Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Ohio Bobcats: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Ohio Bobcats defeated Georgia Southern Eagles 41–21 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: Georgia Southern Eagles 21, Ohio Bobcats 41.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Georgia Southern Eagles	0	0	12	6	21
Ohio Bobcats	3	15	12	6	41

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Parker Navarro (Ohio) — 120.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.48 EPA/play +7.70 EPA
• Davis Brin (Georgia Southern) — 371.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.20 EPA/play -9.35 EPA

Rushing

• Rickey Hunt (Ohio) — 115.0 yds · 4 TD +0.46 EPA
• Parker Navarro (Ohio) — 76.0 yds -0.40 EPA
• Nolan McCormick (Ohio) — 40.0 yds -0.28 EPA

Receiving

• Dalen Cobb (Georgia Southern) — 7 rec · 109.0 yds +1.26 EPA
• Khaleb Hood (Georgia Southern) — 7 rec · 31.0 yds -0.52 EPA
• Derwin Burgess Jr. (Georgia Southern) — 5 rec · 142.0 yds +0.59 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Parker Navarro	Ohio	16	68.8%	120	1	+0.48	+7.70
Davis Brin	Georgia Southern	47	66.0%	371	2	-0.20	-9.35

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Georgia Southern	Ohio
Plays	63	63
EPA / play	-0.170	+0.093
Total EPA	-10.70	+5.87
Success rate	44.4%	42.9%
Pass EPA / play	-0.199	+0.481
Rush EPA / play	-0.084	-0.039
Yards	423	357

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Georgia Southern	4	10	-3.21	Interception
Q1	Ohio	10	43	-0.10	Field goal
Q1	Georgia Southern	3	-1	-3.34	Punt
Q1	Ohio	13	64	+4.70	Rush TD
Q2	Georgia Southern	2	-2	-4.32	Interception
Q2	Ohio	4	7	-4.57	Ended
Q2	Georgia Southern	8	10	-1.52	Punt
Q2	Ohio	4	62	+4.96	Pass TD
Q2	Georgia Southern	5	8	-2.93	Fumble
Q2	Ohio	8	37	-3.00	Punt
Q3	Georgia Southern	2	46	-5.63	Interception
Q3	Ohio	1	6	+1.34	Rush TD
Q3	Georgia Southern	9	69	+6.45	Rush TD
Q3	Ohio	3	0	-3.24	Punt
Q3	Georgia Southern	3	50	-5.47	Fumble
Q3	Ohio	6	65	+3.25	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Georgia Southern Eagles · Davis Brin pass to Derwin Burgess Jr. for a touchdown (65 yards) (+7.26 EPA)
2. Q3 · Georgia Southern Eagles · Fumble (-6.39 EPA)
3. Q3 · Georgia Southern Eagles · Davis Brin pass intercepted (-5.97 EPA)
4. Q3 · Georgia Southern Eagles · Davis Brin pass to Dalen Cobb for 39 yards (4th & 2) (+5.96 EPA)
5. Q4 · Georgia Southern Eagles · Davis Brin pass to Dalen Cobb for 17 yards (4th & 7) (+4.27 EPA)
6. Q1 · Georgia Southern Eagles · Davis Brin pass intercepted (-4.19 EPA)
7. Q2 · Georgia Southern Eagles · Fumble (-3.34 EPA)
8. Q1 · Georgia Southern Eagles · Davis Brin sacked for a loss of 9 yards (3rd & 2) (-3.33 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Ohio Bobcats controlled the final (41–21) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Parker Navarro (Ohio) — 120.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Ohio at 0.093 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 Ohio Bobcats?

Georgia Southern Eagles 21, Ohio Bobcats 41 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Georgia Southern Eagles vs Ohio Bobcats?

Ohio Bobcats won with a final score of 21–41.

Where can I find the Georgia Southern Eagles vs Ohio Bobcats box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401551733.

Who led Georgia Southern Eagles vs Ohio Bobcats in passing?

Parker Navarro (Ohio) led passers with 120.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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