Georgia State Panthers vs. Ball State Cardinals: 2021 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Georgia State Panthers defeated Ball State Cardinals 51–20 in Week 1, 2021. Final score: Georgia State Panthers 51, Ball State Cardinals 20.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Georgia State Panthers	6	6	18	3	51
Ball State Cardinals	12	6	6	6	20

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Darren Grainger (2247) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.58 EPA/play +10.46 EPA
• Drew Plitt (2050) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.01 EPA/play -0.24 EPA
• Mikele Colasurdo (2247) — 0.0 yds · -0.39 EPA/play -0.78 EPA

Rushing

• Carson Steele (2050) — 0.0 yds -0.24 EPA
• Tucker Gregg (2247) — 0.0 yds -0.30 EPA
• Darren Grainger (2247) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.47 EPA

Receiving

• Jayshon Jackson (2050) — 12 rec · 0.0 yds +0.75 EPA
• Aubry Payne (2247) — 8 rec · 0.0 yds +0.97 EPA
• Yo'Heinz Tyler (2050) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.33 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Darren Grainger	2247	18	83.3%	0	3	+0.58	+10.46
Drew Plitt	2050	41	65.9%	0	2	-0.01	-0.24
Mikele Colasurdo	2247	2	100.0%	0	0	-0.39	-0.78

Team EPA comparison

Stat	GAST	BALL
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	2247	3	0	+0.31	Ended
Q1	2050	1	0	-3.30	Ended
Q1	2247	1	0	+0.42	Ended
Q1	2050	9	0	-7.64	Touchdown
Q1	2247	10	0	+6.26	Pass TD
Q1	2050	2	0	+3.24	Pass TD
Q1	2247	3	0	-2.26	Punt
Q1	2050	8	0	-1.36	Punt
Q2	2050	11	0	+0.51	Field goal
Q2	2247	1	0	-2.43	Field goal
Q2	2247	6	0	+3.64	Ended
Q2	2050	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	2050	3	0	+2.04	Ended
Q2	2247	3	0	-2.62	Punt
Q2	2050	4	0	-0.93	Punt
Q2	2247	1	0	-1.25	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Ball State Cardinals · Drew Plitt sacked by Jamil Muhammad for a loss of 11 yards Drew Plitt fumbled, recovered by Denis,Javon, return for 37 yds for a TD. (Noel Ruiz KICK) (-7.75 EPA)
2. Q3 · Ball State Cardinals · Drew Plitt pass intercepted for a TD Antavious Lane return for 55 yds for a TD, (Noel Ruiz KICK) (-5.33 EPA)
3. Q4 · Ball State Cardinals · Drew Plitt pass complete to Jayshon Jackson for 17 yds to the GeoSt 5 for a 1ST down (+4.34 EPA)
4. Q1 · Ball State Cardinals · Drew Plitt pass complete to Jayshon Jackson for 56 yds for a TD, (Jake Chanove KICK) (+3.89 EPA)
5. Q2 · Georgia State Panthers · Darren Grainger run for 48 yds to the BalSt 11 for a 1ST down (+3.51 EPA)
6. Q1 · Ball State Cardinals · Drew Plitt pass complete to Trevor Hohlt for 17 yds to the BalSt 40 for a 1ST down (+3.44 EPA)
7. Q1 · Ball State Cardinals · Drew Plitt run for no gain to the BalSt 34 (-3.3 EPA)
8. Q3 · Ball State Cardinals · GEORGIA ST Penalty, Roughing Passer (15 Yards) to the GeoSt 30 for a 1ST down (+3.29 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Georgia State Panthers controlled the final (51–20) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Darren Grainger (2247) — yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: GAST 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 Georgia State Panthers vs Ball State Cardinals?

Georgia State Panthers 51, Ball State Cardinals 20 in Week 1 of the 2021 college football season.

Who won Georgia State Panthers vs Ball State Cardinals?

Georgia State Panthers won with a final score of 51–20.

Where can I find the Georgia State Panthers vs Ball State Cardinals box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401331218.

Who led Georgia State Panthers vs Ball State Cardinals in passing?

Darren Grainger (2247) led passers with 0.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Georgia State Panthers at Ball State Cardinals in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.