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Southern Illinois Salukis vs. Southeast Missouri State Redhawks: 2023 Week 3 Recap

Salukis defeat Redhawks 26–25 in Week 3

Nic Baker paced the box score as Salukis closed out a 26–25 Week 3 finish.

Southern Illinois Salukis 26 3-0 Winner
Final 26–25
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 25 1-2
Winner
Southern Illinois Salukis
Final score
26–25
Halftime
Southern Illinois Salukis 2–12 Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
Top passer
Nic Baker
FantasyHQ MVP
Nic Baker

Top CFB performers · Salukis

  • Nic Baker 458.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.30 EPA/play +15.9 EPA
  • Ro Elliott 67.0 yds · 1 TD -1.2 EPA
  • Jaelin Benefield 4.0 yds -7.2 EPA

Top CFB performers · Redhawks

  • Paxton DeLaurent 223.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.12 EPA/play -6.0 EPA
  • Geno Hess 100.0 yds · 1 TD -3.0 EPA
  • Paxton DeLaurent 13.0 yds -2.3 EPA
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Quick answer

Southern Illinois Salukis defeated Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 26–25 in Week 3, 2023. Final score: Southern Illinois Salukis 26, Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 25.

Game summary

Southern Illinois Salukis edged Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 26–25 in Week 3 of the 2023 season.

  • Scoring: 6 touchdowns, 3 field goals across 10 plays.
  • Passing leader: Nic Baker (Southern Illinois) — 458.0 pass yds, 3 TD, +0.30 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Geno Hess — 100.0 yds, 1 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Vinson Davis III — 7 rec, 126.0 yds.
  • EPA edge: Southern Illinois (+0.096/play) vs Southeast Missouri State (-0.182/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
Southern Illinois Salukis02121226
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks396325

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

SIUSouthern Illinois Salukis
SEMOSoutheast Missouri State Redhawks

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Scoring timeline

10 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. Southeast Missouri State
    Q1FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 31
    Score
    0-3

    Field goal good from 48 yards

  2. Southeast Missouri State
    Q2FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 22
    Score
    0-6

    Field goal good from 39 yards

  3. Southern Illinois
    Q2Safety
    RERo Elliott

    Points+2

    Yard line
    Own EZ
    Score
    2-6

    Safety

  4. Southeast Missouri State
    Q2TD
    MSMitchell Sellers

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    2-12

    Paxton DeLaurent pass to Mitchell Sellers for a touchdown (21 yards)

  5. Southern Illinois
    Q3TD
    RERo Elliott

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    8-12

    Ro Elliott rushes 5 yards for a touchdown

  6. Southern Illinois
    Q3TD
    VDVinson Davis III

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    14-12

    Nic Baker pass to Vinson Davis III for a touchdown (68 yards)

  7. Southeast Missouri State
    Q3TD
    GHGeno Hess

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    14-18

    Geno Hess rushes 9 yards for a touchdown

  8. Southeast Missouri State
    Q4FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 23
    Score
    14-21

    Field goal good from 40 yards

  9. Southern Illinois
    Q4TD
    IHIzaiah Hartrup

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    20-21

    Nic Baker pass to Izaiah Hartrup for a touchdown (15 yards)

  10. Southern Illinois
    Q4TD
    IHIzaiah Hartrup

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    26-21

    Nic Baker pass to Izaiah Hartrup for a touchdown (9 yards)

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Nic Baker (Southern Illinois) — 458.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.30 EPA/play +15.88 EPA
  • Paxton DeLaurent (Southeast Missouri State) — 223.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.12 EPA/play -5.96 EPA

Rushing

  • Geno Hess (Southeast Missouri State) — 100.0 yds · 1 TD -0.14 EPA
  • Ro Elliott (Southern Illinois) — 67.0 yds · 1 TD -0.08 EPA
  • Jaelin Benefield (Southern Illinois) — 4.0 yds -1.80 EPA

Receiving

  • Vinson Davis III (Southern Illinois) — 7 rec · 126.0 yds +0.44 EPA
  • Damoriea Vick (Southeast Missouri State) — 8 rec · 74.0 yds +0.85 EPA
  • Izaiah Hartrup (Southern Illinois) — 7 rec · 94.0 yds +2.54 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Nic BakerSouthern Illinois5267.3%4583+0.30+15.88
Paxton DeLaurentSoutheast Missouri State4854.2%2231-0.12-5.96

Team EPA comparison

StatSouthern IllinoisSoutheast Missouri State
Plays7574
EPA / play+0.096-0.182
Total EPA+7.19-13.44
Success rate49.3%33.8%
Pass EPA / play+0.305-0.124
Rush EPA / play-0.378-0.288
Yards543321

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q1Southeast Missouri State618-1.57Ended
Q1Southern Illinois35-2.01Punt
Q1Southeast Missouri State38-2.26Punt
Q1Southern Illinois518-1.47Punt
Q1Southeast Missouri State938-0.69Field goal
Q1Southern Illinois36-1.91Punt
Q1Southeast Missouri State841-0.69Field goal
Q2Southern Illinois49-5.05Ended
Q2Southeast Missouri State3-6-3.56Punt
Q2Southern Illinois1-1-1.00Safety
Q2Southeast Missouri State3-4-3.25Punt
Q2Southern Illinois316-2.22Interception
Q2Southeast Missouri State757+3.53Pass TD
Q2Southern Illinois737-1.52Interception
Q2Southeast Missouri State737-0.15Punt
Q2Southern Illinois150.00Ended

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q3 · Southern Illinois Salukis · Nic Baker pass to Vinson Davis III for a touchdown (68 yards) (+6.45 EPA)
  2. Q4 · Southern Illinois Salukis · Nic Baker pass to Izaiah Hartrup for a touchdown (9 yards) (+5.43 EPA)
  3. Q3 · Southern Illinois Salukis · Nic Baker pass to Izaiah Hartrup for 30 yards (4th & 2) (+4.92 EPA)
  4. Q3 · Southern Illinois Salukis · Fumble (-4.77 EPA)
  5. Q1 · Southeast Missouri State Redhawks · Punt (-3.87 EPA)
  6. Q2 · Southern Illinois Salukis · Jaelin Benefield rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-3.81 EPA)
  7. Q4 · Southern Illinois Salukis · Nic Baker pass to Aidan Quinn for 11 yards (4th & 5) (+3.78 EPA)
  8. Q4 · Southern Illinois Salukis · Nic Baker pass to Jaelin Benefield for 18 yards (4th & 6) (+3.77 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • Southern Illinois Salukis controlled the final (26–25) in Week 3.
  • Passing edge: Nic Baker (Southern Illinois) — 458.0 yds, 3 TD.
  • EPA edge: Southern Illinois at 0.096 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 Southern Illinois Salukis vs Southeast Missouri State Redhawks?

Southern Illinois Salukis 26, Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 25 in Week 3 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Southern Illinois Salukis vs Southeast Missouri State Redhawks?

Southern Illinois Salukis won with a final score of 26–25.

Where can I find the Southern Illinois Salukis vs Southeast Missouri State Redhawks box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540446.

Who led Southern Illinois Salukis vs Southeast Missouri State Redhawks in passing?

Nic Baker (Southern Illinois) led passers with 458.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Southern Illinois Salukis at Southeast Missouri State Redhawks in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Season records after this game

Southern Illinois Salukis

Entered 2-0 Now 3-0 W

Southeast Missouri State Redhawks

Entered 1-1 Now 1-2 L

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