Texas Longhorns 31–37 Washington Huskies: Final Score & Recap | Week 1, 2023

Quick answer

Washington Huskies defeated Texas Longhorns 37–31 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: Texas Longhorns 31, Washington Huskies 37.

Game summary

Washington Huskies edged Texas Longhorns 37–31 in Week 1 of the 2023 season.

Scoring: 8 touchdowns, 4 field goals across 12 plays.
Passing leader: Michael Penix Jr. (Washington) — 430.0 pass yds, 2 TD, +0.55 EPA/play.
Rushing leader: Dillon Johnson — 49.0 yds, 2 TD.
Receiving leader: Adonai Mitchell — 4 rec, 32.0 yds.
EPA edge: Washington (+0.223/play) vs Texas (+0.093/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Texas Longhorns	6	12	0	9	31
Washington Huskies	6	12	9	6	37

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

TEXTexas Longhorns

+3OPP 9

+3OPP 23

+3OPP 10

+3

WASHWashington Huskies

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Scoring timeline

12 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

Washington
Q1TD
DJDillon Johnson
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
0-6
Dillon Johnson rushes 2 yards for a touchdown
Texas
Q1TD
JBJaydon Blue
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
6-6
Jaydon Blue rushes 5 yards for a touchdown
Washington
Q2TD
DJDillon Johnson
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
6-12
Dillon Johnson rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
Texas
Q2TD
BMByron Murphy II
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
12-12
Byron Murphy II rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
Washington
Q2TD
JPJa'Lynn Polk
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
12-18
Michael Penix Jr. pass to Ja'Lynn Polk for a touchdown (29 yards)
Texas
Q2TD
CBCJ Baxter
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
18-18
CJ Baxter rushes 3 yards for a touchdown
Washington
Q3TD
JMJalen McMillan
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
18-24
Michael Penix Jr. pass to Jalen McMillan for a touchdown (19 yards)
Washington
Q3FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 9
Score
18-27
Field goal good from 26 yards
Washington
Q4FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 23
Score
18-30
Field goal good from 40 yards
Texas
Q4TD
AMAdonai Mitchell
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
24-30
Quinn Ewers pass to Adonai Mitchell for a touchdown (1 yard)
Washington
Q4FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 10
Score
24-33
Field goal good from 27 yards
Texas
Q4FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 8
Score
27-33
Field goal good from 25 yards

Stars of the game

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

Passing

Michael Penix Jr. (Washington) — 430.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.55 EPA/play +20.69 EPA
Jalen McMillan (Washington) — 0.0 yds · -0.58 EPA/play -0.58 EPA
Quinn Ewers (Texas) — 299.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.13 EPA/play -5.95 EPA

Rushing

Dillon Johnson (Washington) — 49.0 yds · 2 TD -0.32 EPA
CJ Baxter (Texas) — 64.0 yds · 1 TD +0.02 EPA
Jaydon Blue (Texas) — 59.0 yds · 1 TD +0.82 EPA

Receiving

Adonai Mitchell (Texas) — 4 rec · 32.0 yds -0.24 EPA
Ja'Tavion Sanders (Texas) — 6 rec · 75.0 yds +0.44 EPA
Jack Westover (Washington) — 6 rec · 59.0 yds +0.22 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Michael Penix Jr.	Washington	38	76.3%	430	2	+0.55	+20.69
Jalen McMillan	Washington	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.58	-0.58
Quinn Ewers	Texas	45	51.1%	299	1	-0.13	-5.95

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Texas	Washington
Plays	71	70
EPA / play	+0.093	+0.223
Total EPA	+6.57	+15.63
Success rate	47.9%	54.3%
Pass EPA / play	-0.132	+0.516
Rush EPA / play	+0.482	-0.144
Yards	502	533

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Texas	5	16	-2.05	Punt
Q1	Washington	4	84	+6.40	Rush TD
Q1	Texas	7	75	+6.49	Rush TD
Q1	Washington	3	6	-2.42	Punt
Q1	Texas	4	0	-4.50	Punt
Q1	Washington	9	80	+5.86	Rush TD
Q2	Texas	6	33	+1.39	Rush TD
Q2	Washington	5	61	-1.57	Ended
Q2	Texas	4	11	-1.51	Punt
Q2	Washington	9	76	+6.11	Pass TD
Q2	Texas	10	72	+6.17	Rush TD
Q2	Washington	1	-1	0.00	Ended
Q3	Washington	8	70	+5.69	Pass TD
Q3	Texas	1	8	-4.81	Fumble
Q3	Washington	4	24	-1.71	Field goal
Q3	Texas	4	26	-0.45	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

Q1 · Washington Huskies · Michael Penix Jr. pass to Ja'Lynn Polk for 77 yards (1st & 10) (+5.82 EPA)
Q4 · Texas Longhorns · Fumble (-4.91 EPA)
Q2 · Washington Huskies · Michael Penix Jr. pass to Ja'Lynn Polk for a touchdown (29 yards) (+4.85 EPA)
Q3 · Texas Longhorns · Fumble (-4.81 EPA)
Q4 · Texas Longhorns · Quinn Ewers pass to Xavier Worthy for 38 yards (3rd & 5) (+3.43 EPA)
Q1 · Washington Huskies · Michael Penix Jr. pass to Germie Bernard for 29 yards (2nd & 9) (+3.15 EPA)
Q2 · Washington Huskies · Michael Penix Jr. pass to Rome Odunze for 52 yards (1st & 10) (+3.12 EPA)
Q2 · Texas Longhorns · Punt (-2.97 EPA)

Key takeaways

Washington Huskies controlled the final (37–31) in Week 1.
Passing edge: Michael Penix Jr. (Washington) — 430.0 yds, 2 TD.
EPA edge: Washington at 0.223 EPA/play.
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Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Texas Longhorns vs Washington Huskies?

Texas Longhorns 31, Washington Huskies 37 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Texas Longhorns vs Washington Huskies?

Washington Huskies won with a final score of 31–37.

Where can I find the Texas Longhorns vs Washington Huskies box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401551788.

Who led Texas Longhorns vs Washington Huskies in passing?

Michael Penix Jr. (Washington) led passers with 430.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Texas Longhorns at Washington Huskies in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

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