Howard Bison vs. Rutgers Scarlet Knights: 2024 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Rutgers Scarlet Knights defeated Howard Bison 44–7 in Week 1, 2024. Final score: Howard Bison 7, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 44.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Howard Bison	6	6	0	0	7
Rutgers Scarlet Knights	0	9	12	12	44

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Athan Kaliakmanis (Rutgers) — 147.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.20 EPA/play +4.90 EPA
• Ja'Shawn Scroggins (Howard) — 159.0 yds · -0.58 EPA/play -15.01 EPA

Rushing

• Kyle Monangai (Rutgers) — 125.0 yds · 1 TD +0.12 EPA
• Samuel Brown V (Rutgers) — 68.0 yds +0.02 EPA
• Jarett Hunter (Howard) — 40.0 yds -0.62 EPA

Receiving

• Dymere Miller (Rutgers) — 4 rec · 37.0 yds +0.88 EPA
• Kenny Fletcher (Rutgers) — 4 rec · 31.0 yds +1.03 EPA
• Richie Ilarraza (Howard) — 4 rec · 25.0 yds -0.26 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Athan Kaliakmanis	Rutgers	24	62.5%	147	3	+0.20	+4.90
Ja'Shawn Scroggins	Howard	26	53.8%	159	0	-0.58	-15.01

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Howard	Rutgers
Plays	61	68
EPA / play	-0.249	+0.212
Total EPA	-15.20	+14.39
Success rate	31.1%	60.3%
Pass EPA / play	-0.577	+0.204
Rush EPA / play	-0.005	+0.216
Yards	313	436

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Rutgers	5	26	-1.30	Punt
Q1	Howard	9	89	-6.50	Touchdown
Q1	Howard	4	19	-0.77	Punt
Q1	Rutgers	13	62	-1.27	Ended
Q2	Howard	5	17	-1.72	Punt
Q2	Rutgers	3	5	-2.58	Punt
Q2	Howard	3	4	-1.89	Punt
Q2	Rutgers	7	55	+4.12	Pass TD
Q2	Howard	10	66	+5.83	Rush TD
Q2	Rutgers	2	16	+0.22	Field goal
Q2	Howard	1	-1	0.00	Ended
Q3	Howard	6	34	-3.03	Ended
Q3	Rutgers	8	59	+4.13	Rush TD
Q3	Howard	3	6	-1.93	Punt
Q3	Rutgers	10	73	+4.59	Pass TD
Q3	Howard	12	62	-1.24	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Howard Bison · Ja'Shawn Scroggins — Interception returned for a touchdown (-8.2 EPA)
2. Q4 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Antwan Raymond rushes 11 yards for a touchdown (+7.0 EPA)
3. Q4 · Howard Bison · Ja'Shawn Scroggins pass to Jarett Hunter for 18 yards (4th & 3) (+4.56 EPA)
4. Q2 · Howard Bison · Eden James rushes 2 yards for a touchdown (+4.24 EPA)
5. Q3 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Athan Kaliakmanis pass to Samuel Brown V for a touchdown (34 yards) (+3.4 EPA)
6. Q1 · Howard Bison · Ja'Shawn Scroggins rushes for 18 yards (3rd & 7) (+3.33 EPA)
7. Q4 · Howard Bison · Jarett Hunter rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-3.31 EPA)
8. Q2 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Kyle Monangai rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-3.12 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Rutgers Scarlet Knights controlled the final (44–7) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Athan Kaliakmanis (Rutgers) — 147.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Rutgers at 0.212 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 Howard Bison vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights?

Howard Bison 7, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 44 in Week 1 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Howard Bison vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights?

Rutgers Scarlet Knights won with a final score of 7–44.

Where can I find the Howard Bison vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401628458.

Who led Howard Bison vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights in passing?

Athan Kaliakmanis (Rutgers) led passers with 147.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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