Missouri Tigers vs. Northwestern Wildcats: 2008 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Missouri Tigers defeated Northwestern Wildcats 30–23 in Week 1, 2008. Final score: Missouri Tigers 30, Northwestern Wildcats 23.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	OT	Final
Missouri Tigers	0	3	9	3	6	30
Northwestern Wildcats	6	9	12	0	0	23

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Chase Daniel (142) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.21 EPA/play +8.13 EPA
• C.J. Bacher (77) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.16 EPA/play +6.77 EPA
• Eric Peterman (77) — 0.0 yds · -1.64 EPA/play -1.64 EPA

Rushing

• Tyrell Sutton (77) — 0.0 yds -0.13 EPA
• Derrick Washington (142) — 0.0 yds -0.45 EPA
• Chase Daniel (142) — 0.0 yds -0.32 EPA

Receiving

• Rasheed Ward (77) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +0.83 EPA
• Eric Peterman (77) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +0.45 EPA
• Jeremy Maclin (142) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +0.40 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Chase Daniel	142	39	5.1%	0	2	+0.21	+8.13
C.J. Bacher	77	42	7.1%	0	3	+0.16	+6.77
Eric Peterman	77	1	0.0%	0	0	-1.64	-1.64

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MIZ	NU
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	142	12	0	+3.88	Ended
Q1	77	9	0	-2.01	Punt
Q1	142	3	0	-1.49	Punt
Q1	77	1	0	+2.61	Pass TD
Q1	77	5	0	+1.15	Ended
Q1	142	7	0	-0.42	Interception
Q2	77	2	0	+0.43	Touchdown
Q2	77	11	0	-0.65	Ended
Q2	142	4	0	-0.62	Punt
Q2	77	4	0	+1.36	Missed FG
Q2	142	1	0	+0.73	Interception
Q2	77	1	0	-1.57	Field goal
Q2	77	10	0	-1.88	Ended
Q2	142	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	142	3	0	-2.20	Ended
Q3	77	1	0	+3.67	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Northwestern Wildcats · Stefan Demos punt for 36 yards, returned by Jeremy Maclin for 75 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (-6.74 EPA)
2. Q2 · Missouri Tigers · Chase Daniel pass intercepted by Corey Wootton at the Misso 49, returned for no gain to the Misso 49. (-5.68 EPA)
3. Q3 · Missouri Tigers · Chase Daniel pass intercepted by Brad Phillips at the Misso 29, returned for 5 yards to the Misso 24. (-5.34 EPA)
4. Q3 · Missouri Tigers · Jeremy Maclin rush for 5 yards to the Misso 29, Missouri penalty 10 yard holding accepted. (+5.34 EPA)
5. Q3 · Northwestern Wildcats · C.J. Bacher pass intercepted by Brock Christopher at the Misso 48, returned for 22 yards to the Nwest 30. (-4.69 EPA)
6. Q3 · Northwestern Wildcats · C.J. Bacher pass complete to Ross Lane for 23 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.67 EPA)
7. Q1 · Missouri Tigers · Chase Daniel pass intercepted by Brian Peters at the Nwest 39, returned for 1 yard to the Nwest 40. (-3.65 EPA)
8. Q3 · Northwestern Wildcats · C.J. Bacher pass complete to Rasheed Ward for 46 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.55 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Missouri Tigers controlled the final (30–23) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Chase Daniel (142) — yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: MIZ 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 Missouri Tigers vs Northwestern Wildcats?

Missouri Tigers 30, Northwestern Wildcats 23 in Week 1 of the 2008 college football season.

Who won Missouri Tigers vs Northwestern Wildcats?

Missouri Tigers won with a final score of 30–23.

Where can I find the Missouri Tigers vs Northwestern Wildcats box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=283640077.

Who led Missouri Tigers vs Northwestern Wildcats in passing?

Chase Daniel (142) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Missouri Tigers at Northwestern Wildcats in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.