Quick answer
LSU Tigers defeated Louisville Cardinals 29–9 in Week 1, 2016. Final score: LSU Tigers 29, Louisville Cardinals 9.
Game summary
LSU Tigers rolled past Louisville Cardinals 29–9 in Week 1 of the 2016 season.
- Scoring: 3 touchdowns, 5 field goals across 9 plays.
- Passing leader: Danny Etling (99) — 0.0 pass yds, 2 TD, +0.26 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Derrius Guice — 0.0 yds, 1 TD.
- Receiving leader: Malachi Dupre — 7 rec, 0.0 yds.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 LSU Tigers | 0 | 12 | 9 | 3 | 29 |
 Louisville Cardinals | 3 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 9 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
LSULSU TigersBlanton Creque 24 Yd Field Goal
Blanton Creque 47 Yd Field Goal
Team Safety
Derrius Guice 1 Yd pass from Danny Etling (Colby Delahoussaye Kick)
Colin Jeter 1 Yd pass from Danny Etling (Colby Delahoussaye Kick)
Colby Delahoussaye 42 Yd Field Goal
Derrius Guice 70 Yd Run (Colby Delahoussaye Kick)
Colby Delahoussaye 25 Yd Field Goal
Blanton Creque 30 Yd Field Goal
LOULouisville CardinalsFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- LOU
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 0-3
Blanton Creque 24 Yd Field Goal
- LOU
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 0-6
Blanton Creque 47 Yd Field Goal
- LOU
Q2Safety Points+2
- Yard line
- Own EZ
- Score
- 0-8
Team Safety
- LSU
Q2TD DGDerrius GuicePoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-8
Derrius Guice 1 Yd pass from Danny Etling (Colby Delahoussaye Kick)
- LSU
Q2TD CJColin JeterPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-8
Colin Jeter 1 Yd pass from Danny Etling (Colby Delahoussaye Kick)
- LSU
Q3FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 15-8
Colby Delahoussaye 42 Yd Field Goal
- LSU
Q3TD DGDerrius GuicePoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 21-8
Derrius Guice 70 Yd Run (Colby Delahoussaye Kick)
- LSU
Q4FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 24-8
Colby Delahoussaye 25 Yd Field Goal
- LOU
Q4FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 24-11
Blanton Creque 30 Yd Field Goal
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Danny Etling (99) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.26 EPA/play +7.55 EPA
- Lamar Jackson (97) — 0.0 yds · -0.36 EPA/play -11.38 EPA
Rushing
- Derrius Guice (99) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.17 EPA
- Lamar Jackson (97) — 0.0 yds -0.18 EPA
- Darrel Williams (99) — 0.0 yds -0.64 EPA
Receiving
- Malachi Dupre (99) — 7 rec · 0.0 yds +1.06 EPA
- D.J. Chark (99) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +1.05 EPA
- Seth Dawkins (97) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds -0.10 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danny Etling | 99 | 29 | 55.2% | 0 | 2 | +0.26 | +7.55 |
| Lamar Jackson | 97 | 32 | 31.2% | 0 | 0 | -0.36 | -11.38 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | LSU | LOU |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 99 | 6 | 0 | +3.38 | Ended |
| Q1 | 97 | 2 | 0 | -2.35 | Punt |
| Q1 | 99 | 4 | 0 | -2.08 | Punt |
| Q1 | 97 | 0 | 0 | — | Field goal |
| Q1 | 97 | 4 | 0 | +0.69 | Ended |
| Q1 | 99 | 3 | 0 | -1.72 | Punt |
| Q1 | 97 | 4 | 0 | -1.82 | Punt |
| Q1 | 99 | 6 | 0 | +0.55 | Missed FG |
| Q2 | 97 | 2 | 0 | -1.04 | Field goal |
| Q2 | 99 | 1 | 0 | -3.32 | Interception |
| Q2 | 97 | 0 | 0 | — | Safety |
| Q2 | 97 | 2 | 0 | -0.57 | Ended |
| Q2 | 99 | 4 | 0 | -1.47 | Punt |
| Q2 | 97 | 3 | 0 | -1.83 | Punt |
| Q2 | 99 | 2 | 0 | -0.78 | Punt |
| Q2 | 97 | 3 | 0 | -2.15 | Punt |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q2 · LSU Tigers · Danny Etling pass complete to D.J. Chark for 39 yds to the Lvile 2 for a 1ST down LOUISVILLE Penalty, Defensive Pass Interference ( Yards) declined for a 1ST down (+4.64 EPA)
- Q3 · LSU Tigers · Derrius Guice 70 Yd Run (Colby Delahoussaye Kick) (+4.13 EPA)
- Q2 · LSU Tigers · Danny Etling pass intercepted Zykiesis Cannon return for 1 yd to the LSU 33 (-3.32 EPA)
- Q1 · Louisville Cardinals · Lamar Jackson pass complete to James Quick for 53 yds to the LSU 9 for a 1ST down (+3.22 EPA)
- Q1 · LSU Tigers · Colby Delahoussaye 39 yd FG MISSED (-3.2 EPA)
- Q2 · LSU Tigers · Danny Etling pass complete to Malachi Dupre for 29 yds to the Lvile 35 for a 1ST down (+3.1 EPA)
- Q4 · Louisville Cardinals · Lamar Jackson run for 11 yds to the LSU 32 Lamar Jackson fumbled, recovered by LSU Duke Riley (-3.02 EPA)
- Q4 · Louisville Cardinals · Lamar Jackson pass complete to Charles Standberry for 1 yd to the LSU 4 (-3.0 EPA)
Key takeaways
- LSU Tigers controlled the final (29–9) in Week 1.
- Passing edge: Danny Etling (99) — yds, 2 TD.
- EPA edge: LSU 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 LSU Tigers vs Louisville Cardinals?
LSU Tigers 29, Louisville Cardinals 9 in Week 1 of the 2016 college football season.
Who won LSU Tigers vs Louisville Cardinals?
LSU Tigers won with a final score of 29–9.
Where can I find the LSU Tigers vs Louisville Cardinals box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400876106.
Who led LSU Tigers vs Louisville Cardinals in passing?
Danny Etling (99) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for LSU Tigers at Louisville Cardinals in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
LSU Tigers
Now 1-1 W
Louisville Cardinals
Now 1-1 L
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