Quick answer
West Virginia Mountaineers defeated Arizona State Sun Devils 43–42 in Week 1, 2015. Final score: West Virginia Mountaineers 43, Arizona State Sun Devils 42.
Game summary
West Virginia Mountaineers edged Arizona State Sun Devils 43–42 in Week 1 of the 2015 season.
- Scoring: 9 touchdowns, 7 field goals across 16 plays.
- Passing leader: Mike Bercovici (9) — 0.0 pass yds, 4 TD, +0.52 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Wendell Smallwood — 0.0 yds.
- Receiving leader: Devin Lucien — 9 rec, 0.0 yds.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 West Virginia Mountaineers | 9 | 12 | 12 | 6 | 43 |
 Arizona State Sun Devils | 3 | 12 | 12 | 9 | 42 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
WVUWest Virginia MountaineersJosh Lambert 27 yd FG GOOD
Zane Gonzalez 37 yd FG GOOD
Josh Lambert 31 yd FG GOOD
Josh Lambert 21 yd FG GOOD
Zane Gonzalez 35 yd FG GOOD
Skyler Howard pass complete to Daikiel Shorts for 10 yds for a TD, (Josh Lambert PAT BLOCKED), (Josh Lambert PAT BLOCKED)
Zane Gonzalez 19 yd FG GOOD
Skyler Howard pass complete to Shelton Gibson for 59 yds for a TD, (Josh Lambert KICK)
Mike Bercovici pass complete to Devin Lucien for 19 yds for a TD, (Zane Gonzalez KICK)
Skyler Howard pass complete to Daikiel Shorts for 17 yds for a TD, (Josh Lambert KICK)
Mike Bercovici pass complete to Tim White for 33 yds for a TD, (Zane Gonzalez KICK)
Gary Jennings 64 Yd pass from Skyler Howard (Josh Lambert Kick)
Mike Bercovici pass complete to Tim White for 2 yds for a TD, (Zane Gonzalez KICK)
Skyler Howard pass complete to David Sills for 15 yds for a TD, (Josh Lambert KICK)
Mike Bercovici pass complete to Gary Chambers for 58 yds for a TD, (Zane Gonzalez KICK)
Zane Gonzalez 48 yd FG GOOD
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Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- WVU
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 3-0
Josh Lambert 27 yd FG GOOD
- ASU
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 3-3
Zane Gonzalez 37 yd FG GOOD
- WVU
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 6-3
Josh Lambert 31 yd FG GOOD
- WVU
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 9-3
Josh Lambert 21 yd FG GOOD
- ASU
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 9-6
Zane Gonzalez 35 yd FG GOOD
- WVU
Q2TD DSDaikiel ShortsPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 15-6
Skyler Howard pass complete to Daikiel Shorts for 10 yds for a TD, (Josh Lambert PAT BLOCKED), (Josh Lambert PAT BLOCKED)
- ASU
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 15-9
Zane Gonzalez 19 yd FG GOOD
- WVU
Q2TD SGShelton GibsonPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 21-9
Skyler Howard pass complete to Shelton Gibson for 59 yds for a TD, (Josh Lambert KICK)
- ASU
Q2TD DLDevin LucienPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 21-15
Mike Bercovici pass complete to Devin Lucien for 19 yds for a TD, (Zane Gonzalez KICK)
- WVU
Q3TD DSDaikiel ShortsPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 27-15
Skyler Howard pass complete to Daikiel Shorts for 17 yds for a TD, (Josh Lambert KICK)
- ASU
Q3TD TWTim WhitePoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 27-21
Mike Bercovici pass complete to Tim White for 33 yds for a TD, (Zane Gonzalez KICK)
- WVU
Q3TD GJGary JenningsPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 33-21
Gary Jennings 64 Yd pass from Skyler Howard (Josh Lambert Kick)
- ASU
Q3TD TWTim WhitePoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 33-27
Mike Bercovici pass complete to Tim White for 2 yds for a TD, (Zane Gonzalez KICK)
- WVU
Q4TD DSDavid SillsPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 39-27
Skyler Howard pass complete to David Sills for 15 yds for a TD, (Josh Lambert KICK)
- ASU
Q4TD GCGary ChambersPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 39-33
Mike Bercovici pass complete to Gary Chambers for 58 yds for a TD, (Zane Gonzalez KICK)
- ASU
Q4FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 39-36
Zane Gonzalez 48 yd FG GOOD
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Mike Bercovici (9) — 0.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.52 EPA/play +21.12 EPA
- Skyler Howard (277) — 0.0 yds · 5 TD · +0.38 EPA/play +17.10 EPA
Rushing
- Wendell Smallwood (277) — 0.0 yds +0.04 EPA
- Kalen Ballage (9) — 0.0 yds -0.51 EPA
- Demario Richard (9) — 0.0 yds -0.12 EPA
Receiving
- Devin Lucien (9) — 9 rec · 0.0 yds +0.81 EPA
- D.J. Foster (9) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds -0.17 EPA
- Ka'Raun White (277) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds +0.82 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Bercovici | 9 | 41 | 70.7% | 0 | 4 | +0.52 | +21.12 |
| Skyler Howard | 277 | 45 | 62.2% | 0 | 5 | +0.38 | +17.10 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | WVU | ASU |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 277 | 2 | 0 | +1.17 | Ended |
| Q1 | 9 | 5 | 0 | -0.64 | Punt |
| Q1 | 277 | 0 | 0 | — | Field goal |
| Q1 | 277 | 5 | 0 | +0.69 | Ended |
| Q1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | — | Field goal |
| Q1 | 9 | 3 | 0 | -1.75 | Ended |
| Q1 | 277 | 3 | 0 | -6.01 | Interception |
| Q1 | 9 | 3 | 0 | -2.18 | Punt |
| Q1 | 277 | 0 | 0 | — | Field goal |
| Q1 | 277 | 7 | 0 | +0.11 | Ended |
| Q1 | 9 | 3 | 0 | -3.15 | Punt |
| Q1 | 277 | 0 | 0 | — | Field goal |
| Q1 | 277 | 8 | 0 | +3.76 | Ended |
| Q2 | 9 | 3 | 0 | +1.37 | Field goal |
| Q2 | 277 | 1 | 0 | +3.01 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | 277 | 7 | 0 | +2.48 | Ended |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q2 · West Virginia Mountaineers · Tim White Defensive PAT Conversion (-7.2 EPA)
- Q4 · Arizona State Sun Devils · Mike Bercovici pass complete to Gary Chambers for 58 yds for a TD, (Zane Gonzalez KICK) (+6.18 EPA)
- Q3 · West Virginia Mountaineers · Skyler Howard pass intercepted Kareem Orr return for 25 yds to the WVirg 35 (-5.96 EPA)
- Q2 · West Virginia Mountaineers · Skyler Howard pass complete to Shelton Gibson for 59 yds for a TD, (Josh Lambert KICK) (+5.57 EPA)
- Q1 · West Virginia Mountaineers · Skyler Howard pass intercepted Salamo Fiso return for 18 yds to the WVirg 22 (-5.51 EPA)
- Q3 · West Virginia Mountaineers · Gary Jennings 64 Yd pass from Skyler Howard (Josh Lambert Kick) (+5.26 EPA)
- Q1 · West Virginia Mountaineers · Skyler Howard pass complete to Ka'Raun White for 53 yds to the ArzSt 27 for a 1ST down (+3.87 EPA)
- Q3 · Arizona State Sun Devils · Zane Gonzalez 40 yd FG MISSED (-3.77 EPA)
Key takeaways
- West Virginia Mountaineers controlled the final (43–42) in Week 1.
- Passing edge: Mike Bercovici (9) — yds, 4 TD.
- EPA edge: WVU 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 West Virginia Mountaineers vs Arizona State Sun Devils?
West Virginia Mountaineers 43, Arizona State Sun Devils 42 in Week 1 of the 2015 college football season.
Who won West Virginia Mountaineers vs Arizona State Sun Devils?
West Virginia Mountaineers won with a final score of 43–42.
Where can I find the West Virginia Mountaineers vs Arizona State Sun Devils box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400852742.
Who led West Virginia Mountaineers vs Arizona State Sun Devils in passing?
Mike Bercovici (9) led passers with 0.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for West Virginia Mountaineers at Arizona State Sun Devils in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
West Virginia Mountaineers
Now 2-0 W
Arizona State Sun Devils
Now 0-2 L
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