Washington State Cougars vs. BYU Cougars: 2012 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

BYU Cougars defeated Washington State Cougars 30–6 in Week 1, 2012. Final score: Washington State Cougars 6, BYU Cougars 30.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Washington State Cougars	0	6	0	0	6
BYU Cougars	6	15	6	0	30

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Riley Nelson (252) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.40 EPA/play +13.48 EPA
• Taysom Hill (252) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +3.13 EPA/play +3.13 EPA
• Jeff Tuel (265) — 0.0 yds · -0.12 EPA/play -5.43 EPA

Rushing

• Michael Alisa (252) — 0.0 yds -0.27 EPA
• Riley Nelson (252) — 0.0 yds -0.52 EPA
• Jamaal Williams (252) — 0.0 yds -0.43 EPA

Receiving

• Skyler Ridley (252) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +0.96 EPA
• Kaneakua Friel (252) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +1.79 EPA
• Rickey Galvin (265) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds -0.31 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Riley Nelson	252	34	5.9%	0	2	+0.40	+13.48
Taysom Hill	252	1	100.0%	0	1	+3.13	+3.13
Jeff Tuel	265	44	0.0%	0	0	-0.12	-5.43

Team EPA comparison

Stat	WSU	BYU
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	252	5	0	+1.08	Ended
Q1	265	3	0	-2.68	Punt
Q1	252	1	0	+1.65	Pass TD
Q1	252	8	0	+5.81	Ended
Q1	265	13	0	+2.06	Interception
Q1	252	8	0	-3.89	Punt
Q2	265	4	0	+0.52	Field goal
Q2	252	1	0	+3.11	Pass TD
Q2	252	3	0	+0.97	Ended
Q2	265	3	0	-2.03	Punt
Q2	252	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	252	15	0	+1.05	Ended
Q2	265	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	265	9	0	-7.64	Ended
Q2	252	1	0	+3.13	Pass TD
Q2	252	8	0	-1.29	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Washington State Cougars · Jeff Tuel pass intercepted by Jordan Johnson at the BYU 27, returned for 64 yards to the WshSt 9. (-5.79 EPA)
2. Q1 · Washington State Cougars · Jeff Tuel pass complete to Gabe Marks for 7 yards to the BYU 37 for a 1ST down. (+3.67 EPA)
3. Q1 · Washington State Cougars · Jeff Tuel pass intercepted by Uona Kaveinga at the BYU 20, returned for no gain to the BYU 20. (-3.65 EPA)
4. Q1 · BYU Cougars · Riley Nelson pass complete to Cody Hoffman for 28 yards to the 50 yard line for a 1ST down. (+3.63 EPA)
5. Q2 · Washington State Cougars · Teondray Caldwell rush for 2 yards to the WshSt 8, WASHINGTON ST penalty 8 yard Personal Foul on Isiah Myers accepted. (-3.26 EPA)
6. Q1 · BYU Cougars · Riley Nelson pass incomplete to Ross Apo. (-3.24 EPA)
7. Q2 · BYU Cougars · Taysom Hill pass complete to Kaneakua Friel for 18 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.13 EPA)
8. Q2 · BYU Cougars · Riley Nelson pass complete to Kaneakua Friel for 25 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.12 EPA)

Key takeaways

• BYU Cougars controlled the final (30–6) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Riley Nelson (252) — yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: WSU 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 Washington State Cougars vs BYU Cougars?

Washington State Cougars 6, BYU Cougars 30 in Week 1 of the 2012 college football season.

Who won Washington State Cougars vs BYU Cougars?

BYU Cougars won with a final score of 6–30.

Where can I find the Washington State Cougars vs BYU Cougars box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=322430252.

Who led Washington State Cougars vs BYU Cougars in passing?

Riley Nelson (252) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Washington State Cougars at BYU Cougars in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.