James Madison Dukes vs. Air Force Falcons: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Air Force Falcons defeated James Madison Dukes 31–21 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: James Madison Dukes 21, Air Force Falcons 31.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
James Madison Dukes	6	0	6	6	21
Air Force Falcons	6	12	6	3	31

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Jordan McCloud (James Madison) — 222.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.29 EPA/play +10.66 EPA
• Zac Larrier (Air Force) — 45.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.38 EPA/play +1.88 EPA

Rushing

• Emmanuel Michel (Air Force) — 203.0 yds · 2 TD +0.18 EPA
• Kaelon Black (James Madison) — 43.0 yds -0.37 EPA
• Zac Larrier (Air Force) — 26.0 yds · 1 TD -0.01 EPA

Receiving

• Elijah Sarratt (James Madison) — 8 rec · 115.0 yds +1.42 EPA
• Phoenix Sproles (James Madison) — 5 rec · 55.0 yds +1.44 EPA
• Kaelon Black (James Madison) — 4 rec · 34.0 yds +1.66 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Jordan McCloud	James Madison	37	54.1%	222	3	+0.29	+10.66
Zac Larrier	Air Force	5	60.0%	45	1	+0.38	+1.88

Team EPA comparison

Stat	James Madison	Air Force
Plays	52	68
EPA / play	+0.137	+0.172
Total EPA	+7.13	+11.69
Success rate	44.2%	42.6%
Pass EPA / play	+0.288	+0.375
Rush EPA / play	-0.235	+0.156
Yards	283	396

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	James Madison	4	19	-0.77	Punt
Q1	Air Force	8	86	+7.12	Rush TD
Q1	James Madison	7	75	+6.41	Pass TD
Q1	Air Force	7	10	-2.63	Punt
Q1	James Madison	8	61	-1.81	Interception
Q2	Air Force	7	72	+5.51	Rush TD
Q2	James Madison	6	14	-1.62	Punt
Q2	Air Force	3	1	-1.91	Punt
Q2	James Madison	3	-2	-1.85	Punt
Q2	Air Force	3	6	-0.50	Punt
Q2	James Madison	3	-4	-0.75	Punt
Q2	Air Force	2	46	+5.30	Pass TD
Q2	James Madison	1	-2	-0.49	Ended
Q3	Air Force	7	26	-3.93	Ended
Q3	James Madison	5	51	+4.80	Pass TD
Q3	Air Force	9	75	+5.53	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Air Force Falcons · Zac Larrier pass to Jared Roznos for a touchdown (42 yards) (+5.34 EPA)
2. Q2 · James Madison Dukes · Jordan McCloud pass intercepted (-4.42 EPA)
3. Q2 · Air Force Falcons · John Lee Eldridge III rushes for 51 yards (3rd & 4) (+4.2 EPA)
4. Q1 · Air Force Falcons · Emmanuel Michel rushes for 54 yards (1st & 10) (+4.19 EPA)
5. Q4 · James Madison Dukes · Jordan McCloud pass to Kaelon Black for 24 yards (4th & 14) (+3.9 EPA)
6. Q3 · Air Force Falcons · Emmanuel Michel rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-3.69 EPA)
7. Q4 · James Madison Dukes · Jordan McCloud pass to Elijah Sarratt for 17 yards (3rd & 10) (+2.94 EPA)
8. Q3 · James Madison Dukes · Jordan McCloud pass to Kaelon Black for a touchdown (5 yards) (+2.85 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Air Force Falcons controlled the final (31–21) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Jordan McCloud (James Madison) — 222.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Air Force at 0.172 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 James Madison Dukes vs Air Force Falcons?

James Madison Dukes 21, Air Force Falcons 31 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won James Madison Dukes vs Air Force Falcons?

Air Force Falcons won with a final score of 21–31.

Where can I find the James Madison Dukes vs Air Force Falcons box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401551742.

Who led James Madison Dukes vs Air Force Falcons in passing?

Jordan McCloud (James Madison) led passers with 222.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for James Madison Dukes at Air Force Falcons in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.