Butler Bulldogs vs. Murray State Racers: 2024 Week 2 Recap

Quick answer

Butler Bulldogs defeated Murray State Racers 19–17 in Week 2, 2024. Final score: Butler Bulldogs 19, Murray State Racers 17.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Butler Bulldogs	3	6	0	9	19
Murray State Racers	0	6	6	3	17

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Nick Howard (Butler) — 90.0 yds · +0.19 EPA/play +1.55 EPA
• Reagan Andrew (Butler) — 136.0 yds · -0.32 EPA/play -8.83 EPA
• Jayden Johannsen (Murray State) — 50.0 yds · -0.66 EPA/play -10.58 EPA

Rushing

• Nick Howard (Butler) — 85.0 yds · 2 TD +0.47 EPA
• Reagan Andrew (Butler) — 46.0 yds +0.48 EPA
• Billy Dozier (Butler) — 14.0 yds -0.47 EPA

Receiving

• William Enneking (Butler) — 4 rec · 74.0 yds +0.52 EPA
• Luke Wooten (Butler) — 3 rec · 38.0 yds +1.06 EPA
• Derek Allen Jr. (Butler) — 3 rec · 30.0 yds +1.50 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Nick Howard	Butler	8	62.5%	90	0	+0.19	+1.55
Reagan Andrew	Butler	28	60.7%	136	0	-0.32	-8.83
Jayden Johannsen	Murray State	16	62.5%	50	0	-0.66	-10.58

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Butler	Murray State
Plays	82	41
EPA / play	+0.036	+0.024
Total EPA	+2.96	+0.97
Success rate	41.5%	36.6%
Pass EPA / play	-0.202	-0.661
Rush EPA / play	+0.223	+0.462
Yards	399	276

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Butler	11	53	-0.11	Field goal
Q1	Murray State	5	4	-3.34	Punt
Q1	Butler	3	9	-1.60	Punt
Q1	Murray State	3	8	-1.46	Punt
Q1	Butler	8	29	-0.69	Punt
Q2	Murray State	6	84	+6.68	Rush TD
Q2	Butler	11	33	-2.97	Ended
Q2	Murray State	3	5	-1.79	Punt
Q2	Butler	9	36	+7.08	Rush TD
Q3	Murray State	5	55	-3.34	Interception
Q3	Butler	7	30	-3.67	Ended
Q3	Murray State	3	67	+5.47	Rush TD
Q3	Butler	15	72	-0.16	Ended
Q4	Murray State	3	9	-0.95	Punt
Q4	Butler	9	67	+3.47	Rush TD
Q4	Murray State	12	44	-0.31	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Butler Bulldogs · Nick Howard rushes 1 yard for a touchdown (+7.0 EPA)
2. Q3 · Murray State Racers · Jayden Johannsen rushes for 64 yards (1st & 10) (+4.6 EPA)
3. Q3 · Murray State Racers · Jayden Johannsen pass intercepted (-4.09 EPA)
4. Q2 · Murray State Racers · Q'Daryius Jennings rushes for 44 yards (2nd & 6) (+3.65 EPA)
5. Q4 · Butler Bulldogs · Reagan Andrew pass to Luke Wooten for 28 yards (3rd & 15) (+3.45 EPA)
6. Q4 · Butler Bulldogs · Penalty (3rd & 10) (+3.12 EPA)
7. Q1 · Murray State Racers · Jayden Johannsen sacked for a loss of 13 yards (3rd & 8) (-2.98 EPA)
8. Q2 · Butler Bulldogs · Reagan Andrew pass to Derek Allen Jr. for 14 yards (3rd & 9) (+2.75 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Butler Bulldogs controlled the final (19–17) in Week 2.
• Passing edge: Nick Howard (Butler) — 90.0 yds.
• EPA edge: Butler at 0.036 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 Butler Bulldogs vs Murray State Racers?

Butler Bulldogs 19, Murray State Racers 17 in Week 2 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Butler Bulldogs vs Murray State Racers?

Butler Bulldogs won with a final score of 19–17.

Where can I find the Butler Bulldogs vs Murray State Racers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401634190.

Who led Butler Bulldogs vs Murray State Racers in passing?

Nick Howard (Butler) led passers with 90.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

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