Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs. SMU Mustangs: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

SMU Mustangs defeated Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 38–14 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 14, SMU Mustangs 38.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs	6	0	6	6	14
SMU Mustangs	6	15	0	6	38

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Preston Stone (SMU) — 244.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.18 EPA/play +6.72 EPA
• Hank Bachmeier (Louisiana Tech) — 209.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.11 EPA/play -4.33 EPA

Rushing

• Jaylan Knighton (SMU) — 64.0 yds -0.21 EPA
• LJ Johnson Jr. (SMU) — 128.0 yds · 1 TD +0.13 EPA
• Charvis Thornton (Louisiana Tech) — 24.0 yds -0.83 EPA

Receiving

• Smoke Harris (Louisiana Tech) — 7 rec · 47.0 yds +0.22 EPA
• RJ Maryland (SMU) — 5 rec · 58.0 yds +1.63 EPA
• Koby Duru (Louisiana Tech) — 3 rec · 55.0 yds +2.25 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Preston Stone	SMU	37	59.5%	244	3	+0.18	+6.72
Hank Bachmeier	Louisiana Tech	38	55.3%	209	1	-0.11	-4.33

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Louisiana Tech	SMU
Plays	57	78
EPA / play	-0.304	+0.031
Total EPA	-17.31	+2.41
Success rate	24.6%	34.6%
Pass EPA / play	-0.277	+0.182
Rush EPA / play	-0.362	-0.105
Yards	285	453

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	SMU	8	20	-1.89	Punt
Q1	Louisiana Tech	4	3	-2.64	Punt
Q1	SMU	3	6	-2.19	Punt
Q1	Louisiana Tech	5	40	-0.25	Missed FG
Q1	SMU	1	67	+5.14	Pass TD
Q1	Louisiana Tech	2	14	-7.71	Touchdown
Q1	Louisiana Tech	3	-1	-2.98	Punt
Q1	SMU	8	27	-1.48	Field goal
Q2	Louisiana Tech	6	8	-4.86	Punt
Q2	SMU	11	93	+4.99	Pass TD
Q2	Louisiana Tech	3	-2	-2.24	Punt
Q2	SMU	3	6	-1.56	Punt
Q2	Louisiana Tech	5	32	-0.24	Punt
Q2	SMU	4	92	+6.42	Pass TD
Q3	Louisiana Tech	4	75	+8.26	Pass TD
Q3	SMU	11	24	-3.09	Missed FG

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · Hank Bachmeier pass to Koby Duru for a touchdown (53 yards) (+8.26 EPA)
2. Q1 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · Interception returned for a touchdown (-6.47 EPA)
3. Q2 · SMU Mustangs · Preston Stone pass to RJ Maryland for a touchdown (25 yards) (+5.19 EPA)
4. Q1 · SMU Mustangs · Preston Stone pass to Jordan Hudson for a touchdown (67 yards) (+5.14 EPA)
5. Q4 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · Hank Bachmeier pass to Julien Lewis for 37 yards (3rd & 4) (+4.1 EPA)
6. Q2 · SMU Mustangs · Preston Stone pass to Nolan Matthews-Harris for a touchdown (9 yards) (+3.32 EPA)
7. Q3 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · Hank Bachmeier pass to Smoke Harris for 19 yards (3rd & 4) (+3.05 EPA)
8. Q2 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · Penalty (3rd & 8) (+2.97 EPA)

Key takeaways

• SMU Mustangs controlled the final (38–14) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Preston Stone (SMU) — 244.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: SMU at 0.031 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 Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs SMU Mustangs?

Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 14, SMU Mustangs 38 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs SMU Mustangs?

SMU Mustangs won with a final score of 14–38.

Where can I find the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs SMU Mustangs box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401520172.

Who led Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs SMU Mustangs in passing?

Preston Stone (SMU) led passers with 244.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Louisiana Tech Bulldogs at SMU Mustangs in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.