Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 2022 Week 2 Recap

Quick answer

Georgia Southern Eagles defeated Nebraska Cornhuskers 45–42 in Week 2, 2022. Final score: Georgia Southern Eagles 45, Nebraska Cornhuskers 42.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Georgia Southern Eagles	12	12	6	9	45
Nebraska Cornhuskers	6	18	6	6	42

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Casey Thompson (Nebraska) — 315.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.52 EPA/play +18.55 EPA
• Kyle Vantrease (Georgia Southern) — 409.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.24 EPA/play +13.03 EPA

Rushing

• Anthony Grant (Nebraska) — 138.0 yds · 1 TD +0.21 EPA
• Jalen White (Georgia Southern) — 89.0 yds · 2 TD +0.57 EPA
• Gerald Green (Georgia Southern) — 132.0 yds · 2 TD +0.64 EPA

Receiving

• Derwin Burgess Jr. (Georgia Southern) — 12 rec · 119.0 yds +0.16 EPA
• Jeremy Singleton (Georgia Southern) — 9 rec · 89.0 yds -0.01 EPA
• Khaleb Hood (Georgia Southern) — 6 rec · 82.0 yds +0.42 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Casey Thompson	Nebraska	36	63.9%	315	1	+0.52	+18.55
Kyle Vantrease	Georgia Southern	55	67.3%	409	1	+0.24	+13.03

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Georgia Southern	Nebraska
Plays	85	81
EPA / play	+0.401	+0.445
Total EPA	+34.07	+36.08
Success rate	62.4%	56.8%
Pass EPA / play	+0.237	+0.515
Rush EPA / play	+0.701	+0.390
Yards	648	583

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Nebraska	3	-1	-2.66	Punt
Q1	Georgia Southern	13	59	+5.13	Rush TD
Q1	Nebraska	9	75	+6.41	Rush TD
Q1	Georgia Southern	8	75	+5.84	Rush TD
Q1	Nebraska	10	75	+6.24	Pass TD
Q2	Georgia Southern	3	14	-2.42	Interception
Q2	Nebraska	10	81	+6.21	Rush TD
Q2	Georgia Southern	3	70	+5.35	Rush TD
Q2	Nebraska	4	20	-1.34	Punt
Q2	Georgia Southern	5	69	+4.97	Rush TD
Q2	Nebraska	6	75	+6.35	Rush TD
Q2	Georgia Southern	9	79	+0.35	Ended
Q3	Georgia Southern	8	75	+6.17	Pass TD
Q3	Nebraska	3	9	-1.43	Punt
Q3	Georgia Southern	7	20	-1.76	Punt
Q3	Nebraska	13	99	+9.04	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Georgia Southern Eagles · Gerald Green rushes 47 yards for a touchdown (+4.55 EPA)
2. Q2 · Georgia Southern Eagles · Gerald Green rushes for 67 yards (1st & 5) (+4.41 EPA)
3. Q1 · Georgia Southern Eagles · Jalen White rushes 26 yards for a touchdown (+4.04 EPA)
4. Q1 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Casey Thompson pass to Marcus Washington for 33 yards (3rd & 3) (+3.62 EPA)
5. Q2 · Georgia Southern Eagles · Kyle Vantrease pass to Jeremy Singleton for 4 yards (2nd & 7) (-3.57 EPA)
6. Q4 · Georgia Southern Eagles · Kyle Vantrease pass intercepted (-3.55 EPA)
7. Q2 · Georgia Southern Eagles · Kyle Vantrease pass intercepted (-3.54 EPA)
8. Q4 · Georgia Southern Eagles · Kyle Vantrease rushes 8 yards for a touchdown (+3.53 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Georgia Southern Eagles controlled the final (45–42) in Week 2.
• Passing edge: Casey Thompson (Nebraska) — 315.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Nebraska at 0.445 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 Georgia Southern Eagles vs Nebraska Cornhuskers?

Georgia Southern Eagles 45, Nebraska Cornhuskers 42 in Week 2 of the 2022 college football season.

Who won Georgia Southern Eagles vs Nebraska Cornhuskers?

Georgia Southern Eagles won with a final score of 45–42.

Where can I find the Georgia Southern Eagles vs Nebraska Cornhuskers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401405072.

Who led Georgia Southern Eagles vs Nebraska Cornhuskers in passing?

Casey Thompson (Nebraska) led passers with 315.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Georgia Southern Eagles at Nebraska Cornhuskers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.