Holy Cross Crusaders vs. UConn Huskies: 2021 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Holy Cross Crusaders defeated UConn Huskies 38–28 in Week 1, 2021. Final score: Holy Cross Crusaders 38, UConn Huskies 28.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Holy Cross Crusaders	6	9	6	6	38
UConn Huskies	12	12	6	0	28

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Matthew Sluka (107) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.15 EPA/play +1.77 EPA
• Jack Zergiotis (41) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.08 EPA/play +1.55 EPA
• Marco Siderman (107) — 0.0 yds · -0.47 EPA/play -1.88 EPA

Rushing

• Peter Oliver (107) — 0.0 yds +0.15 EPA
• Kevin Mensah (41) — 0.0 yds +0.38 EPA
• Matthew Sluka (107) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.92 EPA

Receiving

• Spencer Gilliam (107) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds +0.13 EPA
• Cameron Ross (41) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds +0.30 EPA
• Jalen Coker (107) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds +0.41 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Matthew Sluka	107	12	58.3%	0	2	+0.15	+1.77
Jack Zergiotis	41	19	63.2%	0	3	+0.08	+1.55
Marco Siderman	107	4	50.0%	0	0	-0.47	-1.88
TEAM	41	1	0.0%	0	0	-7.52	-7.52

Team EPA comparison

Stat	HC	CONN
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	41	1	0	+0.86	Ended
Q1	41	1	0	+0.88	Rush TD
Q1	107	3	0	-2.61	Ended
Q1	107	1	0	-3.71	Fumble
Q1	41	2	0	-0.40	Ended
Q1	107	1	0	-1.93	Ended
Q1	41	1	0	+4.19	Pass TD
Q1	41	1	0	+0.79	Punt
Q1	107	3	0	-2.53	Punt
Q1	41	2	0	-0.49	Punt
Q1	107	3	0	-2.80	Ended
Q1	41	4	0	-1.55	Ended
Q1	107	9	0	+4.77	Rush TD
Q2	107	3	0	+2.46	Field goal
Q2	41	1	0	+1.40	Pass TD
Q2	107	6	0	-0.93	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · UConn Huskies · Jason Modak 29 Yd Interception Return (Derek Ng Kick) (-7.52 EPA)
2. Q4 · UConn Huskies · Jack Zergiotis pass intercepted (-5.53 EPA)
3. Q1 · UConn Huskies · Jack Zergiotis pass complete to Keelan Marion for 50 yds for a TD, (Joe McFadden KICK) (+4.19 EPA)
4. Q1 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Jonathan Abrams run for a loss of 6 yards to the HCrss 2 (-3.71 EPA)
5. Q3 · UConn Huskies · Jack Zergiotis sacked for 0 yards to the UConn 47 (-3.23 EPA)
6. Q3 · UConn Huskies · Jack Zergiotis pass complete to Jayce Medlock for 8 yds for a TD, (Joe McFadden KICK) (+3.15 EPA)
7. Q2 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Matthew Sluka pass complete to Ayir Asante for 24 yds for a TD, (Derek Ng KICK) (+3.04 EPA)
8. Q3 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Peter Oliver run for 4 yds to the UConn 36 for a 1ST down (+3.01 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Holy Cross Crusaders controlled the final (38–28) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Matthew Sluka (107) — yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: HC 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 Holy Cross Crusaders vs UConn Huskies?

Holy Cross Crusaders 38, UConn Huskies 28 in Week 1 of the 2021 college football season.

Who won Holy Cross Crusaders vs UConn Huskies?

Holy Cross Crusaders won with a final score of 38–28.

Where can I find the Holy Cross Crusaders vs UConn Huskies box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401286188.

Who led Holy Cross Crusaders vs UConn Huskies in passing?

Matthew Sluka (107) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Holy Cross Crusaders at UConn Huskies in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.