Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. Virginia Tech Hokies: 2024 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Minnesota Golden Gophers defeated Virginia Tech Hokies 24–10 in Week 1, 2024. Final score: Minnesota Golden Gophers 24, Virginia Tech Hokies 10.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Minnesota Golden Gophers	0	18	0	3	24
Virginia Tech Hokies	6	3	0	0	10

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Darius Taylor (Minnesota) — 10.0 yds · 1 TD · +2.16 EPA/play +2.16 EPA
• Drake Lindsey (Minnesota) — 15.0 yds · +1.52 EPA/play +1.52 EPA
• Max Brosmer (Minnesota) — 219.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.04 EPA/play +1.20 EPA

Rushing

• Darius Taylor (Minnesota) — 113.0 yds · 1 TD +0.12 EPA
• Jaren Mangham (Minnesota) — 57.0 yds +0.32 EPA
• Tyler Mason (Virginia Tech) — 33.0 yds +0.09 EPA

Receiving

• Elijah Spencer (Minnesota) — 6 rec · 81.0 yds +0.95 EPA
• Ayden Greene (Virginia Tech) — 6 rec · 105.0 yds +0.73 EPA
• Darius Taylor (Minnesota) — 4 rec · 17.0 yds -0.33 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Darius Taylor	Minnesota	1	100.0%	10	1	+2.16	+2.16
Drake Lindsey	Minnesota	1	100.0%	15	0	+1.52	+1.52
Max Brosmer	Minnesota	30	60.0%	219	1	+0.04	+1.20
Collin Schlee	Virginia Tech	6	33.3%	58	0	-0.34	-2.07
William Watson III	Virginia Tech	17	47.1%	73	0	-0.51	-8.67

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Minnesota	Virginia Tech
Plays	67	48
EPA / play	+0.118	-0.334
Total EPA	+7.88	-16.04
Success rate	43.3%	31.2%
Pass EPA / play	+0.152	-0.467
Rush EPA / play	+0.086	-0.212
Yards	420	245

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Virginia Tech	6	3	-6.36	Punt
Q1	Minnesota	3	5	-2.09	Punt
Q1	Virginia Tech	3	9	-1.58	Punt
Q1	Minnesota	9	61	+1.48	Missed FG
Q1	Virginia Tech	8	80	+5.37	Rush TD
Q1	Minnesota	9	72	+4.10	Pass TD
Q2	Virginia Tech	3	0	-3.27	Punt
Q2	Minnesota	8	65	+5.11	Pass TD
Q2	Virginia Tech	6	7	-1.27	Punt
Q2	Minnesota	6	63	+5.77	Rush TD
Q2	Virginia Tech	4	38	+0.99	Field goal
Q3	Minnesota	7	29	-0.88	Punt
Q3	Virginia Tech	7	17	-2.29	Punt
Q3	Minnesota	14	66	+1.48	Field goal
Q4	Virginia Tech	6	58	-1.69	Ended
Q4	Minnesota	3	19	-5.36	Interception

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Virginia Tech Hokies · Collin Schlee pass to Ayden Greene for 67 yards (2nd & 13) (+5.61 EPA)
2. Q2 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Darius Taylor rushes 28 yards for a touchdown (+4.96 EPA)
3. Q4 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Max Brosmer pass intercepted (-4.17 EPA)
4. Q2 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Max Brosmer pass to Elijah Spencer for a touchdown (12 yards) (+3.9 EPA)
5. Q4 · Virginia Tech Hokies · William Watson III pass intercepted (-3.78 EPA)
6. Q2 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Max Brosmer pass to Le'Meke Brockington for 35 yards (3rd & 8) (+3.32 EPA)
7. Q3 · Virginia Tech Hokies · Punt (+2.92 EPA)
8. Q1 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Field goal missed (-2.84 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Minnesota Golden Gophers controlled the final (24–10) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Darius Taylor (Minnesota) — 10.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Minnesota at 0.118 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 Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Virginia Tech Hokies?

Minnesota Golden Gophers 24, Virginia Tech Hokies 10 in Week 1 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Virginia Tech Hokies?

Minnesota Golden Gophers won with a final score of 24–10.

Where can I find the Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Virginia Tech Hokies box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401677107.

Who led Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Virginia Tech Hokies in passing?

Darius Taylor (Minnesota) led passers with 10.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Minnesota Golden Gophers at Virginia Tech Hokies in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.