VMI Keydets vs. NC State Wolfpack: 2023 Week 3 Recap

Quick answer

NC State Wolfpack defeated VMI Keydets 45–7 in Week 3, 2023. Final score: VMI Keydets 7, NC State Wolfpack 45.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
VMI Keydets	6	0	6	0	7
NC State Wolfpack	12	9	6	6	45

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Brennan Armstrong (NC State) — 277.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.55 EPA/play +18.13 EPA
• Collin Shannon (VMI) — 156.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.12 EPA/play +3.04 EPA
• Chandler Wilson (VMI) — -8.0 yds · -3.10 EPA/play -3.10 EPA

Rushing

• Kendrick Raphael (NC State) — 95.0 yds -0.12 EPA
• Michael Allen (NC State) — 47.0 yds +0.28 EPA
• Rashad Raymond (VMI) — 33.0 yds -0.12 EPA

Receiving

• Kevin Concepcion (NC State) — 7 rec · 70.0 yds +0.76 EPA
• Aidan Twombly (VMI) — 2 rec · 15.0 yds -0.69 EPA
• Isaiah Lemmond (VMI) — 2 rec · 20.0 yds -0.26 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Brennan Armstrong	NC State	33	81.8%	277	1	+0.55	+18.13
Collin Shannon	VMI	25	56.0%	156	1	+0.12	+3.04
Chandler Wilson	VMI	1	0.0%	-8	0	-3.10	-3.10

Team EPA comparison

Stat	VMI	NC State
Plays	45	77
EPA / play	-0.262	+0.332
Total EPA	-11.77	+25.53
Success rate	33.3%	61.0%
Pass EPA / play	-0.203	+0.549
Rush EPA / play	-0.350	+0.168
Yards	233	536

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	VMI	3	8	-1.93	Punt
Q1	NC State	12	60	+4.97	Rush TD
Q1	VMI	3	34	-6.81	Touchdown
Q1	VMI	6	18	-1.79	Punt
Q1	NC State	4	82	+5.60	Pass TD
Q1	VMI	6	10	-4.17	Punt
Q1	NC State	16	101	+4.03	Field goal
Q2	VMI	5	44	+0.42	Punt
Q2	NC State	12	84	+5.76	Rush TD
Q2	VMI	1	1	0.00	Ended
Q3	NC State	9	53	+2.38	Punt
Q3	VMI	4	33	+0.57	Punt
Q3	NC State	3	9	-1.08	Punt
Q3	VMI	7	57	+5.84	Pass TD
Q3	NC State	0	0	—	Touchdown
Q3	VMI	7	22	-2.55	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · VMI Keydets · Interception returned for a touchdown (-5.42 EPA)
2. Q1 · NC State Wolfpack · Brennan Armstrong pass to Julian Gray for 64 yards (3rd & 8) (+5.28 EPA)
3. Q3 · VMI Keydets · Collin Shannon pass to Egypt Nelson for a touchdown (22 yards) (+4.61 EPA)
4. Q4 · NC State Wolfpack · Kendrick Raphael rushes for 9 yards (2nd & 7) (-4.24 EPA)
5. Q2 · VMI Keydets · Collin Shannon pass to Egypt Nelson for 44 yards (2nd & 20) (+4.15 EPA)
6. Q3 · VMI Keydets · Collin Shannon pass to Egypt Nelson for 41 yards (2nd & 10) (+4.12 EPA)
7. Q3 · NC State Wolfpack · Kickoff (+4.08 EPA)
8. Q4 · VMI Keydets · Chandler Wilson sacked for a loss of 8 yards (3rd & 4) (-3.1 EPA)

Key takeaways

• NC State Wolfpack controlled the final (45–7) in Week 3.
• Passing edge: Brennan Armstrong (NC State) — 277.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: NC State at 0.332 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 VMI Keydets vs NC State Wolfpack?

VMI Keydets 7, NC State Wolfpack 45 in Week 3 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won VMI Keydets vs NC State Wolfpack?

NC State Wolfpack won with a final score of 7–45.

Where can I find the VMI Keydets vs NC State Wolfpack box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401525502.

Who led VMI Keydets vs NC State Wolfpack in passing?

Brennan Armstrong (NC State) led passers with 277.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for VMI Keydets at NC State Wolfpack in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.