Kansas Jayhawks vs. Houston Cougars: 2005 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Kansas Jayhawks defeated Houston Cougars 42–13 in Week 1, 2005. Final score: Kansas Jayhawks 42, Houston Cougars 13.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Kansas Jayhawks	0	0	0	0	42
Houston Cougars	0	0	0	0	13

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• TEAM (248.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +7.91 EPA/play +7.91 EPA
• Brian Luke (2305.0) — 0.0 yds · -0.22 EPA/play -0.65 EPA
• Jason Swanson (2305.0) — 0.0 yds · 4 TD · -0.10 EPA/play -2.73 EPA

Rushing

• Jon Cornish (2305.0) — 0.0 yds -0.04 EPA
• Ryan Gilbert (248.0) — 0.0 yds -0.53 EPA
• Clark Green (2305.0) — 0.0 yds -0.52 EPA

Receiving

• Charles Gordon (2305.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.23 EPA
• Donnie Avery (248.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.24 EPA
• Mark Simmons (2305.0) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +0.72 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
TEAM	248.0	1	100.0%	0	1	+7.91	+7.91
Brian Luke	2305.0	3	0.0%	0	0	-0.22	-0.65
Jason Swanson	2305.0	27	14.8%	0	4	-0.10	-2.73
Kevin Kolb	248.0	37	0.0%	0	0	-0.09	-3.19

Team EPA comparison

Stat	KU	HOU
Plays	0	0
EPA / play	—	—
Total EPA	—	—
Success rate	—	—
Pass EPA / play	—	—
Rush EPA / play	—	—
Yards	0	0

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	2305.0	1	0	+1.08	Ended
Q1	248.0	11	0	+1.74	Ended
Q1	248.0	1	0	+0.59	Ended
Q1	2305.0	9	0	-3.96	Ended
Q1	248.0	0	0	—	Touchdown
Q1	248.0	4	0	-3.26	Ended
Q1	2305.0	7	0	-8.01	Ended
Q2	248.0	1	0	+1.39	Rush TD
Q2	2305.0	1	0	-0.16	Ended
Q2	248.0	5	0	+1.28	Ended
Q2	2305.0	1	0	-5.64	Fumble
Q2	248.0	1	0	-0.29	Ended
Q2	2305.0	9	0	-1.18	Ended
Q2	2305.0	1	0	-0.08	Ended
Q2	248.0	6	0	+0.51	Ended
Q2	2305.0	1	0	+1.56	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · 248.0 · Kevin Kolb pass intercepted by Charlton Keith at the Houst 15, returned for 15 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+7.91 EPA)
2. Q2 · 2305.0 · Jason Swanson sacked by Phillip Hunt, fumbled at the Houst 29, recovered by Brendan Pahulu, returned by Brendan Pahulu for 29 yards at the Kans 42, tackled by Phillip Hunt. (-5.64 EPA)
3. Q3 · 248.0 · Kevin Kolb pass intercepted by Theodore Baines at the Houst 47, returned for 17 yards to the Houst 30. (-5.19 EPA)
4. Q1 · 248.0 · Justin Laird punt for 56 yards, returned by Brian Murph for 85 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (-4.69 EPA)
5. Q4 · 248.0 · Kevin Kolb pass intercepted by Theodore Baines at the Kans 25, returned for 12 yards to the Kans 37. (-4.65 EPA)
6. Q3 · 2305.0 · Kyle Tucker punt for 43 yards, returned by Vincent Marshall for no gain to the Houst 42, Kansas penalty 15 yard kick catching interference accepted. (-3.96 EPA)
7. Q4 · 2305.0 · Jason Swanson pass complete to Brian Murph for 47 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.79 EPA)
8. Q3 · 2305.0 · Jason Swanson pass complete to Mark Simmons for 32 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.57 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Kansas Jayhawks controlled the final (42–13) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: TEAM (248.0) — yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: KU at EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Kansas Jayhawks vs Houston Cougars?

Kansas Jayhawks 42, Houston Cougars 13 in Week 1 of the 2005 college football season.

Who won Kansas Jayhawks vs Houston Cougars?

Kansas Jayhawks won with a final score of 42–13.

Where can I find the Kansas Jayhawks vs Houston Cougars box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=253570248.

Who led Kansas Jayhawks vs Houston Cougars in passing?

TEAM (248.0) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Kansas Jayhawks at Houston Cougars in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.