Quick answer
SMU Mustangs defeated Temple Owls 55– in Week 8, 2023. Final score: SMU Mustangs 55, Temple Owls .
Game summary
SMU Mustangs dominated Temple Owls 55–0 in Week 8 of the 2023 season.
- Scoring: 7 touchdowns, 2 field goals across 9 plays.
- Passing leader: Preston Stone (SMU) — 300.0 pass yds, 2 TD, +0.45 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Jaylan Knighton — 64.0 yds, 1 TD.
- Receiving leader: Jordan Hudson — 6 rec, 82.0 yds.
- EPA edge: SMU (+0.146/play) vs Temple (-0.488/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 SMU Mustangs | 12 | 9 | 9 | 12 | 55 |
 Temple Owls | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
SMUSMU MustangsJaylan Knighton rushes 3 yards for a touchdown
Preston Stone pass to Jordan Hudson for a touchdown (4 yards)
Preston Stone pass to RJ Maryland for a touchdown (2 yards)
Field goal good from 25 yards
Punt return touchdown
Preston Stone rushes 21 yards for a touchdown
Field goal good from 47 yards
Kevin Jennings pass to Jordan Hudson for a touchdown (7 yards)
Kevin Jennings rushes 5 yards for a touchdown
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Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- SMU
Q1TD JKJaylan KnightonPoints+6
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- 6-0
Jaylan Knighton rushes 3 yards for a touchdown
- SMU
Q1TD JHJordan HudsonPoints+6
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- 12-0
Preston Stone pass to Jordan Hudson for a touchdown (4 yards)
- SMU
Q2TD RMRJ MarylandPoints+6
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- 18-0
Preston Stone pass to RJ Maryland for a touchdown (2 yards)
- SMU
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 8
- Score
- 21-0
Field goal good from 25 yards
- Temple
Q3TD Points+6
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- OPP EZ
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- 21-6
Punt return touchdown
- SMU
Q3TD PSPreston StonePoints+6
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- OPP EZ
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- 27-6
Preston Stone rushes 21 yards for a touchdown
- SMU
Q3FG Points+3
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- OPP 30
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- 30-6
Field goal good from 47 yards
- SMU
Q4TD JHJordan HudsonPoints+6
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- OPP EZ
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- 36-6
Kevin Jennings pass to Jordan Hudson for a touchdown (7 yards)
- SMU
Q4TD KJKevin JenningsPoints+6
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- 42-6
Kevin Jennings rushes 5 yards for a touchdown
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Preston Stone (SMU) — 300.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.45 EPA/play +16.49 EPA
- Kevin Jennings (SMU) — 58.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.61 EPA/play +3.65 EPA
- Quincy Patterson (Temple) — 37.0 yds · -0.73 EPA/play -11.67 EPA
Rushing
- Jaylan Knighton (SMU) — 64.0 yds · 1 TD +0.05 EPA
- Camar Wheaton (SMU) — 16.0 yds +0.06 EPA
- Preston Stone (SMU) — 25.0 yds · 1 TD -0.94 EPA
Receiving
- Jordan Hudson (SMU) — 6 rec · 82.0 yds +1.39 EPA
- Jake Bailey (SMU) — 6 rec · 74.0 yds +1.34 EPA
- Romello Brinson (SMU) — 5 rec · 87.0 yds +1.15 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preston Stone | SMU | 37 | 62.2% | 300 | 2 | +0.45 | +16.49 |
| Kevin Jennings | SMU | 6 | 83.3% | 58 | 1 | +0.61 | +3.65 |
| Quincy Patterson | Temple | 16 | 37.5% | 37 | 0 | -0.73 | -11.67 |
| Forrest Brock | Temple | 18 | 38.9% | 36 | 0 | -0.68 | -12.22 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | SMU | Temple |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 91 | 54 |
| EPA / play | +0.146 | -0.488 |
| Total EPA | +13.27 | -26.37 |
| Success rate | 53.8% | 25.9% |
| Pass EPA / play | +0.468 | -0.703 |
| Rush EPA / play | -0.143 | -0.124 |
| Yards | 566 | 133 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | SMU | 6 | 30 | -3.48 | Fumble |
| Q1 | Temple | 3 | 7 | -2.25 | Punt |
| Q1 | SMU | 6 | 16 | -1.53 | Punt |
| Q1 | Temple | 4 | 15 | -2.52 | Punt |
| Q1 | SMU | 8 | 75 | +6.43 | Rush TD |
| Q1 | Temple | 3 | 3 | -2.45 | Punt |
| Q1 | SMU | 5 | 43 | +2.88 | Pass TD |
| Q1 | Temple | 3 | 9 | -0.75 | Punt |
| Q1 | SMU | 9 | 59 | +3.79 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Temple | 13 | 47 | -4.39 | Ended |
| Q2 | SMU | 7 | 49 | -0.17 | Punt |
| Q2 | Temple | 3 | 5 | -0.08 | Punt |
| Q2 | SMU | 11 | 65 | +1.82 | Field goal |
| Q2 | Temple | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | Ended |
| Q3 | Temple | 3 | 5 | -2.41 | Touchdown |
| Q3 | Temple | 3 | -4 | -2.98 | Punt |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q4 · SMU Mustangs · Rush (1st & 4) (-6.05 EPA)
- Q1 · SMU Mustangs · Fumble (-5.95 EPA)
- Q3 · Temple Owls · Field goal missed (-4.09 EPA)
- Q2 · Temple Owls · Quincy Patterson sacked for a loss of 9 yards (4th & 2) (-3.92 EPA)
- Q3 · Temple Owls · Punt return touchdown (-3.81 EPA)
- Q1 · SMU Mustangs · Preston Stone pass to Jordan Kerley for 43 yards (1st & 10) (+3.11 EPA)
- Q1 · SMU Mustangs · Preston Stone pass to Jake Bailey for 12 yards (3rd & 10) (+3.02 EPA)
- Q1 · SMU Mustangs · Preston Stone pass to Jordan Hudson for 21 yards (3rd & 4) (+2.97 EPA)
Key takeaways
- SMU Mustangs controlled the final (55–) in Week 8.
- Passing edge: Preston Stone (SMU) — 300.0 yds, 2 TD.
- EPA edge: SMU at 0.146 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 SMU Mustangs vs Temple Owls?
SMU Mustangs 55, Temple Owls 0 in Week 8 of the 2023 college football season.
Who won SMU Mustangs vs Temple Owls?
SMU Mustangs won with a final score of 55–0.
Where can I find the SMU Mustangs vs Temple Owls box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401531391.
Who led SMU Mustangs vs Temple Owls in passing?
Preston Stone (SMU) led passers with 300.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for SMU Mustangs at Temple Owls in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
SMU Mustangs
Entered 4-3 Now 5-3 W
Temple Owls
Entered 2-5 Now 2-6 L
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