Eastern Kentucky Colonels vs. Eastern Michigan Eagles: 2022 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Eastern Michigan Eagles defeated Eastern Kentucky Colonels 42–34 in Week 1, 2022. Final score: Eastern Kentucky Colonels 34, Eastern Michigan Eagles 42.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Eastern Kentucky Colonels	0	9	6	15	34
Eastern Michigan Eagles	0	12	12	12	42

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Parker McKinney (Eastern Kentucky) — 349.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.28 EPA/play +14.73 EPA
• Taylor Powell (Eastern Michigan) — 255.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.05 EPA/play +1.55 EPA

Rushing

• Samson Evans (Eastern Michigan) — 95.0 yds · 2 TD +0.41 EPA
• Braedon Sloan (Eastern Kentucky) — 54.0 yds -0.89 EPA
• Kyeandre Magloire (Eastern Kentucky) — 43.0 yds +0.21 EPA

Receiving

• Dakota Allen (Eastern Kentucky) — 9 rec · 118.0 yds +1.17 EPA
• Dylan Drummond (Eastern Michigan) — 4 rec · 62.0 yds +0.10 EPA
• Jaden Smith (Eastern Kentucky) — 5 rec · 48.0 yds +0.44 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Parker McKinney	Eastern Kentucky	52	67.3%	349	3	+0.28	+14.73
Taylor Powell	Eastern Michigan	33	60.6%	255	3	+0.05	+1.55

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Eastern Kentucky	Eastern Michigan
Plays	80	63
EPA / play	+0.102	+0.101
Total EPA	+8.17	+6.38
Success rate	47.5%	49.2%
Pass EPA / play	+0.283	+0.047
Rush EPA / play	-0.234	+0.161
Yards	507	401

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Eastern Kentucky	12	65	-1.37	Interception
Q1	Eastern Michigan	3	2	-2.87	Punt
Q1	Eastern Kentucky	3	3	-3.28	Punt
Q1	Eastern Michigan	3	0	-3.22	Punt
Q1	Eastern Kentucky	11	79	+2.99	Field goal
Q2	Eastern Michigan	8	37	+0.08	Pass TD
Q2	Eastern Kentucky	5	36	-3.63	Fumble
Q2	Eastern Michigan	1	8	+0.41	Ended
Q2	Eastern Kentucky	1	5	-6.01	Fumble
Q2	Eastern Michigan	9	43	+3.29	Rush TD
Q2	Eastern Kentucky	10	60	+4.16	Pass TD
Q2	Eastern Michigan	4	20	-1.51	Interception
Q2	Eastern Kentucky	1	7	0.00	Ended
Q3	Eastern Michigan	7	64	+4.94	Rush TD
Q3	Eastern Kentucky	3	6	-2.25	Punt
Q3	Eastern Michigan	4	42	+3.01	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Eastern Kentucky Colonels · Fumble (-6.01 EPA)
2. Q2 · Eastern Kentucky Colonels · Fumble (-5.54 EPA)
3. Q1 · Eastern Kentucky Colonels · Parker McKinney pass intercepted (-5.27 EPA)
4. Q4 · Eastern Michigan Eagles · Fumble (-4.59 EPA)
5. Q4 · Eastern Michigan Eagles · Taylor Powell pass to Hassan Beydoun for a touchdown (22 yards) (+4.14 EPA)
6. Q1 · Eastern Kentucky Colonels · Parker McKinney pass to Dakota Allen for 31 yards (3rd & 6) (+4.05 EPA)
7. Q2 · Eastern Kentucky Colonels · Parker McKinney pass to Jaden Smith for a touchdown (19 yards) (+3.72 EPA)
8. Q2 · Eastern Michigan Eagles · Samson Evans rushes 8 yards for a touchdown (+3.46 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Eastern Michigan Eagles controlled the final (42–34) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Parker McKinney (Eastern Kentucky) — 349.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Eastern Kentucky at 0.102 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 Eastern Kentucky Colonels vs Eastern Michigan Eagles?

Eastern Kentucky Colonels 34, Eastern Michigan Eagles 42 in Week 1 of the 2022 college football season.

Who won Eastern Kentucky Colonels vs Eastern Michigan Eagles?

Eastern Michigan Eagles won with a final score of 34–42.

Where can I find the Eastern Kentucky Colonels vs Eastern Michigan Eagles box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401416590.

Who led Eastern Kentucky Colonels vs Eastern Michigan Eagles in passing?

Parker McKinney (Eastern Kentucky) led passers with 349.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Eastern Kentucky Colonels at Eastern Michigan Eagles in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.