Quick answer
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers defeated Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders 48–21 in Week 10, 2021. Final score: Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders 21, Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 48.
Game summary
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers rolled past Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders 48–21 in Week 10 of the 2021 season.
- Scoring: 9 touchdowns, 2 field goals across 11 plays.
- Passing leader: Mike DiLiello (2393) — 0.0 pass yds, -0.34 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Frank Peasant — 0.0 yds, 1 TD.
- Receiving leader: Jerreth Sterns — 11 rec, 0.0 yds.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders | 12 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 21 |
 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers | 12 | 9 | 15 | 0 | 48 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
MTSUMiddle Tennessee Blue RaidersNick Vattiato pass intercepted for a TD Beanie Bishop return for 43 yds for a TD, (Brayden Narveson KICK)
Bailey Zappe pass complete to Malachi Corley for 5 yds for a TD, (Brayden Narveson KICK)
Bailey Zappe pass complete to Daewood Davis for 17 yds for a TD, (Brayden Narveson KICK)
Nick Vattiato pass complete to DJ England-Chisolm for 45 yds for a TD, (Zeke Rankin KICK)
Bailey Zappe pass complete to Mitchell Tinsley for 10 yds for a TD, (Brayden Narveson KICK)
Brayden Narveson 35 yd FG GOOD
Nick Vattiato pass complete to Yusuf Ali for 36 yds for a TD, (Zeke Rankin KICK)
Brayden Narveson 43 yd FG GOOD
Bailey Zappe run for 8 yds for a TD, (Brayden Narveson KICK)
Bailey Zappe pass complete to Daewood Davis for 28 yds for a TD, (Brayden Narveson KICK)
Frank Peasant run for 5 yds for a TD, (Zeke Rankin KICK)
WKUWestern Kentucky HilltoppersFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- MTSU
Q1TD NVNick VattiatoPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-0
Nick Vattiato pass intercepted for a TD Beanie Bishop return for 43 yds for a TD, (Brayden Narveson KICK)
- WKU
Q1TD MCMalachi CorleyPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-6
Bailey Zappe pass complete to Malachi Corley for 5 yds for a TD, (Brayden Narveson KICK)
- WKU
Q1TD DDDaewood DavisPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-12
Bailey Zappe pass complete to Daewood Davis for 17 yds for a TD, (Brayden Narveson KICK)
- MTSU
Q1TD PCpass complete DJ England-ChisolmPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-12
Nick Vattiato pass complete to DJ England-Chisolm for 45 yds for a TD, (Zeke Rankin KICK)
- WKU
Q2TD MTMitchell TinsleyPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-18
Bailey Zappe pass complete to Mitchell Tinsley for 10 yds for a TD, (Brayden Narveson KICK)
- WKU
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 12-21
Brayden Narveson 35 yd FG GOOD
- MTSU
Q2TD PCpass complete Yusuf AliPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 18-21
Nick Vattiato pass complete to Yusuf Ali for 36 yds for a TD, (Zeke Rankin KICK)
- WKU
Q3FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 18-24
Brayden Narveson 43 yd FG GOOD
- WKU
Q3TD BZBailey ZappePoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 18-30
Bailey Zappe run for 8 yds for a TD, (Brayden Narveson KICK)
- WKU
Q3TD DDDaewood DavisPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 18-36
Bailey Zappe pass complete to Daewood Davis for 28 yds for a TD, (Brayden Narveson KICK)
- MTSU
Q4TD FPFrank PeasantPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 24-36
Frank Peasant run for 5 yds for a TD, (Zeke Rankin KICK)
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Mike DiLiello (2393) — 0.0 yds · -0.34 EPA/play -1.72 EPA
- Bailey Zappe (98) — 0.0 yds · 4 TD · -0.09 EPA/play -3.96 EPA
- Nick Vattiato (2393) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.52 EPA/play -21.78 EPA
Rushing
- Frank Peasant (2393) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.15 EPA
- Noah Whittington (98) — 0.0 yds -0.25 EPA
- Martell Pettaway (2393) — 0.0 yds -0.92 EPA
Receiving
- Jerreth Sterns (98) — 11 rec · 0.0 yds +0.02 EPA
- Malachi Corley (98) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds -0.46 EPA
- pass complete Jimmy Marshall (2393) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.19 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike DiLiello | 2393 | 5 | 60.0% | 0 | 0 | -0.34 | -1.72 |
| Bailey Zappe | 98 | 46 | 63.0% | 0 | 4 | -0.09 | -3.96 |
| Nick Vattiato | 2393 | 42 | 57.1% | 0 | 2 | -0.52 | -21.78 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | MTSU | 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 | 2393 | 8 | 0 | -2.41 | Touchdown |
| Q1 | 98 | 4 | 0 | -2.10 | Pass TD |
| Q1 | 2393 | 3 | 0 | -2.61 | Punt |
| Q1 | 98 | 1 | 0 | +0.83 | Ended |
| Q1 | 2393 | 3 | 0 | -5.47 | Interception |
| Q1 | 98 | 4 | 0 | -0.19 | Pass TD |
| Q1 | 2393 | 3 | 0 | -2.45 | Punt |
| Q1 | 98 | 5 | 0 | +3.18 | Ended |
| Q1 | 2393 | 1 | 0 | +3.64 | Pass TD |
| Q1 | 2393 | 7 | 0 | -0.86 | Ended |
| Q2 | 98 | 3 | 0 | +1.32 | Ended |
| Q2 | 2393 | 3 | 0 | -1.08 | Punt |
| Q2 | 98 | 7 | 0 | +0.98 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | 2393 | 3 | 0 | -1.84 | Punt |
| Q2 | 98 | 1 | 0 | -0.73 | Field goal |
| Q2 | 2393 | 3 | 0 | -5.64 | Interception |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q4 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · John Haggerty III punt for 37 yds , Jaylin Lane returns for 68 yds to the WKent 16 Jaylin Lane fumbled, recovered by MTnSt Yusuf Ali (-5.26 EPA)
- Q2 · Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders · Nick Vattiato pass complete to Yusuf Ali for 36 yds for a TD, (Zeke Rankin KICK) (+5.22 EPA)
- Q3 · Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders · Martell Pettaway run for a loss of 4 yards to the MTnSt 33 Martell Pettaway fumbled, recovered by WKent Jaden Hunter (-5.21 EPA)
- Q1 · Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders · Nick Vattiato pass intercepted for a TD Beanie Bishop return for 43 yds for a TD, (Brayden Narveson KICK) (-4.66 EPA)
- Q1 · Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders · Nick Vattiato pass intercepted Kahlef Hailassie return for 13 yds to the MTnSt 19 (-3.91 EPA)
- Q2 · Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders · Nick Vattiato pass intercepted Beanie Bishop return for 29 yds to the MTnSt 10 (-3.77 EPA)
- Q1 · Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders · Nick Vattiato pass complete to DJ England-Chisolm for 45 yds for a TD, (Zeke Rankin KICK) (+3.64 EPA)
- Q4 · Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders · Nick Vattiato pass incomplete to Jarrin Pierce (-3.45 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Western Kentucky Hilltoppers controlled the final (48–21) in Week 10.
- Passing edge: Mike DiLiello (2393) — yds.
- EPA edge: MTSU 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 Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers?
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders 21, Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 48 in Week 10 of the 2021 college football season.
Who won Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers?
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers won with a final score of 21–48.
Where can I find the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401282251.
Who led Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers in passing?
Mike DiLiello (2393) led passers with 0.0 yards.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders at Western Kentucky Hilltoppers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders
Entered 4-3 Now 4-4 L
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
Entered 4-4 Now 5-4 W
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