Michigan Wolverines 28–32 Nebraska Cornhuskers: Final Score & Recap | Week 1, 2005

Quick answer

Nebraska Cornhuskers defeated Michigan Wolverines 32–28 in Week 1, 2005. Final score: Michigan Wolverines 28, Nebraska Cornhuskers 32.

Game summary

Nebraska Cornhuskers edged Michigan Wolverines 32–28 in Week 1 of the 2005 season.

Scoring: 8 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 9 plays.
Passing leader: Chad Henne (130.0) — 0.0 pass yds, 3 TD, -0.12 EPA/play.
Rushing leader: Cory Ross — 0.0 yds, 1 TD.
Receiving leader: Jason Avant — 0 rec, 0.0 yds.

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan Wolverines	0	0	0	0	28
Nebraska Cornhuskers	0	0	0	0	32

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

MICHMichigan Wolverines

+3

NEBNebraska Cornhuskers

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Scoring timeline

9 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

130.0
Q1TD
TETyler Ecker
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
0-0
Chad Henne pass complete to Tyler Ecker for 13 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
158.0
Q1TD
TNTerrence Nunn
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
0-0
Zac Taylor pass complete to Terrence Nunn for 54 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
158.0
Q2TD
NSNate Swift
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
0-0
Zac Taylor pass complete to Nate Swift for 14 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
130.0
Q2TD
MMMike Massey
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
0-0
Chad Henne pass complete to Mike Massey for 16 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
130.0
Q3TD
MMMario Manningham
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
0-0
Chad Henne pass complete to Mario Manningham for 21 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
158.0
Q3FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 3
Score
0-0
Jordan Congdon 20 yard field goal GOOD.
158.0
Q4TD
TNTerrence Nunn
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
0-0
Zac Taylor pass complete to Terrence Nunn for 13 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
158.0
Q4TD
CRCory Ross
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
0-0
Cory Ross rush for 31 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
130.0
Q4TD
CHChad Henne
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
0-0
Chad Henne rush for 7 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

Stars of the game

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

Passing

Chad Henne (130.0) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · -0.12 EPA/play -4.67 EPA
Zac Taylor (158.0) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · -0.39 EPA/play -12.53 EPA

Rushing

Cory Ross (158.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.10 EPA
Mike Hart (130.0) — 0.0 yds -0.29 EPA
Chad Henne (130.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.57 EPA

Receiving

Jason Avant (130.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.52 EPA
Terrence Nunn (158.0) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +2.37 EPA
Nate Swift. (158.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds -1.08 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Chad Henne	130.0	40	7.5%	0	3	-0.12	-4.67
Zac Taylor	158.0	32	9.4%	0	3	-0.39	-12.53

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MICH	NEB
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	EPA	Result
Q1	158.0	1	-0.14	Ended
Q1	130.0	1	+1.45	Ended
Q1	158.0	2	-2.30	Interception
Q1	130.0	1	-1.54	Punt
Q1	158.0	1	-0.69	Ended
Q1	130.0	4	-1.68	Ended
Q1	158.0	2	-2.06	Punt
Q1	130.0	1	+2.00	Pass TD
Q1	158.0	1	-0.47	Ended
Q1	130.0	2	+3.11	Ended
Q1	158.0	1	+4.18	Pass TD
Q1	130.0	1	-1.26	Ended
Q1	158.0	3	-0.39	Ended
Q1	130.0	2	-2.25	Punt
Q1	158.0	1	-2.18	Ended
Q1	130.0	1	-0.65	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

Q2 · 158.0 · Zac Taylor pass intercepted by Leon Hall at the Neb 28, returned for no gain to the Neb 28. (-5.27 EPA)
Q4 · 130.0 · Chad Henne pass complete to Jason Avant for 16 yards, fumbled at the 50 yard line, recovered by Zac Taylor, returned by Zac Taylor for 2 yards at the Mich 48. (-4.63 EPA)
Q4 · 130.0 · Chad Henne pass complete to Jason Avant for 13 yards, lateral to Tyler Ecker for 33 yards to the Neb 17 for a 1ST down. (+4.27 EPA)
Q1 · 158.0 · Zac Taylor pass complete to Terrence Nunn for 54 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.18 EPA)
Q3 · 130.0 · Chad Henne pass complete to Mario Manningham for 21 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.03 EPA)
Q1 · 130.0 · Jake Wesch kickoff for 63 yards returned by Steve Breaston for 68 yards to the Neb 30. (+3.83 EPA)
Q2 · 130.0 · Garrett Rivas 25 yard field goal MISSED. (-3.67 EPA)
Q1 · 130.0 · Chad Henne rush for 14 yards to the Neb 18 for a 1ST down. (+3.34 EPA)

Key takeaways

Nebraska Cornhuskers controlled the final (32–28) in Week 1.
Passing edge: Chad Henne (130.0) — yds, 3 TD.
EPA edge: MICH at EPA/play.
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Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Michigan Wolverines vs Nebraska Cornhuskers?

Michigan Wolverines 28, Nebraska Cornhuskers 32 in Week 1 of the 2005 college football season.

Who won Michigan Wolverines vs Nebraska Cornhuskers?

Nebraska Cornhuskers won with a final score of 28–32.

Where can I find the Michigan Wolverines vs Nebraska Cornhuskers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=253620158.

Who led Michigan Wolverines vs Nebraska Cornhuskers in passing?

Chad Henne (130.0) led passers with 0.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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