Illinois Fighting Illini vs. Maryland Terrapins: 2023 Week 7 Recap

Quick answer

Illinois Fighting Illini defeated Maryland Terrapins 27–24 in Week 7, 2023. Final score: Illinois Fighting Illini 27, Maryland Terrapins 24.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Illinois Fighting Illini	6	6	9	3	27
Maryland Terrapins	6	6	6	3	24

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Taulia Tagovailoa (Maryland) — 253.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.12 EPA/play +4.99 EPA
• Jeshaun Jones (Maryland) — 21.0 yds · +1.55 EPA/play +1.55 EPA
• Luke Altmyer (Illinois) — 181.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.18 EPA/play -5.66 EPA

Rushing

• Kaden Feagin (Illinois) — 84.0 yds · 1 TD +0.31 EPA
• Roman Hemby (Maryland) — 70.0 yds +0.13 EPA
• Luke Altmyer (Illinois) — 54.0 yds -0.02 EPA

Receiving

• Kaden Prather (Maryland) — 4 rec · 70.0 yds +0.85 EPA
• Roman Hemby (Maryland) — 5 rec · 63.0 yds +0.54 EPA
• Casey Washington (Illinois) — 4 rec · 60.0 yds +0.77 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Taulia Tagovailoa	Maryland	41	58.5%	253	2	+0.12	+4.99
Jeshaun Jones	Maryland	1	100.0%	21	0	+1.55	+1.55
Luke Altmyer	Illinois	32	50.0%	181	2	-0.18	-5.66

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Illinois	Maryland
Plays	66	68
EPA / play	-0.015	+0.097
Total EPA	-0.98	+6.61
Success rate	43.9%	41.2%
Pass EPA / play	-0.177	+0.156
Rush EPA / play	+0.138	+0.003
Yards	337	390

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Maryland	8	24	-1.62	Punt
Q1	Illinois	7	85	+7.01	Pass TD
Q1	Maryland	5	19	-1.97	Punt
Q1	Illinois	7	35	-2.46	Interception
Q1	Maryland	7	52	+4.32	Pass TD
Q1	Illinois	6	18	-1.91	Punt
Q2	Maryland	3	0	-2.31	Punt
Q2	Illinois	3	0	-3.01	Missed FG
Q2	Maryland	8	73	+5.66	Pass TD
Q2	Illinois	5	11	-1.44	Punt
Q2	Maryland	4	35	-2.15	Fumble
Q2	Illinois	8	48	+4.97	Rush TD
Q2	Maryland	1	0	0.00	Ended
Q3	Illinois	8	49	+5.09	Pass TD
Q3	Maryland	7	33	-0.74	Missed FG
Q3	Illinois	7	36	-1.51	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Kaden Feagin rushes 2 yards for a touchdown (+5.25 EPA)
2. Q1 · Maryland Terrapins · Taulia Tagovailoa pass to Sean Greeley for a touchdown (4 yards) (+4.43 EPA)
3. Q1 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Luke Altmyer pass intercepted (-3.95 EPA)
4. Q1 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Luke Altmyer pass to Pat Bryant for a touchdown (44 yards) (+3.52 EPA)
5. Q1 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Luke Altmyer pass to Isaiah Williams for 18 yards (3rd & 9) (+3.48 EPA)
6. Q3 · Maryland Terrapins · Taulia Tagovailoa pass to Tyrese Chambers for 11 yards (4th & 2) (+3.28 EPA)
7. Q3 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Luke Altmyer pass to Isaiah Williams for a touchdown (15 yards) (+3.24 EPA)
8. Q2 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Luke Altmyer sacked for a loss of 8 yards (3rd & 2) (-3.24 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Illinois Fighting Illini controlled the final (27–24) in Week 7.
• Passing edge: Taulia Tagovailoa (Maryland) — 253.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Maryland at 0.097 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 Illinois Fighting Illini vs Maryland Terrapins?

Illinois Fighting Illini 27, Maryland Terrapins 24 in Week 7 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Illinois Fighting Illini vs Maryland Terrapins?

Illinois Fighting Illini won with a final score of 27–24.

Where can I find the Illinois Fighting Illini vs Maryland Terrapins box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401520320.

Who led Illinois Fighting Illini vs Maryland Terrapins in passing?

Taulia Tagovailoa (Maryland) led passers with 253.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Illinois Fighting Illini at Maryland Terrapins in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.