Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs. Washington State Cougars: 2014 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Rutgers Scarlet Knights defeated Washington State Cougars 41–38 in Week 1, 2014. Final score: Rutgers Scarlet Knights 41, Washington State Cougars 38.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Rutgers Scarlet Knights	6	12	3	15	41
Washington State Cougars	3	12	12	6	38

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Connor Halliday (265) — 0.0 yds · 5 TD · +0.27 EPA/play +15.71 EPA
• Gary Nova (164) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.18 EPA/play +4.94 EPA

Rushing

• Paul James (164) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD +0.17 EPA
• Desmon Peoples (164) — 0.0 yds +0.03 EPA
• Jamal Morrow (265) — 0.0 yds -0.39 EPA

Receiving

• Vince Mayle (265) — 12 rec · 0.0 yds -0.07 EPA
• River Cracraft (265) — 8 rec · 0.0 yds +0.53 EPA
• Leonte Carroo (164) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.68 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Connor Halliday	265	58	69.0%	0	5	+0.27	+15.71
Gary Nova	164	27	59.3%	0	2	+0.18	+4.94

Team EPA comparison

Stat	RUTG	WSU
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	265	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	164	8	0	+2.86	Ended
Q1	265	3	0	-5.21	Ended
Q1	164	1	0	-7.35	Interception
Q1	265	7	0	-0.21	Ended
Q1	164	8	0	-2.45	Punt
Q1	265	8	0	-2.56	Interception
Q1	164	1	0	+4.94	Pass TD
Q2	265	3	0	+1.99	Missed FG
Q2	164	3	0	-1.91	Punt
Q2	265	1	0	+3.98	Pass TD
Q2	265	7	0	+3.49	Ended
Q2	164	1	0	+4.59	Rush TD
Q2	164	3	0	+0.26	Ended
Q2	265	1	0	+2.57	Pass TD
Q2	265	4	0	+1.73	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Gary Nova pass intercepted Tana Pritchard return for 9 yds to the Rutgr 2 (-7.35 EPA)
2. Q1 · Washington State Cougars · Connor Halliday pass complete to Rickey Galvin for 52 yds to the WASHST 29 for a 1ST down RUTGERS Penalty, face mask (15 yards) (Davon Jacobs) to the Rutgr 14 for a 1ST down (+6.08 EPA)
3. Q1 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Gary Nova pass complete to Leonte Carroo for 78 yds for a TD, (Kyle Federico KICK) (+4.94 EPA)
4. Q2 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Paul James run for 56 yds for a TD, (Kyle Federico KICK) (+4.59 EPA)
5. Q2 · Washington State Cougars · Connor Halliday pass complete to Dom Williams for 64 yds to the Rutgr 9 for a 1ST down (+4.52 EPA)
6. Q4 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Joseph Roth punt for 35 yds , River Cracraft returns for no gain to the 50 yard line River Cracraft fumbled, forced by Johnathan Aiken, recovered by Rutgr Anthony Cioffi , return to the 50 yard line (+4.4 EPA)
7. Q1 · Washington State Cougars · Connor Halliday pass complete to Vince Mayle for 1 yd to the Rutgr 5 (-4.12 EPA)
8. Q2 · Washington State Cougars · Connor Halliday pass complete to Vince Mayle for 26 yds for a TD, (Erik Powell KICK) (+3.98 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Rutgers Scarlet Knights controlled the final (41–38) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Connor Halliday (265) — 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 Washington State Cougars?

Rutgers Scarlet Knights 41, Washington State Cougars 38 in Week 1 of the 2014 college football season.

Who won Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Washington State Cougars?

Rutgers Scarlet Knights won with a final score of 41–38.

Where can I find the Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Washington State Cougars box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400547993.

Who led Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Washington State Cougars in passing?

Connor Halliday (265) 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 Washington State Cougars in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.