Harvard Crimson vs. Holy Cross Crusaders: 2023 Week 5 Recap

Quick answer

Harvard Crimson defeated Holy Cross Crusaders 38–28 in Week 5, 2023. Final score: Harvard Crimson 38, Holy Cross Crusaders 28.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Harvard Crimson	12	6	6	3	38
Holy Cross Crusaders	6	18	0	6	28

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Charles Deprima (Harvard) — 148.0 yds · 2 TD · +1.00 EPA/play +13.99 EPA
• Matthew Sluka (Holy Cross) — 305.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.35 EPA/play +7.77 EPA
• Cooper Barkate (Harvard) — 5.0 yds · +0.32 EPA/play +0.32 EPA

Rushing

• Shane McLaughlin (Harvard) — 82.0 yds · 1 TD -0.16 EPA
• Charles Deprima (Harvard) — 89.0 yds -0.24 EPA
• Matthew Sluka (Holy Cross) — 83.0 yds -0.22 EPA

Receiving

• Jalen Coker (Holy Cross) — 7 rec · 176.0 yds +1.56 EPA
• Cooper Barkate (Harvard) — 5 rec · 73.0 yds +0.63 EPA
• Byron Shipman (Holy Cross) — 3 rec · 15.0 yds +0.39 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Charles Deprima	Harvard	14	64.3%	148	2	+1.00	+13.99
Matthew Sluka	Holy Cross	22	63.6%	305	4	+0.35	+7.77
Cooper Barkate	Harvard	1	0.0%	5	0	+0.32	+0.32
incomplete	Holy Cross	6	0.0%	0	0	-0.72	-4.29
incomplete	Harvard	7	0.0%	0	0	-1.16	-8.13

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Harvard	Holy Cross
Plays	69	61
EPA / play	+0.041	-0.092
Total EPA	+2.86	-5.62
Success rate	44.9%	42.6%
Pass EPA / play	+0.280	-0.136
Rush EPA / play	-0.070	-0.052
Yards	375	479

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Harvard	8	33	+3.01	Rush TD
Q1	Holy Cross	9	33	-4.21	Fumble
Q1	Harvard	3	5	-2.82	Punt
Q1	Holy Cross	1	74	+6.27	Pass TD
Q1	Harvard	4	75	+5.90	Pass TD
Q1	Holy Cross	7	42	+2.25	Ended
Q2	Harvard	8	42	+1.79	Ended
Q2	Holy Cross	1	0	-6.06	Interception
Q2	Harvard	1	3	+1.34	Rush TD
Q2	Holy Cross	7	71	+6.22	Pass TD
Q2	Harvard	6	16	-1.52	Punt
Q2	Holy Cross	9	104	-0.88	Pass TD
Q2	Harvard	1	4	-0.81	Ended
Q3	Holy Cross	3	-2	-3.38	Punt
Q3	Harvard	8	40	-2.74	Ended
Q3	Holy Cross	6	11	-2.71	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Interception returned for a touchdown (-7.41 EPA)
2. Q1 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Matthew Sluka pass to Jalen Coker for a touchdown (74 yards) (+6.27 EPA)
3. Q2 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Matthew Sluka pass intercepted (-6.06 EPA)
4. Q3 · Harvard Crimson · Charles Deprima pass to Cooper Barkate for a touchdown (31 yards) (+5.56 EPA)
5. Q1 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Fumble (-5.55 EPA)
6. Q3 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Matthew Sluka pass intercepted (-4.3 EPA)
7. Q3 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Matthew Sluka pass to Jalen Coker for 13 yards (4th & 5) (+4.29 EPA)
8. Q4 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Fumble (-4.22 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Harvard Crimson controlled the final (38–28) in Week 5.
• Passing edge: Charles Deprima (Harvard) — 148.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Harvard at 0.041 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 Harvard Crimson vs Holy Cross Crusaders?

Harvard Crimson 38, Holy Cross Crusaders 28 in Week 5 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Harvard Crimson vs Holy Cross Crusaders?

Harvard Crimson won with a final score of 38–28.

Where can I find the Harvard Crimson vs Holy Cross Crusaders box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540068.

Who led Harvard Crimson vs Holy Cross Crusaders in passing?

Charles Deprima (Harvard) led passers with 148.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Harvard Crimson at Holy Cross Crusaders in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.