Quick answer
Utah Utes defeated Nebraska Cornhuskers 44–22 in Week 1, 2025. Final score: Nebraska Cornhuskers 22, Utah Utes 44.
Game summary
Utah Utes rolled past Nebraska Cornhuskers 44–22 in Week 1 of the 2025 season.
- Scoring: 9 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 10 plays.
- Passing leader: Shotgun #4 D.Dampier (Utah) — 224.0 pass yds, +0.19 EPA/play.
- Receiving leader: #9 R.Davis caught at 37 — 2 rec, 25.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Utah (+0.304/play) vs Nebraska (+0.169/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Nebraska Cornhuskers | 12 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 22 |
 Utah Utes | 6 | 15 | 12 | 6 | 44 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
NEBNebraska CornhuskersRushing touchdown
Rushing touchdown
#2 J.Barney Jr. caught at 08 catch for a touchdown (8 yards)
#81 J.Buchanan caught at 00 catch for a touchdown (20 yards)
Field goal good from 28 yards
Rushing touchdown
Rushing touchdown
Rushing touchdown
#88 D.Bentley caught at 08 catch for a touchdown (17 yards)
Rushing touchdown
UTAHUtah UtesFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Nebraska
Q1TD Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-0
Rushing touchdown
- Utah
Q1TD Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-6
Rushing touchdown
- Nebraska
Q1TD #J#2 J.Barney Jr. caught at 08Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-6
#2 J.Barney Jr. caught at 08 catch for a touchdown (8 yards)
- Utah
Q2TD #J#81 J.Buchanan caught at 00Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-12
#81 J.Buchanan caught at 00 catch for a touchdown (20 yards)
- Utah
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 11
- Score
- 12-15
Field goal good from 28 yards
- Utah
Q2TD Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-21
Rushing touchdown
- Utah
Q3TD Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-27
Rushing touchdown
- Utah
Q3TD Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-33
Rushing touchdown
- Utah
Q4TD #D#88 D.Bentley caught at 08Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-39
#88 D.Bentley caught at 08 catch for a touchdown (17 yards)
- Nebraska
Q4TD Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 18-39
Rushing touchdown
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Shotgun #4 D.Dampier (Utah) — 224.0 yds · +0.19 EPA/play +4.43 EPA
- No Huddle-Shotgun #14 T.Lateef (Nebraska) — 35.0 yds · +0.80 EPA/play +2.41 EPA
- No Huddle-Shotgun #4 D.Dampier (Utah) — 40.0 yds · +0.29 EPA/play +1.77 EPA
Receiving
- #9 R.Davis caught at 37 (Utah) — 2 rec · 25.0 yds +0.61 EPA
- #88 D.Bentley caught at 07 (Utah) — 1 rec · 45.0 yds +1.57 EPA
- #18 Q.Clark caught at 30 (Nebraska) — 1 rec · 31.0 yds +2.66 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shotgun #4 D.Dampier | Utah | 23 | 60.9% | 224 | 0 | +0.19 | +4.43 |
| No Huddle-Shotgun #14 T.Lateef | Nebraska | 3 | 66.7% | 35 | 0 | +0.80 | +2.41 |
| No Huddle-Shotgun #4 D.Dampier | Utah | 6 | 50.0% | 40 | 0 | +0.29 | +1.77 |
| #4 D.Dampier | Utah | 1 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | -1.20 | -1.20 |
| Shotgun #15 B.Ficklin | Utah | 1 | 0.0% | -4 | 0 | -1.26 | -1.26 |
| Shotgun #14 T.Lateef | Nebraska | 27 | 44.4% | 122 | 0 | -0.09 | -2.53 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Nebraska | Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 65 | 74 |
| EPA / play | +0.169 | +0.304 |
| Total EPA | +11.01 | +22.51 |
| Success rate | 40.0% | 55.4% |
| Pass EPA / play | +0.053 | +0.251 |
| Rush EPA / play | +0.276 | +0.349 |
| Yards | 343 | 552 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Nebraska | 8 | 82 | +6.76 | Rush TD |
| Q1 | Utah | 6 | 75 | +1.65 | Rush TD |
| Q1 | Nebraska | 12 | 75 | +5.96 | Pass TD |
| Q1 | Utah | 4 | 38 | +0.76 | Punt |
| Q2 | Nebraska | 3 | 8 | -1.79 | Punt |
| Q2 | Utah | 9 | 74 | +5.67 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Nebraska | 3 | 6 | -1.41 | Punt |
| Q2 | Utah | 9 | 50 | -0.42 | Field goal |
| Q2 | Nebraska | 3 | 0 | -1.56 | Ended |
| Q2 | Utah | 9 | 79 | +6.82 | Rush TD |
| Q2 | Nebraska | 1 | 3 | -0.62 | Ended |
| Q3 | Utah | 10 | 60 | +4.37 | Rush TD |
| Q3 | Nebraska | 3 | -3 | -2.48 | Ended |
| Q3 | Utah | 9 | 66 | +4.99 | Rush TD |
| Q3 | Nebraska | 3 | -4 | -0.31 | Punt |
| Q3 | Utah | 3 | 6 | -2.30 | Punt |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q2 · Utah Utes · Rushing touchdown (+4.88 EPA)
- Q4 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Rushing touchdown (+4.46 EPA)
- Q2 · Utah Utes · #81 J.Buchanan caught at 00 catch for a touchdown (20 yards) (+4.18 EPA)
- Q4 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Shotgun #14 T.Lateef pass intercepted (-3.87 EPA)
- Q3 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Rush (3rd & 3) (-3.84 EPA)
- Q3 · Utah Utes · Rushing touchdown (+3.72 EPA)
- Q1 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Rushing touchdown (+3.65 EPA)
- Q4 · Utah Utes · #88 D.Bentley caught at 08 catch for a touchdown (17 yards) (+3.17 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Utah Utes controlled the final (44–22) in Week 1.
- Passing edge: Shotgun #4 D.Dampier (Utah) — 224.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Utah at 0.304 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 Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Utah Utes?
Nebraska Cornhuskers 22, Utah Utes 44 in Week 1 of the 2025 college football season.
Who won Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Utah Utes?
Utah Utes won with a final score of 22–44.
Where can I find the Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Utah Utes box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401778331.
Who led Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Utah Utes in passing?
Shotgun #4 D.Dampier (Utah) led passers with 224.0 yards.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Nebraska Cornhuskers at Utah Utes in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Nebraska Cornhuskers
Now 1-1 L
Utah Utes
Now 2-0 W
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