Air Force Falcons vs. Navy Midshipmen: 2023 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Air Force Falcons defeated Navy Midshipmen 17–6 in Week 8, 2023. Final score: Air Force Falcons 17, Navy Midshipmen 6.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Air Force Falcons	0	6	3	0	17
Navy Midshipmen	0	0	0	12	6

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Zac Larrier (Air Force) — 151.0 yds · 1 TD · +1.47 EPA/play +8.80 EPA
• Tai Lavatai (Navy) — 96.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.14 EPA/play +2.97 EPA
• Braxton Woodson (Navy) — -14.0 yds · -1.17 EPA/play -11.71 EPA

Rushing

• Emmanuel Michel (Air Force) — 69.0 yds -0.38 EPA
• Zac Larrier (Air Force) — 24.0 yds -0.19 EPA
• Alex Tecza (Navy) — 24.0 yds -0.23 EPA

Receiving

• Alex Tecza (Navy) — 4 rec · 27.0 yds +0.82 EPA
• Eli Heidenreich (Navy) — 3 rec · 22.0 yds +1.19 EPA
• Tyler Bradley (Navy) — 3 rec · 20.0 yds +0.27 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Zac Larrier	Air Force	6	66.7%	151	1	+1.47	+8.80
Tai Lavatai	Navy	22	59.1%	96	1	+0.14	+2.97
Braxton Woodson	Navy	10	20.0%	-14	0	-1.17	-11.71

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Air Force	Navy
Plays	52	64
EPA / play	-0.254	-0.438
Total EPA	-13.20	-28.02
Success rate	25.0%	25.0%
Pass EPA / play	+1.467	-0.443
Rush EPA / play	-0.478	-0.432
Yards	288	137

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Air Force	8	50	+0.63	Missed FG
Q1	Navy	3	1	-3.18	Punt
Q1	Air Force	3	8	-1.83	Punt
Q1	Navy	3	-6	-4.22	Punt
Q1	Air Force	2	26	-4.41	Fumble
Q1	Navy	3	6	-2.67	Punt
Q1	Air Force	2	94	+7.44	Pass TD
Q2	Navy	6	12	-1.78	Punt
Q2	Air Force	4	31	-0.83	Punt
Q2	Navy	3	7	-1.13	Punt
Q2	Air Force	3	2	-2.65	Punt
Q2	Navy	3	-2	-1.30	Punt
Q2	Air Force	3	7	-1.56	Punt
Q2	Navy	3	3	-0.35	Ended
Q3	Navy	3	4	-2.45	Punt
Q3	Air Force	3	9	-1.60	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Air Force Falcons · Zac Larrier pass to Dane Kinamon for a touchdown (94 yards) (+8.28 EPA)
2. Q4 · Navy Midshipmen · Interception returned for a touchdown (-5.88 EPA)
3. Q4 · Navy Midshipmen · Tai Lavatai pass intercepted (-4.46 EPA)
4. Q1 · Air Force Falcons · Fumble (-4.26 EPA)
5. Q4 · Navy Midshipmen · Tai Lavatai pass to Eli Heidenreich for a touchdown (10 yards) (+3.82 EPA)
6. Q1 · Air Force Falcons · Zac Larrier rushes for 3 yards (4th & 1) (+2.54 EPA)
7. Q4 · Navy Midshipmen · Tai Lavatai pass to Alex Tecza for 6 yards (4th & 3) (+2.33 EPA)
8. Q1 · Air Force Falcons · Field goal missed (-2.29 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Air Force Falcons controlled the final (17–6) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Zac Larrier (Air Force) — 151.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Air Force at -0.254 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 Air Force Falcons vs Navy Midshipmen?

Air Force Falcons 17, Navy Midshipmen 6 in Week 8 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Air Force Falcons vs Navy Midshipmen?

Air Force Falcons won with a final score of 17–6.

Where can I find the Air Force Falcons vs Navy Midshipmen box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401531434.

Who led Air Force Falcons vs Navy Midshipmen in passing?

Zac Larrier (Air Force) led passers with 151.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Air Force Falcons at Navy Midshipmen in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.