Alabama Crimson Tide vs. South Florida Bulls: 2023 Week 3 Recap

Quick answer

Alabama Crimson Tide defeated South Florida Bulls 17–3 in Week 3, 2023. Final score: Alabama Crimson Tide 17, South Florida Bulls 3.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Alabama Crimson Tide	0	3	6	6	17
South Florida Bulls	3	0	0	0	3

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Ty Simpson (Alabama) — 41.0 yds · -0.41 EPA/play -5.70 EPA
• Tyler Buchner (Alabama) — 34.0 yds · -0.60 EPA/play -8.42 EPA
• Byrum Brown (South Florida) — 69.0 yds · -0.59 EPA/play -18.90 EPA

Rushing

• Byrum Brown (South Florida) — 110.0 yds -0.14 EPA
• Roydell Williams (Alabama) — 129.0 yds · 1 TD +0.13 EPA
• Nay'Quan Wright (South Florida) — 62.0 yds -0.06 EPA

Receiving

• Isaiah Bond (Alabama) — 4 rec · 42.0 yds +0.15 EPA
• Sean Atkins (South Florida) — 6 rec · 42.0 yds -0.09 EPA
• Naiem Simmons (South Florida) — 3 rec · 20.0 yds -0.59 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Ty Simpson	Alabama	14	35.7%	41	0	-0.41	-5.70
Tyler Buchner	Alabama	14	35.7%	34	0	-0.60	-8.42
Byrum Brown	South Florida	32	43.8%	69	0	-0.59	-18.90

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Alabama	South Florida
Plays	65	74
EPA / play	-0.143	-0.385
Total EPA	-9.33	-28.51
Success rate	38.5%	24.3%
Pass EPA / play	-0.504	-0.591
Rush EPA / play	+0.130	-0.229
Yards	310	264

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Alabama	4	23	-1.50	Punt
Q1	South Florida	3	3	-2.34	Punt
Q1	Alabama	3	6	-2.80	Punt
Q1	South Florida	8	21	-4.58	Field goal
Q1	Alabama	5	15	-1.87	Punt
Q1	South Florida	9	31	-3.81	Ended
Q1	Alabama	6	9	-2.93	Punt
Q2	South Florida	15	57	-2.16	Ended
Q2	Alabama	8	25	-1.14	Punt
Q2	South Florida	2	5	-4.26	Fumble
Q2	Alabama	4	13	-1.37	Field goal
Q2	South Florida	6	16	-0.60	Punt
Q2	Alabama	5	22	-0.72	Ended
Q3	South Florida	7	30	-2.92	Ended
Q3	Alabama	3	-2	-3.55	Punt
Q3	South Florida	5	18	-1.23	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Alabama Crimson Tide · Ty Simpson pass to CJ Dippre for 45 yards (2nd & 10) (+4.48 EPA)
2. Q4 · South Florida Bulls · Byrum Brown pass intercepted (-3.99 EPA)
3. Q2 · South Florida Bulls · Fumble (-3.93 EPA)
4. Q3 · South Florida Bulls · Byrum Brown rushes for 31 yards (3rd & 7) (+3.79 EPA)
5. Q1 · South Florida Bulls · Byrum Brown sacked for a loss of 5 yards (4th & 3) (-3.75 EPA)
6. Q3 · South Florida Bulls · Byrum Brown rushes for a loss of 1 yard (4th & 2) (-3.2 EPA)
7. Q4 · Alabama Crimson Tide · Roydell Williams rushes for 48 yards (2nd & 7) (+3.01 EPA)
8. Q3 · South Florida Bulls · Byrum Brown rushes for 15 yards (3rd & 6) (+2.96 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Alabama Crimson Tide controlled the final (17–3) in Week 3.
• Passing edge: Ty Simpson (Alabama) — 41.0 yds.
• EPA edge: Alabama at -0.143 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 Alabama Crimson Tide vs South Florida Bulls?

Alabama Crimson Tide 17, South Florida Bulls 3 in Week 3 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Alabama Crimson Tide vs South Florida Bulls?

Alabama Crimson Tide won with a final score of 17–3.

Where can I find the Alabama Crimson Tide vs South Florida Bulls box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401520244.

Who led Alabama Crimson Tide vs South Florida Bulls in passing?

Ty Simpson (Alabama) led passers with 41.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Alabama Crimson Tide at South Florida Bulls in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.