Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Rutgers Scarlet Knights: 2020 Week 16 Recap

Quick answer

Nebraska Cornhuskers defeated Rutgers Scarlet Knights 28–21 in Week 16, 2020. Final score: Nebraska Cornhuskers 28, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 21.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Nebraska Cornhuskers	0	6	12	6	28
Rutgers Scarlet Knights	3	9	6	0	21

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Adrian Martinez (158) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.15 EPA/play +4.81 EPA
• Johnny Langan (164) — 0.0 yds · -2.09 EPA/play -4.17 EPA
• Artur Sitkowski (164) — 0.0 yds · -0.33 EPA/play -6.33 EPA

Rushing

• Dedrick Mills (158) — 0.0 yds +0.16 EPA
• Adrian Martinez (158) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.22 EPA
• Johnny Langan (164) — 0.0 yds -0.29 EPA

Receiving

• Dedrick Mills (158) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.29 EPA
• Bo Melton (164) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.23 EPA
• Wan'Dale Robinson (158) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +1.47 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Adrian Martinez	158	31	77.4%	0	1	+0.15	+4.81
Johnny Langan	164	2	50.0%	0	0	-2.09	-4.17
Artur Sitkowski	164	19	52.6%	0	0	-0.33	-6.33

Team EPA comparison

Stat	NEB	RUTG
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	164	3	0	+1.06	Ended
Q1	158	3	0	-0.51	Punt
Q1	164	3	0	-3.27	Punt
Q1	158	1	0	-5.03	Fumble
Q1	164	5	0	-1.22	Punt
Q1	158	5	0	-0.57	Punt
Q1	164	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	164	4	0	+0.81	Ended
Q1	158	8	0	-2.56	Fumble
Q2	164	1	0	+0.99	Ended
Q2	158	7	0	-0.25	Punt
Q2	164	1	0	+5.90	Rush TD
Q2	164	5	0	+1.16	Ended
Q2	158	7	0	-4.47	Interception
Q2	164	7	0	-3.25	Ended
Q2	158	1	0	+2.28	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Isaih Pacheco run for 33 yds for a TD, (Artur Sitkowski pass to Bo Melton for Two-Point Conversion) (+5.9 EPA)
2. Q1 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Adrian Martinez run for 9 yds to the Rutgr 47 Adrian Martinez fumbled, recovered by Rutgr (-5.03 EPA)
3. Q3 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Connor Culp kickoff for 63 yds , Aron Cruickshank return for 98 yds for a TD, (Valentino Ambrosio KICK) (+4.88 EPA)
4. Q3 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Adrian Martinez pass intercepted Christian Izien return for 9 yds to the Neb 45 (-4.85 EPA)
5. Q3 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Adrian Martinez run for 41 yds for a TD, (Connor Culp KICK) (+4.79 EPA)
6. Q2 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Adrian Martinez pass intercepted, touchback. Christian Izien return for no gain (-4.4 EPA)
7. Q2 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Adam Korsak run for 17 yds to the Rutgr 49 for a 1ST down (+3.8 EPA)
8. Q3 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Adrian Martinez pass complete to Wan'Dale Robinson for 14 yds for a TD, (Connor Culp KICK) (+3.68 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Nebraska Cornhuskers controlled the final (28–21) in Week 16.
• Passing edge: Adrian Martinez (158) — yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: NEB 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 Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights?

Nebraska Cornhuskers 28, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 21 in Week 16 of the 2020 college football season.

Who won Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights?

Nebraska Cornhuskers won with a final score of 28–21.

Where can I find the Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401269382.

Who led Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights in passing?

Adrian Martinez (158) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Nebraska Cornhuskers at Rutgers Scarlet Knights in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.