BYU Cougars vs. Arkansas Razorbacks: 2023 Week 3 Recap

Quick answer

BYU Cougars defeated Arkansas Razorbacks 38–31 in Week 3, 2023. Final score: BYU Cougars 38, Arkansas Razorbacks 31.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
BYU Cougars	18	6	9	6	38
Arkansas Razorbacks	6	9	6	0	31

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Parker Kingston (BYU) — 37.0 yds · 1 TD · +3.71 EPA/play +3.71 EPA
• KJ Jefferson (Arkansas) — 228.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.12 EPA/play -4.75 EPA
• Kedon Slovis (BYU) — 153.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.26 EPA/play -6.97 EPA

Rushing

• LJ Martin (BYU) — 77.0 yds · 2 TD -0.24 EPA
• Rashod Dubinion (Arkansas) — 45.0 yds -0.46 EPA
• AJ Green (Arkansas) — 86.0 yds · 2 TD +0.45 EPA

Receiving

• Andrew Armstrong (Arkansas) — 9 rec · 98.0 yds +0.66 EPA
• Luke Hasz (Arkansas) — 4 rec · 78.0 yds +2.21 EPA
• Isaac Rex (BYU) — 4 rec · 57.0 yds +1.48 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Parker Kingston	BYU	1	100.0%	37	1	+3.71	+3.71
KJ Jefferson	Arkansas	39	61.5%	228	1	-0.12	-4.75
Kedon Slovis	BYU	27	40.7%	153	2	-0.26	-6.97

Team EPA comparison

Stat	BYU	Arkansas
Plays	56	73
EPA / play	-0.156	-0.104
Total EPA	-8.73	-7.57
Success rate	28.6%	37.0%
Pass EPA / play	-0.117	-0.122
Rush EPA / play	-0.195	-0.083
Yards	285	422

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Arkansas	4	75	+6.17	Rush TD
Q1	BYU	3	-1	-3.66	Touchdown
Q1	BYU	3	1	-3.69	Punt
Q1	Arkansas	3	1	-2.49	Punt
Q1	BYU	2	53	+4.92	Pass TD
Q1	Arkansas	3	6	-2.43	Punt
Q1	BYU	3	0	-3.71	Punt
Q1	Arkansas	6	25	-1.20	Punt
Q1	BYU	1	45	+3.81	Rush TD
Q1	Arkansas	3	0	-3.20	Punt
Q1	BYU	10	70	+5.34	Rush TD
Q2	Arkansas	3	7	-2.04	Punt
Q2	BYU	6	12	-1.64	Punt
Q2	Arkansas	10	80	+6.48	Pass TD
Q2	BYU	1	20	-2.85	Fumble
Q2	Arkansas	4	36	-1.96	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Arkansas Razorbacks · KJ Jefferson pass intercepted (-5.42 EPA)
2. Q1 · Arkansas Razorbacks · AJ Green rushes 55 yards for a touchdown (+4.99 EPA)
3. Q1 · BYU Cougars · Punt return touchdown (-4.69 EPA)
4. Q2 · Arkansas Razorbacks · KJ Jefferson pass to Luke Hasz for a touchdown (19 yards) (+4.47 EPA)
5. Q3 · Arkansas Razorbacks · Rashod Dubinion rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-3.9 EPA)
6. Q1 · BYU Cougars · LJ Martin rushes 45 yards for a touchdown (+3.81 EPA)
7. Q1 · BYU Cougars · Parker Kingston pass to Deion Smith for a touchdown (37 yards) (+3.71 EPA)
8. Q4 · Arkansas Razorbacks · Penalty (2nd & 5) (-2.87 EPA)

Key takeaways

• BYU Cougars controlled the final (38–31) in Week 3.
• Passing edge: Parker Kingston (BYU) — 37.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Arkansas at -0.104 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 BYU Cougars vs Arkansas Razorbacks?

BYU Cougars 38, Arkansas Razorbacks 31 in Week 3 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won BYU Cougars vs Arkansas Razorbacks?

BYU Cougars won with a final score of 38–31.

Where can I find the BYU Cougars vs Arkansas Razorbacks box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401520220.

Who led BYU Cougars vs Arkansas Razorbacks in passing?

Parker Kingston (BYU) led passers with 37.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for BYU Cougars at Arkansas Razorbacks in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.