Arizona Wildcats vs. Oklahoma Sooners: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Arizona Wildcats defeated Oklahoma Sooners 38–24 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: Arizona Wildcats 38, Oklahoma Sooners 24.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Arizona Wildcats	9	3	0	15	38
Oklahoma Sooners	0	12	15	0	24

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Noah Fifita (Arizona) — 307.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.06 EPA/play +2.61 EPA
• Jackson Arnold (Oklahoma) — 346.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.04 EPA/play +2.00 EPA
• Jackson Arnold (Arizona) — 23.0 yds · -9.91 EPA/play -9.91 EPA

Rushing

• Gavin Sawchuk (Oklahoma) — 134.0 yds · 1 TD +0.34 EPA
• Jackson Arnold (Oklahoma) — 63.0 yds -0.21 EPA
• Michael Wiley (Arizona) — 19.0 yds -0.36 EPA

Receiving

• Tetairoa McMillan (Arizona) — 10 rec · 160.0 yds +0.85 EPA
• Nic Anderson (Oklahoma) — 7 rec · 73.0 yds +0.46 EPA
• Jacob Cowing (Arizona) — 7 rec · 152.0 yds +1.39 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Noah Fifita	Arizona	43	55.8%	307	2	+0.06	+2.61
Jackson Arnold	Oklahoma	46	52.2%	346	2	+0.04	+2.00
Jackson Arnold	Arizona	1	0.0%	23	0	-9.91	-9.91

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Arizona	Oklahoma
Plays	65	77
EPA / play	-0.165	+0.062
Total EPA	-10.72	+4.79
Success rate	35.4%	41.6%
Pass EPA / play	-0.166	+0.043
Rush EPA / play	-0.163	+0.090
Yards	406	572

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Arizona	7	62	+1.54	Field goal
Q1	Oklahoma	3	0	-4.81	Interception
Q1	Arizona	1	35	+2.95	Pass TD
Q1	Oklahoma	3	6	-2.40	Punt
Q1	Arizona	7	55	+1.28	Punt
Q1	Oklahoma	7	30	-1.21	Interception
Q1	Arizona	11	45	-0.35	Field goal
Q2	Oklahoma	10	80	+7.23	Rush TD
Q2	Arizona	2	5	-5.14	Interception
Q2	Oklahoma	1	26	-3.87	Fumble
Q2	Arizona	7	51	+0.18	Punt
Q2	Oklahoma	6	102	+8.75	Pass TD
Q2	Arizona	3	-2	-0.26	Punt
Q2	Oklahoma	6	23	-0.45	Punt
Q3	Oklahoma	2	75	+6.10	Pass TD
Q3	Arizona	6	22	-1.32	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Oklahoma Sooners · Fumble returned for a touchdown (-11.29 EPA)
2. Q4 · Arizona Wildcats · Jackson Arnold pass intercepted (-9.91 EPA)
3. Q4 · Arizona Wildcats · Noah Fifita pass to Jacob Cowing for a touchdown (57 yards) (+6.15 EPA)
4. Q2 · Arizona Wildcats · Noah Fifita pass intercepted (-5.18 EPA)
5. Q3 · Oklahoma Sooners · Jackson Arnold pass to Brenen Thompson for a touchdown (63 yards) (+5.02 EPA)
6. Q1 · Arizona Wildcats · Noah Fifita pass to Tetairoa McMillan for 40 yards (2nd & 10) (+4.16 EPA)
7. Q2 · Oklahoma Sooners · Gavin Sawchuk rushes for 62 yards (2nd & 8) (+3.89 EPA)
8. Q2 · Oklahoma Sooners · Fumble (-3.87 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Arizona Wildcats controlled the final (38–24) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Noah Fifita (Arizona) — 307.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Oklahoma at 0.062 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 Arizona Wildcats vs Oklahoma Sooners?

Arizona Wildcats 38, Oklahoma Sooners 24 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Arizona Wildcats vs Oklahoma Sooners?

Arizona Wildcats won with a final score of 38–24.

Where can I find the Arizona Wildcats vs Oklahoma Sooners box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401551765.

Who led Arizona Wildcats vs Oklahoma Sooners in passing?

Noah Fifita (Arizona) led passers with 307.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Arizona Wildcats at Oklahoma Sooners in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.