Nicholls Colonels vs. McNeese Cowboys: 2023 Week 5 Recap

Quick answer

Nicholls Colonels defeated McNeese Cowboys 31–10 in Week 5, 2023. Final score: Nicholls Colonels 31, McNeese Cowboys 10.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Nicholls Colonels	6	9	0	6	31
McNeese Cowboys	0	12	3	0	10

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Collin Guggenheim (Nicholls) — 2.0 yds · 1 TD · +1.16 EPA/play +1.16 EPA
• Pat McQuaide (Nicholls) — 145.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.04 EPA/play +0.98 EPA
• Nate Glantz (McNeese) — 185.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.01 EPA/play -0.34 EPA

Rushing

• Collin Guggenheim (Nicholls) — 105.0 yds -0.02 EPA
• D'Angelo Durham (McNeese) — 45.0 yds -0.29 EPA
• Jaylon Spears (Nicholls) — 36.0 yds · 1 TD -0.39 EPA

Receiving

• Jon McCall (McNeese) — 4 rec · 87.0 yds +0.96 EPA
• Makhi Paris (McNeese) — 1 rec · 29.0 yds -0.34 EPA
• Neno Lemay (Nicholls) — 5 rec · 40.0 yds +0.60 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Collin Guggenheim	Nicholls	1	100.0%	2	1	+1.16	+1.16
Pat McQuaide	Nicholls	25	56.0%	145	1	+0.04	+0.98
Nate Glantz	McNeese	30	43.3%	185	1	-0.01	-0.34
Tre Simmons	McNeese	2	50.0%	53	0	-1.53	-3.07

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Nicholls	McNeese
Plays	66	55
EPA / play	-0.071	-0.210
Total EPA	-4.67	-11.55
Success rate	45.5%	38.2%
Pass EPA / play	+0.082	-0.315
Rush EPA / play	-0.170	-0.052
Yards	350	384

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Nicholls	7	12	-3.31	Pass TD
Q1	McNeese	8	41	-2.54	Ended
Q1	Nicholls	7	33	+0.09	Punt
Q1	McNeese	3	5	-1.59	Punt
Q1	Nicholls	5	42	+2.63	Pass TD
Q2	McNeese	10	89	+8.11	Pass TD
Q2	Nicholls	13	67	+0.33	Field goal
Q2	McNeese	2	28	-6.92	Touchdown
Q2	McNeese	5	25	+0.30	Punt
Q2	Nicholls	1	5	0.00	Ended
Q3	McNeese	5	28	-1.22	Punt
Q3	Nicholls	6	17	-1.63	Punt
Q3	McNeese	6	31	-1.24	Field goal
Q3	Nicholls	3	37	-3.65	Fumble
Q3	McNeese	5	28	-0.74	Interception
Q3	Nicholls	12	75	+4.52	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · McNeese Cowboys · Interception returned for a touchdown (-7.0 EPA)
2. Q4 · McNeese Cowboys · Fumble (-6.18 EPA)
3. Q4 · McNeese Cowboys · Nate Glantz pass to Jon McCall for 39 yards (3rd & 6) (+4.55 EPA)
4. Q3 · Nicholls Colonels · Fumble (-4.36 EPA)
5. Q4 · Nicholls Colonels · Jaylon Spears rushes for 4 yards (1st & 10) (-4.3 EPA)
6. Q1 · Nicholls Colonels · Punt (-3.92 EPA)
7. Q1 · Nicholls Colonels · Penalty (3rd & 10) (+3.39 EPA)
8. Q3 · McNeese Cowboys · Nate Glantz pass intercepted (-3.38 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Nicholls Colonels controlled the final (31–10) in Week 5.
• Passing edge: Collin Guggenheim (Nicholls) — 2.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Nicholls at -0.071 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 Nicholls Colonels vs McNeese Cowboys?

Nicholls Colonels 31, McNeese Cowboys 10 in Week 5 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Nicholls Colonels vs McNeese Cowboys?

Nicholls Colonels won with a final score of 31–10.

Where can I find the Nicholls Colonels vs McNeese Cowboys box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540391.

Who led Nicholls Colonels vs McNeese Cowboys in passing?

Collin Guggenheim (Nicholls) led passers with 2.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Nicholls Colonels at McNeese Cowboys in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.