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Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 2023 Week 13 Recap

Hawkeyes defeat Cornhuskers 13–10 in Week 13

Chubba Purdy paced the box score as Hawkeyes closed out a 13–10 Week 13 finish.

Iowa Hawkeyes 13 10-3 Winner
Final 13–10
Nebraska Cornhuskers 10 5-7
Winner
Iowa Hawkeyes
Final score
13–10
Halftime
Iowa Hawkeyes 9–6 Nebraska Cornhuskers
Top passer
Chubba Purdy
FantasyHQ MVP
Chubba Purdy

Top CFB performers · Hawkeyes

  • Deacon Hill 104.0 yds · -0.25 EPA/play -7.3 EPA
  • Leshon Williams 115.0 yds -1.5 EPA
  • Kaleb Johnson 30.0 yds -3.1 EPA

Top CFB performers · Cornhuskers

  • Chubba Purdy 187.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.05 EPA/play +1.6 EPA
  • Emmett Johnson 29.0 yds -4.0 EPA
  • Chubba Purdy 48.0 yds -5.0 EPA

Quick answer

Iowa Hawkeyes defeated Nebraska Cornhuskers 13–10 in Week 13, 2023. Final score: Iowa Hawkeyes 13, Nebraska Cornhuskers 10.

Game summary

Iowa Hawkeyes edged Nebraska Cornhuskers 13–10 in Week 13 of the 2023 season.

  • Scoring: 2 touchdowns, 3 field goals across 5 plays.
  • Passing leader: Chubba Purdy (Nebraska) — 187.0 pass yds, 1 TD, +0.05 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Leshon Williams — 115.0 yds.
  • Receiving leader: Nico Ragaini — 2 rec, 14.0 yds.
  • EPA edge: Nebraska (-0.202/play) vs Iowa (-0.206/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
Iowa Hawkeyes090313
Nebraska Cornhuskers063010

Scoring Map

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

IOWAIowa Hawkeyes
NEBNebraska Cornhuskers

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Scoring timeline

5 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. Iowa
    Q2TD
    DHDeacon Hill

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-0

    Deacon Hill rushes 1 yard for a touchdown

  2. Iowa
    Q2FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 11
    Score
    9-0

    Field goal good from 28 yards

  3. Nebraska
    Q2TD
    JLJaylen Lloyd

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    9-6

    Chubba Purdy pass to Jaylen Lloyd for a touchdown (66 yards)

  4. Nebraska
    Q3FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 27
    Score
    9-9

    Field goal good from 44 yards

  5. Iowa
    Q4FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 21
    Score
    12-9

    Field goal good from 38 yards

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Chubba Purdy (Nebraska) — 187.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.05 EPA/play +1.61 EPA
  • Deacon Hill (Iowa) — 104.0 yds · -0.25 EPA/play -7.26 EPA

Rushing

  • Leshon Williams (Iowa) — 115.0 yds -0.10 EPA
  • Emmett Johnson (Nebraska) — 29.0 yds -0.36 EPA
  • Chubba Purdy (Nebraska) — 48.0 yds -0.50 EPA

Receiving

  • Nico Ragaini (Iowa) — 2 rec · 14.0 yds -0.52 EPA
  • Billy Kemp IV (Nebraska) — 4 rec · 21.0 yds -0.18 EPA
  • Malachi Coleman (Nebraska) — 2 rec · 19.0 yds -0.86 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Chubba PurdyNebraska3050.0%1871+0.05+1.61
Deacon HillIowa2937.9%1040-0.25-7.26

Team EPA comparison

StatIowaNebraska
Plays6858
EPA / play-0.206-0.202
Total EPA-14.00-11.71
Success rate27.9%19.0%
Pass EPA / play-0.250+0.054
Rush EPA / play-0.173-0.476
Yards273274

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q1Iowa31-3.17Punt
Q1Nebraska621-1.40Punt
Q1Iowa1554-0.84Ended
Q1Nebraska34-2.54Punt
Q1Iowa751+3.88Rush TD
Q2Nebraska425-4.25Fumble
Q2Iowa1229-2.63Field goal
Q2Nebraska365+5.79Pass TD
Q2Iowa769+1.50Ended
Q2Nebraska39-0.18Punt
Q2Iowa1-20.00Ended
Q3Nebraska612-2.57Punt
Q3Iowa37-2.10Punt
Q3Nebraska945+0.29Field goal
Q3Iowa35-2.60Punt
Q3Nebraska39-1.41Punt

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q2 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Chubba Purdy pass to Jaylen Lloyd for a touchdown (66 yards) (+7.17 EPA)
  2. Q2 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Fumble (-6.25 EPA)
  3. Q1 · Iowa Hawkeyes · Punt for 4 yards (-4.29 EPA)
  4. Q2 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Chubba Purdy pass to Alex Bullock for 22 yards (3rd & 11) (+3.73 EPA)
  5. Q2 · Iowa Hawkeyes · Leshon Williams rushes for 53 yards (2nd & 10) (+3.72 EPA)
  6. Q3 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Chubba Purdy pass to Joshua Fleeks for 25 yards (3rd & 11) (+3.63 EPA)
  7. Q2 · Iowa Hawkeyes · Blocked Field Goal (24 yards) (-3.17 EPA)
  8. Q1 · Iowa Hawkeyes · Blocked Field Goal (30 yards) (-3.1 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • Iowa Hawkeyes controlled the final (13–10) in Week 13.
  • Passing edge: Chubba Purdy (Nebraska) — 187.0 yds, 1 TD.
  • EPA edge: Nebraska at -0.202 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 Iowa Hawkeyes vs Nebraska Cornhuskers?

Iowa Hawkeyes 13, Nebraska Cornhuskers 10 in Week 13 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Iowa Hawkeyes vs Nebraska Cornhuskers?

Iowa Hawkeyes won with a final score of 13–10.

Where can I find the Iowa Hawkeyes vs Nebraska Cornhuskers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401520425.

Who led Iowa Hawkeyes vs Nebraska Cornhuskers in passing?

Chubba Purdy (Nebraska) led passers with 187.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Iowa Hawkeyes at Nebraska Cornhuskers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Season records after this game

Iowa Hawkeyes

Entered 9-3 Now 10-3 W

Nebraska Cornhuskers

Entered 5-6 Now 5-7 L