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Eastern Washington Eagles vs. Fresno State Bulldogs: 2023 Week 2 Recap

Bulldogs defeat Eagles 34–31 in Week 2

Justice Jackson paced the box score as Bulldogs closed out a 31–34 Week 2 finish.

Eastern Washington Eagles 31 0-2
Final 31–34
Fresno State Bulldogs 34 3-0 Winner
Winner
Fresno State Bulldogs
Final score
31–34
Halftime
Eastern Washington Eagles 3–12 Fresno State Bulldogs
Top passer
Michael Wortham
FantasyHQ MVP
Justice Jackson

Top CFB performers · Eagles

  • Michael Wortham 19.0 yds · +0.34 EPA/play +1.0 EPA
  • Tuna Altahir 43.0 yds -6.7 EPA
  • Justice Jackson 79.0 yds · 1 TD +4.5 EPA

Top CFB performers · Bulldogs

  • Mikey Keene 206.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.13 EPA/play -5.1 EPA
  • Elijah Gilliam 86.0 yds · 2 TD +0.8 EPA
  • Jaelen Gill 4.0 yds -2.1 EPA

Quick answer

Fresno State Bulldogs defeated Eastern Washington Eagles 34–31 in Week 2, 2023. Final score: Eastern Washington Eagles 31, Fresno State Bulldogs 34.

Game summary

Fresno State Bulldogs edged Eastern Washington Eagles 34–31 in Week 2 of the 2023 season.

  • Scoring: 8 touchdowns, 3 field goals across 11 plays.
  • Passing leader: Michael Wortham (Eastern Washington) — 19.0 pass yds, +0.34 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Elijah Gilliam — 86.0 yds, 2 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Efton Chism III — 9 rec, 71.0 yds.
  • EPA edge: Eastern Washington (-0.032/play) vs Fresno State (-0.096/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4OTFinal
Eastern Washington Eagles30126631
Fresno State Bulldogs6663934

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

EWUEastern Washington Eagles
FRESFresno State Bulldogs

FantasyHQ CFB Analytics

Scoring timeline

11 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. Fresno State
    Q1TD
    EGElijah Gilliam

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-6

    Elijah Gilliam rushes 5 yards for a touchdown

  2. Eastern Washington
    Q1FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 6
    Score
    3-6

    Field goal good from 23 yards

  3. Fresno State
    Q2TD
    JBJake Boust

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    3-12

    Mikey Keene pass to Jake Boust for a touchdown (6 yards)

  4. Eastern Washington
    Q3TD
    MWMichael Wortham

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    9-12

    Michael Wortham rushes 12 yards for a touchdown

  5. Fresno State
    Q3TD
    EBErik Brooks

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    9-18

    Mikey Keene pass to Erik Brooks for a touchdown (29 yards)

  6. Eastern Washington
    Q3TD
    ECEfton Chism III

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    15-18

    Kekoa Visperas pass to Efton Chism III for a touchdown (2 yards)

  7. Eastern Washington
    Q4TD
    JJJustice Jackson

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    21-18

    Justice Jackson rushes 33 yards for a touchdown

  8. Fresno State
    Q4FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 27
    Score
    21-21

    Field goal good from 44 yards

  9. Eastern Washington
    OTTD
    ASAnthony Stell Jr.

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    27-21

    Kekoa Visperas pass to Anthony Stell Jr. for a touchdown (1 yard)

  10. Fresno State
    OTTD
    EGElijah Gilliam

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    27-27

    Elijah Gilliam rushes 1 yard for a touchdown

  11. Fresno State
    OTFG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 8
    Score
    27-30

    Field goal good from 25 yards

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Michael Wortham (Eastern Washington) — 19.0 yds · +0.34 EPA/play +1.01 EPA
  • Kekoa Visperas (Eastern Washington) — 196.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.05 EPA/play -1.91 EPA
  • Mikey Keene (Fresno State) — 206.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.13 EPA/play -5.13 EPA

Rushing

  • Elijah Gilliam (Fresno State) — 86.0 yds · 2 TD +0.04 EPA
  • Tuna Altahir (Eastern Washington) — 43.0 yds -0.45 EPA
  • Justice Jackson (Eastern Washington) — 79.0 yds · 1 TD +0.50 EPA

Receiving

  • Efton Chism III (Eastern Washington) — 9 rec · 71.0 yds +0.60 EPA
  • Erik Brooks (Fresno State) — 8 rec · 95.0 yds +0.93 EPA
  • Anthony Stell Jr. (Eastern Washington) — 7 rec · 77.0 yds +1.47 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Michael WorthamEastern Washington366.7%190+0.34+1.01
Kekoa VisperasEastern Washington4257.1%1962-0.05-1.91
Mikey KeeneFresno State4153.7%2062-0.13-5.13
Tuna AltahirEastern Washington1100.0%140

Team EPA comparison

StatEastern WashingtonFresno State
Plays8272
EPA / play-0.032-0.096
Total EPA-2.47-6.22
Success rate37.8%38.9%
Pass EPA / play-0.020-0.132
Rush EPA / play-0.046-0.042
Yards381352

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q1Eastern Washington517-4.34Ended
Q1Fresno State342+3.50Rush TD
Q1Eastern Washington1995+5.28Field goal
Q1Fresno State512-2.62Punt
Q1Eastern Washington2-7-5.92Fumble
Q2Fresno State420+2.26Pass TD
Q2Eastern Washington32-2.77Punt
Q2Fresno State514-1.97Punt
Q2Eastern Washington37-1.28Punt
Q2Fresno State522-1.42Punt
Q2Eastern Washington35-1.60Punt
Q2Fresno State34-1.74Punt
Q2Eastern Washington724-0.16Punt
Q2Fresno State527+0.53Ended
Q3Fresno State35-2.63Punt
Q3Eastern Washington762+5.64Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q4 · Eastern Washington Eagles · Justice Jackson rushes 33 yards for a touchdown (+5.89 EPA)
  2. Q1 · Eastern Washington Eagles · Kekoa Visperas pass to Nolan Ulm for 24 yards (3rd & 19) (+4.59 EPA)
  3. Q2 · Eastern Washington Eagles · Fumble (-4.42 EPA)
  4. Q3 · Fresno State Bulldogs · Mikey Keene pass intercepted (-4.28 EPA)
  5. Q1 · Eastern Washington Eagles · Tuna Altahir rushes for a loss of 3 yards (4th & 1) (-3.64 EPA)
  6. Q4 · Eastern Washington Eagles · Kekoa Visperas pass to Anthony Stell Jr. for 15 yards (3rd & 14) (+3.37 EPA)
  7. Q4 · Eastern Washington Eagles · Kekoa Visperas pass to Anthony Stell Jr. for 21 yards (3rd & 8) (+3.17 EPA)
  8. Q1 · Eastern Washington Eagles · Tuna Altahir rushes for 15 yards (4th & 1) (+3.17 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • Fresno State Bulldogs controlled the final (34–31) in Week 2.
  • Passing edge: Michael Wortham (Eastern Washington) — 19.0 yds.
  • EPA edge: Eastern Washington at -0.032 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 Eastern Washington Eagles vs Fresno State Bulldogs?

Eastern Washington Eagles 31, Fresno State Bulldogs 34 in Week 2 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Eastern Washington Eagles vs Fresno State Bulldogs?

Fresno State Bulldogs won with a final score of 31–34.

Where can I find the Eastern Washington Eagles vs Fresno State Bulldogs box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401532574.

Who led Eastern Washington Eagles vs Fresno State Bulldogs in passing?

Michael Wortham (Eastern Washington) led passers with 19.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Eastern Washington Eagles at Fresno State Bulldogs in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Season records after this game

Eastern Washington Eagles

Entered 0-1 Now 0-2 L

Fresno State Bulldogs

Entered 2-0 Now 3-0 W