Samford Bulldogs vs. VMI Keydets: 2023 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Samford Bulldogs defeated VMI Keydets 27–14 in Week 8, 2023. Final score: Samford Bulldogs 27, VMI Keydets 14.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Samford Bulldogs	9	15	0	0	27
VMI Keydets	0	12	0	0	14

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Isaiah Lemmond (VMI) — 0.0 yds · -1.06 EPA/play -1.06 EPA
• Michael Hiers (Samford) — 234.0 yds · -0.08 EPA/play -3.76 EPA
• Collin Ironside (VMI) — 168.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.14 EPA/play -5.32 EPA

Rushing

• Jay Stanton (Samford) — 156.0 yds · 2 TD +0.29 EPA
• Hunter Rice (VMI) — 123.0 yds · 1 TD +0.87 EPA
• Damonta Witherspoon (Samford) — 44.0 yds · 1 TD +0.40 EPA

Receiving

• Aidan Twombly (VMI) — 6 rec · 75.0 yds +0.48 EPA
• Chandler Smith (Samford) — 9 rec · 69.0 yds +0.02 EPA
• Isaiah Lemmond (VMI) — 5 rec · 72.0 yds +0.25 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Isaiah Lemmond	VMI	1	0.0%	0	0	-1.06	-1.06
Michael Hiers	Samford	47	72.3%	234	0	-0.08	-3.76
Collin Ironside	VMI	37	51.4%	168	1	-0.14	-5.32

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Samford	VMI
Plays	82	68
EPA / play	+0.134	-0.037
Total EPA	+10.97	-2.55
Success rate	46.3%	38.2%
Pass EPA / play	-0.080	-0.168
Rush EPA / play	+0.421	+0.128
Yards	470	352

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	VMI	4	6	-3.18	Punt
Q1	Samford	11	75	+2.73	Field goal
Q1	VMI	3	4	-2.54	Punt
Q1	Samford	3	8	-2.28	Punt
Q1	VMI	3	-2	-2.96	Punt
Q1	Samford	3	49	+3.63	Rush TD
Q1	VMI	5	76	+6.53	Rush TD
Q2	Samford	5	75	+5.58	Rush TD
Q2	VMI	6	71	+6.30	Pass TD
Q2	Samford	14	80	+6.52	Rush TD
Q2	VMI	3	2	-1.76	Punt
Q2	Samford	12	52	+0.40	Field goal
Q2	VMI	3	8	-0.45	Punt
Q2	Samford	4	18	+0.05	Ended
Q3	Samford	7	37	+0.02	Punt
Q3	VMI	3	2	-2.26	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Samford Bulldogs · Punt (-5.58 EPA)
2. Q1 · Samford Bulldogs · Michael Hiers pass to D.J. Rias for 48 yards (2nd & 13) (+4.88 EPA)
3. Q2 · Samford Bulldogs · Joseph Mera rushes for 35 yards (4th & 5) (+4.82 EPA)
4. Q2 · VMI Keydets · Hunter Rice rushes 47 yards for a touchdown (+4.08 EPA)
5. Q2 · VMI Keydets · Collin Ironside pass to Aidan Twombly for 25 yards (3rd & 12) (+4.02 EPA)
6. Q3 · VMI Keydets · Blocked Field Goal (35 yards) (-3.83 EPA)
7. Q2 · Samford Bulldogs · Jay Stanton rushes 36 yards for a touchdown (+3.55 EPA)
8. Q3 · VMI Keydets · Collin Ironside pass to Aidan Twombly for 7 yards (4th & 2) (+3.5 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Samford Bulldogs controlled the final (27–14) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Isaiah Lemmond (VMI) — yds.
• EPA edge: Samford at 0.134 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 Samford Bulldogs vs VMI Keydets?

Samford Bulldogs 27, VMI Keydets 14 in Week 8 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Samford Bulldogs vs VMI Keydets?

Samford Bulldogs won with a final score of 27–14.

Where can I find the Samford Bulldogs vs VMI Keydets box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540623.

Who led Samford Bulldogs vs VMI Keydets in passing?

Isaiah Lemmond (VMI) led passers with 0.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Samford Bulldogs at VMI Keydets in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.