Quick answer
LSU Tigers defeated Mississippi State Bulldogs 28–25 in Week 4, 2021. Final score: LSU Tigers 28, Mississippi State Bulldogs 25.
Game summary
LSU Tigers edged Mississippi State Bulldogs 28–25 in Week 4 of the 2021 season.
- Scoring: 7 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 8 plays.
- Passing leader: Will Rogers (344) — 0.0 pass yds, 3 TD, +0.39 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Tyrion Davis-Price — 0.0 yds.
- Receiving leader: Dillon Johnson — 9 rec, 0.0 yds.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 0 | 12 | 6 | 28 | |
| 0 | 3 | 6 | 12 | 25 |
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Will Rogers (344) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.39 EPA/play +20.40 EPA
- Max Johnson (99) — 0.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.56 EPA/play +12.96 EPA
Rushing
- Tyrion Davis-Price (99) — 0.0 yds -0.19 EPA
- Jo'quavious Marks (344) — 0.0 yds -0.10 EPA
- Dillon Johnson (344) — 0.0 yds +0.70 EPA
Receiving
- Dillon Johnson (344) — 9 rec · 0.0 yds -0.02 EPA
- Jo'quavious Marks (344) — 9 rec · 0.0 yds +0.64 EPA
- Makai Polk (344) — 8 rec · 0.0 yds +1.37 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Will Rogers | 52 | 88.5% | 0 | 3 | +0.39 | +20.40 | |
| Max Johnson | 23 | 73.9% | 0 | 4 | +0.56 | +12.96 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | ||
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3 | 0 | +1.32 | Ended | |
| Q1 | 7 | 0 | -3.18 | Interception | |
| Q1 | 4 | 0 | -1.27 | Punt | |
| Q1 | 5 | 0 | -1.29 | Punt | |
| Q1 | 1 | 0 | +3.00 | Pass TD | |
| Q1 | 8 | 0 | -0.37 | Ended | |
| Q1 | 6 | 0 | -4.83 | Fumble | |
| Q2 | 4 | 0 | +3.06 | Ended | |
| Q2 | 6 | 0 | -1.23 | Punt | |
| Q2 | 4 | 0 | -1.01 | Punt | |
| Q2 | 4 | 0 | -1.96 | Interception | |
| Q2 | 0 | 0 | — | Field goal | |
| Q2 | 13 | 0 | +2.73 | Ended | |
| Q2 | 1 | 0 | -0.64 | Punt | |
| Q3 | 1 | 0 | +3.98 | Pass TD | |
| Q3 | 5 | 0 | +4.38 | Ended |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q1 · Mississippi State Bulldogs · Will Rogers pass complete to Malik Heath for 7 yds Malik Heath fumbled, recovered by LSU , return for 35 yds to the MisSt 35 (-6.43 EPA)
- Q4 · Mississippi State Bulldogs · LSU Penalty, Defensive Holding (2 Yards) to the LSU 1 (-5.51 EPA)
- Q1 · Mississippi State Bulldogs · Will Rogers pass intercepted Cordale Flott return for no gain to the LSU 11 (-5.22 EPA)
- Q4 · Mississippi State Bulldogs · Will Rogers pass complete to Jo'quavious Marks for 16 yds for a TD, (Will Rogers pass to Malik Heath for Two-Point Conversion) (+4.68 EPA)
- Q3 · Mississippi State Bulldogs · Nolan McCord 33 yd FG MISSED (-4.3 EPA)
- Q3 · LSU Tigers · Max Johnson pass complete to Kayshon Boutte for 64 yds for a TD, (Cade York KICK) (+4.17 EPA)
- Q3 · Mississippi State Bulldogs · Will Rogers pass complete to Makai Polk for 29 yds for a TD, (Nolan McCord KICK) (+3.98 EPA)
- Q4 · LSU Tigers · Max Johnson pass complete to Kole Taylor for 41 yds for a TD, (Cade York KICK) (+3.87 EPA)
Key takeaways
- LSU Tigers controlled the final (28–25) in Week 4.
- Passing edge: Will Rogers (344) — 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 Mississippi State Bulldogs?
LSU Tigers 28, Mississippi State Bulldogs 25 in Week 4 of the 2021 college football season.
Who won LSU Tigers vs Mississippi State Bulldogs?
LSU Tigers won with a final score of 28–25.
Where can I find the LSU Tigers vs Mississippi State Bulldogs box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401282085.
Who led LSU Tigers vs Mississippi State Bulldogs in passing?
Will Rogers (344) 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 Mississippi State Bulldogs in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
LSU Tigers
Entered 2-2 Now 3-2 W
Mississippi State Bulldogs
Entered 2-2 Now 2-3 L