Southern Illinois Salukis vs. Murray State Racers: 2023 Week 7 Recap

Quick answer

Southern Illinois Salukis defeated Murray State Racers 27–6 in Week 7, 2023. Final score: Southern Illinois Salukis 27, Murray State Racers 6.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Southern Illinois Salukis	9	3	6	6	27
Murray State Racers	0	3	0	3	6

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Nic Baker (Southern Illinois) — 137.0 yds · +0.02 EPA/play +0.56 EPA
• DJ Williams (Murray State) — 129.0 yds · -0.54 EPA/play -16.73 EPA

Rushing

• Justin Strong (Southern Illinois) — 128.0 yds · 1 TD +0.45 EPA
• Shaun Lester (Southern Illinois) — 85.0 yds · 1 TD +0.35 EPA
• Jaelin Benefield (Southern Illinois) — 39.0 yds -0.35 EPA

Receiving

• Izaiah Hartrup (Southern Illinois) — 6 rec · 63.0 yds +1.05 EPA
• Vinson Davis III (Southern Illinois) — 3 rec · 51.0 yds +1.03 EPA
• Isaiah Hill (Murray State) — 3 rec · 26.0 yds +0.06 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Nic Baker	Southern Illinois	23	60.9%	137	0	+0.02	+0.56
DJ Williams	Murray State	31	35.5%	129	0	-0.54	-16.73

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Southern Illinois	Murray State
Plays	73	56
EPA / play	-0.023	-0.518
Total EPA	-1.71	-29.00
Success rate	45.2%	26.8%
Pass EPA / play	+0.024	-0.540
Rush EPA / play	-0.045	-0.491
Yards	417	187

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Southern Illinois	1	80	+6.93	Rush TD
Q1	Murray State	12	52	-4.54	Interception
Q1	Southern Illinois	15	76	+1.81	Field goal
Q1	Murray State	7	54	+1.29	Field goal
Q2	Southern Illinois	6	30	-1.04	Punt
Q2	Murray State	3	6	-1.49	Punt
Q2	Southern Illinois	4	0	-5.61	Fumble
Q2	Murray State	7	14	-7.02	Fumble
Q2	Southern Illinois	10	50	-0.23	Field goal
Q2	Murray State	1	0	0.00	Ended
Q3	Murray State	3	1	-3.07	Punt
Q3	Southern Illinois	3	8	-2.06	Punt
Q3	Murray State	3	9	-1.72	Punt
Q3	Southern Illinois	6	48	+3.40	Rush TD
Q3	Murray State	3	1	-2.95	Punt
Q3	Southern Illinois	3	0	-3.58	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Southern Illinois Salukis · Justin Strong rushes 80 yards for a touchdown (+6.93 EPA)
2. Q1 · Murray State Racers · DJ Williams pass intercepted (-5.98 EPA)
3. Q1 · Murray State Racers · DJ Williams pass to Michael Fox for 35 yards (3rd & 20) (+4.93 EPA)
4. Q2 · Southern Illinois Salukis · Fumble (-4.38 EPA)
5. Q1 · Murray State Racers · DJ Williams pass to Taylor Shields for 23 yards (3rd & 10) (+3.95 EPA)
6. Q1 · Murray State Racers · Penalty (4th & 3) (+3.9 EPA)
7. Q4 · Murray State Racers · DJ Williams pass to Michael Fox for 36 yards (2nd & 10) (+3.88 EPA)
8. Q4 · Southern Illinois Salukis · Rush (2nd & 9) (-3.87 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Southern Illinois Salukis controlled the final (27–6) in Week 7.
• Passing edge: Nic Baker (Southern Illinois) — 137.0 yds.
• EPA edge: Southern Illinois at -0.023 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 Southern Illinois Salukis vs Murray State Racers?

Southern Illinois Salukis 27, Murray State Racers 6 in Week 7 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Southern Illinois Salukis vs Murray State Racers?

Southern Illinois Salukis won with a final score of 27–6.

Where can I find the Southern Illinois Salukis vs Murray State Racers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540365.

Who led Southern Illinois Salukis vs Murray State Racers in passing?

Nic Baker (Southern Illinois) led passers with 137.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Southern Illinois Salukis at Murray State Racers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.