Syracuse Orange vs. Pittsburgh Panthers: 2005 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Pittsburgh Panthers defeated Syracuse Orange 34–17 in Week 8, 2005. Final score: Syracuse Orange 17, Pittsburgh Panthers 34.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Syracuse Orange	0	0	0	0	17
Pittsburgh Panthers	0	0	0	0	34

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• TEAM (183.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +4.99 EPA/play +4.99 EPA
• Joe Fields (183.0) — 0.0 yds · -3.70 EPA/play -3.70 EPA
• Perry Patterson (183.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.23 EPA/play -5.03 EPA

Rushing

• Damien Rhodes (183.0) — 0.0 yds -0.27 EPA
• Ryan Herting (221.0) — 0.0 yds -0.27 EPA
• Rashad Jennings (221.0) — 0.0 yds -0.30 EPA

Receiving

• Derek Kinder (221.0) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +0.60 EPA
• Timothy Lane (183.0) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.49 EPA
• Rice Moss (183.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.26 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
TEAM	183.0	1	100.0%	0	1	+4.99	+4.99
Joe Fields	183.0	1	0.0%	0	0	-3.70	-3.70
Perry Patterson	183.0	22	4.5%	0	1	-0.23	-5.03
Tyler Palko	221.0	26	3.8%	0	1	-0.37	-9.74

Team EPA comparison

Stat	SYR	PITT
Plays	0	0
EPA / play	—	—
Total EPA	—	—
Success rate	—	—
Pass EPA / play	—	—
Rush EPA / play	—	—
Yards	0	0

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	183.0	1	0	-0.53	Ended
Q1	221.0	5	0	-0.73	Punt
Q1	183.0	3	0	-2.48	Field goal
Q1	221.0	3	0	-5.01	Fumble
Q1	183.0	4	0	+0.50	Pass TD
Q1	221.0	2	0	-4.48	Fumble
Q1	183.0	3	0	+2.34	Missed FG
Q1	221.0	1	0	-10.17	Interception
Q1	183.0	1	0	-0.55	Ended
Q1	221.0	15	0	+0.18	Field goal
Q2	183.0	2	0	-0.39	Punt
Q2	183.0	1	0	-0.14	Ended
Q2	221.0	3	0	+2.07	Pass TD
Q2	183.0	5	0	-3.70	Interception
Q2	221.0	5	0	+0.16	Ended
Q2	183.0	3	0	-4.64	Interception

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · 221.0 · Tyler Palko pass intercepted by Anthony Smith at the Syrac 0, returned for 73 yards to the Pitt 27. (-10.17 EPA)
2. Q2 · 221.0 · Adam Graessle punt blocked for no gain, lateral to Reggie McCoy for 21 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (-6.51 EPA)
3. Q1 · 183.0 · Andrew Tait 32 yard field goal MISSED. (-5.94 EPA)
4. Q2 · 183.0 · Perry Patterson pass intercepted by Hb Blades at the Pitt 38, returned for 62 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.99 EPA)
5. Q2 · 183.0 · Perry Patterson pass intercepted by Darrelle Revis at the Pitt 47, returned for no gain to the Pitt 47. (-4.54 EPA)
6. Q1 · 221.0 · Adam Graessle punt for 27 yards, returned by Dowayne Davis for no gain to the Syrac 16, fumbled at the Syrac 16, recovered by Pitt. (+4.4 EPA)
7. Q1 · 221.0 · Tyler Palko sacked by James Wyche, fumbled at the Pitt 15, recovered by James Wyche at the Pitt 15, tackled by James Wyche. (-4.35 EPA)
8. Q3 · 221.0 · Tyler Palko pass complete to Greg Lee for 44 yards to the Syrac 12 for a 1ST down. (+4.03 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Pittsburgh Panthers controlled the final (34–17) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: TEAM (183.0) — yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: SYR at 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 Syracuse Orange vs Pittsburgh Panthers?

Syracuse Orange 17, Pittsburgh Panthers 34 in Week 8 of the 2005 college football season.

Who won Syracuse Orange vs Pittsburgh Panthers?

Pittsburgh Panthers won with a final score of 17–34.

Where can I find the Syracuse Orange vs Pittsburgh Panthers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=252950221.

Who led Syracuse Orange vs Pittsburgh Panthers in passing?

TEAM (183.0) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Syracuse Orange at Pittsburgh Panthers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.