Illinois State Redbirds vs. Youngstown State Penguins: 2023 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Youngstown State Penguins defeated Illinois State Redbirds 41–38 in Week 8, 2023. Final score: Illinois State Redbirds 38, Youngstown State Penguins 41.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Illinois State Redbirds	6	18	6	3	38
Youngstown State Penguins	12	12	3	9	41

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Zack Annexstad (Illinois State) — 227.0 yds · 5 TD · +0.20 EPA/play +7.35 EPA
• Mitch Davidson (Youngstown State) — 197.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.26 EPA/play +6.69 EPA

Rushing

• Tyshon King (Youngstown State) — 148.0 yds · 1 TD +0.31 EPA
• Dra Rushton (Youngstown State) — 109.0 yds -0.06 EPA
• Mason Blakemore (Illinois State) — 128.0 yds +0.08 EPA

Receiving

• Daniel Sobkowicz (Illinois State) — 11 rec · 170.0 yds +1.58 EPA
• Jalen Carr (Illinois State) — 5 rec · 25.0 yds +0.11 EPA
• Dra Rushton (Youngstown State) — 4 rec · 41.0 yds +0.80 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Zack Annexstad	Illinois State	37	62.2%	227	5	+0.20	+7.35
Mitch Davidson	Youngstown State	26	61.5%	197	4	+0.26	+6.69

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Illinois State	Youngstown State
Plays	65	74
EPA / play	+0.147	+0.150
Total EPA	+9.54	+11.12
Success rate	44.6%	43.2%
Pass EPA / play	+0.199	+0.257
Rush EPA / play	+0.078	+0.092
Yards	441	465

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Illinois State	3	-2	-3.49	Punt
Q1	Youngstown State	10	50	+2.90	Ended
Q1	Illinois State	1	0	-0.01	Ended
Q1	Youngstown State	1	1	+1.18	Rush TD
Q1	Illinois State	2	2	-2.08	Punt
Q1	Youngstown State	5	16	-2.00	Punt
Q1	Illinois State	7	64	+5.64	Pass TD
Q1	Youngstown State	3	75	+5.78	Pass TD
Q1	Illinois State	5	75	+6.20	Pass TD
Q2	Youngstown State	6	75	+5.75	Pass TD
Q2	Illinois State	5	65	+4.25	Pass TD
Q2	Youngstown State	3	71	+5.50	Pass TD
Q2	Illinois State	4	19	-1.29	Punt
Q2	Youngstown State	3	9	-0.62	Punt
Q2	Illinois State	4	22	-0.73	Punt
Q2	Youngstown State	3	1	-0.17	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Youngstown State Penguins · Mitch Davidson pass to C.J. Charleston for a touchdown (72 yards) (+7.2 EPA)
2. Q3 · Illinois State Redbirds · Zack Annexstad pass intercepted (-4.96 EPA)
3. Q2 · Illinois State Redbirds · Zack Annexstad pass to Daniel Sobkowicz for a touchdown (31 yards) (+4.8 EPA)
4. Q2 · Illinois State Redbirds · Wenkers Wright rushes for 54 yards (2nd & 10) (+4.34 EPA)
5. Q4 · Illinois State Redbirds · Penalty (4th & 10) (+3.46 EPA)
6. Q4 · Youngstown State Penguins · Tyshon King rushes for 3 yards (4th & 2) (+3.24 EPA)
7. Q3 · Illinois State Redbirds · Zack Annexstad pass to Javon Charles for 11 yards (3rd & 11) (+3.06 EPA)
8. Q2 · Youngstown State Penguins · Mitch Davidson pass to Joey Farthing for a touchdown (33 yards) (+3.01 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Youngstown State Penguins controlled the final (41–38) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Zack Annexstad (Illinois State) — 227.0 yds, 5 TD.
• EPA edge: Youngstown State at 0.15 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 Illinois State Redbirds vs Youngstown State Penguins?

Illinois State Redbirds 38, Youngstown State Penguins 41 in Week 8 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Illinois State Redbirds vs Youngstown State Penguins?

Youngstown State Penguins won with a final score of 38–41.

Where can I find the Illinois State Redbirds vs Youngstown State Penguins box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540105.

Who led Illinois State Redbirds vs Youngstown State Penguins in passing?

Zack Annexstad (Illinois State) led passers with 227.0 yards and 5 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Illinois State Redbirds at Youngstown State Penguins in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.