Quick answer
Buffalo Bulls defeated Kent State Golden Flashes 24–6 in Week 8, 2023. Final score: Buffalo Bulls 24, Kent State Golden Flashes 6.
Game summary
Buffalo Bulls rolled past Kent State Golden Flashes 24–6 in Week 8 of the 2023 season.
- Scoring: 3 touchdowns, 3 field goals across 6 plays.
- Passing leader: Cole Snyder (Buffalo) — 195.0 pass yds, 1 TD, -0.07 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Jaylen Thomas — 75.0 yds.
- Receiving leader: Chrishon McCray — 5 rec, 52.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Buffalo (+0.020/play) vs Kent State (-0.419/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Buffalo Bulls | 6 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 24 |
 Kent State Golden Flashes | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
BUFBuffalo BullsField goal good from 38 yards
Field goal good from 37 yards
Cole Snyder pass to Andrew Schnackenberg for a touchdown (2 yards)
Ron Cook Jr. rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
Field goal good from 53 yards
Al-Jay Henderson rushes 2 yards for a touchdown
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Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Kent State
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 21
- Score
- 0-3
Field goal good from 38 yards
- Kent State
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 20
- Score
- 0-6
Field goal good from 37 yards
- Buffalo
Q1TD ASAndrew SchnackenbergPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-6
Cole Snyder pass to Andrew Schnackenberg for a touchdown (2 yards)
- Buffalo
Q2TD RCRon Cook Jr.Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-6
Ron Cook Jr. rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
- Buffalo
Q3FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 36
- Score
- 15-6
Field goal good from 53 yards
- Buffalo
Q4TD AHAl-Jay HendersonPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 21-6
Al-Jay Henderson rushes 2 yards for a touchdown
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Cole Snyder (Buffalo) — 195.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.07 EPA/play -2.17 EPA
- Tommy Ulatowski (Kent State) — 27.0 yds · -0.75 EPA/play -9.04 EPA
- Michael Alaimo (Kent State) — 26.0 yds · -0.55 EPA/play -9.33 EPA
Rushing
- Jaylen Thomas (Kent State) — 75.0 yds -0.28 EPA
- Jacqez Barksdale (Buffalo) — 86.0 yds +0.44 EPA
- Ron Cook Jr. (Buffalo) — 54.0 yds · 1 TD +0.49 EPA
Receiving
- Chrishon McCray (Kent State) — 5 rec · 52.0 yds +0.05 EPA
- Boobie Curry (Buffalo) — 2 rec · 17.0 yds -0.36 EPA
- Jameel Gardner Jr. (Kent State) — 4 rec · 14.0 yds -0.69 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cole Snyder | Buffalo | 33 | 57.6% | 195 | 1 | -0.07 | -2.17 |
| Tommy Ulatowski | Kent State | 12 | 41.7% | 27 | 0 | -0.75 | -9.04 |
| Michael Alaimo | Kent State | 17 | 41.2% | 26 | 0 | -0.55 | -9.33 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Buffalo | Kent State |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 67 | 61 |
| EPA / play | +0.020 | -0.419 |
| Total EPA | +1.36 | -25.54 |
| Success rate | 41.8% | 23.0% |
| Pass EPA / play | -0.066 | -0.634 |
| Rush EPA / play | +0.104 | -0.224 |
| Yards | 359 | 178 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Kent State | 3 | 1 | -3.16 | Punt |
| Q1 | Buffalo | 5 | 27 | +2.18 | Punt |
| Q1 | Kent State | 8 | 64 | +1.91 | Field goal |
| Q1 | Buffalo | 2 | 0 | -5.92 | Interception |
| Q1 | Kent State | 3 | 3 | -2.66 | Field goal |
| Q1 | Buffalo | 5 | 77 | +7.68 | Pass TD |
| Q1 | Kent State | 3 | 4 | -2.68 | Punt |
| Q1 | Buffalo | 11 | 70 | +5.88 | Rush TD |
| Q2 | Kent State | 7 | 37 | -5.33 | Interception |
| Q2 | Buffalo | 5 | 29 | -1.20 | Punt |
| Q2 | Kent State | 2 | 2 | -0.30 | Ended |
| Q2 | Kent State | 4 | 12 | +0.90 | Punt |
| Q2 | Buffalo | 6 | 15 | -0.54 | Punt |
| Q2 | Kent State | 3 | 7 | -0.78 | Ended |
| Q3 | Buffalo | 6 | 33 | -0.82 | Field goal |
| Q3 | Kent State | 6 | 11 | -2.61 | Punt |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q2 · Kent State Golden Flashes · Tommy Ulatowski pass intercepted (-5.04 EPA)
- Q1 · Buffalo Bulls · Cole Snyder pass intercepted (-5.0 EPA)
- Q3 · Kent State Golden Flashes · Punt for 32 yards (+4.16 EPA)
- Q2 · Buffalo Bulls · Cole Snyder pass to Cole Harrity for 28 yards (3rd & 4) (+3.34 EPA)
- Q1 · Buffalo Bulls · Jacqez Barksdale rushes for 39 yards (1st & 10) (+3.0 EPA)
- Q3 · Buffalo Bulls · Field goal good from 53 yards (+2.96 EPA)
- Q3 · Kent State Golden Flashes · Punt for 19 yards (-2.66 EPA)
- Q4 · Kent State Golden Flashes · Michael Alaimo sacked for a loss of 8 yards (4th & 4) (-2.64 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Buffalo Bulls controlled the final (24–6) in Week 8.
- Passing edge: Cole Snyder (Buffalo) — 195.0 yds, 1 TD.
- EPA edge: Buffalo at 0.02 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 Buffalo Bulls vs Kent State Golden Flashes?
Buffalo Bulls 24, Kent State Golden Flashes 6 in Week 8 of the 2023 college football season.
Who won Buffalo Bulls vs Kent State Golden Flashes?
Buffalo Bulls won with a final score of 24–6.
Where can I find the Buffalo Bulls vs Kent State Golden Flashes box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401532430.
Who led Buffalo Bulls vs Kent State Golden Flashes in passing?
Cole Snyder (Buffalo) led passers with 195.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Buffalo Bulls at Kent State Golden Flashes in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Buffalo Bulls
Entered 2-5 Now 3-5 W
Kent State Golden Flashes
Entered 1-6 Now 1-7 L
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