Quick answer
Buffalo Bulls defeated Massachusetts Minutemen 34–3 in Week 3, 2024. Final score: Massachusetts Minutemen 3, Buffalo Bulls 34.
Game summary
Buffalo Bulls dominated Massachusetts Minutemen 34–3 in Week 3 of the 2024 season.
- Scoring: 4 touchdowns, 3 field goals across 7 plays.
- Passing leader: C.J. Ogbonna (Buffalo) — 179.0 pass yds, 1 TD, +0.29 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Lamar Sperling — 86.0 yds, 1 TD.
- Receiving leader: Jacquon Gibson — 4 rec, 63.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Buffalo (-0.009/play) vs Massachusetts (-0.406/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Massachusetts Minutemen | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 3 |
 Buffalo Bulls | 6 | 3 | 9 | 6 | 34 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
MASSMassachusetts MinutemenC.J. Ogbonna pass to JJ Jenkins for a touchdown (40 yards)
Field goal good from 37 yards
Field goal good from 34 yards
Field goal good from 34 yards
C.J. Ogbonna rushes 8 yards for a touchdown
Interception returned for a touchdown
Lamar Sperling rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
BUFBuffalo BullsFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Buffalo
Q1TD JJJJ JenkinsPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 0-6
C.J. Ogbonna pass to JJ Jenkins for a touchdown (40 yards)
- Buffalo
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 20
- Score
- 0-9
Field goal good from 37 yards
- Massachusetts
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 17
- Score
- 3-9
Field goal good from 34 yards
- Buffalo
Q3FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 17
- Score
- 3-12
Field goal good from 34 yards
- Buffalo
Q3TD COC.J. OgbonnaPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 3-18
C.J. Ogbonna rushes 8 yards for a touchdown
- Massachusetts
Q3TD Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 9-18
Interception returned for a touchdown
- Buffalo
Q4TD LSLamar SperlingPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 9-24
Lamar Sperling rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- C.J. Ogbonna (Buffalo) — 179.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.29 EPA/play +5.57 EPA
- Taisun Phommachanh (Massachusetts) — 107.0 yds · +0.09 EPA/play +1.97 EPA
- incomplete (Buffalo) — 0.0 yds · -0.91 EPA/play -5.47 EPA
Rushing
- Lamar Sperling (Buffalo) — 86.0 yds · 1 TD +0.31 EPA
- Jalen John (Massachusetts) — 28.0 yds -0.13 EPA
- Brandon Campbell (Massachusetts) — 36.0 yds -0.01 EPA
Receiving
- Jacquon Gibson (Massachusetts) — 4 rec · 63.0 yds +1.23 EPA
- Jalen John (Massachusetts) — 5 rec · 29.0 yds -0.16 EPA
- Javien Cuff (Buffalo) — 3 rec · 36.0 yds +0.07 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C.J. Ogbonna | Buffalo | 19 | 73.7% | 179 | 1 | +0.29 | +5.57 |
| Taisun Phommachanh | Massachusetts | 22 | 63.6% | 107 | 0 | +0.09 | +1.97 |
| incomplete | Buffalo | 6 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | -0.91 | -5.47 |
| incomplete | Massachusetts | 8 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | -0.85 | -6.83 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Massachusetts | Buffalo |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 67 | 60 |
| EPA / play | -0.406 | -0.009 |
| Total EPA | -27.18 | -0.53 |
| Success rate | 22.4% | 31.7% |
| Pass EPA / play | -0.540 | +0.004 |
| Rush EPA / play | -0.276 | -0.018 |
| Yards | 298 | 321 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Massachusetts | 1 | 3 | -0.71 | Ended |
| Q1 | Buffalo | 6 | 85 | +7.02 | Pass TD |
| Q1 | Massachusetts | 10 | 55 | +1.72 | Missed FG |
| Q1 | Buffalo | 3 | 8 | -2.00 | Punt |
| Q1 | Massachusetts | 3 | -2 | -3.07 | Punt |
| Q1 | Buffalo | 3 | 4 | -2.85 | Punt |
| Q1 | Massachusetts | 8 | 24 | -3.11 | Punt |
| Q2 | Buffalo | 6 | 18 | -2.01 | Field goal |
| Q2 | Massachusetts | 3 | -7 | -3.28 | Punt |
| Q2 | Buffalo | 3 | 5 | -1.42 | Punt |
| Q2 | Massachusetts | 12 | 39 | -0.65 | Field goal |
| Q2 | Buffalo | 4 | 11 | -3.10 | Fumble |
| Q2 | Massachusetts | 6 | 14 | -0.44 | Missed FG |
| Q3 | Buffalo | 9 | 55 | +0.46 | Field goal |
| Q3 | Massachusetts | 3 | -3 | -3.43 | Punt |
| Q3 | Buffalo | 6 | 16 | -1.90 | Punt |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q3 · Massachusetts Minutemen · Interception returned for a touchdown (-11.3 EPA)
- Q3 · Buffalo Bulls · C.J. Ogbonna pass to Taji Johnson for 34 yards (3rd & 9) (+4.28 EPA)
- Q1 · Buffalo Bulls · C.J. Ogbonna pass to Victor Snow for 31 yards (3rd & 6) (+4.27 EPA)
- Q1 · Massachusetts Minutemen · Taisun Phommachanh pass to Jacquon Gibson for 22 yards (3rd & 15) (+3.99 EPA)
- Q3 · Buffalo Bulls · Kickoff (+3.56 EPA)
- Q3 · Massachusetts Minutemen · Taisun Phommachanh pass to Jacquon Gibson for 24 yards (3rd & 9) (+3.48 EPA)
- Q1 · Buffalo Bulls · C.J. Ogbonna pass to JJ Jenkins for a touchdown (40 yards) (+3.32 EPA)
- Q2 · Buffalo Bulls · Fumble (-3.27 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Buffalo Bulls controlled the final (34–3) in Week 3.
- Passing edge: C.J. Ogbonna (Buffalo) — 179.0 yds, 1 TD.
- EPA edge: Buffalo at -0.009 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 Massachusetts Minutemen vs Buffalo Bulls?
Massachusetts Minutemen 3, Buffalo Bulls 34 in Week 3 of the 2024 college football season.
Who won Massachusetts Minutemen vs Buffalo Bulls?
Buffalo Bulls won with a final score of 3–34.
Where can I find the Massachusetts Minutemen vs Buffalo Bulls box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401629041.
Who led Massachusetts Minutemen vs Buffalo Bulls in passing?
C.J. Ogbonna (Buffalo) led passers with 179.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Massachusetts Minutemen at Buffalo Bulls in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Massachusetts Minutemen
Entered 0-2 Now 0-3 L
Buffalo Bulls
Entered 2-1 Now 3-1 W
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