Samford Bulldogs vs. Auburn Tigers: 2023 Week 3 Recap

Quick answer

Auburn Tigers defeated Samford Bulldogs 45–13 in Week 3, 2023. Final score: Samford Bulldogs 13, Auburn Tigers 45.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Samford Bulldogs	0	0	12	0	13
Auburn Tigers	0	15	12	12	45

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Robby Ashford (Auburn) — 58.0 yds · 1 TD · +1.23 EPA/play +4.93 EPA
• Payton Thorne (Auburn) — 281.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.05 EPA/play +1.69 EPA
• Quincy Crittendon (Samford) — -6.0 yds · -0.81 EPA/play -2.43 EPA

Rushing

• Jarquez Hunter (Auburn) — 37.0 yds · 1 TD +0.14 EPA
• Payton Thorne (Auburn) — 124.0 yds · 2 TD +1.86 EPA
• Damari Alston (Auburn) — 25.0 yds -0.56 EPA

Receiving

• Jay Fair (Auburn) — 7 rec · 93.0 yds +0.69 EPA
• Rivaldo Fairweather (Auburn) — 5 rec · 57.0 yds +0.90 EPA
• Ty King (Samford) — 5 rec · 24.0 yds +0.50 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Robby Ashford	Auburn	4	75.0%	58	1	+1.23	+4.93
Payton Thorne	Auburn	33	72.7%	281	1	+0.05	+1.69
Quincy Crittendon	Samford	3	33.3%	-6	0	-0.81	-2.43
Michael Hiers	Samford	32	56.2%	133	1	-0.32	-10.31

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Samford	Auburn
Plays	61	79
EPA / play	-0.220	+0.240
Total EPA	-13.39	+18.97
Success rate	29.5%	59.5%
Pass EPA / play	-0.364	+0.179
Rush EPA / play	-0.025	+0.294
Yards	218	566

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Samford	8	25	-1.50	Punt
Q1	Auburn	15	69	-0.44	Interception
Q1	Samford	9	34	-0.10	Punt
Q1	Auburn	8	55	-2.03	Ended
Q2	Samford	6	16	-1.80	Punt
Q2	Auburn	3	78	+6.01	Pass TD
Q2	Samford	2	1	-4.29	Interception
Q2	Auburn	3	13	-2.80	Interception
Q2	Samford	2	4	-4.66	Interception
Q2	Auburn	6	32	+4.05	Rush TD
Q2	Samford	3	2	-1.45	Punt
Q2	Auburn	8	51	+0.50	Field goal
Q2	Samford	1	-1	0.00	Ended
Q3	Auburn	13	76	+5.18	Rush TD
Q3	Samford	5	75	+7.57	Pass TD
Q3	Auburn	5	58	+3.62	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Samford Bulldogs · Michael Hiers pass to Chandler Smith for a touchdown (36 yards) (+6.04 EPA)
2. Q1 · Auburn Tigers · Payton Thorne pass intercepted (-4.81 EPA)
3. Q2 · Samford Bulldogs · Michael Hiers pass intercepted (-4.54 EPA)
4. Q3 · Samford Bulldogs · Michael Hiers pass to Chandler Smith for 39 yards (2nd & 10) (+4.37 EPA)
5. Q2 · Samford Bulldogs · Michael Hiers pass intercepted (-3.68 EPA)
6. Q2 · Auburn Tigers · Damari Alston rushes for a loss of 1 yard (4th & 1) (-3.28 EPA)
7. Q2 · Auburn Tigers · Payton Thorne pass to Rivaldo Fairweather for 41 yards (1st & 10) (+3.2 EPA)
8. Q2 · Auburn Tigers · Payton Thorne pass to Shane Hooks for a touchdown (32 yards) (+3.02 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Auburn Tigers controlled the final (45–13) in Week 3.
• Passing edge: Robby Ashford (Auburn) — 58.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Auburn at 0.24 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 Samford Bulldogs vs Auburn Tigers?

Samford Bulldogs 13, Auburn Tigers 45 in Week 3 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Samford Bulldogs vs Auburn Tigers?

Auburn Tigers won with a final score of 13–45.

Where can I find the Samford Bulldogs vs Auburn Tigers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401520221.

Who led Samford Bulldogs vs Auburn Tigers in passing?

Robby Ashford (Auburn) led passers with 58.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Samford Bulldogs at Auburn Tigers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.