Wisconsin Badgers vs. LSU Tigers: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

LSU Tigers defeated Wisconsin Badgers 35–31 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: Wisconsin Badgers 31, LSU Tigers 35.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Wisconsin Badgers	12	6	9	0	31
LSU Tigers	0	12	12	6	35

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Garrett Nussmeier (LSU) — 415.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.36 EPA/play +16.76 EPA
• Tanner Mordecai (Wisconsin) — 351.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.25 EPA/play +11.05 EPA

Rushing

• Jackson Acker (Wisconsin) — 86.0 yds · 1 TD +0.18 EPA
• Josh Williams (LSU) — 48.0 yds -0.63 EPA
• Tanner Mordecai (Wisconsin) — 33.0 yds -0.30 EPA

Receiving

• Brian Thomas Jr. (LSU) — 8 rec · 98.0 yds +1.42 EPA
• Will Pauling (Wisconsin) — 7 rec · 140.0 yds +1.89 EPA
• Bryson Green (Wisconsin) — 7 rec · 105.0 yds +1.39 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Garrett Nussmeier	LSU	46	67.4%	415	3	+0.36	+16.76
Tanner Mordecai	Wisconsin	45	57.8%	351	3	+0.25	+11.05

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Wisconsin	LSU
Plays	74	72
EPA / play	+0.131	+0.180
Total EPA	+9.70	+12.97
Success rate	45.9%	51.4%
Pass EPA / play	+0.246	+0.364
Rush EPA / play	-0.047	-0.146
Yards	515	511

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	LSU	9	36	-0.28	Punt
Q1	Wisconsin	4	58	+3.89	Ended
Q1	Wisconsin	1	20	+2.39	Pass TD
Q1	LSU	3	7	-2.18	Punt
Q1	Wisconsin	2	8	-0.91	Ended
Q1	Wisconsin	1	1	-1.56	Punt
Q1	LSU	7	45	-3.08	Ended
Q1	Wisconsin	1	7	-0.18	Ended
Q1	LSU	1	-3	-4.50	Ended
Q1	Wisconsin	1	53	+3.69	Pass TD
Q1	LSU	3	8	-1.94	Punt
Q2	Wisconsin	9	39	-1.76	Ended
Q2	LSU	7	59	+4.54	Ended
Q2	LSU	1	1	+0.91	Rush TD
Q2	Wisconsin	5	36	-0.56	Missed FG
Q2	LSU	6	55	+3.14	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Wisconsin Badgers · Punt (-4.61 EPA)
2. Q1 · LSU Tigers · Josh Williams rushes for a loss of 3 yards (4th & 1) (-4.5 EPA)
3. Q1 · LSU Tigers · Josh Williams rushes for a loss of 3 yards (4th & 1) (-4.01 EPA)
4. Q2 · LSU Tigers · Kaleb Jackson rushes 12 yards for a touchdown (+3.93 EPA)
5. Q3 · LSU Tigers · Garrett Nussmeier pass to Brian Thomas Jr. for a touchdown (38 yards) (+3.83 EPA)
6. Q1 · Wisconsin Badgers · Tanner Mordecai pass to Will Pauling for a touchdown (53 yards) (+3.69 EPA)
7. Q2 · Wisconsin Badgers · Field goal missed (-3.61 EPA)
8. Q1 · LSU Tigers · Punt (-3.47 EPA)

Key takeaways

• LSU Tigers controlled the final (35–31) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Garrett Nussmeier (LSU) — 415.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: LSU at 0.18 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 Wisconsin Badgers vs LSU Tigers?

Wisconsin Badgers 31, LSU Tigers 35 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Wisconsin Badgers vs LSU Tigers?

LSU Tigers won with a final score of 31–35.

Where can I find the Wisconsin Badgers vs LSU Tigers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401551778.

Who led Wisconsin Badgers vs LSU Tigers in passing?

Garrett Nussmeier (LSU) led passers with 415.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Wisconsin Badgers at LSU Tigers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.