Wisconsin Badgers vs. Washington State Cougars: 2023 Week 2 Recap

Quick answer

Washington State Cougars defeated Wisconsin Badgers 31–22 in Week 2, 2023. Final score: Wisconsin Badgers 22, Washington State Cougars 31.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Wisconsin Badgers	3	12	12	0	22
Washington State Cougars	6	9	0	6	31

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Lincoln Victor (Washington State) — 39.0 yds · +2.77 EPA/play +2.77 EPA
• Cameron Ward (Washington State) — 185.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.03 EPA/play -0.95 EPA
• Tanner Mordecai (Wisconsin) — 265.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.06 EPA/play -2.51 EPA

Rushing

• Cameron Ward (Washington State) — 65.0 yds +0.15 EPA
• Chez Mellusi (Wisconsin) — 49.0 yds · 1 TD -0.24 EPA
• Nakia Watson (Washington State) — 26.0 yds · 1 TD -0.12 EPA

Receiving

• Lincoln Victor (Washington State) — 7 rec · 55.0 yds +0.57 EPA
• Will Pauling (Wisconsin) — 5 rec · 78.0 yds +0.84 EPA
• Braelon Allen (Wisconsin) — 6 rec · 12.0 yds -0.72 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Lincoln Victor	Washington State	1	100.0%	39	0	+2.77	+2.77
Cameron Ward	Washington State	36	55.6%	185	2	-0.03	-0.95
Tanner Mordecai	Wisconsin	42	59.5%	265	1	-0.06	-2.51

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Wisconsin	Washington State
Plays	68	68
EPA / play	-0.096	0.000
Total EPA	-6.56	+0.01
Success rate	42.6%	41.2%
Pass EPA / play	-0.060	+0.049
Rush EPA / play	-0.156	-0.058
Yards	377	327

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Washington State	8	26	-1.03	Punt
Q1	Wisconsin	3	6	-2.08	Punt
Q1	Washington State	8	67	+5.83	Pass TD
Q1	Wisconsin	9	34	-0.70	Field goal
Q1	Washington State	5	87	+6.59	Pass TD
Q2	Wisconsin	8	59	+1.02	Field goal
Q2	Washington State	8	46	-0.48	Field goal
Q2	Wisconsin	5	8	-4.15	Fumble
Q2	Washington State	3	-11	-3.18	Punt
Q2	Wisconsin	2	5	-0.36	Touchdown
Q2	Wisconsin	7	69	+1.02	Field goal
Q2	Washington State	1	-2	-0.85	Ended
Q3	Wisconsin	8	28	-1.67	Punt
Q3	Washington State	3	6	-1.60	Punt
Q3	Wisconsin	7	40	+4.27	Rush TD
Q3	Washington State	8	32	-0.63	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Wisconsin Badgers · Fumble returned for a touchdown (-6.3 EPA)
2. Q4 · Wisconsin Badgers · Fumble (-4.83 EPA)
3. Q2 · Wisconsin Badgers · Fumble (-4.51 EPA)
4. Q2 · Wisconsin Badgers · Tanner Mordecai pass to Chimere Dike for 41 yards (2nd & 10) (+3.36 EPA)
5. Q1 · Wisconsin Badgers · Field goal good from 49 yards (+2.88 EPA)
6. Q3 · Wisconsin Badgers · Tanner Mordecai pass to Bryson Green for 41 yards (1st & 10) (+2.78 EPA)
7. Q2 · Washington State Cougars · Lincoln Victor pass to Cooper Mathers for 39 yards (1st & 10) (+2.77 EPA)
8. Q4 · Washington State Cougars · Cameron Ward rushes for 14 yards (3rd & 1) (+2.63 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Washington State Cougars controlled the final (31–22) in Week 2.
• Passing edge: Lincoln Victor (Washington State) — 39.0 yds.
• EPA edge: Wisconsin at -0.096 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 Washington State Cougars?

Wisconsin Badgers 22, Washington State Cougars 31 in Week 2 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Wisconsin Badgers vs Washington State Cougars?

Washington State Cougars won with a final score of 22–31.

Where can I find the Wisconsin Badgers vs Washington State Cougars box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401520217.

Who led Wisconsin Badgers vs Washington State Cougars in passing?

Lincoln Victor (Washington State) led passers with 39.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

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