Valparaiso Beacons vs. Youngstown State Penguins: 2024 Week 2 Recap

Quick answer

Youngstown State Penguins defeated Valparaiso Beacons 59–25 in Week 2, 2024. Final score: Valparaiso Beacons 25, Youngstown State Penguins 59.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Valparaiso Beacons	6	18	3	0	25
Youngstown State Penguins	12	12	6	15	59

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Beau Brungard (Youngstown State) — 124.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.44 EPA/play +6.63 EPA
• Caron Tyler (Valparaiso) — 152.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.15 EPA/play +2.95 EPA
• Rowan Keefe (Valparaiso) — 7.0 yds · -0.86 EPA/play -5.15 EPA

Rushing

• Michael Mansaray (Valparaiso) — 46.0 yds +0.01 EPA
• Caron Tyler (Valparaiso) — 132.0 yds · 2 TD +0.86 EPA
• Beau Brungard (Youngstown State) — 195.0 yds · 3 TD +1.90 EPA

Receiving

• Max Tomczak (Youngstown State) — 4 rec · 98.0 yds +2.75 EPA
• Gary Givens III (Valparaiso) — 3 rec · 71.0 yds +3.75 EPA
• Chris Gundy (Valparaiso) — 2 rec · 64.0 yds +3.19 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Beau Brungard	Youngstown State	15	73.3%	124	2	+0.44	+6.63
Caron Tyler	Valparaiso	20	40.0%	152	1	+0.15	+2.95
Rowan Keefe	Valparaiso	6	16.7%	7	0	-0.86	-5.15

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Valparaiso	Youngstown State
Plays	56	57
EPA / play	-0.067	+0.472
Total EPA	-3.73	+26.92
Success rate	32.1%	45.6%
Pass EPA / play	-0.085	+0.442
Rush EPA / play	-0.051	+0.483
Yards	347	549

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Valparaiso	1	0	-7.07	Touchdown
Q1	Valparaiso	6	25	-1.55	Punt
Q1	Youngstown State	6	87	+6.76	Pass TD
Q1	Valparaiso	3	0	-2.96	Punt
Q1	Youngstown State	9	58	+3.79	Rush TD
Q1	Valparaiso	9	86	+8.81	Pass TD
Q2	Youngstown State	3	7	-1.89	Punt
Q2	Valparaiso	4	60	+5.28	Rush TD
Q2	Youngstown State	5	75	+5.55	Rush TD
Q2	Valparaiso	6	79	+6.76	Rush TD
Q2	Youngstown State	3	75	+6.12	Rush TD
Q2	Valparaiso	4	13	-0.51	Punt
Q2	Youngstown State	3	68	+4.10	Rush TD
Q3	Valparaiso	3	-3	-3.00	Punt
Q3	Youngstown State	3	14	-0.28	Punt
Q3	Valparaiso	6	63	+2.34	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Youngstown State Penguins · Beau Brungard pass to Max Tomczak for a touchdown (73 yards) (+7.39 EPA)
2. Q1 · Valparaiso Beacons · Fumble returned for a touchdown (-7.07 EPA)
3. Q2 · Valparaiso Beacons · Caron Tyler rushes 55 yards for a touchdown (+6.08 EPA)
4. Q2 · Youngstown State Penguins · Beau Brungard rushes 65 yards for a touchdown (+5.71 EPA)
5. Q3 · Valparaiso Beacons · Caron Tyler pass to Chris Gundy for 57 yards (3rd & 5) (+5.7 EPA)
6. Q2 · Valparaiso Beacons · Caron Tyler pass to Gary Givens III for a touchdown (39 yards) (+5.69 EPA)
7. Q2 · Youngstown State Penguins · Ethan Wright rushes 64 yards for a touchdown (+5.63 EPA)
8. Q3 · Youngstown State Penguins · Beau Brungard rushes 66 yards for a touchdown (+5.16 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Youngstown State Penguins controlled the final (59–25) in Week 2.
• Passing edge: Beau Brungard (Youngstown State) — 124.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Youngstown State at 0.472 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 Youngstown State Penguins?

Valparaiso Beacons 25, Youngstown State Penguins 59 in Week 2 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Valparaiso Beacons vs Youngstown State Penguins?

Youngstown State Penguins won with a final score of 25–59.

Where can I find the Valparaiso Beacons vs Youngstown State Penguins box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401634245.

Who led Valparaiso Beacons vs Youngstown State Penguins in passing?

Beau Brungard (Youngstown State) led passers with 124.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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