Week 4, 2023

Played in Houston, AL, weather: 88 degrees, fair, 8 mph wind.
Pittsburgh won the toss and elected to receive.
Start of first quarter.
(1Q: 15:00) Reuben Kerney kicked off 62 yards from the HOU35. Butch Esslinger returned the ball 24 yards to the PIT27. Tackled by Michael Egnew.
1-10-PIT27 (1Q: 14:31) Clayton Thorson pass completed to WR Will Fuller for 40 yards. Tackled by ILB Leighton Vander Esch. Fuller gained 40 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Pro formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordRush Passer---
X(SE) J.CastellanoOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++NT J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonOutlet, S Screen (S)+++RDE S.LotuleleiRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerPrimary, S Screen (S)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone---
RB J.ConnerSecondary, 4 Curl (9-12)+++SILB L.Vander EschShort Zone+++
FB M.SpencerProtect+++WILB M.JeffersonBump and Run+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB J.SmalleyBlitz Passer+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB D.NewtonBump and Run+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB I.YiadomBump and Run+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeBump and Run+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDouble X(SE)---
1-10-HOU33 (1Q: 13:50) Butch Esslinger ran inside the right tackle for 11 yards. Tackled by CB Isaac Yiadom, assisted by ILB Leighton Vander Esch. Key block delivered by Trey Pipkins.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box---
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB B.EsslingerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box---
SLOT M.Welch
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushOut of Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box---
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeOut of Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
1-10-HOU22 (1Q: 13:20) Play-Action. Clayton Thorson pass completed to RB James Conner for 9 yards. Tackled by CB Dakota Newton. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Conner gained 8 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++NT J.PhillipsRush Passer---
TE A.GarrisonOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++RDE S.LotuleleiRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerSecondary, 0 Dig (0-4)---SILB L.Vander EschShort Zone+++
TE M.CybulskiOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++WILB M.JeffersonShort Zone+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB J.SmalleyBlitz Passer+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB D.NewtonBump and Run---
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB I.YiadomBump and Run+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeBump and Run+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
2-1-HOU13 (1Q: 12:57) James Conner ran inside the left tackle for 1 yard. Tackled by DE Star Lotulelei. Key block delivered by Bernard Candelaria.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box---
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box---
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
TE M.Cybulski
+++WILB M.JeffersonIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB D.NewtonOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
---RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeOut of Box---
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
1-10-HOU12 (1Q: 12:13) Play-Action. Clayton Thorson pass was blocked at the line, intended for TE Joe Gargac. DT Jordan Phillips blocked the pass.
OFFENSE131 Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Man to Man
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordRush Passer+++
TE M.CybulskiProtect+++NT J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonSecondary, S Screen (S)+++RDE S.LotuleleiRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerOutlet, F Flat (0-4)---SILB L.Vander EschShort Zone+++
TE J.GargacPrimary, S Screen (S)+++WILB M.JeffersonBump and Run+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB J.SmalleyBlitz Passer+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB D.NewtonBump and Run+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB I.YiadomBump and Run+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeBump and Run+++
RT T.Pipkins
---FS C.PorterBump and Run+++
2-10-HOU12 (1Q: 12:06) Clayton Thorson pass was thrown incomplete, intended for TE Allen Garrison.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoOutlet, 9 Fade (27-39)+++NT J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonPrimary, 1 Out (5-8)+++RDE S.LotuleleiRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerSecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerProtect+++SILB L.Vander EschBlitz Passer+++
TE M.CybulskiOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++WILB M.JeffersonShort Zone+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB J.SmalleyShort Zone+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB D.NewtonMan-to-Man+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB I.YiadomMan-to-Man+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeDeep Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
3-10-HOU12 (1Q: 12:00) PENALTY: G Paul Kinney of Pittsburgh was called for a False Start.
3-15-HOU17 (1Q: 11:54) Clayton Thorson pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Will Fuller. ILB Leighton Vander Esch defended the pass. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE A.KeyRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoPrimary, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++NT N.ShepherdRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++RDE D.FordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerSecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SILB L.Vander EschShort Zone+++
FB M.SpencerProtect+++WILB J.SmalleyShort Zone+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB D.NewtonBlitz Passer+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB E.RiveraMan-to-Man+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB K.YoungMan-to-Man+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS J.ReidDeep Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDouble X(SE)---
4-15-HOU17 (1Q: 11:48) Deron Singleton attempted a 34 yard field goal and succeeded. Pittsburgh 3, Houston 0
(1Q: 11:42) Deron Singleton kicked off 60 yards from the PIT35. Brayden Robertson returned the ball 29 yards to the HOU34. Tackled by Bernard Candelaria.
1-10-HOU34 (1Q: 11:10) Brayden Robertson ran a trap outside the right tackle for 4 yards. Tackled by ILB Bud Dupree. PENALTY: G Billy Rudebusch of Houston was called for Offensive Holding.
OFFENSE221 Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box---
TE M.Egnew
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) A.Thielen
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box+++
RB B.RobertsonBall Carrier+++SLB D.BushIn Box+++
FB J.Samuels
+++MLB R.FosterIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++WLB B.DupreeIn Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
---LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapOut of Box+++
1-20-HOU24 (1Q: 10:59) Colt McCoy pass was thrown incomplete, intended for WR Zay Jones. PENALTY: QB Colt McCoy of Houston was called for Intentional Grounding.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, S Screen (S)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesSecondary, S Screen (S)+++RDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
RB S.ButlerProtect+++MLB R.RaglandShort Zone+++
SLOT Z.JonesPrimary, 7 Corner (19-26)+++WLB D.BushBlitz Passer+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderMan-to-Man+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonMan-to-Man+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesShort Zone+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
2-30-HOU14 (1Q: 10:53) Colt McCoy pass completed to WR Adam Thielen for 3 yards. Tackled by OLB Devin Bush. Thielen gained 4 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer---
X(SE) A.ThielenPrimary, S Screen (S)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayProtect+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++RDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
RB S.ButlerSecondary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++MLB R.RaglandBlitz Passer+++
SLOT Z.JonesOutlet, S Screen (S)+++WLB D.BushShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderBump and Run+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonBump and Run+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesBump and Run+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittBump and Run+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
3-27-HOU17 (1Q: 10:09) Colt McCoy pass was dropped by TE Jace Barclay.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4
QB C.McCoy
***LDE M.CusanoRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++3tcDT J.EckmanRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayPrimary, 4 Curl (9-12)---1tcDT F.DoyleRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesSecondary, 4 Curl (9-12)+++RDE P.EickholtRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonProtect---MLB R.MirerShort Zone+++
SLOT Z.JonesOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++WLB D.BushShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderShort Zone+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB A.CoffeyDeep Zone+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.ThompsonDeep Zone+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
4-27-HOU17 (1Q: 10:01) Nicolas Fuller punted 62 yards. Patrick Sinclair returned the kick 3 yards to the PIT24. Tackled by Mike Jennings.
1-10-PIT24 (1Q: 09:53) James Conner ran inside the right guard for 49 yards. Tackled by ILB Malik Jefferson. Key block delivered by Sean Bernstein.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box---
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
FB M.Spencer
+++WILB M.JeffersonIn Box---
LT K.McGary
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB D.NewtonOut of Box---
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeOut of Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box---
1-10-HOU27 (1Q: 09:08) James Conner ran inside the right tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by ILB Leighton Vander Esch. ILB Leighton Vander Esch knocked down Joe Gargac to break up the play.
OFFENSE230 Personnel, Pro formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
TE M.Cybulski
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
TE J.Gargac
---SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
FB M.Spencer
+++WILB M.JeffersonIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box---
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB D.NewtonOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeOut of Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
2-8-HOU25 (1Q: 08:48) Butch Esslinger ran inside the left tackle for 9 yards. Tackled by S Troy Apke. Key block delivered by Paul Kinney.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box---
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB B.EsslingerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box---
SLOT M.Welch
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushOut of Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeOut of Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box---
1-10-HOU16 (1Q: 08:16) Butch Esslinger ran inside the right guard for 9 yards. Tackled by DE Star Lotulelei, assisted by S Cole Porter. Key block delivered by Kaleb McGary.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB B.EsslingerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
SLOT M.Welch
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box---
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushOut of Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeOut of Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
2-1-HOU07 (1Q: 07:42) James Conner ran inside the right guard for 5 yards. Tackled by DT Jordan Phillips, assisted by OLB Mike Jennings. Key block delivered by Sean Bernstein.
OFFENSE203 Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box---
SLOT M.Welch
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box---
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box---
FB M.Spencer
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box---
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushOut of Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeOut of Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
1-2-HOU02 (1Q: 07:18) Butch Esslinger ran around right end for -2 yards. Tackled by CB Isaac Yiadom, assisted by DE Arden Key.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Strong formation, PistolDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE N.ShepherdIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB A.KeyIn Box+++
RB B.EsslingerBall Carrier---SILB K.YoungIn Box+++
SLOT M.Welch
+++WILB M.JeffersonIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
---LCB T.ApkeOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB E.RiveraOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
---SS I.YiadomOut of Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS J.ReidOut of Box+++
2-4-HOU04 (1Q: 06:44) Butch Esslinger ran inside the left tackle for 4 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Key block delivered by Kaleb McGary. Pittsburgh 9, Houston 0
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box---
RB B.EsslingerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
SLOT M.Welch
+++WILB M.JeffersonIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box---
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB D.NewtonOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeIn Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
---FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
(1Q: 06:44) Extra point by Deron Singleton was good. Pittsburgh 10, Houston 0
(1Q: 06:35) Deron Singleton kicked off 49 yards from the PIT35. Brayden Robertson returned the ball 13 yards to the HOU29. Tackled by Ace Sanders.
1-10-HOU29 (1Q: 06:00) Colt McCoy pass was dropped by WR Adam Thielen.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)---3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesSecondary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++RDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
RB S.ButlerOutlet, W Wheel (9-18)+++MLB R.RaglandShort Zone+++
SLOT Z.JonesOutlet, W Wheel (9-18)+++WLB D.BushShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderMan-to-Man+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonMan-to-Man+++
C H.Grasu
---NB C.JonesShort Zone+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
2-10-HOU29 (1Q: 05:50) Brayden Robertson ran inside the left tackle for 4 yards. Tackled by S Kenny Dunlap, assisted by ILB Reuben Foster.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box+++
RB B.RobertsonBall Carrier+++SLB D.BushIn Box+++
TE M.Egnew
+++MLB R.FosterIn Box---
LT S.Morris
---WLB B.DupreeIn Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
---RCB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapOut of Box+++
3-6-HOU33 (1Q: 05:21) Colt McCoy pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Jace Barclay. OLB Devin Bush defended the pass.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4
QB C.McCoy
***LDE M.CusanoRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, S Screen (S)---3tcDT J.EckmanRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayPrimary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++1tcDT F.DoyleRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesSecondary, 9 Fade (27-39)+++RDE P.EickholtRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonProtect+++MLB R.MirerShort Zone+++
SLOT Z.JonesOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++WLB D.BushShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderShort Zone+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB A.CoffeyDeep Zone+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.ThompsonDeep Zone+++
RG B.McGregor
---SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
4-6-HOU33 (1Q: 05:17) Nicolas Fuller punted 58 yards. Patrick Sinclair returned the kick 5 yards to the PIT14. Tackled by Jamie Ricketts.
1-10-PIT14 (1Q: 05:08) Clayton Thorson pass completed to WR Mackenzie Welch for 4 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by ILB Leighton Vander Esch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++NT J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonSecondary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++RDE S.LotuleleiRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB B.EsslingerOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++SILB L.Vander EschShort Zone+++
SLOT M.WelchPrimary, 1 Out (5-8)+++WLB J.SmalleyBlitz Passer+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushMan-to-Man+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomMan-to-Man+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraShort Zone+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeDeep Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDouble X(SE)+++
2-6-PIT18 (1Q: 04:28) Clayton Thorson pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Mackenzie Welch. ILB Leighton Vander Esch hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
OFFENSE023 PersonnelDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoSecondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++NT J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonProtect+++RDE S.LotuleleiRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, W Wheel (9-18)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
SLOT M.WelchPrimary, 1 Out (5-8)+++SILB L.Vander EschBlitz Passer+++
TE M.CybulskiOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++WLB J.SmalleyBlitz Passer+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushBump and Run+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomBump and Run+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraShort Zone+++
RG P.Kinney
---SS T.ApkeDeep Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
3-6-PIT18 (1Q: 04:24) Clayton Thorson pass completed to TE Allen Garrison for 4 yards. Tackled by S Justin Reid. Garrison gained 1 yard after the catch.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB C.Thorson
***LDE A.KeyRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoOutlet, 7 Corner (19-26)+++NT N.ShepherdRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonPrimary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++RDE D.FordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SILB L.Vander EschSpy on QB+++
TE M.CybulskiSecondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++WILB J.SmalleyShort Zone+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB D.NewtonShort Zone+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB E.RiveraDeep Zone+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB K.YoungDeep Zone+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS J.ReidShort Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
4-2-PIT22 (1Q: 03:46) Jake Bailey punted 51 yards. The ball was downed at the HOU27.
1-10-HOU27 (1Q: 03:38) Colt McCoy pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Michael Egnew. DT Vita Vea simply tossed Seth Morris aside to reach the quarterback and hurry the throw. PENALTY: T Seth Morris of Houston was called for Offensive Holding.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, I formationDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Tampa-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenPrimary, S Screen (S)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesSecondary, 1 Out (5-8)+++RDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonProtect+++SLB D.BushShort Zone+++
TE M.EgnewOutlet, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++MLB R.FosterDeep Zone+++
LT S.Morris
---WLB B.DupreeShort Zone+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderMan-to-Man+++
C H.Grasu
---RCB C.JonesMan-to-Man+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
1-20-HOU17 (1Q: 03:32) Brayden Robertson ran a trap outside the right tackle for 4 yards. Tackled by DT Takkarist McKinley.
OFFENSE221 Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
TE M.Egnew
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) A.Thielen
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box+++
RB B.RobertsonBall Carrier+++SLB D.BushIn Box+++
FB J.Samuels
+++MLB R.FosterIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++WLB B.DupreeIn Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapOut of Box+++
2-16-HOU21 (1Q: 03:03) Santiago Butler ran outside the right tackle for 9 yards. Tackled by S Norm Witt.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box+++
RB S.ButlerBall Carrier+++MLB R.RaglandIn Box+++
SLOT Z.Jones
+++WLB D.BushIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
---RCB C.ThompsonOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
---SS N.WittOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
3-7-HOU30 (1Q: 02:18) Colt McCoy pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Brian James. CB Amari Coffey defended the pass.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4
QB C.McCoy
***LDE M.CusanoRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++3tcDT J.EckmanRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayOutlet, 9 Fade (27-39)+++1tcDT F.DoyleRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)---RDE P.EickholtRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonSecondary, 1 Out (5-8)+++MLB R.MirerShort Zone+++
SLOT Z.JonesOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++WLB D.BushShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
---LCB C.ElderShort Zone+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB A.CoffeyDeep Zone+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.ThompsonDeep Zone+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
4-7-HOU30 (1Q: 02:12) Nicolas Fuller punted 51 yards. The ball was downed at the PIT19.
1-10-PIT19 (1Q: 02:01) Clayton Thorson pass was dropped by TE Allen Garrison. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
OFFENSE014t PersonnelDEFENSETrue 34, Dime Personnel, Press-1
QB C.Thorson
***LDE A.KeyRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoPrimary, S Screen (S)+++NT N.ShepherdRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonSecondary, 3 Comeback (9-12)---RDE T.HuffmanRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
SLOT A.SandersOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++WLB K.YoungBlitz Passer+++
SLOT M.WelchOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)---LCB A.BushBump and Run+++
LT K.McGary
+++RCB E.RiveraBump and Run+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++NB J.SmalleyBump and Run+++
C B.Candelaria
+++DB D.NewtonShort Zone+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS J.ReidBump and Run+++
RT T.Pipkins
---FS T.ApkeDouble X(SE)+++
2-10-PIT19 (1Q: 01:52) Butch Esslinger ran around left end for -1 yards. Tackled by ILB Leighton Vander Esch.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB B.EsslingerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
SLOT M.Welch
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushOut of Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeIn Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
3-11-PIT18 (1Q: 01:24) Clayton Thorson pass was thrown incomplete, intended for WR Will Fuller.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB C.Thorson
***LDE A.KeyRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoSecondary, W Wheel (9-18)+++NT N.ShepherdRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++RDE D.FordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerPrimary, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SILB L.Vander EschSpy on QB+++
TE M.CybulskiProtect+++WILB J.SmalleyShort Zone+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB D.NewtonShort Zone+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB E.RiveraDeep Zone+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB K.YoungDeep Zone+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS J.ReidShort Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
4-11-PIT18 (1Q: 01:14) Jake Bailey punted 49 yards. Brayden Robertson returned the kick 6 yards to the HOU39. Tackled by Jared Farr.
1-10-HOU39 (1Q: 01:06) Colt McCoy kept the ball, running around right end for 9 yards. Tackled by S Norm Witt, assisted by CB Christian Thompson. Key block delivered by Jace Barclay.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, I formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.McCoyBall Carrier***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box+++
RB S.Butler
+++MLB R.RaglandIn Box---
SLOT Z.Jones
+++WLB D.BushIn Box---
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
2-1-HOU48 (1Q: 00:25) Brayden Robertson ran inside the right guard for 5 yards. Tackled by DE Jacob Eckman, assisted by ILB Reuben Foster. Key block delivered by Jace Barclay.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Pro formation, ShotgunDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box+++
RB B.RobertsonBall Carrier+++SLB D.BushIn Box+++
FB J.Samuels
+++MLB R.FosterIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++WLB B.DupreeIn Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box---
C H.Grasu
---RCB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
---FS K.DunlapOut of Box+++
Start of second quarter.
1-10-PIT47 (2Q: 15:00) Santiago Butler ran inside the left guard for 1 yard. Tackled by OLB Devin Bush.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box+++
RB S.ButlerBall Carrier+++MLB R.RaglandIn Box+++
SLOT D.Pettis
+++WLB D.BushIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box---
2-9-PIT46 (2Q: 14:25) Colt McCoy pass completed to RB Brayden Robertson for 13 yards. Tackled by DE Marcus Cusano, assisted by ILB Bud Dupree. Robertson gained 12 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Pro formation, ShotgunDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++RDE M.CusanoRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonSecondary, S Screen (S)+++SLB D.BushShort Zone+++
FB J.SamuelsOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++MLB R.FosterShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++WLB B.DupreeBump and Run+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderBump and Run+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.JonesBump and Run---
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttBump and Run+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDouble Z(FL)---
1-10-PIT33 (2Q: 13:45) Colt McCoy pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Michael Egnew. OLB Devin Bush drove right through Seth Morris to hurry the quarterback.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE M.CusanoRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclaySecondary, 8 Post (19-26)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++RDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SLB D.BushBlitz Passer+++
TE M.EgnewPrimary, 1 Out (5-8)+++MLB R.FosterShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
---WLB B.DupreeBump and Run+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderBump and Run+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.JonesBump and Run+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttBump and Run+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
2-10-PIT33 (2Q: 13:41) Brayden Robertson ran around the left tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by DT Vita Vea, assisted by ILB Reggie Ragland.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Pro formation, ShotgunDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box---
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box+++
RB B.RobertsonBall Carrier---SLB D.BushIn Box+++
FB J.Samuels
+++MLB R.RaglandIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++WLB B.DupreeIn Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapOut of Box+++
3-8-PIT31 (2Q: 13:01) Colt McCoy pass completed to WR Adam Thielen for 11 yards. Tackled by S Kenny Dunlap, assisted by OLB Devin Bush. Thielen gained 5 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE203 Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Tampa-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE M.CusanoRush Passer---
X(SE) A.ThielenPrimary, F Flat (0-4)+++3tcDT J.EckmanRush Passer+++
SLOT Z.JonesOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++1tcDT F.DoyleRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, W Wheel (9-18)+++RDE P.EickholtRush Passer---
RB B.RobertsonOutlet, S Screen (S)+++MLB R.MirerDeep Zone+++
FB J.SamuelsSecondary, 1 Out (5-8)+++WLB D.BushShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderMan-to-Man---
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB A.CoffeyMan-to-Man+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.ThompsonShort Zone+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone---
1-10-PIT20 (2Q: 12:15) Santiago Butler ran outside the right tackle for 6 yards. Tackled by CB Christian Thompson, assisted by DE Jacob Eckman. Key block delivered by Hroniss Grasu.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box---
RB S.ButlerBall Carrier+++MLB R.RaglandIn Box+++
SLOT Z.Jones
+++WLB D.BushIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
2-4-PIT14 (2Q: 11:48) Colt McCoy pass completed to WR Zay Jones for 14 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Jones gained 6 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage. Pittsburgh 10, Houston 6
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclaySecondary, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++RDE M.CusanoRush Passer+++
RB S.ButlerOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++MLB R.RaglandDouble Z(FL)+++
SLOT Z.JonesPrimary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++WLB D.BushShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderMan-to-Man+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonMan-to-Man+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesMan-to-Man+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittShort Zone---
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
(2Q: 11:48) Extra point by Reuben Kerney was good. Pittsburgh 10, Houston 7
(2Q: 11:37) Reuben Kerney kicked off 67 yards from the HOU35. Butch Esslinger returned the ball 23 yards to the PIT21. Tackled by Nathan Shepherd.
1-10-PIT21 (2Q: 11:03) James Conner ran inside the right tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by ILB Leighton Vander Esch, assisted by S Cole Porter.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
TE M.Cybulski
+++WILB A.Walker Jr.In Box---
LT K.McGary
---WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
---LCB E.RiveraOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeOut of Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
2-8-PIT23 (2Q: 10:24) Butch Esslinger ran inside the left guard for 17 yards. Tackled by ILB Leighton Vander Esch. Key block delivered by Bernard Candelaria.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box---
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB B.EsslingerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
SLOT M.Welch
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushOut of Box---
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeOut of Box---
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
1-10-PIT40 (2Q: 09:43) Butch Esslinger ran a trap outside the right tackle for 9 yards. Tackled by OLB Jay Smalley. Key block delivered by Bernard Candelaria.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB B.EsslingerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
SLOT M.Welch
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushOut of Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box---
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeIn Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
2-1-PIT49 (2Q: 09:13) Clayton Thorson pass completed to TE Allen Garrison for 9 yards. Tackled by S Cole Porter. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoPrimary, 4 Curl (9-12)+++NT J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonSecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++RDE S.LotuleleiRush Passer---
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB B.EsslingerOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SILB L.Vander EschBlitz Passer---
SLOT M.WelchOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++WLB J.SmalleyShort Zone+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB J.ReidMan-to-Man+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomMan-to-Man+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraShort Zone---
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeDeep Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
1-10-HOU42 (2Q: 08:37) Clayton Thorson pass completed to WR Josiah Castellano for 29 yards. Tackled by OLB Jay Smalley. Castellano gained 24 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoSecondary, 1 Out (5-8)+++NT J.PhillipsRush Passer---
TE A.GarrisonPrimary, S Screen (S)+++RDE A.KeyRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB B.EsslingerProtect+++SILB L.Vander EschBlitz Passer+++
SLOT M.WelchOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++WLB J.SmalleyShort Zone+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB J.ReidMan-to-Man+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomMan-to-Man---
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraShort Zone+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeDeep Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
1-10-HOU13 (2Q: 07:54) Butch Esslinger ran around right end for -3 yards. Tackled by S Cole Porter. OLB Mike Jennings knocked down Trey Pipkins to break up the play.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB B.EsslingerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
SLOT M.Welch
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushOut of Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
---NB E.RiveraOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
---SS T.ApkeIn Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
---FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
2-13-HOU16 (2Q: 07:30) Butch Esslinger ran inside the right tackle for 3 yards. Tackled by OLB Mike Jennings.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE A.KeyIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB B.EsslingerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box---
SLOT M.Welch
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushOut of Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeOut of Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
3-10-HOU13 (2Q: 07:04) Clayton Thorson pass completed to RB James Conner for 6 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by OLB Mike Jennings. Conner gained 6 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE A.KeyRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++NT N.ShepherdRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++RDE D.FordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerSecondary, S Screen (S)+++SILB L.Vander EschShort Zone+++
TE M.CybulskiOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++WILB J.SmalleyDouble X(SE)+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB D.NewtonBlitz Passer---
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB E.RiveraMan-to-Man+++
C B.Candelaria
---RCB K.YoungMan-to-Man+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS J.ReidDeep Zone---
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
4-4-HOU07 (2Q: 06:29) Deron Singleton attempted a 24 yard field goal and succeeded. Pittsburgh 13, Houston 7
(2Q: 06:24) Deron Singleton kicked off 55 yards from the PIT35. Brayden Robertson returned the ball 49 yards to the PIT41. Tackled by Bernard Candelaria.
1-10-PIT41 (2Q: 05:58) Colt McCoy pass completed to WR Zay Jones for 33 yards. Tackled by CB Cyrus Jones. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Jones gained 32 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, I formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayProtect+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++RDE J.SweatRush Passer---
RB S.ButlerSecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++MLB R.RaglandShort Zone+++
SLOT Z.JonesPrimary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++WLB D.BushBlitz Passer---
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderMan-to-Man+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonMan-to-Man+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesShort Zone+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittDeep Zone---
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone---
1-8-PIT08 (2Q: 05:25) Brayden Robertson ran outside the right tackle for 0 yards and was forced out of bounds. Tackled by DT Vita Vea, assisted by DE Jacob Eckman.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box+++
RB B.RobertsonBall Carrier+++SLB D.BushIn Box+++
TE M.Egnew
+++MLB R.FosterIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++WLB B.DupreeIn Box---
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box---
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapOut of Box+++
2-8-PIT08 (2Q: 04:59) Santiago Butler ran outside the right tackle for 0 yards. Tackled by ILB Reggie Ragland. The ball was fumbled and recovered by HOU Santiago Butler to the PIT08.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, I formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box+++
RB S.ButlerBall Carrier+++MLB R.RaglandIn Box+++
SLOT Z.Jones
+++WLB D.BushIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
---RCB C.ThompsonOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
---SS N.WittIn Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
3-8-PIT08 (2Q: 04:20) Colt McCoy pass completed to RB Brayden Robertson for 6 yards. Tackled by CB Amari Coffey.
OFFENSE104 Personnel, I formationDEFENSE43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE M.CusanoRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenPrimary, 1 Out (5-8)---3tcDT F.DoyleRush Passer+++
SLOT Z.JonesOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++RDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonSecondary, F Flat (0-4)+++MLB R.MirerShort Zone+++
SLOT D.PettisOutlet, S Screen (S)+++LCB C.ThompsonMan-to-Man+++
LT S.Morris
+++RCB A.CoffeyMan-to-Man+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++NB C.JonesShort Zone+++
C H.Grasu
+++DB D.BushShort Zone+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
4-2-PIT02 (2Q: 03:54) Reuben Kerney attempted a 19 yard field goal and succeeded. Pittsburgh 13, Houston 10
(2Q: 03:48) Reuben Kerney kicked off 62 yards from the HOU35. Butch Esslinger returned the ball 20 yards to the PIT23. Tackled by Nathan Shepherd. Houston's Santiago Butler was hurt on the play.
1-10-PIT23 (2Q: 03:21) James Conner ran inside the right guard for -2 yards. Tackled by ILB Malik Jefferson.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Pro formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.Thorson
***LDE A.KeyIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
---RDE D.FordIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
FB M.Spencer
+++WILB M.JeffersonIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
---WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB D.NewtonOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeOut of Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
---FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
2-12-PIT21 (2Q: 02:39) James Conner ran a counterplay inside the left tackle for 6 yards. Tackled by S Cole Porter, assisted by S Troy Apke.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box---
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
TE M.Cybulski
+++WILB M.JeffersonIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
---LCB D.NewtonOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeOut of Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
3-6-PIT27 (2Q: 02:01) Clayton Thorson sacked by DE Arden Key and DE Dee Ford for a loss of 8 yards. Sack allowed by Paul Kinney.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE A.KeyRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoOutlet, 9 Fade (27-39)+++NT N.ShepherdRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++RDE D.FordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerPrimary, S Screen (S)+++SILB L.Vander EschDouble X(SE)+++
SLOT M.WelchSecondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18)---WLB J.SmalleyBlitz Passer+++
LT K.McGary
---LCB D.NewtonMan-to-Man+++
LG S.Bernstein
---RCB E.RiveraMan-to-Man+++
C B.Candelaria
---NB K.YoungShort Zone+++
RG P.Kinney
---SS J.ReidDeep Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
---FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
Official time out for the two-minute warning.
4-14-PIT19 (2Q: 01:55) Jake Bailey punted 57 yards. Brayden Robertson returned the kick 0 yards to the HOU24. Tackled by Butch Esslinger.
1-10-HOU24 (2Q: 01:45) Colt McCoy pass completed to RB Brayden Robertson for 20 yards. Tackled by CB Christian Thompson. Robertson gained 5 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, I formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++3tcDT V.VeaRush Passer---
TE J.BarclaySecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++1tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++RDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonPrimary, W Wheel (9-18)+++MLB R.RaglandBlitz Passer+++
SLOT Z.JonesOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++WLB D.BushShort Zone---
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderBump and Run+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonBump and Run+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB A.CoffeyBump and Run+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittBump and Run---
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
1-10-HOU44 (2Q: 01:11) Colt McCoy pass completed to TE Jace Barclay for 18 yards. Tackled by CB Cyrus Jones, assisted by ILB Reggie Ragland. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Strong formation, PistolDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, 9 Fade (27-39)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayPrimary, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++RDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonSecondary, S Screen (S)+++MLB R.RaglandShort Zone+++
SLOT Z.JonesOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++WLB D.BushShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderMan-to-Man+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonMan-to-Man+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesShort Zone+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittDeep Zone---
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
1-10-PIT38 (2Q: 00:47) Colt McCoy pass completed to WR Zay Jones for 2 yards. Tackled by CB Corn Elder.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Strong formation, PistolDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenPrimary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer---
TE J.BarclaySecondary, W Wheel (9-18)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer---
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++RDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++MLB R.RaglandShort Zone+++
SLOT Z.JonesOutlet, S Screen (S)+++WLB D.BushBlitz Passer---
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderMan-to-Man+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonMan-to-Man---
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesShort Zone---
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
Houston called a time out.
2-8-PIT36 (2Q: 00:35) Colt McCoy sacked by ILB Bud Dupree for a loss of 6 yards. Sack allowed by Seth Morris.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenSecondary, S Screen (S)---3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayPrimary, 0 Dig (0-4)---1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)---RDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonOutlet, W Wheel (9-18)+++SLB D.BushShort Zone+++
TE M.EgnewOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++MLB R.FosterBump and Run+++
LT S.Morris
---WLB B.DupreeBlitz Passer+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderBump and Run+++
C H.Grasu
---RCB C.JonesBump and Run+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttBump and Run+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
Houston called a time out.
3-14-PIT42 (2Q: 00:27) Colt McCoy pass completed to FB Jaylen Samuels for 5 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by OLB Devin Bush, assisted by CB Corn Elder.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, I formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4
QB C.McCoy
***LDE M.CusanoRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, S Screen (S)+++3tcDT J.EckmanRush Passer---
TE J.BarclayOutlet, S Screen (S)+++1tcDT F.DoyleRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesSecondary, S Screen (S)+++RDE P.EickholtRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++MLB R.MirerShort Zone---
FB J.SamuelsPrimary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++WLB D.BushShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderShort Zone+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB A.CoffeyDeep Zone+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.ThompsonDeep Zone+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
4-9-PIT37 (2Q: 00:20) Reuben Kerney attempted a 54 yard field goal and succeeded. PENALTY: DE Jacob Eckman of Pittsburgh was called for Roughing the Kicker. The penalty was declined. Houston 13, Pittsburgh 13
(2Q: 00:14) Reuben Kerney kicked off 72 yards from the HOU35. Touchback.
1-10-PIT25 (2Q: 00:14) Clayton Thorson dropped to one knee for -2 yards.
Start of third quarter.
(3Q: 15:00) Deron Singleton kicked off 55 yards from the PIT35. Brayden Robertson returned the ball 20 yards to the HOU30. Tackled by Kaleb McGary.
1-10-HOU30 (3Q: 14:31) Brayden Robertson ran outside the right tackle for 5 yards. Tackled by DT Takkarist McKinley, assisted by ILB Reuben Foster. Key block delivered by Brad McGregor. PENALTY: T Seth Morris of Houston was called for Illegal Use of the Hands.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box+++
RB B.RobertsonBall Carrier+++SLB D.BushIn Box+++
FB J.Samuels
+++MLB R.FosterIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
---WLB B.DupreeIn Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapOut of Box+++
1-20-HOU20 (3Q: 14:24) Colt McCoy pass completed to WR Brian James for 2 yards. Tackled by ILB Reggie Ragland, assisted by CB Corn Elder.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, S Screen (S)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer---
Z(FL) B.JamesSecondary, S Screen (S)+++RDE M.CusanoRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonProtect+++MLB R.RaglandShort Zone---
SLOT Z.JonesPrimary, 7 Corner (19-26)+++WLB D.BushBlitz Passer---
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderMan-to-Man+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonMan-to-Man+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesShort Zone+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
2-18-HOU22 (3Q: 13:40) Colt McCoy pass was blocked at the line, intended for WR Adam Thielen. DT Takkarist McKinley blocked the pass.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenPrimary, S Screen (S)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayProtect+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++RDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonSecondary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++MLB R.RaglandBlitz Passer+++
SLOT Z.JonesOutlet, S Screen (S)+++WLB D.BushShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderBump and Run+++
LG B.Rudebusch
---RCB C.ThompsonBump and Run+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesBump and Run+++
RG B.McGregor
---SS N.WittBump and Run+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
3-18-HOU22 (3Q: 13:36) Colt McCoy pass completed to TE Jace Barclay for 22 yards. Tackled by OLB Devin Bush. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Barclay gained 5 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, I formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4
QB C.McCoy
***LDE M.CusanoRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++3tcDT J.EckmanRush Passer---
TE J.BarclayPrimary, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++RDE P.EickholtRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonProtect+++MLB R.MirerShort Zone+++
SLOT Z.JonesSecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++WLB D.BushShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderShort Zone---
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB A.CoffeyDeep Zone+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.ThompsonDeep Zone+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
1-10-HOU44 (3Q: 13:06) Brayden Robertson ran inside the left guard for 10 yards. Tackled by S Jaquiski Tartt. Key block delivered by Brad McGregor.
OFFENSE203 Personnel, Pro formation, ShotgunDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
SLOT Z.Jones
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box---
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box---
RB B.RobertsonBall Carrier+++MLB R.RaglandIn Box+++
FB J.Samuels
+++WLB D.BushIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittIn Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box---
1-10-PIT46 (3Q: 12:24) Brayden Robertson ran around right end for 9 yards. Tackled by ILB Reggie Ragland, assisted by DT Vita Vea. Key block delivered by Sean Segas.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE M.CusanoIn Box+++
RB B.RobertsonBall Carrier+++MLB R.RaglandIn Box+++
SLOT Z.Jones
+++WLB D.BushIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
2-1-PIT37 (3Q: 11:43) Brayden Robertson ran outside the right tackle for -2 yards. Tackled by S Norm Witt.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
---1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box+++
RB B.RobertsonBall Carrier---MLB R.RaglandIn Box+++
SLOT Z.Jones
+++WLB D.BushIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
---NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
---SS N.WittOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
3-3-PIT39 (3Q: 10:58) Brayden Robertson ran inside the right tackle for -1 yards. Tackled by S Kenny Dunlap.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4
QB C.McCoy
***LDE M.CusanoIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT J.EckmanIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT F.DoyleIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE P.EickholtIn Box+++
RB B.RobertsonBall Carrier+++MLB R.MirerIn Box+++
SLOT Z.Jones
+++WLB D.BushIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB A.CoffeyOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.ThompsonOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapOut of Box+++
4-4-PIT40 (3Q: 10:31) Nicolas Fuller punted 40 yards. Touchback.
1-10-PIT20 (3Q: 10:25) Butch Esslinger ran inside the left tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by DT Jordan Phillips.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Sanders
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box---
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB B.EsslingerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
SLOT M.Welch
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushOut of Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
---NB E.RiveraOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeIn Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
2-8-PIT22 (3Q: 09:54) Clayton Thorson pass completed to TE Malachi Cybulski for 11 yards. Tackled by S Troy Apke.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB C.Thorson
***LDE A.KeyRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoSecondary, S Screen (S)+++NT J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonOutlet, W Wheel (9-18)+++RDE S.LotuleleiRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SILB L.Vander EschShort Zone+++
TE M.CybulskiPrimary, 8 Post (19-26)+++WILB M.JeffersonShort Zone+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB J.SmalleyBlitz Passer+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB D.NewtonBump and Run+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB I.YiadomBump and Run---
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeBump and Run+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone---
1-10-PIT33 (3Q: 09:15) James Conner ran around right end for -8 yards. Tackled by OLB Mike Jennings. ILB Leighton Vander Esch knocked down Paul Kinney to break up the play.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Pro formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier---SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
FB M.Spencer
+++WILB M.JeffersonIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
---LCB D.NewtonOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
---RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
---SS T.ApkeOut of Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
2-18-PIT25 (3Q: 08:50) James Conner ran inside the right guard for -3 yards. Tackled by ILB Anthony Walker Jr., assisted by ILB Leighton Vander Esch.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB C.Thorson
***LDE A.KeyIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
TE M.Cybulski
---WILB A.Walker Jr.In Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB D.NewtonOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB E.RiveraOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeIn Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
3-21-PIT22 (3Q: 08:08) PENALTY: OLB Jay Smalley of Houston was called for Encroachment.
3-16-PIT27 (3Q: 08:02) Clayton Thorson pass was thrown incomplete, intended for TE Malachi Cybulski.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB C.Thorson
***LDE A.KeyRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoSecondary, S Screen (S)+++NT N.ShepherdRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonOutlet, W Wheel (9-18)+++RDE D.FordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SILB L.Vander EschSpy on QB+++
TE M.CybulskiPrimary, 8 Post (19-26)+++WILB J.SmalleyShort Zone+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB I.YiadomShort Zone+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB E.RiveraDeep Zone+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB K.YoungDeep Zone+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS J.ReidShort Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
4-16-PIT27 (3Q: 07:55) Jake Bailey punted 45 yards. Brayden Robertson returned the kick 4 yards to the HOU32. Tackled by Bernard Candelaria.
1-10-HOU32 (3Q: 07:48) Colt McCoy pass completed to WR Adam Thielen for 4 yards. Tackled by CB Cyrus Jones. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Pro formation, ShotgunDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer---
TE J.BarclayOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++RDE J.SweatRush Passer---
RB B.RobertsonSecondary, S Screen (S)+++SLB D.BushShort Zone+++
FB J.SamuelsOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++MLB R.FosterShort Zone---
LT S.Morris
+++WLB B.DupreeBump and Run+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderBump and Run+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.JonesBump and Run+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttBump and Run+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDouble Z(FL)+++
2-6-HOU36 (3Q: 07:20) Colt McCoy pass completed to TE Michael Egnew for 3 yards. Tackled by ILB Bud Dupree.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Tampa-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclaySecondary, 8 Post (19-26)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++RDE J.SweatRush Passer---
RB B.RobertsonOutlet, S Screen (S)---SLB D.BushShort Zone+++
TE M.EgnewPrimary, 1 Out (5-8)+++MLB R.FosterDeep Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++WLB B.DupreeShort Zone+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderMan-to-Man+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.JonesMan-to-Man+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
3-3-HOU39 (3Q: 06:46) Colt McCoy pass completed to TE Jace Barclay for 18 yards. Tackled by ILB Bud Dupree. Barclay gained 9 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Strong formation, PistolDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-4
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer---
X(SE) A.ThielenPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclaySecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer---
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 9 Fade (27-39)+++RDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++SLB D.BushShort Zone+++
TE M.EgnewOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++MLB R.FosterShort Zone---
LT S.Morris
+++WLB B.DupreeShort Zone+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderDeep Zone+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.JonesDeep Zone+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
1-10-PIT43 (3Q: 06:03) Colt McCoy kept the ball, running outside the right tackle for 5 yards. Tackled by OLB Devin Bush, assisted by ILB Reuben Foster. Key block delivered by Brad McGregor.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Tampa-2
QB C.McCoyBall Carrier***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box---
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box+++
RB B.Robertson
+++SLB D.BushIn Box+++
TE M.Egnew
+++MLB R.FosterIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++WLB B.DupreeIn Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapOut of Box+++
2-5-PIT38 (3Q: 05:18) Colt McCoy pass completed to WR Adam Thielen for 10 yards. Tackled by ILB Reuben Foster.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Tampa-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenPrimary, 1 Out (5-8)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayProtect+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++RDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonSecondary, S Screen (S)+++SLB D.BushShort Zone---
TE M.EgnewProtect+++MLB R.FosterDeep Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++WLB B.DupreeShort Zone+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderMan-to-Man+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.JonesMan-to-Man+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
1-10-PIT28 (3Q: 04:53) Brayden Robertson ran inside the right guard for 7 yards. Tackled by ILB Reggie Ragland. Key block delivered by Brad McGregor.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box---
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box+++
RB B.RobertsonBall Carrier+++MLB R.RaglandIn Box+++
SLOT Z.Jones
+++WLB D.BushIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB A.CoffeyOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
---FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
2-3-PIT21 (3Q: 04:16) Brayden Robertson ran inside the right tackle for 2 yards. Tackled by DE Jacob Eckman, assisted by CB Corn Elder.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box+++
RB B.RobertsonBall Carrier+++MLB R.RaglandIn Box+++
SLOT Z.Jones
+++WLB D.BushIn Box---
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
---RCB C.ThompsonOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box---
3-1-PIT19 (3Q: 03:51) Brayden Robertson ran inside the right guard for 17 yards. Tackled by S Jaquiski Tartt, assisted by ILB Reggie Ragland. Key block delivered by Hroniss Grasu.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Man to Man
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.SweatIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE J.EckmanIn Box---
RB B.RobertsonBall Carrier+++MLB J.FarrIn Box+++
SLOT Z.Jones
+++WLB R.RaglandIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB B.DupreeOut of Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB A.CoffeyOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.ElderOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box---
RT S.Segas
+++FS N.WittOut of Box---
1-2-PIT02 (3Q: 03:18) Colt McCoy scrambled for -2 yards. Tackled by DE Marcus Cusano and assisted by DE Jacob Eckman.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenPrimary, 1 Out (5-8)---3tcDT M.CusanoRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayProtect---1tcDT F.DoyleRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++RDE V.VeaRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonSecondary, S Screen (S)+++SLB J.EckmanShort Zone+++
TE M.EgnewProtect+++MLB J.FarrBlitz Passer+++
LT S.Morris
+++WLB R.RaglandBump and Run+++
LG B.Rudebusch
---LCB B.DupreeBump and Run+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.ThompsonBump and Run+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS C.ElderBump and Run+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
2-4-PIT04 (3Q: 02:40) Brian James ran a reverse around left end for 4 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Key block delivered by Hroniss Grasu. Houston 19, Pittsburgh 13
OFFENSE014 PersonnelDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.JamesBall Carrier+++RDE J.SweatIn Box+++
SLOT Z.Jones
+++MLB R.RaglandIn Box---
SLOT D.Pettis
+++WLB D.BushIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ThompsonOut of Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB A.CoffeyOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
(3Q: 02:40) Extra point by Reuben Kerney was good. Houston 20, Pittsburgh 13
(3Q: 02:34) Reuben Kerney kicked off 71 yards from the HOU35. Touchback.
1-10-PIT25 (3Q: 02:34) James Conner ran around the left tackle for 25 yards. Tackled by S Cole Porter. Key block delivered by Sean Bernstein.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Pro formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box---
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
FB M.Spencer
+++WILB M.JeffersonIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box---
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB D.NewtonOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeOut of Box---
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
1-10-HOU50 (3Q: 02:05) Clayton Thorson pass completed to WR Josiah Castellano for 6 yards. Tackled by S Troy Apke. Castellano gained 1 yard after the catch. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoPrimary, S Screen (S)+++NT J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++RDE A.KeyRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerSecondary, 1 Out (5-8)+++SILB L.Vander EschShort Zone+++
FB M.SpencerOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++WILB A.Walker Jr.Bump and Run+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB J.SmalleyBlitz Passer+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB E.RiveraBump and Run+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB I.YiadomBump and Run+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeBump and Run+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDouble X(SE)+++
2-4-HOU44 (3Q: 01:18) Butch Esslinger ran around right end for -6 yards. Tackled by S Troy Apke.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB B.EsslingerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
FB M.Spencer
+++WILB M.JeffersonIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB D.NewtonOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeOut of Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
3-10-HOU50 (3Q: 00:50) Clayton Thorson pass completed to WR Will Fuller for 4 yards. Tackled by S Justin Reid, assisted by OLB Jay Smalley.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE A.KeyRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoSecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++NT N.ShepherdRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonPrimary, W Wheel (9-18)+++RDE D.FordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerProtect+++SILB L.Vander EschBlitz Passer+++
FB M.SpencerOutlet, S Screen (S)---WILB J.SmalleyShort Zone+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB I.YiadomBlitz Passer---
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB E.RiveraBump and Run+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB K.YoungBump and Run+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS J.ReidDeep Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
4-6-HOU46 (3Q: 00:21) Jake Bailey punted 39 yards. The ball was downed at the HOU07.
1-10-HOU07 (3Q: 00:13) Brayden Robertson ran inside the right guard for 0 yards. Tackled by CB Corn Elder.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE M.CusanoIn Box+++
RB B.RobertsonBall Carrier+++MLB R.RaglandIn Box+++
SLOT D.Pettis
+++WLB D.BushIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
Start of fourth quarter.
2-10-HOU07 (4Q: 15:00) Colt McCoy pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Zay Jones. DT Vita Vea simply tossed Seth Morris aside to reach the quarterback and hurry the throw.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesSecondary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++RDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonOutlet, W Wheel (9-18)+++MLB R.RaglandShort Zone+++
SLOT Z.JonesOutlet, W Wheel (9-18)+++WLB D.BushBlitz Passer+++
LT S.Morris
---LCB C.ElderBump and Run+++
LG B.Rudebusch
---RCB C.ThompsonBump and Run+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesBump and Run+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittBump and Run+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
3-10-HOU07 (4Q: 14:51) Colt McCoy pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Jace Barclay. DE Marcus Cusano hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
OFFENSE230 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE M.CusanoRush Passer+++
TE M.EgnewSecondary, 8 Post (19-26)+++3tcDT J.EckmanRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayPrimary, 9 Fade (27-39)+++1tcDT F.DoyleRush Passer+++
TE L.ShannonProtect+++RDE P.EickholtRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SLB R.MirerShort Zone+++
FB J.SamuelsOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++MLB D.BushShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++WLB C.ElderBump and Run+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ThompsonBump and Run+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB A.CoffeyBump and Run+++
RG B.McGregor
---SS J.TarttBump and Run+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
4-10-HOU07 (4Q: 14:43) Nicolas Fuller punted 53 yards. Patrick Sinclair returned the kick 7 yards to the PIT47. Tackled by Mike Jennings.
1-10-PIT47 (4Q: 14:36) Butch Esslinger ran inside the right tackle for 11 yards. Tackled by ILB Leighton Vander Esch, assisted by OLB Jay Smalley. Key block delivered by Bernard Candelaria.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box---
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB B.EsslingerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box---
SLOT M.Welch
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushOut of Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeOut of Box---
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
1-10-HOU42 (4Q: 14:12) Play-Action. Clayton Thorson pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Mackenzie Welch. DE Arden Key hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++NT J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++RDE A.KeyRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerSecondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB B.EsslingerProtect+++SILB L.Vander EschShort Zone+++
SLOT M.WelchPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++WLB J.SmalleyBlitz Passer+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushBump and Run+++
LG S.Bernstein
---RCB I.YiadomBump and Run+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraBump and Run+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeShort Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
2-10-HOU42 (4Q: 14:05) Butch Esslinger ran inside the right tackle for 3 yards. Tackled by S Cole Porter.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box---
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box---
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB B.EsslingerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
SLOT M.Welch
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
---LCB A.BushOut of Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeIn Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
3-7-HOU39 (4Q: 13:42) Clayton Thorson sacked by DE Arden Key for a loss of 5 yards. Sack allowed by Sean Bernstein.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Pro formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE A.KeyRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)---NT N.ShepherdRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonOutlet, S Screen (S)+++RDE D.FordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerPrimary, S Screen (S)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerSecondary, 4 Curl (9-12)---SILB L.Vander EschBlitz Passer+++
FB M.SpencerProtect+++WILB J.SmalleyShort Zone+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB I.YiadomBlitz Passer+++
LG S.Bernstein
---LCB E.RiveraBump and Run+++
C B.Candelaria
---RCB K.YoungBump and Run+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS J.ReidDeep Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
4-12-HOU44 (4Q: 13:01) Jake Bailey punted 44 yards. Touchback.
1-10-HOU20 (4Q: 12:54) Colt McCoy pass completed to WR Brian James for 4 yards. Tackled by CB Christian Thompson, assisted by ILB Reggie Ragland. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. The ball was fumbled and recovered by PIT Reggie Ragland for 5 yards to the HOU19.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formation, PistolDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE M.CusanoRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayOutlet, 9 Fade (27-39)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)---RDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonSecondary, 1 Out (5-8)+++MLB R.RaglandShort Zone+++
SLOT Z.JonesOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++WLB D.BushBlitz Passer+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderBump and Run+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonBump and Run+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesBump and Run---
RG B.McGregor
---SS N.WittBump and Run+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
1-10-HOU19 (4Q: 12:43) Butch Esslinger ran around the left tackle for 3 yards. Tackled by S Cole Porter, assisted by CB Erik Rivera.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB B.EsslingerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
SLOT M.Welch
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushOut of Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeIn Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
2-7-HOU16 (4Q: 12:04) Clayton Thorson pass completed to WR Mackenzie Welch for 11 yards. Tackled by ILB Leighton Vander Esch. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. The ball was fumbled and recovered by PIT Josiah Castellano on the HOU05.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Strong formation, PistolDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoPrimary, 1 Out (5-8)+++NT J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonProtect+++RDE S.LotuleleiRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB B.EsslingerSecondary, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++SILB L.Vander EschShort Zone+++
SLOT M.WelchOutlet, 6 Deep In (13-18)---WLB J.SmalleyShort Zone+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushBump and Run+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomBump and Run+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraShort Zone+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeDeep Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
1-5-HOU05 (4Q: 11:17) James Conner ran inside the right guard for 5 yards and a TOUCHDOWN! Key block delivered by Paul Kinney. Houston 20, Pittsburgh 19
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
X(SE) J.Castellano
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE A.KeyIn Box+++
Z(FL) W.Fuller
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier+++SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
FB M.Spencer
+++WILB M.JeffersonIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB D.NewtonOut of Box---
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB E.RiveraOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeOut of Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
(4Q: 11:17) Extra point by Deron Singleton was good. Houston 20, Pittsburgh 20
(4Q: 11:11) Deron Singleton kicked off 57 yards from the PIT35. Brayden Robertson returned the ball 33 yards to the HOU41. Tackled by Kaleb McGary.
1-10-HOU41 (4Q: 10:39) Colt McCoy pass was thrown incomplete, intended for WR Adam Thielen. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage. PENALTY: DT Vita Vea of Pittsburgh was called for Offsides.
OFFENSE203 Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1, Buzz
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenPrimary, F Flat (0-4)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
SLOT Z.JonesOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer---
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, W Wheel (9-18)+++RDE M.CusanoRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonOutlet, S Screen (S)+++MLB R.RaglandShort Zone+++
FB J.SamuelsSecondary, 1 Out (5-8)+++WLB D.BushShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderMan-to-Man+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonMan-to-Man+++
C H.Grasu
---NB C.JonesMan-to-Man+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittDouble Z(FL)+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
1-5-HOU46 (4Q: 10:32) Brayden Robertson ran inside the left tackle for 4 yards. Tackled by OLB Devin Bush.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Tampa-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box---
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box---
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box---
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box+++
RB B.RobertsonBall Carrier+++SLB D.BushIn Box+++
TE M.Egnew
+++MLB R.FosterIn Box---
LT S.Morris
+++WLB B.DupreeIn Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapOut of Box+++
2-1-HOU50 (4Q: 10:02) Colt McCoy pass completed to TE Jace Barclay for 12 yards. Tackled by S Norm Witt, assisted by S Jaquiski Tartt. Barclay gained 1 yard after the catch. PENALTY: T Seth Morris of Houston was called for Offensive Holding.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Strong formation, PistolDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenPrimary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclaySecondary, W Wheel (9-18)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer---
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++RDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++MLB R.RaglandShort Zone+++
SLOT D.PettisOutlet, S Screen (S)+++WLB D.BushBlitz Passer+++
LT S.Morris
---LCB C.ElderMan-to-Man---
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonMan-to-Man---
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesShort Zone+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
2-11-HOU40 (4Q: 09:54) Colt McCoy pass was blocked at the line, intended for FB Jaylen Samuels. DT Takkarist McKinley blocked the pass.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, I formationDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, S Screen (S)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayOutlet, S Screen (S)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesSecondary, S Screen (S)+++RDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++SLB D.BushShort Zone+++
FB J.SamuelsPrimary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++MLB R.FosterBlitz Passer+++
LT S.Morris
+++WLB B.DupreeBump and Run+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderBump and Run+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.JonesBump and Run+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttBump and Run+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
3-11-HOU40 (4Q: 09:49) Colt McCoy pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Dante Pettis. DT Vita Vea drove right through Billy Rudebusch to hurry the quarterback.
OFFENSE014t PersonnelDEFENSE43 Over, Dime Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE M.CusanoRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++3tcDT F.DoyleRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayOutlet, F Flat (0-4)---1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++RDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
SLOT Z.JonesSecondary, 4 Curl (9-12)+++MLB R.MirerShort Zone+++
SLOT D.PettisPrimary, 8 Post (19-26)+++LCB C.ElderMan-to-Man+++
LT S.Morris
+++RCB A.CoffeyMan-to-Man+++
LG B.Rudebusch
---NB C.JonesShort Zone+++
C H.Grasu
+++DB D.BushShort Zone+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
4-11-HOU40 (4Q: 09:39) Nicolas Fuller punted 52 yards. Patrick Sinclair returned the kick 13 yards to the PIT21. Tackled by Billy Rudebusch.
1-10-PIT21 (4Q: 09:28) Clayton Thorson pass was dropped by TE Allen Garrison. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
OFFENSE131 Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-1
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordRush Passer+++
TE M.CybulskiOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++NT J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)---RDE S.LotuleleiRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerPrimary, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerSecondary, W Wheel (9-18)---SILB L.Vander EschShort Zone+++
TE J.GargacOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++WILB M.JeffersonMan-to-Man+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB J.SmalleyBlitz Passer+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB D.NewtonMan-to-Man+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB I.YiadomMan-to-Man+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeMan-to-Man+++
RT T.Pipkins
---FS C.PorterDouble TE+++
2-10-PIT21 (4Q: 09:24) Play-Action. Clayton Thorson scrambled for 6 yards. Tackled by CB Dakota Newton.
OFFENSE104 Personnel, Strong formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Dime Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE A.KeyRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoPrimary, S Screen (S)---NT N.ShepherdRush Passer+++
SLOT A.SandersOutlet, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++RDE T.HuffmanRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 7 Corner (19-26)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerSecondary, S Screen (S)+++WLB K.YoungBlitz Passer+++
SLOT M.WelchOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++LCB A.BushMan-to-Man+++
LT K.McGary
+++RCB E.RiveraMan-to-Man+++
LG S.Bernstein
---NB J.SmalleyDouble X(SE)+++
C B.Candelaria
+++DB D.NewtonShort Zone+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS J.ReidDeep Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS T.ApkeDeep Zone+++
3-4-PIT27 (4Q: 08:49) Clayton Thorson pass was blocked at the line, intended for RB James Conner. DE Arden Key blocked the pass.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Cover-3 Sky
QB C.Thorson
***LDE A.KeyRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++NT N.ShepherdRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonOutlet, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++RDE D.FordRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 9 Fade (27-39)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SILB L.Vander EschSpy on QB+++
TE M.CybulskiSecondary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++WILB J.SmalleyShort Zone+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB D.NewtonShort Zone+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB E.RiveraDeep Zone+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB K.YoungDeep Zone+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS J.ReidShort Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
---FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
4-4-PIT27 (4Q: 08:44) Jake Bailey punted 50 yards. Brayden Robertson returned the kick 5 yards to the HOU28. Tackled by Bernard Candelaria.
1-10-HOU28 (4Q: 08:33) Colt McCoy kept the ball, running inside the right tackle for -3 yards. Tackled by CB Corn Elder.
OFFENSE014 PersonnelDEFENSE43 Over, Dime Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoyBall Carrier***LDE M.CusanoIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT F.DoyleIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
SLOT Z.Jones
+++MLB R.MirerIn Box+++
SLOT D.Pettis
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++RCB A.CoffeyOut of Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++DB D.BushOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapOut of Box+++
2-13-HOU25 (4Q: 08:00) Brayden Robertson ran a trap outside the right tackle for 0 yards. Tackled by ILB Reuben Foster, assisted by DT Takkarist McKinley. The defense looked very familiar with that play.
OFFENSE221 Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
TE M.Egnew
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) A.Thielen
+++RDE M.CusanoIn Box+++
RB B.RobertsonBall Carrier+++SLB D.BushIn Box---
FB J.Samuels
+++MLB R.FosterIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++WLB B.DupreeIn Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
---RCB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapOut of Box+++
3-13-HOU25 (4Q: 07:23) Colt McCoy pass completed to RB Brayden Robertson for 21 yards. Tackled by CB Christian Thompson, assisted by DE Paul Eickholt. Robertson gained 21 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4
QB C.McCoy
***LDE M.CusanoRush Passer---
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++3tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++1tcDT F.DoyleRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesSecondary, F Flat (0-4)+++RDE P.EickholtRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonPrimary, S Screen (S)+++MLB R.MirerShort Zone+++
SLOT Z.JonesOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++WLB D.BushShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderShort Zone+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB A.CoffeyDeep Zone+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.ThompsonDeep Zone+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
1-10-HOU46 (4Q: 06:39) Brayden Robertson ran outside the right tackle for -4 yards. Tackled by ILB Reggie Ragland, assisted by DT Takkarist McKinley.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
X(SE) A.Thielen
+++3tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
Z(FL) B.James
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box+++
RB B.RobertsonBall Carrier---MLB R.RaglandIn Box+++
SLOT Z.Jones
+++WLB D.BushIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
---LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
---SS N.WittOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
---FS J.TarttOut of Box+++
2-14-HOU42 (4Q: 06:03) PENALTY: T Seth Morris of Houston was called for a False Start.
2-19-HOU37 (4Q: 05:55) Colt McCoy pass completed to WR Zay Jones for 15 yards. Tackled by CB Corn Elder.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, S Screen (S)---3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesSecondary, S Screen (S)---RDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonProtect+++MLB R.RaglandShort Zone---
SLOT Z.JonesPrimary, 7 Corner (19-26)+++WLB D.BushBlitz Passer+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderBump and Run+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonBump and Run+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.JonesBump and Run+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS N.WittBump and Run+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
3-4-PIT48 (4Q: 05:27) Colt McCoy pass completed to WR Brian James for 12 yards. Tackled by OLB Rod Mirer. James gained 1 yard after the catch.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-4
QB C.McCoy
***LDE M.CusanoRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++3tcDT J.EckmanRush Passer---
TE J.BarclayOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++1tcDT F.DoyleRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++RDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++SLB R.MirerShort Zone+++
TE M.EgnewSecondary, S Screen (S)+++MLB D.BushShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++WLB A.CoffeyShort Zone+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.JonesDeep Zone---
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.ThompsonDeep Zone+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
1-10-PIT36 (4Q: 04:56) Colt McCoy pass fell incomplete, intended for TE Jace Barclay. OLB Devin Bush knocked the ball out of his grasp.
OFFENSE230 Personnel, Weak formationDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
TE M.EgnewSecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayPrimary, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
TE L.ShannonOutlet, 9 Fade (27-39)+++RDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonOutlet, S Screen (S)+++SLB D.BushShort Zone+++
FB J.SamuelsOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++MLB R.FosterShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++WLB B.DupreeBump and Run+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderBump and Run+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.JonesBump and Run+++
RG B.McGregor
---SS J.TarttBump and Run+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
2-10-PIT36 (4Q: 04:50) Brayden Robertson ran inside the left guard for 3 yards. Tackled by DT Takkarist McKinley, assisted by DT Vita Vea.
OFFENSE221 Personnel, Pro formation, PistolDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanIn Box+++
TE M.Egnew
+++3tcDT T.McKinleyIn Box+++
TE J.Barclay
+++1tcDT V.VeaIn Box+++
Z(FL) A.Thielen
+++RDE J.SweatIn Box---
RB B.RobertsonBall Carrier---SLB D.BushIn Box+++
FB J.Samuels
+++MLB R.FosterIn Box+++
LT S.Morris
+++WLB B.DupreeIn Box+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderOut of Box+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.JonesOut of Box+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttOut of Box+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapOut of Box+++
3-7-PIT33 (4Q: 04:22) Colt McCoy pass completed to TE Jace Barclay for 2 yards. The receiver went out of bounds. Tackled by CB Amari Coffey. Barclay gained 2 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, I formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Cover-4
QB C.McCoy
***LDE M.CusanoRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenSecondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++3tcDT J.EckmanRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayPrimary, S Screen (S)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer---
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++RDE P.EickholtRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonOutlet, S Screen (S)+++MLB R.MirerShort Zone---
SLOT Z.JonesOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++WLB D.BushShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderShort Zone+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB A.CoffeyDeep Zone+++
C H.Grasu
+++NB C.ThompsonDeep Zone+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
4-5-PIT31 (4Q: 04:13) Reuben Kerney attempted a 48 yard field goal and missed short of the crossbar.
1-10-PIT38 (4Q: 04:07) James Conner ran inside the right tackle for -4 yards. Tackled by OLB Jay Smalley.
OFFENSE230 Personnel, Pro formation, ShotgunDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordIn Box+++
TE M.Cybulski
+++NT J.PhillipsIn Box+++
TE A.Garrison
+++RDE S.LotuleleiIn Box+++
TE J.Gargac
+++SLB M.JenningsIn Box+++
RB J.ConnerBall Carrier---SILB L.Vander EschIn Box+++
FB M.Spencer
---WILB M.JeffersonIn Box+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB J.SmalleyIn Box+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB D.NewtonOut of Box+++
C B.Candelaria
---RCB I.YiadomOut of Box+++
RG P.Kinney
---SS T.ApkeOut of Box+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterOut of Box+++
2-14-PIT34 (4Q: 03:42) Clayton Thorson pass was blocked at the line, intended for RB Butch Esslinger. DT Nathan Shepherd blocked the pass. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoSecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++NT N.ShepherdRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonProtect+++RDE A.KeyRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB B.EsslingerPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)---SILB L.Vander EschShort Zone+++
SLOT M.WelchOutlet, S Screen (S)+++WLB J.SmalleyBlitz Passer+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushMan-to-Man+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomMan-to-Man+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraShort Zone+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeDeep Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDouble X(SE)+++
3-14-PIT34 (4Q: 03:38) Clayton Thorson pass completed to TE Allen Garrison for 11 yards. Tackled by OLB Kenny Young. Garrison gained 1 yard after the catch.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE A.KeyRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoSecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++NT N.ShepherdRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonPrimary, W Wheel (9-18)+++RDE D.FordRush Passer---
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerProtect+++SILB L.Vander EschBlitz Passer+++
FB M.SpencerOutlet, S Screen (S)+++WILB J.SmalleyShort Zone+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB D.NewtonBlitz Passer---
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB E.RiveraBump and Run+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB K.YoungBump and Run+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS J.ReidDeep Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
4-3-PIT45 (4Q: 03:18) Jake Bailey punted 50 yards. Brayden Robertson returned the kick 11 yards to the HOU16. Tackled by Bernard Candelaria.
1-10-HOU16 (4Q: 03:11) Colt McCoy pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Adam Thielen. DT Takkarist McKinley hurried the quarterback into a bad throw.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Strong formation, PistolDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenPrimary, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayOutlet, W Wheel (9-18)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++RDE M.CusanoRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonSecondary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++SLB D.BushShort Zone+++
TE M.EgnewProtect+++MLB R.FosterBump and Run+++
LT S.Morris
+++WLB B.DupreeBlitz Passer+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB C.ElderBump and Run+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.JonesBump and Run+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttBump and Run+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
2-10-HOU16 (4Q: 03:02) Colt McCoy sacked by DE Jacob Eckman for a loss of 3 yards. Sack allowed by Brad McGregor.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSE43 Over, Nickel Personnel, Press-1
QB C.McCoy
***LDE J.EckmanRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++3tcDT T.McKinleyRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer+++
Z(FL) B.JamesOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++RDE J.SweatRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonSecondary, 0 Dig (0-4)+++MLB R.RaglandShort Zone+++
SLOT Z.JonesPrimary, 1 Out (5-8)---WLB D.BushBlitz Passer+++
LT S.Morris
+++LCB C.ElderBump and Run+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++RCB C.ThompsonBump and Run+++
C H.Grasu
---NB C.JonesBump and Run+++
RG B.McGregor
---SS N.WittBump and Run+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
3-13-HOU13 (4Q: 02:36) Colt McCoy pass completed to WR Brian James for 12 yards. Tackled by CB Amari Coffey, assisted by CB Christian Thompson. James gained 6 yards after the catch.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, Weak formation, ShotgunDEFENSE43 Over, Regular Personnel, Cover-4
QB C.McCoy
***LDE M.CusanoRush Passer+++
X(SE) A.ThielenOutlet, F Flat (0-4)+++3tcDT J.EckmanRush Passer+++
TE J.BarclayOutlet, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++1tcDT V.VeaRush Passer---
Z(FL) B.JamesPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++RDE P.EickholtRush Passer+++
RB B.RobertsonOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++SLB R.MirerShort Zone+++
TE M.EgnewSecondary, S Screen (S)+++MLB D.BushShort Zone+++
LT S.Morris
+++WLB C.ElderShort Zone+++
LG B.Rudebusch
+++LCB A.CoffeyDeep Zone+++
C H.Grasu
+++RCB C.ThompsonDeep Zone+++
RG B.McGregor
+++SS J.TarttDeep Zone+++
RT S.Segas
+++FS K.DunlapDeep Zone+++
4-1-HOU25 (4Q: 02:10) Nicolas Fuller punted 54 yards. Patrick Sinclair returned the kick 7 yards to the PIT28. Tackled by Mike Jennings.
Official time out for the two-minute warning.
1-10-PIT28 (4Q: 02:00) Clayton Thorson pass completed to FB Mitch Spencer for 4 yards. Tackled by S Cole Porter. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
OFFENSE221 Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-1
QB C.Thorson
***LDE A.KeyRush Passer---
TE M.CybulskiOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++NT J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++RDE S.LotuleleiRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerPrimary, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++SLB M.JenningsDouble TE+++
RB J.ConnerProtect+++SILB L.Vander EschShort Zone+++
FB M.SpencerSecondary, F Flat (0-4)+++WLB J.SmalleyBlitz Passer+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushMan-to-Man+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomMan-to-Man---
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraMan-to-Man+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeMan-to-Man---
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
2-6-PIT32 (4Q: 01:39) Clayton Thorson pass completed to WR Will Fuller for 19 yards. Tackled by OLB Mike Jennings.
OFFENSE122 Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE A.KeyRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoSecondary, S Screen (S)+++NT N.ShepherdRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonPrimary, 1 Out (5-8)+++RDE S.LotuleleiRush Passer---
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone---
RB J.ConnerOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++SILB L.Vander EschShort Zone+++
TE M.CybulskiOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++WLB J.SmalleyBlitz Passer+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushMan-to-Man+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomMan-to-Man+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraShort Zone+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeDeep Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
1-10-HOU49 (4Q: 01:19) Clayton Thorson pass completed to TE Allen Garrison for 14 yards. Tackled by OLB Mike Jennings. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. PENALTY: WR Will Fuller of Pittsburgh was called for Offensive Pass Interference.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Strong formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Press-1, Buzz
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoOutlet, 4 Curl (9-12)+++NT N.ShepherdRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonPrimary, 6 Deep In (13-18)+++RDE S.LotuleleiRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)---SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB B.EsslingerProtect+++SILB L.Vander EschBlitz Passer+++
SLOT M.WelchSecondary, S Screen (S)+++WLB J.SmalleyShort Zone+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushBump and Run+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomBump and Run+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraBump and Run+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeShort Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone---
1-20-PIT41 (4Q: 01:10) Clayton Thorson pass completed to TE Allen Garrison for 31 yards. Tackled by S Troy Apke. Garrison gained 21 yards after the catch. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordRush Passer---
X(SE) J.CastellanoPrimary, W Wheel (9-18)+++NT J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonOutlet, 2 Slant (5-8)+++RDE S.LotuleleiRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB B.EsslingerSecondary, S Screen (S)+++SILB L.Vander EschShort Zone+++
SLOT M.WelchOutlet, S Screen (S)+++WLB J.SmalleyBlitz Passer---
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushMan-to-Man+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomMan-to-Man+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraDouble X(SE)+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeDeep Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
1-10-HOU28 (4Q: 00:47) Clayton Thorson pass completed to TE Allen Garrison for 17 yards. Tackled by CB Isaac Yiadom. The receiver ran his route right over the middle of the field. Garrison gained 4 yards after the catch. PENALTY: CB Alvin Bush of Houston was called for Illegal Contact. The penalty was declined.
OFFENSE113t Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoOutlet, 0 Dig (0-4)+++NT J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonPrimary, 4 Curl (9-12)+++RDE S.LotuleleiRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerSecondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB B.EsslingerOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++SILB L.Vander EschShort Zone---
SLOT A.SandersOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++WLB J.SmalleyBlitz Passer+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB A.BushMan-to-Man+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB I.YiadomMan-to-Man+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB E.RiveraShort Zone+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeDeep Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
1-10-HOU11 (4Q: 00:40) Clayton Thorson pass was dropped by TE Allen Garrison. The quarterback threw away from the double coverage.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, Pro formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoSecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++NT J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonPrimary, W Wheel (9-18)---RDE S.LotuleleiRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerProtect+++SILB L.Vander EschShort Zone+++
FB M.SpencerOutlet, S Screen (S)+++WILB M.JeffersonBlitz Passer+++
LT K.McGary
+++WLB J.SmalleyBump and Run+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB D.NewtonBump and Run+++
C B.Candelaria
+++RCB I.YiadomBump and Run+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeBump and Run+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDouble X(SE)+++
2-10-HOU11 (4Q: 00:32) Clayton Thorson pass fell incomplete, intended for WR Josiah Castellano. ILB Malik Jefferson knocked the ball out of his grasp. The quarterback threw into double coverage.
OFFENSE212 Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Regular Personnel, Press-1
QB C.Thorson
***LDE D.FordRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoPrimary, 4 Curl (9-12)+++NT J.PhillipsRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonProtect+++RDE S.LotuleleiRush Passer+++
Z(FL) W.FullerSecondary, 5 Deep Out (13-18)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerOutlet, 1 Out (5-8)---SILB L.Vander EschShort Zone+++
FB M.SpencerOutlet, 3 Comeback (9-12)+++WILB M.JeffersonBump and Run+++
LT K.McGary
---WLB J.SmalleyBlitz Passer+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++LCB E.RiveraBump and Run+++
C B.Candelaria
---RCB I.YiadomBump and Run+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS T.ApkeBump and Run+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDouble X(SE)+++
3-10-HOU11 (4Q: 00:24) Clayton Thorson pass completed to RB James Conner for 9 yards. Tackled by OLB Kenny Young, assisted by OLB Mike Jennings.
OFFENSE113 Personnel, I formationDEFENSETrue 34, Nickel Personnel, Cover-2
QB C.Thorson
***LDE A.KeyRush Passer+++
X(SE) J.CastellanoSecondary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++NT N.ShepherdRush Passer+++
TE A.GarrisonProtect+++RDE D.FordRush Passer---
Z(FL) W.FullerOutlet, 8 Post (19-26)+++SLB M.JenningsShort Zone+++
RB J.ConnerPrimary, 2 Slant (5-8)+++SILB L.Vander EschShort Zone+++
SLOT M.WelchOutlet, S Screen (S)+++WLB J.SmalleyBlitz Passer+++
LT K.McGary
+++LCB D.NewtonMan-to-Man+++
LG S.Bernstein
+++RCB E.RiveraMan-to-Man+++
C B.Candelaria
+++NB K.YoungShort Zone+++
RG P.Kinney
+++SS J.ReidDeep Zone+++
RT T.Pipkins
+++FS C.PorterDeep Zone+++
Pittsburgh called a time out.
4-1-HOU02 (4Q: 00:03) Deron Singleton attempted a 19 yard field goal and succeeded. Pittsburgh 23, Houston 20
Final Score: Pittsburgh Steelers 23, Houston Texans 20

Informal Player Participation Grades

PittsburghPlus (+++)Minus (---)Grade
WR Ace Sanders40100%
CB Amari Coffey190100%
DE Frankie Doyle130100%
OLB Jared Farr20100%
WR Will Fuller58198%
WR Josiah Castellano53296%
ILB Bud Dupree23196%
CB Christian Thompson41295%
TE Malachi Cybulski18195%
S Kenny Dunlap35295%
DT Takkarist McKinley49394%
CB Corn Elder61494%
TE Allen Garrison55493%
CB Cyrus Jones49492%
DE Marcus Cusano24292%
T Kaleb McGary56592%
RB Butch Esslinger22292%
S Jaquiski Tartt62691%
DE Paul Eickholt10191%
G Paul Kinney55690%
WR Mackenzie Welch25389%
FB Mitch Spencer16289%
OLB Devin Bush58888%
ILB Reggie Ragland28488%
T Trey Pipkins53887%
C Sean Bernstein53887%
DE Josh Sweat39687%
OLB Rod Mirer13287%
C Bernard Candelaria52985%
DE Jacob Eckman561085%
S Norm Witt25583%
DT Vita Vea491182%
ILB Reuben Foster17481%
RB James Conner28780%
TE Joe Gargac3175%
HoustonPlus (+++)Minus (---)Grade
TE Michael Egnew200100%
FB Jaylen Samuels160100%
WR Dante Pettis70100%
DT Nathan Shepherd170100%
OLB Kenny Young140100%
RB Santiago Butler100100%
TE Leonard Shannon20100%
DT Teddy Huffman20100%
CB Erik Rivera43198%
WR Zay Jones37197%
DE Arden Key24196%
CB Alvin Bush24196%
T Sean Segas65396%
ILB Malik Jefferson19195%
S Justin Reid15194%
WR Brian James58494%
TE Jace Barclay59592%
WR Adam Thielen60691%
OLB Jay Smalley54690%
S Troy Apke45590%
OLB Mike Jennings54690%
S Cole Porter52690%
RB Brayden Robertson49689%
DE Dee Ford48689%
G Billy Rudebusch60888%
ILB Leighton Vander Esch52788%
CB Isaac Yiadom43688%
C Hroniss Grasu59987%
T Seth Morris59987%
DE Star Lotulelei35685%
G Brad McGregor581085%
DT Jordan Phillips38784%
CB Dakota Newton24583%
ILB Anthony Walker Jr.2167%