Central Connecticut Blue Devils vs. UConn Huskies: 2025 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

UConn Huskies defeated Central Connecticut Blue Devils 59–13 in Week 1, 2025. Final score: Central Connecticut Blue Devils 13, UConn Huskies 59.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Central Connecticut Blue Devils	6	3	3	0	13
UConn Huskies	12	18	9	12	59

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Joe Fagnano (UConn) — 259.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.64 EPA/play +16.62 EPA
• Nick Evers (UConn) — 83.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.39 EPA/play +4.28 EPA
• Tucker McDonald (UConn) — 45.0 yds · +0.42 EPA/play +0.85 EPA

Rushing

• Elijah Howard (Central Connecticut) — 59.0 yds · 1 TD +0.29 EPA
• Mel Brown (UConn) — 83.0 yds +0.26 EPA
• Donny Marcus (Central Connecticut) — 12.0 yds -0.38 EPA

Receiving

• Dave Pardo (Central Connecticut) — 2 rec · 64.0 yds +0.47 EPA
• Jackson Harper (UConn) — 5 rec · 42.0 yds +0.44 EPA
• Skyler Bell (UConn) — 4 rec · 135.0 yds +2.49 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Joe Fagnano	UConn	26	69.2%	259	3	+0.64	+16.62
Nick Evers	UConn	11	72.7%	83	1	+0.39	+4.28
Tucker McDonald	UConn	2	50.0%	45	0	+0.42	+0.85
Brady Olson	Central Connecticut	19	42.1%	118	0	-0.14	-2.64
Brett Griffis	Central Connecticut	5	20.0%	8	0	-0.93	-4.64

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Central Connecticut	UConn
Plays	63	71
EPA / play	-0.186	+0.446
Total EPA	-11.70	+31.63
Success rate	33.3%	50.7%
Pass EPA / play	-0.303	+0.558
Rush EPA / play	-0.113	+0.309
Yards	257	632

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	UConn	4	-39	-8.17	Ended
Q1	Central Connecticut	2	5	+1.32	Rush TD
Q1	UConn	6	97	+8.10	Pass TD
Q1	Central Connecticut	8	31	-1.08	Punt
Q1	UConn	10	92	+7.45	Pass TD
Q1	Central Connecticut	8	38	-3.17	Ended
Q2	UConn	1	73	+5.22	Rush TD
Q2	Central Connecticut	3	7	-1.93	Punt
Q2	UConn	5	50	+3.43	Rush TD
Q2	Central Connecticut	9	72	+2.48	Field goal
Q2	UConn	3	-2	-1.11	Punt
Q2	Central Connecticut	3	2	-0.63	Punt
Q2	UConn	7	52	+5.19	Pass TD
Q2	Central Connecticut	1	5	0.00	Ended
Q3	Central Connecticut	3	0	-2.89	Punt
Q3	UConn	4	60	+3.55	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · UConn Huskies · Joe Fagnano pass to Skyler Bell for a touchdown (80 yards) (+8.03 EPA)
2. Q2 · UConn Huskies · Cam Edwards rushes 73 yards for a touchdown (+5.22 EPA)
3. Q1 · UConn Huskies · Rush (4th & 7) (-4.86 EPA)
4. Q3 · Central Connecticut Blue Devils · Brady Olson pass to Dave Pardo for 37 yards (3rd & 4) (+4.68 EPA)
5. Q2 · Central Connecticut Blue Devils · Brady Olson pass to Dave Pardo for 27 yards (3rd & 6) (+3.82 EPA)
6. Q1 · UConn Huskies · Mel Brown rushes for 49 yards (3rd & 4) (+3.77 EPA)
7. Q2 · Central Connecticut Blue Devils · Brady Olson to Maika Heck — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (-3.54 EPA)
8. Q2 · Central Connecticut Blue Devils · Brady Olson pass to Peter Cleary for 34 yards (3rd & 4) (+3.3 EPA)

Key takeaways

• UConn Huskies controlled the final (59–13) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Joe Fagnano (UConn) — 259.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: UConn at 0.446 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 Central Connecticut Blue Devils vs UConn Huskies?

Central Connecticut Blue Devils 13, UConn Huskies 59 in Week 1 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Central Connecticut Blue Devils vs UConn Huskies?

UConn Huskies won with a final score of 13–59.

Where can I find the Central Connecticut Blue Devils vs UConn Huskies box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401757167.

Who led Central Connecticut Blue Devils vs UConn Huskies in passing?

Joe Fagnano (UConn) led passers with 259.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Central Connecticut Blue Devils at UConn Huskies in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.