Buffalo Bulls vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 2025 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Minnesota Golden Gophers defeated Buffalo Bulls 23–10 in Week 1, 2025. Final score: Buffalo Bulls 10, Minnesota Golden Gophers 23.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Buffalo Bulls	0	3	6	0	10
Minnesota Golden Gophers	0	9	3	9	23

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Drake Lindsey (Minnesota) — 360.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.30 EPA/play +11.04 EPA
• Ta'Quan Roberson (Buffalo) — 110.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.15 EPA/play -3.13 EPA

Rushing

• Darius Taylor (Minnesota) — 138.0 yds -0.02 EPA
• Al-Jay Henderson (Buffalo) — 25.0 yds -0.18 EPA
• Ta'Quan Roberson (Buffalo) — 17.0 yds -0.38 EPA

Receiving

• Jalen Smith (Minnesota) — 4 rec · 109.0 yds +0.67 EPA
• Jasaiah Gathings (Buffalo) — 3 rec · 21.0 yds -0.45 EPA
• Victor Snow (Buffalo) — 5 rec · 67.0 yds +0.38 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Drake Lindsey	Minnesota	37	56.8%	360	2	+0.30	+11.04
Ta'Quan Roberson	Buffalo	21	57.1%	110	1	-0.15	-3.13

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Buffalo	Minnesota
Plays	43	78
EPA / play	-0.244	+0.064
Total EPA	-10.50	+4.98
Success rate	27.9%	44.9%
Pass EPA / play	-0.149	+0.298
Rush EPA / play	-0.335	-0.148
Yards	164	528

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Buffalo	3	-7	-4.70	Punt
Q1	Minnesota	5	30	+2.15	Punt
Q1	Buffalo	3	6	-1.47	Punt
Q1	Minnesota	8	36	-0.99	Ended
Q1	Buffalo	2	8	-0.43	Punt
Q1	Minnesota	7	55	+4.69	Pass TD
Q2	Buffalo	4	18	-1.39	Punt
Q2	Minnesota	5	96	-6.05	Interception
Q2	Buffalo	3	5	-2.61	Field goal
Q2	Minnesota	4	26	+1.48	Punt
Q2	Buffalo	10	49	+0.48	Missed FG
Q2	Minnesota	10	35	+0.73	Field goal
Q3	Minnesota	7	59	+0.67	Field goal
Q3	Buffalo	9	75	+6.72	Pass TD
Q3	Minnesota	5	27	-1.11	Punt
Q3	Buffalo	3	6	-1.91	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Drake Lindsey pass intercepted (-8.8 EPA)
2. Q4 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Drake Lindsey pass to Jalen Smith for a touchdown (60 yards) (+4.34 EPA)
3. Q3 · Buffalo Bulls · Ta'Quan Roberson pass to Victor Snow for a touchdown (40 yards) (+3.69 EPA)
4. Q2 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Drake Lindsey pass to Jalen Smith for 22 yards (3rd & 17) (+2.97 EPA)
5. Q2 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Drake Lindsey pass to Le'Meke Brockington for 15 yards (3rd & 10) (+2.88 EPA)
6. Q3 · Buffalo Bulls · Al-Jay Henderson rushes for 2 yards (4th & 1) (+2.81 EPA)
7. Q1 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Jameson Geers rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-2.58 EPA)
8. Q1 · Buffalo Bulls · Ta'Quan Roberson sacked for a loss of 7 yards (3rd & 5) (-2.43 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Minnesota Golden Gophers controlled the final (23–10) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Drake Lindsey (Minnesota) — 360.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Minnesota at 0.064 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 Buffalo Bulls vs Minnesota Golden Gophers?

Buffalo Bulls 10, Minnesota Golden Gophers 23 in Week 1 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Buffalo Bulls vs Minnesota Golden Gophers?

Minnesota Golden Gophers won with a final score of 10–23.

Where can I find the Buffalo Bulls vs Minnesota Golden Gophers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401752793.

Who led Buffalo Bulls vs Minnesota Golden Gophers in passing?

Drake Lindsey (Minnesota) led passers with 360.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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