Quick answer
Buffalo Bulls defeated Liberty Flames 26–7 in Week 1, 2024. Final score: Buffalo Bulls 26, Liberty Flames 7.
Game summary
Buffalo Bulls rolled past Liberty Flames 26–7 in Week 1 of the 2024 season.
- Scoring: 3 touchdowns, 4 field goals across 7 plays.
- Passing leader: C.J. Ogbonna (Buffalo) — 129.0 pass yds, +0.01 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Al-Jay Henderson — 119.0 yds, 1 TD.
- Receiving leader: Victor Snow — 4 rec, 41.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Buffalo (-0.053/play) vs Liberty (-0.398/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Buffalo Bulls | 6 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 26 |
 Liberty Flames | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 7 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
BUFBuffalo BullsField goal good from 52 yards
Field goal good from 43 yards
Field goal good from 20 yards
Al-Jay Henderson rushes 45 yards for a touchdown
Field goal good from 45 yards
Nate Hampton — Interception returned for a touchdown
Nate Hampton pass to Reese Smith for a touchdown (36 yards)
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Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Buffalo
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 35
- Score
- 3-0
Field goal good from 52 yards
- Buffalo
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 26
- Score
- 6-0
Field goal good from 43 yards
- Buffalo
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 3
- Score
- 9-0
Field goal good from 20 yards
- Buffalo
Q3TD AHAl-Jay HendersonPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 15-0
Al-Jay Henderson rushes 45 yards for a touchdown
- Buffalo
Q4FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 28
- Score
- 18-0
Field goal good from 45 yards
- Liberty
Q4TD NHNate HamptonPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 18-6
Nate Hampton — Interception returned for a touchdown
- Liberty
Q4TD RSReese SmithPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 18-12
Nate Hampton pass to Reese Smith for a touchdown (36 yards)
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- C.J. Ogbonna (Buffalo) — 129.0 yds · +0.01 EPA/play +0.12 EPA
- Nate Hampton (Liberty) — 71.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.20 EPA/play -1.82 EPA
- Ryan Burger (Liberty) — 25.0 yds · -0.51 EPA/play -7.58 EPA
Rushing
- Al-Jay Henderson (Buffalo) — 119.0 yds · 1 TD +0.03 EPA
- C.J. Ogbonna (Buffalo) — 40.0 yds -0.08 EPA
- Caden Williams (Liberty) — 31.0 yds +0.00 EPA
Receiving
- Victor Snow (Buffalo) — 4 rec · 41.0 yds +0.73 EPA
- Al-Jay Henderson (Buffalo) — 2 rec · 36.0 yds +1.49 EPA
- Treon Sibley (Liberty) — 2 rec · 11.0 yds -0.22 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C.J. Ogbonna | Buffalo | 20 | 45.0% | 129 | 0 | +0.01 | +0.12 |
| Nate Hampton | Liberty | 9 | 22.2% | 71 | 1 | -0.20 | -1.82 |
| Ryan Burger | Liberty | 15 | 26.7% | 25 | 0 | -0.51 | -7.58 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Buffalo | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 75 | 56 |
| EPA / play | -0.053 | -0.398 |
| Total EPA | -3.98 | -22.29 |
| Success rate | 28.0% | 25.0% |
| Pass EPA / play | +0.006 | -0.392 |
| Rush EPA / play | -0.075 | -0.403 |
| Yards | 359 | 273 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Liberty | 3 | 1 | -3.17 | Punt |
| Q1 | Buffalo | 6 | 44 | +0.28 | Field goal |
| Q1 | Liberty | 3 | 4 | -2.93 | Punt |
| Q1 | Buffalo | 6 | 32 | -0.62 | Field goal |
| Q1 | Liberty | 3 | 0 | -3.66 | Punt |
| Q1 | Buffalo | 3 | 7 | -2.14 | Punt |
| Q1 | Liberty | 3 | -1 | -3.06 | Punt |
| Q1 | Buffalo | 7 | 55 | +0.75 | Field goal |
| Q2 | Liberty | 4 | 55 | -2.31 | Fumble |
| Q2 | Buffalo | 10 | 27 | -1.48 | Punt |
| Q2 | Liberty | 8 | 3 | -2.88 | Punt |
| Q2 | Buffalo | 3 | -4 | -2.16 | Punt |
| Q2 | Liberty | 9 | 34 | -0.23 | Missed FG |
| Q2 | Buffalo | 1 | -2 | 0.00 | Ended |
| Q3 | Buffalo | 9 | 75 | +5.59 | Rush TD |
| Q3 | Liberty | 4 | 72 | -1.40 | Fumble |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q4 · Liberty Flames · Nate Hampton pass to Reese Smith for a touchdown (36 yards) (+7.4 EPA)
- Q4 · Liberty Flames · Nate Hampton — Interception returned for a touchdown (-6.27 EPA)
- Q3 · Buffalo Bulls · Al-Jay Henderson rushes 45 yards for a touchdown (+5.61 EPA)
- Q2 · Liberty Flames · Fumble (-5.12 EPA)
- Q3 · Liberty Flames · Fumble (-4.91 EPA)
- Q3 · Liberty Flames · Ryan Burger rushes for 57 yards (1st & 15) (+4.47 EPA)
- Q2 · Liberty Flames · Billy Lucas rushes for 55 yards (1st & 10) (+4.19 EPA)
- Q1 · Buffalo Bulls · C.J. Ogbonna pass to Taji Johnson for 30 yards (3rd & 10) (+4.09 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Buffalo Bulls controlled the final (26–7) in Week 1.
- Passing edge: C.J. Ogbonna (Buffalo) — 129.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Buffalo at -0.053 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 Buffalo Bulls vs Liberty Flames?
Buffalo Bulls 26, Liberty Flames 7 in Week 1 of the 2024 college football season.
Who won Buffalo Bulls vs Liberty Flames?
Buffalo Bulls won with a final score of 26–7.
Where can I find the Buffalo Bulls vs Liberty Flames box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401677108.
Who led Buffalo Bulls vs Liberty Flames in passing?
C.J. Ogbonna (Buffalo) led passers with 129.0 yards.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Buffalo Bulls at Liberty Flames in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Buffalo Bulls
Now 2-0 W
Liberty Flames
Now 1-1 L
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