Georgia Bulldogs vs. Michigan Wolverines: 2021 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Georgia Bulldogs defeated Michigan Wolverines 34–11 in Week 1, 2021. Final score: Georgia Bulldogs 34, Michigan Wolverines 11.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Georgia Bulldogs	12	12	0	6	34
Michigan Wolverines	0	3	0	6	11

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Stetson Bennett (61) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.60 EPA/play +17.53 EPA
• J.J. McCarthy (130) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.40 EPA/play +6.80 EPA
• Kenny McIntosh (61) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +1.78 EPA/play +1.78 EPA

Rushing

• Zamir White (61) — 0.0 yds
• Hassan Haskins (130) — 0.0 yds +0.25 EPA
• Kendall Milton (61) — 0.0 yds -0.80 EPA

Receiving

• Erick All (130) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds +0.52 EPA
• Brock Bowers (61) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.25 EPA
• Donovan Edwards (130) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds -0.04 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Stetson Bennett	61	29	69.0%	0	3	+0.60	+17.53
J.J. McCarthy	130	17	41.2%	0	1	+0.40	+6.80
Kenny McIntosh	61	1	100.0%	0	1	+1.78	+1.78
Cade McNamara	130	23	47.8%	0	0	-0.45	-10.27

Team EPA comparison

Stat	UGA	MICH
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	61	2	0	-1.54	Ended
Q1	130	6	0	-2.68	Punt
Q1	61	6	0	+3.90	Pass TD
Q1	130	7	0	-2.33	Ended
Q1	61	1	0	+1.40	Pass TD
Q1	61	10	0	+7.05	Ended
Q2	130	1	0	-0.13	Interception
Q2	61	1	0	+5.77	Pass TD
Q2	61	2	0	-0.12	Ended
Q2	130	3	0	-1.35	Punt
Q2	61	6	0	+0.54	Field goal
Q2	130	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	130	8	0	+1.81	Ended
Q2	61	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	61	8	0	+0.02	Ended
Q3	130	5	0	+1.09	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Michigan Wolverines · Cade McNamara pass intercepted, touchback. Derion Kendrick return for no gain (-5.92 EPA)
2. Q2 · Georgia Bulldogs · Stetson Bennett pass complete to Jermaine Burton for 57 yds for a TD, (Jack Podlesny KICK) (+5.77 EPA)
3. Q4 · Michigan Wolverines · J.J. McCarthy pass complete to Andrel Anthony for 35 yds for a TD, (A. Henning Run For Two-point Conversion) (+5.39 EPA)
4. Q4 · Michigan Wolverines · J.J. McCarthy pass complete to Donovan Edwards for 43 yds to the Geo 8 for a 1ST down (+4.69 EPA)
5. Q3 · Michigan Wolverines · Blake Corum run for 9 yds to the Geo 44 Blake Corum fumbled, forced by Nakobe Dean, recovered by Geo Devonte Wyatt (-3.96 EPA)
6. Q2 · Georgia Bulldogs · Stetson Bennett pass complete to James Cook for 53 yds to the Mich 15 for a 1ST down (+3.85 EPA)
7. Q3 · Michigan Wolverines · Cade McNamara pass complete to Erick All for 21 yds to the 50 yard line for a 1ST down (+3.81 EPA)
8. Q2 · Michigan Wolverines · Cade McNamara pass complete to Roman Wilson for 42 yds to the Geo 19 for a 1ST down (+3.74 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Georgia Bulldogs controlled the final (34–11) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Stetson Bennett (61) — yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: UGA 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 Georgia Bulldogs vs Michigan Wolverines?

Georgia Bulldogs 34, Michigan Wolverines 11 in Week 1 of the 2021 college football season.

Who won Georgia Bulldogs vs Michigan Wolverines?

Georgia Bulldogs won with a final score of 34–11.

Where can I find the Georgia Bulldogs vs Michigan Wolverines box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401331234.

Who led Georgia Bulldogs vs Michigan Wolverines in passing?

Stetson Bennett (61) led passers with 0.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Georgia Bulldogs at Michigan Wolverines in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.