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UAlbany Great Danes vs. South Dakota State Jackrabbits: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Jackrabbits defeat Danes 59–0 in Week 1

Mark Gronowski paced the box score as Jackrabbits closed out a 0–59 Week 1 finish.

UAlbany Great Danes 0 1-2
Final 0–59
South Dakota State Jackrabbits 59 2-0 Winner
Winner
South Dakota State Jackrabbits
Final score
0–59
Halftime
UAlbany Great Danes 6–24 South Dakota State Jackrabbits
Top passer
Mark Gronowski
FantasyHQ MVP
Mark Gronowski

Top CFB performers · Danes

  • Reese Poffenbarger 234.0 yds · -0.19 EPA/play -8.8 EPA
  • Reese Poffenbarger 41.0 yds -0.2 EPA
  • Griffin Woodell 34.0 yds -2.3 EPA

Top CFB performers · Jackrabbits

  • Mark Gronowski 265.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.80 EPA/play +15.2 EPA
  • Isaiah Davis 97.0 yds · 2 TD +5.7 EPA
  • Amar Johnson 34.0 yds -0.8 EPA

Quick answer

South Dakota State Jackrabbits defeated UAlbany Great Danes 59– in Week 1, 2023. Final score: UAlbany Great Danes , South Dakota State Jackrabbits 59.

Game summary

South Dakota State Jackrabbits dominated UAlbany Great Danes 59–0 in Week 1 of the 2023 season.

  • Scoring: 7 touchdowns across 7 plays.
  • Passing leader: Mark Gronowski (South Dakota State) — 265.0 pass yds, 3 TD, +0.80 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Isaiah Davis — 97.0 yds, 2 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Julian Hicks — 7 rec, 76.0 yds.
  • EPA edge: South Dakota State (+0.447/play) vs UAlbany (-0.209/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
UAlbany Great Danes0600
South Dakota State Jackrabbits121201259

Scoring Map

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

UALBUAlbany Great Danes
SDSTSouth Dakota State Jackrabbits

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Scoring timeline

7 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. South Dakota State
    Q1TD
    ZHZach Heins

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-6

    Mark Gronowski pass to Zach Heins for a touchdown (6 yards)

  2. South Dakota State
    Q1TD
    IDIsaiah Davis

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-12

    Isaiah Davis rushes 3 yards for a touchdown

  3. South Dakota State
    Q2TD
    IDIsaiah Davis

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-18

    Isaiah Davis rushes 2 yards for a touchdown

  4. UAlbany
    Q2TD

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-18

    Punt return touchdown

  5. South Dakota State
    Q2TD
    JJJadon Janke

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-24

    Mark Gronowski pass to Jadon Janke for a touchdown (36 yards)

  6. South Dakota State
    Q4TD
    ZHZach Heins

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-30

    Mark Gronowski pass to Zach Heins for a touchdown (25 yards)

  7. South Dakota State
    Q4TD
    GWGriffin Wilde

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-36

    Chase Mason pass to Griffin Wilde for a touchdown (71 yards)

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Mark Gronowski (South Dakota State) — 265.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.80 EPA/play +15.21 EPA
  • Chase Mason (South Dakota State) — 71.0 yds · 1 TD · +4.76 EPA/play +4.76 EPA
  • Reese Poffenbarger (UAlbany) — 234.0 yds · -0.19 EPA/play -8.83 EPA

Rushing

  • Isaiah Davis (South Dakota State) — 97.0 yds · 2 TD +0.38 EPA
  • Reese Poffenbarger (UAlbany) — 41.0 yds -0.04 EPA
  • Amar Johnson (South Dakota State) — 34.0 yds -0.11 EPA

Receiving

  • Julian Hicks (UAlbany) — 7 rec · 76.0 yds +0.01 EPA
  • Jadon Janke (South Dakota State) — 6 rec · 151.0 yds +1.41 EPA
  • Faysal Aden (UAlbany) — 6 rec · 44.0 yds +0.38 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Mark GronowskiSouth Dakota State1978.9%2653+0.80+15.21
Chase MasonSouth Dakota State1100.0%711+4.76+4.76
Reese PoffenbargerUAlbany4665.2%2340-0.19-8.83

Team EPA comparison

StatUAlbanySouth Dakota State
Plays6151
EPA / play-0.209+0.447
Total EPA-12.73+22.82
Success rate45.9%72.5%
Pass EPA / play-0.192+0.998
Rush EPA / play-0.260+0.092
Yards315543

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q1South Dakota State1169+5.31Pass TD
Q1UAlbany750-3.54Interception
Q1South Dakota State558+4.06Rush TD
Q1UAlbany520-1.43Punt
Q2South Dakota State780+5.37Rush TD
Q2UAlbany43-3.02Touchdown
Q2UAlbany21-1.22Interception
Q2South Dakota State453+0.34Ended
Q2UAlbany838-1.30Interception
Q2South Dakota State578+5.98Pass TD
Q2UAlbany317-0.33Ended
Q3UAlbany239+2.56Fumble
Q3UAlbany1058-0.82Ended
Q3South Dakota State634-1.04Punt
Q3UAlbany1373+0.68Ended
Q3South Dakota State777+3.76Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q2 · UAlbany Great Danes · Punt return touchdown (-5.0 EPA)
  2. Q4 · South Dakota State Jackrabbits · Angel Johnson rushes for 3 yards (1st & 10) (-4.93 EPA)
  3. Q1 · UAlbany Great Danes · Reese Poffenbarger pass intercepted (-4.92 EPA)
  4. Q4 · South Dakota State Jackrabbits · Chase Mason pass to Griffin Wilde for a touchdown (71 yards) (+4.76 EPA)
  5. Q2 · South Dakota State Jackrabbits · Mark Gronowski pass to Jadon Janke for a touchdown (36 yards) (+4.67 EPA)
  6. Q2 · South Dakota State Jackrabbits · Mark Gronowski rushes for 32 yards (3rd & 6) (+3.18 EPA)
  7. Q1 · South Dakota State Jackrabbits · Mark Gronowski pass to Zach Heins for a touchdown (6 yards) (+2.8 EPA)
  8. Q3 · UAlbany Great Danes · Reese Poffenbarger sacked for a loss of 6 yards (3rd & 4) (-2.78 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • South Dakota State Jackrabbits controlled the final (59–) in Week 1.
  • Passing edge: Mark Gronowski (South Dakota State) — 265.0 yds, 3 TD.
  • EPA edge: South Dakota State at 0.447 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 UAlbany Great Danes vs South Dakota State Jackrabbits?

UAlbany Great Danes 0, South Dakota State Jackrabbits 59 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won UAlbany Great Danes vs South Dakota State Jackrabbits?

South Dakota State Jackrabbits won with a final score of 0–59.

Where can I find the UAlbany Great Danes vs South Dakota State Jackrabbits box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401618179.

Who led UAlbany Great Danes vs South Dakota State Jackrabbits in passing?

Mark Gronowski (South Dakota State) led passers with 265.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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

Season records after this game

UAlbany Great Danes

Now 1-2 L

South Dakota State Jackrabbits

Now 2-0 W