Troy Vikings vs. Duke Blue Devils: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Duke Blue Devils defeated Troy Vikings 17–10 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: Troy Vikings 10, Duke Blue Devils 17.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Troy Vikings	0	0	3	6	10
Duke Blue Devils	6	6	0	3	17

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Chris Lewis (Troy) — 11.0 yds · +0.75 EPA/play +0.75 EPA
• Jabre Barber (Troy) — 0.0 yds · -0.69 EPA/play -0.69 EPA
• Grayson Loftis (Duke) — 166.0 yds · -0.35 EPA/play -10.92 EPA

Rushing

• Kimani Vidal (Troy) — 79.0 yds +0.09 EPA
• Jaquez Moore (Duke) — 73.0 yds -0.10 EPA
• Jordan Waters (Duke) — 66.0 yds +0.01 EPA

Receiving

• Jabre Barber (Troy) — 10 rec · 92.0 yds -0.33 EPA
• Sahmir Hagans (Duke) — 5 rec · 55.0 yds +0.54 EPA
• Jordan Moore (Duke) — 3 rec · 41.0 yds +0.05 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Chris Lewis	Troy	1	100.0%	11	0	+0.75	+0.75
Jabre Barber	Troy	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.69	-0.69
Grayson Loftis	Duke	31	61.3%	166	0	-0.35	-10.92
Gunnar Watson	Troy	38	55.3%	208	0	-0.33	-12.39

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Troy	Duke
Plays	64	67
EPA / play	-0.198	-0.289
Total EPA	-12.64	-19.35
Success rate	39.1%	38.8%
Pass EPA / play	-0.308	-0.352
Rush EPA / play	-0.013	-0.234
Yards	323	320

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Troy	5	16	-0.60	Punt
Q1	Duke	2	-1	-5.88	Fumble
Q1	Troy	4	17	-2.27	Missed FG
Q1	Duke	3	3	-2.81	Punt
Q1	Troy	5	13	-2.14	Punt
Q1	Duke	7	64	+4.92	Rush TD
Q1	Troy	4	25	-1.40	Punt
Q1	Duke	5	33	-3.85	Ended
Q2	Troy	5	20	-4.88	Ended
Q2	Duke	10	35	-4.15	Field goal
Q2	Troy	3	0	-2.25	Punt
Q2	Duke	16	64	+0.91	Field goal
Q3	Duke	4	24	-1.53	Punt
Q3	Troy	12	54	-1.22	Ended
Q3	Duke	3	7	-2.34	Punt
Q3	Troy	9	53	+0.90	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Duke Blue Devils · Fumble (-5.16 EPA)
2. Q2 · Duke Blue Devils · Jaylen Coleman rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-4.09 EPA)
3. Q4 · Duke Blue Devils · Grayson Loftis pass intercepted (-3.66 EPA)
4. Q4 · Troy Vikings · Gunnar Watson rushes for no gain (4th & 2) (-3.27 EPA)
5. Q2 · Troy Vikings · Gunnar Watson pass to Jabre Barber for 2 yards (4th & 3) (-3.09 EPA)
6. Q4 · Troy Vikings · Gunnar Watson pass to Peyton Higgins for 38 yards (2nd & 6) (+2.95 EPA)
7. Q2 · Duke Blue Devils · Penalty (3rd & 13) (+2.95 EPA)
8. Q1 · Duke Blue Devils · Grayson Loftis pass to Jalon Calhoun for 26 yards (2nd & 10) (+2.88 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Duke Blue Devils controlled the final (17–10) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Chris Lewis (Troy) — 11.0 yds.
• EPA edge: Troy at -0.198 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 Troy Vikings vs Duke Blue Devils?

Troy Vikings 10, Duke Blue Devils 17 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Troy Vikings vs Duke Blue Devils?

Duke Blue Devils won with a final score of 10–17.

Where can I find the Troy Vikings vs Duke Blue Devils box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401551739.

Who led Troy Vikings vs Duke Blue Devils in passing?

Chris Lewis (Troy) led passers with 11.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Troy Vikings at Duke Blue Devils in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.