BYU Cougars vs. Wisconsin Badgers: 2018 Week 3 Recap

Quick answer

BYU Cougars defeated Wisconsin Badgers 24–21 in Week 3, 2018. Final score: BYU Cougars 24, Wisconsin Badgers 21.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
BYU Cougars	6	6	6	3	24
Wisconsin Badgers	6	6	0	6	21

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Aleva Hifo (252) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +2.61 EPA/play +2.61 EPA
• Alex Hornibrook (275) — 0.0 yds · -0.01 EPA/play -0.24 EPA
• Tanner Mangum (252) — 0.0 yds · -0.29 EPA/play -6.42 EPA

Rushing

• Jonathan Taylor (275) — 0.0 yds +0.11 EPA
• Squally Canada (252) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.72 EPA
• Taiwan Deal (275) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.28 EPA

Receiving

• Moroni Laulu-Pututau (252) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds -0.10 EPA
• Danny Davis III (275) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds -0.25 EPA
• Jonathan Taylor (275) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds -0.20 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Aleva Hifo	252	1	100.0%	0	1	+2.61	+2.61
Alex Hornibrook	275	30	60.0%	0	0	-0.01	-0.24
Tanner Mangum	252	22	54.5%	0	0	-0.29	-6.42

Team EPA comparison

Stat	BYU	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	252	4	0	-0.79	Ended
Q1	275	4	0	-0.55	Punt
Q1	252	1	0	+1.19	Rush TD
Q1	252	5	0	+5.50	Ended
Q1	275	1	0	+1.39	Rush TD
Q1	275	7	0	+3.12	Ended
Q1	252	4	0	-1.97	Punt
Q1	275	3	0	-3.03	Punt
Q2	252	2	0	-2.01	Ended
Q2	275	1	0	+1.28	Rush TD
Q2	275	9	0	+5.41	Ended
Q2	252	6	0	-0.13	Missed FG
Q2	275	7	0	+0.68	Punt
Q2	252	1	0	+2.61	Pass TD
Q2	252	5	0	+4.12	Ended
Q3	275	4	0	+2.32	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Wisconsin Badgers · Alex Hornibrook pass intercepted Zayne Anderson return for 12 yds to the Wisc 27 (-4.78 EPA)
2. Q1 · BYU Cougars · Squally Canada run for 44 yds to the Wisc 28 for a 1ST down (+4.16 EPA)
3. Q2 · BYU Cougars · Tanner Mangum pass complete to Talon Shumway for 21 yds to the BYU 46 for a 1ST down (+3.11 EPA)
4. Q3 · Wisconsin Badgers · Garrett Groshek run for 31 yds to the 50 yard line for a 1ST down (+2.94 EPA)
5. Q4 · BYU Cougars · Squally Canada run for 46 yds to the Wisc 29 for a 1ST down (+2.93 EPA)
6. Q1 · Wisconsin Badgers · Alex Hornibrook pass complete to Jake Ferguson for 27 yds to the BYU 28 for a 1ST down (+2.8 EPA)
7. Q4 · Wisconsin Badgers · Alex Hornibrook pass complete to Jake Ferguson for 17 yds to the BYU 30 for a 1ST down (+2.77 EPA)
8. Q2 · BYU Cougars · Aleva Hifo pass complete to Moroni Laulu-Pututau for 31 yds for a TD, (Skyler Southam KICK) (+2.61 EPA)

Key takeaways

• BYU Cougars controlled the final (24–21) in Week 3.
• Passing edge: Aleva Hifo (252) — yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: BYU 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 BYU Cougars vs Wisconsin Badgers?

BYU Cougars 24, Wisconsin Badgers 21 in Week 3 of the 2018 college football season.

Who won BYU Cougars vs Wisconsin Badgers?

BYU Cougars won with a final score of 24–21.

Where can I find the BYU Cougars vs Wisconsin Badgers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401013356.

Who led BYU Cougars vs Wisconsin Badgers in passing?

Aleva Hifo (252) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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