Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 2006 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Texas Tech Red Raiders defeated Minnesota Golden Gophers 44–41 in Week 1, 2006. Final score: Texas Tech Red Raiders 44, Minnesota Golden Gophers 41.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	OT	Final
Texas Tech Red Raiders	0	6	6	21	6	44
Minnesota Golden Gophers	12	18	3	0	3	41

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Graham Harrell (2641) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.42 EPA/play +21.19 EPA
• Bryan Cupito (135) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.38 EPA/play +11.52 EPA

Rushing

• Amir Pinnix (135) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.28 EPA
• Shannon Woods (2641) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD +0.38 EPA
• Jay Thomas (135) — 0.0 yds -0.13 EPA

Receiving

• Joel Filani (2641) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.41 EPA
• Robert Johnson (2641) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +0.99 EPA
• pass complete Jack Simmons (135) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.81 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Graham Harrell	2641	51	3.9%	0	2	+0.42	+21.19
Bryan Cupito	135	30	10.0%	0	3	+0.38	+11.52

Team EPA comparison

Stat	TTU	MINN
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	135	7	0	+4.22	Ended
Q1	2641	10	0	-1.36	Fumble
Q1	135	1	0	+0.48	Rush TD
Q1	135	5	0	+0.34	Ended
Q1	2641	1	0	+0.03	Interception
Q1	135	1	0	+0.49	Pass TD
Q1	135	5	0	+3.60	Ended
Q1	2641	9	0	-5.68	Ended
Q2	135	1	0	+1.69	Pass TD
Q2	135	7	0	+2.65	Ended
Q2	2641	1	0	+0.99	Rush TD
Q2	2641	6	0	+4.09	Ended
Q2	135	1	0	+2.24	Pass TD
Q2	135	6	0	+2.17	Ended
Q2	2641	6	0	-1.27	Ended
Q2	135	1	0	+0.24	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Texas Tech Red Raiders · Graham Harrell sacked by William Van DeSteeg, fumbled at the Minn 13, recovered by Steve Davis at the Minn 13, tackled by William Van DeSteeg. (-7.22 EPA)
2. Q3 · Texas Tech Red Raiders · Graham Harrell pass complete to Joel Filani for 43 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+5.43 EPA)
3. Q2 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Bryan Cupito pass intercepted by Antonio Huffman at the Minn 14, returned for 9 yards, fumbled in the endzone, recovered by Justin Valentine at the Minn 20. (-4.65 EPA)
4. Q3 · Texas Tech Red Raiders · Graham Harrell pass complete to Todd Walker for 16 yards to the Minn 6 for a 1ST down. (+4.45 EPA)
5. Q1 · Texas Tech Red Raiders · Graham Harrell pass intercepted by Mike Sherels at the TexTc 39, returned for no gain to the TexTc 39. (-3.85 EPA)
6. Q3 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Bryan Cupito pass complete to Jack Simmons for 23 yards to the TexTc 4 for a 1ST down. (+3.55 EPA)
7. Q1 · Texas Tech Red Raiders · Graham Harrell rush for no gain to the TexTc 45. (-3.52 EPA)
8. Q3 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Amir Pinnix rush for 5 yards to the Minn 25. (-3.47 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Texas Tech Red Raiders controlled the final (44–41) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Graham Harrell (2641) — yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: TTU 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 Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Minnesota Golden Gophers?

Texas Tech Red Raiders 44, Minnesota Golden Gophers 41 in Week 1 of the 2006 college football season.

Who won Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Minnesota Golden Gophers?

Texas Tech Red Raiders won with a final score of 44–41.

Where can I find the Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Minnesota Golden Gophers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=263630135.

Who led Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Minnesota Golden Gophers in passing?

Graham Harrell (2641) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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