Duke Blue Devils vs. Charlotte 49ers: 2021 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Charlotte 49ers defeated Duke Blue Devils 31–28 in Week 1, 2021. Final score: Duke Blue Devils 28, Charlotte 49ers 31.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Duke Blue Devils	0	12	0	12	28
Charlotte 49ers	6	3	6	12	31

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Chris Reynolds (2429) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +1.17 EPA/play +26.99 EPA
• Gunnar Holmberg (150) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.24 EPA/play +5.82 EPA

Rushing

• Mataeo Durant (150) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD +0.63 EPA
• Shadrick Byrd (2429) — 0.0 yds -1.32 EPA
• Chris Reynolds (2429) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.02 EPA

Receiving

• Victor Tucker (2429) — 8 rec · 0.0 yds +1.25 EPA
• Jake Bobo (150) — 7 rec · 0.0 yds +0.79 EPA
• Grant DuBose (2429) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds +2.89 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Chris Reynolds	2429	23	78.3%	0	3	+1.17	+26.99
Gunnar Holmberg	150	24	79.2%	0	1	+0.24	+5.82

Team EPA comparison

Stat	DUKE	CLT
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	2429	1	0	+0.17	Ended
Q1	2429	1	0	+0.97	Punt
Q1	150	5	0	-1.53	Punt
Q1	2429	6	0	-1.17	Ended
Q1	150	1	0	-1.59	Ended
Q1	2429	1	0	+3.75	Pass TD
Q1	150	4	0	-0.37	Ended
Q1	2429	4	0	+1.72	Ended
Q1	150	9	0	+0.37	Ended
Q2	150	3	0	-0.25	Ended
Q2	2429	3	0	-1.41	Ended
Q2	150	2	0	+1.72	Rush TD
Q2	150	7	0	-3.19	Ended
Q2	2429	3	0	-1.70	Ended
Q2	150	1	0	+5.56	Pass TD
Q2	2429	0	0	—	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Duke Blue Devils · Jordan Waters run for 1 yd to the Charl 4 (-6.93 EPA)
2. Q3 · Charlotte 49ers · Shadrick Byrd run for no gain to the Duke 1 (-6.42 EPA)
3. Q2 · Duke Blue Devils · Gunnar Holmberg pass complete to Jordan Waters for 43 yds for a TD, (Charlie Ham KICK) (+5.56 EPA)
4. Q4 · Duke Blue Devils · Mataeo Durant run for 53 yds for a TD, (Charlie Ham KICK) (+5.25 EPA)
5. Q4 · Duke Blue Devils · Mataeo Durant run for 59 yds for a TD, (Charlie Ham KICK) (+4.9 EPA)
6. Q2 · Charlotte 49ers · Shadrick Byrd run for 3 yds to the Duke 15 (-4.64 EPA)
7. Q3 · Charlotte 49ers · Calvin Camp run for a loss of 5 yards to the Charl 44 (-4.48 EPA)
8. Q1 · Charlotte 49ers · Chris Reynolds pass complete to Grant DuBose for 56 yds for a TD, (Jonathan Cruz KICK) (+3.75 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Charlotte 49ers controlled the final (31–28) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Chris Reynolds (2429) — yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: DUKE 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 Duke Blue Devils vs Charlotte 49ers?

Duke Blue Devils 28, Charlotte 49ers 31 in Week 1 of the 2021 college football season.

Who won Duke Blue Devils vs Charlotte 49ers?

Charlotte 49ers won with a final score of 28–31.

Where can I find the Duke Blue Devils vs Charlotte 49ers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401282052.

Who led Duke Blue Devils vs Charlotte 49ers in passing?

Chris Reynolds (2429) led passers with 0.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Duke Blue Devils at Charlotte 49ers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.