Charlotte Saints vs. SMU Mustangs: 2023 Week 5 Recap

Quick answer

SMU Mustangs defeated Charlotte Saints 34–16 in Week 5, 2023. Final score: Charlotte Saints 16, SMU Mustangs 34.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Charlotte Saints	0	3	6	6	16
SMU Mustangs	12	3	9	6	34

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Trexler Ivey (Charlotte) — 98.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.34 EPA/play +6.07 EPA
• Preston Stone (SMU) — 113.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.10 EPA/play -2.65 EPA
• Jalon Jones (Charlotte) — 48.0 yds · -0.54 EPA/play -8.61 EPA

Rushing

• Velton Gardner (SMU) — 62.0 yds +0.11 EPA
• Durell Robinson (Charlotte) — 45.0 yds -0.53 EPA
• Jaylan Knighton (SMU) — 150.0 yds · 2 TD +0.89 EPA

Receiving

• Jack Hestera (Charlotte) — 7 rec · 81.0 yds +1.51 EPA
• Colin Weber (Charlotte) — 4 rec · 29.0 yds +0.27 EPA
• Jake Bailey (SMU) — 3 rec · 34.0 yds +1.02 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Trexler Ivey	Charlotte	18	55.6%	98	1	+0.34	+6.07
Preston Stone	SMU	26	53.8%	113	2	-0.10	-2.65
Jalon Jones	Charlotte	16	56.2%	48	0	-0.54	-8.61

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Charlotte	SMU
Plays	73	61
EPA / play	-0.077	+0.158
Total EPA	-5.60	+9.62
Success rate	35.6%	45.9%
Pass EPA / play	-0.074	-0.102
Rush EPA / play	-0.079	+0.351
Yards	327	363

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	SMU	10	69	+4.92	Pass TD
Q1	Charlotte	8	-3	-4.75	Fumble
Q1	SMU	4	15	+2.07	Rush TD
Q1	Charlotte	5	55	+0.98	Missed FG
Q1	SMU	6	9	-2.72	Punt
Q2	Charlotte	9	59	+1.30	Field goal
Q2	SMU	11	57	+0.53	Field goal
Q2	Charlotte	3	1	-1.45	Punt
Q2	SMU	3	19	-1.62	Interception
Q2	Charlotte	7	28	-0.36	Ended
Q3	Charlotte	3	-1	-3.75	Punt
Q3	SMU	1	95	+7.06	Rush TD
Q3	Charlotte	4	10	-4.19	Ended
Q3	SMU	9	26	-1.66	Field goal
Q3	Charlotte	12	61	+1.82	Pass TD
Q3	SMU	7	31	-0.51	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · SMU Mustangs · Jaylan Knighton rushes 95 yards for a touchdown (+7.06 EPA)
2. Q4 · SMU Mustangs · Preston Stone pass to RJ Maryland for a touchdown (23 yards) (+5.17 EPA)
3. Q1 · Charlotte Saints · Jalon Jones rushes for 52 yards (2nd & 7) (+4.65 EPA)
4. Q3 · Charlotte Saints · Penalty (4th & 2) (+4.34 EPA)
5. Q3 · Charlotte Saints · Trexler Ivey pass to Jack Hestera for a touchdown (3 yards) (+4.17 EPA)
6. Q1 · SMU Mustangs · Preston Stone pass to Jake Bailey for 20 yards (3rd & 17) (+3.86 EPA)
7. Q4 · Charlotte Saints · Trexler Ivey pass intercepted (-3.65 EPA)
8. Q3 · Charlotte Saints · Durell Robinson rushes for a loss of 1 yard (3rd & 1) (-2.94 EPA)

Key takeaways

• SMU Mustangs controlled the final (34–16) in Week 5.
• Passing edge: Trexler Ivey (Charlotte) — 98.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: SMU at 0.158 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 Charlotte Saints vs SMU Mustangs?

Charlotte Saints 16, SMU Mustangs 34 in Week 5 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Charlotte Saints vs SMU Mustangs?

SMU Mustangs won with a final score of 16–34.

Where can I find the Charlotte Saints vs SMU Mustangs box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401531404.

Who led Charlotte Saints vs SMU Mustangs in passing?

Trexler Ivey (Charlotte) led passers with 98.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Charlotte Saints at SMU Mustangs in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.