Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers: 2017 Week 3 Recap

Quick answer

Louisiana Tech Bulldogs defeated Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 23–22 in Week 3, 2017. Final score: Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 23, Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 22.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs	3	9	0	9	23
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers	6	6	6	0	22

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• J'Mar Smith (2348) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.23 EPA/play +7.81 EPA
• Mike White (98) — 0.0 yds · +0.14 EPA/play +5.13 EPA

Rushing

• Quinton Baker (98) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.13 EPA
• Jarred Craft (2348) — 0.0 yds +0.01 EPA
• Marquez Trigg (98) — 0.0 yds -0.10 EPA

Receiving

• Teddy Veal (2348) — 9 rec · 0.0 yds +0.14 EPA
• Xavier Lane (98) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.18 EPA
• Deon Yelder (98) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.66 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
J'Mar Smith	2348	34	64.7%	0	1	+0.23	+7.81
Mike White	98	37	67.6%	0	0	+0.14	+5.13

Team EPA comparison

Stat	LT	WKU
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	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	98	2	0	+1.10	Rush TD
Q1	2348	10	0	+1.16	Ended
Q1	98	10	0	+5.21	Ended
Q1	2348	3	0	-2.23	Punt
Q1	98	9	0	-0.86	Ended
Q2	2348	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	98	1	0	+0.28	Ended
Q2	2348	12	0	+8.47	Pass TD
Q2	98	5	0	-0.83	Punt
Q2	2348	1	0	-0.80	Ended
Q2	98	5	0	-0.71	Rush TD
Q2	2348	5	0	-2.19	Punt
Q2	98	9	0	+6.76	Rush TD
Q3	2348	1	0	+1.18	Ended
Q3	98	7	0	+3.66	Missed FG

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · J'Mar Smith pass complete to Rhashid Bonnette for 87 yds for a TD, (Jonathan Barnes KICK) (+7.2 EPA)
2. Q3 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Ryan Nuss 30 yd FG MISSED (-3.22 EPA)
3. Q2 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Mike White pass complete to Mik'Quan Deane for 34 yds to the LaTch 3 for a 1ST down (+3.2 EPA)
4. Q4 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · J'Mar Smith pass complete to Rhashid Bonnette for 38 yds to the WKent 16 for a 1ST down (+3.0 EPA)
5. Q4 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · J'Mar Smith pass intercepted Joe Brown return for no gain to the WKent 16 (-2.93 EPA)
6. Q3 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · J'Mar Smith pass complete to Marlon Watts for 11 yds to the LaTch 32 for a 1ST down (+2.65 EPA)
7. Q4 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · Jarred Craft run for 9 yds to the WKent 17 for a 1ST down WESTRN KENTUCKY Penalty, face mask (9 yards) (Evan Sayner) to the WKent 8 for a 1ST down (+2.61 EPA)
8. Q2 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Mike White pass complete to Xavier Lane for 20 yds to the LaTch 49 for a 1ST down (+2.61 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Louisiana Tech Bulldogs controlled the final (23–22) in Week 3.
• Passing edge: J'Mar Smith (2348) — yds, 1 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 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers?

Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 23, Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 22 in Week 3 of the 2017 college football season.

Who won Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers?

Louisiana Tech Bulldogs won with a final score of 23–22.

Where can I find the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400938608.

Who led Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers in passing?

J'Mar Smith (2348) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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