Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs. Fresno State Bulldogs: 2013 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Fresno State Bulldogs defeated Rutgers Scarlet Knights 52–51 in Week 1, 2013. Final score: Rutgers Scarlet Knights 51, Fresno State Bulldogs 52.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	OT	Final
Rutgers Scarlet Knights	9	9	9	12	6	51
Fresno State Bulldogs	6	12	6	15	6	52

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Gary Nova (164) — 0.0 yds · 5 TD · +0.45 EPA/play +15.66 EPA
• Derek Carr (278) — 0.0 yds · 5 TD · +0.12 EPA/play +7.70 EPA

Rushing

• Paul James (164) — 0.0 yds +0.15 EPA
• Marteze Waller (278) — 0.0 yds -0.86 EPA
• Josh Quezada (278) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.22 EPA

Receiving

• Davante Adams (278) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +0.93 EPA
• Josh Harper (278) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +0.05 EPA
• Isaiah Burse (278) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.13 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Gary Nova	164	35	14.3%	0	5	+0.45	+15.66
Derek Carr	278	66	7.6%	0	5	+0.12	+7.70

Team EPA comparison

Stat	RUTG	FRES
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	278	9	0	+3.37	Ended
Q1	164	6	0	-1.73	Punt
Q1	278	3	0	-1.68	Punt
Q1	164	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	164	7	0	-0.69	Ended
Q1	278	3	0	-2.92	Ended
Q1	164	0	0	—	Touchdown
Q1	278	11	0	+6.48	Pass TD
Q2	278	9	0	+3.64	Ended
Q2	164	5	0	-1.06	Punt
Q2	278	1	0	+0.86	Rush TD
Q2	278	11	0	-5.06	Ended
Q2	164	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	164	7	0	-0.14	Ended
Q2	278	3	0	-1.73	Punt
Q2	164	1	0	+4.48	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Colin McGuire kickoff for 65 yards returned by Janarion Grant for 100 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+6.12 EPA)
2. Q4 · Fresno State Bulldogs · Marteze Waller rush for a loss of 2 yards, fumbled, recovered by Rutgr Lew Toler at the FrsSt 33. (-5.72 EPA)
3. Q3 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Paul James rush for 65 yards to the FrsSt 5 for a 1ST down. (+5.22 EPA)
4. Q2 · Fresno State Bulldogs · Derek Carr pass intercepted by Ian Thomas at the Rutgr 0, returned for no gain for a touchback. (-4.95 EPA)
5. Q2 · Fresno State Bulldogs · Garrett Swanson punt for 29 yards, returned by Janarion Grant for no gain, fumbled, recovered by FrsSt Dylan Detwiler at the Rutgr 40. (+4.89 EPA)
6. Q2 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Gary Nova pass complete to Leonte Carroo for 69 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.48 EPA)
7. Q4 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Gary Nova pass complete to Leonte Carroo for 13 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.23 EPA)
8. Q4 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Gary Nova pass intercepted by Derron Smith at the FrsSt 35, returned for no gain to the FrsSt 35. (-4.06 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Fresno State Bulldogs controlled the final (52–51) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Gary Nova (164) — yds, 5 TD.
• EPA edge: RUTG 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 Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Fresno State Bulldogs?

Rutgers Scarlet Knights 51, Fresno State Bulldogs 52 in Week 1 of the 2013 college football season.

Who won Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Fresno State Bulldogs?

Fresno State Bulldogs won with a final score of 51–52.

Where can I find the Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Fresno State Bulldogs box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=332410278.

Who led Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Fresno State Bulldogs in passing?

Gary Nova (164) led passers with 0.0 yards and 5 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Fresno State Bulldogs in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.