Montana Grizzlies vs. South Dakota State Jackrabbits: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

South Dakota State Jackrabbits defeated Montana Grizzlies 23–3 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: Montana Grizzlies 3, South Dakota State Jackrabbits 23.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Montana Grizzlies	0	3	0	0	3
South Dakota State Jackrabbits	6	0	15	0	23

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Mark Gronowski (South Dakota State) — 202.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.08 EPA/play +1.86 EPA
• Keali'i Ah Yat (Montana) — 12.0 yds · -0.15 EPA/play -0.31 EPA
• Clifton McDowell (Montana) — 208.0 yds · -0.36 EPA/play -15.53 EPA

Rushing

• Isaiah Davis (South Dakota State) — 87.0 yds · 1 TD -0.14 EPA
• Amar Johnson (South Dakota State) — 50.0 yds +0.06 EPA
• Clifton McDowell (Montana) — 25.0 yds -0.21 EPA

Receiving

• Jadon Janke (South Dakota State) — 5 rec · 55.0 yds +0.88 EPA
• Eli Gillman (Montana) — 5 rec · 31.0 yds -0.06 EPA
• Jaxon Janke (South Dakota State) — 4 rec · 66.0 yds +1.73 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Mark Gronowski	South Dakota State	22	59.1%	202	1	+0.08	+1.86
Keali'i Ah Yat	Montana	2	100.0%	12	0	-0.15	-0.31
Clifton McDowell	Montana	43	48.8%	208	0	-0.36	-15.53

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Montana	South Dakota State
Plays	69	54
EPA / play	-0.345	+0.067
Total EPA	-23.84	+3.64
Success rate	39.1%	44.4%
Pass EPA / play	-0.352	+0.084
Rush EPA / play	-0.333	+0.056
Yards	296	400

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	South Dakota State	11	80	+6.79	Rush TD
Q1	Montana	15	57	-1.67	Ended
Q2	South Dakota State	3	61	-3.43	Interception
Q2	Montana	5	20	-2.02	Field goal
Q2	South Dakota State	5	36	-0.69	Punt
Q2	Montana	11	32	-1.46	Punt
Q2	South Dakota State	4	24	+0.21	Punt
Q2	Montana	4	65	+1.01	Interception
Q3	Montana	4	35	-3.00	Fumble
Q3	South Dakota State	3	8	-2.20	Punt
Q3	Montana	3	6	-1.61	Punt
Q3	South Dakota State	5	58	+4.95	Rush TD
Q3	Montana	3	-13	-4.14	Punt
Q3	South Dakota State	6	59	+3.94	Pass TD
Q3	Montana	1	12	-6.01	Fumble
Q3	South Dakota State	3	11	-1.86	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Montana Grizzlies · Fumble (-6.0 EPA)
2. Q2 · South Dakota State Jackrabbits · Mark Gronowski pass intercepted (-5.68 EPA)
3. Q4 · Montana Grizzlies · Clifton McDowell pass to Nick Ostmo for 21 yards (4th & 18) (+5.16 EPA)
4. Q3 · Montana Grizzlies · Fumble (-4.38 EPA)
5. Q2 · Montana Grizzlies · Eli Gillman rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-3.67 EPA)
6. Q3 · South Dakota State Jackrabbits · Mark Gronowski pass to Jadon Janke for a touchdown (23 yards) (+3.2 EPA)
7. Q3 · South Dakota State Jackrabbits · Penalty (4th & 4) (-3.05 EPA)
8. Q1 · South Dakota State Jackrabbits · Mark Gronowski pass to Jaxon Janke for 27 yards (2nd & 8) (+2.95 EPA)

Key takeaways

• South Dakota State Jackrabbits controlled the final (23–3) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Mark Gronowski (South Dakota State) — 202.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: South Dakota State at 0.067 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 Montana Grizzlies vs South Dakota State Jackrabbits?

Montana Grizzlies 3, South Dakota State Jackrabbits 23 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Montana Grizzlies vs South Dakota State Jackrabbits?

South Dakota State Jackrabbits won with a final score of 3–23.

Where can I find the Montana Grizzlies vs South Dakota State Jackrabbits box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401555031.

Who led Montana Grizzlies vs South Dakota State Jackrabbits in passing?

Mark Gronowski (South Dakota State) led passers with 202.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Montana Grizzlies at South Dakota State Jackrabbits in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.