Cornell Big Red vs. North Central College Cardinals: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Cornell Big Red defeated North Central College Cardinals 38–37 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: Cornell Big Red 38, North Central College Cardinals 37.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Cornell Big Red	0	3	12	18	38
North Central College Cardinals	0	6	9	18	37

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Zac Boyes (Cortland) — 343.0 yds · 5 TD · +0.75 EPA/play +26.25 EPA
• Luke Lehnen (North Central College) — 153.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.17 EPA/play +3.46 EPA

Rushing

• Joe Sacco (North Central College) — 159.0 yds · 1 TD +0.49 EPA
• Zac Boyes (Cortland) — 144.0 yds +0.57 EPA
• Jaden AlfanoStJohn (Cortland) — 18.0 yds -0.48 EPA

Receiving

• Cole Burgess (Cortland) — 11 rec · 134.0 yds +0.99 EPA
• DeAngelo Hardy (North Central College) — 5 rec · 146.0 yds +0.89 EPA
• Joe Iadevaio (Cortland) — 8 rec · 95.0 yds +1.31 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Zac Boyes	Cortland	35	74.3%	343	5	+0.75	+26.25
Luke Lehnen	North Central College	20	40.0%	153	2	+0.17	+3.46

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Cortland	North Central College
Plays	67	58
EPA / play	+0.405	+0.485
Total EPA	+27.16	+28.15
Success rate	53.7%	55.2%
Pass EPA / play	+0.750	+0.173
Rush EPA / play	+0.028	+0.650
Yards	520	583

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	North Central College	13	93	+2.22	Ended
Q1	Cortland	8	31	-1.07	Punt
Q1	North Central College	8	58	-1.69	Ended
Q2	Cortland	13	75	-0.30	Ended
Q2	North Central College	15	112	+8.29	Pass TD
Q2	Cortland	6	55	+1.74	Field goal
Q3	Cortland	7	72	+6.14	Pass TD
Q3	North Central College	3	3	-3.22	Punt
Q3	Cortland	3	13	-0.79	Punt
Q3	North Central College	5	47	+3.86	Rush TD
Q3	Cortland	2	65	+5.26	Pass TD
Q3	North Central College	6	62	+1.36	Field goal
Q3	Cortland	8	73	+5.64	Pass TD
Q4	North Central College	3	65	+5.32	Rush TD
Q4	Cortland	10	63	+4.77	Pass TD
Q4	North Central College	3	71	+5.89	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · North Central College Cardinals · Luke Lehnen rushes 64 yards for a touchdown (+6.37 EPA)
2. Q3 · Cortland · Zac Boyes pass to JJ Laap for a touchdown (65 yards) (+6.17 EPA)
3. Q4 · North Central College Cardinals · Luke Lehnen pass to DeAngelo Hardy for a touchdown (60 yards) (+5.76 EPA)
4. Q4 · North Central College Cardinals · Luke Lehnen pass to DeAngelo Hardy for 59 yards (2nd & 8) (+4.76 EPA)
5. Q4 · Cortland · Zac Boyes pass to Cole Burgess for a touchdown (21 yards) (+4.4 EPA)
6. Q1 · North Central College Cardinals · Joe Sacco rushes for 49 yards (3rd & 5) (+4.14 EPA)
7. Q2 · North Central College Cardinals · Luke Lehnen pass to Charles Coleman for a touchdown (7 yards) (+3.71 EPA)
8. Q2 · North Central College Cardinals · Luke Lehnen sacked for a loss of 13 yards (4th & 4) (-3.43 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Cornell Big Red controlled the final (38–37) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Zac Boyes (Cortland) — 343.0 yds, 5 TD.
• EPA edge: North Central College at 0.485 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 Cornell Big Red vs North Central College Cardinals?

Cornell Big Red 38, North Central College Cardinals 37 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Cornell Big Red vs North Central College Cardinals?

Cornell Big Red won with a final score of 38–37.

Where can I find the Cornell Big Red vs North Central College Cardinals box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401618101.

Who led Cornell Big Red vs North Central College Cardinals in passing?

Zac Boyes (Cortland) led passers with 343.0 yards and 5 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Cornell Big Red at North Central College Cardinals in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.