Quick answer
Mississippi State Bulldogs defeated Texas A&M Aggies 26–22 in Week 5, 2021. Final score: Mississippi State Bulldogs 26, Texas A&M Aggies 22.
Game summary
Mississippi State Bulldogs edged Texas A&M Aggies 26–22 in Week 5 of the 2021 season.
- Scoring: 5 touchdowns, 4 field goals across 10 plays.
- Passing leader: Will Rogers (344) — 0.0 pass yds, 3 TD, +0.23 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Isaiah Spiller — 0.0 yds.
- Receiving leader: Makai Polk — 13 rec, 0.0 yds.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 26 | |
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 22 |
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Will Rogers (344) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.23 EPA/play +14.05 EPA
- Zach Calzada (245) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.14 EPA/play -3.01 EPA
Rushing
- Isaiah Spiller (245) — 0.0 yds +0.13 EPA
- Devon Achane (245) — 0.0 yds -0.00 EPA
- Dillon Johnson (344) — 0.0 yds -0.03 EPA
Receiving
- Makai Polk (344) — 13 rec · 0.0 yds +0.50 EPA
- Ainias Smith (245) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.16 EPA
- Dillon Johnson (344) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds -0.33 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Will Rogers | 60 | 76.7% | 0 | 3 | +0.23 | +14.05 | |
| Zach Calzada | 22 | 54.5% | 0 | 1 | -0.14 | -3.01 |
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 | 6 | 0 | +1.02 | Ended | |
| Q1 | 1 | 0 | +0.71 | Pass TD | |
| Q1 | 11 | 0 | +4.28 | Ended | |
| Q1 | 1 | 0 | +2.35 | Pass TD | |
| Q1 | 4 | 0 | +2.49 | Ended | |
| Q1 | 0 | 0 | — | Field goal | |
| Q1 | 5 | 0 | -1.48 | Ended | |
| Q1 | 2 | 0 | -5.20 | Interception | |
| Q2 | 2 | 0 | +0.31 | Ended | |
| Q2 | 4 | 0 | -0.51 | Punt | |
| Q2 | 1 | 0 | +2.90 | Pass TD | |
| Q2 | 4 | 0 | +3.45 | Ended | |
| Q2 | 9 | 0 | +1.24 | Field goal | |
| Q2 | 5 | 0 | -1.29 | Punt | |
| Q2 | 3 | 0 | -1.86 | Punt | |
| Q2 | 6 | 0 | +0.51 | Missed FG |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q1 · Texas A&M Aggies · Zach Calzada pass intercepted Fred Peters return for 12 yds to the TexAM 25 (-4.18 EPA)
- Q2 · Mississippi State Bulldogs · Nolan McCord 46 yd FG MISSED (-3.17 EPA)
- Q1 · Texas A&M Aggies · Isaiah Spiller run for 44 yds to the MisSt 12 for a 1ST down (+3.16 EPA)
- Q3 · Texas A&M Aggies · Zach Calzada 25 Yd Run (Two-Point Pass Conversion Failed) (+3.04 EPA)
- Q2 · Mississippi State Bulldogs · Makai Polk 15 Yd pass from Will Rogers (Nolan McCord Kick) (+2.9 EPA)
- Q4 · Mississippi State Bulldogs · TEAM run for a loss of 5 yards to the TexAM 33 (-2.75 EPA)
- Q4 · Mississippi State Bulldogs · Nolan McCord 49 yd FG MISSED (-2.68 EPA)
- Q4 · Mississippi State Bulldogs · Rogers, Will pass incomplete to Polk, Makai, PENALTY TEXASAM pass interference (White Jr., Andre) 13 yards to the MISSSTATE44, NO PLAY, 1ST DOWN MISSSTATE. (+2.62 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Mississippi State Bulldogs controlled the final (26–22) in Week 5.
- Passing edge: Will Rogers (344) — yds, 3 TD.
- EPA edge: MSST 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 Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Texas A&M Aggies?
Mississippi State Bulldogs 26, Texas A&M Aggies 22 in Week 5 of the 2021 college football season.
Who won Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Texas A&M Aggies?
Mississippi State Bulldogs won with a final score of 26–22.
Where can I find the Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Texas A&M Aggies box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401282095.
Who led Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Texas A&M Aggies 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 Mississippi State Bulldogs at Texas A&M Aggies in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Mississippi State Bulldogs
Entered 2-3 Now 3-3 W
Texas A&M Aggies
Entered 3-1 Now 3-2 L