VMI Keydets vs. Bucknell Bison: 2023 Week 2 Recap

Quick answer

Bucknell Bison defeated VMI Keydets 21–13 in Week 2, 2023. Final score: VMI Keydets 13, Bucknell Bison 21.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
VMI Keydets	0	0	0	12	13
Bucknell Bison	6	0	0	12	21

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Collin Ironside (VMI) — 133.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.68 EPA/play +10.20 EPA
• Ralph Rucker (Bucknell) — 92.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.43 EPA/play +5.16 EPA
• Isaiah Lemmond (VMI) — 0.0 yds · -0.37 EPA/play -0.37 EPA

Rushing

• Rushawn Baker (Bucknell) — 25.0 yds · 1 TD -0.02 EPA
• Rashad Raymond (VMI) — 24.0 yds -0.33 EPA
• Hunter Rice (VMI) — 38.0 yds +0.47 EPA

Receiving

• Aidan Twombly (VMI) — 4 rec · 66.0 yds +0.35 EPA
• Damian Harris (Bucknell) — 3 rec · 49.0 yds +0.47 EPA
• Chance Knox (VMI) — 3 rec · 48.0 yds +1.33 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Collin Ironside	VMI	15	73.3%	133	2	+0.68	+10.20
Ralph Rucker	Bucknell	12	66.7%	92	2	+0.43	+5.16
Isaiah Lemmond	VMI	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.37	-0.37
incomplete	VMI	3	0.0%	0	0	-0.82	-2.46
incomplete	Bucknell	5	0.0%	0	0	-0.95	-4.74

Team EPA comparison

Stat	VMI	Bucknell
Plays	35	33
EPA / play	+0.159	-0.064
Total EPA	+5.58	-2.11
Success rate	34.3%	48.5%
Pass EPA / play	+0.388	+0.025
Rush EPA / play	-0.112	-0.158
Yards	200	141

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Bucknell	1	5	+0.05	Ended
Q1	VMI	6	39	+0.88	Punt
Q1	Bucknell	1	18	+2.60	Pass TD
Q1	VMI	2	7	0.00	Punt
Q2	Bucknell	4	9	0.00	Ended
Q2	VMI	3	0	0.00	Ended
Q2	Bucknell	4	47	0.00	Ended
Q2	VMI	2	5	0.00	Ended
Q2	Bucknell	2	-1	-2.79	Punt
Q2	VMI	4	35	+0.65	Punt
Q2	Bucknell	5	18	-1.10	Punt
Q2	Bucknell	2	6	-0.78	Punt
Q2	VMI	8	54	+0.98	Missed FG
Q3	VMI	5	14	-2.23	Punt
Q3	Bucknell	4	12	-0.07	Fumble
Q4	VMI	2	1	-2.28	Missed FG

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · VMI Keydets · Fumble (-9.26 EPA)
2. Q3 · Bucknell Bison · Fumble (-7.47 EPA)
3. Q4 · VMI Keydets · Collin Ironside pass to VJ Johnson for a touchdown (18 yards) (+5.0 EPA)
4. Q1 · VMI Keydets · Punt (-4.55 EPA)
5. Q4 · Bucknell Bison · Kickoff (+3.63 EPA)
6. Q4 · VMI Keydets · Kickoff (+3.48 EPA)
7. Q4 · VMI Keydets · Field goal missed (-3.35 EPA)
8. Q2 · VMI Keydets · Collin Ironside pass to Chance Knox for 30 yards (2nd & 9) (+3.33 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Bucknell Bison controlled the final (21–13) in Week 2.
• Passing edge: Collin Ironside (VMI) — 133.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: VMI at 0.159 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 VMI Keydets vs Bucknell Bison?

VMI Keydets 13, Bucknell Bison 21 in Week 2 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won VMI Keydets vs Bucknell Bison?

Bucknell Bison won with a final score of 13–21.

Where can I find the VMI Keydets vs Bucknell Bison box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540047.

Who led VMI Keydets vs Bucknell Bison in passing?

Collin Ironside (VMI) led passers with 133.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for VMI Keydets at Bucknell Bison in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.