SMU Mustangs vs. Rice Owls: 2023 Week 10 Recap

Quick answer

SMU Mustangs defeated Rice Owls 36–31 in Week 10, 2023. Final score: SMU Mustangs 36, Rice Owls 31.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
SMU Mustangs	18	9	9	3	36
Rice Owls	0	12	6	3	31

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Kevin Jennings (SMU) — 37.0 yds · +0.27 EPA/play +1.62 EPA
• Preston Stone (SMU) — 214.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.03 EPA/play +0.70 EPA
• Shawqi Itraish (Rice) — 0.0 yds · -0.30 EPA/play -0.30 EPA

Rushing

• LJ Johnson Jr. (SMU) — 73.0 yds +0.18 EPA
• Jaylan Knighton (SMU) — 70.0 yds -0.46 EPA
• Preston Stone (SMU) — 78.0 yds · 1 TD +0.52 EPA

Receiving

• Landon Ransom-Goelz (Rice) — 3 rec · 45.0 yds +0.06 EPA
• Dean Connors (Rice) — 7 rec · 37.0 yds +0.23 EPA
• Jake Bailey (SMU) — 4 rec · 73.0 yds +0.30 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Kevin Jennings	SMU	6	66.7%	37	0	+0.27	+1.62
Preston Stone	SMU	28	53.6%	214	2	+0.03	+0.70
Shawqi Itraish	Rice	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.30	-0.30
Chase Jenkins	Rice	16	62.5%	94	0	-0.08	-1.22
Ryan Bujcevski	SMU	1	0.0%	0	0	-2.19	-2.19
JT Daniels	Rice	18	44.4%	66	2	-0.52	-9.41

Team EPA comparison

Stat	SMU	Rice
Plays	79	56
EPA / play	+0.002	-0.150
Total EPA	+0.19	-8.42
Success rate	40.5%	32.1%
Pass EPA / play	+0.004	-0.312
Rush EPA / play	+0.002	+0.119
Yards	500	310

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	SMU	5	41	-2.05	Ended
Q1	Rice	3	-10	-4.68	Punt
Q1	SMU	6	14	-2.18	Ended
Q1	SMU	7	75	+6.39	Pass TD
Q1	Rice	1	0	-5.74	Interception
Q1	SMU	2	33	+2.89	Rush TD
Q1	Rice	3	5	-2.58	Punt
Q1	SMU	7	27	-4.78	Ended
Q1	Rice	3	-2	-6.10	Fumble
Q1	SMU	3	4	-2.72	Missed FG
Q1	Rice	9	69	+5.66	Pass TD
Q2	SMU	7	22	-1.29	Field goal
Q2	Rice	5	22	-0.39	Punt
Q2	SMU	7	74	+5.87	Pass TD
Q2	Rice	4	39	+4.80	Pass TD
Q2	SMU	1	2	0.00	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · SMU Mustangs · Fumble (-6.16 EPA)
2. Q1 · Rice Owls · JT Daniels pass intercepted (-5.74 EPA)
3. Q1 · SMU Mustangs · Punt return touchdown (-5.51 EPA)
4. Q2 · SMU Mustangs · Preston Stone pass to Jordan Hudson for a touchdown (30 yards) (+5.17 EPA)
5. Q2 · Rice Owls · JT Daniels pass to Dean Connors for a touchdown (14 yards) (+5.02 EPA)
6. Q1 · Rice Owls · Fumble (-4.1 EPA)
7. Q1 · SMU Mustangs · Preston Stone pass to Roderick Daniels Jr. for a touchdown (34 yards) (+3.83 EPA)
8. Q3 · SMU Mustangs · Preston Stone pass to Romello Brinson for 11 yards (4th & 2) (+3.76 EPA)

Key takeaways

• SMU Mustangs controlled the final (36–31) in Week 10.
• Passing edge: Kevin Jennings (SMU) — 37.0 yds.
• EPA edge: SMU at 0.002 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 Rice Owls?

SMU Mustangs 36, Rice Owls 31 in Week 10 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won SMU Mustangs vs Rice Owls?

SMU Mustangs won with a final score of 36–31.

Where can I find the SMU Mustangs vs Rice Owls box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401531440.

Who led SMU Mustangs vs Rice Owls in passing?

Kevin Jennings (SMU) led passers with 37.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

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