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LSU Tigers vs. Missouri Tigers: 2023 Week 6 Recap

Tigers defeat Tigers 49–39 in Week 6

Jayden Daniels paced the box score as Tigers closed out a 49–39 Week 6 finish.

LSU Tigers 49 5-2 Winner
Final 49–39
Missouri Tigers 39 6-1
Winner
LSU Tigers
Final score
49–39
Halftime
LSU Tigers 15–21 Missouri Tigers
Top passer
Jayden Daniels
FantasyHQ MVP
Jayden Daniels

Top CFB performers · Tigers

  • Jayden Daniels 255.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.70 EPA/play +16.1 EPA
  • Logan Diggs 134.0 yds · 1 TD +2.5 EPA
  • Jayden Daniels 134.0 yds · 1 TD +9.3 EPA

Top CFB performers · Tigers

  • Brady Cook 380.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.11 EPA/play +5.2 EPA
  • Cody Schrader 114.0 yds · 3 TD +6.3 EPA
  • Brady Cook 25.0 yds +2.3 EPA

Quick answer

LSU Tigers defeated Missouri Tigers 49–39 in Week 6, 2023. Final score: LSU Tigers 49, Missouri Tigers 39.

Game summary

LSU Tigers beat Missouri Tigers 49–39 in Week 6 of the 2023 season.

  • Scoring: 11 touchdowns, 3 field goals across 14 plays.
  • Passing leader: Jayden Daniels (LSU) — 255.0 pass yds, 3 TD, +0.70 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Logan Diggs — 134.0 yds, 1 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Luther Burden III — 11 rec, 149.0 yds.
  • EPA edge: LSU (+0.435/play) vs Missouri (+0.178/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
LSU Tigers6991249
Missouri Tigers12961239

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

LSULSU Tigers
MIZMissouri Tigers

FantasyHQ CFB Analytics

Scoring timeline

14 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. Missouri
    Q1TD
    TWTheo Wease Jr.

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-6

    Brady Cook pass to Theo Wease Jr. for a touchdown (18 yards)

  2. LSU
    Q1TD
    LDLogan Diggs

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-6

    Logan Diggs rushes 1 yard for a touchdown

  3. Missouri
    Q1TD
    CSCody Schrader

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-12

    Cody Schrader rushes 21 yards for a touchdown

  4. Missouri
    Q2TD
    BNBrett Norfleet

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-18

    Brady Cook pass to Brett Norfleet for a touchdown (9 yards)

  5. LSU
    Q2FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 31
    Score
    9-18

    Field goal good from 48 yards

  6. LSU
    Q2TD
    MTMason Taylor

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    15-18

    Jayden Daniels pass to Mason Taylor for a touchdown (3 yards)

  7. Missouri
    Q2FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 33
    Score
    15-21

    Field goal good from 50 yards

  8. LSU
    Q3FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 12
    Score
    18-21

    Field goal good from 29 yards

  9. LSU
    Q3TD
    BTBrian Thomas Jr.

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    24-21

    Jayden Daniels pass to Brian Thomas Jr. for a touchdown (42 yards)

  10. Missouri
    Q3TD
    CSCody Schrader

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    24-27

    Cody Schrader rushes 2 yards for a touchdown

  11. LSU
    Q4TD
    JDJayden Daniels

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    30-27

    Jayden Daniels rushes 35 yards for a touchdown

  12. Missouri
    Q4TD
    CSCody Schrader

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    30-33

    Cody Schrader rushes 1 yard for a touchdown

  13. LSU
    Q4TD
    MNMalik Nabers

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    36-33

    Jayden Daniels pass to Malik Nabers for a touchdown (29 yards)

  14. Missouri
    Q4TD
    BCBrady Cook

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    36-39

    Brady Cook — Interception returned for a touchdown

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Jayden Daniels (LSU) — 255.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.70 EPA/play +16.05 EPA
  • Brady Cook (Missouri) — 380.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.11 EPA/play +5.22 EPA
  • Garrett Nussmeier (LSU) — 0.0 yds · -0.02 EPA/play -0.03 EPA

Rushing

  • Logan Diggs (LSU) — 134.0 yds · 1 TD +0.10 EPA
  • Jayden Daniels (LSU) — 134.0 yds · 1 TD +0.71 EPA
  • Cody Schrader (Missouri) — 114.0 yds · 3 TD +0.48 EPA

Receiving

  • Luther Burden III (Missouri) — 11 rec · 149.0 yds +0.64 EPA
  • Malik Nabers (LSU) — 6 rec · 146.0 yds +1.06 EPA
  • Theo Wease Jr. (Missouri) — 4 rec · 64.0 yds +0.78 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Jayden DanielsLSU2360.9%2553+0.70+16.05
Brady CookMissouri4961.2%3802+0.11+5.22
Garrett NussmeierLSU20.0%00-0.02-0.03

Team EPA comparison

StatLSUMissouri
Plays6668
EPA / play+0.435+0.178
Total EPA+28.71+12.11
Success rate51.5%47.1%
Pass EPA / play+0.641+0.107
Rush EPA / play+0.310+0.363
Yards533528

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q1LSU35-2.64Punt
Q1Missouri987+7.22Pass TD
Q1LSU1182+5.36Rush TD
Q1Missouri675+5.76Rush TD
Q1LSU312-1.10Punt
Q2Missouri657+3.94Pass TD
Q2LSU1054+1.08Field goal
Q2Missouri35-3.79Interception
Q2LSU655+6.21Pass TD
Q2Missouri847+1.25Field goal
Q3Missouri853+1.37Ended
Q3LSU761+1.23Field goal
Q3Missouri33-2.94Punt
Q3LSU245+3.77Pass TD
Q3Missouri680+6.37Rush TD
Q3LSU854+3.47Missed FG

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q4 · Missouri Tigers · Brady Cook — Interception returned for a touchdown (-7.13 EPA)
  2. Q4 · LSU Tigers · Jayden Daniels rushes 35 yards for a touchdown (+4.33 EPA)
  3. Q3 · LSU Tigers · Jayden Daniels pass to Brian Thomas Jr. for a touchdown (42 yards) (+4.1 EPA)
  4. Q4 · LSU Tigers · Jayden Daniels pass to Malik Nabers for a touchdown (29 yards) (+3.92 EPA)
  5. Q1 · Missouri Tigers · Brady Cook pass to Theo Wease Jr. for a touchdown (18 yards) (+3.6 EPA)
  6. Q4 · LSU Tigers · Field goal missed (-3.49 EPA)
  7. Q1 · Missouri Tigers · Brady Cook pass to Luther Burden III for 35 yards (2nd & 8) (+3.48 EPA)
  8. Q3 · Missouri Tigers · Cody Schrader rushes for 52 yards (2nd & 4) (+3.38 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • LSU Tigers controlled the final (49–39) in Week 6.
  • Passing edge: Jayden Daniels (LSU) — 255.0 yds, 3 TD.
  • EPA edge: LSU at 0.435 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 LSU Tigers vs Missouri Tigers?

LSU Tigers 49, Missouri Tigers 39 in Week 6 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won LSU Tigers vs Missouri Tigers?

LSU Tigers won with a final score of 49–39.

Where can I find the LSU Tigers vs Missouri Tigers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401520305.

Who led LSU Tigers vs Missouri Tigers in passing?

Jayden Daniels (LSU) led passers with 255.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for LSU Tigers at Missouri Tigers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Season records after this game

LSU Tigers

Entered 4-2 Now 5-2 W

Missouri Tigers

Entered 6-0 Now 6-1 L