UAB Blazers vs. Georgia Southern Eagles: 2023 Week 2 Recap

Quick answer

Georgia Southern Eagles defeated UAB Blazers 49–35 in Week 2, 2023. Final score: UAB Blazers 35, Georgia Southern Eagles 49.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
UAB Blazers	0	18	6	6	35
Georgia Southern Eagles	12	12	6	12	49

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Jacob Zeno (UAB) — 383.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.72 EPA/play +30.88 EPA
• Davis Brin (Georgia Southern) — 308.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.09 EPA/play +4.15 EPA
• OJ Arnold (Georgia Southern) — 26.0 yds · 1 TD · +3.09 EPA/play +3.09 EPA

Rushing

• Jermaine Brown Jr. (UAB) — 34.0 yds · 1 TD -0.88 EPA
• Jalen White (Georgia Southern) — 40.0 yds · 1 TD +0.10 EPA
• Isaiah Jacobs (UAB) — 47.0 yds · 1 TD +0.31 EPA

Receiving

• Derwin Burgess Jr. (Georgia Southern) — 7 rec · 75.0 yds +0.14 EPA
• Khaleb Hood (Georgia Southern) — 8 rec · 70.0 yds +0.41 EPA
• Jjay Mcafee (Georgia Southern) — 8 rec · 50.0 yds +0.36 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Jacob Zeno	UAB	43	76.7%	383	2	+0.72	+30.88
Davis Brin	Georgia Southern	46	78.3%	308	2	+0.09	+4.15
OJ Arnold	Georgia Southern	1	100.0%	26	1	+3.09	+3.09

Team EPA comparison

Stat	UAB	Georgia Southern
Plays	70	72
EPA / play	+0.281	+0.194
Total EPA	+19.69	+13.96
Success rate	48.6%	55.6%
Pass EPA / play	+0.718	+0.154
Rush EPA / play	-0.415	+0.269
Yards	478	455

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	UAB	1	-6	-5.39	Fumble
Q1	Georgia Southern	4	19	+2.45	Pass TD
Q1	UAB	5	20	-4.09	Ended
Q1	Georgia Southern	2	5	-6.56	Interception
Q1	UAB	4	24	-1.76	Missed FG
Q1	Georgia Southern	13	80	+5.97	Rush TD
Q1	UAB	9	75	+6.72	Rush TD
Q2	Georgia Southern	10	82	+6.81	Pass TD
Q2	UAB	11	85	+7.88	Pass TD
Q2	Georgia Southern	3	6	-1.51	Punt
Q2	UAB	7	49	+4.78	Rush TD
Q2	Georgia Southern	4	77	+6.17	Rush TD
Q2	UAB	3	7	-0.48	Punt
Q3	Georgia Southern	12	90	+7.63	Pass TD
Q3	UAB	9	63	+6.11	Pass TD
Q3	Georgia Southern	7	33	-3.88	Fumble

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Georgia Southern Eagles · Davis Brin pass intercepted (-6.56 EPA)
2. Q4 · UAB Blazers · Jacob Zeno pass to Fred Farrier II for 67 yards (1st & 10) (+5.44 EPA)
3. Q1 · UAB Blazers · Fumble (-5.38 EPA)
4. Q2 · Georgia Southern Eagles · OJ Arnold rushes 39 yards for a touchdown (+5.1 EPA)
5. Q3 · Georgia Southern Eagles · Fumble (-4.51 EPA)
6. Q4 · UAB Blazers · Fumble (-3.96 EPA)
7. Q2 · UAB Blazers · Jacob Zeno pass to Tejhaun Palmer for 29 yards (3rd & 12) (+3.89 EPA)
8. Q1 · UAB Blazers · Jermaine Brown Jr. rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-3.38 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Georgia Southern Eagles controlled the final (49–35) in Week 2.
• Passing edge: Jacob Zeno (UAB) — 383.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: UAB at 0.281 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 UAB Blazers vs Georgia Southern Eagles?

UAB Blazers 35, Georgia Southern Eagles 49 in Week 2 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won UAB Blazers vs Georgia Southern Eagles?

Georgia Southern Eagles won with a final score of 35–49.

Where can I find the UAB Blazers vs Georgia Southern Eagles box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401531378.

Who led UAB Blazers vs Georgia Southern Eagles in passing?

Jacob Zeno (UAB) led passers with 383.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for UAB Blazers at Georgia Southern Eagles in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.