Houston Cougars vs. South Carolina Gamecocks: 2006 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

South Carolina Gamecocks defeated Houston Cougars 44–36 in Week 1, 2006. Final score: Houston Cougars 36, South Carolina Gamecocks 44.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Houston Cougars	6	18	0	6	36
South Carolina Gamecocks	6	18	3	12	44

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Blake Mitchell (2579) — 0.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.86 EPA/play +23.25 EPA
• Kevin Kolb (248) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.55 EPA/play +18.63 EPA

Rushing

• Cory Boyd (2579) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.24 EPA
• Mike Davis (2579) — 0.0 yds +0.00 EPA
• Jackie Battle (248) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.66 EPA

Receiving

• Sidney Rice (2579) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.59 EPA
• Vincent Marshall (248) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +2.45 EPA
• Donnie Avery (248) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.50 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Blake Mitchell	2579	27	14.8%	0	4	+0.86	+23.25
Kevin Kolb	248	34	8.8%	0	3	+0.55	+18.63

Team EPA comparison

Stat	HOU	SC
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	248	4	0	-0.21	Ended
Q1	2579	9	0	+3.05	Rush TD
Q1	248	3	0	-2.77	Punt
Q1	2579	8	0	+1.88	Missed FG
Q1	248	6	0	+4.73	Pass TD
Q2	248	1	0	+6.85	Pass TD
Q2	2579	6	0	+6.58	Rush TD
Q2	248	2	0	+4.92	Rush TD
Q2	2579	1	0	+3.15	Pass TD
Q2	248	1	0	-4.37	Fumble
Q2	2579	5	0	-1.34	Punt
Q2	248	12	0	+4.07	Pass TD
Q2	2579	6	0	+5.29	Pass TD
Q2	248	10	0	+4.95	Interception
Q3	2579	6	0	+3.89	Interception
Q3	248	9	0	+2.32	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Houston Cougars · Kevin Kolb pass complete to Vincent Marshall for 77 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+6.85 EPA)
2. Q2 · Houston Cougars · Jackie Battle rush for 42 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+5.34 EPA)
3. Q2 · Houston Cougars · Kevin Kolb pass intercepted by Jordin Lindsey at the SoCar 30, returned for 1 yard to the SoCar 31. (-4.84 EPA)
4. Q2 · Houston Cougars · Anthony Alridge rush for 1 yard, fumbled at the Houst 19, recovered by Jordin Lindsey at the Houst 19. (-4.37 EPA)
5. Q1 · South Carolina Gamecocks · Ryan Succop 33 yard field goal MISSED. (-4.29 EPA)
6. Q4 · South Carolina Gamecocks · Blake Mitchell pass complete to Kenny McKinley for 43 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.25 EPA)
7. Q4 · Houston Cougars · Kevin Kolb pass complete to Vincent Marshall for 46 yards to the SoCar 32 for a 1ST down. (+3.85 EPA)
8. Q4 · South Carolina Gamecocks · Blake Mitchell pass complete to Kenny McKinley for 43 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.46 EPA)

Key takeaways

• South Carolina Gamecocks controlled the final (44–36) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Blake Mitchell (2579) — yds, 4 TD.
• EPA edge: HOU 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 Houston Cougars vs South Carolina Gamecocks?

Houston Cougars 36, South Carolina Gamecocks 44 in Week 1 of the 2006 college football season.

Who won Houston Cougars vs South Carolina Gamecocks?

South Carolina Gamecocks won with a final score of 36–44.

Where can I find the Houston Cougars vs South Carolina Gamecocks box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=263632579.

Who led Houston Cougars vs South Carolina Gamecocks in passing?

Blake Mitchell (2579) led passers with 0.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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