Buffalo Bulls vs. Wisconsin Badgers: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Wisconsin Badgers defeated Buffalo Bulls 38–17 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: Buffalo Bulls 17, Wisconsin Badgers 38.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Buffalo Bulls	6	3	0	6	17
Wisconsin Badgers	6	6	12	9	38

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Cole Snyder (Buffalo) — 173.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.06 EPA/play -2.23 EPA
• Tanner Mordecai (Wisconsin) — 180.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.26 EPA/play -8.15 EPA

Rushing

• Braelon Allen (Wisconsin) — 141.0 yds · 2 TD +0.33 EPA
• Chez Mellusi (Wisconsin) — 157.0 yds · 2 TD +0.74 EPA
• Mike Washington (Buffalo) — 52.0 yds -0.15 EPA

Receiving

• Braelon Allen (Wisconsin) — 6 rec · 19.0 yds -0.22 EPA
• Will Pauling (Wisconsin) — 5 rec · 55.0 yds +0.87 EPA
• Cole Harrity (Buffalo) — 5 rec · 47.0 yds +1.53 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Cole Snyder	Buffalo	40	62.5%	173	2	-0.06	-2.23
Tanner Mordecai	Wisconsin	31	74.2%	180	1	-0.26	-8.15

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Buffalo	Wisconsin
Plays	69	69
EPA / play	-0.214	+0.031
Total EPA	-14.74	+2.13
Success rate	40.6%	42.0%
Pass EPA / play	-0.056	-0.263
Rush EPA / play	-0.432	+0.270
Yards	293	496

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Wisconsin	5	14	-2.43	Punt
Q1	Buffalo	3	6	-2.47	Punt
Q1	Wisconsin	11	73	+5.86	Rush TD
Q1	Buffalo	5	65	+5.47	Pass TD
Q1	Wisconsin	5	18	-1.58	Punt
Q1	Buffalo	10	45	-2.75	Ended
Q2	Wisconsin	3	6	-7.20	Interception
Q2	Buffalo	3	0	-2.81	Missed FG
Q2	Wisconsin	6	36	+1.43	Punt
Q2	Buffalo	5	16	-1.07	Punt
Q2	Wisconsin	4	25	-0.55	Punt
Q2	Buffalo	3	9	-0.55	Punt
Q2	Wisconsin	6	55	+5.15	Pass TD
Q2	Buffalo	6	45	+0.11	Field goal
Q2	Wisconsin	1	0	0.00	Ended
Q3	Buffalo	4	19	-1.06	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Wisconsin Badgers · Chez Mellusi rushes 89 yards for a touchdown (+7.01 EPA)
2. Q2 · Wisconsin Badgers · Tanner Mordecai pass intercepted (-6.46 EPA)
3. Q4 · Wisconsin Badgers · Tanner Mordecai pass intercepted (-5.98 EPA)
4. Q2 · Wisconsin Badgers · Tanner Mordecai pass to Chimere Dike for a touchdown (29 yards) (+4.62 EPA)
5. Q1 · Buffalo Bulls · Cole Snyder pass to Darrell Harding Jr. for 51 yards (3rd & 4) (+4.39 EPA)
6. Q2 · Buffalo Bulls · Cole Snyder rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-3.89 EPA)
7. Q4 · Buffalo Bulls · Cole Snyder pass to Marlyn Johnson for 7 yards (4th & 6) (+3.52 EPA)
8. Q4 · Wisconsin Badgers · Jackson Acker rushes for 1 yard (1st & 10) (-3.5 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Wisconsin Badgers controlled the final (38–17) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Cole Snyder (Buffalo) — 173.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Wisconsin at 0.031 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 Buffalo Bulls vs Wisconsin Badgers?

Buffalo Bulls 17, Wisconsin Badgers 38 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Buffalo Bulls vs Wisconsin Badgers?

Wisconsin Badgers won with a final score of 17–38.

Where can I find the Buffalo Bulls vs Wisconsin Badgers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401520180.

Who led Buffalo Bulls vs Wisconsin Badgers in passing?

Cole Snyder (Buffalo) led passers with 173.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Buffalo Bulls at Wisconsin Badgers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.