Western Michigan Broncos vs. Lindenwood Belleville Lynx: 2016 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Western Michigan Broncos defeated Lindenwood Belleville Lynx 22–21 in Week 1, 2016. Final score: Western Michigan Broncos 22, Lindenwood Belleville Lynx 21.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Western Michigan Broncos	0	6	9	6	22
Lindenwood Belleville Lynx	0	0	0	0	21

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Clayton Thorson (77) — 0.0 yds · +0.39 EPA/play +8.47 EPA
• Zach Terrell (2711) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.05 EPA/play +1.57 EPA

Rushing

• Justin Jackson (77) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD +0.17 EPA
• Jamauri Bogan (2711) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.37 EPA
• Jarvion Franklin (2711) — 0.0 yds -0.20 EPA

Receiving

• Corey Davis (2711) — 7 rec · 0.0 yds +0.24 EPA
• Michael Henry (2711) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.02 EPA
• Austin Carr (77) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +1.68 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Clayton Thorson	77	22	68.2%	0	0	+0.39	+8.47
Zach Terrell	2711	34	73.5%	0	1	+0.05	+1.57

Team EPA comparison

Stat	WMU	NW
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	2711	2	0	+1.18	Ended
Q1	77	4	0	-1.72	Punt
Q1	2711	7	0	-1.03	Missed FG
Q1	77	3	0	-2.94	Punt
Q1	2711	6	0	-2.51	Punt
Q1	77	1	0	+1.73	Rush TD
Q1	77	13	0	+4.40	Ended
Q2	77	1	0	-0.02	Ended
Q2	2711	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	2711	7	0	+0.02	Ended
Q2	77	1	0	-1.88	Ended
Q2	77	6	0	+0.35	Ended
Q2	2711	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	2711	14	0	+3.66	Ended
Q3	77	1	0	+0.54	Ended
Q3	2711	0	0	—	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Northwestern Wildcats · Clayton Thorson run for 5 yds Clayton Thorson fumbled, forced by Robert Spillane, recovered by WMich Davontae Ginwright (-6.07 EPA)
2. Q3 · Northwestern Wildcats · Justin Jackson 46 Yd Run (Jack Mitchell Kick) (+4.9 EPA)
3. Q4 · Northwestern Wildcats · Clayton Thorson pass complete to Justin Jackson for 37 yds to the WMich 1 for a 1ST down (+3.75 EPA)
4. Q1 · Northwestern Wildcats · Clayton Thorson pass complete to Austin Carr for 14 yds to the WMich 17 for a 1ST down (+3.6 EPA)
5. Q2 · Western Michigan Broncos · Zach Terrell run for 18 yds to the Nwest 42 for a 1ST down (+3.05 EPA)
6. Q1 · Western Michigan Broncos · Butch Hampton 50 yd FG MISSED (-2.85 EPA)
7. Q3 · Northwestern Wildcats · Clayton Thorson sacked by Caleb Bailey for a loss of 10 yards to the Nwest 20 (-2.6 EPA)
8. Q4 · Northwestern Wildcats · Clayton Thorson pass complete to Austin Carr for 29 yds to the WMich 32 for a 1ST down (+2.49 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Western Michigan Broncos controlled the final (22–21) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Clayton Thorson (77) — yds.
• EPA edge: WMU 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 Michigan Broncos vs Lindenwood Belleville Lynx?

Western Michigan Broncos 22, Lindenwood Belleville Lynx 21 in Week 1 of the 2016 college football season.

Who won Western Michigan Broncos vs Lindenwood Belleville Lynx?

Western Michigan Broncos won with a final score of 22–21.

Where can I find the Western Michigan Broncos vs Lindenwood Belleville Lynx box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400869267.

Who led Western Michigan Broncos vs Lindenwood Belleville Lynx in passing?

Clayton Thorson (77) led passers with 0.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

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