Quick answer
Rutgers Scarlet Knights defeated Howard Bison 45–7 in Week 2, 2009. Final score: Howard Bison 7, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 45.
Game summary
Rutgers Scarlet Knights dominated Howard Bison 45–7 in Week 2 of the 2009 season.
- Scoring: 6 touchdowns, 3 field goals across 9 plays.
- Passing leader: Tom Savage (164.0) — 0.0 pass yds, 2 TD, +0.39 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Jourdan Brooks — 0.0 yds, 3 TD.
- Receiving leader: Willie Carter — 1 rec, 0.0 yds.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 |
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Tom Savage (164.0) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.39 EPA/play +5.04 EPA
- Domenic Natale (164.0) — 0.0 yds · -1.29 EPA/play -1.29 EPA
- Floyd Haigler (47.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.15 EPA/play -4.34 EPA
Rushing
- Jourdan Brooks (164.0) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD +0.16 EPA
- De'Antwan Williams (164.0) — 0.0 yds -0.17 EPA
- Floyd Haigler (47.0) — 0.0 yds -0.12 EPA
Receiving
- Willie Carter (47.0) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.24 EPA
- Brandon Sherman (47.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds -0.18 EPA
- Tim Brown (164.0) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +3.23 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Savage | 13 | 15.4% | 0 | 2 | +0.39 | +5.04 | |
| Domenic Natale | 1 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | -1.29 | -1.29 | |
| Floyd Haigler | 29 | 3.4% | 0 | 1 | -0.15 | -4.34 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | ||
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 | 0 | +1.02 | Rush TD | |
| Q1 | 6 | 0 | -0.16 | Ended | |
| Q1 | 2 | 0 | -0.44 | Field goal | |
| Q1 | 6 | 0 | -0.83 | Punt | |
| Q1 | 13 | 0 | +4.19 | Ended | |
| Q1 | 2 | 0 | -4.07 | Fumble | |
| Q2 | 0 | 0 | — | Field goal | |
| Q2 | 2 | 0 | +0.06 | Ended | |
| Q2 | 8 | 0 | +0.94 | Rush TD | |
| Q2 | 4 | 0 | +4.71 | Pass TD | |
| Q2 | 1 | 0 | +4.04 | Pass TD | |
| Q2 | 7 | 0 | -0.44 | Ended | |
| Q2 | 1 | 0 | +0.50 | Rush TD | |
| Q2 | 7 | 0 | -7.39 | Fumble | |
| Q2 | 2 | 0 | +0.51 | Pass TD | |
| Q2 | 1 | 0 | +2.38 | Field goal |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q2 · 47.0 · Floyd Haigler pass complete to Willie Carter for 40 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+6.41 EPA)
- Q2 · 47.0 · Floyd Haigler pass complete to Brandon Drayton, fumbled, forced by Antonio Lowery, recovered by Rutgr Charlie Noonan at the Howrd 8, Charlie Noonan for 2 yards, to the Howrd 6. (-5.12 EPA)
- Q1 · 47.0 · Floyd Haigler rush for a loss of 5 yards, fumbled, recovered by Rutgr Damaso Munoz at the Rutgr 21. (-4.98 EPA)
- Q2 · 164.0 · Jourdan Brooks rush for 57 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.92 EPA)
- Q3 · 164.0 · Tom Savage pass incomplete to Joe Martinek, broken up by Lanny Kelly. (-4.34 EPA)
- Q2 · 164.0 · Tom Savage pass complete to Tim Brown for 68 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.04 EPA)
- Q1 · 164.0 · Tom Savage pass complete to Tim Brown for 49 yards to the Howrd 24, tackled by Arando Jamison for a 1ST down. (+3.19 EPA)
- Q1 · 164.0 · Tom Savage pass complete to Tim Brown for 15 yards to the Rutgr 46, tackled by Dante Martin out-of-bounds for a 1ST down. (+2.46 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Rutgers Scarlet Knights controlled the final (45–7) in Week 2.
- Passing edge: Tom Savage (164.0) — yds, 2 TD.
- EPA edge: HOW 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 Howard Bison vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights?
Howard Bison 7, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 45 in Week 2 of the 2009 college football season.
Who won Howard Bison vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights?
Rutgers Scarlet Knights won with a final score of 7–45.
Where can I find the Howard Bison vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=292550164.
Who led Howard Bison vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights in passing?
Tom Savage (164.0) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Howard Bison at Rutgers Scarlet Knights in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Howard Bison
Now 0-1 L
Rutgers Scarlet Knights
Entered 1-1 Now 2-1 W