Kansas Jayhawks vs. UNLV Rebels: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Kansas Jayhawks defeated UNLV Rebels 49–36 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: Kansas Jayhawks 49, UNLV Rebels 36.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Kansas Jayhawks	6	18	0	18	49
UNLV Rebels	6	3	12	12	36

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Jason Bean (Kansas) — 447.0 yds · 6 TD · +0.96 EPA/play +27.96 EPA
• Jayden Maiava (UNLV) — 304.0 yds · 3 TD · -0.01 EPA/play -0.30 EPA

Rushing

• Devin Neal (Kansas) — 71.0 yds · 1 TD -0.10 EPA
• Vincent Davis Jr. (UNLV) — 38.0 yds · 1 TD -0.14 EPA
• Jacob De Jesus (UNLV) — 40.0 yds · 1 TD +0.65 EPA

Receiving

• Ricky White (UNLV) — 7 rec · 97.0 yds +0.28 EPA
• Lawrence Arnold (Kansas) — 6 rec · 132.0 yds +1.56 EPA
• Jacob De Jesus (UNLV) — 8 rec · 95.0 yds +0.86 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Jason Bean	Kansas	29	65.5%	447	6	+0.96	+27.96
Jayden Maiava	UNLV	36	66.7%	304	3	-0.01	-0.30

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Kansas	UNLV
Plays	67	59
EPA / play	+0.364	+0.044
Total EPA	+24.39	+2.61
Success rate	43.3%	42.4%
Pass EPA / play	+0.964	-0.008
Rush EPA / play	-0.094	+0.127
Yards	581	410

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	UNLV	8	65	+5.26	Rush TD
Q1	Kansas	3	15	+0.13	Punt
Q1	UNLV	3	7	-2.60	Punt
Q1	Kansas	9	98	+8.50	Pass TD
Q1	UNLV	9	56	-3.75	Interception
Q2	Kansas	4	80	+6.18	Pass TD
Q2	UNLV	6	26	-0.48	Missed FG
Q2	Kansas	5	66	+4.82	Pass TD
Q2	UNLV	1	4	-5.13	Interception
Q2	Kansas	2	-1	-4.67	Interception
Q2	UNLV	3	14	-0.60	Punt
Q2	Kansas	8	65	+4.90	Rush TD
Q2	UNLV	4	3	-2.62	Field goal
Q3	Kansas	3	-4	-4.23	Interception
Q3	UNLV	5	36	+2.89	Pass TD
Q3	Kansas	3	4	-2.47	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · UNLV Rebels · Jayden Maiava pass to Senika McKie for a touchdown (50 yards) (+7.53 EPA)
2. Q2 · UNLV Rebels · Jayden Maiava pass intercepted (-5.6 EPA)
3. Q4 · Kansas Jayhawks · Jason Bean pass to Lawrence Arnold for a touchdown (40 yards) (+5.34 EPA)
4. Q2 · UNLV Rebels · Jayden Maiava pass intercepted (-5.13 EPA)
5. Q2 · Kansas Jayhawks · Jason Bean pass to Luke Grimm for a touchdown (60 yards) (+4.91 EPA)
6. Q4 · Kansas Jayhawks · Jason Bean pass to Luke Grimm for a touchdown (43 yards) (+4.55 EPA)
7. Q4 · Kansas Jayhawks · Jason Bean pass to Lawrence Arnold for a touchdown (56 yards) (+4.39 EPA)
8. Q4 · UNLV Rebels · Jayden Maiava pass to Jacob De Jesus for 38 yards (2nd & 12) (+4.18 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Kansas Jayhawks controlled the final (49–36) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Jason Bean (Kansas) — 447.0 yds, 6 TD.
• EPA edge: Kansas at 0.364 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 Kansas Jayhawks vs UNLV Rebels?

Kansas Jayhawks 49, UNLV Rebels 36 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Kansas Jayhawks vs UNLV Rebels?

Kansas Jayhawks won with a final score of 49–36.

Where can I find the Kansas Jayhawks vs UNLV Rebels box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401551757.

Who led Kansas Jayhawks vs UNLV Rebels in passing?

Jason Bean (Kansas) led passers with 447.0 yards and 6 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Kansas Jayhawks at UNLV Rebels in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.