Washington State Cougars 50–24 Colorado State Rams: Final Score & Recap | Week 1, 2023

Quick answer

Washington State Cougars defeated Colorado State Rams 50–24 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: Washington State Cougars 50, Colorado State Rams 24.

Game summary

Washington State Cougars rolled past Colorado State Rams 50–24 in Week 1 of the 2023 season.

Scoring: 10 touchdowns, 2 field goals across 12 plays.
Passing leader: Cameron Ward (Washington State) — 458.0 pass yds, 3 TD, +0.37 EPA/play.
Rushing leader: Avery Morrow — 29.0 yds.
Receiving leader: Lincoln Victor — 11 rec, 168.0 yds.
EPA edge: Washington State (+0.181/play) vs Colorado State (-0.117/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Washington State Cougars	6	9	6	18	50
Colorado State Rams	3	0	6	18	24

Scoring Map

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

WSUWashington State Cougars

+3OPP 21

+3OPP 38

CSUColorado State Rams

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Scoring timeline

12 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

Colorado State
Q1FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 21
Score
0-3
Field goal good from 38 yards
Washington State
Q1TD
CWCameron Ward
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
6-3
Cameron Ward rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
Washington State
Q2TD
KWKyle Williams
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
12-3
Cameron Ward pass to Kyle Williams for a touchdown (3 yards)
Washington State
Q2FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 38
Score
15-3
Field goal good from 55 yards
Washington State
Q3TD
JMJohn Mateer
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
21-3
John Mateer rushes 3 yards for a touchdown
Colorado State
Q3TD
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
21-9
Interception returned for a touchdown
Washington State
Q4TD
NWNakia Watson
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
27-9
Cameron Ward pass to Nakia Watson for a touchdown (12 yards)
Colorado State
Q4TD
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
27-15
Kickoff
Washington State
Q4TD
JKJosh Kelly
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
33-15
Cameron Ward pass to Josh Kelly for a touchdown (25 yards)
Colorado State
Q4TD
JRJustus Ross-Simmons
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
33-21
Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi pass to Justus Ross-Simmons for a touchdown (75 yards)
Colorado State
Q4TD
DHDallin Holker
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
33-27
Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi pass to Dallin Holker for a touchdown (20 yards)
Washington State
Q4TD
JMJohn Mateer
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
39-27
John Mateer rushes 1 yard for a touchdown

Stars of the game

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

Passing

Cameron Ward (Washington State) — 458.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.37 EPA/play +18.94 EPA
Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi (Colorado State) — 210.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.61 EPA/play +12.24 EPA
John Mateer (Washington State) — 15.0 yds · +1.80 EPA/play +1.80 EPA

Rushing

Avery Morrow (Colorado State) — 29.0 yds -0.29 EPA
Cameron Ward (Washington State) — 57.0 yds · 1 TD +0.40 EPA
Kobe Johnson (Colorado State) — 16.0 yds -0.87 EPA

Receiving

Lincoln Victor (Washington State) — 11 rec · 168.0 yds +1.09 EPA
Tory Horton (Colorado State) — 9 rec · 81.0 yds +1.37 EPA
Josh Kelly (Washington State) — 7 rec · 97.0 yds +1.21 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Cameron Ward	Washington State	51	72.5%	458	3	+0.37	+18.94
Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi	Colorado State	20	65.0%	210	2	+0.61	+12.24
John Mateer	Washington State	1	100.0%	15	0	+1.80	+1.80
Clay Millen	Colorado State	24	62.5%	99	0	-0.09	-2.14

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Washington State	Colorado State
Plays	87	64
EPA / play	+0.181	-0.117
Total EPA	+15.78	-7.46
Success rate	49.4%	35.9%
Pass EPA / play	+0.366	+0.054
Rush EPA / play	-0.107	-0.521
Yards	571	394

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Washington State	4	11	-2.62	Punt
Q1	Colorado State	11	60	+1.17	Field goal
Q1	Washington State	7	75	+6.19	Rush TD
Q1	Colorado State	3	9	-1.39	Punt
Q1	Washington State	5	57	+3.09	Ended
Q1	Colorado State	3	-1	-3.04	Ended
Q1	Washington State	1	-5	-1.70	Ended
Q1	Washington State	13	63	+4.55	Pass TD
Q2	Colorado State	4	7	-4.95	Ended
Q2	Washington State	3	-6	-3.35	Punt
Q2	Colorado State	3	9	-0.90	Punt
Q2	Washington State	12	79	-0.60	Ended
Q2	Colorado State	3	8	+0.34	Punt
Q2	Washington State	3	17	-1.00	Field goal
Q3	Colorado State	3	2	-2.91	Punt
Q3	Washington State	6	70	+4.83	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

Q4 · Colorado State Rams · Kickoff (+7.85 EPA)
Q4 · Colorado State Rams · Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi pass to Justus Ross-Simmons for a touchdown (75 yards) (+7.7 EPA)
Q3 · Colorado State Rams · Interception returned for a touchdown (-7.67 EPA)
Q3 · Colorado State Rams · Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi pass intercepted (-5.59 EPA)
Q3 · Colorado State Rams · Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi pass to Tory Horton for 12 yards (4th & 6) (+4.65 EPA)
Q1 · Washington State Cougars · Cameron Ward pass to Josh Kelly for 21 yards (3rd & 9) (+3.73 EPA)
Q2 · Colorado State Rams · Kobe Johnson rushes for a loss of 2 yards (4th & 1) (-3.72 EPA)
Q2 · Washington State Cougars · Cameron Ward pass to Lincoln Victor for 50 yards (3rd & 6) (+3.69 EPA)

Key takeaways

Washington State Cougars controlled the final (50–24) in Week 1.
Passing edge: Cameron Ward (Washington State) — 458.0 yds, 3 TD.
EPA edge: Washington State at 0.181 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 State Cougars vs Colorado State Rams?

Washington State Cougars 50, Colorado State Rams 24 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Washington State Cougars vs Colorado State Rams?

Washington State Cougars won with a final score of 50–24.

Where can I find the Washington State Cougars vs Colorado State Rams box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401523990.

Who led Washington State Cougars vs Colorado State Rams in passing?

Cameron Ward (Washington State) led passers with 458.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Washington State Cougars at Colorado State Rams in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.