Rhode Island Rams vs. Georgia State Panthers: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Georgia State Panthers defeated Rhode Island Rams 42–35 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: Rhode Island Rams 35, Georgia State Panthers 42.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Rhode Island Rams	0	12	18	6	35
Georgia State Panthers	12	6	6	6	42

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Kasim Hill (Rhode Island) — 396.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.60 EPA/play +24.42 EPA
• Darren Grainger (Georgia State) — 193.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.43 EPA/play +8.67 EPA

Rushing

• Marcus Carroll (Georgia State) — 184.0 yds · 3 TD +0.56 EPA
• Darren Grainger (Georgia State) — 55.0 yds +0.08 EPA
• Deon Silas (Rhode Island) — 50.0 yds -0.29 EPA

Receiving

• Kahtero Summers (Rhode Island) — 6 rec · 99.0 yds +1.63 EPA
• Robert Lewis (Georgia State) — 7 rec · 97.0 yds +1.02 EPA
• Darius Savedge (Rhode Island) — 6 rec · 88.0 yds +1.01 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Kasim Hill	Rhode Island	41	56.1%	396	4	+0.60	+24.42
Darren Grainger	Georgia State	20	80.0%	193	2	+0.43	+8.67

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Rhode Island	Georgia State
Plays	75	57
EPA / play	+0.247	+0.310
Total EPA	+18.54	+17.69
Success rate	42.7%	50.9%
Pass EPA / play	+0.413	+0.433
Rush EPA / play	+0.037	+0.244
Yards	544	424

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Georgia State	4	76	+6.26	Pass TD
Q1	Rhode Island	9	69	+2.52	Missed FG
Q1	Georgia State	12	56	+2.74	Ended
Q1	Rhode Island	2	0	-0.20	Ended
Q1	Georgia State	1	9	+2.24	Rush TD
Q1	Rhode Island	10	80	+9.18	Pass TD
Q2	Georgia State	6	62	+3.29	Pass TD
Q2	Rhode Island	12	65	-1.66	Interception
Q2	Georgia State	3	10	-1.00	Punt
Q2	Rhode Island	5	30	+4.16	Pass TD
Q2	Georgia State	4	15	-0.75	Punt
Q2	Rhode Island	3	0	-0.23	Ended
Q3	Rhode Island	3	75	+6.63	Pass TD
Q3	Georgia State	3	5	-2.71	Punt
Q3	Rhode Island	9	55	+1.19	Pass TD
Q3	Georgia State	4	42	+2.87	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Rhode Island Rams · Interception returned for a touchdown (-7.1 EPA)
2. Q3 · Rhode Island Rams · Kasim Hill pass to Darius Savedge for a touchdown (63 yards) (+5.5 EPA)
3. Q2 · Rhode Island Rams · Kasim Hill pass intercepted (-5.27 EPA)
4. Q4 · Rhode Island Rams · Kasim Hill pass to Marquis Buchanan for 73 yards (1st & 10) (+4.87 EPA)
5. Q2 · Rhode Island Rams · Kasim Hill pass to Gabe Sloat for a touchdown (15 yards) (+4.79 EPA)
6. Q2 · Rhode Island Rams · Kasim Hill pass to John Erby for a touchdown (20 yards) (+4.45 EPA)
7. Q3 · Rhode Island Rams · Penalty (4th & 5) (+4.44 EPA)
8. Q4 · Rhode Island Rams · Kickoff (+4.26 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Georgia State Panthers controlled the final (42–35) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Kasim Hill (Rhode Island) — 396.0 yds, 4 TD.
• EPA edge: Georgia State at 0.31 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 Rhode Island Rams vs Georgia State Panthers?

Rhode Island Rams 35, Georgia State Panthers 42 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Rhode Island Rams vs Georgia State Panthers?

Georgia State Panthers won with a final score of 35–42.

Where can I find the Rhode Island Rams vs Georgia State Panthers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401531834.

Who led Rhode Island Rams vs Georgia State Panthers in passing?

Kasim Hill (Rhode Island) led passers with 396.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Rhode Island Rams at Georgia State Panthers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.