Tarleton State Texans vs. Eastern Kentucky Colonels: 2023 Week 7 Recap

Quick answer

Eastern Kentucky Colonels defeated Tarleton State Texans 41–35 in Week 7, 2023. Final score: Tarleton State Texans 35, Eastern Kentucky Colonels 41.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	OT	Final
Tarleton State Texans	12	6	0	6	6	35
Eastern Kentucky Colonels	6	12	6	0	6	41

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Parker McKinney (Eastern Kentucky) — 184.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.08 EPA/play +2.70 EPA
• Victor Gabalis (Tarleton State) — 175.0 yds · 3 TD · -0.01 EPA/play -0.21 EPA

Rushing

• Braedon Sloan (Eastern Kentucky) — 120.0 yds · 3 TD +0.28 EPA
• Kayvon Britten (Tarleton State) — 187.0 yds · 1 TD +0.76 EPA
• Derrel Kelley III (Tarleton State) — 102.0 yds · 1 TD +0.13 EPA

Receiving

• Darius Cooper (Tarleton State) — 5 rec · 113.0 yds +1.70 EPA
• Braedon Sloan (Eastern Kentucky) — 5 rec · 40.0 yds +0.70 EPA
• Benjamin Omayebu (Tarleton State) — 5 rec · 39.0 yds +0.80 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Parker McKinney	Eastern Kentucky	35	54.3%	184	1	+0.08	+2.70
Victor Gabalis	Tarleton State	29	51.7%	175	3	-0.01	-0.21

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Tarleton State	Eastern Kentucky
Plays	69	73
EPA / play	+0.254	+0.268
Total EPA	+15.73	+18.22
Success rate	50.7%	52.1%
Pass EPA / play	-0.009	+0.077
Rush EPA / play	+0.419	+0.470
Yards	497	447

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Tarleton State	11	75	+6.17	Pass TD
Q1	Eastern Kentucky	7	30	-1.15	Punt
Q1	Tarleton State	4	18	-0.95	Punt
Q1	Eastern Kentucky	5	74	+6.27	Rush TD
Q1	Tarleton State	5	24	+1.65	Rush TD
Q1	Eastern Kentucky	13	75	+6.24	Rush TD
Q2	Tarleton State	6	75	+5.76	Pass TD
Q2	Eastern Kentucky	3	-3	-2.46	Punt
Q2	Tarleton State	5	46	-2.29	Interception
Q2	Eastern Kentucky	7	46	+3.61	Rush TD
Q2	Tarleton State	4	24	+0.67	Ended
Q3	Eastern Kentucky	10	75	+6.17	Pass TD
Q3	Tarleton State	7	41	-0.03	Punt
Q3	Eastern Kentucky	7	26	-0.53	Punt
Q3	Tarleton State	3	2	-2.94	Punt
Q3	Eastern Kentucky	7	37	+0.29	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Tarleton State Texans · Kayvon Britten rushes for 59 yards (2nd & 18) (+4.76 EPA)
2. Q1 · Eastern Kentucky Colonels · Joshua Carter rushes 48 yards for a touchdown (+4.38 EPA)
3. Q1 · Eastern Kentucky Colonels · Parker McKinney pass to Dequan Stanley for 21 yards (3rd & 10) (+3.87 EPA)
4. Q3 · Tarleton State Texans · Kayvon Britten rushes for 30 yards (2nd & 10) (+3.66 EPA)
5. Q1 · Tarleton State Texans · Penalty (3rd & 6) (+3.48 EPA)
6. Q1 · Tarleton State Texans · Victor Gabalis rushes for 21 yards (3rd & 6) (+3.4 EPA)
7. Q2 · Tarleton State Texans · Derrel Kelley III rushes for 36 yards (2nd & 14) (+3.32 EPA)
8. Q2 · Tarleton State Texans · Victor Gabalis pass to Darius Cooper for a touchdown (27 yards) (+3.12 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Eastern Kentucky Colonels controlled the final (41–35) in Week 7.
• Passing edge: Parker McKinney (Eastern Kentucky) — 184.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Eastern Kentucky 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 Tarleton State Texans vs Eastern Kentucky Colonels?

Tarleton State Texans 35, Eastern Kentucky Colonels 41 in Week 7 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Tarleton State Texans vs Eastern Kentucky Colonels?

Eastern Kentucky Colonels won with a final score of 35–41.

Where can I find the Tarleton State Texans vs Eastern Kentucky Colonels box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540195.

Who led Tarleton State Texans vs Eastern Kentucky Colonels in passing?

Parker McKinney (Eastern Kentucky) led passers with 184.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Tarleton State Texans at Eastern Kentucky Colonels in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.