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LSU Tigers vs. Auburn Tigers: 2022 Week 5 Recap

Tigers defeat Tigers 21–17 in Week 5

Jayden Daniels paced the box score as Tigers closed out a 21–17 Week 5 finish.

LSU Tigers 21 4-1 Winner
Final 21–17
Auburn Tigers 17 3-2
Winner
LSU Tigers
Final score
21–17
Halftime
LSU Tigers 6–15 Auburn Tigers
Top passer
Robby Ashford
FantasyHQ MVP
Jayden Daniels

Top CFB performers · Tigers

  • Garrett Nussmeier 5.0 yds · -0.64 EPA/play -3.8 EPA
  • Josh Williams 68.0 yds +1.0 EPA
  • Jayden Daniels 72.0 yds · 1 TD +6.3 EPA

Top CFB performers · Tigers

  • Robby Ashford 388.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.09 EPA/play -3.5 EPA
  • Tank Bigsby 45.0 yds -1.7 EPA
  • Robby Ashford 27.0 yds -0.3 EPA

Quick answer

LSU Tigers defeated Auburn Tigers 21–17 in Week 5, 2022. Final score: LSU Tigers 21, Auburn Tigers 17.

Game summary

LSU Tigers edged Auburn Tigers 21–17 in Week 5 of the 2022 season.

  • Scoring: 4 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 5 plays.
  • Passing leader: Robby Ashford (Auburn) — 388.0 pass yds, 2 TD, -0.09 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Josh Williams — 68.0 yds.
  • Receiving leader: Koy Moore — 4 rec, 55.0 yds.
  • EPA edge: Auburn (-0.131/play) vs LSU (-0.188/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
LSU Tigers066021
Auburn Tigers690017

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

LSULSU Tigers
AUBAuburn Tigers

FantasyHQ CFB Analytics

Scoring timeline

5 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. Auburn
    Q1TD
    JJJa'Varrius Johnson

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-6

    Robby Ashford pass to Ja'Varrius Johnson for a touchdown (53 yards)

  2. Auburn
    Q2TD
    CBCamden Brown

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-12

    Robby Ashford pass to Camden Brown for a touchdown (18 yards)

  3. Auburn
    Q2FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 12
    Score
    0-15

    Field goal good from 29 yards

  4. LSU
    Q2TD
    JDJayden Daniels

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-15

    Jayden Daniels rushes 1 yard for a touchdown

  5. LSU
    Q3TD
    JEJohn Emery Jr.

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    12-15

    John Emery Jr. rushes 20 yards for a touchdown

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Robby Ashford (Auburn) — 388.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.09 EPA/play -3.50 EPA
  • Garrett Nussmeier (LSU) — 5.0 yds · -0.64 EPA/play -3.84 EPA
  • Koy Moore (Auburn) — 1.0 yds · -4.26 EPA/play -4.26 EPA

Rushing

  • Josh Williams (LSU) — 68.0 yds +0.06 EPA
  • Jayden Daniels (LSU) — 72.0 yds · 1 TD +0.49 EPA
  • Tank Bigsby (Auburn) — 45.0 yds -0.14 EPA

Receiving

  • Koy Moore (Auburn) — 4 rec · 55.0 yds +0.54 EPA
  • Tank Bigsby (Auburn) — 4 rec · 18.0 yds -0.28 EPA
  • Mason Taylor (LSU) — 3 rec · 14.0 yds -0.42 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Robby AshfordAuburn4047.5%3882-0.09-3.50
Garrett NussmeierLSU633.3%50-0.64-3.84
Koy MooreAuburn10.0%10-4.26-4.26
Jayden DanielsLSU2334.8%520-0.55-12.52

Team EPA comparison

StatLSUAuburn
Plays7570
EPA / play-0.188-0.131
Total EPA-14.10-9.17
Success rate37.3%37.1%
Pass EPA / play-0.564-0.189
Rush EPA / play+0.049-0.049
Yards255498

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q1Auburn669+5.61Pass TD
Q1LSU30-3.24Punt
Q1Auburn31-3.10Punt
Q1LSU1039-0.09Punt
Q1Auburn617-1.34Punt
Q1LSU413-2.09Punt
Q1Auburn699+7.86Pass TD
Q2LSU4-9-4.42Punt
Q2Auburn653-0.07Field goal
Q2LSU729-0.52Punt
Q2Auburn1075-4.10Missed FG
Q2LSU1162+5.36Rush TD
Q2Auburn1-20.00Ended
Q3LSU3-2-3.45Punt
Q3Auburn37-2.43Punt
Q3LSU742+0.45Punt

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q1 · Auburn Tigers · Robby Ashford pass to Ja'Varrius Johnson for a touchdown (53 yards) (+6.02 EPA)
  2. Q3 · Auburn Tigers · Robby Ashford pass to Tyler Fromm for 35 yards (3rd & 25) (+5.2 EPA)
  3. Q2 · Auburn Tigers · Robby Ashford pass to Jarquez Hunter for 61 yards (2nd & 14) (+4.66 EPA)
  4. Q4 · LSU Tigers · Fumble (-4.56 EPA)
  5. Q2 · LSU Tigers · Jayden Daniels pass to John Emery Jr. for 39 yards (2nd & 10) (+4.41 EPA)
  6. Q4 · Auburn Tigers · Robby Ashford pass intercepted (-4.32 EPA)
  7. Q4 · Auburn Tigers · Koy Moore pass intercepted (-4.26 EPA)
  8. Q2 · Auburn Tigers · Fumble (-4.11 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • LSU Tigers controlled the final (21–17) in Week 5.
  • Passing edge: Robby Ashford (Auburn) — 388.0 yds, 2 TD.
  • EPA edge: Auburn at -0.131 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 Auburn Tigers?

LSU Tigers 21, Auburn Tigers 17 in Week 5 of the 2022 college football season.

Who won LSU Tigers vs Auburn Tigers?

LSU Tigers won with a final score of 21–17.

Where can I find the LSU Tigers vs Auburn Tigers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401403903.

Who led LSU Tigers vs Auburn Tigers in passing?

Robby Ashford (Auburn) led passers with 388.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for LSU Tigers at Auburn Tigers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Season records after this game

LSU Tigers

Entered 3-1 Now 4-1 W

Auburn Tigers

Entered 3-1 Now 3-2 L