Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs. Michigan Wolverines: 2023 Week 4 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan Wolverines defeated Rutgers Scarlet Knights 31–7 in Week 4, 2023. Final score: Rutgers Scarlet Knights 7, Michigan Wolverines 31.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Rutgers Scarlet Knights	6	0	6	0	7
Michigan Wolverines	6	6	3	6	31

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• J.J. McCarthy (Michigan) — 205.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.36 EPA/play +8.19 EPA
• Gavin Wimsatt (Rutgers) — 180.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.31 EPA/play +6.25 EPA

Rushing

• Blake Corum (Michigan) — 97.0 yds · 2 TD +0.33 EPA
• Kyle Monangai (Rutgers) — 27.0 yds -0.55 EPA
• Kalel Mullings (Michigan) — 40.0 yds -0.48 EPA

Receiving

• Colston Loveland (Michigan) — 5 rec · 75.0 yds +0.34 EPA
• Christian Dremel (Rutgers) — 3 rec · 85.0 yds +2.11 EPA
• Roman Wilson (Michigan) — 3 rec · 59.0 yds +2.21 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
J.J. McCarthy	Michigan	23	65.2%	205	1	+0.36	+8.19
Gavin Wimsatt	Rutgers	20	55.0%	180	1	+0.31	+6.25

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Rutgers	Michigan
Plays	44	61
EPA / play	-0.155	+0.263
Total EPA	-6.84	+16.04
Success rate	27.3%	55.7%
Pass EPA / play	-0.096	+0.356
Rush EPA / play	-0.210	+0.206
Yards	328	415

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Rutgers	3	75	+6.17	Pass TD
Q1	Michigan	3	3	-3.25	Punt
Q1	Rutgers	3	13	-0.82	Punt
Q1	Michigan	7	94	+8.24	Rush TD
Q1	Rutgers	9	47	+0.96	Missed FG
Q2	Michigan	8	47	+0.23	Missed FG
Q2	Rutgers	3	8	-1.44	Punt
Q2	Michigan	11	79	+6.18	Pass TD
Q2	Rutgers	4	1	-0.32	Ended
Q3	Michigan	13	67	+2.19	Field goal
Q3	Rutgers	9	116	-8.65	Touchdown
Q3	Rutgers	3	12	-1.26	Punt
Q3	Michigan	9	66	+4.12	Rush TD
Q4	Rutgers	10	56	-1.47	Ended
Q4	Michigan	10	59	-1.67	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Interception returned for a touchdown (-8.26 EPA)
2. Q1 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Gavin Wimsatt pass to Christian Dremel for a touchdown (69 yards) (+6.94 EPA)
3. Q2 · Michigan Wolverines · J.J. McCarthy pass to Semaj Morgan for a touchdown (18 yards) (+4.78 EPA)
4. Q4 · Michigan Wolverines · Kalel Mullings rushes for 5 yards (1st & 10) (-4.31 EPA)
5. Q1 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Punt (+3.57 EPA)
6. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · J.J. McCarthy pass to Donovan Edwards for 33 yards (3rd & 2) (+3.37 EPA)
7. Q3 · Michigan Wolverines · J.J. McCarthy rushes for 9 yards (4th & 1) (+2.94 EPA)
8. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · J.J. McCarthy pass to Colston Loveland for 35 yards (1st & 10) (+2.79 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan Wolverines controlled the final (31–7) in Week 4.
• Passing edge: J.J. McCarthy (Michigan) — 205.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Michigan at 0.263 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 Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Michigan Wolverines?

Rutgers Scarlet Knights 7, Michigan Wolverines 31 in Week 4 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Michigan Wolverines?

Michigan Wolverines won with a final score of 7–31.

Where can I find the Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Michigan Wolverines box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401520260.

Who led Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Michigan Wolverines in passing?

J.J. McCarthy (Michigan) led passers with 205.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Michigan Wolverines in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.