Towson Tigers vs. Northwestern Wildcats: 2009 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Northwestern Wildcats defeated Towson Tigers 47–14 in Week 1, 2009. Final score: Towson Tigers 14, Northwestern Wildcats 47.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Towson Tigers	0	0	0	0	14
Northwestern Wildcats	0	0	0	0	47

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Peter Athens (119.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.37 EPA/play +9.35 EPA
• Mike Kafka (77.0) — 0.0 yds · +0.40 EPA/play +8.32 EPA
• Dan Persa (77.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +5.58 EPA/play +5.58 EPA

Rushing

• Stephen Simmons (77.0) — 0.0 yds -0.20 EPA
• Tremayne Dameron (119.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.35 EPA
• B.J. Greening (119.0) — 0.0 yds +0.05 EPA

Receiving

• David Newsom (119.0) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +2.02 EPA
• Andrew Brewer (77.0) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +2.54 EPA
• Casey Cegles (119.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.45 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Peter Athens	119.0	25	4.0%	0	1	+0.37	+9.35
Mike Kafka	77.0	21	0.0%	0	0	+0.40	+8.32
Dan Persa	77.0	1	100.0%	0	1	+5.58	+5.58
Team	119.0	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.22	-0.22
Tommy Chroniger	119.0	1	0.0%	0	0	-1.08	-1.08

Team EPA comparison

Stat	TOWS	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	77.0	1	0	+1.37	Rush TD
Q1	119.0	1	0	+0.69	Ended
Q1	77.0	2	0	+1.23	Rush TD
Q1	119.0	3	0	-2.81	Punt
Q1	77.0	5	0	+1.77	Rush TD
Q1	119.0	3	0	-2.35	Punt
Q1	77.0	8	0	+2.22	Ended
Q1	119.0	3	0	-0.59	Punt
Q1	77.0	9	0	+2.92	Rush TD
Q2	119.0	7	0	+0.24	Rush TD
Q2	77.0	4	0	+1.16	Ended
Q2	119.0	1	0	-0.47	Ended
Q2	77.0	5	0	+0.83	Interception
Q2	119.0	11	0	+5.52	Ended
Q2	77.0	1	0	+5.58	Pass TD
Q2	119.0	5	0	-3.54	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · 119.0 · Peter Athens pass complete to David Newsom for 33 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+6.93 EPA)
2. Q2 · 77.0 · Dan Persa pass complete to Andrew Brewer for 72 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+5.58 EPA)
3. Q2 · 119.0 · Peter Athens pass complete to Casey Cegles for 21 yards to the Nwest 5 for a 1ST down. (+4.66 EPA)
4. Q2 · 77.0 · Scott Concannon rush for 21 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.45 EPA)
5. Q4 · 119.0 · Peter Athens pass intercepted by Quentin Williams at the Tows 26, returned for no gain to the Tows 26, tackled by John Esposito. (-4.22 EPA)
6. Q1 · 77.0 · Mike Kafka pass complete to Andrew Brewer for 27 yards to the Tows 40 out-of-bounds for a 1ST down. (+4.2 EPA)
7. Q4 · 77.0 · Scott Concannon rush for 3 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.84 EPA)
8. Q1 · 77.0 · Mike Kafka pass complete to Drake Dunsmore for 16 yards to the Tows 2, tackled by Donte Blakey for a 1ST down. (-3.58 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Northwestern Wildcats controlled the final (47–14) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Peter Athens (119.0) — yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: TOWS 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 Towson Tigers vs Northwestern Wildcats?

Towson Tigers 14, Northwestern Wildcats 47 in Week 1 of the 2009 college football season.

Who won Towson Tigers vs Northwestern Wildcats?

Northwestern Wildcats won with a final score of 14–47.

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

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=292480077.

Who led Towson Tigers vs Northwestern Wildcats in passing?

Peter Athens (119.0) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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