Pittsburgh Panthers vs. Cincinnati Bearcats: 2024 Week 2 Recap

Quick answer

Pittsburgh Panthers defeated Cincinnati Bearcats 28–27 in Week 2, 2024. Final score: Pittsburgh Panthers 28, Cincinnati Bearcats 27.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Pittsburgh Panthers	3	3	6	15	28
Cincinnati Bearcats	12	3	9	0	27

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Brendan Sorsby (Cincinnati) — 278.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.23 EPA/play +9.22 EPA
• Eli Holstein (Pittsburgh) — 288.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.15 EPA/play +5.50 EPA

Rushing

• Corey Kiner (Cincinnati) — 149.0 yds +0.28 EPA
• Desmond Reid (Pittsburgh) — 119.0 yds +0.33 EPA
• Eli Holstein (Pittsburgh) — 45.0 yds +0.02 EPA

Receiving

• Desmond Reid (Pittsburgh) — 6 rec · 106.0 yds +1.26 EPA
• Konata Mumpfield (Pittsburgh) — 5 rec · 123.0 yds +2.72 EPA
• Xzavier Henderson (Cincinnati) — 5 rec · 80.0 yds +1.62 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Brendan Sorsby	Cincinnati	41	51.2%	278	3	+0.23	+9.22
Eli Holstein	Pittsburgh	36	55.6%	288	3	+0.15	+5.50

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Pittsburgh	Cincinnati
Plays	66	74
EPA / play	+0.128	+0.103
Total EPA	+8.42	+7.62
Success rate	50.0%	39.2%
Pass EPA / play	+0.113	+0.225
Rush EPA / play	+0.146	-0.048
Yards	464	447

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Cincinnati	7	25	-1.64	Punt
Q1	Pittsburgh	7	54	-1.05	Interception
Q1	Cincinnati	4	80	+6.45	Pass TD
Q1	Pittsburgh	9	48	+0.45	Field goal
Q1	Cincinnati	6	75	+5.58	Pass TD
Q1	Pittsburgh	3	4	-2.21	Punt
Q1	Cincinnati	12	54	+0.03	Field goal
Q2	Pittsburgh	5	14	-0.86	Punt
Q2	Cincinnati	13	49	-1.00	Missed FG
Q2	Pittsburgh	3	45	-0.47	Field goal
Q3	Pittsburgh	5	12	-5.73	Ended
Q3	Cincinnati	10	63	+4.39	Pass TD
Q3	Pittsburgh	3	3	-2.79	Punt
Q3	Cincinnati	5	31	-1.33	Field goal
Q3	Pittsburgh	9	50	+5.94	Pass TD
Q3	Cincinnati	5	26	-1.41	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Eli Holstein pass to Konata Mumpfield for a touchdown (38 yards) (+6.72 EPA)
2. Q1 · Cincinnati Bearcats · Brendan Sorsby pass to Jamoi Mayes for a touchdown (52 yards) (+5.94 EPA)
3. Q4 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Eli Holstein pass to Desmond Reid for a touchdown (56 yards) (+5.74 EPA)
4. Q1 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Eli Holstein pass intercepted (-4.5 EPA)
5. Q1 · Cincinnati Bearcats · Brendan Sorsby pass to Xzavier Henderson for 34 yards (3rd & 7) (+4.07 EPA)
6. Q3 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Eli Holstein pass to Konata Mumpfield for a touchdown (11 yards) (+3.76 EPA)
7. Q3 · Cincinnati Bearcats · Brendan Sorsby pass to Joe Royer for a touchdown (16 yards) (+3.37 EPA)
8. Q2 · Cincinnati Bearcats · Field goal missed (-3.12 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Pittsburgh Panthers controlled the final (28–27) in Week 2.
• Passing edge: Brendan Sorsby (Cincinnati) — 278.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Pittsburgh at 0.128 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 Pittsburgh Panthers vs Cincinnati Bearcats?

Pittsburgh Panthers 28, Cincinnati Bearcats 27 in Week 2 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Pittsburgh Panthers vs Cincinnati Bearcats?

Pittsburgh Panthers won with a final score of 28–27.

Where can I find the Pittsburgh Panthers vs Cincinnati Bearcats box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401635538.

Who led Pittsburgh Panthers vs Cincinnati Bearcats in passing?

Brendan Sorsby (Cincinnati) led passers with 278.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Pittsburgh Panthers at Cincinnati Bearcats in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.