| Played in Pittsburgh, PA, weather: 78 degrees, rain, 3 mph wind. |
| Pittsburgh won the toss and elected to receive. |
| Start of first quarter. |
| (1Q: 15:00) O.J. Bradford kicked off 67 yards from the NED35. Touchback. |
1-10-PIT25 (1Q: 15:00) Clayton Thorson pass completed to TE Allen Garrison for 45 yards. Tackled by CB Omar Brewer. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Garrison gained 34 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | --- | | TE A.Garrison | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | --- | | FB M.Spencer | Protect | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Short Zone | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Double TE | +++ |
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1-10-NED30 (1Q: 14:24) Nick Chubb ran inside the right tackle for -4 yards. Tackled by S Jimmie Ward, assisted by ILB Luke Kuechly.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano |
| +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | In Box | +++ | | TE A.Garrison |
| --- | 3tcDT J.Reed | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE D.Baker | In Box | +++ | | RB N.Chubb | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch |
| +++ | WLB D.Holloman | In Box | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Out of Box | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Out of Box | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Out of Box | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | In Box | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-14-NED34 (1Q: 13:41) Nick Chubb ran inside the left guard for -1 yards. Tackled by S Calvin Pryor.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano |
| +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | In Box | +++ | | TE A.Garrison |
| --- | 3tcDT J.Reed | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE D.Baker | In Box | +++ | | RB N.Chubb | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch |
| +++ | WLB D.Holloman | In Box | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Out of Box | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| --- | RCB O.Brewer | Out of Box | --- | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Out of Box | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| --- | SS C.Pryor | In Box | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-15-NED35 (1Q: 13:02) Clayton Thorson pass was dropped by TE Allen Garrison. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | --- | 3tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Primary, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB H.Nall | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB J.Dixon | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Short Zone | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS O.Brewer | Double X(SE) | +++ |
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| 4-15-NED35 (1Q: 12:55) Deron Singleton attempted a 52 yard field goal and missed short of the crossbar. |
1-10-NED42 (1Q: 12:47) Todd Gurley ran inside the right guard for 0 yards. Tackled by S Norm Witt. PENALTY: G Dion Dawkins of New England was called for Offensive Holding.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE J.Sweat | In Box | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Ball Carrier | --- | MLB R.Ragland | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden |
| +++ | WLB D.Bush | In Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB C.Thompson | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| --- | SS N.Witt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-20-NED32 (1Q: 12:41) Camden Wynn ran inside the right tackle for 8 yards. Tackled by DT Takkarist McKinley, assisted by OLB Devin Bush. Key block delivered by Donovan Berg.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE J.Sweat | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Wynn | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB D.Bush | In Box | +++ | | TE I.Thomas |
| +++ | MLB R.Foster | In Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-12-NED40 (1Q: 11:59) Camden Wynn ran inside the right tackle for 9 yards. Tackled by ILB Reuben Foster, assisted by DT Vita Vea. Key block delivered by Donovan Berg.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE J.Sweat | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Wynn | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB D.Bush | In Box | +++ | | TE I.Thomas |
| +++ | MLB R.Foster | In Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| --- | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| --- | SS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-3-NED49 (1Q: 11:15) Ryan Finley kept the ball, running inside the right guard for -4 yards. Tackled by DE Jacob Eckman, assisted by DE Marcus Cusano.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley | Ball Carrier | *** | LDE M.Cusano | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki |
| +++ | 1tcDT F.Doyle | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE P.Eickholt | In Box | +++ | | RB T.Gurley |
| +++ | MLB R.Mirer | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden |
| +++ | WLB D.Bush | In Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Thompson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Out of Box | +++ |
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| 4-7-NED45 (1Q: 10:49) Jeff Locke punted 35 yards. Patrick Sinclair returned the kick 10 yards to the PIT30. Tackled by Artie Ross. |
1-10-PIT30 (1Q: 10:38) Clayton Thorson pass was thrown incomplete, intended for WR Josiah Castellano.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Protect | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| --- | SS C.Pryor | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-PIT30 (1Q: 10:34) Clayton Thorson pass completed to TE Allen Garrison for 7 yards. Tackled by CB Josh Jackson, assisted by ILB Luke Kuechly. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Garrison gained 5 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB N.Chubb | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | WLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | --- | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Short Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-3-PIT37 (1Q: 10:00) Clayton Thorson scrambled for 5 yards. Tackled by CB Josh Jackson.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | 3tcDT D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT42 (1Q: 09:20) Clayton Thorson pass completed to TE Joe Gargac for 10 yards. Tackled by OLB Samson Ebukam. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Gargac gained 1 yard after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 230 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | --- | | TE A.Garrison | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Gargac | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | --- | | RB J.Conner | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | --- | | FB M.Spencer | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Double TE | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 1-10-NED48 (1Q: 08:40) PENALTY: T Trey Pipkins of Pittsburgh was called for a False Start. |
1-15-PIT47 (1Q: 08:36) Clayton Thorson pass completed to TE Allen Garrison for 21 yards. Tackled by S Calvin Pryor. Garrison gained 8 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Primary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB N.Chubb | Protect | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | --- | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Short Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-NED32 (1Q: 08:07) Clayton Thorson pass was thrown incomplete, intended for WR Will Fuller. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Weak formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | Double TE | +++ | | TE J.Gargac | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Bump and Run | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| --- | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| --- | SS C.Pryor | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-NED32 (1Q: 08:01) James Conner ran inside the right tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by DT Sam Tucker.
| OFFENSE | 230 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | In Box | +++ | | TE A.Garrison |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | In Box | +++ | | TE J.Gargac |
| +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | In Box | +++ | | FB M.Spencer |
| +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | In Box | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | In Box | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Out of Box | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| --- | RCB O.Brewer | Out of Box | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | In Box | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| --- | FS G.Barrett | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-8-NED30 (1Q: 07:28) Clayton Thorson pass completed to TE Malachi Cybulski for 6 yards. Tackled by CB Josh Jackson, assisted by ILB Horace Nall. Cybulski gained 2 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 023 Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | MLB H.Nall | Short Zone | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB J.Dixon | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Short Zone | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS O.Brewer | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-2-NED24 (1Q: 06:55) Deron Singleton attempted a 41 yard field goal and succeeded. Pittsburgh 3, New England 0 |
| (1Q: 06:49) Deron Singleton kicked off 74 yards from the PIT35. Touchback. |
1-10-NED25 (1Q: 06:49) Ryan Finley pass completed to RB Camden Wynn for 34 yards. Tackled by OLB Devin Bush. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Wynn gained 24 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Wynn | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | TE I.Thomas | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB R.Foster | Short Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT41 (1Q: 06:11) Todd Gurley ran inside the right guard for 6 yards. Tackled by ILB Reggie Ragland, assisted by S Norm Witt. Key block delivered by Donovan Berg.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | In Box | --- | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | In Box | --- | | TE M.Gesicki |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE J.Sweat | In Box | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB R.Ragland | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden |
| +++ | WLB D.Bush | In Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB C.Thompson | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS N.Witt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Out of Box | --- |
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| 2-4-PIT35 (1Q: 05:28) PENALTY: G Lonnie Kanu of New England was called for a False Start. |
2-9-PIT40 (1Q: 05:22) Camden Wynn ran inside the left guard for 4 yards. Tackled by DT Vita Vea.
| OFFENSE | 104 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT F.Doyle | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Wynn | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Coffey |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | DB D.Bush | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-5-PIT36 (1Q: 04:56) Ryan Finley pass completed to WR Diego Coffey for 9 yards. Tackled by S Jaquiski Tartt.
| OFFENSE | 014 Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 3tcDT F.Doyle | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT D.Coffey | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | --- | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | DB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT27 (1Q: 04:21) Play-Action. Ryan Finley scrambled for 17 yards. Tackled by ILB Reuben Foster. The ball was fumbled and recovered by PIT Jacob Eckman for 6 yards to the PIT16.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | --- | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | --- | | TE M.Gesicki | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB R.Lasica | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | FB I.Thomas | Protect | +++ | MLB R.Foster | Short Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT16 (1Q: 04:13) James Conner ran around right end for -2 yards. Tackled by ILB Luke Kuechly, assisted by DE Johnnie Whalen.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | In Box | +++ | | TE A.Garrison |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | --- | SLB D.Holloman | In Box | +++ | | FB M.Spencer |
| +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | In Box | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | In Box | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Out of Box | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Out of Box | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| --- | SS C.Pryor | In Box | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-12-PIT14 (1Q: 03:35) James Conner ran around the left tackle for 4 yards. Tackled by S Gus Barrett, assisted by OLB Samson Ebukam.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | In Box | +++ | | TE A.Garrison |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | In Box | +++ | | FB M.Spencer |
| +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | In Box | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | In Box | --- | | LG S.Bernstein |
| --- | LCB J.Jackson | Out of Box | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| --- | RCB O.Brewer | Out of Box | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | In Box | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Out of Box | +++ |
|
| 3-8-PIT18 (1Q: 02:57) PENALTY: DE Kenneth Smoczyk of New England was called for Encroachment. |
3-3-PIT23 (1Q: 02:51) James Conner ran inside the right guard for -2 yards. Tackled by ILB Horace Nall, assisted by CB Omar Brewer.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | In Box | +++ | | TE A.Garrison |
| +++ | 3tcDT R.Burkhammer | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | --- | MLB H.Nall | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | In Box | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Out of Box | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB J.Dixon | Out of Box | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| --- | NB F.Mutzel | Out of Box | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS G.Barrett | Out of Box | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| --- | FS O.Brewer | Out of Box | +++ |
|
| 4-5-PIT21 (1Q: 02:25) Jake Bailey punted 43 yards. Ray Lasica returned the kick 2 yards to the NED38. Tackled by Rufus Mayhew. |
1-10-NED38 (1Q: 02:16) Todd Gurley ran inside the left guard for 2 yards. Tackled by DT Vita Vea. New England's Artie Ross was hurt on the play. This appears to be a minor neck injury. He should be able to remain in the game.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE J.Sweat | In Box | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB R.Ragland | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden |
| +++ | WLB D.Bush | In Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| --- | RCB C.Thompson | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| --- | SS N.Witt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-8-NED40 (1Q: 01:35) Camden Wynn ran inside the right guard for 11 yards. Tackled by DE Jacob Eckman. Key block delivered by Donovan Berg. Berg ran over Vita Vea to set up the play.
| OFFENSE | 104 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT F.Doyle | In Box | --- | | SLOT E.Hayden |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Wynn | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | In Box | --- | | SLOT D.Coffey |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | DB D.Bush | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Out of Box | --- |
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1-10-PIT49 (1Q: 01:13) Camden Wynn ran inside the right guard for 9 yards. Tackled by DT Vita Vea, assisted by DE Josh Sweat. Key block delivered by Dion Dawkins.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE J.Sweat | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Wynn | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB D.Bush | In Box | +++ | | TE I.Thomas |
| +++ | MLB R.Foster | In Box | --- | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | In Box | --- | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Out of Box | --- | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Out of Box | --- |
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2-1-PIT40 (1Q: 00:35) Ryan Finley scrambled for 9 yards. Tackled by OLB Devin Bush and assisted by ILB Bud Dupree.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Wynn | Protect | --- | SLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | TE I.Thomas | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | MLB R.Foster | Short Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Double X(SE) | +++ |
|
| Start of second quarter. |
1-10-PIT31 (2Q: 15:00) Ryan Finley pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Earl Hayden. DE Jacob Eckman hurried the quarterback into a bad throw. PENALTY: QB Ryan Finley of New England was called for Intentional Grounding.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE I.Thomas | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) E.Hayden | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB R.Lasica | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | SLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | FB E.Harness | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB R.Foster | Deep Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| --- | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-20-PIT41 (2Q: 14:53) Ryan Finley pass completed to WR Jack Barnes for 14 yards. Tackled by CB Amari Coffey. Barnes gained 12 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 005 Personnel, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Mueller | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT F.Doyle | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT J.Barnes | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | --- | | SLOT E.Hayden | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Coffey | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | DB D.Bush | Short Zone | --- | | RG D.Dawkins |
| --- | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | --- | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-6-PIT27 (2Q: 14:13) Ryan Finley pass completed to WR Diego Coffey for 8 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by CB Amari Coffey.
| OFFENSE | 014 Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Mueller | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | Blitz Passer | --- | | SLOT D.Coffey | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | --- | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | DB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT19 (2Q: 13:26) Ryan Finley pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Earl Hayden. OLB Rod Mirer defended the pass. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 014 Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Mueller | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT F.Doyle | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Protect | --- | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Coffey | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| --- | NB C.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| --- | DB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Double Z(FL) | +++ |
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2-10-PIT19 (2Q: 13:19) Ryan Finley pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Diego Coffey. DE Jacob Eckman drove right through Donovan Berg to hurry the quarterback. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 014t Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Mueller | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT F.Doyle | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | RDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Coffey | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| --- | DB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Double Z(FL) | +++ |
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3-10-PIT19 (2Q: 13:13) Ryan Finley pass was blocked at the line, intended for WR Earl Hayden. DE Marcus Cusano blocked the pass. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 014 Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT F.Doyle | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | Double X(SE) | +++ | | SLOT D.Coffey | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| --- | NB C.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | DB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| --- | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-10-PIT19 (2Q: 13:05) O.J. Bradford attempted a 36 yard field goal and succeeded. Pittsburgh 3, New England 3 |
| (2Q: 12:58) O.J. Bradford kicked off 57 yards from the NED35. Butch Esslinger returned the ball 11 yards to the PIT19. Tackled by Gus Barrett. |
1-10-PIT19 (2Q: 12:36) Clayton Thorson pass completed to TE Allen Garrison for 15 yards. Tackled by S Gus Barrett, assisted by CB Josh Jackson. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 014t Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT A.Sanders | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | MLB H.Nall | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | RCB J.Dixon | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | NB O.Brewer | Double X(SE) | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | DB F.Mutzel | Short Zone | --- | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS J.Ward | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT34 (2Q: 11:49) Nick Chubb ran a trap outside the right tackle for 1 yard. Tackled by CB Josh Jackson, assisted by OLB DeVonte Holloman. ILB Luke Kuechly crushed Bernard Candelaria to wreck the play.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano |
| +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | In Box | +++ | | TE A.Garrison |
| --- | 3tcDT J.Reed | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE D.Baker | In Box | +++ | | RB N.Chubb | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch |
| +++ | WLB D.Holloman | In Box | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| --- | LCB J.Jackson | Out of Box | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Out of Box | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| --- | NB F.Mutzel | Out of Box | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Out of Box | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-9-PIT35 (2Q: 11:23) James Conner ran inside the left tackle for -4 yards. Tackled by DE Kenneth Smoczyk, assisted by ILB Luke Kuechly.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | In Box | +++ | | TE A.Garrison |
| --- | 3tcDT D.Baker | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski |
| --- | MLB L.Kuechly | In Box | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| --- | WLB S.Ebukam | In Box | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Out of Box | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Out of Box | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Out of Box | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-13-PIT31 (2Q: 10:49) Clayton Thorson pass was intended for WR Will Fuller and was intercepted by CB Jason Sweeney at the PIT46. The interception was returned 7 yards. Tackled by Malachi Cybulski.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Secondary, 8 Post (19-26) | --- | 3tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | --- | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | SLB H.Nall | Blitz Passer | +++ | | FB M.Spencer | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | MLB S.Ebukam | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB J.Jackson | Short Zone | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Dixon | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| --- | RCB J.Sweeney | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS G.Barrett | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| --- | FS O.Brewer | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT39 (2Q: 10:41) Ryan Finley pass completed to FB Erick Harness for 7 yards. Tackled by ILB Reuben Foster. Harness gained 6 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE I.Thomas | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) E.Hayden | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB R.Lasica | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | FB E.Harness | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB R.Foster | Deep Zone | --- | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-3-PIT32 (2Q: 09:57) Camden Wynn ran inside the left guard for -4 yards. Tackled by DE Frankie Doyle, assisted by OLB Rod Mirer.
| OFFENSE | 104 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT F.Doyle | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Wynn | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Coffey |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| --- | RCB A.Coffey | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | DB D.Bush | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| --- | SS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Out of Box | +++ |
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3-7-PIT36 (2Q: 09:30) Play-Action. Ryan Finley pass completed to TE Ian Thomas for 3 yards. Tackled by CB Amari Coffey. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 131 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | Rush Passer | --- | | TE I.Thomas | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT F.Doyle | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | RDE P.Eickholt | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | SLB R.Mirer | Short Zone | +++ | | TE D.Rigsby | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | MLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB C.Elder | Double Z(FL) | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | LCB A.Coffey | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Thompson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
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4-4-PIT33 (2Q: 08:46) Ryan Finley pass completed to WR Calvin Ridley for 6 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by S Jaquiski Tartt.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT F.Doyle | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE P.Eickholt | Rush Passer | --- | | RB T.Gurley | Protect | +++ | SLB R.Mirer | Blitz Passer | --- | | TE I.Thomas | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB D.Bush | Short Zone | --- | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB C.Elder | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | LCB A.Coffey | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT27 (2Q: 07:59) Ryan Finley scrambled for 7 yards. Tackled by ILB Reuben Foster and assisted by DE Jacob Eckman. New England's Ian Thomas was hurt on the play.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Mueller | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | --- | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | SLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | FB I.Thomas | Protect | --- | MLB R.Foster | Short Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| --- | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | --- | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-3-PIT20 (2Q: 07:19) Camden Wynn ran inside the right guard for 5 yards. Tackled by DT Vita Vea. Key block delivered by Donovan Berg.
| OFFENSE | 104 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT F.Doyle | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Wynn | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | In Box | +++ | | SLOT B.Mueller |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | DB D.Bush | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Out of Box | +++ |
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1-10-PIT15 (2Q: 06:49) Todd Gurley ran inside the right guard for 4 yards. Tackled by DT Takkarist McKinley, assisted by OLB Devin Bush.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB R.Ragland | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden |
| +++ | WLB D.Bush | In Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB C.Thompson | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS N.Witt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-6-PIT11 (2Q: 06:06) Ryan Finley sacked by DE Jacob Eckman and DE Frankie Doyle for a loss of 10 yards. Sack allowed by Donovan Berg.
| OFFENSE | 014t Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT F.Doyle | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Protect | --- | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | RDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Coffey | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Double X(SE) | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| --- | DB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| --- | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| --- | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-16-PIT21 (2Q: 05:35) Ryan Finley pass completed to WR Earl Hayden for 9 yards. Tackled by CB Amari Coffey.
| OFFENSE | 014 Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT D.Coffey | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| --- | RCB A.Coffey | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | DB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| 4-7-PIT12 (2Q: 04:59) O.J. Bradford attempted a 29 yard field goal and succeeded. PENALTY: DT Vita Vea of Pittsburgh was called for Offsides. The penalty was declined. New England 6, Pittsburgh 3 |
| (2Q: 04:53) O.J. Bradford kicked off 59 yards from the NED35. Butch Esslinger returned the ball 19 yards to the PIT25. Tackled by Gus Barrett. |
1-10-PIT25 (2Q: 04:20) Clayton Thorson pass completed to TE Allen Garrison for 11 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by S Jimmie Ward.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | --- | | TE A.Garrison | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB N.Chubb | Protect | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | --- | | SLOT M.Welch | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | WLB D.Holloman | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Man-to-Man | --- | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Short Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-PIT36 (2Q: 03:45) James Conner ran inside the right tackle for 4 yards. Tackled by DE Dominic Baker, assisted by S Calvin Pryor.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | In Box | --- | | TE A.Garrison |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | In Box | --- | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB H.Nall | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski |
| +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | In Box | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | In Box | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Out of Box | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Out of Box | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | In Box | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Out of Box | --- |
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2-6-PIT40 (2Q: 03:17) Play-Action. Clayton Thorson pass was blocked at the line, intended for WR Mackenzie Welch. DT Jarran Reed blocked the pass.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB N.Chubb | Protect | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Short Zone | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-6-PIT40 (2Q: 03:13) Clayton Thorson pass was blocked at the line, intended for WR Will Fuller. DE Johnnie Whalen blocked the pass. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 3tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Primary, 8 Post (19-26) | --- | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB H.Nall | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB J.Dixon | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Short Zone | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| --- | FS O.Brewer | Double X(SE) | +++ |
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| 4-6-PIT40 (2Q: 03:06) Jake Bailey punted 58 yards. The ball was downed at the NED02. |
1-10-NED02 (2Q: 02:57) Ryan Finley kept the ball, running inside the right guard for 0 yards. Tackled by OLB Devin Bush.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley | Ball Carrier | *** | LDE M.Cusano | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE J.Sweat | In Box | +++ | | RB T.Gurley |
| +++ | MLB R.Ragland | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden |
| +++ | WLB D.Bush | In Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| --- | RCB C.Thompson | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS N.Witt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| --- | FS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-10-NED02 (2Q: 02:30) Ryan Finley pass completed to WR Calvin Ridley for 3 yards. Tackled by CB Amari Coffey, assisted by ILB Reggie Ragland. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | --- | | TE M.Gesicki | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB R.Ragland | Deep Zone | --- | | SLOT E.Hayden | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | WLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| --- | SS N.Witt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-7-NED05 (2Q: 02:05) Ryan Finley pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Jalen Hurd. DE Marcus Cusano drove right through Orlando Brown to hurry the quarterback.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | --- | 3tcDT J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT F.Doyle | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE P.Eickholt | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB R.Mirer | Blitz Passer | +++ | | TE E.Harness | Protect | +++ | MLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| --- | WLB C.Elder | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | LCB A.Coffey | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Thompson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| --- | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| --- | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
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| Official time out for the two-minute warning. |
| 4-7-NED05 (2Q: 01:56) Jeff Locke punted 46 yards. Patrick Sinclair called for a fair catch at the PIT49. |
1-10-PIT49 (2Q: 01:45) Clayton Thorson pass completed to RB Nick Chubb for 14 yards. Tackled by ILB Luke Kuechly. Chubb gained 6 yards after the catch. Pittsburgh's Nick Chubb was hurt on the play.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Secondary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB N.Chubb | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | --- | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Short Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-NED37 (2Q: 01:21) Clayton Thorson pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Allen Garrison. CB Josh Jackson knocked the ball out of his grasp.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | --- | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Primary, 8 Post (19-26) | --- | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Esslinger | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB D.Holloman | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| --- | SS C.Pryor | Short Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-10-NED37 (2Q: 01:15) Clayton Thorson pass completed to TE Allen Garrison for 10 yards. Tackled by S Gus Barrett.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Primary, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Short Zone | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Man-to-Man | --- | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-NED27 (2Q: 00:53) Clayton Thorson scrambled for 10 yards. Tackled by ILB Luke Kuechly. PENALTY: DE Dominic Baker of New England was called for Offsides. The penalty was declined.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | --- | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | 3tcDT D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | --- | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Short Zone | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-NED17 (2Q: 00:53) Clayton Thorson pass completed to WR Mackenzie Welch for 0 yards. Tackled by CB Josh Jackson.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Esslinger | Protect | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | WLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Short Zone | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| Pittsburgh called a time out. |
2-10-NED17 (2Q: 00:44) Clayton Thorson pass completed to RB Butch Esslinger for 17 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Esslinger gained 11 yards after the catch. Pittsburgh 9, New England 6
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE B.Heeney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Esslinger | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | FB M.Spencer | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Blitz Passer | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| (2Q: 00:44) Extra point by Deron Singleton was good. Pittsburgh 10, New England 6 |
| (2Q: 00:38) Deron Singleton kicked off 59 yards from the PIT35. Calvin Ridley returned the ball 30 yards to the NED36. Tackled by Bernard Candelaria. |
1-10-NED36 (2Q: 00:29) Ryan Finley pass fell incomplete, intended for RB Todd Gurley. S Norm Witt defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB R.Ragland | Short Zone | +++ | | FB E.Harness | Protect | +++ | WLB D.Bush | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB C.Thompson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| --- | NB C.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS N.Witt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-NED36 (2Q: 00:22) Ryan Finley pass completed to RB Todd Gurley for 8 yards. Tackled by S Kenny Dunlap, assisted by CB Cyrus Jones. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 230 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Man to Man | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | --- | | TE B.Mueller | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | --- | | TE M.Gesicki | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE D.Rigsby | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | MLB R.Ragland | Spy on QB | +++ | | FB E.Harness | Protect | +++ | WLB D.Bush | Double TE | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| --- | RCB C.Thompson | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS K.Dunlap | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Bump and Run | +++ |
|
| New England called a time out. |
3-2-NED44 (2Q: 00:10) Ryan Finley pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Mike Gesicki. S Jaquiski Tartt defended the pass. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 230 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE D.Rigsby | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Mueller | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB R.Lasica | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB J.Farr | Short Zone | +++ | | FB E.Harness | Protect | +++ | WLB R.Ragland | Bump and Run | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB B.Dupree | Spy on QB | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Elder | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS N.Witt | Double TE | +++ |
|
| 4-2-NED44 (2Q: 00:01) Jeff Locke punted 51 yards. The ball was downed at the PIT05. |
| Start of third quarter. |
| (3Q: 15:00) Deron Singleton kicked off 50 yards from the PIT35. Calvin Ridley returned the ball 19 yards to the NED34. Tackled by Christian Thompson. |
1-10-NED34 (3Q: 14:10) Todd Gurley ran a counterplay inside the left tackle for 1 yard. Tackled by S Kenny Dunlap, assisted by ILB Reuben Foster.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE J.Sweat | In Box | --- | | RB T.Gurley | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB D.Bush | In Box | +++ | | FB E.Harness |
| +++ | MLB R.Foster | In Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| --- | LCB A.Coffey | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-9-NED35 (3Q: 13:37) Ryan Finley pass fell incomplete, intended for RB Todd Gurley. DE Josh Sweat hurried the quarterback into a bad throw. PENALTY: ILB Reuben Foster of Pittsburgh was called for Defensive Holding.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | --- | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | --- | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | FB E.Harness | Protect | +++ | MLB R.Foster | Short Zone | --- | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-NED40 (3Q: 13:30) Camden Wynn ran inside the right tackle for 7 yards. Tackled by S Jaquiski Tartt. Key block delivered by Artie Ross.
| OFFENSE | 104 Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT F.Doyle | In Box | --- | | SLOT B.Mueller |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Wynn | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Coffey |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | DB D.Bush | Out of Box | --- | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-3-NED47 (3Q: 13:00) Ryan Finley pass completed to RB Ray Lasica for 33 yards. Tackled by CB Cyrus Jones. Lasica gained 31 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Outlet, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB R.Lasica | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | FB E.Harness | Protect | +++ | MLB R.Foster | Short Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT20 (3Q: 12:19) Ryan Finley sacked by DT Vita Vea for a loss of 7 yards. Vea ran right past Mike Gesicki and knocked down the quarterback.
| OFFENSE | 023 Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Mueller | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Protect | --- | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | RDE B.Dupree | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB R.Ragland | Short Zone | +++ | | TE E.Harness | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| --- | RCB C.Thompson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS N.Witt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| --- | FS J.Tartt | Double Z(FL) | +++ |
|
2-17-PIT27 (3Q: 11:45) Camden Wynn ran inside the right guard for 6 yards. Tackled by ILB Reuben Foster, assisted by OLB Devin Bush.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-1 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE J.Sweat | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Wynn | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB D.Bush | In Box | +++ | | TE E.Harness |
| +++ | MLB R.Foster | In Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| --- | LCB A.Coffey | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-11-PIT21 (3Q: 11:16) Ryan Finley pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Mike Gesicki. CB Corn Elder defended the pass. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT F.Doyle | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE P.Eickholt | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Protect | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WLB D.Bush | Double X(SE) | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Thompson | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| --- | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-11-PIT21 (3Q: 11:10) O.J. Bradford attempted a 38 yard field goal and succeeded. Pittsburgh 10, New England 9 |
| (3Q: 11:04) O.J. Bradford kicked off 67 yards from the NED35. Touchback. |
1-10-PIT25 (3Q: 11:04) Clayton Thorson pass completed to WR Josiah Castellano for 13 yards. Tackled by S Calvin Pryor. Castellano gained 1 yard after the catch. PENALTY: OLB DeVonte Holloman of New England was called for Unnecessary Roughness.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Esslinger | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | --- | | SLOT M.Welch | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | --- | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Short Zone | --- | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Deep Zone | --- |
|
1-10-NED47 (3Q: 10:54) Clayton Thorson pass completed to RB James Conner for 18 yards. Tackled by DE Kenneth Smoczyk. Conner gained 12 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Outlet, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | --- | | TE A.Garrison | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski | Protect | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Blitz Passer | --- | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Man-to-Man | --- | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | --- |
|
1-10-NED29 (3Q: 10:08) Clayton Thorson pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Josiah Castellano. DE Kenneth Smoczyk hurried the quarterback into a bad throw. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 014t Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT A.Sanders | Outlet, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | MLB H.Nall | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | RCB J.Dixon | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | NB O.Brewer | Double X(SE) | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | DB F.Mutzel | Short Zone | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS J.Ward | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-NED29 (3Q: 10:02) Clayton Thorson pass completed to WR Will Fuller for 24 yards. Tackled by ILB Luke Kuechly. Fuller gained 6 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | --- | | TE A.Garrison | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Protect | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | --- | | FB M.Spencer | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Double TE | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Short Zone | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | --- | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Bump and Run | --- | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-5-NED05 (3Q: 09:16) Clayton Thorson pass completed to WR Josiah Castellano for 5 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Castellano gained 5 yards after the catch. Pittsburgh 16, New England 9
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Esslinger | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | FB M.Spencer | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | --- | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| (3Q: 09:16) Extra point by Deron Singleton was good. Pittsburgh 17, New England 9 |
| (3Q: 09:07) Deron Singleton kicked off 66 yards from the PIT35. Calvin Ridley returned the ball 34 yards to the NED33. Tackled by Kaleb McGary. |
1-10-NED33 (3Q: 08:45) Ryan Finley pass completed to RB Ray Lasica for 7 yards. Tackled by DE Jacob Eckman. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 230 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Man to Man | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE E.Harness | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | --- | | TE M.Gesicki | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE D.Rigsby | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB R.Lasica | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB D.Bush | Double TE | +++ | | FB T.Gurley | Protect | +++ | MLB R.Foster | Spy on QB | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Bump and Run | +++ |
|
2-3-NED40 (3Q: 08:08) Ryan Finley pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Earl Hayden. CB Corn Elder knocked the ball out of his grasp. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 023 Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) D.Coffey | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB R.Ragland | Short Zone | +++ | | TE E.Harness | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | WLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB C.Thompson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS N.Witt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Double Z(FL) | +++ |
|
3-3-NED40 (3Q: 08:03) Ryan Finley pass completed to RB Todd Gurley for 6 yards. Tackled by CB Cyrus Jones.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | TE E.Harness | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB R.Foster | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | --- |
|
1-10-NED46 (3Q: 07:32) Ryan Finley pass was blocked at the line, intended for TE Mike Gesicki. DT Takkarist McKinley blocked the pass.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB C.Wynn | Protect | +++ | SLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | TE E.Harness | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | --- | MLB R.Foster | Short Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-NED46 (3Q: 07:26) Ryan Finley sacked by DE Josh Sweat for a loss of 4 yards. Sack allowed by Artie Ross.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE D.Rigsby | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Mueller | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | --- | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB R.Lasica | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | FB E.Harness | Protect | --- | MLB R.Foster | Deep Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| --- | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| --- | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-14-NED42 (3Q: 06:43) Ryan Finley pass completed to WR Earl Hayden for 18 yards. Tackled by CB Corn Elder. Hayden gained 5 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 005 Personnel, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Mueller | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT F.Doyle | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT J.Barnes | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | RDE B.Dupree | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Coffey | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | LCB C.Elder | Short Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Deep Zone | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | DB D.Bush | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT40 (3Q: 06:06) Ray Lasica ran a counterplay inside the left tackle for 0 yards. Tackled by DE Josh Sweat.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Mueller |
| +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE J.Sweat | In Box | +++ | | RB R.Lasica | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB D.Bush | In Box | +++ | | FB E.Harness |
| --- | MLB R.Foster | In Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-10-PIT40 (3Q: 05:27) Ryan Finley pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Bruce Mueller. DE Frankie Doyle hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
| OFFENSE | 005 Personnel, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Mueller | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | 3tcDT F.Doyle | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT J.Barnes | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT J.Hurd | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| --- | DB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-10-PIT40 (3Q: 05:20) Ryan Finley scrambled for 2 yards. Tackled by CB Christian Thompson.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | --- | 3tcDT J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT F.Doyle | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | --- | RDE P.Eickholt | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | WLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Thompson | Double X(SE) | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-8-PIT38 (3Q: 04:41) Jeff Locke punted 38 yards. Touchback. |
1-10-PIT20 (3Q: 04:34) Clayton Thorson scrambled for 2 yards. Tackled by S Gus Barrett.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Secondary, D Deep Fade (40+) | --- | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Protect | --- | SLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | FB M.Spencer | Protect | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Short Zone | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-8-PIT22 (3Q: 03:49) Clayton Thorson pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Will Fuller. S Jimmie Ward defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Secondary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Esslinger | Protect | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT A.Sanders | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | --- | WLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| --- | NB J.Sweeney | Short Zone | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| --- | SS C.Pryor | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-8-PIT22 (3Q: 03:41) Clayton Thorson pass completed to TE Joe Gargac for 5 yards. Tackled by ILB Horace Nall, assisted by CB Josh Jackson. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 230 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | --- | | TE A.Garrison | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | --- | | TE J.Gargac | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB H.Nall | Short Zone | +++ | | FB M.Spencer | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB S.Ebukam | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB J.Jackson | Double TE | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Sweeney | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB F.Mutzel | Bump and Run | --- | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS G.Barrett | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS O.Brewer | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-3-PIT27 (3Q: 03:11) Jake Bailey punted 49 yards. Ray Lasica returned the kick 1 yard to the NED25. Tackled by Butch Esslinger. |
1-10-NED25 (3Q: 03:00) Camden Wynn ran inside the right guard for 3 yards. Tackled by S Jaquiski Tartt.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | In Box | --- | | TE M.Gesicki |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Mueller |
| +++ | RDE J.Sweat | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Wynn | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB D.Bush | In Box | --- | | TE E.Harness |
| +++ | MLB R.Foster | In Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | In Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-7-NED28 (3Q: 02:15) Ryan Finley pass completed to RB Todd Gurley for 5 yards. Tackled by ILB Reuben Foster. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 230 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Man to Man | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Mueller | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | --- | | TE M.Gesicki | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE D.Rigsby | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | SLB D.Bush | Double TE | +++ | | FB E.Harness | Protect | +++ | MLB R.Foster | Spy on QB | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| --- | LCB C.Elder | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Bump and Run | +++ |
|
3-2-NED33 (3Q: 01:38) Ryan Finley pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Mike Gesicki. ILB Bud Dupree defended the pass. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 230 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Goal Line Personnel, Press-1 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE B.Mueller | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE D.Rigsby | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB R.Lasica | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | RDE D.Bush | Rush Passer | +++ | | FB E.Harness | Protect | +++ | SLB R.Foster | Bump and Run | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | MLB B.Dupree | Spy on QB | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | WLB C.Elder | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | LCB C.Jones | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | RCB J.Tartt | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | SS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-2-NED33 (3Q: 01:33) Jeff Locke punted 49 yards. Patrick Sinclair returned the kick 4 yards to the PIT22. Tackled by Everett Bobo. |
1-10-PIT22 (3Q: 01:25) James Conner ran a counterplay inside the left tackle for 4 yards. Tackled by ILB Luke Kuechly.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | In Box | +++ | | TE A.Garrison |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE B.Heeney | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski |
| +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | In Box | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | In Box | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| --- | LCB J.Jackson | Out of Box | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Out of Box | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Out of Box | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-6-PIT26 (3Q: 00:50) James Conner ran around the left tackle for 1 yard. Tackled by CB Josh Jackson.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano |
| +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | In Box | +++ | | TE A.Garrison |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | In Box | +++ | | FB M.Spencer |
| +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | In Box | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | In Box | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Out of Box | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Out of Box | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | In Box | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-5-PIT27 (3Q: 00:15) Clayton Thorson pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Josiah Castellano. S Fernando Mutzel defended the pass. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Strong formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Primary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Secondary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Protect | +++ | MLB H.Nall | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT A.Sanders | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| --- | RCB J.Dixon | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Short Zone | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS O.Brewer | Double X(SE) | +++ |
|
| 4-5-PIT27 (3Q: 00:10) Jake Bailey punted 49 yards. Ray Lasica returned the kick 4 yards to the NED28. Tackled by Kaleb McGary. Ball was fumbled and recovered by PIT Kaleb McGary at the NED28. |
1-10-NED28 (3Q: 00:02) Clayton Thorson pass completed to TE Allen Garrison for 6 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by OLB Samson Ebukam, assisted by OLB DeVonte Holloman.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Primary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Secondary, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Protect | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | --- | | FB M.Spencer | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Short Zone | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Bump and Run | --- | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| Start of fourth quarter. |
2-4-NED22 (4Q: 15:00) Clayton Thorson pass completed to WR Josiah Castellano for 2 yards. Tackled by OLB Samson Ebukam, assisted by ILB Luke Kuechly.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | --- | | TE A.Garrison | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Secondary, D Deep Fade (40+) | +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Protect | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | FB M.Spencer | Protect | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Short Zone | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
3-2-NED20 (4Q: 14:38) Clayton Thorson sacked by DE Dominic Baker for a loss of 5 yards. Sack allowed by Trey Pipkins. The ball was fumbled and recovered by NED Johnnie Whalen for 75 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Pittsburgh 17, New England 15
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | --- | RDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Esslinger | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB S.Ebukam | Short Zone | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| --- | WLB H.Nall | Short Zone | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB F.Mutzel | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB J.Dixon | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS G.Barrett | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| --- | FS J.Ward | Double TE | +++ |
|
| (4Q: 14:38) Ryan Finley was stopped short of the end zone on the conversion attempt. |
| (4Q: 14:22) O.J. Bradford kicked off 65 yards from the NED35. Butch Esslinger returned the ball 23 yards to the PIT23. Tackled by Artie Ross. PENALTY: WR Ace Sanders of Pittsburgh was called for Holding on the Kick Return. |
1-10-PIT11 (4Q: 13:57) Butch Esslinger ran inside the right tackle for -4 yards. Tackled by DT Raul Burkhammer. PENALTY: C Bernard Candelaria of Pittsburgh was called for Offensive Holding. The penalty was declined.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano |
| +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | In Box | +++ | | TE A.Garrison |
| --- | 3tcDT J.Reed | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE B.Heeney | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Esslinger | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch |
| +++ | WLB H.Nall | In Box | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| --- | LCB J.Jackson | Out of Box | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Out of Box | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Out of Box | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Out of Box | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-14-PIT07 (4Q: 13:51) James Conner ran around left end for -1 yards. Tackled by ILB Luke Kuechly, assisted by S Calvin Pryor. CB Josh Jackson crushed Trey Pipkins to wreck the play.
| OFFENSE | 230 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | In Box | +++ | | TE A.Garrison |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | In Box | --- | | TE J.Gargac |
| +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | In Box | +++ | | FB M.Spencer |
| +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | In Box | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | In Box | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Out of Box | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| --- | RCB O.Brewer | Out of Box | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | In Box | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| --- | FS G.Barrett | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-15-PIT06 (4Q: 13:18) Clayton Thorson scrambled for 5 yards. Tackled by S Jimmie Ward.
| OFFENSE | 104 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT A.Sanders | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | --- | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Protect | +++ | MLB H.Nall | Blitz Passer | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch | Primary, 6 Deep In (13-18) | --- | LCB J.Jackson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | RCB J.Dixon | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | NB O.Brewer | Short Zone | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| --- | DB F.Mutzel | Short Zone | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS J.Ward | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-10-PIT11 (4Q: 12:35) Jake Bailey punted 36 yards. Ray Lasica called for a fair catch at the PIT47. PENALTY: ILB Horace Nall of New England was called for Offsides. The penalty was declined. |
1-10-PIT47 (4Q: 12:28) Play-Action. Ryan Finley pass completed to WR Jalen Hurd for 16 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by ILB Bud Dupree, assisted by S Kenny Dunlap. Hurd gained 12 yards after the catch. PENALTY: ILB Bud Dupree of Pittsburgh was called for Illegal Use of the Hands by the Defense. The penalty was declined.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | --- | | TE M.Gesicki | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | --- | | RB R.Lasica | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | SLB D.Bush | Blitz Passer | +++ | | FB E.Harness | Protect | +++ | MLB R.Foster | Short Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB B.Dupree | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Jones | Man-to-Man | --- | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT31 (4Q: 12:17) Ryan Finley pass completed to TE Mike Gesicki for 10 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by CB Corn Elder, assisted by ILB Reggie Ragland. Gesicki gained 6 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 023 Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | --- | | X(SE) D.Coffey | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Primary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden | Secondary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB R.Ragland | Short Zone | +++ | | TE E.Harness | Protect | +++ | WLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB C.Thompson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS N.Witt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Double Z(FL) | +++ |
|
1-10-PIT21 (4Q: 11:46) Todd Gurley ran inside the right tackle for -2 yards. Tackled by DT Takkarist McKinley, assisted by CB Corn Elder.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) B.Mueller |
| +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE J.Sweat | In Box | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB R.Ragland | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden |
| +++ | WLB D.Bush | In Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB C.Thompson | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS N.Witt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-12-PIT23 (4Q: 11:03) Ryan Finley pass completed to WR Calvin Ridley for 5 yards. Tackled by S Jaquiski Tartt. Ridley gained 1 yard after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | MLB R.Ragland | Spy on QB | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | --- | WLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS N.Witt | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Double X(SE) | +++ |
|
3-7-PIT18 (4Q: 10:41) Ryan Finley pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Calvin Ridley. CB Corn Elder defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | --- | 3tcDT J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Secondary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE P.Eickholt | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Protect | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WLB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| --- | LCB C.Elder | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Deep Zone | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| --- | NB C.Thompson | Deep Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-7-PIT18 (4Q: 10:33) O.J. Bradford attempted a 35 yard field goal and succeeded. New England 18, Pittsburgh 17 |
| (4Q: 10:27) O.J. Bradford kicked off 59 yards from the NED35. Butch Esslinger returned the ball 30 yards to the PIT36. Tackled by Everett Bobo. |
1-10-PIT36 (4Q: 10:07) Clayton Thorson pass completed to TE Allen Garrison for 3 yards. Tackled by OLB Samson Ebukam. PENALTY: CB Omar Brewer of New England was called for an Intentional Face Mask.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Cloud | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | --- | | TE M.Cybulski | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Short Zone | --- | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Deep Zone | --- | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Deep Zone | --- | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-NED46 (4Q: 09:58) Clayton Thorson pass completed to TE Allen Garrison for 6 yards. Tackled by DT Raul Burkhammer, assisted by ILB Luke Kuechly.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Primary, S Screen (S) | --- | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Esslinger | Protect | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch | Outlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | WLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Short Zone | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| --- | FS J.Ward | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-4-NED40 (4Q: 09:12) Butch Esslinger ran inside the left guard for -4 yards. Tackled by S Calvin Pryor, assisted by DE Johnnie Whalen.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano |
| +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | In Box | +++ | | TE A.Garrison |
| +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE D.Baker | In Box | +++ | | RB B.Esslinger | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | In Box | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch |
| +++ | WLB D.Holloman | In Box | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| --- | LCB J.Jackson | Out of Box | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Out of Box | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| --- | NB F.Mutzel | Out of Box | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Out of Box | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-8-NED44 (4Q: 08:45) Clayton Thorson pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Josiah Castellano. CB Omar Brewer defended the pass.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Primary, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE B.Heeney | Rush Passer | --- | | RB J.Conner | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB H.Nall | Short Zone | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | MLB S.Ebukam | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB J.Jackson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Dixon | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB F.Mutzel | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS O.Brewer | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-8-NED44 (4Q: 08:38) Jake Bailey punted 42 yards. The ball was marked out of bounds at the NED02. |
1-10-NED02 (4Q: 08:29) Ryan Finley kept the ball, running inside the right guard for 0 yards. Tackled by DE Jacob Eckman, assisted by S Norm Witt.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB R.Finley | Ball Carrier | *** | LDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE J.Sweat | In Box | +++ | | RB T.Gurley |
| +++ | MLB R.Ragland | Spy | --- | | SLOT E.Hayden |
| +++ | WLB D.Bush | In Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB C.Thompson | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS N.Witt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ |
|
2-10-NED02 (4Q: 07:47) Ryan Finley kept the ball, running inside the right guard for 2 yards. Tackled by DT Vita Vea, assisted by S Norm Witt. New England's Calvin Ridley was hurt on the play.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB R.Finley | Ball Carrier | *** | LDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) C.Ridley |
| +++ | RDE J.Sweat | In Box | +++ | | RB T.Gurley |
| +++ | MLB R.Ragland | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden |
| +++ | WLB D.Bush | Spy | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB C.Thompson | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB A.Coffey | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS N.Witt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-8-NED04 (4Q: 07:00) Ryan Finley pass completed to WR Bruce Mueller for 7 yards. Tackled by OLB Rod Mirer, assisted by S Jaquiski Tartt.
| OFFENSE | 014t Personnel | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) B.Mueller | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT F.Doyle | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) J.Hurd | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | RDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT D.Coffey | Outlet, 9 Fade (27-39) | +++ | LCB C.Elder | Man-to-Man | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | DB D.Bush | Short Zone | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 4-1-NED11 (4Q: 06:17) Jeff Locke punted 37 yards. Patrick Sinclair called for a fair catch at the NED48. |
1-10-NED48 (4Q: 06:07) Clayton Thorson pass was dropped by TE Malachi Cybulski. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 230 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski | Primary, S Screen (S) | --- | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Outlet, 6 Deep In (13-18) | +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE J.Gargac | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | FB M.Spencer | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | Double TE | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-NED48 (4Q: 06:02) James Conner ran inside the right guard for 0 yards. Tackled by OLB DeVonte Holloman, assisted by ILB Luke Kuechly.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano |
| +++ | 1tcDT S.Tucker | In Box | +++ | | TE A.Garrison |
| +++ | 3tcDT D.Baker | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller |
| +++ | RDE K.Smoczyk | In Box | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Ball Carrier | --- | SLB D.Holloman | In Box | +++ | | FB M.Spencer |
| +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | In Box | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB S.Ebukam | In Box | --- | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Out of Box | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Out of Box | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | In Box | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| --- | FS G.Barrett | Out of Box | +++ |
|
3-10-NED48 (4Q: 05:33) Clayton Thorson pass was intended for WR Josiah Castellano and was intercepted by S Gus Barrett at the NED26. Tackled by Josiah Castellano.
| OFFENSE | 122 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Regular Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Primary, 8 Post (19-26) | --- | 1tcDT S.Tucker | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Secondary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | --- | RDE B.Heeney | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | SLB H.Nall | Short Zone | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski | Outlet, 7 Corner (19-26) | +++ | MLB S.Ebukam | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | WLB J.Jackson | Blitz Passer | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| --- | LCB J.Dixon | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | RCB F.Mutzel | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS G.Barrett | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS O.Brewer | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-NED26 (4Q: 05:21) Todd Gurley ran inside the right tackle for 3 yards. Tackled by DT Vita Vea, assisted by ILB Reggie Ragland.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | In Box | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Mueller |
| +++ | RDE J.Sweat | In Box | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Ball Carrier | --- | MLB R.Ragland | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden |
| +++ | WLB D.Bush | In Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS N.Witt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ |
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2-7-NED29 (4Q: 04:35) Ryan Finley pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Bruce Mueller. DT Takkarist McKinley hurried the quarterback into a bad throw. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 113 Personnel, Strong formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Protect | +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Mueller | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | RDE J.Sweat | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Secondary, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB R.Ragland | Double X(SE) | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WLB D.Bush | Spy on QB | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB C.Thompson | Bump and Run | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS N.Witt | Bump and Run | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ |
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3-7-NED29 (4Q: 04:25) Ryan Finley pass completed to RB Todd Gurley for 11 yards. Tackled by S Kenny Dunlap. Gurley gained 2 yards after the catch.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Regular Personnel, Tampa-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE D.Rigsby | Protect | +++ | 3tcDT J.Eckman | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Gesicki | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 1tcDT F.Doyle | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) E.Hayden | Secondary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | RDE P.Eickholt | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | SLB R.Mirer | Short Zone | +++ | | FB E.Harness | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | MLB D.Bush | Deep Zone | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | WLB C.Elder | Short Zone | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | LCB A.Coffey | Man-to-Man | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | RCB C.Thompson | Man-to-Man | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-NED40 (4Q: 03:39) Camden Wynn ran inside the right tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by DT Vita Vea, assisted by OLB Devin Bush.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, I formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT T.McKinley | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Mueller |
| +++ | RDE J.Sweat | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Wynn | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB R.Ragland | In Box | --- | | FB E.Harness |
| +++ | WLB D.Bush | In Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS N.Witt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| --- | FS J.Tartt | Out of Box | --- |
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2-8-NED42 (4Q: 02:56) Camden Wynn ran inside the left guard for -1 yards. Tackled by OLB Rod Mirer.
| OFFENSE | 104 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-4 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT F.Doyle | In Box | --- | | SLOT E.Hayden |
| +++ | 1tcDT V.Vea | In Box | --- | | Z(FL) B.Mueller |
| +++ | RDE J.Eckman | In Box | +++ | | RB C.Wynn | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | In Box | +++ | | SLOT D.Coffey |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| --- | RCB A.Coffey | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | NB C.Jones | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | DB D.Bush | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| +++ | SS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Out of Box | +++ |
|
| Pittsburgh called a time out. |
3-9-NED41 (4Q: 02:46) Todd Gurley ran inside the right guard for -4 yards. Tackled by S Kenny Dunlap, assisted by OLB Devin Bush.
| OFFENSE | 203 Personnel, Pro formation, Pistol | DEFENSE | 43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2 | | QB R.Finley |
| *** | LDE M.Cusano | In Box | +++ | | X(SE) J.Hurd |
| +++ | 3tcDT V.Vea | In Box | +++ | | SLOT E.Hayden |
| +++ | 1tcDT T.McKinley | In Box | +++ | | Z(FL) B.Mueller |
| +++ | RDE P.Eickholt | In Box | +++ | | RB T.Gurley | Ball Carrier | +++ | MLB R.Mirer | In Box | +++ | | FB E.Harness |
| +++ | WLB D.Bush | In Box | +++ | | LT O.Brown |
| +++ | LCB C.Elder | Out of Box | +++ | | LG L.Kanu |
| +++ | RCB A.Coffey | Out of Box | +++ | | C D.Berg |
| +++ | NB C.Thompson | Out of Box | +++ | | RG D.Dawkins |
| --- | SS J.Tartt | Out of Box | +++ | | RT A.Ross |
| +++ | FS K.Dunlap | Out of Box | +++ |
|
| Pittsburgh called a time out. |
| 4-13-NED37 (4Q: 02:39) Jeff Locke punted 35 yards. Patrick Sinclair returned the kick 9 yards to the PIT37. Tackled by Artie Ross. |
1-10-PIT37 (4Q: 02:28) Clayton Thorson scrambled for 11 yards. Tackled by S Jimmie Ward.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Primary, 3 Comeback (9-12) | --- | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Secondary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | --- | | RB J.Conner | Protect | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | FB M.Spencer | Outlet, S Screen (S) | +++ | WLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Short Zone | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| --- | SS C.Pryor | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| Official time out for the two-minute warning. |
1-10-PIT48 (4Q: 02:00) Clayton Thorson pass completed to FB Mitch Spencer for 2 yards. Tackled by OLB DeVonte Holloman. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | --- | | TE A.Garrison | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Esslinger | Protect | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | FB M.Spencer | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | WLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Double TE | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Deep Zone | +++ |
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2-8-PIT50 (4Q: 01:38) Clayton Thorson scrambled for 9 yards. Tackled by S Fernando Mutzel.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Weak formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-2 | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Primary, W Wheel (9-18) | --- | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Outlet, W Wheel (9-18) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | FB M.Spencer | Secondary, F Flat (0-4) | +++ | WLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Short Zone | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Deep Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Deep Zone | +++ |
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1-10-NED41 (4Q: 01:17) Clayton Thorson pass completed to FB Mitch Spencer for 3 yards. Tackled by S Fernando Mutzel. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation, Shotgun | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Secondary, S Screen (S) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | --- | | RB J.Conner | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | FB M.Spencer | Primary, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | WLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Double TE | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| Pittsburgh called a time out. |
2-7-NED38 (4Q: 01:05) Clayton Thorson scrambled for 18 yards. Tackled by S Fernando Mutzel.
| OFFENSE | 221 Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE M.Cybulski | Outlet, 2 Slant (5-8) | +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | --- | | TE A.Garrison | Secondary, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Primary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | --- | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | FB M.Spencer | Outlet, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | WLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| --- | LCB J.Sweeney | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Double TE | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
1-10-NED20 (4Q: 00:32) Clayton Thorson pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Allen Garrison. CB Omar Brewer knocked the ball out of his grasp. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
| OFFENSE | 212 Personnel, Strong formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) M.Cybulski | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB J.Conner | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | FB M.Spencer | Primary, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | WLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Double TE | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
2-10-NED20 (4Q: 00:26) Clayton Thorson pass completed to WR Will Fuller for 11 yards. Tackled by S Fernando Mutzel, assisted by CB Omar Brewer.
| OFFENSE | 113t Personnel, Pro formation | DEFENSE | 43 Under, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz | | QB C.Thorson |
| *** | LDE J.Whalen | Rush Passer | +++ | | X(SE) J.Castellano | Outlet, 0 Dig (0-4) | +++ | 1tcDT R.Burkhammer | Rush Passer | +++ | | TE A.Garrison | Primary, 4 Curl (9-12) | +++ | 3tcDT J.Reed | Rush Passer | +++ | | Z(FL) W.Fuller | Secondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18) | +++ | RDE D.Baker | Rush Passer | +++ | | RB B.Esslinger | Outlet, 1 Out (5-8) | +++ | MLB L.Kuechly | Short Zone | +++ | | SLOT M.Welch | Outlet, 8 Post (19-26) | +++ | WLB D.Holloman | Short Zone | +++ | | LT K.McGary |
| +++ | LCB J.Jackson | Bump and Run | +++ | | LG S.Bernstein |
| +++ | RCB O.Brewer | Bump and Run | +++ | | C B.Candelaria |
| +++ | NB F.Mutzel | Bump and Run | +++ | | RG P.Kinney |
| +++ | SS C.Pryor | Short Zone | +++ | | RT T.Pipkins |
| +++ | FS J.Ward | Deep Zone | +++ |
|
| 1-9-NED09 (4Q: 00:03) Deron Singleton attempted a 26 yard field goal and succeeded. Pittsburgh 20, New England 18 |
| Final Score: Pittsburgh Steelers 20, New England Patriots 18 |