UTSA Roadrunners vs. Houston Cougars: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Houston Cougars defeated UTSA Roadrunners 17–14 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: UTSA Roadrunners 14, Houston Cougars 17.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
UTSA Roadrunners	6	0	0	6	14
Houston Cougars	6	3	6	0	17

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Donovan Smith (Houston) — 229.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.09 EPA/play -3.28 EPA
• Frank Harris (UTSA) — 203.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.23 EPA/play -8.57 EPA

Rushing

• Kevorian Barnes (UTSA) — 103.0 yds · 1 TD +0.12 EPA
• Donovan Smith (Houston) — 49.0 yds +0.08 EPA
• Frank Harris (UTSA) — 51.0 yds +0.63 EPA

Receiving

• Joshua Cephus (UTSA) — 9 rec · 123.0 yds +1.48 EPA
• Samuel Brown (Houston) — 6 rec · 106.0 yds +1.38 EPA
• Joseph Manjack IV (Houston) — 6 rec · 81.0 yds +0.87 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Donovan Smith	Houston	37	59.5%	229	2	-0.09	-3.28
Frank Harris	UTSA	37	48.6%	203	1	-0.23	-8.57

Team EPA comparison

Stat	UTSA	Houston
Plays	71	72
EPA / play	+0.015	-0.226
Total EPA	+1.10	-16.30
Success rate	38.0%	38.9%
Pass EPA / play	-0.232	-0.089
Rush EPA / play	+0.284	-0.372
Yards	417	353

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Houston	3	1	-3.17	Punt
Q1	UTSA	3	-1	-3.19	Punt
Q1	Houston	3	6	-2.78	Punt
Q1	UTSA	6	9	-2.44	Punt
Q1	Houston	3	22	+2.46	Pass TD
Q1	UTSA	8	85	+7.61	Rush TD
Q1	Houston	5	61	-1.47	Ended
Q1	UTSA	5	25	-0.77	Punt
Q2	Houston	4	26	-1.37	Missed FG
Q2	UTSA	10	40	-0.73	Missed FG
Q2	Houston	8	23	-1.37	Punt
Q2	UTSA	6	44	+0.26	Punt
Q2	Houston	11	60	-0.53	Field goal
Q3	UTSA	6	72	+1.06	Interception
Q3	Houston	5	22	-1.60	Punt
Q3	UTSA	1	0	-3.45	Interception

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · UTSA Roadrunners · Frank Harris pass intercepted (-5.73 EPA)
2. Q4 · UTSA Roadrunners · Frank Harris pass to Joshua Cephus for a touchdown (20 yards) (+4.54 EPA)
3. Q4 · UTSA Roadrunners · Frank Harris rushes for 11 yards (4th & 10) (+4.08 EPA)
4. Q3 · Houston Cougars · Donovan Smith sacked for a loss of 10 yards (4th & 2) (-3.77 EPA)
5. Q3 · UTSA Roadrunners · Kevorian Barnes rushes for 44 yards (2nd & 10) (+3.77 EPA)
6. Q3 · UTSA Roadrunners · Frank Harris pass to Oscar Cardenas for 11 yards (4th & 2) (+3.5 EPA)
7. Q3 · UTSA Roadrunners · Frank Harris pass intercepted (-3.45 EPA)
8. Q1 · Houston Cougars · Tony Mathis Jr. rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-3.25 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Houston Cougars controlled the final (17–14) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Donovan Smith (Houston) — 229.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: UTSA at 0.015 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 UTSA Roadrunners vs Houston Cougars?

UTSA Roadrunners 14, Houston Cougars 17 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won UTSA Roadrunners vs Houston Cougars?

Houston Cougars won with a final score of 14–17.

Where can I find the UTSA Roadrunners vs Houston Cougars box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401525819.

Who led UTSA Roadrunners vs Houston Cougars in passing?

Donovan Smith (Houston) led passers with 229.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for UTSA Roadrunners at Houston Cougars in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.