Quick answer
Nebraska Cornhuskers defeated Rutgers Scarlet Knights 14–13 in Week 6, 2022. Final score: Nebraska Cornhuskers 14, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 13.
Game summary
Nebraska Cornhuskers edged Rutgers Scarlet Knights 14–13 in Week 6 of the 2022 season.
- Scoring: 3 touchdowns, 2 field goals across 5 plays.
- Passing leader: Casey Thompson (Nebraska) — 243.0 pass yds, 2 TD, +0.02 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Anthony Grant — 47.0 yds.
- Receiving leader: Travis Vokolek — 6 rec, 46.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Nebraska (-0.091/play) vs Rutgers (-0.225/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Nebraska Cornhuskers | 0 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 14 |
 Rutgers Scarlet Knights | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
NEBNebraska CornhuskersNoah Vedral rushes 21 yards for a touchdown
Field goal good from 25 yards
Field goal good from 40 yards
Casey Thompson pass to Travis Vokolek for a touchdown (7 yards)
Casey Thompson pass to Trey Palmer for a touchdown (27 yards)
RUTGRutgers Scarlet KnightsFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Rutgers
Q1TD NVNoah VedralPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 0-6
Noah Vedral rushes 21 yards for a touchdown
- Rutgers
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 8
- Score
- 0-9
Field goal good from 25 yards
- Rutgers
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 23
- Score
- 0-12
Field goal good from 40 yards
- Nebraska
Q3TD TVTravis VokolekPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-12
Casey Thompson pass to Travis Vokolek for a touchdown (7 yards)
- Nebraska
Q4TD TPTrey PalmerPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-12
Casey Thompson pass to Trey Palmer for a touchdown (27 yards)
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Casey Thompson (Nebraska) — 243.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.02 EPA/play +0.63 EPA
- Chubba Purdy (Nebraska) — 0.0 yds · -0.21 EPA/play -0.21 EPA
- Noah Vedral (Rutgers) — 126.0 yds · -0.15 EPA/play -2.42 EPA
Rushing
- Anthony Grant (Nebraska) — 47.0 yds -0.23 EPA
- Samuel Brown V (Rutgers) — 53.0 yds -0.06 EPA
- Noah Vedral (Rutgers) — 34.0 yds · 1 TD -0.22 EPA
Receiving
- Travis Vokolek (Nebraska) — 6 rec · 46.0 yds +0.89 EPA
- Anthony Grant (Nebraska) — 6 rec · 34.0 yds -0.15 EPA
- Aron Cruickshank (Rutgers) — 5 rec · 71.0 yds +0.62 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casey Thompson | Nebraska | 37 | 64.9% | 243 | 2 | +0.02 | +0.63 |
| Chubba Purdy | Nebraska | 1 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | -0.21 | -0.21 |
| Noah Vedral | Rutgers | 16 | 37.5% | 126 | 0 | -0.15 | -2.42 |
| Evan Simon | Rutgers | 17 | 35.3% | 133 | 0 | -0.34 | -5.81 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Nebraska | Rutgers |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 66 | 68 |
| EPA / play | -0.091 | -0.225 |
| Total EPA | -6.02 | -15.29 |
| Success rate | 31.8% | 35.3% |
| Pass EPA / play | +0.011 | -0.249 |
| Rush EPA / play | -0.230 | -0.202 |
| Yards | 321 | 380 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Rutgers | 6 | 70 | +5.52 | Rush TD |
| Q1 | Nebraska | 5 | 13 | -2.38 | Punt |
| Q1 | Rutgers | 8 | 49 | +0.58 | Punt |
| Q1 | Nebraska | 6 | 32 | -0.48 | Ended |
| Q1 | Rutgers | 3 | 2 | -2.17 | Field goal |
| Q1 | Nebraska | 3 | 15 | -3.43 | Interception |
| Q1 | Rutgers | 3 | 3 | -3.00 | Punt |
| Q1 | Nebraska | 3 | 2 | -1.82 | Punt |
| Q2 | Rutgers | 3 | 7 | -2.22 | Punt |
| Q2 | Nebraska | 5 | 23 | +0.11 | Punt |
| Q2 | Rutgers | 6 | 43 | -1.15 | Field goal |
| Q2 | Nebraska | 5 | 49 | -0.85 | Interception |
| Q2 | Rutgers | 7 | 66 | +2.29 | Punt |
| Q2 | Nebraska | 3 | 2 | -0.58 | Punt |
| Q2 | Rutgers | 5 | 13 | -0.96 | Missed FG |
| Q3 | Nebraska | 9 | 45 | +4.49 | Pass TD |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q4 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Evan Simon pass intercepted (-5.14 EPA)
- Q3 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Evan Simon pass intercepted (-4.11 EPA)
- Q1 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Casey Thompson pass intercepted (-3.97 EPA)
- Q2 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Casey Thompson pass intercepted (-3.62 EPA)
- Q3 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Casey Thompson — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (-3.58 EPA)
- Q1 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Punt for 11 yards (-3.57 EPA)
- Q4 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Evan Simon pass to Johnny Langan for 19 yards (3rd & 11) (+3.41 EPA)
- Q3 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Anthony Grant rushes for 7 yards (4th & 2) (+3.25 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Nebraska Cornhuskers controlled the final (14–13) in Week 6.
- Passing edge: Casey Thompson (Nebraska) — 243.0 yds, 2 TD.
- EPA edge: Nebraska at -0.091 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 Rutgers Scarlet Knights?
Nebraska Cornhuskers 14, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 13 in Week 6 of the 2022 college football season.
Who won Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights?
Nebraska Cornhuskers won with a final score of 14–13.
Where can I find the Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401405111.
Who led Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights in passing?
Casey Thompson (Nebraska) led passers with 243.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Nebraska Cornhuskers at Rutgers Scarlet Knights in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Nebraska Cornhuskers
Entered 2-3 Now 3-3 W
Rutgers Scarlet Knights
Entered 3-2 Now 3-3 L
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