Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs. Wisconsin Badgers: 2018 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Wisconsin Badgers defeated Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 34–3 in Week 1, 2018. Final score: Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 3, Wisconsin Badgers 34.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers	0	0	0	0	3
Wisconsin Badgers	6	12	0	6	34

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Alex Hornibrook (275) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.40 EPA/play +12.02 EPA
• Davis Shanley (98) — 0.0 yds · +1.04 EPA/play +3.13 EPA
• Drew Eckels (98) — 0.0 yds · +0.02 EPA/play +0.51 EPA

Rushing

• Jonathan Taylor (275) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD -0.20 EPA
• Taiwan Deal (275) — 0.0 yds -0.01 EPA
• Drew Eckels (98) — 0.0 yds -0.38 EPA

Receiving

• Xavier Lane (98) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds -0.52 EPA
• A.J. Taylor (275) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.56 EPA
• Kendric Pryor (275) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds +0.77 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Alex Hornibrook	275	30	56.7%	0	2	+0.40	+12.02
Davis Shanley	98	3	66.7%	0	0	+1.04	+3.13
Drew Eckels	98	26	57.7%	0	0	+0.02	+0.51
TEAM	275	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.20	-0.20
Quin Jernighan	98	1	0.0%	0	0	-6.14	-6.14

Team EPA comparison

Stat	WKU	WIS
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	275	5	0	-2.23	Ended
Q1	98	8	0	+0.01	Punt
Q1	275	1	0	+3.27	Rush TD
Q1	98	3	0	-2.56	Punt
Q1	275	11	0	-0.84	Punt
Q2	98	1	0	-2.36	Ended
Q2	275	1	0	+1.77	Pass TD
Q2	275	9	0	+5.17	Ended
Q2	98	5	0	+0.23	Punt
Q2	275	1	0	+3.47	Rush TD
Q2	275	5	0	+1.81	Ended
Q2	98	3	0	-1.89	Punt
Q2	275	4	0	-1.76	Ended
Q2	98	3	0	-2.08	Punt
Q2	275	4	0	-1.94	Punt
Q2	98	3	0	-2.68	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Wisconsin Badgers · Jonathan Taylor run for 9 yds to the Wisc 18 Jonathan Taylor fumbled, forced by Ta'Corian Darden, recovered by WKent Drell Greene , return for 10 yds to the Wisc 18 (-7.04 EPA)
2. Q3 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Quin Jernighan pass intercepted Faion Hicks return for no gain to the Wisc 3 (-6.14 EPA)
3. Q4 · Wisconsin Badgers · Garrett Groshek 43 Yd pass from Alex Hornibrook (Rafael Gaglianone Kick) (+4.99 EPA)
4. Q3 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Drew Eckels pass incomplete to Xavier Lane (-4.42 EPA)
5. Q3 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Drew Eckels pass complete to Jacquez Sloan for 48 yds to the Wisc 9 for a 1ST down (+4.2 EPA)
6. Q4 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Davis Shanley run for 13 yds to the Wisc 1 Davis Shanley fumbled, forced by Eric Burrell, recovered by Wisc Chris Orr (-3.94 EPA)
7. Q4 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Davis Shanley pass complete to Quin Jernighan for 12 yds to the Wisc 32 for a 1ST down (+3.61 EPA)
8. Q2 · Wisconsin Badgers · Jonathan Taylor 30 Yd Run (Rafael Gaglianone Kick) (+3.47 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Wisconsin Badgers controlled the final (34–3) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Alex Hornibrook (275) — yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: WKU 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 Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Wisconsin Badgers?

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 3, Wisconsin Badgers 34 in Week 1 of the 2018 college football season.

Who won Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Wisconsin Badgers?

Wisconsin Badgers won with a final score of 3–34.

Where can I find the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Wisconsin Badgers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401013354.

Who led Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Wisconsin Badgers in passing?

Alex Hornibrook (275) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at Wisconsin Badgers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.