Holy Cross Crusaders vs. Bucknell Bison: 2023 Week 6 Recap

Quick answer

Holy Cross Crusaders defeated Bucknell Bison 55–27 in Week 6, 2023. Final score: Holy Cross Crusaders 55, Bucknell Bison 27.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Holy Cross Crusaders	15	15	6	12	55
Bucknell Bison	6	6	12	0	27

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Matthew Sluka (Holy Cross) — 252.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.45 EPA/play +10.23 EPA
• Ralph Rucker (Bucknell) — 293.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.30 EPA/play +8.73 EPA
• incomplete (Bucknell) — 0.0 yds · -0.49 EPA/play -3.95 EPA

Rushing

• Coleman Bennett (Bucknell) — 106.0 yds · 1 TD -0.05 EPA
• Jordan Fuller (Holy Cross) — 137.0 yds · 4 TD +0.62 EPA
• Matthew Sluka (Holy Cross) — 133.0 yds +0.01 EPA

Receiving

• Justin Shorter (Holy Cross) — 7 rec · 53.0 yds +0.34 EPA
• Coleman Bennett (Bucknell) — 7 rec · 50.0 yds +0.63 EPA
• Derrick Anderson Jr. (Bucknell) — 6 rec · 115.0 yds +1.71 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Matthew Sluka	Holy Cross	23	82.6%	252	2	+0.45	+10.23
Ralph Rucker	Bucknell	29	65.5%	293	3	+0.30	+8.73
incomplete	Bucknell	8	0.0%	0	0	-0.49	-3.95
incomplete	Holy Cross	7	0.0%	0	0	-1.09	-7.62

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Holy Cross	Bucknell
Plays	71	72
EPA / play	+0.217	+0.030
Total EPA	+15.42	+2.19
Success rate	52.1%	40.3%
Pass EPA / play	+0.087	+0.129
Rush EPA / play	+0.313	-0.074
Yards	559	440

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Holy Cross	1	67	+4.68	Ended
Q1	Holy Cross	1	4	+1.11	Rush TD
Q1	Bucknell	3	3	-2.63	Punt
Q1	Holy Cross	6	43	-0.07	Field goal
Q1	Bucknell	7	84	+7.74	Rush TD
Q1	Holy Cross	5	71	+4.38	Pass TD
Q1	Bucknell	6	4	-3.37	Punt
Q1	Holy Cross	3	10	-1.77	Punt
Q2	Bucknell	7	68	+5.75	Pass TD
Q2	Holy Cross	9	67	+4.96	Rush TD
Q2	Bucknell	2	9	-0.26	Ended
Q2	Holy Cross	7	34	+3.38	Rush TD
Q2	Bucknell	3	1	-0.82	Punt
Q2	Holy Cross	8	50	+0.87	Field goal
Q2	Bucknell	1	-2	-0.26	Ended
Q3	Bucknell	11	75	+6.60	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Bucknell Bison · Ralph Rucker pass intercepted (-6.46 EPA)
2. Q4 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Jordan Fuller rushes 70 yards for a touchdown (+5.7 EPA)
3. Q1 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Matthew Sluka rushes for 67 yards (1st & 10) (+4.68 EPA)
4. Q1 · Bucknell Bison · Coleman Bennett rushes 47 yards for a touchdown (+4.61 EPA)
5. Q3 · Bucknell Bison · Ralph Rucker pass intercepted (-4.55 EPA)
6. Q3 · Bucknell Bison · Ralph Rucker pass to Derrick Anderson Jr. for 32 yards (3rd & 11) (+4.42 EPA)
7. Q2 · Bucknell Bison · Ralph Rucker pass to Derrick Anderson Jr. for a touchdown (33 yards) (+4.37 EPA)
8. Q3 · Bucknell Bison · Ralph Rucker pass to Eric Weatherly for a touchdown (40 yards) (+4.12 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Holy Cross Crusaders controlled the final (55–27) in Week 6.
• Passing edge: Matthew Sluka (Holy Cross) — 252.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Holy Cross at 0.217 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 Holy Cross Crusaders vs Bucknell Bison?

Holy Cross Crusaders 55, Bucknell Bison 27 in Week 6 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Holy Cross Crusaders vs Bucknell Bison?

Holy Cross Crusaders won with a final score of 55–27.

Where can I find the Holy Cross Crusaders vs Bucknell Bison box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540050.

Who led Holy Cross Crusaders vs Bucknell Bison in passing?

Matthew Sluka (Holy Cross) led passers with 252.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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