Lindenwood Lions vs. Western Illinois Leathernecks: 2023 Week 3 Recap

Quick answer

Lindenwood Lions defeated Western Illinois Leathernecks 43–40 in Week 3, 2023. Final score: Lindenwood Lions 43, Western Illinois Leathernecks 40.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Lindenwood Lions	6	6	12	12	43
Western Illinois Leathernecks	15	12	0	9	40

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Matt Morrissey (Western Illinois) — 401.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.71 EPA/play +24.17 EPA
• Cole Dugger (Lindenwood) — 270.0 yds · 5 TD · +1.26 EPA/play +23.90 EPA
• incomplete (Lindenwood) — 0.0 yds · -0.79 EPA/play -3.17 EPA

Rushing

• Robert Giaimo (Lindenwood) — 120.0 yds · 1 TD +0.16 EPA
• Ludovick Choquette (Western Illinois) — 65.0 yds · 1 TD +0.06 EPA
• Seth Glatz (Western Illinois) — 34.0 yds -0.07 EPA

Receiving

• Jay Parker (Western Illinois) — 10 rec · 145.0 yds +1.09 EPA
• Jaylin Jackson (Western Illinois) — 7 rec · 127.0 yds +1.18 EPA
• Jeff Caldwell (Lindenwood) — 5 rec · 185.0 yds +3.26 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Matt Morrissey	Western Illinois	34	76.5%	401	3	+0.71	+24.17
Cole Dugger	Lindenwood	19	89.5%	270	5	+1.26	+23.90
incomplete	Lindenwood	4	0.0%	0	0	-0.79	-3.17
incomplete	Western Illinois	11	0.0%	6	0	-0.58	-6.43
Clay Bruno	Western Illinois	2	0.0%	-8	0	-4.67	-9.33

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Lindenwood	Western Illinois
Plays	52	80
EPA / play	+0.412	+0.085
Total EPA	+21.43	+6.78
Success rate	53.8%	45.0%
Pass EPA / play	+0.902	+0.122
Rush EPA / play	+0.024	+0.028
Yards	455	516

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Western Illinois	2	73	+5.98	Pass TD
Q1	Lindenwood	8	41	-2.53	Ended
Q1	Western Illinois	7	62	+6.53	Pass TD
Q1	Lindenwood	2	40	+3.86	Pass TD
Q1	Western Illinois	9	54	-0.98	Field goal
Q1	Lindenwood	3	7	-5.07	Fumble
Q1	Western Illinois	4	32	+2.53	Rush TD
Q2	Lindenwood	11	75	+6.82	Pass TD
Q2	Western Illinois	9	60	+0.82	Missed FG
Q2	Lindenwood	1	0	-3.96	Interception
Q2	Western Illinois	5	23	+1.31	Rush TD
Q2	Lindenwood	3	8	-0.54	Punt
Q2	Western Illinois	4	0	-1.00	Ended
Q3	Lindenwood	5	68	+6.64	Rush TD
Q3	Western Illinois	12	45	-2.62	Ended
Q3	Lindenwood	5	65	+5.64	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Western Illinois Leathernecks · Clay Bruno pass intercepted (-8.82 EPA)
2. Q1 · Western Illinois Leathernecks · Matt Morrissey pass to Jaylin Jackson for a touchdown (75 yards) (+7.23 EPA)
3. Q4 · Lindenwood Lions · Cole Dugger pass to Jeff Caldwell for a touchdown (72 yards) (+6.52 EPA)
4. Q4 · Western Illinois Leathernecks · Fumble (-5.66 EPA)
5. Q3 · Lindenwood Lions · Cole Dugger rushes for 37 yards (3rd & 9) (+5.0 EPA)
6. Q1 · Lindenwood Lions · Cole Dugger pass to Jeff Caldwell for a touchdown (39 yards) (+4.5 EPA)
7. Q4 · Lindenwood Lions · Cole Dugger pass to Jeff Caldwell for a touchdown (16 yards) (+4.43 EPA)
8. Q2 · Lindenwood Lions · Cole Dugger pass intercepted (-3.96 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Lindenwood Lions controlled the final (43–40) in Week 3.
• Passing edge: Matt Morrissey (Western Illinois) — 401.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Lindenwood at 0.412 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 Lindenwood Lions vs Western Illinois Leathernecks?

Lindenwood Lions 43, Western Illinois Leathernecks 40 in Week 3 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Lindenwood Lions vs Western Illinois Leathernecks?

Lindenwood Lions won with a final score of 43–40.

Where can I find the Lindenwood Lions vs Western Illinois Leathernecks box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540450.

Who led Lindenwood Lions vs Western Illinois Leathernecks in passing?

Matt Morrissey (Western Illinois) led passers with 401.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Lindenwood Lions at Western Illinois Leathernecks in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.