Rhode Island Rams vs. Villanova Wildcats: 2023 Week 4 Recap

Quick answer

Villanova Wildcats defeated Rhode Island Rams 35–9 in Week 4, 2023. Final score: Rhode Island Rams 9, Villanova Wildcats 35.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Rhode Island Rams	0	3	0	6	9
Villanova Wildcats	12	6	6	6	35

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Connor Watkins (Villanova) — 162.0 yds · +0.44 EPA/play +6.59 EPA
• Kasim Hill (Rhode Island) — 171.0 yds · +0.08 EPA/play +2.11 EPA
• Tanner Maddocks (Villanova) — 6.0 yds · +1.19 EPA/play +1.19 EPA

Rushing

• DeeWil Barlee (Villanova) — 42.0 yds · 1 TD -0.18 EPA
• Connor Watkins (Villanova) — 117.0 yds · 3 TD +1.25 EPA
• Kasim Hill (Rhode Island) — 24.0 yds +0.18 EPA

Receiving

• John Erby (Rhode Island) — 4 rec · 20.0 yds +0.11 EPA
• Jaaron Hayek (Villanova) — 3 rec · 78.0 yds +2.24 EPA
• Darius Savedge (Rhode Island) — 3 rec · 51.0 yds +0.86 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Connor Watkins	Villanova	15	53.3%	162	0	+0.44	+6.59
Kasim Hill	Rhode Island	26	53.8%	171	0	+0.08	+2.11
Tanner Maddocks	Villanova	1	100.0%	6	0	+1.19	+1.19
Nathan Fondacaro	Villanova	1	0.0%	0	0	0.00	0.00
Devin Farrell	Rhode Island	1	100.0%	6	0	-0.19	-0.19

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Rhode Island	Villanova
Plays	54	57
EPA / play	-0.037	+0.214
Total EPA	-2.01	+12.18
Success rate	35.2%	45.6%
Pass EPA / play	+0.071	+0.458
Rush EPA / play	-0.145	+0.110
Yards	241	457

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Villanova	7	69	+1.17	Interception
Q1	Rhode Island	6	26	-0.44	Punt
Q1	Villanova	5	49	+3.42	Rush TD
Q1	Rhode Island	3	-1	-3.81	Punt
Q1	Villanova	4	70	+5.75	Rush TD
Q1	Rhode Island	8	53	+0.95	Field goal
Q2	Villanova	3	-5	-3.17	Punt
Q2	Rhode Island	3	1	-2.81	Punt
Q2	Villanova	4	33	-0.96	Punt
Q2	Rhode Island	3	9	-0.76	Punt
Q2	Villanova	6	79	+5.90	Rush TD
Q2	Villanova	4	-1	-2.94	Ended
Q3	Rhode Island	3	3	-2.19	Punt
Q3	Villanova	1	63	+4.06	Rush TD
Q3	Rhode Island	8	21	-1.71	Punt
Q3	Villanova	8	33	+0.18	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Villanova Wildcats · Isaiah Ragland rushes for 6 yards (1st & 10) (-4.7 EPA)
2. Q1 · Villanova Wildcats · Connor Watkins pass to Jaaron Hayek for 34 yards (3rd & 8) (+4.51 EPA)
3. Q1 · Rhode Island Rams · Kasim Hill pass to Kahtero Summers for 33 yards (3rd & 7) (+4.4 EPA)
4. Q1 · Rhode Island Rams · Kasim Hill pass to Kahtero Summers for 23 yards (3rd & 14) (+4.13 EPA)
5. Q1 · Villanova Wildcats · Connor Watkins pass intercepted (-4.06 EPA)
6. Q3 · Villanova Wildcats · TD Ayo-Durojaiye rushes 63 yards for a touchdown (+4.06 EPA)
7. Q1 · Villanova Wildcats · Connor Watkins pass to Rayjuon Pringle for 31 yards (3rd & 18) (+3.84 EPA)
8. Q2 · Villanova Wildcats · Connor Watkins rushes 5 yards for a touchdown (+3.54 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Villanova Wildcats controlled the final (35–9) in Week 4.
• Passing edge: Connor Watkins (Villanova) — 162.0 yds.
• EPA edge: Villanova at 0.214 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 Rhode Island Rams vs Villanova Wildcats?

Rhode Island Rams 9, Villanova Wildcats 35 in Week 4 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Rhode Island Rams vs Villanova Wildcats?

Villanova Wildcats won with a final score of 9–35.

Where can I find the Rhode Island Rams vs Villanova Wildcats box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540549.

Who led Rhode Island Rams vs Villanova Wildcats in passing?

Connor Watkins (Villanova) led passers with 162.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Rhode Island Rams at Villanova Wildcats in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.