Cincinnati Bearcats vs. Virginia Tech Hokies: 2018 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Cincinnati Bearcats defeated Virginia Tech Hokies 35–31 in Week 1, 2018. Final score: Cincinnati Bearcats 35, Virginia Tech Hokies 31.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Cincinnati Bearcats	6	0	6	12	35
Virginia Tech Hokies	6	12	9	6	31

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Ryan Willis (259) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.23 EPA/play +7.36 EPA
• Desmond Ridder (2132) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +1.02 EPA/play +7.11 EPA
• Hayden Moore (2132) — 0.0 yds · -0.27 EPA/play -5.63 EPA

Rushing

• Michael Warren II (2132) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.50 EPA
• Deshawn McClease (259) — 0.0 yds +0.11 EPA
• Ryan Willis (259) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.35 EPA

Receiving

• Damon Hazelton (259) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.30 EPA
• Dalton Keene (259) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds -0.20 EPA
• Eric Kumah (259) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds +0.87 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Ryan Willis	259	32	62.5%	0	2	+0.23	+7.36
Desmond Ridder	2132	7	57.1%	0	1	+1.02	+7.11
Hayden Moore	2132	21	52.4%	0	0	-0.27	-5.63

Team EPA comparison

Stat	CIN	VT
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	259	3	0	-2.31	Ended
Q1	2132	10	0	+1.20	Punt
Q1	259	3	0	-2.66	Punt
Q1	2132	1	0	+5.01	Pass TD
Q1	2132	5	0	+0.91	Ended
Q1	259	1	0	+3.25	Pass TD
Q1	259	9	0	+2.86	Ended
Q2	2132	1	0	-0.62	Ended
Q2	259	5	0	+2.17	Missed FG
Q2	2132	7	0	+0.09	Punt
Q2	259	1	0	+0.83	Rush TD
Q2	259	10	0	+2.70	Touchdown
Q2	2132	6	0	+3.35	Ended
Q3	2132	4	0	+1.57	Ended
Q3	259	1	0	+0.98	Pass TD
Q3	259	13	0	+2.42	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Virginia Tech Hokies · Kahlil Lewis 0 Yd Fumble Return (Ryan Jones Kick) (-13.11 EPA)
2. Q1 · Cincinnati Bearcats · Desmond Ridder pass complete to Charles McClelland for 38 yds for a TD, (Ryan Jones KICK) (+5.01 EPA)
3. Q4 · Cincinnati Bearcats · Hayden Moore pass intercepted Dylan Rivers return for 18 yds to the Cincy 12 (-4.47 EPA)
4. Q4 · Virginia Tech Hokies · Ryan Willis run for a loss of 13 yards to the Cincy 16 Ryan Willis fumbled, recovered by Cincy Bryan Wright (-4.37 EPA)
5. Q1 · Virginia Tech Hokies · Ryan Willis pass complete to Chris Cunningham for 20 yds to the Cincy 22 for a 1ST down (+4.01 EPA)
6. Q3 · Cincinnati Bearcats · Michael Warren II run for 40 yds for a TD, (Ryan Jones KICK) (+3.87 EPA)
7. Q1 · Virginia Tech Hokies · Ryan Willis pass complete to Eric Kumah for 21 yds for a TD, (Brian Johnson KICK) (+3.25 EPA)
8. Q1 · Cincinnati Bearcats · Michael Warren II run for 26 yds to the VTech 40 for a 1ST down (+2.72 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Cincinnati Bearcats controlled the final (35–31) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Ryan Willis (259) — yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: CIN 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 Cincinnati Bearcats vs Virginia Tech Hokies?

Cincinnati Bearcats 35, Virginia Tech Hokies 31 in Week 1 of the 2018 college football season.

Who won Cincinnati Bearcats vs Virginia Tech Hokies?

Cincinnati Bearcats won with a final score of 35–31.

Where can I find the Cincinnati Bearcats vs Virginia Tech Hokies box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401032080.

Who led Cincinnati Bearcats vs Virginia Tech Hokies in passing?

Ryan Willis (259) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Cincinnati Bearcats at Virginia Tech Hokies in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.