Quick answer
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders defeated Southern Miss Golden Eagles 37–31 in Week 6, 2014. Final score: Southern Miss Golden Eagles 31, Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders 37.
Game summary
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders edged Southern Miss Golden Eagles 37–31 in Week 6 of the 2014 season.
- Scoring: 9 touchdowns, 3 field goals across 12 plays.
- Passing leader: Nick Mullens (2572) — 0.0 pass yds, 3 TD, +0.35 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: George Payne — 0.0 yds, 1 TD.
- Receiving leader: Michael Thomas — 8 rec, 0.0 yds.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Southern Miss Golden Eagles | 3 | 9 | 0 | 18 | 31 |
 Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders | 9 | 12 | 0 | 12 | 37 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
USMSouthern Miss Golden EaglesShane Tucker run for 1 yd for a TD, (Cody Clark KICK)
Corey Acosta 25 yd FG GOOD
Cody Clark 40 yd FG GOOD
Corey Acosta 26 yd FG GOOD
Shane Tucker run for 44 yds for a TD, (Cody Clark KICK)
Austin Grammer pass complete to Terry Pettis for 59 yds for a TD, (Cody Clark KICK)
George Payne run for 1 yd for a TD, (Corey Acosta BLOCKED)
Nick Mullens pass complete to Marquise Ricard for 8 yds for a TD, (Corey Acosta KICK)
Nick Mullens pass complete to Michael Thomas for 17 yds for a TD, (Nick Mullens failed )
Reggie Whatley run for 64 yds for a TD, (Demetrius Frazier failed )
Nick Mullens pass complete to Michael Thomas for 17 yds for a TD, (Nick Mullens failed )
Austin Grammer pass complete to Devin Clarke for 33 yds for a TD, (Cody Clark KICK)
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Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- MTSU
Q1TD STShane TuckerPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 0-6
Shane Tucker run for 1 yd for a TD, (Cody Clark KICK)
- USM
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 3-6
Corey Acosta 25 yd FG GOOD
- MTSU
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 3-9
Cody Clark 40 yd FG GOOD
- USM
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 6-9
Corey Acosta 26 yd FG GOOD
- MTSU
Q2TD STShane TuckerPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-15
Shane Tucker run for 44 yds for a TD, (Cody Clark KICK)
- MTSU
Q2TD TPTerry PettisPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-21
Austin Grammer pass complete to Terry Pettis for 59 yds for a TD, (Cody Clark KICK)
- USM
Q2TD GPGeorge PaynePoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-21
George Payne run for 1 yd for a TD, (Corey Acosta BLOCKED)
- USM
Q4TD MRMarquise RicardPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 18-21
Nick Mullens pass complete to Marquise Ricard for 8 yds for a TD, (Corey Acosta KICK)
- USM
Q4TD MTMichael ThomasPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 24-21
Nick Mullens pass complete to Michael Thomas for 17 yds for a TD, (Nick Mullens failed )
- MTSU
Q4TD RWReggie WhatleyPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 24-27
Reggie Whatley run for 64 yds for a TD, (Demetrius Frazier failed )
- USM
Q4TD MTMichael ThomasPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 30-27
Nick Mullens pass complete to Michael Thomas for 17 yds for a TD, (Nick Mullens failed )
- MTSU
Q4TD DCDevin ClarkePoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 30-33
Austin Grammer pass complete to Devin Clarke for 33 yds for a TD, (Cody Clark KICK)
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Nick Mullens (2572) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.35 EPA/play +19.05 EPA
- Austin Grammer (2393) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.35 EPA/play +9.47 EPA
- Shane Tucker (2393) — 0.0 yds · +0.84 EPA/play +0.84 EPA
Rushing
- George Payne (2572) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.11 EPA
- Jordan Parker (2393) — 0.0 yds -0.29 EPA
- Reggie Whatley (2393) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.24 EPA
Receiving
- Michael Thomas (2572) — 8 rec · 0.0 yds +0.48 EPA
- Casey Martin (2572) — 8 rec · 0.0 yds +0.80 EPA
- Markese Triplett (2572) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds -0.03 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nick Mullens | 2572 | 55 | 61.8% | 0 | 3 | +0.35 | +19.05 |
| Austin Grammer | 2393 | 27 | 77.8% | 0 | 2 | +0.35 | +9.47 |
| Shane Tucker | 2393 | 1 | 100.0% | 0 | 0 | +0.84 | +0.84 |
| TEAM | 2572 | 1 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | -0.62 | -0.62 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | USM | MTSU |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 2393 | 1 | 0 | +0.59 | Rush TD |
| Q1 | 2572 | 8 | 0 | +5.03 | Field goal |
| Q1 | 2393 | 3 | 0 | +2.54 | Ended |
| Q1 | 2572 | 5 | 0 | -1.68 | Ended |
| Q1 | 2393 | 3 | 0 | -1.75 | Punt |
| Q1 | 2572 | 9 | 0 | -2.21 | Interception |
| Q1 | 2393 | 0 | 0 | — | Field goal |
| Q1 | 2572 | 4 | 0 | +0.75 | Ended |
| Q1 | 2393 | 3 | 0 | -2.23 | Ended |
| Q1 | 2572 | 3 | 0 | -2.29 | Punt |
| Q2 | 2393 | 2 | 0 | -1.28 | Missed FG |
| Q2 | 2572 | 0 | 0 | — | Field goal |
| Q2 | 2393 | 7 | 0 | +6.25 | Rush TD |
| Q2 | 2572 | 9 | 0 | +0.38 | Ended |
| Q2 | 2393 | 3 | 0 | +2.00 | Ended |
| Q2 | 2572 | 12 | 0 | +0.36 | Fumble |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q4 · Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders · Reggie Whatley run for 64 yds for a TD, (Demetrius Frazier failed ) (+5.01 EPA)
- Q2 · Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders · Austin Grammer pass complete to Terry Pettis for 59 yds for a TD, (Cody Clark KICK) (+4.55 EPA)
- Q4 · Southern Miss Golden Eagles · Nick Mullens pass complete to Michael Thomas for 17 yds for a TD, (Nick Mullens failed ) (+4.46 EPA)
- Q1 · Southern Miss Golden Eagles · Nick Mullens pass complete to George Payne for 30 yds to the MTnSt 5 for a 1ST down (+4.28 EPA)
- Q4 · Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders · Austin Grammer pass complete to Devin Clarke for 33 yds for a TD, (Cody Clark KICK) (+4.24 EPA)
- Q3 · Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders · Austin Grammer sacked by Dasman McCullum for a loss of 1 yard to the SoMis 11 Austin Grammer fumbled, recovered by SoMis Trae Collins , return for 0 yards (-4.21 EPA)
- Q2 · Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders · Shane Tucker run for 44 yds for a TD, (Cody Clark KICK) (+4.02 EPA)
- Q2 · Southern Miss Golden Eagles · Nick Mullens pass complete to Michael Thomas for 13 yds Michael Thomas fumbled, forced by Xavier Walker, recovered by MTnSt Christian Henry (-4.02 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders controlled the final (37–31) in Week 6.
- Passing edge: Nick Mullens (2572) — yds, 3 TD.
- EPA edge: USM 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 Southern Miss Golden Eagles vs Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders?
Southern Miss Golden Eagles 31, Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders 37 in Week 6 of the 2014 college football season.
Who won Southern Miss Golden Eagles vs Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders?
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders won with a final score of 31–37.
Where can I find the Southern Miss Golden Eagles vs Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400548042.
Who led Southern Miss Golden Eagles vs Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders in passing?
Nick Mullens (2572) led passers with 0.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Southern Miss Golden Eagles at Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Southern Miss Golden Eagles
Entered 2-3 Now 2-4 L
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders
Entered 3-2 Now 4-2 W
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