Alabama A&M Bulldogs vs. Alabama State Hornets: 2023 Week 9 Recap

Quick answer

Alabama State Hornets defeated Alabama A&M Bulldogs 31–16 in Week 9, 2023. Final score: Alabama A&M Bulldogs 16, Alabama State Hornets 31.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Alabama A&M Bulldogs	12	6	6	0	16
Alabama State Hornets	0	9	0	8	31

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Damon Stewart (Alabama State) — 202.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.18 EPA/play +4.16 EPA
• Ja'Won Howell (Alabama State) — 0.0 yds · +0.01 EPA/play +0.01 EPA
• Xavier Lankford (Alabama A&M) — 215.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.28 EPA/play -11.40 EPA

Rushing

• Xavier Lankford (Alabama A&M) — 48.0 yds · 1 TD +0.09 EPA
• Ja'Won Howell (Alabama State) — 46.0 yds · 1 TD +0.90 EPA
• Marcus Harris II (Alabama State) — 26.0 yds -0.69 EPA

Receiving

• Jacolby Hewitt (Alabama A&M) — 5 rec · 86.0 yds +1.83 EPA
• Terrell Gardner (Alabama A&M) — 5 rec · 62.0 yds +1.17 EPA
• Kisean Johnson (Alabama State) — 4 rec · 82.0 yds +2.78 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Damon Stewart	Alabama State	23	69.6%	202	1	+0.18	+4.16
Ja'Won Howell	Alabama State	1	0.0%	0	0	+0.01	+0.01
Xavier Lankford	Alabama A&M	41	48.8%	215	1	-0.28	-11.40

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Alabama A&M	Alabama State
Plays	65	54
EPA / play	-0.264	+0.003
Total EPA	-17.15	+0.14
Success rate	29.2%	33.3%
Pass EPA / play	-0.278	+0.174
Rush EPA / play	-0.240	-0.134
Yards	296	291

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Alabama A&M	2	10	-0.02	Punt
Q1	Alabama State	2	-4	-2.67	Punt
Q1	Alabama A&M	3	8	-1.57	Touchdown
Q1	Alabama A&M	4	18	-2.30	Punt
Q1	Alabama State	4	-6	-2.53	Fumble
Q1	Alabama A&M	5	-3	+4.01	Rush TD
Q1	Alabama State	3	5	-2.85	Punt
Q1	Alabama A&M	3	6	-2.52	Punt
Q2	Alabama State	6	22	-4.61	Ended
Q2	Alabama A&M	3	4	-2.85	Punt
Q2	Alabama State	8	51	+1.65	Field goal
Q2	Alabama A&M	8	79	+6.58	Pass TD
Q2	Alabama State	2	61	+5.16	Pass TD
Q3	Alabama State	3	13	-4.53	Fumble
Q3	Alabama A&M	3	-8	-3.49	Touchdown
Q3	Alabama A&M	8	42	-3.84	Interception

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Alabama A&M Bulldogs · Punt return touchdown (-9.3 EPA)
2. Q1 · Alabama A&M Bulldogs · Xavier Lankford rushes 1 yard for a touchdown (+7.6 EPA)
3. Q4 · Alabama State Hornets · Ja'Won Howell rushes 8 yards for a touchdown (+7.26 EPA)
4. Q2 · Alabama State Hornets · Damon Stewart pass to Kisean Johnson for a touchdown (47 yards) (+7.0 EPA)
5. Q2 · Alabama A&M Bulldogs · Xavier Lankford pass to Terrell Gardner for a touchdown (39 yards) (+6.62 EPA)
6. Q3 · Alabama A&M Bulldogs · Xavier Lankford pass intercepted (-5.45 EPA)
7. Q2 · Alabama A&M Bulldogs · Punt (-5.35 EPA)
8. Q1 · Alabama State Hornets · Punt (-5.16 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Alabama State Hornets controlled the final (31–16) in Week 9.
• Passing edge: Damon Stewart (Alabama State) — 202.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Alabama State at 0.003 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 Alabama A&M Bulldogs vs Alabama State Hornets?

Alabama A&M Bulldogs 16, Alabama State Hornets 31 in Week 9 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Alabama A&M Bulldogs vs Alabama State Hornets?

Alabama State Hornets won with a final score of 16–31.

Where can I find the Alabama A&M Bulldogs vs Alabama State Hornets box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540111.

Who led Alabama A&M Bulldogs vs Alabama State Hornets in passing?

Damon Stewart (Alabama State) led passers with 202.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Alabama A&M Bulldogs at Alabama State Hornets in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.