Abilene Christian Wildcats vs. Baylor Bears: 2018 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Baylor Bears defeated Abilene Christian Wildcats 55–27 in Week 1, 2018. Final score: Abilene Christian Wildcats 27, Baylor Bears 55.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Abilene Christian Wildcats	6	12	6	0	27
Baylor Bears	15	18	9	6	55

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Jalan McClendon (239) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.68 EPA/play +8.77 EPA
• Sema'J Davis (2000) — 0.0 yds · +0.94 EPA/play +1.89 EPA
• Charlie Brewer (239) — 0.0 yds · -0.11 EPA/play -1.64 EPA

Rushing

• John Lovett (239) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD +0.07 EPA
• Tracy James (2000) — 0.0 yds -0.38 EPA
• JaMycal Hasty (239) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.28 EPA

Receiving

• D.J. Fuller (2000) — 9 rec · 0.0 yds +0.97 EPA
• Chase Cokley (2000) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.49 EPA
• Kalin Sadler (2000) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds -0.22 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Jalan McClendon	239	13	76.9%	0	2	+0.68	+8.77
Sema'J Davis	2000	2	100.0%	0	0	+0.94	+1.89
Charlie Brewer	239	15	53.3%	0	0	-0.11	-1.64
Luke Anthony	2000	39	64.1%	0	2	-0.07	-2.62

Team EPA comparison

Stat	ACU	BAY
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	2000	1	0	+5.18	Pass TD
Q1	239	4	0	+0.84	Pass TD
Q1	2000	2	0	+1.81	Ended
Q1	239	2	0	+0.74	Pass TD
Q1	2000	4	0	-5.70	Interception
Q1	239	4	0	+2.18	Field goal
Q1	2000	6	0	-2.01	Punt
Q1	239	5	0	+0.58	Ended
Q1	2000	3	0	-2.40	Punt
Q1	239	4	0	-1.86	Punt
Q2	2000	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	239	1	0	+3.48	Rush TD
Q2	2000	6	0	+3.42	Ended
Q2	239	1	0	+1.37	Ended
Q2	2000	1	0	+7.04	Rush TD
Q2	239	3	0	+5.26	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Abilene Christian Wildcats · Billy McCrary run for 75 yds for a TD, (Oscar Hernandez KICK) (+7.04 EPA)
2. Q1 · Abilene Christian Wildcats · Luke Anthony pass intercepted Terrel Bernard return for 28 yds to the AblCh 16 (-6.66 EPA)
3. Q3 · Baylor Bears · John Lovett run for 7 yds to the AblCh 3 for a 1ST down (-5.49 EPA)
4. Q1 · Abilene Christian Wildcats · Luke Anthony pass complete to D.J. Fuller for 54 yds for a TD, (Oscar Hernandez KICK) (+5.18 EPA)
5. Q2 · Baylor Bears · JaMycal Hasty run for 54 yds for a TD, (Connor Martin KICK) (+4.62 EPA)
6. Q4 · Abilene Christian Wildcats · Luke Anthony pass complete to Tracy James for 3 yds to the Bayl 15 (-4.24 EPA)
7. Q3 · Abilene Christian Wildcats · Luke Anthony pass complete to Tracy James for 27 yds to the Bayl 38 for a 1ST down (+3.63 EPA)
8. Q3 · Abilene Christian Wildcats · Billy McCrary run for 47 yds to the Bayl 23 for a 1ST down (+3.56 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Baylor Bears controlled the final (55–27) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Jalan McClendon (239) — yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: ACU 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 Abilene Christian Wildcats vs Baylor Bears?

Abilene Christian Wildcats 27, Baylor Bears 55 in Week 1 of the 2018 college football season.

Who won Abilene Christian Wildcats vs Baylor Bears?

Baylor Bears won with a final score of 27–55.

Where can I find the Abilene Christian Wildcats vs Baylor Bears box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401013026.

Who led Abilene Christian Wildcats vs Baylor Bears in passing?

Jalan McClendon (239) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Abilene Christian Wildcats at Baylor Bears in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.