Western Michigan Broncos vs. Nevada Wolf Pack: 2021 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Western Michigan Broncos defeated Nevada Wolf Pack 52–24 in Week 1, 2021. Final score: Western Michigan Broncos 52, Nevada Wolf Pack 24.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Western Michigan Broncos	12	15	6	6	52
Nevada Wolf Pack	3	6	6	6	24

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Kaleb Eleby (2711) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.87 EPA/play +11.25 EPA
• Nate Cox (2440) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.06 EPA/play -1.63 EPA

Rushing

• Jaxson Kincaide (2711) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.36 EPA
• Sean Tyler (2711) — 0.0 yds -0.02 EPA
• Toa Taua (2440) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.18 EPA

Receiving

• Jamaal Bell (2440) — 7 rec · 0.0 yds +0.93 EPA
• Skyy Moore (2711) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds -0.16 EPA
• Toa Taua (2440) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +0.27 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Kaleb Eleby	2711	13	61.5%	0	2	+0.87	+11.25
Nate Cox	2440	26	46.2%	0	1	-0.06	-1.63

Team EPA comparison

Stat	WMU	NEV
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	2711	8	0	+1.82	Ended
Q1	2440	3	0	-3.75	Punt
Q1	2711	1	0	+6.41	Pass TD
Q1	2711	5	0	-0.22	Ended
Q1	2440	3	0	-1.67	Punt
Q1	2711	0	0	—	Touchdown
Q1	2440	8	0	+0.75	Field goal
Q2	2711	6	0	+2.57	Interception
Q2	2440	3	0	-0.85	Punt
Q2	2711	1	0	+1.42	Rush TD
Q2	2711	7	0	+2.60	Ended
Q2	2440	3	0	-1.97	Punt
Q2	2711	1	0	+2.26	Pass TD
Q2	2711	5	0	+2.34	Ended
Q2	2440	1	0	+0.62	Rush TD
Q2	2440	6	0	+3.55	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Western Michigan Broncos · Kaleb Eleby pass complete to Corey Crooms for 74 yds for a TD, (Parker Sampson KICK) (+6.41 EPA)
2. Q1 · Western Michigan Broncos · Julian Diaz kickoff for 65 yds , Sean Tyler return for 100 yds for a TD, (Parker Sampson KICK) (+5.45 EPA)
3. Q2 · Nevada Wolf Pack · NEVADA Penalty, Personal Foul (-15 Yards) to the Nevad 20 (-4.44 EPA)
4. Q4 · Nevada Wolf Pack · Nate Cox pass complete to Jamaal Bell for 28 yds to the WMich 38 for a 1ST down (+4.33 EPA)
5. Q3 · Nevada Wolf Pack · Devonte Lee run for 33 yds to the WMich 2 for a 1ST down (+4.01 EPA)
6. Q3 · Western Michigan Broncos · Sean Tyler run for 70 yds to the Nevad 2 for a 1ST down (+3.56 EPA)
7. Q3 · Western Michigan Broncos · Sean Tyler run for 3 yds to the WMich 28 (-3.34 EPA)
8. Q3 · Western Michigan Broncos · Julian Diaz kickoff for 40 yds fair catch by Jack Sherwin at the WMich 25 (-3.31 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Western Michigan Broncos controlled the final (52–24) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Kaleb Eleby (2711) — yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: WMU 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 Michigan Broncos vs Nevada Wolf Pack?

Western Michigan Broncos 52, Nevada Wolf Pack 24 in Week 1 of the 2021 college football season.

Who won Western Michigan Broncos vs Nevada Wolf Pack?

Western Michigan Broncos won with a final score of 52–24.

Where can I find the Western Michigan Broncos vs Nevada Wolf Pack box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401331219.

Who led Western Michigan Broncos vs Nevada Wolf Pack in passing?

Kaleb Eleby (2711) 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 Michigan Broncos at Nevada Wolf Pack in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.