Washington Huskies vs. Michigan Wolverines: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan Wolverines defeated Washington Huskies 34–13 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: Washington Huskies 13, Michigan Wolverines 34.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Washington Huskies	3	6	3	0	13
Michigan Wolverines	12	3	3	12	34

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• TEAM (Michigan) — 0.0 yds · -0.38 EPA/play -0.38 EPA
• J.J. McCarthy (Michigan) — 136.0 yds · -0.24 EPA/play -4.57 EPA
• Michael Penix Jr. (Washington) — 339.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.26 EPA/play -13.47 EPA

Rushing

• Blake Corum (Michigan) — 134.0 yds · 2 TD +0.10 EPA
• Dillon Johnson (Washington) — 33.0 yds -0.24 EPA
• Donovan Edwards (Michigan) — 104.0 yds · 2 TD +1.25 EPA

Receiving

• Ja'Lynn Polk (Washington) — 4 rec · 37.0 yds -0.20 EPA
• Jalen McMillan (Washington) — 6 rec · 33.0 yds +0.02 EPA
• Rome Odunze (Washington) — 5 rec · 87.0 yds +0.20 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
TEAM	Michigan	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.38	-0.38
J.J. McCarthy	Michigan	19	52.6%	136	0	-0.24	-4.57
Michael Penix Jr.	Washington	52	51.9%	339	1	-0.26	-13.47

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Washington	Michigan
Plays	71	57
EPA / play	-0.240	+0.119
Total EPA	-17.07	+6.80
Success rate	31.0%	36.8%
Pass EPA / play	-0.259	-0.247
Rush EPA / play	-0.190	+0.317
Yards	397	443

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Michigan	8	84	+7.01	Rush TD
Q1	Washington	13	67	+2.13	Field goal
Q1	Michigan	4	86	+6.58	Rush TD
Q1	Washington	3	7	-2.10	Punt
Q1	Michigan	4	65	+1.04	Field goal
Q2	Washington	6	38	-2.50	Ended
Q2	Michigan	3	0	-2.99	Punt
Q2	Washington	3	3	-2.02	Punt
Q2	Michigan	6	29	-3.46	Ended
Q2	Washington	11	46	+3.48	Pass TD
Q2	Michigan	4	26	-0.20	Punt
Q2	Washington	1	-1	0.00	Ended
Q3	Washington	1	0	-4.61	Interception
Q3	Michigan	5	22	-1.64	Field goal
Q3	Washington	6	47	+0.58	Field goal
Q3	Michigan	3	7	-2.17	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Washington Huskies · Michael Penix Jr. pass intercepted (-5.15 EPA)
2. Q3 · Washington Huskies · Michael Penix Jr. pass intercepted (-4.61 EPA)
3. Q2 · Washington Huskies · Michael Penix Jr. pass to Jalen McMillan for a touchdown (3 yards) (+4.51 EPA)
4. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · Donovan Edwards rushes 41 yards for a touchdown (+4.31 EPA)
5. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · Donovan Edwards rushes 46 yards for a touchdown (+4.11 EPA)
6. Q3 · Michigan Wolverines · J.J. McCarthy rushes for 22 yards (3rd & 8) (+3.7 EPA)
7. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · J.J. McCarthy pass to Roman Wilson for 37 yards (2nd & 7) (+3.53 EPA)
8. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · Blake Corum rushes for 59 yards (1st & 10) (+3.34 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan Wolverines controlled the final (34–13) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: TEAM (Michigan) — yds.
• EPA edge: Michigan at 0.119 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 Washington Huskies vs Michigan Wolverines?

Washington Huskies 13, Michigan Wolverines 34 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Washington Huskies vs Michigan Wolverines?

Michigan Wolverines won with a final score of 13–34.

Where can I find the Washington Huskies vs Michigan Wolverines box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401551789.

Who led Washington Huskies vs Michigan Wolverines in passing?

TEAM (Michigan) led passers with 0.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

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