Quick answer
Western Carolina Catamounts defeated Samford Bulldogs 30–7 in Week 2, 2023. Final score: Samford Bulldogs 7, Western Carolina Catamounts 30.
Game summary
Western Carolina Catamounts rolled past Samford Bulldogs 30–7 in Week 2 of the 2023 season.
- Scoring: 4 touchdowns, 2 field goals across 6 plays.
- Passing leader: Cole Gonzales (Western Carolina) — 194.0 pass yds, 2 TD, +0.33 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Desmond Reid — 144.0 yds, 1 TD.
- Receiving leader: Chandler Smith — 4 rec, 41.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Western Carolina (+0.057/play) vs Samford (-0.096/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Samford Bulldogs | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
 Western Carolina Catamounts | 6 | 9 | 3 | 6 | 30 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
SAMSamford BulldogsMichael Hiers pass to Michael Vice for a touchdown (8 yards)
Cole Gonzales pass to AJ Colombo for a touchdown (21 yards)
Cole Gonzales pass to Censere Lee for a touchdown (6 yards)
Field goal good from 23 yards
Field goal good from 18 yards
Desmond Reid rushes 2 yards for a touchdown
WCUWestern Carolina CatamountsFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Samford
Q1TD MVMichael VicePoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-0
Michael Hiers pass to Michael Vice for a touchdown (8 yards)
- Western Carolina
Q1TD ACAJ ColomboPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-6
Cole Gonzales pass to AJ Colombo for a touchdown (21 yards)
- Western Carolina
Q2TD CLCensere LeePoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-12
Cole Gonzales pass to Censere Lee for a touchdown (6 yards)
- Western Carolina
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 6
- Score
- 6-15
Field goal good from 23 yards
- Western Carolina
Q3FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 1
- Score
- 6-18
Field goal good from 18 yards
- Western Carolina
Q4TD DRDesmond ReidPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-24
Desmond Reid rushes 2 yards for a touchdown
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Cole Gonzales (Western Carolina) — 194.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.33 EPA/play +8.90 EPA
- Michael Hiers (Samford) — 245.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.28 EPA/play +5.95 EPA
- incomplete (Western Carolina) — 0.0 yds · -0.69 EPA/play -0.70 EPA
Rushing
- Desmond Reid (Western Carolina) — 144.0 yds · 1 TD +0.16 EPA
- Cole Gonzales (Western Carolina) — 62.0 yds -0.92 EPA
- Jay Stanton (Samford) — 26.0 yds +0.02 EPA
Receiving
- Chandler Smith (Samford) — 4 rec · 41.0 yds -0.63 EPA
- AJ Colombo (Western Carolina) — 5 rec · 79.0 yds +0.99 EPA
- Corey Washington (Western Carolina) — 5 rec · 21.0 yds -0.10 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cole Gonzales | Western Carolina | 27 | 77.8% | 194 | 2 | +0.33 | +8.90 |
| Michael Hiers | Samford | 21 | 71.4% | 245 | 1 | +0.28 | +5.95 |
| incomplete | Western Carolina | 1 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | -0.69 | -0.70 |
| incomplete | Samford | 9 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | -0.68 | -6.08 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Samford | Western Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 38 | 66 |
| EPA / play | -0.096 | +0.057 |
| Total EPA | -3.66 | +3.75 |
| Success rate | 44.7% | 68.2% |
| Pass EPA / play | -0.004 | +0.293 |
| Rush EPA / play | -0.442 | -0.117 |
| Yards | 294 | 448 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Western Carolina | 12 | 79 | +4.43 | Ended |
| Q1 | Samford | 6 | 89 | +5.96 | Ended |
| Q1 | Western Carolina | 9 | 55 | +3.32 | Ended |
| Q1 | Samford | 3 | 7 | -2.51 | Ended |
| Q1 | Western Carolina | 1 | -2 | -9.37 | Ended |
| Q1 | Samford | 1 | 8 | +1.79 | Pass TD |
| Q1 | Western Carolina | 1 | 21 | +2.91 | Pass TD |
| Q1 | Western Carolina | 7 | 52 | +2.03 | Ended |
| Q2 | Samford | 10 | 87 | 0.00 | Ended |
| Q2 | Western Carolina | 13 | 69 | 0.00 | Ended |
| Q2 | Samford | 5 | 33 | 0.00 | Ended |
| Q2 | Western Carolina | 3 | 27 | +2.27 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Samford | 1 | 16 | -3.69 | Fumble |
| Q2 | Western Carolina | 4 | 12 | -2.42 | Punt |
| Q2 | Samford | 1 | 0 | -3.94 | Ended |
| Q2 | Western Carolina | 0 | 0 | — | Field goal |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q1 · Western Carolina Catamounts · Cole Gonzales rushes for a loss of 2 yards (4th & 1) (-9.37 EPA)
- Q2 · Western Carolina Catamounts · Punt (-4.91 EPA)
- Q1 · Samford Bulldogs · Michael Hiers pass to Ty King for 37 yards (3rd & 9) (+4.8 EPA)
- Q2 · Samford Bulldogs · incomplete to Chandler Smith — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (-3.94 EPA)
- Q1 · Western Carolina Catamounts · Kickoff (+3.82 EPA)
- Q4 · Samford Bulldogs · Punt (-3.74 EPA)
- Q2 · Samford Bulldogs · Fumble (-3.69 EPA)
- Q3 · Samford Bulldogs · Punt (-3.36 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Western Carolina Catamounts controlled the final (30–7) in Week 2.
- Passing edge: Cole Gonzales (Western Carolina) — 194.0 yds, 2 TD.
- EPA edge: Western Carolina at 0.057 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 Samford Bulldogs vs Western Carolina Catamounts?
Samford Bulldogs 7, Western Carolina Catamounts 30 in Week 2 of the 2023 college football season.
Who won Samford Bulldogs vs Western Carolina Catamounts?
Western Carolina Catamounts won with a final score of 7–30.
Where can I find the Samford Bulldogs vs Western Carolina Catamounts box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540625.
Who led Samford Bulldogs vs Western Carolina Catamounts in passing?
Cole Gonzales (Western Carolina) led passers with 194.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Samford Bulldogs at Western Carolina Catamounts in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Samford Bulldogs
Now 0-1 L
Western Carolina Catamounts
Entered 0-1 Now 1-1 W
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