SMU Mustangs vs. Boston College Eagles: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Boston College Eagles defeated SMU Mustangs 23–14 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: SMU Mustangs 14, Boston College Eagles 23.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
SMU Mustangs	0	12	0	0	14
Boston College Eagles	3	6	0	12	23

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Kevin Jennings (SMU) — 185.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.08 EPA/play -3.79 EPA
• Thomas Castellanos (Boston College) — 98.0 yds · -0.23 EPA/play -4.47 EPA

Rushing

• Thomas Castellanos (Boston College) — 156.0 yds · 2 TD +0.41 EPA
• Kye Robichaux (Boston College) — 91.0 yds · 1 TD +0.23 EPA
• Kevin Jennings (SMU) — 57.0 yds +0.07 EPA

Receiving

• Jake Bailey (SMU) — 6 rec · 54.0 yds +1.13 EPA
• Jordan Hudson (SMU) — 2 rec · 13.0 yds -0.63 EPA
• Lewis Bond (Boston College) — 4 rec · 35.0 yds +0.33 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Kevin Jennings	SMU	49	49.0%	185	1	-0.08	-3.79
Thomas Castellanos	Boston College	19	52.6%	98	0	-0.23	-4.47

Team EPA comparison

Stat	SMU	Boston College
Plays	79	59
EPA / play	-0.069	+0.033
Total EPA	-5.41	+1.94
Success rate	36.7%	47.5%
Pass EPA / play	-0.077	-0.235
Rush EPA / play	-0.054	+0.160
Yards	309	362

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	SMU	9	46	-2.01	Fumble
Q1	Boston College	7	30	-1.30	Field goal
Q1	SMU	3	1	-2.71	Ended
Q1	Boston College	5	22	-1.46	Missed FG
Q1	SMU	3	7	-2.24	Punt
Q1	Boston College	3	-6	-4.14	Punt
Q1	SMU	15	88	+7.45	Rush TD
Q2	Boston College	10	77	+6.16	Rush TD
Q2	SMU	10	50	+4.45	Pass TD
Q2	Boston College	7	43	-1.16	Fumble
Q3	SMU	5	11	-2.33	Punt
Q3	Boston College	4	8	-2.96	Punt
Q3	SMU	14	74	+3.65	Ended
Q3	Boston College	8	72	+5.75	Rush TD
Q4	SMU	4	7	-5.56	Ended
Q4	Boston College	3	58	+4.33	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · SMU Mustangs · Fumble (-5.53 EPA)
2. Q3 · Boston College Eagles · Fumble (-4.45 EPA)
3. Q2 · SMU Mustangs · Kevin Jennings pass to Jaylan Knighton for a touchdown (6 yards) (+4.37 EPA)
4. Q3 · SMU Mustangs · Kevin Jennings pass to Moochie Dixon for 21 yards (3rd & 16) (+4.13 EPA)
5. Q4 · Boston College Eagles · TEAM rushes for a loss of 1 yard (2nd & 8) (-3.47 EPA)
6. Q2 · SMU Mustangs · Kevin Jennings pass to Jake Bailey for 18 yards (3rd & 17) (+3.43 EPA)
7. Q4 · SMU Mustangs · Kevin Jennings — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (-3.34 EPA)
8. Q2 · Boston College Eagles · Kye Robichaux rushes 6 yards for a touchdown (+3.34 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Boston College Eagles controlled the final (23–14) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Kevin Jennings (SMU) — 185.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Boston College at 0.033 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 SMU Mustangs vs Boston College Eagles?

SMU Mustangs 14, Boston College Eagles 23 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won SMU Mustangs vs Boston College Eagles?

Boston College Eagles won with a final score of 14–23.

Where can I find the SMU Mustangs vs Boston College Eagles box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401551750.

Who led SMU Mustangs vs Boston College Eagles in passing?

Kevin Jennings (SMU) led passers with 185.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for SMU Mustangs at Boston College Eagles in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.