SMU Mustangs vs. Memphis Tigers: 2023 Week 12 Recap

Quick answer

SMU Mustangs defeated Memphis Tigers 38–34 in Week 12, 2023. Final score: SMU Mustangs 38, Memphis Tigers 34.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
SMU Mustangs	6	6	12	9	38
Memphis Tigers	9	3	6	12	34

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Preston Stone (SMU) — 276.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.71 EPA/play +17.02 EPA
• Seth Henigan (Memphis) — 388.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.27 EPA/play +13.74 EPA

Rushing

• LJ Johnson Jr. (SMU) — 115.0 yds · 1 TD +0.22 EPA
• Blake Watson (Memphis) — 37.0 yds · 1 TD -0.14 EPA
• Camar Wheaton (SMU) — 51.0 yds +0.03 EPA

Receiving

• Roc Taylor (Memphis) — 8 rec · 146.0 yds +2.03 EPA
• Demeer Blankumsee (Memphis) — 7 rec · 106.0 yds +0.76 EPA
• Tauskie Dove (Memphis) — 5 rec · 53.0 yds +0.51 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Preston Stone	SMU	24	62.5%	276	2	+0.71	+17.02
Seth Henigan	Memphis	51	64.7%	388	2	+0.27	+13.74

Team EPA comparison

Stat	SMU	Memphis
Plays	66	72
EPA / play	+0.322	+0.211
Total EPA	+21.28	+15.16
Success rate	54.5%	45.8%
Pass EPA / play	+0.709	+0.270
Rush EPA / play	+0.101	+0.067
Yards	450	451

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Memphis	3	30	-3.93	Fumble
Q1	SMU	4	48	+3.90	Pass TD
Q1	Memphis	10	46	+0.35	Field goal
Q1	SMU	4	22	-1.49	Punt
Q1	Memphis	10	79	+6.53	Pass TD
Q1	SMU	5	34	-0.17	Punt
Q2	Memphis	3	5	-2.58	Punt
Q2	SMU	13	70	+5.51	Rush TD
Q2	Memphis	10	47	-0.18	Field goal
Q2	SMU	2	9	-0.74	Ended
Q3	SMU	13	80	+6.57	Rush TD
Q3	Memphis	10	85	+7.86	Rush TD
Q3	SMU	4	75	+5.85	Rush TD
Q3	Memphis	8	61	+4.78	Rush TD
Q4	SMU	5	60	+0.90	Field goal
Q4	Memphis	3	0	-2.97	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · SMU Mustangs · Preston Stone pass to RJ Maryland for a touchdown (43 yards) (+6.86 EPA)
2. Q1 · Memphis Tigers · Fumble (-5.21 EPA)
3. Q4 · Memphis Tigers · Seth Henigan pass to Demeer Blankumsee for a touchdown (20 yards) (+4.79 EPA)
4. Q3 · SMU Mustangs · Preston Stone pass to Jake Bailey for 24 yards (3rd & 12) (+3.92 EPA)
5. Q3 · Memphis Tigers · Seth Henigan rushes for 1 yard (4th & 1) (+3.65 EPA)
6. Q2 · Memphis Tigers · Seth Henigan pass to Koby Drake for 18 yards (4th & 7) (+3.6 EPA)
7. Q1 · Memphis Tigers · Seth Henigan pass to Demeer Blankumsee for a touchdown (27 yards) (+3.46 EPA)
8. Q3 · Memphis Tigers · Seth Henigan pass to Roc Taylor for 34 yards (3rd & 6) (+3.29 EPA)

Key takeaways

• SMU Mustangs controlled the final (38–34) in Week 12.
• Passing edge: Preston Stone (SMU) — 276.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: SMU at 0.322 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 Memphis Tigers?

SMU Mustangs 38, Memphis Tigers 34 in Week 12 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won SMU Mustangs vs Memphis Tigers?

SMU Mustangs won with a final score of 38–34.

Where can I find the SMU Mustangs vs Memphis Tigers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401531431.

Who led SMU Mustangs vs Memphis Tigers in passing?

Preston Stone (SMU) led passers with 276.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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