Western Michigan Broncos vs. Wisconsin Badgers: 2024 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Wisconsin Badgers defeated Western Michigan Broncos 28–14 in Week 1, 2024. Final score: Western Michigan Broncos 14, Wisconsin Badgers 28.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Western Michigan Broncos	0	6	0	6	14
Wisconsin Badgers	0	9	3	12	28

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Tyler Van Dyke (Wisconsin) — 183.0 yds · +0.05 EPA/play +1.81 EPA
• Hayden Wolff (Western Michigan) — 135.0 yds · +0.06 EPA/play +1.07 EPA
• Anthony Sambucci (Western Michigan) — 0.0 yds · -0.68 EPA/play -0.68 EPA

Rushing

• Chez Mellusi (Wisconsin) — 74.0 yds · 1 TD +0.16 EPA
• Jalen Buckley (Western Michigan) — 64.0 yds · 2 TD +0.23 EPA
• Tawee Walker (Wisconsin) — 66.0 yds · 1 TD +0.29 EPA

Receiving

• Will Pauling (Wisconsin) — 6 rec · 60.0 yds +0.76 EPA
• Bryson Green (Wisconsin) — 4 rec · 39.0 yds +1.04 EPA
• Trech Kekahuna (Wisconsin) — 3 rec · 34.0 yds +1.39 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Tyler Van Dyke	Wisconsin	37	56.8%	183	0	+0.05	+1.81
Hayden Wolff	Western Michigan	19	63.2%	135	0	+0.06	+1.07
Anthony Sambucci	Western Michigan	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.68	-0.68

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Western Michigan	Wisconsin
Plays	52	82
EPA / play	+0.031	+0.088
Total EPA	+1.63	+7.23
Success rate	42.3%	56.1%
Pass EPA / play	+0.019	+0.049
Rush EPA / play	+0.039	+0.120
Yards	261	388

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Western Michigan	3	3	-2.93	Punt
Q1	Wisconsin	15	63	+1.52	Missed FG
Q1	Western Michigan	7	30	-0.83	Punt
Q1	Wisconsin	16	83	+7.04	Rush TD
Q2	Western Michigan	16	78	+6.41	Rush TD
Q2	Wisconsin	26	137	+1.68	Field goal
Q3	Western Michigan	8	44	+0.07	Missed FG
Q3	Wisconsin	5	3	-5.93	Fumble
Q3	Western Michigan	6	33	+2.73	Rush TD
Q4	Wisconsin	9	29	-0.01	Rush TD
Q4	Western Michigan	6	30	-3.26	Ended
Q4	Wisconsin	8	50	+3.93	Rush TD
Q4	Western Michigan	6	43	-0.56	Interception
Q4	Wisconsin	3	23	-0.99	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Western Michigan Broncos · Palmer Domschke rushes for 26 yards (4th & 6) (+4.96 EPA)
2. Q3 · Wisconsin Badgers · Fumble (-3.79 EPA)
3. Q4 · Western Michigan Broncos · Jalen Buckley rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-3.58 EPA)
4. Q3 · Western Michigan Broncos · Hayden Wolff pass to Malique Dieudonne for 23 yards (3rd & 8) (+3.37 EPA)
5. Q2 · Western Michigan Broncos · Jalen Buckley rushes 1 yard for a touchdown (+3.34 EPA)
6. Q4 · Wisconsin Badgers · Tyler Van Dyke rushes 6 yards for a touchdown (+3.04 EPA)
7. Q4 · Wisconsin Badgers · Punt for 50 yards (-2.98 EPA)
8. Q1 · Wisconsin Badgers · Tawee Walker rushes for 4 yards (4th & 1) (+2.74 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Wisconsin Badgers controlled the final (28–14) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Tyler Van Dyke (Wisconsin) — 183.0 yds.
• EPA edge: Wisconsin at 0.088 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 Western Michigan Broncos vs Wisconsin Badgers?

Western Michigan Broncos 14, Wisconsin Badgers 28 in Week 1 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Western Michigan Broncos vs Wisconsin Badgers?

Wisconsin Badgers won with a final score of 14–28.

Where can I find the Western Michigan Broncos vs Wisconsin Badgers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401628461.

Who led Western Michigan Broncos vs Wisconsin Badgers in passing?

Tyler Van Dyke (Wisconsin) led passers with 183.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

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