Quick answer
Charlotte Saints defeated South Carolina State Bulldogs 24–3 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: South Carolina State Bulldogs 3, Charlotte Saints 24.
Game summary
Charlotte Saints rolled past South Carolina State Bulldogs 24–3 in Week 1 of the 2023 season.
- Scoring: 3 touchdowns, 2 field goals across 5 plays.
- Passing leader: Jalon Jones (Charlotte) — 126.0 pass yds, 1 TD, -0.37 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Jawarn Howell — 33.0 yds.
- Receiving leader: Jack Hestera — 4 rec, 49.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Charlotte (-0.095/play) vs South Carolina State (-0.458/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 South Carolina State Bulldogs | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
 Charlotte Saints | 0 | 15 | 0 | 6 | 24 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
SCSTSouth Carolina State BulldogsField goal good from 42 yards
Jalon Jones rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
Durell Robinson rushes 6 yards for a touchdown
Field goal good from 45 yards
Jalon Jones pass to Bryce Kennon for a touchdown (36 yards)
COLLECharlotte SaintsFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- South Carolina State
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 25
- Score
- 3-0
Field goal good from 42 yards
- Charlotte
Q2TD JJJalon JonesPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 3-6
Jalon Jones rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
- Charlotte
Q2TD DRDurell RobinsonPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 3-12
Durell Robinson rushes 6 yards for a touchdown
- Charlotte
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 28
- Score
- 3-15
Field goal good from 45 yards
- Charlotte
Q4TD BKBryce KennonPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 3-21
Jalon Jones pass to Bryce Kennon for a touchdown (36 yards)
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Jalon Jones (Charlotte) — 126.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.37 EPA/play -7.48 EPA
- Andre Washington (South Carolina State) — 48.0 yds · -0.75 EPA/play -14.98 EPA
Rushing
- Jawarn Howell (South Carolina State) — 33.0 yds -0.26 EPA
- Durell Robinson (Charlotte) — 71.0 yds · 1 TD +0.35 EPA
- Shadrick Byrd (Charlotte) — 42.0 yds -0.35 EPA
Receiving
- Jack Hestera (Charlotte) — 4 rec · 49.0 yds +0.54 EPA
- Bryce Kennon (Charlotte) — 2 rec · 46.0 yds +2.02 EPA
- Jordan Smith (South Carolina State) — 2 rec · 37.0 yds +0.72 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalon Jones | Charlotte | 20 | 60.0% | 126 | 1 | -0.37 | -7.48 |
| Andre Washington | South Carolina State | 20 | 30.0% | 48 | 0 | -0.75 | -14.98 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | South Carolina State | Charlotte |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 55 | 64 |
| EPA / play | -0.458 | -0.095 |
| Total EPA | -25.17 | -6.06 |
| Success rate | 20.0% | 43.8% |
| Pass EPA / play | -0.749 | -0.374 |
| Rush EPA / play | -0.291 | +0.032 |
| Yards | 170 | 354 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Charlotte | 3 | 6 | -2.66 | Punt |
| Q1 | South Carolina State | 9 | 28 | -0.72 | Punt |
| Q1 | Charlotte | 3 | 9 | -2.02 | Punt |
| Q1 | South Carolina State | 3 | 3 | -3.19 | Punt |
| Q1 | Charlotte | 2 | 18 | -3.20 | Interception |
| Q1 | South Carolina State | 5 | -3 | -4.64 | Field goal |
| Q2 | Charlotte | 8 | 68 | +4.91 | Rush TD |
| Q2 | South Carolina State | 3 | 5 | -2.09 | Punt |
| Q2 | Charlotte | 8 | 68 | +4.62 | Rush TD |
| Q2 | South Carolina State | 4 | 34 | -0.12 | Punt |
| Q2 | Charlotte | 10 | 55 | +0.31 | Field goal |
| Q2 | South Carolina State | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | Ended |
| Q3 | South Carolina State | 5 | 26 | -0.29 | Punt |
| Q3 | Charlotte | 3 | 4 | -2.46 | Punt |
| Q3 | South Carolina State | 13 | 57 | -1.46 | Ended |
| Q3 | Charlotte | 3 | -2 | -2.57 | Punt |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q4 · South Carolina State Bulldogs · Andre Washington pass intercepted (-4.38 EPA)
- Q3 · South Carolina State Bulldogs · Andre Washington pass to Jaylin Linder for 10 yards (4th & 4) (+4.03 EPA)
- Q4 · Charlotte Saints · Jalon Jones pass intercepted (-3.93 EPA)
- Q3 · South Carolina State Bulldogs · Kacy Fields rushes for a loss of 2 yards (4th & 1) (-3.83 EPA)
- Q4 · Charlotte Saints · Jalon Jones pass to Bryce Kennon for a touchdown (36 yards) (+3.6 EPA)
- Q1 · Charlotte Saints · Jalon Jones pass intercepted (-2.69 EPA)
- Q3 · South Carolina State Bulldogs · Jawarn Howell rushes for a loss of 1 yard (4th & 1) (-2.6 EPA)
- Q3 · South Carolina State Bulldogs · Andre Washington pass to KeShawn Toney for 10 yards (3rd & 5) (+2.36 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Charlotte Saints controlled the final (24–3) in Week 1.
- Passing edge: Jalon Jones (Charlotte) — 126.0 yds, 1 TD.
- EPA edge: Charlotte at -0.095 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 South Carolina State Bulldogs vs Charlotte Saints?
South Carolina State Bulldogs 3, Charlotte Saints 24 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.
Who won South Carolina State Bulldogs vs Charlotte Saints?
Charlotte Saints won with a final score of 3–24.
Where can I find the South Carolina State Bulldogs vs Charlotte Saints box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401531402.
Who led South Carolina State Bulldogs vs Charlotte Saints in passing?
Jalon Jones (Charlotte) led passers with 126.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for South Carolina State Bulldogs at Charlotte Saints in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
South Carolina State Bulldogs
Now 0-2 L
Charlotte Saints
Now 1-0 W
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