Villanova Wildcats vs. Maine Black Bears: 2022 Week 5 Recap

Quick answer

Villanova Wildcats defeated Maine Black Bears 45–20 in Week 5, 2022. Final score: Villanova Wildcats 45, Maine Black Bears 20.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Villanova Wildcats	9	18	6	0	45
Maine Black Bears	6	6	0	12	20

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Connor Watkins (Villanova) — 255.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.97 EPA/play +15.59 EPA
• Elijah Barnwell (Maine) — 9.0 yds · 1 TD · +3.76 EPA/play +3.76 EPA
• Joe Fagnano (Maine) — 192.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.06 EPA/play +2.22 EPA

Rushing

• Jalen Jackson (Villanova) — 41.0 yds · 1 TD +0.19 EPA
• Elijah Barnwell (Maine) — 53.0 yds +0.19 EPA
• TD Ayo-Durojaiye (Villanova) — 51.0 yds -0.03 EPA

Receiving

• Shawn Bowman (Maine) — 7 rec · 55.0 yds +1.20 EPA
• Jaaron Hayek (Villanova) — 5 rec · 159.0 yds +3.29 EPA
• Kobay White (Maine) — 4 rec · 57.0 yds +1.17 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Connor Watkins	Villanova	16	81.2%	255	4	+0.97	+15.59
Elijah Barnwell	Maine	1	100.0%	9	1	+3.76	+3.76
Joe Fagnano	Maine	37	62.2%	192	2	+0.06	+2.22

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Villanova	Maine
Plays	56	61
EPA / play	+0.343	-0.059
Total EPA	+19.21	-3.62
Success rate	53.6%	45.9%
Pass EPA / play	+0.974	-0.003
Rush EPA / play	+0.090	-0.160
Yards	467	332

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Villanova	7	54	+1.14	Field goal
Q1	Maine	3	0	-2.74	Punt
Q1	Villanova	6	41	+3.24	Rush TD
Q1	Maine	10	60	+5.01	Pass TD
Q1	Villanova	12	65	+4.76	Pass TD
Q2	Maine	3	5	-1.89	Punt
Q2	Villanova	3	83	+6.05	Pass TD
Q2	Maine	6	75	+6.88	Pass TD
Q2	Villanova	5	71	+5.85	Pass TD
Q2	Maine	7	22	-2.79	Punt
Q3	Villanova	5	86	+5.99	Pass TD
Q3	Maine	6	18	-1.86	Punt
Q3	Villanova	4	25	-0.07	Punt
Q3	Maine	10	69	+6.84	Pass TD
Q4	Villanova	3	6	-2.18	Punt
Q4	Maine	5	21	-4.39	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Villanova Wildcats · Connor Watkins pass to Jaaron Hayek for a touchdown (83 yards) (+7.25 EPA)
2. Q4 · Maine Black Bears · Interception returned for a touchdown (-6.09 EPA)
3. Q2 · Maine Black Bears · Joe Fagnano pass to Zavier Scott for a touchdown (30 yards) (+4.47 EPA)
4. Q2 · Villanova Wildcats · Connor Watkins pass to Jaaron Hayek for a touchdown (18 yards) (+4.07 EPA)
5. Q4 · Maine Black Bears · Elijah Barnwell pass to Shawn Bowman for a touchdown (9 yards) (+3.76 EPA)
6. Q4 · Maine Black Bears · Freddie Brock rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-3.6 EPA)
7. Q1 · Villanova Wildcats · Connor Watkins rushes for 19 yards (3rd & 7) (+3.32 EPA)
8. Q2 · Villanova Wildcats · Connor Watkins rushes for 15 yards (3rd & 12) (+3.15 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Villanova Wildcats controlled the final (45–20) in Week 5.
• Passing edge: Connor Watkins (Villanova) — 255.0 yds, 4 TD.
• EPA edge: Villanova at 0.343 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 Villanova Wildcats vs Maine Black Bears?

Villanova Wildcats 45, Maine Black Bears 20 in Week 5 of the 2022 college football season.

Who won Villanova Wildcats vs Maine Black Bears?

Villanova Wildcats won with a final score of 45–20.

Where can I find the Villanova Wildcats vs Maine Black Bears box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401424431.

Who led Villanova Wildcats vs Maine Black Bears in passing?

Connor Watkins (Villanova) led passers with 255.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Villanova Wildcats at Maine Black Bears in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.