Colorado Buffaloes vs. TCU Horned Frogs: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Colorado Buffaloes defeated TCU Horned Frogs 45–42 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: Colorado Buffaloes 45, TCU Horned Frogs 42.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Colorado Buffaloes	6	9	12	12	45
TCU Horned Frogs	0	12	12	12	42

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Shedeur Sanders (Colorado) — 512.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.67 EPA/play +34.59 EPA
• Chandler Morris (TCU) — 271.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.09 EPA/play +3.62 EPA

Rushing

• Trey Sanders (TCU) — 46.0 yds · 3 TD +0.35 EPA
• Emani Bailey (TCU) — 164.0 yds +0.68 EPA
• Sy'veon Wilkerson (Colorado) — 45.0 yds · 1 TD -0.15 EPA

Receiving

• Travis Hunter (Colorado) — 11 rec · 134.0 yds +0.66 EPA
• Jimmy Horn Jr. (Colorado) — 11 rec · 117.0 yds +0.78 EPA
• Xavier Weaver (Colorado) — 7 rec · 135.0 yds +0.98 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Shedeur Sanders	Colorado	52	75.0%	512	4	+0.67	+34.59
Chandler Morris	TCU	41	56.1%	271	2	+0.09	+3.62

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Colorado	TCU
Plays	82	78
EPA / play	+0.357	+0.273
Total EPA	+29.27	+21.31
Success rate	52.4%	48.7%
Pass EPA / play	+0.665	+0.088
Rush EPA / play	-0.177	+0.478
Yards	605	533

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	TCU	3	7	-1.99	Punt
Q1	Colorado	13	72	+7.33	Pass TD
Q1	TCU	8	66	-1.26	Interception
Q1	Colorado	11	49	+0.41	Ended
Q1	TCU	7	57	+5.83	Rush TD
Q2	Colorado	10	69	+3.18	Rush TD
Q2	TCU	5	17	-1.10	Punt
Q2	Colorado	3	-4	-2.16	Punt
Q2	TCU	6	27	-1.26	Missed FG
Q2	Colorado	2	6	-4.38	Fumble
Q2	TCU	4	22	+4.24	Rush TD
Q2	Colorado	8	49	+1.09	Field goal
Q3	Colorado	2	92	+8.35	Pass TD
Q3	TCU	3	65	+5.88	Pass TD
Q3	Colorado	9	33	-1.03	Punt
Q3	TCU	8	97	+2.53	Interception

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Colorado Buffaloes · Shedeur Sanders pass to Dylan Edwards for a touchdown (75 yards) (+6.89 EPA)
2. Q4 · Colorado Buffaloes · Shedeur Sanders pass to Dylan Edwards for a touchdown (46 yards) (+6.53 EPA)
3. Q3 · TCU Horned Frogs · Emani Bailey rushes for 74 yards (2nd & 8) (+6.35 EPA)
4. Q1 · TCU Horned Frogs · Chandler Morris pass intercepted (-5.15 EPA)
5. Q4 · Colorado Buffaloes · Shedeur Sanders pass to Travis Hunter for 43 yards (3rd & 16) (+5.1 EPA)
6. Q4 · TCU Horned Frogs · Kickoff (+3.99 EPA)
7. Q3 · TCU Horned Frogs · Chandler Morris pass to Dylan Wright for a touchdown (23 yards) (+3.95 EPA)
8. Q2 · Colorado Buffaloes · Fumble (-3.9 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Colorado Buffaloes controlled the final (45–42) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Shedeur Sanders (Colorado) — 512.0 yds, 4 TD.
• EPA edge: Colorado at 0.357 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 Colorado Buffaloes vs TCU Horned Frogs?

Colorado Buffaloes 45, TCU Horned Frogs 42 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Colorado Buffaloes vs TCU Horned Frogs?

Colorado Buffaloes won with a final score of 45–42.

Where can I find the Colorado Buffaloes vs TCU Horned Frogs box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401523994.

Who led Colorado Buffaloes vs TCU Horned Frogs in passing?

Shedeur Sanders (Colorado) led passers with 512.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Colorado Buffaloes at TCU Horned Frogs in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.