VMI Keydets vs. Mercer Bears: 2023 Week 5 Recap

Quick answer

Mercer Bears defeated VMI Keydets 38–3 in Week 5, 2023. Final score: VMI Keydets 3, Mercer Bears 38.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
VMI Keydets	0	0	9	0	3
Mercer Bears	6	12	6	3	38

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Carter Peevy (Mercer) — 75.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.17 EPA/play -2.82 EPA
• Collin Ironside (VMI) — 146.0 yds · -0.41 EPA/play -14.33 EPA

Rushing

• Al Wooten II (Mercer) — 164.0 yds · 2 TD +0.66 EPA
• Langston White (Mercer) — 25.0 yds -0.42 EPA
• Tyrell Coard (Mercer) — 38.0 yds · 1 TD +0.30 EPA

Receiving

• Devron Harper (Mercer) — 5 rec · 60.0 yds +1.23 EPA
• Chance Knox (VMI) — 5 rec · 54.0 yds +1.38 EPA
• VJ Johnson (VMI) — 4 rec · 38.0 yds +0.54 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Carter Peevy	Mercer	17	58.8%	75	1	-0.17	-2.82
Collin Ironside	VMI	35	48.6%	146	0	-0.41	-14.33

Team EPA comparison

Stat	VMI	Mercer
Plays	55	64
EPA / play	-0.404	+0.088
Total EPA	-22.19	+5.66
Success rate	21.8%	40.6%
Pass EPA / play	-0.409	-0.166
Rush EPA / play	-0.393	+0.180
Yards	205	386

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Mercer	1	76	+6.25	Rush TD
Q1	VMI	5	15	-2.07	Punt
Q1	Mercer	7	25	-0.10	Punt
Q1	VMI	6	22	-0.79	Punt
Q1	Mercer	3	7	-2.10	Punt
Q1	VMI	5	11	-2.75	Punt
Q1	Mercer	8	22	-2.17	Punt
Q2	VMI	6	13	-5.19	Interception
Q2	Mercer	7	34	+3.05	Rush TD
Q2	VMI	4	16	-3.95	Fumble
Q2	Mercer	3	36	+3.67	Pass TD
Q2	VMI	7	62	+1.03	Ended
Q2	Mercer	1	0	0.00	Ended
Q3	VMI	7	33	-3.34	Touchdown
Q3	VMI	0	0	—	Field goal
Q3	Mercer	11	58	+3.37	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Mercer Bears · Al Wooten II rushes 76 yards for a touchdown (+6.25 EPA)
2. Q4 · Mercer Bears · Rush (2nd & 4) (-5.4 EPA)
3. Q2 · Mercer Bears · Carter Peevy pass to Devron Harper for a touchdown (33 yards) (+4.82 EPA)
4. Q2 · VMI Keydets · Collin Ironside pass intercepted (-4.67 EPA)
5. Q3 · VMI Keydets · Kickoff (+4.1 EPA)
6. Q2 · VMI Keydets · Fumble (-3.54 EPA)
7. Q3 · VMI Keydets · Punt return touchdown (-3.18 EPA)
8. Q2 · VMI Keydets · Collin Ironside pass to Chance Knox for 40 yards (3rd & 9) (+2.85 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Mercer Bears controlled the final (38–3) in Week 5.
• Passing edge: Carter Peevy (Mercer) — 75.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Mercer at 0.088 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 VMI Keydets vs Mercer Bears?

VMI Keydets 3, Mercer Bears 38 in Week 5 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won VMI Keydets vs Mercer Bears?

Mercer Bears won with a final score of 3–38.

Where can I find the VMI Keydets vs Mercer Bears box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540611.

Who led VMI Keydets vs Mercer Bears in passing?

Carter Peevy (Mercer) led passers with 75.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for VMI Keydets at Mercer Bears in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.