Valparaiso Beacons vs. Butler Bulldogs: 2023 Week 9 Recap

Quick answer

Butler Bulldogs defeated Valparaiso Beacons 17–7 in Week 9, 2023. Final score: Valparaiso Beacons 7, Butler Bulldogs 17.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Valparaiso Beacons	0	0	6	0	7
Butler Bulldogs	0	0	12	3	17

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Bret Bushka (Butler) — 86.0 yds · -0.08 EPA/play -1.63 EPA
• Rowan Keefe (Valparaiso) — 159.0 yds · -0.25 EPA/play -5.52 EPA

Rushing

• Jyran Mitchell (Butler) — 147.0 yds · 1 TD -0.01 EPA
• Bret Bushka (Butler) — 41.0 yds · 1 TD +0.26 EPA
• Ryan Mann (Valparaiso) — 47.0 yds -0.01 EPA

Receiving

• Ethan Loss (Butler) — 4 rec · 58.0 yds +1.92 EPA
• Luke Wooten (Butler) — 4 rec · 19.0 yds -0.05 EPA
• Brandon Jimenez (Valparaiso) — 3 rec · 47.0 yds +1.08 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Bret Bushka	Butler	21	57.1%	86	0	-0.08	-1.63
Rowan Keefe	Valparaiso	22	50.0%	159	0	-0.25	-5.52

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Valparaiso	Butler
Plays	41	70
EPA / play	-0.087	-0.027
Total EPA	-3.56	-1.87
Success rate	31.7%	34.3%
Pass EPA / play	-0.262	-0.077
Rush EPA / play	+0.138	-0.005
Yards	289	315

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Valparaiso	6	71	+2.61	Missed FG
Q1	Butler	3	3	-2.44	Punt
Q1	Valparaiso	3	2	-3.25	Punt
Q1	Butler	9	57	-1.62	Fumble
Q1	Valparaiso	13	76	+2.39	Ended
Q2	Butler	15	36	-2.15	Missed FG
Q2	Valparaiso	4	42	+1.23	Missed FG
Q2	Butler	1	0	-0.67	Ended
Q3	Butler	3	1	-3.19	Punt
Q3	Valparaiso	5	14	-3.66	Ended
Q3	Butler	2	80	+6.51	Rush TD
Q3	Valparaiso	1	70	+6.00	Rush TD
Q3	Butler	18	72	+5.03	Rush TD
Q4	Valparaiso	5	14	-4.95	Interception
Q4	Butler	14	54	-0.13	Field goal
Q4	Valparaiso	4	0	-3.93	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Valparaiso Beacons · Solomon Davis rushes 70 yards for a touchdown (+6.0 EPA)
2. Q3 · Butler Bulldogs · Jyran Mitchell rushes 67 yards for a touchdown (+5.3 EPA)
3. Q1 · Butler Bulldogs · Fumble (-5.25 EPA)
4. Q4 · Valparaiso Beacons · Rowan Keefe pass intercepted (-4.49 EPA)
5. Q3 · Butler Bulldogs · Bret Bushka pass to Ethan Loss for 22 yards (3rd & 10) (+3.9 EPA)
6. Q1 · Valparaiso Beacons · Rowan Keefe pass to Solomon Davis for 45 yards (3rd & 2) (+3.82 EPA)
7. Q1 · Butler Bulldogs · Bret Bushka pass to Ethan Loss for 29 yards (2nd & 10) (+3.3 EPA)
8. Q1 · Valparaiso Beacons · Rowan Keefe pass to Moise Tezzo for 11 yards (3rd & 8) (+2.79 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Butler Bulldogs controlled the final (17–7) in Week 9.
• Passing edge: Bret Bushka (Butler) — 86.0 yds.
• EPA edge: Butler at -0.027 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 Valparaiso Beacons vs Butler Bulldogs?

Valparaiso Beacons 7, Butler Bulldogs 17 in Week 9 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Valparaiso Beacons vs Butler Bulldogs?

Butler Bulldogs won with a final score of 7–17.

Where can I find the Valparaiso Beacons vs Butler Bulldogs box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540459.

Who led Valparaiso Beacons vs Butler Bulldogs in passing?

Bret Bushka (Butler) led passers with 86.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Valparaiso Beacons at Butler Bulldogs in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.