New Mexico Lobos vs. Michigan Wolverines: 2025 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan Wolverines defeated New Mexico Lobos 34–17 in Week 1, 2025. Final score: New Mexico Lobos 17, Michigan Wolverines 34.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
New Mexico Lobos	0	9	6	0	17
Michigan Wolverines	12	9	3	6	34

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Bryce Underwood (Michigan) — 250.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.27 EPA/play +8.80 EPA
• D.J. McKinney (New Mexico) — 9.0 yds · 1 TD · +5.47 EPA/play +5.47 EPA
• Jack Layne (New Mexico) — 187.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.12 EPA/play -6.13 EPA

Rushing

• Justice Haynes (Michigan) — 156.0 yds · 3 TD +0.62 EPA
• Jordan Marshall (Michigan) — 29.0 yds -0.13 EPA
• Scottre Humphrey (New Mexico) — 33.0 yds -0.36 EPA

Receiving

• Dorian Thomas (New Mexico) — 10 rec · 75.0 yds +0.85 EPA
• Marlin Klein (Michigan) — 6 rec · 93.0 yds +0.74 EPA
• Keagan Johnson (New Mexico) — 7 rec · 38.0 yds +0.13 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Bryce Underwood	Michigan	33	63.6%	250	1	+0.27	+8.80
D.J. McKinney	New Mexico	1	100.0%	9	1	+5.47	+5.47
Jack Layne	New Mexico	50	62.0%	187	1	-0.12	-6.13

Team EPA comparison

Stat	New Mexico	Michigan
Plays	76	62
EPA / play	-0.149	+0.270
Total EPA	-11.31	+16.75
Success rate	38.2%	43.5%
Pass EPA / play	-0.013	+0.267
Rush EPA / play	-0.426	+0.274
Yards	271	453

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Michigan	6	78	+6.44	Rush TD
Q1	New Mexico	3	3	-2.58	Punt
Q1	Michigan	13	73	+5.42	Rush TD
Q1	New Mexico	3	8	-1.37	Punt
Q1	Michigan	5	25	-0.28	Punt
Q1	New Mexico	7	25	-1.27	Punt
Q2	Michigan	3	3	-2.57	Punt
Q2	New Mexico	1	0	-5.65	Interception
Q2	Michigan	4	14	-1.41	Field goal
Q2	New Mexico	12	73	+5.89	Pass TD
Q2	New Mexico	3	2	-1.65	Field goal
Q2	Michigan	8	84	+6.62	Pass TD
Q2	New Mexico	1	-1	0.00	Ended
Q3	New Mexico	4	19	-1.51	Punt
Q3	Michigan	7	70	+2.51	Field goal
Q3	New Mexico	15	58	+4.95	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · New Mexico Lobos · Jack Layne pass intercepted (-5.66 EPA)
2. Q2 · New Mexico Lobos · D.J. McKinney pass to Dorian Thomas for a touchdown (9 yards) (+5.47 EPA)
3. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · Justice Haynes rushes 56 yards for a touchdown (+5.32 EPA)
4. Q4 · New Mexico Lobos · Jack Layne pass intercepted (-4.35 EPA)
5. Q2 · Michigan Wolverines · Bryce Underwood pass to Marlin Klein for a touchdown (15 yards) (+4.17 EPA)
6. Q4 · Michigan Wolverines · Justice Haynes rushes for 59 yards (1st & 10) (+3.85 EPA)
7. Q3 · New Mexico Lobos · Jack Layne pass to Michael Buckley for 20 yards (3rd & 9) (+3.41 EPA)
8. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · Justice Haynes rushes 5 yards for a touchdown (+2.69 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan Wolverines controlled the final (34–17) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Bryce Underwood (Michigan) — 250.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Michigan at 0.27 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 New Mexico Lobos vs Michigan Wolverines?

New Mexico Lobos 17, Michigan Wolverines 34 in Week 1 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won New Mexico Lobos vs Michigan Wolverines?

Michigan Wolverines won with a final score of 17–34.

Where can I find the New Mexico Lobos vs Michigan Wolverines box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401752808.

Who led New Mexico Lobos vs Michigan Wolverines in passing?

Bryce Underwood (Michigan) led passers with 250.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for New Mexico Lobos at Michigan Wolverines in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.