East Carolina Pirates vs. Michigan Wolverines: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan Wolverines defeated East Carolina Pirates 30–3 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: East Carolina Pirates 3, Michigan Wolverines 30.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
East Carolina Pirates	0	0	0	3	3
Michigan Wolverines	6	15	6	0	30

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• J.J. McCarthy (Michigan) — 280.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.74 EPA/play +22.19 EPA
• Alex Flinn (East Carolina) — 70.0 yds · +0.00 EPA/play +0.03 EPA
• Davis Warren (Michigan) — 0.0 yds · -0.78 EPA/play -0.78 EPA

Rushing

• Donovan Edwards (Michigan) — 48.0 yds -0.29 EPA
• Blake Corum (Michigan) — 81.0 yds · 1 TD +0.38 EPA
• Mason Garcia (East Carolina) — 36.0 yds -0.37 EPA

Receiving

• Roman Wilson (Michigan) — 6 rec · 78.0 yds +1.55 EPA
• Cornelius Johnson (Michigan) — 5 rec · 71.0 yds +0.73 EPA
• Jaylen Johnson (East Carolina) — 3 rec · 30.0 yds +0.10 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
J.J. McCarthy	Michigan	30	86.7%	280	3	+0.74	+22.19
Alex Flinn	East Carolina	11	63.6%	70	0	+0.00	+0.03
Davis Warren	Michigan	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.78	-0.78
Mason Garcia	East Carolina	18	61.1%	80	0	-0.27	-4.79

Team EPA comparison

Stat	East Carolina	Michigan
Plays	55	62
EPA / play	-0.164	+0.281
Total EPA	-9.00	+17.43
Success rate	43.6%	46.8%
Pass EPA / play	-0.164	+0.691
Rush EPA / play	-0.163	-0.128
Yards	261	443

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	East Carolina	3	6	-2.44	Punt
Q1	Michigan	3	2	-1.87	Punt
Q1	East Carolina	3	3	-5.49	Interception
Q1	Michigan	8	63	+5.09	Pass TD
Q1	East Carolina	6	18	-1.61	Punt
Q1	Michigan	7	75	+5.85	Rush TD
Q2	East Carolina	8	42	+0.70	Punt
Q2	Michigan	7	78	+5.46	Pass TD
Q2	East Carolina	9	66	+3.07	Missed FG
Q2	Michigan	5	34	+0.84	Field goal
Q3	Michigan	12	77	+4.86	Pass TD
Q3	East Carolina	3	4	-2.34	Punt
Q3	Michigan	12	82	-0.58	Fumble
Q3	East Carolina	3	1	-1.61	Punt
Q4	Michigan	3	14	-1.10	Missed FG
Q4	East Carolina	11	65	+0.66	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · East Carolina Pirates · Mason Garcia pass intercepted (-4.11 EPA)
2. Q4 · East Carolina Pirates · Penalty (4th & 6) (+3.96 EPA)
3. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · J.J. McCarthy pass to Roman Wilson for a touchdown (14 yards) (+3.51 EPA)
4. Q3 · Michigan Wolverines · J.J. McCarthy pass to Roman Wilson for a touchdown (15 yards) (+3.09 EPA)
5. Q2 · Michigan Wolverines · Blake Corum rushes for 37 yards (2nd & 8) (+2.89 EPA)
6. Q1 · East Carolina Pirates · Punt (+2.87 EPA)
7. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · J.J. McCarthy pass to Roman Wilson for 16 yards (3rd & 7) (+2.71 EPA)
8. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · J.J. McCarthy pass to Roman Wilson for 11 yards (3rd & 7) (+2.44 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan Wolverines controlled the final (30–3) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: J.J. McCarthy (Michigan) — 280.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Michigan at 0.281 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 East Carolina Pirates vs Michigan Wolverines?

East Carolina Pirates 3, Michigan Wolverines 30 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won East Carolina Pirates vs Michigan Wolverines?

Michigan Wolverines won with a final score of 3–30.

Where can I find the East Carolina Pirates vs Michigan Wolverines box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401520162.

Who led East Carolina Pirates vs Michigan Wolverines in passing?

J.J. McCarthy (Michigan) led passers with 280.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for East Carolina Pirates at Michigan Wolverines in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.