Davidson Wildcats vs. Butler Bulldogs: 2023 Week 7 Recap

Quick answer

Davidson Wildcats defeated Butler Bulldogs 35–33 in Week 7, 2023. Final score: Davidson Wildcats 35, Butler Bulldogs 33.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Davidson Wildcats	6	18	12	0	35
Butler Bulldogs	6	6	3	9	33

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Coulter Cleland (Davidson) — 218.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.20 EPA/play +4.20 EPA
• Joey Audia (Butler) — 1.0 yds · -0.55 EPA/play -0.55 EPA
• Bret Bushka (Butler) — 126.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.28 EPA/play -8.52 EPA

Rushing

• Mari Adams (Davidson) — 171.0 yds · 3 TD +0.47 EPA
• Mason Sheron (Davidson) — 62.0 yds -0.03 EPA
• Jyran Mitchell (Butler) — 121.0 yds · 1 TD +0.33 EPA

Receiving

• Aaron Maione (Davidson) — 8 rec · 80.0 yds +0.21 EPA
• Mark McCurdy (Davidson) — 6 rec · 81.0 yds +1.46 EPA
• Ryan Lezon (Butler) — 4 rec · 25.0 yds +0.32 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Coulter Cleland	Davidson	21	90.5%	218	2	+0.20	+4.20
Joey Audia	Butler	1	100.0%	1	0	-0.55	-0.55
Bret Bushka	Butler	31	41.9%	126	1	-0.28	-8.52

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Davidson	Butler
Plays	77	56
EPA / play	+0.236	+0.031
Total EPA	+18.15	+1.72
Success rate	45.5%	35.7%
Pass EPA / play	+0.200	-0.283
Rush EPA / play	+0.249	+0.449
Yards	504	345

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Davidson	6	87	+7.30	Pass TD
Q1	Butler	5	59	+5.09	Pass TD
Q1	Davidson	8	53	+1.09	Ended
Q1	Butler	3	4	-2.87	Ended
Q1	Davidson	1	-5	+0.65	Ended
Q1	Davidson	13	54	-2.74	Interception
Q2	Butler	3	2	-5.45	Interception
Q2	Davidson	6	22	+3.76	Rush TD
Q2	Butler	3	68	+5.65	Rush TD
Q2	Davidson	6	76	+6.17	Rush TD
Q2	Butler	3	-1	-1.92	Punt
Q2	Davidson	4	67	+5.67	Pass TD
Q2	Butler	10	40	-0.29	Ended
Q3	Butler	6	17	-1.83	Punt
Q3	Davidson	3	6	-1.96	Touchdown
Q3	Davidson	7	34	+0.06	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Davidson Wildcats · Punt return touchdown (-6.3 EPA)
2. Q2 · Butler Bulldogs · Bret Bushka rushes 60 yards for a touchdown (+5.77 EPA)
3. Q2 · Davidson Wildcats · Coulter Cleland pass intercepted (-4.74 EPA)
4. Q2 · Davidson Wildcats · Mari Adams rushes 36 yards for a touchdown (+4.32 EPA)
5. Q2 · Davidson Wildcats · Coulter Cleland pass to Aaron Maione for a touchdown (25 yards) (+4.3 EPA)
6. Q2 · Butler Bulldogs · Bret Bushka pass intercepted (-4.02 EPA)
7. Q3 · Davidson Wildcats · Mason Sheron rushes for 12 yards (4th & 1) (+3.08 EPA)
8. Q1 · Davidson Wildcats · Coulter Cleland pass to Brody Reina for a touchdown (46 yards) (+3.08 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Davidson Wildcats controlled the final (35–33) in Week 7.
• Passing edge: Coulter Cleland (Davidson) — 218.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Davidson at 0.236 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 Davidson Wildcats vs Butler Bulldogs?

Davidson Wildcats 35, Butler Bulldogs 33 in Week 7 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Davidson Wildcats vs Butler Bulldogs?

Davidson Wildcats won with a final score of 35–33.

Where can I find the Davidson Wildcats vs Butler Bulldogs box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540401.

Who led Davidson Wildcats vs Butler Bulldogs in passing?

Coulter Cleland (Davidson) led passers with 218.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Davidson Wildcats at Butler Bulldogs in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.