Quick answer
Montana State Bobcats defeated Cal Poly Mustangs 59–19 in Week 7, 2023. Final score: Cal Poly Mustangs 19, Montana State Bobcats 59.
Game summary
Montana State Bobcats dominated Cal Poly Mustangs 59–19 in Week 7 of the 2023 season.
- Scoring: 11 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 12 plays.
- Passing leader: Sam Huard (Cal Poly) — 224.0 pass yds, 3 TD, +0.18 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Jared White — 69.0 yds.
- Receiving leader: Evan Burkhart — 6 rec, 86.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Montana State (+0.268/play) vs Cal Poly (+0.070/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 19 | |
| 12 | 15 | 6 | 12 | 59 |
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Sam Huard (Cal Poly) — 224.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.18 EPA/play +6.43 EPA
- Tommy Mellott (Montana State) — 73.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.55 EPA/play +4.91 EPA
- Sean Chambers (Montana State) — 151.0 yds · +0.04 EPA/play +0.54 EPA
Rushing
- Jared White (Montana State) — 69.0 yds +0.03 EPA
- Mark Biggins (Cal Poly) — 54.0 yds
- Elijah Elliott (Montana State) — 37.0 yds · 1 TD +0.31 EPA
Receiving
- Evan Burkhart (Cal Poly) — 6 rec · 86.0 yds +1.97 EPA
- Giancarlo Woods (Cal Poly) — 5 rec · 58.0 yds +1.37 EPA
- Ty McCullouch (Montana State) — 4 rec · 119.0 yds +1.68 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Huard | 36 | 52.8% | 224 | 3 | +0.18 | +6.43 | |
| Tommy Mellott | 9 | 66.7% | 73 | 2 | +0.55 | +4.91 | |
| Sean Chambers | 15 | 46.7% | 151 | 0 | +0.04 | +0.54 | |
| Bo Kelly | 3 | 66.7% | 8 | 0 | -0.17 | -0.51 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | ||
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 61 | 57 |
| EPA / play | +0.070 | +0.268 |
| Total EPA | +4.28 | +15.25 |
| Success rate | 31.1% | 50.9% |
| Pass EPA / play | +0.152 | +0.227 |
| Rush EPA / play | -0.074 | +0.297 |
| Yards | 318 | 536 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 3 | -7 | -4.26 | Punt | |
| Q1 | 3 | 3 | -2.45 | Touchdown | |
| Q1 | 7 | 26 | -0.23 | Pass TD | |
| Q1 | 5 | 55 | +4.25 | Rush TD | |
| Q1 | 3 | 16 | -0.07 | Punt | |
| Q1 | 2 | 69 | +4.88 | Rush TD | |
| Q1 | 3 | 0 | -3.16 | Punt | |
| Q1 | 3 | 0 | -3.11 | Punt | |
| Q1 | 3 | 13 | -1.13 | Punt | |
| Q1 | 6 | 84 | +5.66 | Pass TD | |
| Q2 | 3 | 7 | +0.66 | Ended | |
| Q2 | 3 | 3 | -2.49 | Field goal | |
| Q2 | 5 | 23 | -0.76 | Punt | |
| Q2 | 3 | 9 | -0.51 | Punt | |
| Q2 | 4 | 60 | +6.11 | Pass TD | |
| Q2 | 6 | 87 | +6.30 | Pass TD |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q2 · Cal Poly Mustangs · Sam Huard pass to Evan Burkhart for a touchdown (41 yards) (+5.36 EPA)
- Q1 · Montana State Bobcats · Sean Chambers rushes 64 yards for a touchdown (+4.81 EPA)
- Q3 · Cal Poly Mustangs · Sam Huard pass to Evan Burkhart for 13 yards (4th & 7) (+4.58 EPA)
- Q1 · Cal Poly Mustangs · Punt return touchdown (-4.3 EPA)
- Q2 · Montana State Bobcats · Tommy Mellott pass to Jared White for a touchdown (17 yards) (+4.26 EPA)
- Q3 · Cal Poly Mustangs · Sam Huard pass to Tyrece Fairly-Diyem for a touchdown (23 yards) (+4.03 EPA)
- Q1 · Cal Poly Mustangs · Sam Huard pass to Giancarlo Woods for a touchdown (16 yards) (+3.92 EPA)
- Q3 · Cal Poly Mustangs · Field goal missed (-3.48 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Montana State Bobcats controlled the final (59–19) in Week 7.
- Passing edge: Sam Huard (Cal Poly) — 224.0 yds, 3 TD.
- EPA edge: Montana State at 0.268 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 Cal Poly Mustangs vs Montana State Bobcats?
Cal Poly Mustangs 19, Montana State Bobcats 59 in Week 7 of the 2023 college football season.
Who won Cal Poly Mustangs vs Montana State Bobcats?
Montana State Bobcats won with a final score of 19–59.
Where can I find the Cal Poly Mustangs vs Montana State Bobcats box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540230.
Who led Cal Poly Mustangs vs Montana State Bobcats in passing?
Sam Huard (Cal Poly) led passers with 224.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Cal Poly Mustangs at Montana State Bobcats in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Cal Poly Mustangs
Entered 1-4 Now 1-5 L
Montana State Bobcats
Entered 4-1 Now 5-1 W