Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. BYU Cougars: 2023 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

BYU Cougars defeated Texas Tech Red Raiders 27–14 in Week 8, 2023. Final score: Texas Tech Red Raiders 14, BYU Cougars 27.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Texas Tech Red Raiders	6	6	0	6	14
BYU Cougars	6	9	3	0	27

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Jake Strong (Texas Tech) — 240.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.03 EPA/play +1.05 EPA
• Kedon Slovis (BYU) — 133.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.11 EPA/play -3.07 EPA

Rushing

• Tahj Brooks (Texas Tech) — 117.0 yds · 1 TD +0.18 EPA
• Aidan Robbins (BYU) — 65.0 yds -0.13 EPA
• LJ Martin (BYU) — 93.0 yds +0.36 EPA

Receiving

• Darius Lassiter (BYU) — 4 rec · 47.0 yds -0.19 EPA
• Jordan Brown (Texas Tech) — 1 rec · 36.0 yds -0.28 EPA
• Kody Epps (BYU) — 3 rec · 26.0 yds -0.22 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Jake Strong	Texas Tech	36	52.8%	240	1	+0.03	+1.05
Kedon Slovis	BYU	27	55.6%	133	2	-0.11	-3.07

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Texas Tech	BYU
Plays	77	56
EPA / play	-0.002	-0.024
Total EPA	-0.19	-1.35
Success rate	39.0%	35.7%
Pass EPA / play	+0.029	-0.114
Rush EPA / play	-0.030	+0.059
Yards	413	306

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	BYU	7	75	+6.17	Pass TD
Q1	Texas Tech	14	79	+1.04	Fumble
Q1	BYU	5	13	-1.66	Punt
Q1	Texas Tech	0	0	—	Touchdown
Q1	Texas Tech	9	37	+0.07	Punt
Q2	BYU	3	8	-1.11	Punt
Q2	Texas Tech	3	74	+6.92	Pass TD
Q2	BYU	7	81	+5.91	Pass TD
Q2	Texas Tech	9	31	-3.91	Interception
Q2	BYU	5	22	-1.25	Field goal
Q2	Texas Tech	7	32	-0.01	Interception
Q3	Texas Tech	3	3	-2.76	Punt
Q3	BYU	4	22	-1.33	Punt
Q3	Texas Tech	8	29	-0.76	Punt
Q3	BYU	3	7	-1.66	Punt
Q3	Texas Tech	4	17	-3.33	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Texas Tech Red Raiders · Jake Strong pass to Xavier White for a touchdown (72 yards) (+8.28 EPA)
2. Q1 · Texas Tech Red Raiders · Fumble returned for a touchdown (-6.38 EPA)
3. Q4 · Texas Tech Red Raiders · Jake Strong pass to Jordan Brown for 36 yards (4th & 4) (+5.59 EPA)
4. Q2 · Texas Tech Red Raiders · Jake Strong pass intercepted (-5.04 EPA)
5. Q4 · Texas Tech Red Raiders · Jake Strong pass intercepted (-4.92 EPA)
6. Q3 · BYU Cougars · Punt for 35 yards (-4.65 EPA)
7. Q1 · BYU Cougars · LJ Martin rushes for 55 yards (2nd & 10) (+4.62 EPA)
8. Q1 · BYU Cougars · Punt for 37 yards (-3.5 EPA)

Key takeaways

• BYU Cougars controlled the final (27–14) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Jake Strong (Texas Tech) — 240.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Texas Tech at -0.002 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 Texas Tech Red Raiders vs BYU Cougars?

Texas Tech Red Raiders 14, BYU Cougars 27 in Week 8 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Texas Tech Red Raiders vs BYU Cougars?

BYU Cougars won with a final score of 14–27.

Where can I find the Texas Tech Red Raiders vs BYU Cougars box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401525867.

Who led Texas Tech Red Raiders vs BYU Cougars in passing?

Jake Strong (Texas Tech) led passers with 240.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Texas Tech Red Raiders at BYU Cougars in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.