Idaho Vandals vs. Washington State Cougars: 2025 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Washington State Cougars defeated Idaho Vandals 13–10 in Week 1, 2025. Final score: Idaho Vandals 10, Washington State Cougars 13.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Idaho Vandals	0	0	0	9	10
Washington State Cougars	0	6	3	3	13

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Jaxon Potter (Washington State) — 209.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.18 EPA/play +5.86 EPA
• Julian Dugger (Washington State) — -19.0 yds · -1.26 EPA/play -2.53 EPA
• Joshua Wood (Idaho) — 91.0 yds · -0.15 EPA/play -2.81 EPA

Rushing

• Elisha Cummings (Idaho) — 38.0 yds -0.47 EPA
• Joshua Wood (Idaho) — 79.0 yds -0.33 EPA
• Art Williams (Idaho) — 35.0 yds · 1 TD

Receiving

• Tony Freeman (Washington State) — 7 rec · 64.0 yds +0.44 EPA
• Jeremiah Noga (Washington State) — 6 rec · 55.0 yds +0.23 EPA
• Ryan Jezioro (Idaho) — 3 rec · 26.0 yds +0.28 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Jaxon Potter	Washington State	32	75.0%	209	1	+0.18	+5.86
Julian Dugger	Washington State	2	0.0%	-19	0	-1.26	-2.53
Joshua Wood	Idaho	19	63.2%	91	0	-0.15	-2.81

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Idaho	Washington State
Plays	63	55
EPA / play	-0.202	-0.213
Total EPA	-12.74	-11.70
Success rate	42.9%	34.5%
Pass EPA / play	-0.148	+0.098
Rush EPA / play	-0.226	-0.715
Yards	255	212

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Idaho	9	28	-0.89	Punt
Q1	Washington State	3	8	-1.20	Punt
Q1	Idaho	3	8	-2.14	Punt
Q1	Washington State	3	3	-2.06	Punt
Q1	Idaho	5	23	-1.72	Missed FG
Q1	Washington State	8	73	+5.59	Pass TD
Q2	Idaho	2	17	-4.70	Fumble
Q2	Washington State	3	2	-2.90	Punt
Q2	Idaho	13	46	-0.48	Punt
Q2	Washington State	10	42	-0.52	Ended
Q3	Washington State	3	2	-3.06	Punt
Q3	Idaho	5	15	-2.57	Punt
Q3	Washington State	7	33	-0.16	Punt
Q3	Idaho	3	10	-2.85	Fumble
Q3	Washington State	3	5	-2.40	Field goal
Q3	Idaho	16	75	+6.41	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Washington State Cougars · Jaxon Potter pass to Joshua Meredith for a touchdown (6 yards) (+4.44 EPA)
2. Q2 · Idaho Vandals · Fumble (-4.03 EPA)
3. Q4 · Washington State Cougars · Fumble (-3.69 EPA)
4. Q4 · Idaho Vandals · Art Williams rushes 3 yards for a touchdown (+2.79 EPA)
5. Q3 · Idaho Vandals · Joshua Wood rushes for a loss of 11 yards (2nd & 13) (-2.54 EPA)
6. Q3 · Idaho Vandals · Fumble (-2.43 EPA)
7. Q1 · Idaho Vandals · Field goal missed (-2.39 EPA)
8. Q4 · Idaho Vandals · Hayden Kincheloe rushes for 2 yards (4th & 1) (+2.35 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Washington State Cougars controlled the final (13–10) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Jaxon Potter (Washington State) — 209.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Idaho at -0.202 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 Idaho Vandals vs Washington State Cougars?

Idaho Vandals 10, Washington State Cougars 13 in Week 1 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Idaho Vandals vs Washington State Cougars?

Washington State Cougars won with a final score of 10–13.

Where can I find the Idaho Vandals vs Washington State Cougars box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401752947.

Who led Idaho Vandals vs Washington State Cougars in passing?

Jaxon Potter (Washington State) led passers with 209.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Idaho Vandals at Washington State Cougars in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.