Oklahoma Sooners vs. Navy Midshipmen: 2024 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Navy Midshipmen defeated Oklahoma Sooners 21–20 in Week 1, 2024. Final score: Oklahoma Sooners 20, Navy Midshipmen 21.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Oklahoma Sooners	12	0	0	6	20
Navy Midshipmen	0	6	6	6	21

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Luke Elzinga (Oklahoma) — 28.0 yds · +3.96 EPA/play +3.96 EPA
• Michael Hawkins Jr. (Oklahoma) — 223.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.04 EPA/play +1.64 EPA
• Blake Horvath (Navy) — 92.0 yds · +0.13 EPA/play +1.59 EPA

Rushing

• Blake Horvath (Navy) — 155.0 yds · 2 TD +0.16 EPA
• Alex Tecza (Navy) — 43.0 yds · 1 TD -0.14 EPA
• Michael Hawkins Jr. (Oklahoma) — 75.0 yds -0.12 EPA

Receiving

• Zion Ragins (Oklahoma) — 4 rec · 20.0 yds -0.38 EPA
• Ivan Carreon (Oklahoma) — 7 rec · 72.0 yds +0.70 EPA
• Jacob Jordan (Oklahoma) — 5 rec · 27.0 yds +0.16 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Luke Elzinga	Oklahoma	1	100.0%	28	0	+3.96	+3.96
Michael Hawkins Jr.	Oklahoma	47	59.6%	223	2	+0.04	+1.64
Blake Horvath	Navy	12	58.3%	92	0	+0.13	+1.59
Eli Heidenreich	Navy	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.42	-0.42

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Oklahoma	Navy
Plays	84	53
EPA / play	+0.007	+0.063
Total EPA	+0.58	+3.32
Success rate	41.7%	26.4%
Pass EPA / play	+0.117	+0.090
Rush EPA / play	-0.139	+0.054
Yards	423	318

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Oklahoma	9	65	+5.26	Rush TD
Q1	Navy	6	39	-0.15	Punt
Q1	Oklahoma	6	75	+5.61	Pass TD
Q1	Navy	6	38	-3.34	Ended
Q1	Oklahoma	12	55	-2.91	Ended
Q2	Navy	3	2	-2.37	Punt
Q2	Oklahoma	6	22	-4.20	Ended
Q2	Navy	6	40	+3.75	Rush TD
Q2	Oklahoma	3	-1	-1.67	Punt
Q2	Navy	3	2	-1.55	Punt
Q2	Oklahoma	9	47	-0.46	Ended
Q3	Navy	8	21	-4.11	Punt
Q3	Oklahoma	9	35	-0.36	Punt
Q3	Navy	2	96	+8.26	Rush TD
Q3	Oklahoma	1	1	-5.61	Fumble
Q3	Navy	3	6	-2.47	Missed FG

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Navy Midshipmen · Blake Horvath rushes 95 yards for a touchdown (+8.9 EPA)
2. Q3 · Oklahoma Sooners · Fumble (-5.61 EPA)
3. Q1 · Oklahoma Sooners · Michael Hawkins Jr. pass to Zion Kearney for a touchdown (56 yards) (+5.54 EPA)
4. Q1 · Navy Midshipmen · Blake Horvath pass to Nathan Kent for 32 yards (3rd & 8) (+4.52 EPA)
5. Q2 · Navy Midshipmen · Alex Tecza rushes 11 yards for a touchdown (+4.31 EPA)
6. Q1 · Navy Midshipmen · Blake Horvath rushes for 37 yards (2nd & 14) (+4.01 EPA)
7. Q2 · Oklahoma Sooners · Luke Elzinga pass to Woodi Washington for 28 yards (4th & 3) (+3.96 EPA)
8. Q2 · Oklahoma Sooners · Michael Hawkins Jr. rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-3.82 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Navy Midshipmen controlled the final (21–20) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Luke Elzinga (Oklahoma) — 28.0 yds.
• EPA edge: Navy at 0.063 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 Oklahoma Sooners vs Navy Midshipmen?

Oklahoma Sooners 20, Navy Midshipmen 21 in Week 1 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Oklahoma Sooners vs Navy Midshipmen?

Navy Midshipmen won with a final score of 20–21.

Where can I find the Oklahoma Sooners vs Navy Midshipmen box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401677090.

Who led Oklahoma Sooners vs Navy Midshipmen in passing?

Luke Elzinga (Oklahoma) led passers with 28.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Oklahoma Sooners at Navy Midshipmen in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.