Quick answer
Louisville Cardinals defeated Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 39–34 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: Louisville Cardinals 39, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 34.
Game summary
Louisville Cardinals edged Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 39–34 in Week 1 of the 2023 season.
- Scoring: 9 touchdowns, 4 field goals across 13 plays.
- Passing leader: J.Plummer (Louisville) — 243.0 pass yds, 3 TD, +1.48 EPA/play.
- Receiving leader: intended — 0 rec, 0.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Louisville (+0.321/play) vs Georgia Tech (+0.160/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Louisville Cardinals | 6 | 6 | 9 | 15 | 39 |
 Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets | 0 | 24 | 0 | 6 | 34 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
LOULouisville CardinalsField goal is good
Field goal is good
H.King pass to . Catch made by C.Lane at 48. Gain of 48 yards. C.Lane for a touchdown (48 yards)
Rushing touchdown
J.Plummer pass to GT. Catch made by K.Coleman Jr. at GT 9. Gain of 9 yards. K.Coleman Jr. for a touchdown (9 yards)
Rushing touchdown
H.King pass to . Catch made by B.Seither at 2. Gain of 2 yards. B.Seither for a touchdown (2 yards)
J.Plummer pass to GT. Catch made by J.Thrash at GT 5. Gain of 5 yards. J.Thrash for a touchdown (5 yards)
Field goal good from 22 yards
H.King pass to . Catch made by E.Singleton at 5. Gain of 5 yards. E.Singleton for a touchdown (5 yards)
Field goal is good
Rushing touchdown
J.Plummer pass to GT. Catch made by J.Thrash at GT 20. Gain of 20 yards. J.Thrash for a touchdown (20 yards)
GTGeorgia Tech Yellow JacketsFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Louisville
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 3-0
Field goal is good
- Louisville
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 6-0
Field goal is good
- Georgia Tech
Q2TD .C. Catch made by C.Lane at 48. Gain of 48 yards. C.LanePoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-6
H.King pass to . Catch made by C.Lane at 48. Gain of 48 yards. C.Lane for a touchdown (48 yards)
- Georgia Tech
Q2TD Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-12
Rushing touchdown
- Louisville
Q2TD GCGT. Catch made by K.Coleman Jr. at GT 9. Gain of 9 yards. K.Coleman Jr.Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-12
J.Plummer pass to GT. Catch made by K.Coleman Jr. at GT 9. Gain of 9 yards. K.Coleman Jr. for a touchdown (9 yards)
- Georgia Tech
Q2TD Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-18
Rushing touchdown
- Georgia Tech
Q2TD .C. Catch made by B.Seither at 2. Gain of 2 yards. B.SeitherPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-24
H.King pass to . Catch made by B.Seither at 2. Gain of 2 yards. B.Seither for a touchdown (2 yards)
- Louisville
Q3TD GCGT. Catch made by J.Thrash at GT 5. Gain of 5 yards. J.ThrashPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 18-24
J.Plummer pass to GT. Catch made by J.Thrash at GT 5. Gain of 5 yards. J.Thrash for a touchdown (5 yards)
- Louisville
Q3FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 5
- Score
- 21-24
Field goal good from 22 yards
- Georgia Tech
Q4TD .C. Catch made by E.Singleton at 5. Gain of 5 yards. E.SingletonPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 21-30
H.King pass to . Catch made by E.Singleton at 5. Gain of 5 yards. E.Singleton for a touchdown (5 yards)
- Louisville
Q4FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 24-30
Field goal is good
- Louisville
Q4TD Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 30-30
Rushing touchdown
- Louisville
Q4TD GCGT. Catch made by J.Thrash at GT 20. Gain of 20 yards. J.ThrashPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 36-30
J.Plummer pass to GT. Catch made by J.Thrash at GT 20. Gain of 20 yards. J.Thrash for a touchdown (20 yards)
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- J.Plummer (Louisville) — 243.0 yds · 3 TD · +1.48 EPA/play +25.10 EPA
- H.King (Georgia Tech) — 311.0 yds · 3 TD · +1.15 EPA/play +21.85 EPA
- ing steps back to pass. H.King (Georgia Tech) — 0.0 yds · -1.07 EPA/play -11.80 EPA
Receiving
- intended (Louisville) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds -1.03 EPA
- intended (Georgia Tech) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds -1.07 EPA
- GT. Catch made by M.Rutherford at GT 33. Gain of 55 yards. Tackled by D.Neal at 12. (Georgia Tech) — 1 rec · 55.0 yds +3.20 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.Plummer | Louisville | 17 | 100.0% | 243 | 3 | +1.48 | +25.10 |
| H.King | Georgia Tech | 19 | 94.7% | 311 | 3 | +1.15 | +21.85 |
| ing steps back to pass. H.King | Georgia Tech | 11 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | -1.07 | -11.80 |
| steps back to pass. J.Plummer | Louisville | 13 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | -1.03 | -13.44 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Louisville | Georgia Tech |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 61 | 69 |
| EPA / play | +0.321 | +0.160 |
| Total EPA | +19.58 | +11.01 |
| Success rate | 54.1% | 43.5% |
| Pass EPA / play | +0.389 | +0.249 |
| Rush EPA / play | +0.255 | +0.082 |
| Yards | 471 | 486 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Georgia Tech | 1 | 5 | +0.07 | Ended |
| Q1 | Louisville | 9 | 79 | +2.71 | Field goal |
| Q1 | Georgia Tech | 3 | 3 | -3.28 | Punt |
| Q1 | Louisville | 3 | 8 | -0.86 | Punt |
| Q1 | Georgia Tech | 8 | 24 | -2.42 | Punt |
| Q1 | Louisville | 4 | 12 | -2.32 | Field goal |
| Q1 | Georgia Tech | 3 | 7 | -4.43 | Interception |
| Q2 | Georgia Tech | 3 | 65 | +5.62 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Louisville | 3 | 2 | -1.39 | Punt |
| Q2 | Georgia Tech | 5 | 75 | +5.94 | Rush TD |
| Q2 | Louisville | 7 | 60 | +4.58 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Georgia Tech | 4 | 72 | +5.48 | Rush TD |
| Q2 | Louisville | 3 | 6 | -2.14 | Punt |
| Q2 | Georgia Tech | 9 | 71 | +5.47 | Pass TD |
| Q3 | Louisville | 3 | 9 | -0.20 | Punt |
| Q3 | Georgia Tech | 5 | 18 | -1.58 | Punt |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q4 · Louisville Cardinals · Rushing touchdown (+6.04 EPA)
- Q2 · Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets · H.King pass to . Catch made by C.Lane at 48. Gain of 48 yards. C.Lane for a touchdown (48 yards) (+5.43 EPA)
- Q3 · Louisville Cardinals · J.Plummer pass to GT. Catch made by J.Thrash at GT 40. Gain of 21 yards. Tackled by J.King at GT 19. for 21 yards (4th & 4) (+4.67 EPA)
- Q1 · Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets · H.King pass intercepted (-4.01 EPA)
- Q1 · Louisville Cardinals · J.Plummer pass to . Catch made by K.Coleman Jr. at 11. Gain of 40 yards. Tackled by A.Harvey at GT 49. for 40 yards (2nd & 7) (+3.95 EPA)
- Q2 · Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets · Rushing touchdown (+3.44 EPA)
- Q2 · Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets · H.King pass to GT. Catch made by M.Rutherford at GT 33. Gain of 55 yards. Tackled by D.Neal at 12. for 55 yards (2nd & 5) (+3.2 EPA)
- Q4 · Louisville Cardinals · J.Plummer pass to GT. Catch made by J.Thrash at GT 20. Gain of 20 yards. J.Thrash for a touchdown (20 yards) (+2.73 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Louisville Cardinals controlled the final (39–34) in Week 1.
- Passing edge: J.Plummer (Louisville) — 243.0 yds, 3 TD.
- EPA edge: Louisville at 0.321 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 Louisville Cardinals vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets?
Louisville Cardinals 39, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 34 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.
Who won Louisville Cardinals vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets?
Louisville Cardinals won with a final score of 39–34.
Where can I find the Louisville Cardinals vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401525462.
Who led Louisville Cardinals vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in passing?
J.Plummer (Louisville) led passers with 243.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Louisville Cardinals at Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Louisville Cardinals
Now 1-1 W
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
Now 1-1 L
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