UNLV Rebels vs. Northern Illinois Huskies: 2015 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Northern Illinois Huskies defeated UNLV Rebels 38–30 in Week 1, 2015. Final score: UNLV Rebels 30, Northern Illinois Huskies 38.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
UNLV Rebels	6	9	3	9	30
Northern Illinois Huskies	3	6	12	12	38

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Drew Hare (2459) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.57 EPA/play +16.56 EPA
• Kurt Palandech (2439) — 0.0 yds · -0.28 EPA/play -0.57 EPA
• Blake Decker (2439) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.05 EPA/play -2.09 EPA

Rushing

• Keith Whitely (2439) — 0.0 yds -0.32 EPA
• Joel Bouagnon (2459) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD +0.23 EPA
• Drew Hare (2459) — 0.0 yds -0.66 EPA

Receiving

• Kendal Keys (2439) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds -0.26 EPA
• Kenny Golladay (2459) — 9 rec · 0.0 yds +1.79 EPA
• Anthony Williams (2439) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.22 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Drew Hare	2459	29	72.4%	0	2	+0.57	+16.56
Kurt Palandech	2439	2	50.0%	0	0	-0.28	-0.57
Blake Decker	2439	41	51.2%	0	2	-0.05	-2.09

Team EPA comparison

Stat	UNLV	NIU
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	6	0	+2.10	Ended
Q1	2459	7	0	-2.74	Ended
Q1	2439	6	0	-1.85	Punt
Q1	2459	4	0	-5.23	Field goal
Q1	2439	2	0	-4.79	Interception
Q1	2459	5	0	-0.30	Ended
Q1	2439	1	0	+5.88	Pass TD
Q1	2439	6	0	-1.75	Ended
Q2	2439	9	0	-0.82	Ended
Q2	2459	1	0	+3.36	Pass TD
Q2	2439	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	2459	10	0	+3.76	Ended
Q2	2439	12	0	-3.31	Ended
Q2	2459	6	0	-1.37	Punt
Q2	2439	4	0	-0.86	Rush TD
Q2	2459	3	0	-1.16	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · UNLV Rebels · Blake Decker pass complete to Devonte Boyd for 64 yds for a TD, (Nicolai Bornand KICK) (+5.88 EPA)
2. Q3 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Drew Hare pass complete to Kenny Golladay for 48 yds to the UNLV 27 for a 1ST down (+4.43 EPA)
3. Q1 · UNLV Rebels · Blake Decker pass intercepted Shawun Lurry return for no gain to the UNLV 41 (-4.24 EPA)
4. Q4 · UNLV Rebels · Aaron Criswell 41 Yd pass from Blake Decker (Nicolai Bornand Kick) (+4.13 EPA)
5. Q4 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Drew Hare pass complete to Kenny Golladay for 48 yds to the UNLV 7 for a 1ST down (+3.52 EPA)
6. Q1 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Drew Hare pass complete to Tommylee Lewis for 39 yds to the UNLV 31 for a 1ST down (+3.37 EPA)
7. Q2 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Drew Hare pass complete to Shane Wimann for 16 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK) (+3.36 EPA)
8. Q1 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Drew Hare run for 1 yd to the UNLV 37 (-3.19 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Northern Illinois Huskies controlled the final (38–30) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Drew Hare (2459) — 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 Northern Illinois Huskies?

UNLV Rebels 30, Northern Illinois Huskies 38 in Week 1 of the 2015 college football season.

Who won UNLV Rebels vs Northern Illinois Huskies?

Northern Illinois Huskies won with a final score of 30–38.

Where can I find the UNLV Rebels vs Northern Illinois Huskies box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400787115.

Who led UNLV Rebels vs Northern Illinois Huskies in passing?

Drew Hare (2459) 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 Northern Illinois Huskies in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.