Norfolk State Spartans vs. Howard Bison: 2023 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Howard Bison defeated Norfolk State Spartans 27–23 in Week 8, 2023. Final score: Norfolk State Spartans 23, Howard Bison 27.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Norfolk State Spartans	3	12	0	6	23
Howard Bison	6	3	3	12	27

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Quinton Williams (Howard) — 230.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.87 EPA/play +15.61 EPA
• Otto Kuhns (Norfolk State) — 210.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.43 EPA/play +10.45 EPA
• Kasey Hawthorne (Howard) — 10.0 yds · +0.43 EPA/play +0.43 EPA

Rushing

• X'Zavion Evans (Norfolk State) — 36.0 yds -0.19 EPA
• Jarett Hunter (Howard) — 64.0 yds -0.11 EPA
• Kevon King (Norfolk State) — 49.0 yds · 1 TD +0.24 EPA

Receiving

• Richie Ilarraza (Howard) — 5 rec · 82.0 yds +0.73 EPA
• Kasey Hawthorne (Howard) — 4 rec · 67.0 yds +0.11 EPA
• Kuhns Tavian Morris (Norfolk State) — 4 rec · 87.0 yds +2.06 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Quinton Williams	Howard	18	83.3%	230	2	+0.87	+15.61
Otto Kuhns	Norfolk State	24	66.7%	210	1	+0.43	+10.45
Kasey Hawthorne	Howard	1	100.0%	10	0	+0.43	+0.43
Kaden Cobb	Howard	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.52	-0.52
incomplete	Norfolk State	6	0.0%	0	0	-0.97	-5.83
incomplete	Howard	6	0.0%	0	0	-1.06	-6.37

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Norfolk State	Howard
Plays	70	56
EPA / play	+0.064	+0.101
Total EPA	+4.47	+5.66
Success rate	38.6%	39.3%
Pass EPA / play	+0.154	+0.326
Rush EPA / play	-0.004	-0.109
Yards	359	345

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Norfolk State	4	12	-2.48	Punt
Q1	Howard	10	83	+6.35	Rush TD
Q1	Norfolk State	10	65	+0.86	Field goal
Q1	Howard	2	1	-2.28	Punt
Q1	Norfolk State	5	23	-0.46	Punt
Q1	Howard	2	5	-2.02	Interception
Q1	Norfolk State	10	76	+7.69	Rush TD
Q2	Howard	3	7	-2.06	Punt
Q2	Norfolk State	12	49	+5.08	Pass TD
Q2	Howard	12	80	-0.89	Field goal
Q3	Norfolk State	4	23	-1.62	Punt
Q3	Howard	4	18	-1.35	Punt
Q3	Norfolk State	3	-4	-4.00	Punt
Q3	Howard	7	19	-2.19	Punt
Q3	Norfolk State	10	49	+0.53	Field goal
Q4	Howard	6	63	+5.22	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Howard Bison · Quinton Williams pass to Jarett Hunter for a touchdown (15 yards) (+4.84 EPA)
2. Q4 · Howard Bison · Quinton Williams pass to Eden James for a touchdown (45 yards) (+4.71 EPA)
3. Q2 · Norfolk State Spartans · Otto Kuhns pass to Kuhns Tavian Morris for 35 yards (3rd & 9) (+4.46 EPA)
4. Q1 · Howard Bison · Quinton Williams pass to Richie Ilarraza for 21 yards (4th & 3) (+4.45 EPA)
5. Q1 · Norfolk State Spartans · Otto Kuhns pass to Kuhns Andre Pegues for 46 yards (3rd & 6) (+4.17 EPA)
6. Q2 · Norfolk State Spartans · Otto Kuhns pass to Kuhns RJ Baker for a touchdown (14 yards) (+3.99 EPA)
7. Q1 · Howard Bison · Quinton Williams pass to Kasey Hawthorne for 52 yards (1st & 10) (+3.52 EPA)
8. Q2 · Norfolk State Spartans · Punt for 6 yards (-3.34 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Howard Bison controlled the final (27–23) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Quinton Williams (Howard) — 230.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Howard at 0.101 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 Norfolk State Spartans vs Howard Bison?

Norfolk State Spartans 23, Howard Bison 27 in Week 8 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Norfolk State Spartans vs Howard Bison?

Howard Bison won with a final score of 23–27.

Where can I find the Norfolk State Spartans vs Howard Bison box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401534854.

Who led Norfolk State Spartans vs Howard Bison in passing?

Quinton Williams (Howard) led passers with 230.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Norfolk State Spartans at Howard Bison in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.