Quick answer
Texas Tech Red Raiders defeated Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 59–45 in Week 3, 2016. Final score: Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 45, Texas Tech Red Raiders 59.
Game summary
Texas Tech Red Raiders rolled past Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 59–45 in Week 3 of the 2016 season.
- Scoring: 13 touchdowns, 2 field goals across 15 plays.
- Passing leader: Patrick Mahomes II (2641) — 0.0 pass yds, 5 TD, +0.84 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Jarred Craft — 0.0 yds, 1 TD.
- Receiving leader: Carlos Henderson — 9 rec, 0.0 yds.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 12 | 6 | 12 | 45 | |
| 18 | 12 | 6 | 15 | 59 |
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Patrick Mahomes II (2641) — 0.0 yds · 5 TD · +0.84 EPA/play +30.30 EPA
- Ryan Higgins (2348) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.53 EPA/play +16.94 EPA
Rushing
- Jarred Craft (2348) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.44 EPA
- Demarcus Felton (2641) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.35 EPA
- Justin Stockton (2641) — 0.0 yds -0.26 EPA
Receiving
- Carlos Henderson (2348) — 9 rec · 0.0 yds +0.82 EPA
- Trent Taylor (2348) — 7 rec · 0.0 yds +1.66 EPA
- Jonathan Giles (2641) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +1.94 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patrick Mahomes II | 36 | 72.2% | 0 | 5 | +0.84 | +30.30 | |
| Ryan Higgins | 32 | 62.5% | 0 | 3 | +0.53 | +16.94 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | ||
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 | 0 | +2.60 | Pass TD | |
| Q1 | 4 | 0 | +3.41 | Ended | |
| Q1 | 2 | 0 | +0.94 | Ended | |
| Q1 | 1 | 0 | -1.13 | Punt | |
| Q1 | 1 | 0 | +4.18 | Pass TD | |
| Q1 | 2 | 0 | -1.46 | Field goal | |
| Q1 | 2 | 0 | +2.58 | Rush TD | |
| Q1 | 12 | 0 | +3.16 | Ended | |
| Q1 | 11 | 0 | -0.08 | Ended | |
| Q2 | 1 | 0 | +1.36 | Rush TD | |
| Q2 | 2 | 0 | -0.22 | Missed FG | |
| Q2 | 7 | 0 | +5.84 | Ended | |
| Q2 | 9 | 0 | +2.50 | Pass TD | |
| Q2 | 3 | 0 | -1.95 | Punt | |
| Q2 | 7 | 0 | +3.49 | Pass TD | |
| Q2 | 4 | 0 | -1.64 | Rush TD |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q4 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · Ryan Higgins pass complete to Trent Taylor for 76 yds for a TD, (Jonathan Barnes KICK) (+8.15 EPA)
- Q3 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · Ryan Higgins pass complete to Carlos Henderson for 54 yds for a TD, (Jonathan Barnes KICK) (+5.34 EPA)
- Q1 · Texas Tech Red Raiders · Patrick Mahomes II run for 7 yds to the LaTch 12 (-4.55 EPA)
- Q3 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · Kam McKnight run for 4 yds to the TexTc 1 for a 1ST down (-4.42 EPA)
- Q4 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · Ryan Higgins pass complete to Trent Taylor for 37 yds for a TD, (Jonathan Barnes KICK) (+4.32 EPA)
- Q1 · Texas Tech Red Raiders · Patrick Mahomes II pass complete to Jonathan Giles for 64 yds for a TD, (Clayton Hatfield KICK) (+4.18 EPA)
- Q3 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · Ryan Higgins run for 21 yds to the TexTc 13 for a 1ST down (+3.31 EPA)
- Q2 · Texas Tech Red Raiders · Patrick Mahomes II pass complete to Jonathan Giles for 42 yds for a TD, (Clayton Hatfield KICK) (+3.27 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Texas Tech Red Raiders controlled the final (59–45) in Week 3.
- Passing edge: Patrick Mahomes II (2641) — yds, 5 TD.
- EPA edge: LT 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 Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs Texas Tech Red Raiders?
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 45, Texas Tech Red Raiders 59 in Week 3 of the 2016 college football season.
Who won Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs Texas Tech Red Raiders?
Texas Tech Red Raiders won with a final score of 45–59.
Where can I find the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs Texas Tech Red Raiders box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400869359.
Who led Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs Texas Tech Red Raiders in passing?
Patrick Mahomes II (2641) led passers with 0.0 yards and 5 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Louisiana Tech Bulldogs at Texas Tech Red Raiders in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
Entered 2-1 Now 2-2 L
Texas Tech Red Raiders
Entered 1-1 Now 2-1 W