Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs. Louisville Cardinals: 2018 Week 3 Recap

Quick answer

Louisville Cardinals defeated Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 20–17 in Week 3, 2018. Final score: Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 17, Louisville Cardinals 20.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers	6	6	0	3	17
Louisville Cardinals	0	3	0	12	20

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Davis Shanley (98) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.07 EPA/play +2.40 EPA
• Malik Cunningham (97) — 0.0 yds · +0.11 EPA/play +1.63 EPA
• Steven Duncan (98) — 0.0 yds · -1.35 EPA/play -6.76 EPA

Rushing

• Malik Cunningham (97) — 0.0 yds -0.01 EPA
• D'Andre Ferby (98) — 0.0 yds -0.03 EPA
• Dae Williams (97) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.68 EPA

Receiving

• Kyle Fourtenbary (98) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.55 EPA
• Lucky Jackson (98) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds +0.15 EPA
• Quin Jernighan (98) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds +1.22 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Davis Shanley	98	35	62.9%	0	1	+0.07	+2.40
Malik Cunningham	97	15	66.7%	0	0	+0.11	+1.63
Steven Duncan	98	5	60.0%	0	0	-1.35	-6.76
Jawon Pass	97	4	0.0%	0	0	-2.22	-8.89

Team EPA comparison

Stat	WKU	LOU
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	98	1	0	+2.56	Pass TD
Q1	97	1	0	-1.33	Ended
Q1	98	15	0	+3.41	Ended
Q1	97	1	0	-5.05	Interception
Q1	98	4	0	-1.54	Punt
Q1	97	3	0	-3.87	Punt
Q1	98	7	0	-3.98	Interception
Q1	97	3	0	-2.38	Field goal
Q2	98	2	0	+0.11	Ended
Q2	97	10	0	+4.97	Ended
Q2	98	6	0	-2.08	Punt
Q2	97	4	0	-2.92	Punt
Q2	98	3	0	-2.40	Punt
Q2	97	1	0	-1.16	Punt
Q2	98	1	0	+0.70	Rush TD
Q2	97	7	0	+0.86	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Ryan Nuss 32 yd FG BLOCKED blocked by Jared Goldwire Rodjay Burns return for no gain to the WKent 31 (-6.35 EPA)
2. Q1 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Steven Duncan pass intercepted C.J. Avery return for 25 yds to the WKent 44 (-5.18 EPA)
3. Q1 · Louisville Cardinals · Jawon Pass pass intercepted DeAngelo Malone return for no gain to the WKent 20 (-5.05 EPA)
4. Q4 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Ryan Nuss 51 yd FG MISSED (-3.92 EPA)
5. Q1 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Alex Rinella punt for 44 yds for a 1ST down , Rodjay Burns returns for 36 yds to the LOUISVILLE 32 for a 1ST down LOUISVILLE Penalty, personal foul (15 Yards) to the WKent 25 for a 1ST down (-3.17 EPA)
6. Q4 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · Davis Shanley sacked by Jarrett Jackson for a loss of 9 yards to the Lvile 45 (-2.83 EPA)
7. Q2 · Louisville Cardinals · Malik Cunningham run for no gain to the Lvile 32 (-2.73 EPA)
8. Q2 · Louisville Cardinals · Malik Cunningham pass complete to Jaylen Smith for 31 yds to the Lvile 43 for a 1ST down (+2.7 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Louisville Cardinals controlled the final (20–17) in Week 3.
• Passing edge: Davis Shanley (98) — yds, 1 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 Louisville Cardinals?

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 17, Louisville Cardinals 20 in Week 3 of the 2018 college football season.

Who won Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Louisville Cardinals?

Louisville Cardinals won with a final score of 17–20.

Where can I find the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Louisville Cardinals box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401013113.

Who led Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Louisville Cardinals in passing?

Davis Shanley (98) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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