Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Michigan Wolverines: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan Wolverines defeated Alabama Crimson Tide 27–20 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: Alabama Crimson Tide 20, Michigan Wolverines 27.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	OT	Final
Alabama Crimson Tide	6	3	0	9	0	20
Michigan Wolverines	6	6	0	6	6	27

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• J.J. McCarthy (Michigan) — 211.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.38 EPA/play +10.22 EPA
• Alex Orji (Michigan) — -2.0 yds · -1.48 EPA/play -1.48 EPA
• Jalen Milroe (Alabama) — 67.0 yds · -0.53 EPA/play -14.17 EPA

Rushing

• Blake Corum (Michigan) — 83.0 yds · 1 TD +0.01 EPA
• Jalen Milroe (Alabama) — 112.0 yds -0.13 EPA
• Jase McClellan (Alabama) — 87.0 yds · 2 TD +0.30 EPA

Receiving

• Roman Wilson (Michigan) — 4 rec · 73.0 yds +1.11 EPA
• Isaiah Bond (Alabama) — 4 rec · 47.0 yds +0.36 EPA
• Semaj Morgan (Michigan) — 4 rec · 24.0 yds -0.21 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
J.J. McCarthy	Michigan	27	63.0%	211	3	+0.38	+10.22
Alex Orji	Michigan	1	0.0%	-2	0	-1.48	-1.48
Jalen Milroe	Alabama	29	55.2%	67	0	-0.53	-14.17

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Alabama	Michigan
Plays	66	59
EPA / play	-0.219	+0.052
Total EPA	-13.13	+2.95
Success rate	36.4%	35.6%
Pass EPA / play	-0.525	+0.312
Rush EPA / play	+0.032	-0.199
Yards	288	326

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Michigan	3	2	-3.07	Punt
Q1	Alabama	7	31	-1.18	Rush TD
Q1	Michigan	10	75	+6.46	Pass TD
Q1	Alabama	3	7	-2.16	Punt
Q1	Michigan	6	20	-1.52	Punt
Q2	Alabama	3	-1	-3.03	Punt
Q2	Michigan	3	4	-2.58	Punt
Q2	Alabama	3	2	-2.61	Punt
Q2	Michigan	8	83	+6.42	Pass TD
Q2	Alabama	9	57	+0.94	Field goal
Q2	Michigan	1	-2	-0.72	Ended
Q3	Alabama	9	27	-1.44	Punt
Q3	Michigan	6	21	-0.63	Punt
Q3	Alabama	3	6	-2.28	Punt
Q3	Michigan	3	2	-2.50	Punt
Q3	Alabama	8	60	+4.73	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Alabama Crimson Tide · Fumble (-5.95 EPA)
2. Q2 · Michigan Wolverines · J.J. McCarthy pass to Tyler Morris for a touchdown (38 yards) (+5.37 EPA)
3. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · Kalel Mullings rushes for a loss of 9 yards (2nd & 2) (-3.06 EPA)
4. Q3 · Michigan Wolverines · J.J. McCarthy pass to Cornelius Johnson for 12 yards (3rd & 9) (+3.02 EPA)
5. Q1 · Alabama Crimson Tide · Jase McClellan rushes 34 yards for a touchdown (+2.99 EPA)
6. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · Blake Corum rushes for 4 yards (4th & 1) (+2.84 EPA)
7. Q4 · Michigan Wolverines · J.J. McCarthy pass to Roman Wilson for a touchdown (4 yards) (+2.73 EPA)
8. Q1 · Alabama Crimson Tide · Jalen Milroe sacked for a loss of 13 yards (1st & 10) (-2.72 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan Wolverines controlled the final (27–20) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: J.J. McCarthy (Michigan) — 211.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Michigan at 0.052 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 Alabama Crimson Tide vs Michigan Wolverines?

Alabama Crimson Tide 20, Michigan Wolverines 27 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Alabama Crimson Tide vs Michigan Wolverines?

Michigan Wolverines won with a final score of 20–27.

Where can I find the Alabama Crimson Tide vs Michigan Wolverines box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401551786.

Who led Alabama Crimson Tide vs Michigan Wolverines in passing?

J.J. McCarthy (Michigan) led passers with 211.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Alabama Crimson Tide at Michigan Wolverines in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.