Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs. Illinois Fighting Illini: 2005 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Illinois Fighting Illini defeated Rutgers Scarlet Knights 33–30 in Week 1, 2005. Final score: Rutgers Scarlet Knights 30, Illinois Fighting Illini 33.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Rutgers Scarlet Knights	0	0	0	0	30
Illinois Fighting Illini	0	0	0	0	33

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Ryan Hart (164.0) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.28 EPA/play +11.68 EPA
• DaJuan Warren (356.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +1.53 EPA/play +1.53 EPA
• Tim Brasic (356.0) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.12 EPA/play -4.04 EPA

Rushing

• Tim Brasic (356.0) — 0.0 yds -0.31 EPA
• EB Halsey (356.0) — 0.0 yds +0.06 EPA
• Raymell Rice (164.0) — 0.0 yds -0.34 EPA

Receiving

• EB Halsey (356.0) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +0.58 EPA
• Brian Leonard (164.0) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +1.83 EPA
• Clark Harris (164.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.04 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Ryan Hart	164.0	41	7.3%	0	3	+0.28	+11.68
DaJuan Warren	356.0	1	100.0%	0	1	+1.53	+1.53
Tim Brasic	356.0	34	5.9%	0	2	-0.12	-4.04

Team EPA comparison

Stat	RUTG	ILL
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	164.0	2	0	+0.02	Ended
Q1	356.0	1	0	+1.75	Pass TD
Q1	164.0	1	0	+1.30	Ended
Q1	356.0	9	0	+3.20	Ended
Q1	356.0	1	0	+0.09	Ended
Q1	164.0	1	0	+0.11	Ended
Q1	356.0	1	0	-6.22	Interception
Q1	164.0	1	0	-0.24	Ended
Q1	356.0	4	0	+0.40	Ended
Q1	164.0	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	164.0	5	0	-2.28	Ended
Q1	356.0	2	0	-1.97	Punt
Q1	356.0	1	0	-1.65	Ended
Q1	164.0	8	0	+0.41	Ended
Q2	356.0	2	0	-3.18	Ended
Q2	164.0	1	0	+3.55	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · 356.0 · Tim Brasic pass intercepted by Ron Girault at the RRD 25, returned for 41 yards to the IIC 34. (-6.22 EPA)
2. Q2 · 164.0 · Ryan Hart pass complete to Marcus Daniels for 55 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+5.15 EPA)
3. Q1 · 164.0 · Jeremy Ito 34 yard field goal MISSED. (-4.75 EPA)
4. Q2 · 356.0 · Tim Brasic pass intercepted by Corey Barnes at the 50 yard line, returned for no gain to the 50 yard line. (-4.21 EPA)
5. Q3 · 164.0 · Ryan Hart pass complete to Brian Leonard for 82 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.18 EPA)
6. Q2 · 164.0 · Ryan Hart pass complete to Brian Leonard for 19 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.55 EPA)
7. Q4 · 356.0 · Jason Reda 52 yard field goal MISSED. (-3.44 EPA)
8. Q1 · 164.0 · Jeremy Ito 43 yard field goal MISSED. (-3.34 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Illinois Fighting Illini controlled the final (33–30) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Ryan Hart (164.0) — yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: RUTG 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 Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Illinois Fighting Illini?

Rutgers Scarlet Knights 30, Illinois Fighting Illini 33 in Week 1 of the 2005 college football season.

Who won Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Illinois Fighting Illini?

Illinois Fighting Illini won with a final score of 30–33.

Where can I find the Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Illinois Fighting Illini box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=252460356.

Who led Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Illinois Fighting Illini in passing?

Ryan Hart (164.0) led passers with 0.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Illinois Fighting Illini in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.