Missouri Tigers vs. Kentucky Wildcats: 2023 Week 7 Recap

Quick answer

Missouri Tigers defeated Kentucky Wildcats 38–21 in Week 7, 2023. Final score: Missouri Tigers 38, Kentucky Wildcats 21.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Missouri Tigers	0	15	3	15	38
Kentucky Wildcats	12	0	6	0	21

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Luke Bauer (Missouri) — 39.0 yds · 1 TD · +7.25 EPA/play +7.25 EPA
• Brady Cook (Missouri) — 164.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.03 EPA/play -0.72 EPA
• Devin Leary (Kentucky) — 74.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.61 EPA/play -18.83 EPA

Rushing

• Cody Schrader (Missouri) — 71.0 yds · 1 TD -0.20 EPA
• Ray Davis (Kentucky) — 127.0 yds +0.24 EPA
• Brady Cook (Missouri) — 43.0 yds · 1 TD +0.01 EPA

Receiving

• Theo Wease Jr. (Missouri) — 5 rec · 58.0 yds +1.74 EPA
• Brett Norfleet (Missouri) — 4 rec · 40.0 yds +0.67 EPA
• Barion Brown (Kentucky) — 2 rec · 18.0 yds -1.60 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Luke Bauer	Missouri	1	100.0%	39	1	+7.25	+7.25
Brady Cook	Missouri	29	62.1%	164	1	-0.03	-0.72
Devin Leary	Kentucky	31	41.9%	74	2	-0.61	-18.83

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Missouri	Kentucky
Plays	67	56
EPA / play	-0.014	-0.212
Total EPA	-0.93	-11.86
Success rate	40.3%	41.1%
Pass EPA / play	+0.218	-0.607
Rush EPA / play	-0.202	+0.279
Yards	325	260

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Missouri	3	0	-3.31	Punt
Q1	Kentucky	8	70	+5.93	Pass TD
Q1	Missouri	4	15	-3.88	Interception
Q1	Kentucky	9	73	+5.91	Rush TD
Q1	Missouri	3	1	-3.35	Punt
Q1	Kentucky	3	2	-2.92	Punt
Q2	Missouri	6	69	+6.27	Pass TD
Q2	Kentucky	3	6	-1.66	Punt
Q2	Missouri	12	41	+0.09	Field goal
Q2	Kentucky	5	3	-1.09	Punt
Q2	Missouri	7	53	+5.39	Pass TD
Q2	Kentucky	1	8	0.00	Ended
Q3	Kentucky	1	4	-4.99	Fumble
Q3	Missouri	5	17	-2.01	Field goal
Q3	Kentucky	3	0	-2.32	Punt
Q3	Missouri	5	26	-1.33	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Missouri Tigers · Luke Bauer pass to Marquis Johnson for a touchdown (39 yards) (+7.25 EPA)
2. Q1 · Missouri Tigers · Brady Cook pass intercepted (-5.27 EPA)
3. Q3 · Kentucky Wildcats · Fumble (-4.99 EPA)
4. Q2 · Missouri Tigers · Brady Cook pass to Theo Wease Jr. for a touchdown (18 yards) (+4.46 EPA)
5. Q3 · Kentucky Wildcats · Penalty (3rd & 14) (+3.2 EPA)
6. Q4 · Kentucky Wildcats · Devin Leary pass intercepted (-3.2 EPA)
7. Q1 · Kentucky Wildcats · Devin Leary pass to Ray Davis for a touchdown (7 yards) (+3.0 EPA)
8. Q4 · Kentucky Wildcats · Devin Leary pass intercepted (-2.91 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Missouri Tigers controlled the final (38–21) in Week 7.
• Passing edge: Luke Bauer (Missouri) — 39.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Missouri at -0.014 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 Missouri Tigers vs Kentucky Wildcats?

Missouri Tigers 38, Kentucky Wildcats 21 in Week 7 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Missouri Tigers vs Kentucky Wildcats?

Missouri Tigers won with a final score of 38–21.

Where can I find the Missouri Tigers vs Kentucky Wildcats box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401520318.

Who led Missouri Tigers vs Kentucky Wildcats in passing?

Luke Bauer (Missouri) led passers with 39.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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