UNLV Rebels vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 2013 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Minnesota Golden Gophers defeated UNLV Rebels 51–23 in Week 1, 2013. Final score: UNLV Rebels 23, Minnesota Golden Gophers 51.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
UNLV Rebels	6	6	3	6	23
Minnesota Golden Gophers	6	12	6	12	51

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Nick Sherry (2439) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.28 EPA/play +12.32 EPA
• Philip Nelson (135) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.48 EPA/play +8.70 EPA
• TEAM (2439) — 0.0 yds · +0.75 EPA/play +0.75 EPA

Rushing

• Tim Cornett (2439) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.07 EPA
• Philip Nelson (135) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.22 EPA
• Donnell Kirkwood (135) — 0.0 yds -0.43 EPA

Receiving

• Maika Mataele (2439) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.15 EPA
• Devante Davis (2439) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.25 EPA
• Jerry Rice Jr. (2439) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.98 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Nick Sherry	2439	44	4.5%	0	2	+0.28	+12.32
Philip Nelson	135	18	5.6%	0	1	+0.48	+8.70
TEAM	2439	1	0.0%	0	0	+0.75	+0.75
Team	135	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.17	-0.17
Caleb Herring	2439	1	0.0%	0	0	-1.67	-1.67

Team EPA comparison

Stat	UNLV	MINN
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	2439	7	0	+4.20	Ended
Q1	135	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	135	7	0	-2.86	Field goal
Q1	2439	2	0	-2.03	Punt
Q1	135	2	0	+0.87	Interception
Q1	2439	13	0	+3.83	Rush TD
Q2	135	1	0	+3.72	Pass TD
Q2	135	7	0	+2.66	Ended
Q2	2439	2	0	-0.73	Punt
Q2	135	3	0	-1.90	Punt
Q2	2439	1	0	+5.82	Pass TD
Q2	2439	10	0	-0.60	Ended
Q2	135	8	0	-2.91	Punt
Q2	2439	3	0	-2.58	Punt
Q2	135	1	0	+3.70	Rush TD
Q2	135	1	0	+1.33	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · UNLV Rebels · Nick Sherry pass complete to Devante Davis for 34 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+5.82 EPA)
2. Q3 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Nicolai Bornand kickoff for 63 yards returned by Marcus Jones for 98 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+5.13 EPA)
3. Q3 · UNLV Rebels · Shaquille Murray-Lawrence rush for 42 yards to the Minn 29 for a 1ST down. (+4.0 EPA)
4. Q2 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Philip Nelson pass complete to Maxx Williams for 10 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.72 EPA)
5. Q2 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Philip Nelson rush for 48 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.7 EPA)
6. Q4 · UNLV Rebels · Shaquille Murray-Lawrence rush for 64 yards to the Minn 11 for a 1ST down. (+3.67 EPA)
7. Q2 · UNLV Rebels · Nolan Kohorst 49 yard field goal MISSED. (-3.6 EPA)
8. Q4 · UNLV Rebels · Nick Sherry pass complete to Anthony Williams for 14 yards to the Minn 43 for a 1ST down. (+3.23 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Minnesota Golden Gophers controlled the final (51–23) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Nick Sherry (2439) — yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: UNLV 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 UNLV Rebels vs Minnesota Golden Gophers?

UNLV Rebels 23, Minnesota Golden Gophers 51 in Week 1 of the 2013 college football season.

Who won UNLV Rebels vs Minnesota Golden Gophers?

Minnesota Golden Gophers won with a final score of 23–51.

Where can I find the UNLV Rebels vs Minnesota Golden Gophers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=332410135.

Who led UNLV Rebels vs Minnesota Golden Gophers in passing?

Nick Sherry (2439) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for UNLV Rebels at Minnesota Golden Gophers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.