Valparaiso Beacons vs. Illinois State Redbirds: 2022 Week 2 Recap

Quick answer

Illinois State Redbirds defeated Valparaiso Beacons 28–21 in Week 2, 2022. Final score: Valparaiso Beacons 21, Illinois State Redbirds 28.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Valparaiso Beacons	6	0	0	6	21
Illinois State Redbirds	6	18	6	0	28

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Zack Annexstad (Illinois State) — 166.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.09 EPA/play -2.20 EPA
• Mason Kaplan (Valparaiso) — 130.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.19 EPA/play -7.96 EPA

Rushing

• Wenkers Wright (Illinois State) — 101.0 yds +0.11 EPA
• Mason Kaplan (Valparaiso) — 23.0 yds -0.25 EPA
• Aaron Dawson (Valparaiso) — 29.0 yds -0.40 EPA

Receiving

• Barret Labus (Valparaiso) — 3 rec · 48.0 yds +1.38 EPA
• Matt Ross (Valparaiso) — 3 rec · 42.0 yds +1.35 EPA
• Braden Contreras (Valparaiso) — 3 rec · 28.0 yds +1.53 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Zack Annexstad	Illinois State	25	56.0%	166	2	-0.09	-2.20
Mason Kaplan	Valparaiso	41	43.9%	130	2	-0.19	-7.96

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Valparaiso	Illinois State
Plays	78	59
EPA / play	-0.248	-0.046
Total EPA	-19.35	-2.73
Success rate	34.6%	33.9%
Pass EPA / play	-0.226	-0.088
Rush EPA / play	-0.273	-0.016
Yards	230	320

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Illinois State	3	8	-2.26	Punt
Q1	Valparaiso	3	3	-2.41	Punt
Q1	Illinois State	5	52	+4.15	Pass TD
Q1	Valparaiso	4	-1	-4.46	Punt
Q1	Illinois State	3	-7	-3.85	Punt
Q1	Valparaiso	9	37	+2.27	Pass TD
Q1	Illinois State	3	8	-1.81	Punt
Q2	Valparaiso	5	23	-1.54	Ended
Q2	Illinois State	0	0	—	Touchdown
Q2	Valparaiso	3	-2	-3.11	Punt
Q2	Illinois State	5	68	+5.59	Rush TD
Q2	Valparaiso	4	24	-0.95	Punt
Q2	Illinois State	3	3	-1.74	Punt
Q2	Valparaiso	12	45	-0.90	Ended
Q2	Illinois State	6	38	-0.84	Interception
Q3	Valparaiso	3	0	-4.73	Interception

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Illinois State Redbirds · Fumble returned for a touchdown (-6.96 EPA)
2. Q2 · Illinois State Redbirds · Kickoff (+6.16 EPA)
3. Q4 · Valparaiso Beacons · Mason Kaplan pass to Evan Jernegan for a touchdown (14 yards) (+4.3 EPA)
4. Q3 · Illinois State Redbirds · Zack Annexstad pass to Bryson Deming for a touchdown (23 yards) (+3.99 EPA)
5. Q1 · Illinois State Redbirds · Zack Annexstad pass to Nigel White for a touchdown (35 yards) (+3.78 EPA)
6. Q2 · Illinois State Redbirds · Zack Annexstad pass to Tristan Bailey for 47 yards (1st & 10) (+2.79 EPA)
7. Q3 · Valparaiso Beacons · Mason Kaplan pass intercepted (-2.69 EPA)
8. Q1 · Valparaiso Beacons · Mason Kaplan rushes for 3 yards (4th & 1) (+2.67 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Illinois State Redbirds controlled the final (28–21) in Week 2.
• Passing edge: Zack Annexstad (Illinois State) — 166.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Illinois State at -0.046 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 Valparaiso Beacons vs Illinois State Redbirds?

Valparaiso Beacons 21, Illinois State Redbirds 28 in Week 2 of the 2022 college football season.

Who won Valparaiso Beacons vs Illinois State Redbirds?

Illinois State Redbirds won with a final score of 21–28.

Where can I find the Valparaiso Beacons vs Illinois State Redbirds box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401418828.

Who led Valparaiso Beacons vs Illinois State Redbirds in passing?

Zack Annexstad (Illinois State) led passers with 166.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Valparaiso Beacons at Illinois State Redbirds in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.