Kent State Golden Flashes vs. Washington Huskies: 2022 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Washington Huskies defeated Kent State Golden Flashes 45–20 in Week 1, 2022. Final score: Kent State Golden Flashes 20, Washington Huskies 45.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Kent State Golden Flashes	6	6	0	6	20
Washington Huskies	18	9	6	6	45

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Michael Penix Jr. (Washington) — 345.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.54 EPA/play +21.18 EPA
• Dylan Morris (Washington) — 45.0 yds · +0.06 EPA/play +0.38 EPA
• Collin Schlee (Kent State) — 178.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.06 EPA/play -1.54 EPA

Rushing

• Wayne Taulapapa (Washington) — 59.0 yds · 1 TD +0.14 EPA
• Marquez Cooper (Kent State) — 40.0 yds · 1 TD +0.10 EPA
• Bryan Bradford (Kent State) — 38.0 yds -0.21 EPA

Receiving

• Rome Odunze (Washington) — 7 rec · 84.0 yds +0.59 EPA
• Jalen McMillan (Washington) — 5 rec · 87.0 yds +0.69 EPA
• Dante Cephas (Kent State) — 6 rec · 105.0 yds +1.89 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Michael Penix Jr.	Washington	39	66.7%	345	4	+0.54	+21.18
Dylan Morris	Washington	6	50.0%	45	0	+0.06	+0.38
Collin Schlee	Kent State	25	48.0%	178	1	-0.06	-1.54
Devin Kargman	Kent State	5	40.0%	15	0	-1.13	-5.67

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Kent State	Washington
Plays	68	76
EPA / play	-0.059	+0.348
Total EPA	-4.04	+26.41
Success rate	35.3%	55.3%
Pass EPA / play	-0.240	+0.479
Rush EPA / play	+0.083	+0.156
Yards	352	523

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Kent State	1	0	-5.23	Interception
Q1	Washington	4	39	+3.50	Rush TD
Q1	Kent State	6	19	-0.71	Punt
Q1	Washington	10	95	+7.70	Pass TD
Q1	Kent State	1	47	+4.34	Pass TD
Q1	Washington	10	65	+5.12	Rush TD
Q1	Kent State	6	38	-0.15	Punt
Q2	Washington	10	68	+4.83	Pass TD
Q2	Kent State	9	53	+1.45	Field goal
Q2	Kent State	4	17	-1.70	Field goal
Q2	Washington	10	52	-0.01	Field goal
Q2	Kent State	2	0	-0.58	Ended
Q3	Washington	12	82	+5.94	Pass TD
Q3	Kent State	15	78	+1.11	Interception
Q3	Washington	3	2	-2.29	Punt
Q3	Kent State	10	55	+5.56	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Kent State Golden Flashes · Collin Schlee pass intercepted (-6.2 EPA)
2. Q1 · Kent State Golden Flashes · Collin Schlee pass intercepted (-5.23 EPA)
3. Q1 · Washington Huskies · Wayne Taulapapa rushes 28 yards for a touchdown (+5.16 EPA)
4. Q1 · Kent State Golden Flashes · Collin Schlee pass to Dante Cephas for 33 yards (3rd & 6) (+4.34 EPA)
5. Q1 · Kent State Golden Flashes · Collin Schlee pass to Devontez Walker for a touchdown (47 yards) (+4.34 EPA)
6. Q4 · Kent State Golden Flashes · Devin Kargman pass intercepted (-4.27 EPA)
7. Q4 · Kent State Golden Flashes · Collin Schlee pass to Dante Cephas for 8 yards (4th & 4) (+3.73 EPA)
8. Q4 · Kent State Golden Flashes · Collin Schlee pass to Kris Leach for 13 yards (3rd & 6) (+3.43 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Washington Huskies controlled the final (45–20) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Michael Penix Jr. (Washington) — 345.0 yds, 4 TD.
• EPA edge: Washington at 0.348 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 Kent State Golden Flashes vs Washington Huskies?

Kent State Golden Flashes 20, Washington Huskies 45 in Week 1 of the 2022 college football season.

Who won Kent State Golden Flashes vs Washington Huskies?

Washington Huskies won with a final score of 20–45.

Where can I find the Kent State Golden Flashes vs Washington Huskies box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401403973.

Who led Kent State Golden Flashes vs Washington Huskies in passing?

Michael Penix Jr. (Washington) led passers with 345.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Kent State Golden Flashes at Washington Huskies in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.