Mercer Bears vs. Samford Bulldogs: 2022 Week 12 Recap

Quick answer

Samford Bulldogs defeated Mercer Bears 50–44 in Week 12, 2022. Final score: Mercer Bears 44, Samford Bulldogs 50.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	OT	Final
Mercer Bears	15	0	3	15	6	44
Samford Bulldogs	12	6	6	9	12	50

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Michael Hiers (Samford) — 454.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.47 EPA/play +25.31 EPA
• Fred Payton (Mercer) — 512.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.34 EPA/play +16.53 EPA
• Quincy Crittendon (Samford) — 0.0 yds

Rushing

• Jay Stanton (Samford) — 60.0 yds -0.25 EPA
• Al Wooten II (Mercer) — 65.0 yds · 2 TD -0.23 EPA
• Michael Hiers (Samford) — 45.0 yds · 1 TD -0.08 EPA

Receiving

• Ty James (Mercer) — 13 rec · 351.0 yds +1.17 EPA
• Devron Harper (Mercer) — 11 rec · 123.0 yds +0.19 EPA
• Chandler Smith (Samford) — 14 rec · 144.0 yds +0.72 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Michael Hiers	Samford	55	78.2%	454	4	+0.47	+25.31
Fred Payton	Mercer	51	56.9%	512	2	+0.34	+16.53
Quincy Crittendon	Samford	1	100.0%	0	0	—	—

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Mercer	Samford
Plays	86	102
EPA / play	+0.251	+0.199
Total EPA	+20.35	+19.46
Success rate	44.2%	49.0%
Pass EPA / play	+0.344	+0.469
Rush EPA / play	+0.116	-0.133
Yards	722	631

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Samford	4	24	-1.40	Punt
Q1	Mercer	7	91	+7.65	Pass TD
Q1	Samford	8	85	+7.37	Pass TD
Q1	Mercer	9	86	+7.00	Rush TD
Q1	Samford	8	75	+6.32	Pass TD
Q1	Mercer	6	60	+1.00	Field goal
Q1	Samford	16	60	+0.31	Field goal
Q2	Mercer	8	81	-2.16	Fumble
Q2	Samford	9	40	-2.60	Ended
Q2	Mercer	4	37	-0.71	Missed FG
Q2	Samford	3	7	-1.07	Punt
Q2	Mercer	7	30	-1.65	Interception
Q2	Samford	6	39	+1.12	Field goal
Q3	Mercer	6	52	+0.40	Field goal
Q3	Samford	4	24	-1.01	Punt
Q3	Mercer	4	13	-2.24	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Mercer Bears · Fumble (-6.66 EPA)
2. Q1 · Samford Bulldogs · Michael Hiers pass to J.R. Tran-Reno for 38 yards (3rd & 10) (+5.01 EPA)
3. Q4 · Mercer Bears · Fred Payton pass to Ty James for a touchdown (55 yards) (+4.89 EPA)
4. Q4 · Mercer Bears · Fred Payton rushes for 16 yards (4th & 8) (+4.02 EPA)
5. Q2 · Mercer Bears · Fred Payton pass to Devron Harper for 29 yards (4th & 2) (+3.79 EPA)
6. Q3 · Samford Bulldogs · Michael Hiers pass to D.J. Rias for 12 yards (4th & 3) (+3.65 EPA)
7. Q4 · Mercer Bears · Fred Payton rushes 5 yards for a touchdown (+3.46 EPA)
8. Q1 · Samford Bulldogs · Michael Hiers pass to D.J. Rias for a touchdown (29 yards) (+3.44 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Samford Bulldogs controlled the final (50–44) in Week 12.
• Passing edge: Michael Hiers (Samford) — 454.0 yds, 4 TD.
• EPA edge: Mercer at 0.251 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 Mercer Bears vs Samford Bulldogs?

Mercer Bears 44, Samford Bulldogs 50 in Week 12 of the 2022 college football season.

Who won Mercer Bears vs Samford Bulldogs?

Samford Bulldogs won with a final score of 44–50.

Where can I find the Mercer Bears vs Samford Bulldogs box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401422927.

Who led Mercer Bears vs Samford Bulldogs in passing?

Michael Hiers (Samford) led passers with 454.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Mercer Bears at Samford Bulldogs in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.