South Alabama Jaguars 30–23 Western Michigan Broncos: Final Score & Recap | Week 1, 2024

Quick answer

South Alabama Jaguars defeated Western Michigan Broncos 30–23 in Week 1, 2024. Final score: South Alabama Jaguars 30, Western Michigan Broncos 23.

Game summary

South Alabama Jaguars beat Western Michigan Broncos 30–23 in Week 1 of the 2024 season.

Scoring: 6 touchdowns, 4 field goals across 10 plays.
Passing leader: Bishop Davenport (South Alabama) — 287.0 pass yds, 2 TD, +0.49 EPA/play.
Rushing leader: Kentrel Bullock — 130.0 yds, 1 TD.
Receiving leader: Jeremiah Webb — 6 rec, 182.0 yds.
EPA edge: South Alabama (+0.369/play) vs Western Michigan (-0.026/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
South Alabama Jaguars	0	15	6	6	30
Western Michigan Broncos	6	6	0	9	23

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

USASouth Alabama Jaguars

OPP EZ

+3OPP 20

+3

+3OPP 12

OPP EZ

+3OPP 31

WMUWestern Michigan Broncos

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Scoring timeline

10 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

Western Michigan
Q1TD
JBJalen Buckley
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
0-6
Jalen Buckley rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
Western Michigan
Q2FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 20
Score
0-9
Field goal good from 37 yards
South Alabama
Q2FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 7
Score
3-9
Field goal good from 24 yards
South Alabama
Q2TD
JWJeremiah Webb
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
9-9
Bishop Davenport pass to Jeremiah Webb for a touchdown (52 yards)
South Alabama
Q2TD
JWJeremiah Webb
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
15-9
Bishop Davenport pass to Jeremiah Webb for a touchdown (45 yards)
Western Michigan
Q2FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 12
Score
15-12
Field goal good from 29 yards
South Alabama
Q3TD
BDBishop Davenport
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
21-12
Bishop Davenport rushes 50 yards for a touchdown
Western Michigan
Q4TD
ASAnthony Sambucci
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
21-18
Hayden Wolff pass to Anthony Sambucci for a touchdown (7 yards)
South Alabama
Q4TD
KBKentrel Bullock
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
27-18
Kentrel Bullock rushes 22 yards for a touchdown
Western Michigan
Q4FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 31
Score
27-21
Field goal good from 48 yards

Stars of the game

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

Passing

Bishop Davenport (South Alabama) — 287.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.49 EPA/play +11.32 EPA
Hayden Wolff (Western Michigan) — 183.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.19 EPA/play +5.03 EPA

Rushing

Kentrel Bullock (South Alabama) — 130.0 yds · 1 TD +0.49 EPA
Bishop Davenport (South Alabama) — 85.0 yds · 1 TD +0.27 EPA
Jaden Nixon (Western Michigan) — 9.0 yds -0.86 EPA

Receiving

Jeremiah Webb (South Alabama) — 6 rec · 182.0 yds +2.84 EPA
Kenneth Womack (Western Michigan) — 5 rec · 89.0 yds +1.01 EPA
Anthony Sambucci (Western Michigan) — 3 rec · 36.0 yds +1.94 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Bishop Davenport	South Alabama	23	60.9%	287	2	+0.49	+11.32
Hayden Wolff	Western Michigan	26	61.5%	183	1	+0.19	+5.03

Team EPA comparison

Stat	South Alabama	Western Michigan
Plays	61	54
EPA / play	+0.369	-0.026
Total EPA	+22.52	-1.42
Success rate	54.1%	42.6%
Pass EPA / play	+0.492	+0.194
Rush EPA / play	+0.295	-0.231
Yards	553	263

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	South Alabama	4	16	-2.00	Punt
Q1	Western Michigan	4	28	+2.43	Rush TD
Q1	South Alabama	7	68	+3.52	Ended
Q1	Western Michigan	7	41	+2.53	Ended
Q1	South Alabama	1	3	-1.21	Missed FG
Q1	Western Michigan	3	1	-2.72	Field goal
Q2	South Alabama	8	74	+2.87	Field goal
Q2	Western Michigan	3	-6	-3.79	Punt
Q2	South Alabama	2	80	+6.56	Pass TD
Q2	Western Michigan	3	5	-2.20	Punt
Q2	South Alabama	9	80	+6.19	Pass TD
Q2	Western Michigan	3	27	+1.00	Ended
Q2	South Alabama	3	43	-2.76	Interception
Q2	Western Michigan	4	11	-0.57	Field goal
Q2	South Alabama	1	-1	0.00	Ended
Q3	Western Michigan	8	9	-4.13	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

Q1 · South Alabama Jaguars · Field goal missed (-7.56 EPA)
Q3 · South Alabama Jaguars · Bishop Davenport rushes 50 yards for a touchdown (+4.58 EPA)
Q2 · South Alabama Jaguars · Bishop Davenport pass to Jeremiah Webb for a touchdown (52 yards) (+4.39 EPA)
Q2 · South Alabama Jaguars · Bishop Davenport pass to Jeremiah Webb for a touchdown (45 yards) (+4.29 EPA)
Q2 · South Alabama Jaguars · Bishop Davenport pass intercepted (-3.73 EPA)
Q4 · Western Michigan Broncos · Hayden Wolff pass to Anthony Sambucci for a touchdown (7 yards) (+3.71 EPA)
Q2 · South Alabama Jaguars · Bishop Davenport pass to Jeremiah Webb for 35 yards (2nd & 10) (+3.66 EPA)
Q4 · South Alabama Jaguars · Kentrel Bullock rushes 22 yards for a touchdown (+3.5 EPA)

Key takeaways

South Alabama Jaguars controlled the final (30–23) in Week 1.
Passing edge: Bishop Davenport (South Alabama) — 287.0 yds, 2 TD.
EPA edge: South Alabama at 0.369 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 South Alabama Jaguars vs Western Michigan Broncos?

South Alabama Jaguars 30, Western Michigan Broncos 23 in Week 1 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won South Alabama Jaguars vs Western Michigan Broncos?

South Alabama Jaguars won with a final score of 30–23.

Where can I find the South Alabama Jaguars vs Western Michigan Broncos box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401677077.

Who led South Alabama Jaguars vs Western Michigan Broncos in passing?

Bishop Davenport (South Alabama) led passers with 287.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for South Alabama Jaguars at Western Michigan Broncos in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.