Colgate Raiders vs. Villanova Wildcats: 2023 Week 2 Recap

Quick answer

Villanova Wildcats defeated Colgate Raiders 42–19 in Week 2, 2023. Final score: Colgate Raiders 19, Villanova Wildcats 42.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Colgate Raiders	3	6	3	6	19
Villanova Wildcats	12	12	6	6	42

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Connor Watkins (Villanova) — 238.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.85 EPA/play +11.08 EPA
• Michael Brescia (Colgate) — 188.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.01 EPA/play +0.25 EPA

Rushing

• Jalen Jackson (Villanova) — 51.0 yds · 1 TD -0.04 EPA
• Jaedon Henry (Colgate) — 15.0 yds -0.51 EPA
• Michael Brescia (Colgate) — 52.0 yds · 1 TD +0.27 EPA

Receiving

• Treyvhon Saunders (Colgate) — 6 rec · 132.0 yds +2.24 EPA
• Jaedon Henry (Colgate) — 3 rec · 24.0 yds +0.35 EPA
• Jaylan Sanchez (Villanova) — 1 rec · 128.0 yds +4.28 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Connor Watkins	Villanova	13	46.2%	238	2	+0.85	+11.08
Michael Brescia	Colgate	31	45.2%	188	1	+0.01	+0.25

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Colgate	Villanova
Plays	59	50
EPA / play	-0.148	+0.395
Total EPA	-8.76	+19.73
Success rate	25.4%	42.0%
Pass EPA / play	+0.008	+0.852
Rush EPA / play	-0.322	+0.234
Yards	245	400

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Colgate	5	20	-1.68	Punt
Q1	Villanova	7	61	+4.87	Rush TD
Q1	Colgate	7	71	+2.45	Field goal
Q1	Villanova	6	18	+1.62	Rush TD
Q1	Colgate	15	60	+1.39	Pass TD
Q2	Villanova	7	68	+4.29	Rush TD
Q2	Colgate	3	5	-1.40	Punt
Q2	Villanova	1	67	+5.49	Pass TD
Q2	Colgate	4	12	-0.45	Punt
Q2	Villanova	3	5	-0.35	Punt
Q2	Colgate	2	5	-1.56	Interception
Q2	Villanova	1	0	0.00	Ended
Q3	Villanova	3	67	+3.47	Pass TD
Q3	Colgate	3	0	-2.91	Punt
Q3	Villanova	3	16	-1.26	Punt
Q3	Colgate	12	33	-5.11	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Villanova Wildcats · Fumble (+5.67 EPA)
2. Q2 · Villanova Wildcats · Connor Watkins pass to Rayjuon Pringle for a touchdown (67 yards) (+5.49 EPA)
3. Q2 · Colgate Raiders · Penalty (4th & 28) (+5.08 EPA)
4. Q2 · Colgate Raiders · Michael Brescia pass to Treyvhon Saunders for a touchdown (23 yards) (+4.34 EPA)
5. Q1 · Colgate Raiders · Michael Brescia pass to Treyvhon Saunders for 54 yards (1st & 10) (+3.81 EPA)
6. Q4 · Colgate Raiders · Michael Brescia pass to Brady Hutchison for 40 yards (2nd & 8) (+3.74 EPA)
7. Q3 · Villanova Wildcats · Connor Watkins rushes for 17 yards (3rd & 15) (+3.6 EPA)
8. Q3 · Colgate Raiders · Michael Brescia pass to Treyvhon Saunders for 19 yards (3rd & 10) (+3.37 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Villanova Wildcats controlled the final (42–19) in Week 2.
• Passing edge: Connor Watkins (Villanova) — 238.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Villanova at 0.395 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 Colgate Raiders vs Villanova Wildcats?

Colgate Raiders 19, Villanova Wildcats 42 in Week 2 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Colgate Raiders vs Villanova Wildcats?

Villanova Wildcats won with a final score of 19–42.

Where can I find the Colgate Raiders vs Villanova Wildcats box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540605.

Who led Colgate Raiders vs Villanova Wildcats in passing?

Connor Watkins (Villanova) led passers with 238.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Colgate Raiders at Villanova Wildcats in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.