Quick answer
Minnesota Golden Gophers defeated Washington State Cougars 17–12 in Week 1, 2016. Final score: Minnesota Golden Gophers 17, Washington State Cougars 12.
Game summary
Minnesota Golden Gophers edged Washington State Cougars 17–12 in Week 1 of the 2016 season.
- Scoring: 3 touchdowns, 3 field goals across 6 plays.
- Passing leader: Mitch Leidner (135) — 0.0 pass yds, 1 TD, +0.24 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Rodney Smith — 0.0 yds, 1 TD.
- Receiving leader: Robert Lewis — 6 rec, 0.0 yds.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Minnesota Golden Gophers | 0 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 17 |
 Washington State Cougars | 3 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 12 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
MINNMinnesota Golden GophersErik Powell 26 Yd Field Goal
Erik Powell 41 Yd Field Goal
Emmit Carpenter 43 Yd Field Goal
Mitch Leidner pass complete to Shannon Brooks for 13 yds for a TD, (Emmit Carpenter KICK)
Luke Falk pass complete to Kyle Sweet for 8 yds for a TD, (Two-Point Conversion failed )
Rodney Smith run for 9 yds for a TD, (Emmit Carpenter KICK)
WSUWashington State CougarsFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- WSU
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 0-3
Erik Powell 26 Yd Field Goal
- WSU
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 0-6
Erik Powell 41 Yd Field Goal
- MINN
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 3-6
Emmit Carpenter 43 Yd Field Goal
- MINN
Q3TD SBShannon BrooksPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 9-6
Mitch Leidner pass complete to Shannon Brooks for 13 yds for a TD, (Emmit Carpenter KICK)
- WSU
Q4TD KSKyle SweetPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 9-12
Luke Falk pass complete to Kyle Sweet for 8 yds for a TD, (Two-Point Conversion failed )
- MINN
Q4TD RSRodney SmithPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 15-12
Rodney Smith run for 9 yds for a TD, (Emmit Carpenter KICK)
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Mitch Leidner (135) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.24 EPA/play +4.10 EPA
- Luke Falk (265) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.12 EPA/play -5.90 EPA
Rushing
- Rodney Smith (135) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.10 EPA
- Shannon Brooks (135) — 0.0 yds -0.25 EPA
- Mitch Leidner (135) — 0.0 yds +0.30 EPA
Receiving
- Robert Lewis (265) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.43 EPA
- Drew Wolitarsky (135) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +1.34 EPA
- Gabe Marks (265) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds -0.21 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitch Leidner | 135 | 17 | 64.7% | 0 | 1 | +0.24 | +4.10 |
| Luke Falk | 265 | 50 | 60.0% | 0 | 1 | -0.12 | -5.90 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | MINN | WSU |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 135 | 4 | 0 | +1.01 | Ended |
| Q1 | 265 | 4 | 0 | -1.60 | Punt |
| Q1 | 135 | 5 | 0 | -0.82 | Punt |
| Q1 | 265 | 0 | 0 | — | Field goal |
| Q1 | 265 | 16 | 0 | -5.47 | Ended |
| Q1 | 135 | 3 | 0 | -3.02 | Punt |
| Q2 | 135 | 2 | 0 | +0.99 | Ended |
| Q2 | 265 | 0 | 0 | — | Field goal |
| Q2 | 265 | 6 | 0 | -0.19 | Ended |
| Q2 | 135 | 3 | 0 | -0.02 | Ended |
| Q2 | 265 | 2 | 0 | -1.62 | Ended |
| Q2 | 135 | 1 | 0 | -0.40 | Punt |
| Q2 | 265 | 3 | 0 | -2.44 | Punt |
| Q2 | 135 | 0 | 0 | — | Field goal |
| Q2 | 135 | 5 | 0 | +0.02 | Ended |
| Q2 | 265 | 3 | 0 | -1.40 | Ended |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q1 · Washington State Cougars · Gerard Wicks run for 9 yds to the Minn 2 WASHINGTON ST Penalty, Offensive Holding (Tavares Martin Jr.) to the Minn 12 (-8.31 EPA)
- Q3 · Washington State Cougars · Luke Falk sacked by Blake Cashman for a loss of 6 yards to the Minn 42 (-3.29 EPA)
- Q3 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Mitch Leidner pass complete to Shannon Brooks for 13 yds for a TD, (Emmit Carpenter KICK) (+3.14 EPA)
- Q4 · Washington State Cougars · Luke Falk pass intercepted Adekunle Ayinde return for 23 yds to the WshSt 30 (-2.94 EPA)
- Q4 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Mitch Leidner pass complete to Drew Wolitarsky for 20 yds to the WshSt 39 for a 1ST down (+2.67 EPA)
- Q4 · Washington State Cougars · Luke Falk pass complete to James Williams for 29 yds to the Minn 8 for a 1ST down (+2.61 EPA)
- Q4 · Washington State Cougars · Luke Falk pass complete to Kyle Sweet for 8 yds for a TD, (Two-Point Conversion failed ) (+2.45 EPA)
- Q1 · Washington State Cougars · Luke Falk pass complete to Robert Lewis for 25 yds to the Minn 32 for a 1ST down (+2.41 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Minnesota Golden Gophers controlled the final (17–12) in Week 1.
- Passing edge: Mitch Leidner (135) — yds, 1 TD.
- EPA edge: MINN 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 Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Washington State Cougars?
Minnesota Golden Gophers 17, Washington State Cougars 12 in Week 1 of the 2016 college football season.
Who won Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Washington State Cougars?
Minnesota Golden Gophers won with a final score of 17–12.
Where can I find the Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Washington State Cougars box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400876095.
Who led Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Washington State Cougars in passing?
Mitch Leidner (135) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Minnesota Golden Gophers at Washington State Cougars in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Minnesota Golden Gophers
Now 2-0 W
Washington State Cougars
Now 0-2 L
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