Quick answer
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs defeated Florida International Panthers 44–24 in Week 8, 2016. Final score: Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 44, Florida International Panthers 24.
Game summary
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs rolled past Florida International Panthers 44–24 in Week 8 of the 2016 season.
- Scoring: 8 touchdowns, 4 field goals across 12 plays.
- Passing leader: Ryan Higgins (2348) — 0.0 pass yds, 2 TD, +0.24 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Alex Gardner — 0.0 yds.
- Receiving leader: Trent Taylor — 11 rec, 0.0 yds.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Louisiana Tech Bulldogs | 9 | 15 | 6 | 9 | 44 |
 Florida International Panthers | 3 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 24 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
LTLouisiana Tech BulldogsRyan Higgins run for 6 yds for a TD, (Jonathan Barnes KICK)
Jonathan Barnes 42 yd FG GOOD
Austin Taylor 24 yd FG GOOD
Ryan Higgins pass complete to Trent Taylor for 26 yds for a TD, (Jonathan Barnes KICK)
Alex McGough pass complete to Jonnu Smith for 17 yds for a TD, (Austin Taylor KICK)
Jonathan Barnes 31 yd FG GOOD
Kam McKnight run for 4 yds for a TD, (Jonathan Barnes KICK)
Ryan Higgins pass complete to Kam McKnight for 1 yd for a TD, (Jonathan Barnes KICK)
Alex McGough pass complete to Thomas Owens for 30 yds for a TD, (Austin Taylor KICK)
Austin Taylor kickoff for 57 yds , Carlos Henderson return for 92 yds for a TD, (Jonathan Barnes KICK)
Alex McGough pass complete to Thomas Owens for 6 yds for a TD, (Austin Taylor KICK)
Jonathan Barnes 23 yd FG GOOD
FIUFlorida International PanthersFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- LT
Q1TD RHRyan HigginsPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-0
Ryan Higgins run for 6 yds for a TD, (Jonathan Barnes KICK)
- LT
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 9-0
Jonathan Barnes 42 yd FG GOOD
- FIU
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 9-3
Austin Taylor 24 yd FG GOOD
- LT
Q2TD TTTrent TaylorPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 15-3
Ryan Higgins pass complete to Trent Taylor for 26 yds for a TD, (Jonathan Barnes KICK)
- FIU
Q2TD JSJonnu SmithPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 15-9
Alex McGough pass complete to Jonnu Smith for 17 yds for a TD, (Austin Taylor KICK)
- LT
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 18-9
Jonathan Barnes 31 yd FG GOOD
- LT
Q2TD KMKam McKnightPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 24-9
Kam McKnight run for 4 yds for a TD, (Jonathan Barnes KICK)
- LT
Q3TD KMKam McKnightPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 30-9
Ryan Higgins pass complete to Kam McKnight for 1 yd for a TD, (Jonathan Barnes KICK)
- FIU
Q3TD TOThomas OwensPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 30-15
Alex McGough pass complete to Thomas Owens for 30 yds for a TD, (Austin Taylor KICK)
- LT
Q4TD Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 36-15
Austin Taylor kickoff for 57 yds , Carlos Henderson return for 92 yds for a TD, (Jonathan Barnes KICK)
- FIU
Q4TD TOThomas OwensPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 36-21
Alex McGough pass complete to Thomas Owens for 6 yds for a TD, (Austin Taylor KICK)
- LT
Q4FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 39-21
Jonathan Barnes 23 yd FG GOOD
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Ryan Higgins (2348) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.24 EPA/play +7.25 EPA
- Alex McGough (2229) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.07 EPA/play +3.09 EPA
- Maurice Alexander (2229) — 0.0 yds · +0.26 EPA/play +1.79 EPA
Rushing
- Alex Gardner (2229) — 0.0 yds +0.18 EPA
- Jarred Craft (2348) — 0.0 yds +0.19 EPA
- Anthony Jones (2229) — 0.0 yds -0.28 EPA
Receiving
- Trent Taylor (2348) — 11 rec · 0.0 yds +0.72 EPA
- Thomas Owens (2229) — 8 rec · 0.0 yds +0.46 EPA
- Carlos Henderson (2348) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.13 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Higgins | 2348 | 30 | 73.3% | 0 | 2 | +0.24 | +7.25 |
| Alex McGough | 2229 | 41 | 61.0% | 0 | 3 | +0.07 | +3.09 |
| Maurice Alexander | 2229 | 7 | 57.1% | 0 | 0 | +0.26 | +1.79 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | LT | FIU |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 2348 | 5 | 0 | +2.86 | Rush TD |
| Q1 | 2229 | 3 | 0 | -2.60 | Punt |
| Q1 | 2348 | 3 | 0 | +3.58 | Field goal |
| Q1 | 2229 | 3 | 0 | -2.86 | Field goal |
| Q1 | 2348 | 5 | 0 | -1.38 | Ended |
| Q1 | 2229 | 13 | 0 | -0.86 | Ended |
| Q2 | 2348 | 1 | 0 | +4.73 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | 2229 | 1 | 0 | +0.03 | Ended |
| Q2 | 2348 | 1 | 0 | +1.66 | Ended |
| Q2 | 2229 | 1 | 0 | +3.37 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | 2348 | 3 | 0 | +0.66 | Field goal |
| Q2 | 2229 | 7 | 0 | +3.72 | Ended |
| Q2 | 2348 | 4 | 0 | +1.90 | Ended |
| Q2 | 2229 | 3 | 0 | -2.31 | Punt |
| Q2 | 2348 | 4 | 0 | -1.78 | Punt |
| Q2 | 2229 | 4 | 0 | -1.59 | Punt |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q3 · Florida International Panthers · Alex McGough pass intercepted Xavier Woods return for 45 yds to the FLAINTL 29 FLORIDA INTL Penalty, illegal block (Darrius Scott) to the FlaIn 1 (-6.48 EPA)
- Q4 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · Austin Taylor kickoff for 57 yds , Carlos Henderson return for 92 yds for a TD, (Jonathan Barnes KICK) (+5.38 EPA)
- Q2 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · Ryan Higgins pass complete to Trent Taylor for 26 yds for a TD, (Jonathan Barnes KICK) (+4.73 EPA)
- Q4 · Florida International Panthers · McGOUGH, Alex pass incomplete to OWENS, Thomas, PENALTY LATECH pass interference (KING, DaMarion) 15 yards to the LATECH26, 1ST DOWN FIU, NO PLAY. (+4.39 EPA)
- Q3 · Florida International Panthers · Alex McGough pass complete to Thomas Owens for 30 yds for a TD, (Austin Taylor KICK) (+4.02 EPA)
- Q1 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · Ryan Higgins pass complete to Trent Taylor for 49 yds to the FlaIn 8 for a 1ST down (+3.78 EPA)
- Q1 · Florida International Panthers · Alex McGough pass incomplete to Thomas Owens (-3.77 EPA)
- Q4 · Florida International Panthers · Alex McGough pass complete to Stantley Thomas for 32 yds to the LaTch 35 for a 1ST down (+3.73 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Louisiana Tech Bulldogs controlled the final (44–24) in Week 8.
- Passing edge: Ryan Higgins (2348) — yds, 2 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 Florida International Panthers?
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 44, Florida International Panthers 24 in Week 8 of the 2016 college football season.
Who won Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs Florida International Panthers?
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs won with a final score of 44–24.
Where can I find the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs Florida International Panthers box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400869387.
Who led Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs Florida International Panthers in passing?
Ryan Higgins (2348) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Louisiana Tech Bulldogs at Florida International Panthers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
Entered 5-3 Now 6-3 W
Florida International Panthers
Entered 3-4 Now 3-5 L
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