UCF Knights vs. Kansas State Wildcats: 2023 Week 4 Recap

Quick answer

Kansas State Wildcats defeated UCF Knights 44–31 in Week 4, 2023. Final score: UCF Knights 31, Kansas State Wildcats 44.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
UCF Knights	9	6	6	6	31
Kansas State Wildcats	6	12	9	12	44

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Timmy McClain (UCF) — 249.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.50 EPA/play +13.91 EPA
• Will Howard (Kansas State) — 248.0 yds · +0.05 EPA/play +2.24 EPA
• RJ Harvey (UCF) — 0.0 yds · -0.91 EPA/play -0.91 EPA

Rushing

• DJ Giddens (Kansas State) — 207.0 yds · 4 TD +0.40 EPA
• RJ Harvey (UCF) — 33.0 yds · 1 TD -0.13 EPA
• Timmy McClain (UCF) — 45.0 yds -0.23 EPA

Receiving

• DJ Giddens (Kansas State) — 8 rec · 86.0 yds +0.55 EPA
• Phillip Brooks (Kansas State) — 6 rec · 42.0 yds +0.73 EPA
• Kobe Hudson (UCF) — 5 rec · 153.0 yds +2.84 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Timmy McClain	UCF	28	50.0%	249	3	+0.50	+13.91
Will Howard	Kansas State	43	62.8%	248	0	+0.05	+2.24
RJ Harvey	UCF	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.91	-0.91

Team EPA comparison

Stat	UCF	Kansas State
Plays	59	81
EPA / play	+0.158	+0.271
Total EPA	+9.32	+21.98
Success rate	40.7%	48.1%
Pass EPA / play	+0.448	+0.052
Rush EPA / play	-0.123	+0.520
Yards	424	546

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Kansas State	8	75	+6.17	Rush TD
Q1	UCF	5	63	+1.45	Field goal
Q1	Kansas State	5	37	-2.74	Interception
Q1	UCF	9	57	+4.61	Pass TD
Q1	Kansas State	12	84	+6.79	Rush TD
Q2	UCF	6	27	-4.25	Fumble
Q2	Kansas State	8	57	+2.24	Rush TD
Q2	UCF	3	5	-1.64	Punt
Q2	Kansas State	3	1	-1.60	Punt
Q2	UCF	2	76	+6.54	Pass TD
Q2	Kansas State	5	20	-2.96	Ended
Q2	UCF	1	0	-2.66	Interception
Q2	Kansas State	7	53	+0.26	Missed FG
Q2	UCF	1	0	0.00	Ended
Q3	UCF	3	46	+3.99	Pass TD
Q3	Kansas State	7	63	+2.21	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · UCF Knights · Timmy McClain pass to Kobe Hudson for a touchdown (69 yards) (+6.2 EPA)
2. Q3 · UCF Knights · Timmy McClain pass to Kobe Hudson for a touchdown (46 yards) (+5.85 EPA)
3. Q1 · Kansas State Wildcats · Will Howard pass intercepted (-5.3 EPA)
4. Q4 · UCF Knights · Timmy McClain pass to RJ Harvey for 29 yards (4th & 15) (+5.05 EPA)
5. Q2 · UCF Knights · Fumble (-4.81 EPA)
6. Q1 · UCF Knights · Timmy McClain pass to RJ Harvey for a touchdown (27 yards) (+4.47 EPA)
7. Q4 · UCF Knights · Johnny Richardson rushes for 23 yards (3rd & 21) (+4.33 EPA)
8. Q4 · Kansas State Wildcats · Will Howard rushes 31 yards for a touchdown (+4.09 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Kansas State Wildcats controlled the final (44–31) in Week 4.
• Passing edge: Timmy McClain (UCF) — 249.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Kansas State at 0.271 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 UCF Knights vs Kansas State Wildcats?

UCF Knights 31, Kansas State Wildcats 44 in Week 4 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won UCF Knights vs Kansas State Wildcats?

Kansas State Wildcats won with a final score of 31–44.

Where can I find the UCF Knights vs Kansas State Wildcats box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401525848.

Who led UCF Knights vs Kansas State Wildcats in passing?

Timmy McClain (UCF) led passers with 249.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for UCF Knights at Kansas State Wildcats in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.