New Mexico State Aggies vs. Liberty Flames: 2023 Week 2 Recap

Quick answer

Liberty Flames defeated New Mexico State Aggies 33–17 in Week 2, 2023. Final score: New Mexico State Aggies 17, Liberty Flames 33.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
New Mexico State Aggies	6	9	0	0	17
Liberty Flames	6	15	9	0	33

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Kaidon Salter (Liberty) — 276.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.61 EPA/play +15.37 EPA
• Diego Pavia (New Mexico State) — 142.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.02 EPA/play +0.45 EPA
• Eli Stowers (New Mexico State) — 19.0 yds · -0.67 EPA/play -3.36 EPA

Rushing

• Quinton Cooley (Liberty) — 106.0 yds +0.21 EPA
• Billy Lucas (Liberty) — 89.0 yds +0.36 EPA
• Kaidon Salter (Liberty) — 43.0 yds · 2 TD -0.17 EPA

Receiving

• CJ Daniels (Liberty) — 4 rec · 129.0 yds +2.59 EPA
• Treon Sibley (Liberty) — 4 rec · 43.0 yds +1.17 EPA
• Chris Bellamy (New Mexico State) — 2 rec · 74.0 yds +2.05 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Kaidon Salter	Liberty	25	60.0%	276	2	+0.61	+15.37
Diego Pavia	New Mexico State	22	45.5%	142	1	+0.02	+0.45
Eli Stowers	New Mexico State	5	40.0%	19	0	-0.67	-3.36

Team EPA comparison

Stat	New Mexico State	Liberty
Plays	49	76
EPA / play	+0.123	+0.224
Total EPA	+6.04	+17.05
Success rate	42.9%	53.9%
Pass EPA / play	-0.108	+0.615
Rush EPA / play	+0.407	+0.033
Yards	334	527

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	New Mexico State	6	75	+6.17	Rush TD
Q1	Liberty	8	56	-1.24	Fumble
Q1	New Mexico State	3	7	-2.14	Punt
Q1	Liberty	6	71	+5.96	Pass TD
Q1	New Mexico State	9	64	+3.18	Field goal
Q2	Liberty	8	75	+5.92	Rush TD
Q2	New Mexico State	6	75	+5.97	Pass TD
Q2	Liberty	7	80	+6.68	Pass TD
Q2	New Mexico State	1	0	-2.27	Interception
Q2	Liberty	9	80	+1.74	Field goal
Q2	New Mexico State	1	0	0.00	Ended
Q3	Liberty	17	72	+3.74	Rush TD
Q3	New Mexico State	3	12	+0.80	Ended
Q3	Liberty	6	26	-1.45	Field goal
Q3	New Mexico State	3	2	-2.90	Punt
Q3	Liberty	4	14	-2.35	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Liberty Flames · Kaidon Salter pass to CJ Daniels for 60 yards (3rd & 6) (+5.94 EPA)
2. Q1 · Liberty Flames · Fumble (-5.53 EPA)
3. Q4 · Liberty Flames · Punt (-4.69 EPA)
4. Q1 · New Mexico State Aggies · Diego Pavia pass to Jordan Smith for 29 yards (3rd & 20) (+4.65 EPA)
5. Q2 · New Mexico State Aggies · Diego Pavia pass to Chris Bellamy for 52 yards (3rd & 4) (+4.05 EPA)
6. Q2 · New Mexico State Aggies · Diego Pavia pass to Trent Hudson for a touchdown (13 yards) (+3.88 EPA)
7. Q2 · Liberty Flames · Kaidon Salter pass to Bentley Hanshaw for a touchdown (24 yards) (+3.85 EPA)
8. Q4 · New Mexico State Aggies · Diego Pavia pass intercepted (-3.78 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Liberty Flames controlled the final (33–17) in Week 2.
• Passing edge: Kaidon Salter (Liberty) — 276.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Liberty at 0.224 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 New Mexico State Aggies vs Liberty Flames?

New Mexico State Aggies 17, Liberty Flames 33 in Week 2 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won New Mexico State Aggies vs Liberty Flames?

Liberty Flames won with a final score of 17–33.

Where can I find the New Mexico State Aggies vs Liberty Flames box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401520198.

Who led New Mexico State Aggies vs Liberty Flames in passing?

Kaidon Salter (Liberty) led passers with 276.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for New Mexico State Aggies at Liberty Flames in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.