Memphis Tigers vs. NC State Wolfpack: 2025 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

NC State Wolfpack defeated Memphis Tigers 31–7 in Week 1, 2025. Final score: Memphis Tigers 7, NC State Wolfpack 31.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Memphis Tigers	0	6	0	0	7
NC State Wolfpack	18	15	0	0	31

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• CJ Bailey (NC State) — 31.0 yds · 1 TD · +4.02 EPA/play +4.02 EPA
• Shotgun #2 B.Lewis (Memphis) — 15.0 yds · +0.26 EPA/play +2.34 EPA
• 2) No Huddle-Shotgun #3 A.Hill (Memphis) — 12.0 yds · +1.09 EPA/play +1.09 EPA

Receiving

• #12 T.Hoffmann caught at Mep09 (NC State) — 1 rec · 40.0 yds +4.69 EPA
• Wesley Grimes (NC State) — 1 rec · 31.0 yds +4.02 EPA
• #9 J.Hawkins caught at St.24 (Memphis) — 1 rec · 28.0 yds +4.95 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
CJ Bailey	NC State	1	100.0%	31	1	+4.02	+4.02
Shotgun #2 B.Lewis	Memphis	9	55.6%	15	0	+0.26	+2.34
2) No Huddle-Shotgun #3 A.Hill	Memphis	1	100.0%	12	0	+1.09	+1.09
B. Lewis	Memphis	1	100.0%	0	0	+0.89	+0.89
Shotgun #3 A.Hill	Memphis	2	100.0%	16	0	+0.16	+0.32
4) No Huddle-Shotgun #3 A.Hill	Memphis	1	100.0%	5	0	-0.15	-0.15

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Memphis	NC State
Plays	71	60
EPA / play	-0.042	-0.271
Total EPA	-2.96	-16.28
Success rate	38.0%	33.3%
Pass EPA / play	-0.120	-0.342
Rush EPA / play	+0.054	-0.205
Yards	367	337

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	NC State	7	75	+2.57	Rush TD
Q1	Memphis	5	6	+4.20	Punt
Q1	NC State	2	-1	-3.11	Ended
Q1	Memphis	1	0	-0.64	Ended
Q1	NC State	1	0	-0.83	Punt
Q1	Memphis	11	47	-1.84	Ended
Q1	NC State	4	52	+3.64	Pass TD
Q1	Memphis	4	81	-5.44	Interception
Q1	NC State	3	3	+1.45	Rush TD
Q2	Memphis	9	37	+0.16	Missed FG
Q2	NC State	6	28	-1.28	Field goal
Q2	Memphis	8	75	+7.06	Pass TD
Q2	NC State	2	13	-0.37	Punt
Q2	Memphis	3	3	-0.65	Punt
Q2	NC State	3	75	+5.86	Pass TD
Q2	Memphis	3	7	-0.51	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Memphis Tigers · No Huddle-Shotgun #2 B.Lewis pass intercepted (-7.26 EPA)
2. Q3 · Memphis Tigers · Fumble (-5.83 EPA)
3. Q3 · NC State Wolfpack · Fumble (-5.03 EPA)
4. Q2 · Memphis Tigers · #9 J.Hawkins caught at St.24 catch for a touchdown (28 yards) (+4.95 EPA)
5. Q2 · NC State Wolfpack · #12 T.Hoffmann caught at Mep09 catch for a touchdown (40 yards) (+4.69 EPA)
6. Q3 · Memphis Tigers · Punt (+4.62 EPA)
7. Q3 · NC State Wolfpack · Rush (4th & 1) (-4.21 EPA)
8. Q1 · Memphis Tigers · No Huddle-Shotgun #2 B.Lewis pass to #6 M.Bussey caught at Mep42 for 24 yards (3rd & 16) (+4.03 EPA)

Key takeaways

• NC State Wolfpack controlled the final (31–7) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: CJ Bailey (NC State) — 31.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Memphis at -0.042 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 Memphis Tigers vs NC State Wolfpack?

Memphis Tigers 7, NC State Wolfpack 31 in Week 1 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Memphis Tigers vs NC State Wolfpack?

NC State Wolfpack won with a final score of 7–31.

Where can I find the Memphis Tigers vs NC State Wolfpack box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401778307.

Who led Memphis Tigers vs NC State Wolfpack in passing?

CJ Bailey (NC State) led passers with 31.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Memphis Tigers at NC State Wolfpack in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.