Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs. Western Michigan Broncos: 2019 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers defeated Western Michigan Broncos 23–20 in Week 1, 2019. Final score: Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 23, Western Michigan Broncos 20.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers	0	15	0	12	23
Western Michigan Broncos	3	0	6	3	20

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Ty Storey (98) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.35 EPA/play +15.69 EPA
• Jon Wassink (2711) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.19 EPA/play -6.97 EPA
• TEAM (98) — 0.0 yds · -5.43 EPA/play -10.87 EPA

Rushing

• LeVante Bellamy (2711) — 0.0 yds -0.14 EPA
• Gaej Walker (98) — 0.0 yds -0.09 EPA
• Ty Storey (98) — 0.0 yds -0.38 EPA

Receiving

• Lucky Jackson (98) — 17 rec · 0.0 yds +0.67 EPA
• Giovanni Ricci (2711) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds -0.64 EPA
• Jahcour Pearson (98) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds -0.18 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Ty Storey	98	45	77.8%	0	2	+0.35	+15.69
Jon Wassink	2711	36	52.8%	0	1	-0.19	-6.97
TEAM	98	2	0.0%	0	0	-5.43	-10.87

Team EPA comparison

Stat	WKU	WMU
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	98	3	0	+0.54	Ended
Q1	2711	3	0	-2.41	Punt
Q1	98	3	0	-2.51	Punt
Q1	2711	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	2711	12	0	+0.89	Ended
Q1	98	4	0	-2.66	Interception
Q1	2711	6	0	-2.03	Punt
Q2	98	7	0	-8.75	Touchdown
Q2	98	6	0	+2.24	Ended
Q2	2711	2	0	-3.04	Interception
Q2	98	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	98	10	0	+2.69	Ended
Q2	2711	9	0	-4.81	Punt
Q2	98	1	0	+2.02	Pass TD
Q2	98	11	0	+2.34	Ended
Q3	2711	2	0	-2.58	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Kareem Ali 88 Yd Interception Return (Thiago Kapps Kick) (-11.55 EPA)
2. Q4 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Ty Storey pass complete to Lucky Jackson for 13 yds to the WMich 35 for a 1ST down (+4.07 EPA)
3. Q2 · Western Michigan Broncos · Mihalic, Nick punt 44 yards to the WESTERNKY33, out-of-bounds, PENALTY WESTERNKY roughing the kicker (Bishop, Beanie) 15 yards to the WESTMICH38, NO PLAY, 1ST DOWN WESTMICH. (+3.65 EPA)
4. Q2 · Western Michigan Broncos · Jon Wassink pass intercepted Kyle Bailey return for no gain to the WKent 41 (-3.4 EPA)
5. Q3 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Ty Storey run for no gain to the WKent 43 (-3.35 EPA)
6. Q3 · Western Michigan Broncos · Jon Wassink pass complete to Skyy Moore for 32 yds to the WMich 42 for a 1ST down (+3.04 EPA)
7. Q4 · Western Michigan Broncos · Jon Wassink pass incomplete to Giovanni Ricci (-2.98 EPA)
8. Q4 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Ty Storey pass complete to Lucky Jackson for 5 yds for a TD, (Cory Munson KICK) (+2.71 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Western Kentucky Hilltoppers controlled the final (23–20) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Ty Storey (98) — 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 Western Michigan Broncos?

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 23, Western Michigan Broncos 20 in Week 1 of the 2019 college football season.

Who won Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Western Michigan Broncos?

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers won with a final score of 23–20.

Where can I find the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Western Michigan Broncos box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401135280.

Who led Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Western Michigan Broncos in passing?

Ty Storey (98) 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 Western Michigan Broncos in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.