UT Martin Skyhawks vs. Samford Bulldogs: 2023 Week 12 Recap

Quick answer

Samford Bulldogs defeated UT Martin Skyhawks 27–17 in Week 12, 2023. Final score: UT Martin Skyhawks 17, Samford Bulldogs 27.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
UT Martin Skyhawks	9	0	0	6	17
Samford Bulldogs	9	6	0	3	27

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Kinkead Dent (UT Martin) — 289.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.10 EPA/play -3.96 EPA
• Michael Hiers (Samford) — 186.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.19 EPA/play -6.32 EPA
• Quincy Crittendon (Samford) — 0.0 yds · -1.39 EPA/play -8.35 EPA

Rushing

• Sam Franklin (UT Martin) — 160.0 yds · 1 TD +0.03 EPA
• Jay Stanton (Samford) — 193.0 yds · 1 TD +0.52 EPA
• Damonta Witherspoon (Samford) — 54.0 yds +0.05 EPA

Receiving

• Chandler Smith (Samford) — 8 rec · 86.0 yds +0.80 EPA
• DJ Nelson (UT Martin) — 4 rec · 70.0 yds +0.35 EPA
• Trevonte Rucker (UT Martin) — 5 rec · 58.0 yds +2.34 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Kinkead Dent	UT Martin	38	55.3%	289	1	-0.10	-3.96
Michael Hiers	Samford	33	63.6%	186	1	-0.19	-6.32
Quincy Crittendon	Samford	6	16.7%	0	0	-1.39	-8.35

Team EPA comparison

Stat	UT Martin	Samford
Plays	68	71
EPA / play	-0.090	-0.166
Total EPA	-6.11	-11.80
Success rate	38.2%	36.6%
Pass EPA / play	-0.104	-0.376
Rush EPA / play	-0.072	+0.090
Yards	471	438

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Samford	9	36	-3.61	Field goal
Q1	UT Martin	5	14	-2.05	Punt
Q1	Samford	4	14	-2.15	Punt
Q1	UT Martin	2	65	+5.26	Rush TD
Q1	Samford	6	24	-0.73	Punt
Q1	UT Martin	8	42	-1.29	Field goal
Q1	Samford	3	52	+4.30	Pass TD
Q1	UT Martin	3	3	-2.84	Punt
Q2	UT Martin	3	10	-1.52	Punt
Q2	Samford	5	10	-5.53	Ended
Q2	UT Martin	1	0	-2.69	Interception
Q2	Samford	3	93	+6.34	Rush TD
Q2	UT Martin	3	6	-1.77	Punt
Q2	Samford	5	13	-1.88	Punt
Q2	UT Martin	6	55	-1.79	Interception
Q2	Samford	7	49	-1.94	Missed FG

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · UT Martin Skyhawks · Sam Franklin rushes 70 yards for a touchdown (+6.92 EPA)
2. Q2 · Samford Bulldogs · Jay Stanton rushes 61 yards for a touchdown (+4.49 EPA)
3. Q4 · UT Martin Skyhawks · Kinkead Dent pass to DJ Nelson for a touchdown (33 yards) (+4.34 EPA)
4. Q3 · UT Martin Skyhawks · Kinkead Dent pass to Trevonte Rucker for 9 yards (4th & 6) (+4.07 EPA)
5. Q3 · UT Martin Skyhawks · Fumble (-4.03 EPA)
6. Q2 · Samford Bulldogs · Michael Hiers sacked for a loss of 4 yards (3rd & 3) (-3.77 EPA)
7. Q1 · UT Martin Skyhawks · Punt (-3.67 EPA)
8. Q2 · UT Martin Skyhawks · Kinkead Dent pass intercepted (-3.23 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Samford Bulldogs controlled the final (27–17) in Week 12.
• Passing edge: Kinkead Dent (UT Martin) — 289.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: UT Martin at -0.09 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 UT Martin Skyhawks vs Samford Bulldogs?

UT Martin Skyhawks 17, Samford Bulldogs 27 in Week 12 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won UT Martin Skyhawks vs Samford Bulldogs?

Samford Bulldogs won with a final score of 17–27.

Where can I find the UT Martin Skyhawks vs Samford Bulldogs box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540543.

Who led UT Martin Skyhawks vs Samford Bulldogs in passing?

Kinkead Dent (UT Martin) led passers with 289.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for UT Martin Skyhawks at Samford Bulldogs in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.