Michigan Wolverines vs. Alabama Crimson Tide: 2012 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Alabama Crimson Tide defeated Michigan Wolverines 41–14 in Week 1, 2012. Final score: Michigan Wolverines 14, Alabama Crimson Tide 41.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan Wolverines	0	6	6	0	14
Alabama Crimson Tide	18	3	3	6	41

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Denard Robinson (130) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.45 EPA/play +9.05 EPA
• AJ McCarron (333) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.04 EPA/play +0.87 EPA

Rushing

• Vincent Smith (130) — 0.0 yds -0.17 EPA
• T.J. Yeldon (333) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.34 EPA
• Denard Robinson (130) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.10 EPA

Receiving

• Jeremy Gallon (130) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.86 EPA
• Kevin Norwood (333) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.68 EPA
• Roy Roundtree (130) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds -0.09 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Denard Robinson	130	20	5.0%	0	1	+0.45	+9.05
AJ McCarron	333	22	9.1%	0	2	+0.04	+0.87

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MICH	ALA
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	130	3	0	+0.76	Ended
Q1	333	1	0	+1.38	Rush TD
Q1	333	1	0	-0.08	Ended
Q1	333	1	0	-0.58	Ended
Q1	130	3	0	+1.11	Ended
Q1	333	1	0	+3.24	Pass TD
Q1	333	1	0	+1.47	Ended
Q1	333	1	0	-0.64	Ended
Q1	130	3	0	-3.33	Ended
Q1	333	1	0	+0.79	Pass TD
Q1	333	7	0	+3.16	Ended
Q1	333	1	0	+0.69	Ended
Q1	130	5	0	-1.59	Ended
Q1	130	1	0	-0.71	Ended
Q1	333	8	0	+0.46	Fumble
Q2	130	1	0	+1.53	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Michigan Wolverines · Denard Robinson pass complete to Jeremy Gallon for 71 yards to the Alab 1 for a 1ST down. (+6.14 EPA)
2. Q3 · Michigan Wolverines · Denard Robinson pass complete to Devin Gardner for 44 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+5.13 EPA)
3. Q2 · Alabama Crimson Tide · AJ McCarron pass complete to Kevin Norwood for 12 yards to the Mich 40 for a 1ST down. (+4.12 EPA)
4. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · Denard Robinson pass intercepted by Dee Milliner at the Alab 48, returned for 35 yards to the Mich 17. (-3.73 EPA)
5. Q1 · Alabama Crimson Tide · AJ McCarron pass complete to DeAndrew White for 51 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.24 EPA)
6. Q4 · Michigan Wolverines · Russell Bellomy pass intercepted by Dillon Lee at the Mich 26, returned for no gain to the Mich 26. (-2.78 EPA)
7. Q4 · Alabama Crimson Tide · Cody Mandell punt for 59 yards, returned by Jeremy Gallon for 3 yards to the Mich 17, MICHIGAN penalty 10 yard Clipping accepted. (-2.76 EPA)
8. Q3 · Michigan Wolverines · Thomas Rawls rush for a loss of 2 yards to the Alab 48. (-2.73 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Alabama Crimson Tide controlled the final (41–14) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Denard Robinson (130) — yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: MICH 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 Michigan Wolverines vs Alabama Crimson Tide?

Michigan Wolverines 14, Alabama Crimson Tide 41 in Week 1 of the 2012 college football season.

Who won Michigan Wolverines vs Alabama Crimson Tide?

Alabama Crimson Tide won with a final score of 14–41.

Where can I find the Michigan Wolverines vs Alabama Crimson Tide box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=322450333.

Who led Michigan Wolverines vs Alabama Crimson Tide in passing?

Denard Robinson (130) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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