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Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs. LSU Tigers: 2015 Week 8 Recap

Tigers defeat Hilltoppers 48–20 in Week 8

Scoring plays, EPA leaders, and college football analytics for Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs. LSU Tigers (Week 8).

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 20 7-2
Final 20–48
LSU Tigers 48 8-0 Winner
Winner
LSU Tigers
Final score
20–48
Halftime
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 6–12 LSU Tigers
Top passer
Brandon Harris

Top CFB performers · Hilltoppers

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Quick answer

LSU Tigers defeated Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 48–20 in Week 8, 2015. Final score: Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 20, LSU Tigers 48.

Game summary

LSU Tigers dominated Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 48–20 in Week 8 of the 2015 season.

  • Scoring: 9 touchdowns, 2 field goals across 11 plays.
  • Passing leader: Brandon Harris (99) — 0.0 pass yds, 3 TD, +1.00 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Leonard Fournette — 0.0 yds, 1 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Jared Dangerfield — 8 rec, 0.0 yds.

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers066620
LSU Tigers66181248

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

WKUWestern Kentucky Hilltoppers
LSULSU Tigers

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Scoring timeline

11 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. LSU
    Q1TD
    MDMalachi Dupre

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-6

    Malachi Dupre 55 Yd pass from Brandon Harris (Trent Domingue Kick)

  2. LSU
    Q2TD
    DWDarrel Williams

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-12

    Darrel Williams 2 Yd Run (Trent Domingue Kick)

  3. WKU
    Q2TD
    AWAnthony Wales

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-12

    Anthony Wales 7 Yd pass from Brandon Doughty (Garrett Schwettman Kick)

  4. LSU
    Q3TD
    TJTyron Johnson

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-18

    Tyron Johnson 61 Yd pass from Brandon Harris (Trent Domingue Kick)

  5. LSU
    Q3TD
    LFLeonard Fournette

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-24

    Leonard Fournette 1 Yd Run (Trent Domingue Kick)

  6. LSU
    Q3FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 33
    Score
    6-27

    Trent Domingue 43 Yd Field Goal

  7. WKU
    Q3TD
    AGAntwane Grant

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    12-27

    Antwane Grant 39 Yd pass from Brandon Doughty (Garrett Schwettman PAT failed)

  8. LSU
    Q3FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 33
    Score
    12-30

    Trent Domingue 34 Yd Field Goal

  9. LSU
    Q4TD
    DGDerrius Guice

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    12-36

    Derrius Guice 47 Yd Run (Trent Domingue Kick)

  10. LSU
    Q4TD
    TDTravin Dural

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    12-42

    Travin Dural 17 Yd pass from Brandon Harris (Trent Domingue Kick)

  11. WKU
    Q4TD
    TTTaywan Taylor

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    18-42

    Taywan Taylor 9 Yd pass from Brandon Doughty (Garrett Schwettman Kick)

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Brandon Harris (99) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +1.00 EPA/play +20.08 EPA
  • Brandon Doughty (98) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.02 EPA/play +1.08 EPA

Rushing

  • Leonard Fournette (99) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.08 EPA
  • Anthony Wales (98) — 0.0 yds +0.08 EPA
  • D'Andre Ferby (98) — 0.0 yds +0.09 EPA

Receiving

  • Jared Dangerfield (98) — 8 rec · 0.0 yds +0.38 EPA
  • Taywan Taylor (98) — 10 rec · 0.0 yds +0.58 EPA
  • Nicholas Norris (98) — 7 rec · 0.0 yds +0.24 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Brandon Harris992055.0%03+1.00+20.08
Brandon Doughty985664.3%03+0.02+1.08

Team EPA comparison

StatWKULSU
Plays00
EPA / play
Total EPA
Success rate
Pass EPA / play
Rush EPA / play
Yards00

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q19920+0.01Ended
Q19840-2.39Punt
Q19980+0.09Punt
Q19890-2.61Ended
Q19930-2.16Punt
Q19840-2.30Ended
Q19910+4.18Pass TD
Q19940-0.59Ended
Q19830-2.85Ended
Q29910+0.68Ended
Q29830-0.83Ended
Q29910+1.06Rush TD
Q29950+3.77Ended
Q29880+0.78Punt
Q29950-4.03Punt
Q29810+2.10Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q3 · LSU Tigers · Brandon Harris pass complete to Malachi Dupre for 25 yds to the WKent 2 for a 1ST down WESTRN KENTUCKY Penalty, Personal Foul (Dejon Brown) to the WKent 1 for a 1ST down (+5.84 EPA)
  2. Q4 · LSU Tigers · Derrius Guice 47 Yd Run (Trent Domingue Kick) (+5.36 EPA)
  3. Q3 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Cameron Gamble kickoff for 61 yds , Kylen Towner return for 20 yds to the WKent 24 Kylen Towner fumbled, recovered by LSU Nick Brossette (-4.75 EPA)
  4. Q3 · LSU Tigers · Tyron Johnson 61 Yd pass from Brandon Harris (Trent Domingue Kick) (+4.68 EPA)
  5. Q2 · LSU Tigers · Brandon Harris pass complete to Travin Dural for 67 yds to the WKent 26 for a 1ST down (+4.58 EPA)
  6. Q1 · LSU Tigers · Malachi Dupre 55 Yd pass from Brandon Harris (Trent Domingue Kick) (+4.18 EPA)
  7. Q3 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Brandon Doughty pass intercepted Jamal Adams return for 7 yds to the LSU 45 (-4.0 EPA)
  8. Q2 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · D'Andre Ferby run for 35 yds to the LSU 3 for a 1ST down (+3.66 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • LSU Tigers controlled the final (48–20) in Week 8.
  • Passing edge: Brandon Harris (99) — yds, 3 TD.
  • EPA edge: WKU 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 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs LSU Tigers?

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 20, LSU Tigers 48 in Week 8 of the 2015 college football season.

Who won Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs LSU Tigers?

LSU Tigers won with a final score of 20–48.

Where can I find the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs LSU Tigers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400603888.

Who led Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs LSU Tigers in passing?

Brandon Harris (99) led passers with 0.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at LSU Tigers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Season records after this game

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers

Entered 7-1 Now 7-2 L

LSU Tigers

Entered 7-0 Now 8-0 W