Massachusetts Minutemen vs. New Mexico State Aggies: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Massachusetts Minutemen defeated New Mexico State Aggies 41–30 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: Massachusetts Minutemen 41, New Mexico State Aggies 30.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Massachusetts Minutemen	6	3	3	18	41
New Mexico State Aggies	0	9	0	24	30

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Diego Pavia (New Mexico State) — 243.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.26 EPA/play +7.63 EPA
• Taisun Phommachanh (Massachusetts) — 192.0 yds · +0.17 EPA/play +2.89 EPA

Rushing

• Taisun Phommachanh (Massachusetts) — 92.0 yds · 1 TD +0.33 EPA
• Kay'Ron Lynch-Adams (Massachusetts) — 75.0 yds · 2 TD +0.25 EPA
• Diego Pavia (New Mexico State) — 55.0 yds -0.68 EPA

Receiving

• Anthony Simpson (Massachusetts) — 3 rec · 65.0 yds +0.70 EPA
• Trent Hudson (New Mexico State) — 2 rec · 43.0 yds +1.48 EPA
• George Johnson III (Massachusetts) — 1 rec · 22.0 yds -0.62 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Diego Pavia	New Mexico State	29	55.2%	243	3	+0.26	+7.63
Taisun Phommachanh	Massachusetts	17	58.8%	192	0	+0.17	+2.89

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Massachusetts	New Mexico State
Plays	54	65
EPA / play	+0.204	+0.002
Total EPA	+11.01	+0.16
Success rate	35.2%	50.8%
Pass EPA / play	+0.170	-0.052
Rush EPA / play	+0.219	+0.049
Yards	389	561

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Massachusetts	3	6	-2.44	Punt
Q1	New Mexico State	3	15	-5.66	Interception
Q1	Massachusetts	3	35	+3.08	Rush TD
Q1	New Mexico State	5	16	-1.73	Punt
Q1	Massachusetts	5	29	-0.60	Punt
Q1	New Mexico State	4	12	-2.69	Punt
Q1	Massachusetts	4	11	-1.77	Punt
Q2	New Mexico State	3	6	-2.63	Punt
Q2	Massachusetts	3	3	-2.31	Punt
Q2	New Mexico State	2	85	+6.93	Rush TD
Q2	Massachusetts	8	61	+0.73	Field goal
Q2	New Mexico State	8	53	+0.24	Field goal
Q3	New Mexico State	3	9	-1.13	Punt
Q3	Massachusetts	10	55	+0.28	Ended
Q3	Massachusetts	0	0	—	Field goal
Q3	New Mexico State	10	58	+1.09	Missed FG

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · New Mexico State Aggies · Interception returned for a touchdown (-9.19 EPA)
2. Q4 · New Mexico State Aggies · Diego Pavia pass to Trent Hudson for a touchdown (1 yard) (+7.0 EPA)
3. Q2 · New Mexico State Aggies · Monte Watkins rushes 80 yards for a touchdown (+6.85 EPA)
4. Q1 · New Mexico State Aggies · Diego Pavia pass intercepted (-5.21 EPA)
5. Q4 · New Mexico State Aggies · Diego Pavia pass to Jordin Parker for a touchdown (40 yards) (+5.21 EPA)
6. Q4 · New Mexico State Aggies · Diego Pavia rushes for 2 yards (1st & 3) (-4.79 EPA)
7. Q4 · Massachusetts Minutemen · Taisun Phommachanh pass to Christian Wells for 68 yards (2nd & 9) (+4.71 EPA)
8. Q4 · Massachusetts Minutemen · Taisun Phommachanh rushes for 26 yards (4th & 7) (+4.47 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Massachusetts Minutemen controlled the final (41–30) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Diego Pavia (New Mexico State) — 243.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Massachusetts at 0.204 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 Massachusetts Minutemen vs New Mexico State Aggies?

Massachusetts Minutemen 41, New Mexico State Aggies 30 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Massachusetts Minutemen vs New Mexico State Aggies?

Massachusetts Minutemen won with a final score of 41–30.

Where can I find the Massachusetts Minutemen vs New Mexico State Aggies box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401525450.

Who led Massachusetts Minutemen vs New Mexico State Aggies in passing?

Diego Pavia (New Mexico State) led passers with 243.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Massachusetts Minutemen at New Mexico State Aggies in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.