Villanova Wildcats vs. South Dakota State Jackrabbits: 2023 Week 15 Recap

Quick answer

South Dakota State Jackrabbits defeated Villanova Wildcats 23–12 in Week 15, 2023. Final score: Villanova Wildcats 12, South Dakota State Jackrabbits 23.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Villanova Wildcats	0	15	0	3	12
South Dakota State Jackrabbits	3	0	6	6	23

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Mark Gronowski (South Dakota State) — 85.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.30 EPA/play -5.76 EPA
• Connor Watkins (Villanova) — 68.0 yds · -0.40 EPA/play -7.59 EPA

Rushing

• Isaiah Davis (South Dakota State) — 162.0 yds · 1 TD -0.13 EPA
• Connor Watkins (Villanova) — 56.0 yds -0.02 EPA
• DeeWil Barlee (Villanova) — 22.0 yds -0.55 EPA

Receiving

• Jadon Janke (South Dakota State) — 4 rec · 7.0 yds -0.10 EPA
• Rayjuon Pringle (Villanova) — 2 rec · 29.0 yds +1.03 EPA
• DeeWil Barlee (Villanova) — 2 rec · 28.0 yds +2.34 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Mark Gronowski	South Dakota State	19	47.4%	85	1	-0.30	-5.76
Connor Watkins	Villanova	19	31.6%	68	0	-0.40	-7.59

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Villanova	South Dakota State
Plays	53	51
EPA / play	-0.193	-0.116
Total EPA	-10.25	-5.92
Success rate	28.3%	35.3%
Pass EPA / play	-0.399	-0.303
Rush EPA / play	-0.078	-0.005
Yards	219	295

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Villanova	5	10	-2.76	Punt
Q1	South Dakota State	6	6	-2.83	Field goal
Q1	Villanova	5	21	-1.06	Punt
Q1	South Dakota State	5	8	-3.18	Punt
Q1	Villanova	3	9	-1.16	Punt
Q1	South Dakota State	6	28	-1.11	Punt
Q2	Villanova	3	3	-2.33	Punt
Q2	South Dakota State	3	-1	-2.29	Punt
Q2	Villanova	5	44	+3.73	Rush TD
Q2	South Dakota State	3	5	-1.11	Punt
Q2	Villanova	3	1	-2.27	Touchdown
Q2	Villanova	7	47	+0.32	Field goal
Q2	South Dakota State	4	18	-0.84	Ended
Q3	South Dakota State	4	44	-2.28	Fumble
Q3	Villanova	3	7	-2.28	Punt
Q3	South Dakota State	9	62	+4.84	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Villanova Wildcats · Punt return touchdown (-7.2 EPA)
2. Q4 · South Dakota State Jackrabbits · Isaiah Davis rushes 66 yards for a touchdown (+4.01 EPA)
3. Q1 · South Dakota State Jackrabbits · Mark Gronowski pass to Isaiah Davis for 22 yards (3rd & 10) (+3.4 EPA)
4. Q4 · Villanova Wildcats · Connor Watkins pass intercepted (-3.16 EPA)
5. Q3 · South Dakota State Jackrabbits · Mark Gronowski rushes for 3 yards (4th & 2) (+3.09 EPA)
6. Q3 · South Dakota State Jackrabbits · Fumble (-3.0 EPA)
7. Q2 · Villanova Wildcats · Jalen Jackson rushes 25 yards for a touchdown (+2.95 EPA)
8. Q3 · South Dakota State Jackrabbits · Mark Gronowski pass to Jaxon Janke for a touchdown (20 yards) (+2.68 EPA)

Key takeaways

• South Dakota State Jackrabbits controlled the final (23–12) in Week 15.
• Passing edge: Mark Gronowski (South Dakota State) — 85.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: South Dakota State at -0.116 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 Villanova Wildcats vs South Dakota State Jackrabbits?

Villanova Wildcats 12, South Dakota State Jackrabbits 23 in Week 15 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Villanova Wildcats vs South Dakota State Jackrabbits?

South Dakota State Jackrabbits won with a final score of 12–23.

Where can I find the Villanova Wildcats vs South Dakota State Jackrabbits box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401617307.

Who led Villanova Wildcats vs South Dakota State Jackrabbits in passing?

Mark Gronowski (South Dakota State) led passers with 85.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Villanova Wildcats at South Dakota State Jackrabbits in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.