Clemson Tigers vs. Alabama Crimson Tide: 2016 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Clemson Tigers defeated Alabama Crimson Tide 35–31 in Week 1, 2016. Final score: Clemson Tigers 35, Alabama Crimson Tide 31.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Clemson Tigers	0	6	6	18	35
Alabama Crimson Tide	6	6	9	6	31

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Deshaun Watson (228) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.36 EPA/play +19.78 EPA
• ArDarius Stewart (333) — 0.0 yds · +1.32 EPA/play +1.32 EPA
• TEAM (228) — 0.0 yds · -0.17 EPA/play -0.17 EPA

Rushing

• Wayne Gallman (228) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.59 EPA
• Deshaun Watson (228) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.23 EPA
• Bo Scarbrough (333) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.11 EPA

Receiving

• Hunter Renfrow (228) — 10 rec · 0.0 yds +0.85 EPA
• Mike Williams (228) — 8 rec · 0.0 yds +0.26 EPA
• Jordan Leggett (228) — 7 rec · 0.0 yds +0.59 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Deshaun Watson	228	55	65.5%	0	3	+0.36	+19.78
ArDarius Stewart	333	1	100.0%	0	0	+1.32	+1.32
TEAM	228	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.17	-0.17
Jalen Hurts	333	25	52.0%	0	1	-0.29	-7.21

Team EPA comparison

Stat	CLEM	ALA
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	228	1	0	-0.57	Ended
Q1	228	1	0	-0.25	Ended
Q1	333	3	0	-3.44	Ended
Q1	228	1	0	-4.66	Fumble
Q1	228	1	0	-0.83	Ended
Q1	228	1	0	+0.18	Ended
Q1	333	8	0	+0.06	Ended
Q1	333	1	0	-0.54	Ended
Q1	228	6	0	-1.50	Ended
Q1	333	1	0	+2.65	Rush TD
Q1	333	1	0	-0.12	Ended
Q1	228	1	0	-4.29	Ended
Q1	333	1	0	+1.32	Ended
Q1	228	5	0	-1.98	Ended
Q1	228	1	0	+1.04	Ended
Q1	333	3	0	-2.77	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Clemson Tigers · Wayne Gallman run for a loss of 4 yards to the Clem 34 Wayne Gallman fumbled, forced by Ryan Anderson, recovered by Alab Ryan Anderson at the Clem 28, return for 12 yds to the Clem 16 (-5.62 EPA)
2. Q3 · Alabama Crimson Tide · O.J. Howard 68 Yd pass from Jalen Hurts (Adam Griffith Kick) (+5.24 EPA)
3. Q1 · Clemson Tigers · Deshaun Watson run for a loss of 5 yards to the Clem 37 Deshaun Watson fumbled, recovered by Alab Ryan Anderson , return for 2 yds to the Clem 35 (-4.66 EPA)
4. Q1 · Clemson Tigers · Wayne Gallman run for no gain to the Alab 41 (-4.29 EPA)
5. Q4 · Alabama Crimson Tide · Jalen Hurts 30 Yd Run (Adam Griffith Kick) (+3.93 EPA)
6. Q3 · Clemson Tigers · Hunter Renfrow 24 Yd pass from Deshaun Watson (Greg Huegel Kick) (+3.93 EPA)
7. Q2 · Clemson Tigers · Deshaun Watson pass complete to Deon Cain for 43 yds to the Alab 39 for a 1ST down (+3.38 EPA)
8. Q2 · Alabama Crimson Tide · Bo Scarbrough 37 Yd Run (Adam Griffith Kick) (+3.38 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Clemson Tigers controlled the final (35–31) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Deshaun Watson (228) — yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: CLEM 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 Clemson Tigers vs Alabama Crimson Tide?

Clemson Tigers 35, Alabama Crimson Tide 31 in Week 1 of the 2016 college football season.

Who won Clemson Tigers vs Alabama Crimson Tide?

Clemson Tigers won with a final score of 35–31.

Where can I find the Clemson Tigers vs Alabama Crimson Tide box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400876570.

Who led Clemson Tigers vs Alabama Crimson Tide in passing?

Deshaun Watson (228) led passers with 0.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Clemson Tigers at Alabama Crimson Tide in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.