Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Purdue Boilermakers: 2022 Week 7 Recap

Quick answer

Purdue Boilermakers defeated Nebraska Cornhuskers 43–37 in Week 7, 2022. Final score: Nebraska Cornhuskers 37, Purdue Boilermakers 43.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Nebraska Cornhuskers	0	12	15	6	37
Purdue Boilermakers	9	15	6	9	43

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Aidan O'Connell (Purdue) — 377.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.31 EPA/play +16.27 EPA
• Casey Thompson (Nebraska) — 316.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.03 EPA/play +1.14 EPA

Rushing

• Devin Mockobee (Purdue) — 178.0 yds · 1 TD +0.32 EPA
• Anthony Grant (Nebraska) — 35.0 yds · 1 TD -0.07 EPA
• King Doerue (Purdue) — 31.0 yds -0.04 EPA

Receiving

• Charlie Jones (Purdue) — 11 rec · 118.0 yds +1.28 EPA
• Trey Palmer (Nebraska) — 7 rec · 237.0 yds +2.92 EPA
• TJ Sheffield (Purdue) — 5 rec · 70.0 yds +2.00 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Aidan O'Connell	Purdue	53	64.2%	377	4	+0.31	+16.27
Casey Thompson	Nebraska	33	48.5%	316	2	+0.03	+1.14

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Nebraska	Purdue
Plays	52	100
EPA / play	+0.133	+0.195
Total EPA	+6.89	+19.49
Success rate	46.2%	58.0%
Pass EPA / play	+0.034	+0.307
Rush EPA / play	+0.303	+0.068
Yards	476	597

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Purdue	8	38	-2.03	Interception
Q1	Nebraska	7	27	-1.21	Punt
Q1	Purdue	9	80	+6.46	Pass TD
Q1	Nebraska	3	-7	-3.92	Punt
Q1	Purdue	8	38	-0.72	Field goal
Q1	Nebraska	8	73	+4.34	Rush TD
Q2	Purdue	6	21	-1.72	Ended
Q2	Nebraska	5	43	-0.56	Field goal
Q2	Purdue	7	75	+5.81	Pass TD
Q2	Nebraska	1	0	-5.22	Interception
Q2	Purdue	3	5	-2.32	Field goal
Q2	Nebraska	3	-17	-2.25	Punt
Q2	Purdue	7	39	+4.13	Rush TD
Q2	Nebraska	8	126	+6.92	Pass TD
Q3	Purdue	8	41	+0.03	Punt
Q3	Nebraska	3	0	-3.03	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Casey Thompson pass to Trey Palmer for a touchdown (72 yards) (+6.86 EPA)
2. Q2 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Casey Thompson pass intercepted (-5.22 EPA)
3. Q4 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Casey Thompson pass to Trey Palmer for 64 yards (1st & 10) (+4.45 EPA)
4. Q4 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Casey Thompson pass intercepted (-4.34 EPA)
5. Q3 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Casey Thompson pass to Travis Vokolek for 30 yards (3rd & 6) (+4.22 EPA)
6. Q3 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Trey Palmer rushes for 60 yards (1st & 10) (+4.06 EPA)
7. Q1 · Purdue Boilermakers · Aidan O'Connell pass intercepted (-3.86 EPA)
8. Q3 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Casey Thompson pass to Trey Palmer for a touchdown (37 yards) (+3.83 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Purdue Boilermakers controlled the final (43–37) in Week 7.
• Passing edge: Aidan O'Connell (Purdue) — 377.0 yds, 4 TD.
• EPA edge: Purdue at 0.195 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 Purdue Boilermakers?

Nebraska Cornhuskers 37, Purdue Boilermakers 43 in Week 7 of the 2022 college football season.

Who won Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Purdue Boilermakers?

Purdue Boilermakers won with a final score of 37–43.

Where can I find the Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Purdue Boilermakers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401405113.

Who led Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Purdue Boilermakers in passing?

Aidan O'Connell (Purdue) led passers with 377.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Nebraska Cornhuskers at Purdue Boilermakers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.