Quick answer
Houston Cougars defeated UTSA Roadrunners 37–35 in Week 1, 2022. Final score: Houston Cougars 37, UTSA Roadrunners 35.
Game summary
Houston Cougars edged UTSA Roadrunners 37–35 in Week 1 of the 2022 season.
- Scoring: 6 touchdowns, 2 field goals across 8 plays.
- Passing leader: Clayton Tune (Houston) — 171.0 pass yds, 3 TD, -0.01 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Trelon Smith — 46.0 yds.
- Receiving leader: Zakhari Franklin — 9 rec, 96.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Houston (-0.042/play) vs UTSA (-0.058/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Houston Cougars | 0 | 6 | 0 | 15 | 37 |
 UTSA Roadrunners | 0 | 12 | 6 | 3 | 35 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
HOUHouston CougarsClayton Tune pass to Nathaniel Dell for a touchdown (11 yards)
Frank Harris pass to Joshua Cephus for a touchdown (51 yards)
Frank Harris rushes 38 yards for a touchdown
Frank Harris pass to De'Corian Clark for a touchdown (15 yards)
Clayton Tune pass to Nathaniel Dell for a touchdown (10 yards)
Clayton Tune pass to Joseph Manjack IV for a touchdown (20 yards)
Field goal good from 35 yards
Field goal good from 37 yards
UTSAUTSA RoadrunnersFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Houston
Q2TD NDNathaniel DellPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-0
Clayton Tune pass to Nathaniel Dell for a touchdown (11 yards)
- UTSA
Q2TD JCJoshua CephusPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-6
Frank Harris pass to Joshua Cephus for a touchdown (51 yards)
- UTSA
Q2TD FHFrank HarrisPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-12
Frank Harris rushes 38 yards for a touchdown
- UTSA
Q3TD DCDe'Corian ClarkPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-18
Frank Harris pass to De'Corian Clark for a touchdown (15 yards)
- Houston
Q4TD NDNathaniel DellPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-18
Clayton Tune pass to Nathaniel Dell for a touchdown (10 yards)
- Houston
Q4TD JMJoseph Manjack IVPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 18-18
Clayton Tune pass to Joseph Manjack IV for a touchdown (20 yards)
- Houston
Q4FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 18
- Score
- 21-18
Field goal good from 35 yards
- UTSA
Q4FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 20
- Score
- 21-21
Field goal good from 37 yards
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Clayton Tune (Houston) — 171.0 yds · 3 TD · -0.01 EPA/play -0.38 EPA
- Frank Harris (UTSA) — 314.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.14 EPA/play -5.79 EPA
Rushing
- Trelon Smith (UTSA) — 46.0 yds -0.22 EPA
- Brandon Campbell (Houston) — 56.0 yds -0.28 EPA
- Ta'Zhawn Henry (Houston) — 42.0 yds -0.22 EPA
Receiving
- Zakhari Franklin (UTSA) — 9 rec · 96.0 yds -0.29 EPA
- Joshua Cephus (UTSA) — 6 rec · 108.0 yds +0.39 EPA
- De'Corian Clark (UTSA) — 5 rec · 57.0 yds +0.36 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Tune | Houston | 33 | 57.6% | 171 | 3 | -0.01 | -0.38 |
| Frank Harris | UTSA | 43 | 60.5% | 314 | 2 | -0.14 | -5.79 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Houston | UTSA |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 68 | 65 |
| EPA / play | -0.042 | -0.058 |
| Total EPA | -2.77 | -3.75 |
| Success rate | 33.8% | 44.6% |
| Pass EPA / play | -0.011 | -0.135 |
| Rush EPA / play | -0.072 | +0.092 |
| Yards | 336 | 433 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | UTSA | 3 | 7 | -2.22 | Punt |
| Q1 | Houston | 3 | 6 | -2.59 | Punt |
| Q1 | UTSA | 3 | 15 | -0.44 | Ended |
| Q1 | Houston | 8 | 34 | -6.07 | Fumble |
| Q1 | UTSA | 4 | 8 | -5.72 | Ended |
| Q1 | Houston | 11 | 48 | +2.49 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | UTSA | 4 | 64 | +5.13 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Houston | 6 | 24 | -0.91 | Punt |
| Q2 | UTSA | 9 | 90 | +7.09 | Rush TD |
| Q2 | Houston | 3 | 9 | -0.78 | Punt |
| Q2 | UTSA | 7 | 51 | +0.55 | Punt |
| Q2 | Houston | 2 | 11 | -0.20 | Ended |
| Q3 | Houston | 3 | 6 | -2.25 | Punt |
| Q3 | UTSA | 9 | 31 | -3.53 | Ended |
| Q3 | Houston | 3 | -2 | -3.09 | Punt |
| Q3 | UTSA | 10 | 73 | +4.40 | Pass TD |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q4 · UTSA Roadrunners · Frank Harris pass intercepted (-7.16 EPA)
- Q1 · Houston Cougars · Fumble (-6.21 EPA)
- Q2 · UTSA Roadrunners · Frank Harris pass to Joshua Cephus for a touchdown (51 yards) (+5.03 EPA)
- Q2 · UTSA Roadrunners · Frank Harris rushes 38 yards for a touchdown (+4.52 EPA)
- Q3 · UTSA Roadrunners · Frank Harris to Zakhari Franklin — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (-3.52 EPA)
- Q4 · Houston Cougars · Clayton Tune pass to Nathaniel Dell for a touchdown (10 yards) (+3.49 EPA)
- Q1 · UTSA Roadrunners · Frank Harris to Zakhari Franklin — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (-3.45 EPA)
- Q2 · Houston Cougars · Clayton Tune pass to Nathaniel Dell for a touchdown (11 yards) (+2.93 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Houston Cougars controlled the final (37–35) in Week 1.
- Passing edge: Clayton Tune (Houston) — 171.0 yds, 3 TD.
- EPA edge: Houston at -0.042 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 Houston Cougars vs UTSA Roadrunners?
Houston Cougars 37, UTSA Roadrunners 35 in Week 1 of the 2022 college football season.
Who won Houston Cougars vs UTSA Roadrunners?
Houston Cougars won with a final score of 37–35.
Where can I find the Houston Cougars vs UTSA Roadrunners box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401426542.
Who led Houston Cougars vs UTSA Roadrunners in passing?
Clayton Tune (Houston) led passers with 171.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Houston Cougars at UTSA Roadrunners in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Houston Cougars
Now 1-0 W
UTSA Roadrunners
Now 0-1 L
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