Miami Hurricanes vs. LSU Tigers: 2018 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

LSU Tigers defeated Miami Hurricanes 33–17 in Week 1, 2018. Final score: Miami Hurricanes 17, LSU Tigers 33.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Miami Hurricanes	3	6	0	12	17
LSU Tigers	9	9	3	0	33

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Malik Rosier (2390) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.09 EPA/play +3.06 EPA
• Joe Burrow (99) — 0.0 yds · -0.24 EPA/play -5.36 EPA
• TEAM (2390) — 0.0 yds · -8.48 EPA/play -8.48 EPA

Rushing

• Nick Brossette (99) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD -0.14 EPA
• Malik Rosier (2390) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.09 EPA
• Clyde Edwards-Helaire (99) — 0.0 yds -0.42 EPA

Receiving

• Justin Jefferson (99) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.51 EPA
• Jeff Thomas (2390) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +1.53 EPA
• Lawrence Cager (2390) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +0.26 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Malik Rosier	2390	33	45.5%	0	1	+0.09	+3.06
Joe Burrow	99	22	50.0%	0	0	-0.24	-5.36
TEAM	2390	1	0.0%	0	0	-8.48	-8.48

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MIAMI	LSU
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	2390	1	0	-0.94	Ended
Q1	99	1	0	+4.55	Rush TD
Q1	2390	1	0	+1.21	Ended
Q1	99	4	0	+0.16	Ended
Q1	99	1	0	-0.85	Ended
Q1	2390	7	0	-0.61	Ended
Q1	2390	1	0	+0.70	Ended
Q1	99	3	0	-3.41	Ended
Q1	2390	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	2390	4	0	+0.06	Ended
Q1	99	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	2390	1	0	+1.27	Ended
Q1	99	5	0	-3.01	Ended
Q1	99	1	0	+0.02	Ended
Q1	2390	2	0	-2.39	Ended
Q1	2390	1	0	-0.86	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Miami Hurricanes · Jacob Phillips 45 Yd Interception Return (Cole Tracy Kick) (-8.48 EPA)
2. Q4 · Miami Hurricanes · Malik Rosier pass complete to Jeff Thomas for 50 yds to the LSU 32 for a 1ST down (+5.15 EPA)
3. Q3 · Miami Hurricanes · Malik Rosier pass intercepted John Battle return for 29 yds to the MiaFl 41 (-4.95 EPA)
4. Q1 · LSU Tigers · Nick Brossette 50 Yd Run (Cole Tracy Kick) (+4.55 EPA)
5. Q3 · Miami Hurricanes · Malik Rosier pass complete to Jeff Thomas for 32 yds to the LSU 26 for a 1ST down (+4.27 EPA)
6. Q4 · Miami Hurricanes · Brian Hightower 32 Yd pass from Malik Rosier (Bubba Baxa Kick) (+3.75 EPA)
7. Q3 · LSU Tigers · Bubba Baxa kickoff for 65 yds for a touchback (-3.27 EPA)
8. Q3 · LSU Tigers · Nick Brossette run for 9 yds to the LSU 34 (-3.26 EPA)

Key takeaways

• LSU Tigers controlled the final (33–17) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Malik Rosier (2390) — yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: MIAMI 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 Miami Hurricanes vs LSU Tigers?

Miami Hurricanes 17, LSU Tigers 33 in Week 1 of the 2018 college football season.

Who won Miami Hurricanes vs LSU Tigers?

LSU Tigers won with a final score of 17–33.

Where can I find the Miami Hurricanes vs LSU Tigers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401013095.

Who led Miami Hurricanes vs LSU Tigers in passing?

Malik Rosier (2390) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Miami Hurricanes at LSU Tigers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.