Quick answer
Illinois Fighting Illini defeated Methodist Monarchs 52–3 in Week 1, 2016. Final score: Methodist Monarchs 3, Illinois Fighting Illini 52.
Game summary
Illinois Fighting Illini dominated Methodist Monarchs 52–3 in Week 1 of the 2016 season.
- Scoring: 7 touchdowns, 2 field goals across 9 plays.
- Passing leader: Wes Lunt (356) — 0.0 pass yds, 3 TD, +0.54 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Ke'Shawn Vaughn — 0.0 yds, 1 TD.
- Receiving leader: Jesse Blackburn — 4 rec, 0.0 yds.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| 12 | 18 | 6 | 9 | 52 |
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Wes Lunt (356) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.54 EPA/play +12.50 EPA
- Cameron Birse (93) — 0.0 yds · -0.26 EPA/play -1.06 EPA
- Houston Hartz (93) — 0.0 yds · -1.27 EPA/play -1.27 EPA
Rushing
- Ke'Shawn Vaughn (356) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.52 EPA
- Tre Nation (356) — 0.0 yds -0.18 EPA
- Reggie Corbin (356) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.28 EPA
Receiving
- Jesse Blackburn (93) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds +0.73 EPA
- Caleb Reams (356) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds -0.43 EPA
- Demetric Johnson (93) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds -0.04 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wes Lunt | 23 | 65.2% | 0 | 3 | +0.54 | +12.50 | |
| Cameron Birse | 4 | 50.0% | 0 | 0 | -0.26 | -1.06 | |
| Houston Hartz | 1 | 100.0% | 0 | 0 | -1.27 | -1.27 | |
| Chayce Crouch | 3 | 33.3% | 0 | 0 | -0.89 | -2.66 | |
| Kd Humphries | 33 | 54.5% | 0 | 0 | -0.17 | -5.48 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | ||
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3 | 0 | -2.18 | Ended | |
| Q1 | 7 | 0 | -2.23 | Punt | |
| Q1 | 6 | 0 | -3.02 | Punt | |
| Q1 | 1 | 0 | +4.12 | Pass TD | |
| Q1 | 3 | 0 | -1.16 | Ended | |
| Q1 | 1 | 0 | +2.46 | Pass TD | |
| Q1 | 6 | 0 | -3.11 | Interception | |
| Q1 | 7 | 0 | -0.12 | Ended | |
| Q1 | 2 | 0 | -0.52 | Interception | |
| Q2 | 1 | 0 | +6.46 | Rush TD | |
| Q2 | 1 | 0 | -0.09 | Field goal | |
| Q2 | 2 | 0 | +0.10 | Ended | |
| Q2 | 1 | 0 | -1.84 | Ended | |
| Q2 | 1 | 0 | +5.42 | Rush TD | |
| Q2 | 7 | 0 | +4.80 | Missed FG | |
| Q2 | 4 | 0 | +0.43 | Rush TD |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q2 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Kendrick Foster run for 56 yds for a TD, (Chase McLaughlin KICK) (+6.46 EPA)
- Q2 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Kendrick Foster run for 56 yds for a TD, (Chase McLaughlin KICK) (+5.42 EPA)
- Q4 · Illinois Fighting Illini · TEAM run for a loss of 1 yard to the MurrS 5 (-5.4 EPA)
- Q4 · Murray State Racers · TEAM run for a loss of 6 yards to the MurrS 4 TEAM fumbled, recovered by Illin Patrick Nelson (-4.71 EPA)
- Q3 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Wes Lunt pass complete to Desmond Cain for 30 yds for a TD, (Chase McLaughlin KICK) (+4.2 EPA)
- Q1 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Wes Lunt pass complete to Malik Turner for 68 yds for a TD, (Chase McLaughlin KICK) (+4.12 EPA)
- Q3 · Murray State Racers · Kd Humphries pass complete to Jordon Gandy for 29 yds to the MurrS 43 for a 1ST down (+2.73 EPA)
- Q1 · Murray State Racers · Kd Humphries pass intercepted Taylor Barton return for no gain to the Illin 32 (-2.64 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Illinois Fighting Illini controlled the final (52–3) in Week 1.
- Passing edge: Wes Lunt (356) — yds, 3 TD.
- EPA edge: MURR 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 Methodist Monarchs vs Illinois Fighting Illini?
Methodist Monarchs 3, Illinois Fighting Illini 52 in Week 1 of the 2016 college football season.
Who won Methodist Monarchs vs Illinois Fighting Illini?
Illinois Fighting Illini won with a final score of 3–52.
Where can I find the Methodist Monarchs vs Illinois Fighting Illini box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400869652.
Who led Methodist Monarchs vs Illinois Fighting Illini in passing?
Wes Lunt (356) led passers with 0.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Methodist Monarchs at Illinois Fighting Illini in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Methodist Monarchs
Now 0-1 L
Illinois Fighting Illini
Now 1-0 W