Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs. Vanderbilt Commodores: 2015 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers defeated Vanderbilt Commodores 14–12 in Week 1, 2015. Final score: Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 14, Vanderbilt Commodores 12.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers	0	0	6	6	14
Vanderbilt Commodores	0	3	0	9	12

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Brandon Doughty (98) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.03 EPA/play +0.71 EPA
• Johnny McCrary (238) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.19 EPA/play -5.85 EPA

Rushing

• Ralph Webb (238) — 0.0 yds -0.17 EPA
• Leon Allen (98) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.18 EPA
• Dallas Rivers (238) — 0.0 yds -0.62 EPA

Receiving

• Nicholas Norris (98) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds -0.47 EPA
• Tyler Higbee (98) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds +1.56 EPA
• Leon Allen (98) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds -0.53 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Brandon Doughty	98	27	70.4%	0	1	+0.03	+0.71
Johnny McCrary	238	31	58.1%	0	1	-0.19	-5.85

Team EPA comparison

Stat	WKU	VAN
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	238	5	0	+0.87	Ended
Q1	98	7	0	-4.22	Punt
Q1	238	3	0	-1.22	Punt
Q1	98	3	0	-1.99	Punt
Q1	238	7	0	-4.27	Punt
Q2	238	1	0	-0.01	Ended
Q2	238	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	98	3	0	+0.38	Ended
Q2	238	6	0	-0.04	Missed FG
Q2	98	3	0	-2.80	Punt
Q2	238	7	0	+0.55	Ended
Q2	98	1	0	-0.09	Punt
Q2	238	8	0	-1.99	Interception
Q3	98	1	0	+0.85	Rush TD
Q3	98	1	0	+3.87	Ended
Q3	238	2	0	-2.29	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Vanderbilt Commodores · Johnny McCrary pass intercepted, touchback. Nick Holt return for no gain (-6.16 EPA)
2. Q1 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Joseph Occhipinti punt for 34 yds , Tre Herndon returns for no gain to the Vandy 18 Tre Herndon fumbled, recovered by WKent Drew Davis (+5.39 EPA)
3. Q3 · Vanderbilt Commodores · Johnny McCrary pass intercepted, touchback. Nick Newton return for no gain (-5.39 EPA)
4. Q2 · Vanderbilt Commodores · Tommy Openshaw 28 yd FG MISSED (-3.94 EPA)
5. Q3 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Brandon Doughty pass complete to Tyler Higbee for 65 yds to the Vandy 4 for a 1ST down (+3.87 EPA)
6. Q2 · Vanderbilt Commodores · Johnny McCrary pass complete to DeAndre Woods for 11 yds to the WKent 33 for a 1ST down (+3.78 EPA)
7. Q1 · Vanderbilt Commodores · Johnny McCrary pass complete to Darrius Sims for 8 yds to the Vandy 35 VANDERBILT Penalty, personal foul (-15 Yards) to the Vandy 20 (-3.48 EPA)
8. Q1 · Vanderbilt Commodores · Johnny McCrary run for 15 yds to the Vandy 38 for a 1ST down (+3.37 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Western Kentucky Hilltoppers controlled the final (14–12) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Brandon Doughty (98) — yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: WKU 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 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Vanderbilt Commodores?

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 14, Vanderbilt Commodores 12 in Week 1 of the 2015 college football season.

Who won Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Vanderbilt Commodores?

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers won with a final score of 14–12.

Where can I find the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Vanderbilt Commodores box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400603839.

Who led Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Vanderbilt Commodores in passing?

Brandon Doughty (98) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at Vanderbilt Commodores in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.