Tackled by CB B. W. Webb, assisted by OLB Rodney Duffy.
OFFENSE104 Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Dime Personnel, Press-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE K.ShortIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT A.BillingsIn Box---
SLOT A.Arrington
+++RDE M.ShaughnessyIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB R.DuffyIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++WLB J.O'NealIn Box+++
SLOT A.Osborne
+++LCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++RCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++NB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++DB C.ElderOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamOut of Box+++
2-6-PIT22 (2Q: 08:09) Ameer Abdullah ran around right end for 12 yards. Tackled by S Dawan Landry, assisted by DT Andrew Billings. Key block delivered by King Dunlap.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT A.BillingsIn Box---
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box---
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box+++
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box---
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesOut of Box---
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryOut of Box---
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
1-10-PIT10 (2Q: 07:29) Andy Dalton pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Jordan Matthews. CB B. W. Webb defended the pass.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsPrimary, W Wheel (9-18)+++1tcDT A.BillingsRush Passer+++
TE C.PangOutlet, 7 Corner (19-26)+++RDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonSecondary, F Flat (0-4)---SLB C.MatthewsShort Zone+++
RB A.AbdullahProtect---SILB J.MoutonSpy on QB+++
SLOT A.ArringtonOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++WLB S.WeatherspoonBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Veldheer
---LCB M.PetersMan-to-Man+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbMan-to-Man+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesShort Zone+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryDeep Zone+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
2-10-PIT10 (2Q: 07:22) Andy Dalton pass completed to WR Adrian Arrington for 2 yards. Tackled by S Dawan Landry.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Man to Man
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsSecondary, S Screen (S)---1tcDT A.BillingsRush Passer+++
TE C.PangOutlet, 7 Corner (19-26)+++RDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++SLB C.MatthewsBlitz Passer+++
RB A.AbdullahProtect+++SILB J.MoutonBlitz Passer+++
SLOT A.ArringtonPrimary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++WLB S.WeatherspoonBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Veldheer
---LCB M.PetersBump and Run+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbBump and Run+++
C J.Looney
---NB J.NoblesBump and Run+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryBump and Run+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttBump and Run+++
3-8-PIT08 (2Q: 07:02) Andy Dalton pass completed to WR Stevie Johnson for 8 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Johnson gained 1 yard after the catch. Minnesota 16, Pittsburgh 0
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsPrimary, W Wheel (9-18)+++1tcDT A.BillingsRush Passer+++
TE C.PangOutlet, 7 Corner (19-26)+++RDE H.VergaraRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonSecondary, F Flat (0-4)+++SLB C.MatthewsSpy on QB+++
RB A.AbdullahProtect+++SILB J.MoutonShort Zone+++
SLOT A.ArringtonOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++WLB S.WeatherspoonBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersMan-to-Man+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB J.NoblesMan-to-Man+++
C J.Looney
+++NB C.ElderShort Zone+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamDeep Zone+++
(2Q: 07:02) Extra point by Cody Parkey was good. Minnesota 17, Pittsburgh 0
(2Q: 06:52) Cody Parkey kicked off 69 yards from the MIN35. Touchback.
1-10-PIT25 (2Q: 06:52) The Hammer Sims ran around right end for -6 yards and was forced out of bounds. Tackled by S Landon Collins.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB C.Newton
***LDE D.FosterIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Brooks
+++NT A.DonaldIn Box+++
TE T.Niklas
---RDE R.NkemdicheIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB J.SanfordIn Box+++
RB C.SimsBall Carrier---SILB A.BrownIn Box+++
SLOT D.Hester
+++WLB T.CrawfordIn Box+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughOut of Box+++
LG P.Ehinger
---RCB K.BakerOut of Box+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB D.FloydOut of Box+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsIn Box+++
RT O.Humphrey
---FS E.JacksonOut of Box+++
2-16-PIT19 (2Q: 06:30) Cam Newton pass was intended for WR Shaquille Brooks and was intercepted by CB Kerry Baker at the PIT39. The interception was returned 39 yards for a TOUCHDOWN! Minnesota 23, Pittsburgh 0
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Newton
***LDE D.FosterRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksSecondary, 8 Post (19-26)---NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasProtect+++RDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerPrimary, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++SLB J.SanfordShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++SILB A.BrownShort Zone+++
SLOT D.HesterOutlet, S Screen (S)---WLB T.CrawfordBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Terry
---LCB T.WohlabaughMan-to-Man+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerMan-to-Man+++
C A.Shipley
---NB D.FloydShort Zone+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsDeep Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonDeep Zone+++
(2Q: 06:30) Extra point by Cody Parkey was good. Minnesota 24, Pittsburgh 0
(2Q: 06:20) Cody Parkey kicked off 72 yards from the MIN35. Touchback.
1-10-PIT25 (2Q: 06:20) Charles Sims ran outside the right tackle for 1 yard. Tackled by OLB Ray Jones, assisted by ILB Arthur Brown. Sims slipped a little on the wet field.
OFFENSE203 Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1
QB C.Newton
***LDE D.FosterIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Brooks
+++NT A.DonaldIn Box---
SLOT D.Hester
+++RDE R.NkemdicheIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB J.SanfordIn Box+++
RB C.SimsBall Carrier---SILB A.BrownIn Box+++
FB M.Spencer
+++WLB R.JonesIn Box+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughOut of Box+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerOut of Box+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB D.FloydOut of Box+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsOut of Box+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonOut of Box+++
2-9-PIT26 (2Q: 05:59) Play-Action. Cam Newton pass completed to TE Vance McDonald for 23 yards. Tackled by DE Tyrone Crawford. McDonald gained 13 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Strong formation, PistolDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Newton
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksSecondary, S Screen (S)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++RDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++SLB T.CrawfordShort Zone+++
RB C.SimsProtect+++SILB A.BrownBlitz Passer+++
TE V.McDonaldPrimary, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++WILB G.LloydShort Zone+++
LT J.Terry
+++WLB J.SanfordBlitz Passer+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++LCB D.FloydMan-to-Man+++
C A.Shipley
+++RCB K.BakerMan-to-Man+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsDeep Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonDeep Zone+++
1-10-PIT49 (2Q: 05:32) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Troy Niklas. DE Robert Nkemdiche hurried the quarterback into a bad throw. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2
QB C.Newton
***LDE D.FosterRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasPrimary, 7 Corner (19-26)+++RDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++SLB J.SanfordShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerSecondary, W Wheel (9-18)+++SILB A.BrownShort Zone+++
SLOT D.HesterOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++WLB T.CrawfordBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Terry
---LCB T.WohlabaughBump and Run+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerBump and Run+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB C.JonesDouble SLOT+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsDeep Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonDeep Zone+++
2-10-PIT49 (2Q: 05:25) Cam Newton sacked by DE Robert Nkemdiche and DT Donald Foster for a loss of 6 yards. Sack allowed by Oliver Humphrey. The ball was fumbled and recovered by MIN Jordan Sanford for 12 yards to the PIT31.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2
QB C.Newton
***LDE D.FosterRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasProtect+++RDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerPrimary, 5 Deep Out (13-18)---SLB J.SanfordShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerProtect+++SILB A.BrownShort Zone+++
SLOT J.FordSecondary, 6 Deep In (13-18)---WLB T.CrawfordBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Terry
---LCB T.WohlabaughBump and Run+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerBump and Run+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB C.JonesShort Zone+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsDeep Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
---FS E.JacksonDouble SLOT+++
1-10-PIT31 (2Q: 05:11) Andy Dalton pass completed to WR Stevie Johnson for 3 yards. Tackled by CB Josh Nobles, assisted by S Jaquiski Tartt.
OFFENSE104 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE34 Eagle, Dime Personnel, Press-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsSecondary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++1tcDT A.BillingsRush Passer+++
SLOT A.ArringtonOutlet, S Screen (S)+++RDE H.VergaraRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SLB S.WeatherspoonBlitz Passer---
RB A.AbdullahProtect+++WLB J.O'NealBlitz Passer---
SLOT A.OsborneOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++LCB B.WebbBump and Run+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++RCB M.PetersBump and Run+++
LG R.Harewood
+++NB J.NoblesShort Zone+++
C J.Looney
+++DB C.ElderShort Zone+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamDeep Zone+++
2-7-PIT28 (2Q: 04:52) Andy Dalton sacked by DE Noah Spence for a loss of 9 yards. Spence ran right past Ameer Abdullah and knocked down the quarterback.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsSecondary, F Flat (0-4)+++1tcDT M.ShaughnessyRush Passer+++
TE C.PangOutlet, 7 Corner (19-26)+++RDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)---SLB C.MatthewsShort Zone+++
RB A.AbdullahProtect---SILB J.MoutonShort Zone+++
SLOT A.ArringtonPrimary, S Screen (S)+++WLB S.WeatherspoonBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Veldheer
---LCB M.PetersShort Zone+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbDeep Zone+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesDeep Zone+++
RG L.Whiting
---SS D.LandryShort Zone+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
3-16-PIT37 (2Q: 04:35) PENALTY: T King Dunlap of Minnesota was called for a False Start.
3-21-PIT42 (2Q: 04:26) Andy Dalton sacked by OLB Justin O'Neal for a loss of 5 yards. Sack allowed by King Dunlap.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsSecondary, 7 Corner (19-26)+++1tcDT J.HargraveRush Passer+++
TE C.PangProtect---RDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonPrimary, 7 Corner (19-26)+++SLB C.MatthewsShort Zone+++
RB A.AbdullahProtect+++SILB J.ForrestShort Zone+++
TE J.SmithOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++WILB J.MoutonShort Zone+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++WLB J.O'NealBlitz Passer+++
LG R.Harewood
+++LCB M.PetersDeep Zone+++
C J.Looney
---RCB J.NoblesDeep Zone+++
RG L.Whiting
---SS J.TarttShort Zone+++
RT K.Dunlap
---FS M.ElamDeep Zone+++
4-26-PIT47 (2Q: 03:54) Bryan Anger punted 39 yards. Devin Hester returned the kick 5 yards to the PIT13. Tackled by Jared Leisle.
1-10-PIT13 (2Q: 03:47) Play-Action. Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Troy Niklas. CB Kerry Baker knocked the ball out of his grasp.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Newton
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksOutlet, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasSecondary, F Flat (0-4)+++RDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SLB T.CrawfordBlitz Passer+++
RB C.SimsOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SILB A.BrownShort Zone+++
TE V.McDonaldPrimary, 1 Out (5-8)+++WILB G.LloydShort Zone+++
LT J.Terry
+++WLB J.SanfordBlitz Passer+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++LCB T.WohlabaughMan-to-Man+++
C A.Shipley
+++RCB K.BakerMan-to-Man+++
RG R.Hudson
---SS L.CollinsDeep Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonDeep Zone+++
2-10-PIT13 (2Q: 03:41) Charles Sims ran inside the left guard for -4 yards. Tackled by DT Aaron Donald.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Newton
***LDE J.PhillipsIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Brooks
+++NT A.DonaldIn Box+++
TE T.Niklas
+++RDE R.NkemdicheIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB T.CrawfordIn Box+++
RB C.SimsBall Carrier+++SILB A.BrownIn Box+++
TE V.McDonald
---WILB G.LloydIn Box+++
LT J.Terry
+++WLB J.SanfordIn Box+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++LCB T.WohlabaughOut of Box+++
C A.Shipley
+++RCB K.BakerOut of Box+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsOut of Box+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonOut of Box+++
3-14-PIT09 (2Q: 02:58) Cam Newton pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Will Fuller. DT Jordan Phillips hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB C.Newton
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++NT E.VanderdoesRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasProtect+++RDE T.CrawfordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerPrimary, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++SLB R.JonesShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerProtect+++SILB A.BrownShort Zone+++
SLOT D.HesterSecondary, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++WLB J.SanfordBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughShort Zone+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerDeep Zone+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB D.FloydDeep Zone+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsShort Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonDeep Zone+++
4-14-PIT09 (2Q: 02:49) Drew Kaser punted 43 yards. Dennis Humphrey returned the kick 52 yards for a TOUCHDOWN! Minnesota 30, Pittsburgh 0
(2Q: 02:49) Extra point by Cody Parkey was good. Minnesota 31, Pittsburgh 0
(2Q: 02:39) Cody Parkey kicked off 72 yards from the MIN35. Touchback.
1-10-PIT25 (2Q: 02:39) Cam Newton pass completed to FB Mitch Spencer for 15 yards. Tackled by ILB Greg Lloyd, assisted by CB Tre Wohlabaugh. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. PENALTY: CB Kerry Baker of Minnesota was called for an Intentional Face Mask.
OFFENSE131 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-1
QB C.Newton
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
TE M.PritchettSecondary, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE V.McDonaldOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++RDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++SLB T.CrawfordBlitz Passer+++
RB D.WashingtonProtect+++SILB A.BrownBlitz Passer+++
TE M.SpencerPrimary, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++WILB G.LloydMan-to-Man---
LT J.Terry
+++WLB J.SanfordBlitz Passer+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++LCB T.WohlabaughMan-to-Man+++
C A.Shipley
+++RCB K.BakerMan-to-Man---
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsMan-to-Man+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonDeep Zone+++
1-10-MIN45 (2Q: 02:29) Cam Newton pass completed to FB Mitch Spencer for 45 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Spencer gained 38 yards after the catch. Minnesota 31, Pittsburgh 6
OFFENSE131 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-1
QB C.Newton
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer---
TE M.PritchettSecondary, W Wheel (9-18)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE V.McDonaldOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++RDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++SLB T.CrawfordBlitz Passer+++
RB C.SimsOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SILB A.BrownBlitz Passer+++
TE M.SpencerPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++WILB G.LloydMan-to-Man+++
LT J.Terry
+++WLB J.SanfordBlitz Passer+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++LCB T.WohlabaughMan-to-Man+++
C A.Shipley
+++RCB K.BakerMan-to-Man+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsMan-to-Man+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonDeep Zone+++
(2Q: 02:29) Extra point by Paul Ernster was good. Minnesota 31, Pittsburgh 7
(2Q: 02:14) Paul Ernster kicked off 71 yards from the PIT35. Touchback.
1-10-MIN25 (2Q: 02:14) Ameer Abdullah ran outside the right tackle for 5 yards and was forced out of bounds. Tackled by OLB Clay Matthews. Key block delivered by King Dunlap.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Pro formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB A.Dalton
***LDE M.ShaughnessyIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT W.MercilusIn Box---
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.ForrestIn Box+++
FB J.Smith
+++WILB H.VergaraIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++WLB J.O'NealIn Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++RCB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttIn Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamOut of Box+++
Official time out for the two-minute warning.
2-5-MIN30 (2Q: 02:00) Ameer Abdullah ran a draw inside the right guard for 2 yards. Tackled by DE Kawann Short.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT A.BillingsIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box+++
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
---SS D.LandryOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
3-3-MIN32 (2Q: 01:19) Andy Dalton pass completed to WR Jordan Matthews for 68 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Matthews gained 54 yards after the catch. Minnesota 37, Pittsburgh 7
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsPrimary, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++1tcDT A.BillingsRush Passer+++
TE C.PangSecondary, 1 Out (5-8)+++RDE H.VergaraRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonOutlet, 7 Corner (19-26)+++SLB C.MatthewsShort Zone+++
RB A.AbdullahProtect+++SILB J.MoutonShort Zone---
SLOT A.ArringtonOutlet, S Screen (S)+++WLB S.WeatherspoonBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersMan-to-Man+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB J.NoblesMan-to-Man+++
C J.Looney
+++NB C.ElderShort Zone+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamDeep Zone+++
(2Q: 01:19) Extra point by Cody Parkey was good. Minnesota 38, Pittsburgh 7
(2Q: 01:05) Cody Parkey kicked off 72 yards from the MIN35. Touchback.
1-10-PIT25 (2Q: 01:05) Cam Newton sacked by DE Robert Nkemdiche for a loss of 10 yards. Sack allowed by Oliver Humphrey.
OFFENSE131 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB C.Newton
***LDE D.FosterRush Passer+++
TE M.PritchettSecondary, W Wheel (9-18)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE V.McDonaldOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)---RDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++SLB J.SanfordShort Zone+++
RB D.WashingtonOutlet, S Screen (S)---SILB A.BrownShort Zone+++
TE M.SpencerPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++WLB R.JonesBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Terry
---LCB T.WohlabaughShort Zone+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerDeep Zone+++
C A.Shipley
---NB C.JonesDeep Zone+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsShort Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
---FS E.JacksonDeep Zone+++
2-20-PIT15 (2Q: 00:44) Cam Newton pass was dropped by WR Shaquille Brooks.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB C.Newton
***LDE D.FosterRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksOutlet, 9 Fade (27-39)---NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasPrimary, F Flat (0-4)+++RDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerSecondary, 8 Post (19-26)+++SLB J.SanfordShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++SILB A.BrownShort Zone+++
SLOT D.HesterOutlet, 9 Fade (27-39)+++WLB T.CrawfordBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughShort Zone+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerDeep Zone+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB C.JonesDeep Zone+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsShort Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
---FS E.JacksonDeep Zone+++
3-20-PIT15 (2Q: 00:35) Cam Newton pass was intended for WR Shaquille Brooks and was intercepted by S Landon Collins at the PIT24. Tackled by Shaquille Brooks.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB C.Newton
***LDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksSecondary, 6 Deep In (13-18)---NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++RDE T.CrawfordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)---SLB R.JonesShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerProtect+++SILB A.BrownShort Zone+++
SLOT D.HesterPrimary, 8 Post (19-26)---WLB J.SanfordBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Terry
---LCB T.WohlabaughShort Zone+++
LG P.Ehinger
---RCB K.BakerDeep Zone+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB D.FloydDeep Zone+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsShort Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
---FS E.JacksonDeep Zone+++
1-10-PIT24 (2Q: 00:24) Andy Dalton pass completed to WR Jordan Matthews for 8 yards. Tackled by ILB Jonas Mouton. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Matthews gained 7 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsSecondary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++1tcDT M.ShaughnessyRush Passer+++
TE C.PangProtect+++RDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SLB C.MatthewsShort Zone+++
RB A.AbdullahOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SILB J.MoutonShort Zone+++
SLOT A.ArringtonOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++WLB S.WeatherspoonBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersShort Zone+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbDeep Zone+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesDeep Zone+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryShort Zone---
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
Minnesota called a time out.
2-2-PIT16 (2Q: 00:03) Cody Parkey attempted a 33 yard field goal and succeeded. Minnesota 41, Pittsburgh 7
Start of third quarter.
(3Q: 15:00) Cody Parkey kicked off 52 yards from the MIN35. Jacoby Ford returned the ball 17 yards to the PIT30. Tackled by Ameer Abdullah.
1-10-PIT30 (3Q: 14:12) Cam Newton pass was dropped by TE Troy Niklas. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage. PENALTY: G Rodney Hudson of Pittsburgh was called for Illegal Use of the Hands.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formation, PistolDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2
QB C.Newton
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksOutlet, 7 Corner (19-26)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasPrimary, 1 Out (5-8)---RDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerSecondary, S Screen (S)---SLB J.SanfordShort Zone+++
RB C.SimsOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++SILB G.LloydBlitz Passer+++
SLOT J.FordOutlet, 7 Corner (19-26)+++WLB T.CrawfordDouble SLOT+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughBump and Run+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerBump and Run+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB C.JonesShort Zone+++
RG R.Hudson
---SS L.CollinsDeep Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonDeep Zone+++
1-20-PIT20 (3Q: 14:05) Charles Sims ran inside the left guard for 1 yard. Tackled by DE Tyrone Crawford.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Newton
***LDE D.FosterIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Brooks
+++NT A.DonaldIn Box+++
TE T.Niklas
+++RDE R.NkemdicheIn Box+++
Z(FL) J.Ford
+++SLB J.SanfordIn Box+++
RB C.SimsBall Carrier+++SILB A.BrownIn Box+++
SLOT T.Williams
+++WLB T.CrawfordIn Box+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB D.FloydOut of Box+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerOut of Box+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsOut of Box+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonOut of Box+++
2-19-PIT21 (3Q: 13:22) Cam Newton pass completed to WR Shaquille Brooks for 14 yards. Tackled by ILB Arthur Brown.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Newton
***LDE D.FosterRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksSecondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++RDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
Z(FL) J.FordOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++SLB R.JonesBlitz Passer+++
RB J.ConnerProtect+++SILB A.BrownShort Zone---
SLOT T.WilliamsOutlet, 7 Corner (19-26)+++WLB T.CrawfordShort Zone+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB D.FloydMan-to-Man+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB T.WohlabaughMan-to-Man+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB C.JonesShort Zone+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsDeep Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS K.BakerDeep Zone+++
3-5-PIT35 (3Q: 12:53) PENALTY: QB Cam Newton of Pittsburgh was called for a False Start.
3-10-PIT30 (3Q: 12:46) James Conner ran around the left tackle for 15 yards. Tackled by CB Drew Floyd. Key block delivered by Oliver Humphrey.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formation, PistolDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB C.Newton
***LDE R.NkemdicheIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Brooks
+++NT A.DonaldIn Box+++
TE V.McDonald
+++RDE T.CrawfordIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB R.JonesIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier+++SILB A.BrownIn Box+++
SLOT D.Hester
+++WLB J.SanfordIn Box+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB D.FloydOut of Box---
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerOut of Box+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB T.WohlabaughOut of Box+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsOut of Box+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonOut of Box+++
1-10-PIT45 (3Q: 12:02) Play-Action. Cam Newton pass completed to RB James Conner for 4 yards. Tackled by CB Tre Wohlabaugh.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB C.Newton
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer---
X(SE) S.BrooksSecondary, S Screen (S)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer---
TE V.McDonaldProtect+++RDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++SLB J.SanfordShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SILB A.BrownShort Zone+++
SLOT D.HesterOutlet, S Screen (S)---WLB T.CrawfordBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughBump and Run+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerBump and Run+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB C.JonesBump and Run+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsBlitz Passer+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonDeep Zone+++
2-6-PIT49 (3Q: 11:37) The Hammer Sims ran a draw inside the right guard for 2 yards. Tackled by DT Jordan Phillips.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB C.Newton
***LDE D.FosterIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Brooks
+++NT A.DonaldIn Box+++
TE T.Niklas
+++RDE J.PhillipsIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB R.JonesIn Box+++
RB C.SimsBall Carrier---SILB A.BrownIn Box+++
SLOT J.Ford
+++WLB G.LloydIn Box---
LT J.Terry
---LCB D.FloydOut of Box+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerOut of Box+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsIn Box+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonOut of Box+++
3-4-MIN49 (3Q: 10:56) James Conner ran around the left tackle for 19 yards. Tackled by CB Eddie Jackson, assisted by DE Tyrone Crawford. Key block delivered by Parker Ehinger.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB C.Newton
***LDE R.NkemdicheIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Brooks
+++NT A.DonaldIn Box---
TE V.McDonald
+++RDE T.CrawfordIn Box---
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB R.JonesIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier+++SILB A.BrownIn Box---
SLOT D.Hester
+++WLB J.SanfordIn Box+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughOut of Box+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerOut of Box---
C A.Shipley
+++NB D.FloydOut of Box---
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsOut of Box+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonOut of Box+++
1-10-MIN30 (3Q: 10:15) Bryce Petty sacked by DT Aaron Donald and DE Robert Nkemdiche for a loss of 7 yards. Sack allowed by John Terry. The ball was fumbled and recovered by MIN Robert Nkemdiche for 17 yards to the PIT46.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2
QB B.Petty
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)---NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasProtect---RDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerPrimary, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++SLB J.SanfordShort Zone+++
RB C.SimsProtect+++SILB A.BrownShort Zone+++
SLOT D.HesterSecondary, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++WLB R.JonesBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Terry
---LCB T.WohlabaughBump and Run+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerBump and Run+++
C A.Shipley
---NB C.JonesShort Zone+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsDeep Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonDouble SLOT+++
1-10-PIT46 (3Q: 10:00) Andy Dalton pass completed to WR Adrian Arrington for 20 yards. Tackled by OLB Clay Matthews. Arrington gained 19 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer---
X(SE) J.MatthewsSecondary, S Screen (S)+++1tcDT M.ShaughnessyRush Passer+++
TE C.PangOutlet, 7 Corner (19-26)+++RDE W.MercilusRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++SLB C.MatthewsShort Zone+++
RB A.AbdullahProtect+++SILB J.MoutonShort Zone+++
SLOT A.ArringtonPrimary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++WLB S.WeatherspoonBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB B.WebbMan-to-Man+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB M.PetersMan-to-Man+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesShort Zone+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryDeep Zone---
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
1-10-PIT26 (3Q: 09:19) Ameer Abdullah ran a counterplay inside the left tackle for -2 yards. Tackled by DE Whitney Mercilus.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB A.Dalton
***LDE M.ShaughnessyIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT W.MercilusIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box+++
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB D.LandryOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS M.ElamOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
2-12-PIT28 (3Q: 08:42) Ameer Abdullah ran around left end for 7 yards. Tackled by S Jaquiski Tartt.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB A.Dalton
***LDE M.ShaughnessyIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT W.MercilusIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE H.VergaraIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier---SILB J.MoutonSpy+++
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
---RCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
3-5-PIT21 (3Q: 08:01) Andy Dalton pass completed to WR Stevie Johnson for 10 yards. Tackled by S Dawan Landry. Johnson gained 1 yard after the catch.
OFFENSE104 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE34 Eagle, Dime Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB A.Dalton
***LDE M.ShaughnessyRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsSecondary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++1tcDT A.BillingsRush Passer+++
SLOT A.ArringtonOutlet, S Screen (S)+++RDE W.MercilusRush Passer---
Z(FL) S.JohnsonPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SLB R.DuffyShort Zone---
RB A.AbdullahProtect+++WLB J.O'NealBlitz Passer+++
SLOT A.OsborneOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++LCB B.WebbShort Zone+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++RCB M.PetersShort Zone+++
LG R.Harewood
+++NB D.LandryDeep Zone---
C J.Looney
+++DB C.ElderDeep Zone+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttShort Zone+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamDeep Zone+++
1-10-PIT11 (3Q: 07:18) Kellen Clemens pass completed to WR Adrian Arrington for 3 yards. Tackled by CB B. W. Webb. Arrington gained 4 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB K.Clemens
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.JohnsonSecondary, F Flat (0-4)+++1tcDT A.BillingsRush Passer+++
TE C.PangOutlet, 7 Corner (19-26)+++RDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
Z(FL) J.MatthewsOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++SLB R.DuffyShort Zone+++
RB A.AbdullahProtect+++SILB J.MoutonShort Zone+++
SLOT A.ArringtonPrimary, S Screen (S)+++WLB S.WeatherspoonBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersSpy on QB+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbMan-to-Man+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesMan-to-Man+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryDeep Zone+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
2-7-PIT08 (3Q: 06:47) Ameer Abdullah ran around right end for 6 yards. Tackled by DE Matt Shaughnessy.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Man to Man
QB K.Clemens
***LDE M.ShaughnessyIn Box---
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT A.BillingsIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box---
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB D.LandryOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS M.ElamOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
3-1-PIT02 (3Q: 06:04) Kellen Clemens sacked by ILB Josh Forrest and DE Whitney Mercilus for a loss of 5 yards. Sack allowed by Tunes Looney.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSE34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Man to Man
QB K.Clemens
***LDE W.MercilusRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++1tcDT M.ShaughnessyRush Passer+++
TE C.PangSecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)---RDE A.BillingsRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonPrimary, 1 Out (5-8)+++SLB H.VergaraDouble SLOT+++
RB A.AbdullahProtect---SILB C.MatthewsShort Zone+++
SLOT A.ArringtonOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++WILB J.MoutonBump and Run+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++WLB J.ForrestBlitz Passer+++
LG R.Harewood
+++LCB J.O'NealBump and Run+++
C J.Looney
---RCB J.NoblesBump and Run+++
RG L.Whiting
---SS M.PetersBump and Run+++
RT K.Dunlap
---FS D.LandryBump and Run+++
4-6-PIT07 (3Q: 05:19) Cody Parkey attempted a 24 yard field goal and succeeded. Minnesota 44, Pittsburgh 7
(3Q: 05:13) Cody Parkey kicked off 71 yards from the MIN35. Touchback.
1-10-PIT25 (3Q: 05:13) James Conner ran inside the left guard for 14 yards. Tackled by DE Robert Nkemdiche, assisted by DT Aaron Donald. Key block delivered by Parker Ehinger.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2
QB B.Petty
***LDE D.FosterIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Brooks
+++NT A.DonaldIn Box+++
TE T.Niklas
+++RDE R.NkemdicheIn Box+++
Z(FL) J.Ford
+++SLB J.SanfordIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier+++SILB G.LloydIn Box+++
SLOT D.Hester
+++WLB R.JonesIn Box+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughOut of Box---
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerOut of Box+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB D.FloydOut of Box+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsOut of Box+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonOut of Box+++
1-10-PIT39 (3Q: 04:38) James Conner ran inside the right tackle for 0 yards. Tackled by DE Tyrone Crawford.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2
QB B.Petty
***LDE D.FosterIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Brooks
+++NT A.DonaldIn Box+++
TE V.McDonald
+++RDE J.PhillipsIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB J.SanfordIn Box---
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier---SILB A.BrownIn Box+++
SLOT J.Ford
+++WLB T.CrawfordIn Box+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughOut of Box+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB D.FloydOut of Box+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB K.BakerOut of Box+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsOut of Box+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonOut of Box+++
2-10-PIT39 (3Q: 04:13) Bryce Petty sacked by DT Donald Foster for a loss of 7 yards. Sack allowed by Parker Ehinger.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB B.Petty
***LDE D.FosterRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksSecondary, D Deep Fade (40+)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasPrimary, W Wheel (9-18)+++RDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)---SLB J.SanfordBlitz Passer+++
RB C.SimsOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++SILB A.BrownShort Zone+++
SLOT J.FordOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++WLB T.CrawfordBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughBump and Run+++
LG P.Ehinger
---RCB D.FloydBump and Run+++
C A.Shipley
---NB C.JonesBump and Run+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsShort Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonDeep Zone+++
3-17-PIT32 (3Q: 03:50) Bryce Petty pass completed to RB James Conner for 13 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by S Landon Collins.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB B.Petty
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer---
X(SE) J.FordOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasPrimary, 7 Corner (19-26)+++RDE T.CrawfordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++SLB R.JonesShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerSecondary, W Wheel (9-18)+++SILB A.BrownShort Zone+++
SLOT T.WilliamsOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)---WLB J.SanfordBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughShort Zone+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerDeep Zone+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB D.FloydDeep Zone+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsShort Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonDeep Zone+++
4-4-PIT45 (3Q: 03:12) Drew Kaser punted 45 yards. The ball was marked out of bounds at the MIN10.
1-10-MIN10 (3Q: 03:01) Ameer Abdullah ran a draw inside the left guard for 3 yards. Tackled by OLB Sean Weatherspoon.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB K.Clemens
***LDE N.SpenceIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT A.BillingsIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE M.ShaughnessyIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box+++
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
2-7-MIN13 (3Q: 02:21) Ameer Abdullah ran around left end for 6 yards. Tackled by OLB Rodney Duffy.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-1
QB K.Clemens
***LDE M.ShaughnessyIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Johnson
+++1tcDT J.HargraveIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE W.MercilusIn Box+++
Z(FL) A.Arrington
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box+++
TE J.Smith
+++WILB S.WeatherspoonIn Box---
LT J.Veldheer
+++WLB R.DuffyIn Box---
LG R.Harewood
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++RCB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryOut of Box---
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamOut of Box+++
3-1-MIN19 (3Q: 01:50) Kellen Clemens pass completed to WR Stevie Johnson for 13 yards. Tackled by OLB Sean Weatherspoon. Johnson gained 8 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Strong formation, PistolDEFENSE34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB K.Clemens
***LDE W.MercilusRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.MatthewsSecondary, S Screen (S)+++1tcDT H.VergaraRush Passer---
TE C.PangOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++RDE M.ShaughnessyRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonPrimary, 1 Out (5-8)+++SLB C.MatthewsBlitz Passer+++
RB A.AbdullahProtect+++SILB J.MoutonSpy on QB+++
TE J.SmithOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++WILB S.WeatherspoonShort Zone+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++WLB R.DuffyShort Zone+++
LG R.Harewood
+++LCB B.WebbBump and Run+++
C J.Looney
+++RCB M.PetersBump and Run+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryBump and Run+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamDeep Zone+++
1-10-MIN32 (3Q: 01:19) Gabriel Fox ran a reverse around left end for -1 yards. Tackled by S Marcus Peters. The defense looked extremely familiar with that play.
OFFENSE023 PersonnelDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Press-2
QB K.Clemens
***LDE N.SpenceIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT M.ShaughnessyIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE W.MercilusIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box---
SLOT G.FoxBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box+++
TE J.Smith
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
2-11-MIN31 (3Q: 00:35) Ameer Abdullah ran a draw inside the right guard for 7 yards. Tackled by S Jaquiski Tartt. PENALTY: DE Matt Shaughnessy of Pittsburgh was called for Offsides.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB K.Clemens
***LDE N.SpenceIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT M.ShaughnessyIn Box---
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box---
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box+++
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box---
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
---NB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
---SS D.LandryOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
2-6-MIN36 (3Q: 00:27) Ameer Abdullah ran a draw inside the right guard for 2 yards. Tackled by DT Andrew Billings, assisted by S Dawan Landry.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB K.Clemens
***LDE N.SpenceIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT A.BillingsIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
---RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box---
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonSpy+++
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
---SS D.LandryOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
---FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
Start of fourth quarter.
3-4-MIN38 (4Q: 15:00) Gabriel Fox ran a reverse around left end for 3 yards. Tackled by DE Matt Shaughnessy, assisted by S Marcus Peters.
OFFENSE014 PersonnelDEFENSE34 Eagle, Dime Personnel, Cover-2
QB K.Clemens
***LDE K.ShortIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT M.ShaughnessyIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE H.VergaraIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB R.DuffySpy---
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB J.O'NealIn Box+++
SLOT G.FoxBall Carrier+++LCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++RCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++NB D.LandryOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++DB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
---FS M.ElamOut of Box+++
4-1-MIN41 (4Q: 14:25) Bryan Anger punted 59 yards. Touchback.
1-10-PIT20 (4Q: 14:20) Bryce Petty sacked by DE Robert Nkemdiche for a loss of 11 yards. Sack allowed by Oliver Humphrey.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2
QB B.Petty
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.FordSecondary, D Deep Fade (40+)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasPrimary, W Wheel (9-18)+++RDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
Z(FL) T.WilliamsOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SLB J.SanfordShort Zone+++
RB C.SimsOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)---SILB A.BrownShort Zone+++
SLOT C.CorcoranOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++WLB T.CrawfordBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Terry
---LCB T.WohlabaughBump and Run+++
LG P.Ehinger
---RCB D.FloydBump and Run+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB C.JonesShort Zone+++
RG R.Hudson
---SS L.CollinsDeep Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
---FS E.JacksonDouble Z(FL)+++
2-21-PIT09 (4Q: 13:45) Bryce Petty pass was thrown incomplete, intended for WR Will Fuller.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB B.Petty
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksSecondary, 8 Post (19-26)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE V.McDonaldProtect+++RDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerPrimary, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++SLB J.SanfordShort Zone+++
RB C.SimsOutlet, F Flat (0-4)---SILB A.BrownShort Zone+++
SLOT D.HesterOutlet, S Screen (S)+++WLB T.CrawfordBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughMan-to-Man+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerMan-to-Man+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB C.JonesShort Zone+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsDeep Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonDeep Zone+++
3-21-PIT09 (4Q: 13:36) Play-Action. Bryce Petty pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Devin Hester. OLB Ray Jones knocked the ball out of his grasp.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB B.Petty
***LDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksSecondary, 1 Out (5-8)---NT E.VanderdoesRush Passer+++
TE V.McDonaldOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++RDE T.CrawfordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) J.FordOutlet, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++SLB R.JonesShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SILB A.BrownShort Zone+++
SLOT D.HesterPrimary, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++WLB J.SanfordBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Terry
---LCB D.FloydShort Zone+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerDeep Zone+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB T.WohlabaughDeep Zone+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsShort Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonDeep Zone+++
4-21-PIT09 (4Q: 13:29) Drew Kaser punted 31 yards. Dennis Humphrey called for a fair catch at the PIT40.
1-10-PIT40 (4Q: 13:22) Kellen Clemens pass completed to WR Stevie Johnson for 7 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by S Marcus Peters. Johnson gained 3 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-1
QB K.Clemens
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer---
X(SE) J.MatthewsSecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++1tcDT M.ShaughnessyRush Passer+++
TE C.PangOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++RDE K.ShortRush Passer+++
Z(FL) S.JohnsonPrimary, F Flat (0-4)+++SLB C.MatthewsBlitz Passer+++
RB A.AbdullahProtect+++SILB J.ForrestBlitz Passer+++
TE J.SmithOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++WILB H.VergaraMan-to-Man+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++WLB J.O'NealBlitz Passer+++
LG R.Harewood
+++LCB M.PetersMan-to-Man---
C J.Looney
+++RCB J.NoblesMan-to-Man+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryMan-to-Man+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamDeep Zone+++
2-3-PIT33 (4Q: 12:57) Ameer Abdullah ran inside the right tackle for 3 yards. Tackled by S Dawan Landry, assisted by ILB Jonas Mouton. Key block delivered by Logan Whiting.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formation, PistolDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB K.Clemens
***LDE M.ShaughnessyIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT A.BillingsIn Box---
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box---
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonSpy+++
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++RCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box---
1-10-PIT30 (4Q: 12:28) PENALTY: OLB Sean Weatherspoon of Pittsburgh was called for Encroachment.
1-5-PIT25 (4Q: 12:18) Kellen Clemens pass completed to WR Adrian Arrington for 5 yards. Tackled by DE Hunter Vergara.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB K.Clemens
***LDE N.SpenceRush Passer---
X(SE) S.JohnsonPrimary, W Wheel (9-18)+++1tcDT J.HargraveRush Passer+++
TE C.PangOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++RDE M.ShaughnessyRush Passer+++
Z(FL) A.ArringtonSecondary, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++SLB C.MatthewsBlitz Passer---
RB A.AbdullahOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SILB J.ForrestShort Zone+++
TE J.SmithOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++WILB H.VergaraBump and Run+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++WLB J.O'NealBlitz Passer+++
LG R.Harewood
+++LCB M.PetersBump and Run+++
C J.Looney
+++RCB J.NoblesBump and Run+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttBump and Run+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamDeep Zone---
1-10-PIT20 (4Q: 11:32) Ameer Abdullah ran around left end for 5 yards. Tackled by S Matt Elam. Key block delivered by Jared Veldheer.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-1
QB K.Clemens
***LDE N.SpenceIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT J.HargraveIn Box---
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.ForrestIn Box+++
TE J.Smith
+++WILB J.MoutonIn Box---
LT J.Veldheer
+++WLB J.O'NealIn Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++RCB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamOut of Box+++
2-5-PIT15 (4Q: 10:49) Ameer Abdullah ran outside the right tackle for 7 yards. Tackled by DT Javon Hargrave, assisted by S Dawan Landry. Key block delivered by King Dunlap. Dunlap ran over Matt Shaughnessy to set up the play.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Pro formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB K.Clemens
***LDE M.ShaughnessyIn Box---
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT J.HargraveIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box---
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box+++
FB J.Smith
+++WILB H.VergaraIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++WLB J.O'NealIn Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++RCB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS D.LandryOut of Box+++
1-8-PIT08 (4Q: 10:09) Ameer Abdullah ran outside the right tackle for 4 yards. Tackled by DE Matt Shaughnessy, assisted by DE Noah Spence.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Pro formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB K.Clemens
***LDE N.SpenceIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Matthews
+++1tcDT J.HargraveIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE M.ShaughnessyIn Box+++
Z(FL) S.Johnson
+++SLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.ForrestIn Box+++
FB J.Smith
+++WILB H.VergaraIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++WLB J.O'NealIn Box+++
LG R.Harewood
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++RCB J.NoblesOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamOut of Box+++
2-4-PIT04 (4Q: 09:31) Ameer Abdullah ran inside the left tackle for 4 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Key block delivered by Jared Veldheer. Minnesota 50, Pittsburgh 7
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Cover-2
QB K.Clemens
***LDE N.SpenceIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Johnson
+++1tcDT J.HargraveIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE K.ShortIn Box+++
Z(FL) J.Matthews
+++SLB C.MatthewsIn Box---
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonSpy+++
SLOT A.Arrington
+++WILB H.VergaraIn Box+++
LT J.Veldheer
+++WLB J.O'NealIn Box---
LG R.Harewood
+++LCB M.PetersOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++RCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
RG L.Whiting
+++SS D.LandryOut of Box+++
RT K.Dunlap
+++FS M.ElamOut of Box+++
(4Q: 09:31) Extra point by Cody Parkey was good. Minnesota 51, Pittsburgh 7
(4Q: 09:20) Cody Parkey kicked off 74 yards from the MIN35. Touchback.
1-10-PIT25 (4Q: 09:20) Bryce Petty pass completed to RB James Conner for 7 yards. Tackled by S Landon Collins, assisted by CB Kerry Baker.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB B.Petty
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
X(SE) S.BrooksOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE T.NiklasOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++RDE R.NkemdicheRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerSecondary, 4 Curl (9-12)+++SLB J.SanfordShort Zone---
RB J.ConnerPrimary, 4 Curl (9-12)+++SILB A.BrownShort Zone+++
SLOT D.HesterOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++WLB T.CrawfordBlitz Passer+++
LT J.Terry
+++LCB T.WohlabaughMan-to-Man+++
LG P.Ehinger
+++RCB K.BakerMan-to-Man+++
C A.Shipley
+++NB C.JonesShort Zone+++
RG R.Hudson
+++SS L.CollinsDeep Zone+++
RT O.Humphrey
+++FS E.JacksonDeep Zone---
2-3-PIT32 (4Q: 08:36) Bryce Petty scrambled for 11 yards. Tackled by S Landon Collins.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2
QB B.Petty
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.FordSecondary, 8 Post (19-26)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE V.McDonaldProtect+++RDE T.CrawfordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) T.WilliamsPrimary, 3 Comeback (9-12)---SLB R.JonesShort Zone+++
RB C.SimsOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SILB G.LloydDouble Z(FL)+++
SLOT C.CorcoranOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++WLB J.SanfordBlitz Passer+++
LT O.Humphrey
+++LCB D.FloydBump and Run+++
LG A.Shipley
+++RCB T.WohlabaughBump and Run+++
C K.Holmes
---NB L.CollinsShort Zone+++
RG P.Ehinger
+++SS K.BakerDeep Zone+++
RT J.Terry
+++FS S.WrightDeep Zone+++
1-10-PIT43 (4Q: 08:05) Bryce Petty pass was intended for WR Cory Corcoran and was intercepted by S Landon Collins at the MIN43. The interception was returned 16 yards. Tackled by Jacoby Ford.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB B.Petty
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.FordOutlet, 6 Deep In (13-18)---NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE V.McDonaldOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++RDE T.CrawfordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) T.WilliamsSecondary, 9 Fade (27-39)+++SLB R.JonesBlitz Passer+++
RB C.SimsOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SILB G.LloydShort Zone+++
SLOT C.CorcoranPrimary, 6 Deep In (13-18)---WLB J.SanfordBlitz Passer+++
LT O.Humphrey
---LCB D.FloydBump and Run+++
LG A.Shipley
+++RCB T.WohlabaughBump and Run+++
C K.Holmes
---NB L.CollinsBump and Run+++
RG P.Ehinger
+++SS K.BakerShort Zone+++
RT J.Terry
+++FS S.WrightDeep Zone+++
1-10-PIT41 (4Q: 07:54) Ameer Abdullah ran around right end for 3 yards. Tackled by S Jaquiski Tartt.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Pro formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB K.Clemens
***LDE M.ShaughnessyIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Johnson
+++1tcDT W.MercilusIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE H.VergaraIn Box+++
Z(FL) A.Arrington
+++SLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box---
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box---
FB J.Leisle
+++WILB R.DuffyIn Box+++
LT K.Dunlap
+++WLB C.MatthewsIn Box+++
LG L.Whiting
+++LCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
---RCB D.LandryOut of Box+++
RG R.Harewood
+++SS J.TarttIn Box+++
RT J.Veldheer
+++FS M.ElamOut of Box+++
2-7-PIT38 (4Q: 07:07) Ameer Abdullah ran around right end for 0 yards. Tackled by OLB Sean Weatherspoon, assisted by ILB Jonas Mouton.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB K.Clemens
***LDE M.ShaughnessyIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Johnson
+++1tcDT W.MercilusIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE H.VergaraIn Box+++
Z(FL) A.Arrington
+++SLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box+++
SLOT J.Matthews
+++WLB R.DuffyIn Box+++
LT K.Dunlap
+++LCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
LG L.Whiting
+++RCB D.LandryOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB M.PetersOut of Box+++
RG R.Harewood
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT J.Veldheer
---FS M.ElamOut of Box+++
3-7-PIT38 (4Q: 06:20) Ameer Abdullah ran around right end for 2 yards. Tackled by OLB Sean Weatherspoon, assisted by ILB Jonas Mouton.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB K.Clemens
***LDE M.ShaughnessyIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Johnson
+++1tcDT W.MercilusIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE H.VergaraIn Box---
Z(FL) A.Arrington
+++SLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box+++
SLOT J.Matthews
+++WLB R.DuffyIn Box+++
LT K.Dunlap
+++LCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
LG L.Whiting
+++RCB D.LandryOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB M.PetersOut of Box+++
RG R.Harewood
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT J.Veldheer
+++FS M.ElamOut of Box+++
4-5-PIT36 (4Q: 05:33) Cody Parkey attempted a 53 yard field goal and succeeded. Minnesota 54, Pittsburgh 7
(4Q: 05:25) Cody Parkey kicked off 74 yards from the MIN35. Touchback.
1-10-PIT25 (4Q: 05:25) PENALTY: WR Jacoby Ford of Pittsburgh was called for a False Start.
1-15-PIT20 (4Q: 05:20) Bryce Petty scrambled for 15 yards. Tackled by CB Tre Wohlabaugh.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Strong formation, PistolDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB B.Petty
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.FordOutlet, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE V.McDonaldSecondary, 4 Curl (9-12)---RDE T.CrawfordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) T.WilliamsPrimary, 4 Curl (9-12)---SLB R.JonesShort Zone+++
RB C.SimsOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)---SILB G.LloydBlitz Passer+++
SLOT C.CorcoranOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++WLB J.SanfordBlitz Passer+++
LT O.Humphrey
---LCB D.FloydBump and Run+++
LG A.Shipley
+++RCB T.WohlabaughBump and Run+++
C K.Holmes
+++NB L.CollinsBump and Run+++
RG P.Ehinger
---SS K.BakerShort Zone+++
RT J.Terry
+++FS S.WrightDeep Zone+++
1-10-PIT35 (4Q: 04:46) Bryce Petty pass completed to WR Cory Corcoran for 3 yards. Tackled by CB Shareece Wright, assisted by CB Kerry Baker.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB B.Petty
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.FordOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE V.McDonaldOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++RDE T.CrawfordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) T.WilliamsSecondary, 4 Curl (9-12)+++SLB R.JonesBlitz Passer+++
RB C.SimsOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SILB G.LloydShort Zone---
SLOT C.CorcoranPrimary, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++WLB J.SanfordShort Zone+++
LT O.Humphrey
+++LCB D.FloydMan-to-Man+++
LG A.Shipley
+++RCB T.WohlabaughMan-to-Man+++
C K.Holmes
+++NB L.CollinsShort Zone+++
RG P.Ehinger
+++SS K.BakerDeep Zone+++
RT J.Terry
+++FS S.WrightDeep Zone+++
2-7-PIT38 (4Q: 04:05) Bryce Petty pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Cory Corcoran. DT Aaron Donald drove right through Oliver Humphrey to hurry the quarterback.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB B.Petty
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.FordOutlet, 7 Corner (19-26)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE V.McDonaldOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)---RDE T.CrawfordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) T.WilliamsOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++SLB R.JonesBlitz Passer+++
RB C.SimsSecondary, S Screen (S)+++SILB G.LloydShort Zone+++
SLOT C.CorcoranPrimary, 4 Curl (9-12)+++WLB J.SanfordBlitz Passer+++
LT O.Humphrey
---LCB D.FloydBump and Run+++
LG A.Shipley
+++RCB T.WohlabaughBump and Run+++
C K.Holmes
+++NB L.CollinsBump and Run+++
RG P.Ehinger
+++SS K.BakerShort Zone+++
RT J.Terry
+++FS S.WrightDeep Zone+++
3-7-PIT38 (4Q: 03:55) Play-Action. Bryce Petty pass was thrown incomplete, intended for WR Jacoby Ford.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB B.Petty
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.FordSecondary, 1 Out (5-8)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE V.McDonaldOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++RDE T.CrawfordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) T.WilliamsOutlet, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++SLB R.JonesShort Zone+++
RB C.SimsOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SILB G.LloydShort Zone+++
SLOT C.CorcoranPrimary, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++WLB J.SanfordBlitz Passer+++
LT O.Humphrey
+++LCB D.FloydShort Zone+++
LG A.Shipley
---RCB T.WohlabaughDeep Zone+++
C K.Holmes
+++NB L.CollinsDeep Zone+++
RG P.Ehinger
+++SS K.BakerShort Zone+++
RT J.Terry
---FS S.WrightDeep Zone+++
4-7-PIT38 (4Q: 03:49) Drew Kaser punted 55 yards. The ball was downed at the MIN07.
1-10-MIN07 (4Q: 03:40) Ameer Abdullah ran outside the right tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by OLB Sean Weatherspoon.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB K.Clemens
***LDE M.ShaughnessyIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Johnson
+++1tcDT W.MercilusIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
---RDE H.VergaraIn Box+++
Z(FL) A.Arrington
+++SLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box+++
SLOT J.Matthews
+++WLB R.DuffyIn Box+++
LT K.Dunlap
+++LCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
LG L.Whiting
+++RCB D.LandryOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB M.PetersOut of Box+++
RG R.Harewood
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT J.Veldheer
+++FS M.ElamOut of Box+++
2-8-MIN09 (4Q: 02:57) Ameer Abdullah ran inside the right tackle for -3 yards. Tackled by OLB Rodney Duffy.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formation, PistolDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB K.Clemens
***LDE M.ShaughnessyIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Johnson
+++1tcDT W.MercilusIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE H.VergaraIn Box+++
Z(FL) A.Arrington
+++SLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box+++
SLOT J.Matthews
+++WLB R.DuffyIn Box+++
LT K.Dunlap
---LCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
LG L.Whiting
---RCB D.LandryOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB M.PetersOut of Box+++
RG R.Harewood
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT J.Veldheer
+++FS M.ElamOut of Box+++
3-11-MIN06 (4Q: 02:14) Ameer Abdullah ran outside the right tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by OLB Sean Weatherspoon.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE34 Eagle, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB K.Clemens
***LDE M.ShaughnessyIn Box+++
X(SE) S.Johnson
+++1tcDT W.MercilusIn Box+++
TE C.Pang
+++RDE H.VergaraIn Box---
Z(FL) A.Arrington
+++SLB S.WeatherspoonIn Box+++
RB A.AbdullahBall Carrier+++SILB J.MoutonIn Box+++
SLOT J.Matthews
+++WLB R.DuffyIn Box---
LT K.Dunlap
+++LCB B.WebbOut of Box+++
LG L.Whiting
+++RCB D.LandryOut of Box+++
C J.Looney
+++NB M.PetersOut of Box+++
RG R.Harewood
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT J.Veldheer
+++FS M.ElamOut of Box+++
Official time out for the two-minute warning.
4-9-MIN08 (4Q: 02:00) Bryan Anger punted 45 yards. Devin Hester returned the kick 1 yard to the PIT48. Tackled by Harry Aquino.
1-10-PIT48 (4Q: 01:51) Bryce Petty pass completed to WR Cory Corcoran for 16 yards. Tackled by S Landon Collins. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSETrue 34, Dime Personnel, Cover-4
QB B.Petty
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.FordSecondary, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE V.McDonaldOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++RDE T.CrawfordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) T.WilliamsOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++SLB R.JonesBlitz Passer---
RB C.SimsProtect+++WLB G.LloydShort Zone+++
SLOT C.CorcoranPrimary, 8 Post (19-26)+++LCB D.FloydShort Zone+++
LT O.Humphrey
+++RCB T.WohlabaughShort Zone+++
LG A.Shipley
+++NB L.CollinsDeep Zone+++
C K.Holmes
+++DB K.BakerDeep Zone---
RG P.Ehinger
+++SS S.WrightDeep Zone+++
RT J.Terry
+++FS A.BrownDeep Zone+++
1-10-MIN36 (4Q: 01:09) Bryce Petty pass completed to WR Cory Corcoran for 7 yards. Tackled by ILB Arthur Brown. Corcoran gained 3 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Dime Personnel, Cover-4
QB B.Petty
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer---
X(SE) J.FordOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE V.McDonaldOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++RDE T.CrawfordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) T.WilliamsSecondary, 4 Curl (9-12)+++SLB R.JonesShort Zone+++
RB C.SimsPrimary, 4 Curl (9-12)+++WLB G.LloydBlitz Passer+++
SLOT C.CorcoranOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++LCB D.FloydShort Zone+++
LT O.Humphrey
+++RCB T.WohlabaughShort Zone+++
LG A.Shipley
+++NB L.CollinsDeep Zone+++
C K.Holmes
+++DB K.BakerDeep Zone+++
RG P.Ehinger
+++SS S.WrightDeep Zone---
RT J.Terry
+++FS A.BrownDeep Zone+++
2-3-MIN29 (4Q: 00:25) Bryce Petty scrambled for 3 yards. Tackled by CB Kerry Baker.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4
QB B.Petty
***LDE J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.FordSecondary, 8 Post (19-26)+++NT A.DonaldRush Passer+++
TE V.McDonaldProtect+++RDE T.CrawfordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) T.WilliamsPrimary, 3 Comeback (9-12)---SLB R.JonesShort Zone+++
RB C.SimsOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SILB G.LloydShort Zone+++
SLOT C.CorcoranOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++WLB J.SanfordBlitz Passer+++
LT O.Humphrey
+++LCB D.FloydShort Zone+++
LG A.Shipley
+++RCB T.WohlabaughDeep Zone+++
C K.Holmes
---NB L.CollinsDeep Zone+++
RG P.Ehinger
+++SS K.BakerDeep Zone+++
RT J.Terry
+++FS S.WrightDeep Zone+++
Final Score: Minnesota Vikings 54, Pittsburgh Steelers 7

Informal Player Participation Grades

PittsburghPlus (+++)Minus (---)Grade
TE Mason Pritchett30100%
FB Mitch Spencer40100%
CB B. W. Webb47198%
S Jaquiski Tartt59297%
CB Josh Nobles54395%
S Matt Elam34294%
DE Kawann Short47394%
ILB Josh Forrest14193%
WR Jacoby Ford20291%
S Marcus Peters59691%
G Rodney Hudson39491%
WR Cory Corcoran9190%
CB Corn Elder9190%
WR Will Fuller34489%
C A.Q. Shipley46688%
DE Matt Shaughnessy30488%
DE Whitney Mercilus15288%
WR Devin Hester22388%
DT Javon Hargrave13287%
G Parker Ehinger45787%
RB James Conner24486%
S Dawan Landry41785%
DT Andrew Billings28585%
ILB Jonas Mouton44885%
DE Hunter Vergara24583%
TE Vance McDonald19483%
DE Noah Spence32782%
WR Shaquille Brooks31782%
OLB Sean Weatherspoon39981%
TE Troy Niklas26681%
OLB Clay Matthews441180%
T Oliver Humphrey401277%
OLB Justin O'Neal16673%
RB Charles Sims16673%
OLB Rodney Duffy10471%
T John Terry371571%
WR Terrance Williams9469%
C Khaled Holmes6367%
RB DeAndré Washington1150%
MinnesotaPlus (+++)Minus (---)Grade
FB Jared Leisle10100%
WR Alexander Osborne30100%
TE Tommy Buford10100%
DT Donald Foster200100%
DE Robert Nkemdiche360100%
CB Cyrus Jones230100%
S Broderick Carlson10100%
TE Jonnu Smith150100%
DT Eddie Vanderdoes50100%
WR Adrian Arrington54198%
S Landon Collins51198%
CB Tre Wohlabaugh48198%
DE Tyrone Crawford45198%
WR Stevie Johnson65297%
WR Jordan Matthews62297%
OLB Ray Jones24196%
OLB Jordan Sanford46296%
ILB Arthur Brown41295%
CB Eddie Jackson39295%
CB Kerry Baker47394%
DT Aaron Donald45394%
CB Drew Floyd26293%
T Jared Veldheer63593%
C Ramon Harewood63593%
RB Ameer Abdullah58691%
TE Corbin Pang58789%
CB Shareece Wright8189%
G Logan Whiting60888%
C Joe Looney59987%
DT Jordan Phillips25486%
T King Dunlap581085%
ILB Greg Lloyd16384%
RB Gabriel Fox4180%