Youngstown State Penguins vs. Villanova Wildcats: 2024 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Villanova Wildcats defeated Youngstown State Penguins 24–17 in Week 1, 2024. Final score: Youngstown State Penguins 17, Villanova Wildcats 24.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Youngstown State Penguins	0	3	6	6	17
Villanova Wildcats	9	6	6	0	24

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Beau Brungard (Youngstown State) — 153.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.33 EPA/play +8.45 EPA
• Connor Watkins (Villanova) — 77.0 yds · -0.33 EPA/play -6.27 EPA

Rushing

• Beau Brungard (Youngstown State) — 83.0 yds -0.13 EPA
• Ethan Wright (Youngstown State) — 63.0 yds +0.02 EPA
• Tyshon King (Youngstown State) — 24.0 yds · 1 TD -0.36 EPA

Receiving

• Max Tomczak (Youngstown State) — 5 rec · 38.0 yds +0.85 EPA
• Cyrus Traugh (Youngstown State) — 3 rec · 42.0 yds +2.59 EPA
• Ethan Wright (Youngstown State) — 3 rec · 27.0 yds +1.32 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Beau Brungard	Youngstown State	26	69.2%	153	1	+0.33	+8.45
Connor Watkins	Villanova	19	31.6%	77	0	-0.33	-6.27

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Youngstown State	Villanova
Plays	65	47
EPA / play	+0.037	+0.280
Total EPA	+2.39	+13.18
Success rate	52.3%	48.9%
Pass EPA / play	+0.325	-0.330
Rush EPA / play	-0.156	+0.695
Yards	323	365

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Villanova	3	0	-3.31	Punt
Q1	Youngstown State	6	23	-4.23	Fumble
Q1	Villanova	5	42	-0.27	Field goal
Q1	Youngstown State	5	15	-2.02	Punt
Q1	Villanova	7	79	+6.05	Rush TD
Q1	Youngstown State	14	65	+1.19	Field goal
Q2	Villanova	7	55	+4.78	Rush TD
Q2	Youngstown State	4	25	-2.25	Interception
Q2	Villanova	3	0	-1.19	Punt
Q2	Youngstown State	5	8	-3.62	Punt
Q3	Villanova	4	73	+5.68	Rush TD
Q3	Youngstown State	15	72	+7.16	Pass TD
Q3	Villanova	12	105	+2.65	Missed FG
Q4	Youngstown State	10	85	+7.58	Rush TD
Q4	Villanova	3	14	+0.43	Punt
Q4	Youngstown State	6	30	-1.42	Interception

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Youngstown State Penguins · Beau Brungard pass to Cyrus Traugh for a touchdown (18 yards) (+5.87 EPA)
2. Q1 · Villanova Wildcats · Connor Watkins rushes for 45 yards (2nd & 15) (+4.33 EPA)
3. Q1 · Youngstown State Penguins · Fumble (-3.24 EPA)
4. Q3 · Youngstown State Penguins · Beau Brungard pass to Brandan Serrano for 5 yards (4th & 1) (+3.24 EPA)
5. Q2 · Youngstown State Penguins · Beau Brungard pass intercepted (-2.97 EPA)
6. Q3 · Youngstown State Penguins · Punt (+2.81 EPA)
7. Q3 · Youngstown State Penguins · Beau Brungard pass to Ethan Wright for 9 yards (3rd & 7) (+2.66 EPA)
8. Q3 · Villanova Wildcats · Isaiah Ragland rushes for 31 yards (1st & 10) (+2.57 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Villanova Wildcats controlled the final (24–17) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Beau Brungard (Youngstown State) — 153.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Villanova at 0.28 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 Youngstown State Penguins vs Villanova Wildcats?

Youngstown State Penguins 17, Villanova Wildcats 24 in Week 1 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Youngstown State Penguins vs Villanova Wildcats?

Villanova Wildcats won with a final score of 17–24.

Where can I find the Youngstown State Penguins vs Villanova Wildcats box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401628580.

Who led Youngstown State Penguins vs Villanova Wildcats in passing?

Beau Brungard (Youngstown State) led passers with 153.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Youngstown State Penguins at Villanova Wildcats in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.