Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Virginia Tech Hokies: 2009 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Alabama Crimson Tide defeated Virginia Tech Hokies 34–24 in Week 1, 2009. Final score: Alabama Crimson Tide 34, Virginia Tech Hokies 24.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Alabama Crimson Tide	0	0	0	0	34
Virginia Tech Hokies	0	0	0	0	24

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Greg McElroy (333.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.30 EPA/play +9.34 EPA
• Tyrod Taylor (259.0) — 0.0 yds · -0.55 EPA/play -12.71 EPA

Rushing

• Mark Ingram (333.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.15 EPA
• Ryan Williams (259.0) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.36 EPA
• Josh Oglesby (259.0) — 0.0 yds -0.06 EPA

Receiving

• Julio Jones (333.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.33 EPA
• Danny Coale (259.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds -0.28 EPA
• Darius Hanks (333.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +2.69 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Greg McElroy	333.0	31	3.2%	0	1	+0.30	+9.34
Tyrod Taylor	259.0	23	0.0%	0	0	-0.55	-12.71

Team EPA comparison

Stat	ALA	VT
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	259.0	6	0	+1.53	Ended
Q1	333.0	3	0	-2.45	Field goal
Q1	333.0	5	0	-2.17	Ended
Q1	259.0	0	0	—	Touchdown
Q1	333.0	6	0	+0.38	Field goal
Q1	259.0	3	0	-0.52	Punt
Q1	333.0	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	333.0	5	0	+0.55	Ended
Q1	259.0	3	0	-2.15	Punt
Q2	259.0	1	0	-0.01	Ended
Q2	333.0	5	0	+2.03	Ended
Q2	259.0	1	0	+1.55	Rush TD
Q2	259.0	6	0	-0.12	Ended
Q2	333.0	1	0	+3.09	Rush TD
Q2	333.0	10	0	+3.39	Ended
Q2	259.0	0	0	—	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · 259.0 · Leigh Tiffin kickoff for 68 yards returned by Dyrell Roberts for 98 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+6.0 EPA)
2. Q1 · 259.0 · P.J. Fitzgerald kickoff for 41 yards returned by Ryan Williams for no gain, fumbled, recovered by Alab Brian Selman at the VTech 16. (-5.61 EPA)
3. Q4 · 259.0 · Leigh Tiffin kickoff for 70 yards returned by Davon Morgan for 21 yards, fumbled, forced by Chris Rogers, recovered by Alab Chris Rogers at the VTech 21. (-5.02 EPA)
4. Q1 · 333.0 · Greg McElroy pass complete to Darius Hanks for 35 yards to the VTech 17 for a 1ST down. (+4.32 EPA)
5. Q2 · 333.0 · Greg McElroy pass intercepted by Antoine Hopkins at the Alab 20, returned for 6 yards to the Alab 14. (-4.08 EPA)
6. Q2 · 259.0 · Tyrod Taylor pass complete to Ryan Williams for 43 yards to the Alab 5 for a 1ST down. (+3.45 EPA)
7. Q2 · 333.0 · Leigh Tiffin 36 yard field goal MISSED. (-3.25 EPA)
8. Q4 · 259.0 · Ryan Williams rush for 32 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.21 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Alabama Crimson Tide controlled the final (34–24) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Greg McElroy (333.0) — yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: ALA 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 Alabama Crimson Tide vs Virginia Tech Hokies?

Alabama Crimson Tide 34, Virginia Tech Hokies 24 in Week 1 of the 2009 college football season.

Who won Alabama Crimson Tide vs Virginia Tech Hokies?

Alabama Crimson Tide won with a final score of 34–24.

Where can I find the Alabama Crimson Tide vs Virginia Tech Hokies box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=292480259.

Who led Alabama Crimson Tide vs Virginia Tech Hokies in passing?

Greg McElroy (333.0) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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