Michigan Wolverines vs. Utah Utes: 2015 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Utah Utes defeated Michigan Wolverines 24–17 in Week 1, 2015. Final score: Michigan Wolverines 17, Utah Utes 24.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan Wolverines	0	3	6	12	17
Utah Utes	3	6	6	0	24

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Travis Wilson (254) — 0.0 yds · +0.15 EPA/play +4.75 EPA
• Jake Rudock (130) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.05 EPA/play +2.04 EPA

Rushing

• Devontae Booker (254) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.23 EPA
• De'Veon Smith (130) — 0.0 yds -0.34 EPA
• Travis Wilson (254) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.07 EPA

Receiving

• Amara Darboh (130) — 8 rec · 0.0 yds +0.75 EPA
• Jake Butt (130) — 8 rec · 0.0 yds +0.92 EPA
• Devontae Booker (254) — 7 rec · 0.0 yds +0.23 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Travis Wilson	254	32	75.0%	0	0	+0.15	+4.75
Jake Rudock	130	39	69.2%	0	2	+0.05	+2.04

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MICH	UTAH
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	4	0	+0.19	Ended
Q1	254	3	0	-2.79	Punt
Q1	130	3	0	-1.25	Punt
Q1	254	3	0	-2.45	Punt
Q1	130	10	0	-1.90	Interception
Q1	254	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	254	9	0	+1.82	Ended
Q2	254	9	0	-0.24	Interception
Q2	130	2	0	-0.85	Punt
Q2	254	3	0	-2.03	Missed FG
Q2	130	5	0	-2.62	Interception
Q2	254	3	0	-3.30	Punt
Q2	130	3	0	-1.02	Punt
Q2	254	1	0	+0.49	Rush TD
Q2	254	10	0	+5.10	Ended
Q2	130	0	0	—	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Michigan Wolverines · Jake Rudock pass intercepted for a TD Justin Thomas return for 55 yds for a TD, (Andy Phillips KICK) (-8.15 EPA)
2. Q3 · Michigan Wolverines · Jake Rudock run for 1 yd to the Utah 34 for a 1ST down UTAH Penalty, Personal Foul (Gionni Paul) to the Utah 19 for a 1ST down (+6.47 EPA)
3. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · Jake Rudock pass intercepted Cory Butler-Byrd return for no gain to the Utah 14 (-4.49 EPA)
4. Q4 · Michigan Wolverines · De'Veon Smith run for no gain to the Utah 35 (-4.06 EPA)
5. Q2 · Michigan Wolverines · Jake Rudock pass intercepted Marcus Williams return for 10 yds to the Utah 49 (-3.89 EPA)
6. Q3 · Michigan Wolverines · Kenny Allen 44 yd FG MISSED (-3.6 EPA)
7. Q4 · Utah Utes · Andy Phillips 46 yd FG MISSED (-2.98 EPA)
8. Q4 · Michigan Wolverines · Jake Rudock pass complete to Jake Butt for 17 yds to the Utah 44 for a 1ST down (+2.85 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Utah Utes controlled the final (24–17) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Travis Wilson (254) — yds.
• 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 Utah Utes?

Michigan Wolverines 17, Utah Utes 24 in Week 1 of the 2015 college football season.

Who won Michigan Wolverines vs Utah Utes?

Utah Utes won with a final score of 17–24.

Where can I find the Michigan Wolverines vs Utah Utes box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400756883.

Who led Michigan Wolverines vs Utah Utes in passing?

Travis Wilson (254) led passers with 0.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Michigan Wolverines at Utah Utes in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.