LSU Tigers vs. Kansas State Wildcats: 2021 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Kansas State Wildcats defeated LSU Tigers 42–20 in Week 1, 2021. Final score: LSU Tigers 20, Kansas State Wildcats 42.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
LSU Tigers	0	6	0	12	20
Kansas State Wildcats	6	12	6	12	42

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Skylar Thompson (2306) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.81 EPA/play +22.62 EPA
• Jontre Kirklin (99) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.75 EPA/play +8.20 EPA

Rushing

• Deuce Vaughn (2306) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD +0.04 EPA
• Corey Kiner (99) — 0.0 yds +0.06 EPA
• Jontre Kirklin (99) — 0.0 yds +0.12 EPA

Receiving

• Phillip Brooks (2306) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +1.47 EPA
• Kade Warner (2306) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds +0.37 EPA
• Malik Knowles (2306) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds +1.49 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Skylar Thompson	2306	28	75.0%	0	3	+0.81	+22.62
Jontre Kirklin	99	11	63.6%	0	3	+0.75	+8.20

Team EPA comparison

Stat	LSU	KSU
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	2306	11	0	-0.75	Ended
Q1	99	3	0	-1.37	Punt
Q1	2306	1	0	+2.81	Pass TD
Q1	2306	9	0	+2.76	Ended
Q2	2306	1	0	+4.24	Missed FG
Q2	99	1	0	+4.72	Pass TD
Q2	99	12	0	+2.83	Ended
Q2	2306	1	0	+1.88	Pass TD
Q2	2306	5	0	+0.57	Ended
Q2	99	3	0	-2.85	Interception
Q2	2306	1	0	+0.68	Rush TD
Q2	2306	8	0	+4.42	Ended
Q3	99	3	0	-3.91	Interception
Q3	2306	5	0	+0.93	Punt
Q3	99	6	0	-3.18	Ended
Q3	2306	1	0	+1.35	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · LSU Tigers · Jontre Kirklin pass complete to Chris Hilton Jr. for 81 yds for a TD (+6.92 EPA)
2. Q4 · LSU Tigers · Jontre Kirklin pass complete to Malik Nabers for 15 yds for a TD, (Preston Stafford KICK) (+5.32 EPA)
3. Q3 · Kansas State Wildcats · KANSAS ST Penalty, Unsportsmanlike Conduct (Ty Zentner) to the KanSt 20 (-4.82 EPA)
4. Q3 · LSU Tigers · Jontre Kirklin pass intercepted Ross Elder return for 32 yds to the KanSt 45 (-4.74 EPA)
5. Q2 · LSU Tigers · Jontre Kirklin pass complete to Jaray Jenkins for 23 yds for a TD, (Preston Stafford KICK) (+4.72 EPA)
6. Q2 · Kansas State Wildcats · Skylar Thompson pass complete to Eric Hommel for 24 yds to the LSU 36 for a 1ST down (+4.24 EPA)
7. Q3 · LSU Tigers · Josh Williams run for no gain to the KanSt 44 (-3.87 EPA)
8. Q1 · Kansas State Wildcats · Skylar Thompson pass complete to Landry Weber for 24 yds to the LSU 40 for a 1ST down (+3.21 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Kansas State Wildcats controlled the final (42–20) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Skylar Thompson (2306) — yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: LSU 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 LSU Tigers vs Kansas State Wildcats?

LSU Tigers 20, Kansas State Wildcats 42 in Week 1 of the 2021 college football season.

Who won LSU Tigers vs Kansas State Wildcats?

Kansas State Wildcats won with a final score of 20–42.

Where can I find the LSU Tigers vs Kansas State Wildcats box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401331241.

Who led LSU Tigers vs Kansas State Wildcats in passing?

Skylar Thompson (2306) led passers with 0.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for LSU Tigers at Kansas State Wildcats in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.