LSU Tigers vs. Florida State Seminoles: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Florida State Seminoles defeated LSU Tigers 45–24 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: LSU Tigers 24, Florida State Seminoles 45.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
LSU Tigers	6	9	0	6	24
Florida State Seminoles	6	6	9	18	45

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Jordan Travis (Florida State) — 344.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.83 EPA/play +25.68 EPA
• Jayden Daniels (LSU) — 351.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.04 EPA/play +1.68 EPA
• Deuce Spann (Florida State) — 17.0 yds · +1.11 EPA/play +1.11 EPA

Rushing

• Trey Benson (Florida State) — 47.0 yds -0.32 EPA
• Jayden Daniels (LSU) — 92.0 yds +0.43 EPA
• Jordan Travis (Florida State) — 38.0 yds · 1 TD +0.47 EPA

Receiving

• Malik Nabers (LSU) — 6 rec · 67.0 yds +0.18 EPA
• Keon Coleman (Florida State) — 9 rec · 122.0 yds +1.04 EPA
• Brian Thomas Jr. (LSU) — 7 rec · 157.0 yds +1.08 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Jordan Travis	Florida State	31	74.2%	344	4	+0.83	+25.68
Jayden Daniels	LSU	41	53.7%	351	1	+0.04	+1.68
Deuce Spann	Florida State	1	100.0%	17	0	+1.11	+1.11

Team EPA comparison

Stat	LSU	Florida State
Plays	64	66
EPA / play	+0.053	+0.354
Total EPA	+3.41	+23.36
Success rate	42.2%	47.0%
Pass EPA / play	+0.041	+0.837
Rush EPA / play	+0.075	-0.101
Yards	492	511

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	LSU	8	61	-1.66	Ended
Q1	Florida State	9	101	+8.97	Pass TD
Q1	LSU	9	75	+6.39	Rush TD
Q1	Florida State	3	9	-1.35	Punt
Q1	LSU	7	63	-1.31	Ended
Q2	Florida State	7	19	-7.15	Interception
Q2	LSU	3	8	-1.62	Punt
Q2	Florida State	3	6	-1.11	Punt
Q2	LSU	5	51	+4.25	Rush TD
Q2	Florida State	10	80	+6.81	Pass TD
Q2	LSU	9	67	+0.68	Field goal
Q3	Florida State	8	45	+0.10	Field goal
Q3	LSU	6	36	-0.35	Punt
Q3	Florida State	7	87	+7.02	Rush TD
Q3	LSU	6	20	-4.49	Interception
Q4	Florida State	8	57	+3.97	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · LSU Tigers · Jayden Daniels pass to Brian Thomas Jr. for a touchdown (75 yards) (+6.51 EPA)
2. Q3 · Florida State Seminoles · Jordan Travis pass to Lawrance Toafili for 41 yards (4th & 2) (+5.79 EPA)
3. Q2 · Florida State Seminoles · Jordan Travis pass intercepted (-5.78 EPA)
4. Q4 · LSU Tigers · Jayden Daniels pass intercepted (-4.92 EPA)
5. Q3 · Florida State Seminoles · Jordan Travis pass to Keon Coleman for 41 yards (2nd & 14) (+4.67 EPA)
6. Q2 · Florida State Seminoles · Jordan Travis pass to Keon Coleman for a touchdown (21 yards) (+4.39 EPA)
7. Q4 · Florida State Seminoles · Jordan Travis pass to Jaheim Bell for a touchdown (44 yards) (+4.06 EPA)
8. Q1 · LSU Tigers · Jayden Daniels sacked for a loss of 13 yards (4th & 1) (-4.02 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Florida State Seminoles controlled the final (45–24) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Jordan Travis (Florida State) — 344.0 yds, 4 TD.
• EPA edge: Florida State at 0.354 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 Florida State Seminoles?

LSU Tigers 24, Florida State Seminoles 45 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won LSU Tigers vs Florida State Seminoles?

Florida State Seminoles won with a final score of 24–45.

Where can I find the LSU Tigers vs Florida State Seminoles box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401520182.

Who led LSU Tigers vs Florida State Seminoles in passing?

Jordan Travis (Florida State) led passers with 344.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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