Quick answer
Oklahoma Sooners defeated Nebraska Cornhuskers 23–16 in Week 3, 2021. Final score: Nebraska Cornhuskers 16, Oklahoma Sooners 23.
Game summary
Oklahoma Sooners beat Nebraska Cornhuskers 23–16 in Week 3 of the 2021 season.
- Scoring: 5 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 6 plays.
- Passing leader: Adrian Martinez (158) — 0.0 pass yds, 1 TD, +0.61 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Eric Gray — 0.0 yds.
- Receiving leader: Jadon Haselwood — 6 rec, 0.0 yds.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Nebraska Cornhuskers | 3 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 16 |
 Oklahoma Sooners | 6 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 23 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
NEBNebraska CornhuskersConnor Culp 51 yd FG GOOD
Spencer Rattler run for 1 yd for a TD, (Gabe Brkic KICK)
Adrian Martinez run for 4 yds for a TD, (Kelen Meyer PAT BLOCKED)
Spencer Rattler pass complete to Jeremiah Hall for 1 yd for a TD, (Gabe Brkic KICK)
Adrian Martinez pass complete to Omar Manning for 21 yds for a TD, (Connor Culp KICK)
Kennedy Brooks run for 2 yds for a TD, (Gabe Brkic KICK)
OUOklahoma SoonersFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- NEB
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 3-0
Connor Culp 51 yd FG GOOD
- OU
Q1TD SRSpencer RattlerPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 3-6
Spencer Rattler run for 1 yd for a TD, (Gabe Brkic KICK)
- NEB
Q3TD AMAdrian MartinezPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 9-6
Adrian Martinez run for 4 yds for a TD, (Kelen Meyer PAT BLOCKED)
- OU
Q3TD JHJeremiah HallPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 9-12
Spencer Rattler pass complete to Jeremiah Hall for 1 yd for a TD, (Gabe Brkic KICK)
- NEB
Q4TD OMOmar ManningPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 15-12
Adrian Martinez pass complete to Omar Manning for 21 yds for a TD, (Connor Culp KICK)
- OU
Q4TD KBKennedy BrooksPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 15-18
Kennedy Brooks run for 2 yds for a TD, (Gabe Brkic KICK)
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Adrian Martinez (158) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.61 EPA/play +17.74 EPA
- Spencer Rattler (201) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.42 EPA/play +13.34 EPA
Rushing
- Eric Gray (201) — 0.0 yds +0.10 EPA
- Kennedy Brooks (201) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.10 EPA
- Adrian Martinez (158) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.00 EPA
Receiving
- Jadon Haselwood (201) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.59 EPA
- Austin Allen (158) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.64 EPA
- Mario Williams (201) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds +0.20 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adrian Martinez | 158 | 29 | 65.5% | 0 | 1 | +0.61 | +17.74 |
| Spencer Rattler | 201 | 32 | 75.0% | 0 | 1 | +0.42 | +13.34 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | NEB | OU |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 201 | 5 | 0 | -2.14 | Ended |
| Q1 | 158 | 0 | 0 | — | Field goal |
| Q1 | 158 | 13 | 0 | +3.91 | Ended |
| Q1 | 201 | 1 | 0 | +0.63 | Rush TD |
| Q1 | 201 | 13 | 0 | +6.37 | Ended |
| Q2 | 201 | 5 | 0 | +3.36 | Ended |
| Q2 | 158 | 9 | 0 | +0.04 | Punt |
| Q2 | 201 | 4 | 0 | +0.15 | Punt |
| Q2 | 158 | 6 | 0 | -0.65 | Missed FG |
| Q2 | 201 | 6 | 0 | -0.73 | Missed FG |
| Q2 | 158 | 3 | 0 | -2.50 | Punt |
| Q2 | 201 | 1 | 0 | -0.53 | Punt |
| Q3 | 158 | 9 | 0 | +6.43 | Rush TD |
| Q3 | 201 | 1 | 0 | +0.89 | Pass TD |
| Q3 | 201 | 9 | 0 | +5.31 | Ended |
| Q3 | 158 | 10 | 0 | +2.90 | Ended |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q3 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Pat Fields return for defensive PAT (-7.82 EPA)
- Q1 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Adrian Martinez pass complete to Omar Manning for 31 yds to the Okla 46 for a 1ST down (+4.36 EPA)
- Q4 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Adrian Martinez pass complete to Zavier Betts for 55 yds to the Okla 32 for a 1ST down (+3.86 EPA)
- Q3 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Connor Culp 35 yd FG MISSED (-3.69 EPA)
- Q1 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Adrian Martinez pass complete to Austin Allen for 6 yds to the Okla 34 for a 1ST down (+3.42 EPA)
- Q2 · Oklahoma Sooners · Spencer Rattler pass complete to Jadon Haselwood for 9 yds to the 50 yard line (+3.21 EPA)
- Q2 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Connor Culp 50 yd FG MISSED (-3.09 EPA)
- Q1 · Oklahoma Sooners · Spencer Rattler pass complete to Michael Woods II for 12 yds to the Neb 34 for a 1ST down (+2.96 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Oklahoma Sooners controlled the final (23–16) in Week 3.
- 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 Oklahoma Sooners?
Nebraska Cornhuskers 16, Oklahoma Sooners 23 in Week 3 of the 2021 college football season.
Who won Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Oklahoma Sooners?
Oklahoma Sooners won with a final score of 16–23.
Where can I find the Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Oklahoma Sooners box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401282798.
Who led Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Oklahoma Sooners 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 Oklahoma Sooners in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Nebraska Cornhuskers
Entered 2-1 Now 2-2 L
Oklahoma Sooners
Entered 3-0 Now 4-0 W
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