Boston College Eagles vs. Northern Illinois Huskies: 2017 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Boston College Eagles defeated Northern Illinois Huskies 23–20 in Week 1, 2017. Final score: Boston College Eagles 23, Northern Illinois Huskies 20.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Boston College Eagles	3	9	6	3	23
Northern Illinois Huskies	3	6	6	3	20

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Christian Blake (2459) — 0.0 yds · +0.96 EPA/play +0.96 EPA
• Anthony Brown (103) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.03 EPA/play -1.22 EPA
• Ryan Graham (2459) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.16 EPA/play -5.70 EPA

Rushing

• Jon Hilliman (103) — 0.0 yds -0.44 EPA
• Ryan Graham (2459) — 0.0 yds +0.15 EPA
• Marcus Jones (2459) — 0.0 yds -0.00 EPA

Receiving

• Michael Walker (103) — 8 rec · 0.0 yds -0.14 EPA
• Chad Beebe (2459) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.16 EPA
• Kobay White (103) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.84 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Christian Blake	2459	1	100.0%	0	0	+0.96	+0.96
Anthony Brown	103	42	61.9%	0	2	-0.03	-1.22
Ryan Graham	2459	35	42.9%	0	2	-0.16	-5.70

Team EPA comparison

Stat	BC	NIU
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	103	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	2459	1	0	+3.89	Ended
Q1	103	7	0	+7.83	Ended
Q1	2459	6	0	-2.50	Punt
Q1	103	5	0	-1.17	Punt
Q1	2459	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	2459	6	0	-1.13	Ended
Q1	103	6	0	-4.22	Interception
Q1	2459	3	0	-2.63	Punt
Q1	103	5	0	+0.76	Pass TD
Q2	2459	1	0	-0.09	Ended
Q2	103	4	0	+3.88	Ended
Q2	2459	3	0	-1.47	Punt
Q2	103	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	103	12	0	+2.19	Ended
Q2	2459	3	0	-2.59	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Boston College Eagles · Anthony Brown pass complete to Jeff Smith for 3 yds to the NoIll 44 for a 1ST down NORTHERNIL Penalty, personal foul (15 Yards) to the NoIll 41 for a 1ST down (+8.33 EPA)
2. Q4 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Chad Beebe run for a loss of 1 yard to the BC 36 (-4.47 EPA)
3. Q1 · Boston College Eagles · Anthony Brown pass intercepted Kyle Pugh return for no gain to the NoIll 40 (-4.0 EPA)
4. Q1 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Ryan Graham run for 60 yds to the BC 15 for a 1ST down (+3.89 EPA)
5. Q4 · Boston College Eagles · Anthony Brown pass complete to Kobay White for 12 yds to the NoIll 24 for a 1ST down (+2.94 EPA)
6. Q3 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Ryan Graham pass complete to Chad Beebe for 46 yds to the BC 11 for a 1ST down (+2.88 EPA)
7. Q2 · Boston College Eagles · Team run for a loss of 18 yards to the BC 45 (-2.79 EPA)
8. Q2 · Boston College Eagles · Anthony Brown pass complete to Kobay White for 20 yds to the NoIll 22 for a 1ST down (+2.59 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Boston College Eagles controlled the final (23–20) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Christian Blake (2459) — yds.
• EPA edge: BC 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 Boston College Eagles vs Northern Illinois Huskies?

Boston College Eagles 23, Northern Illinois Huskies 20 in Week 1 of the 2017 college football season.

Who won Boston College Eagles vs Northern Illinois Huskies?

Boston College Eagles won with a final score of 23–20.

Where can I find the Boston College Eagles vs Northern Illinois Huskies box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400937446.

Who led Boston College Eagles vs Northern Illinois Huskies in passing?

Christian Blake (2459) led passers with 0.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

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