The Citadel Bulldogs vs. Mercer Bears: 2024 Week 4 Recap

Quick answer

Mercer Bears defeated The Citadel Bulldogs 38–21 in Week 4, 2024. Final score: The Citadel Bulldogs 21, Mercer Bears 38.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
The Citadel Bulldogs	0	12	6	0	21
Mercer Bears	12	12	6	3	38

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• D.J. Smith (Mercer) — 251.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.16 EPA/play +3.79 EPA
• Johnathan Bennett (The Citadel) — 363.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.06 EPA/play +2.31 EPA
• James Platte (The Citadel) — 0.0 yds · -2.44 EPA/play -2.44 EPA

Rushing

• Dwayne Mcgee (Mercer) — 94.0 yds -0.09 EPA
• D.J. Smith (Mercer) — 80.0 yds · 2 TD +0.74 EPA
• Cooper Wallace (The Citadel) — 29.0 yds -0.35 EPA

Receiving

• Kelin Parsons (Mercer) — 5 rec · 75.0 yds +1.38 EPA
• Javonte Graves-Billips (The Citadel) — 4 rec · 105.0 yds +1.16 EPA
• Brayden Smith (Mercer) — 3 rec · 23.0 yds +0.08 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
D.J. Smith	Mercer	24	75.0%	251	1	+0.16	+3.79
Johnathan Bennett	The Citadel	41	46.3%	363	1	+0.06	+2.31
James Platte	The Citadel	1	0.0%	0	0	-2.44	-2.44

Team EPA comparison

Stat	The Citadel	Mercer
Plays	66	62
EPA / play	-0.185	+0.121
Total EPA	-12.21	+7.49
Success rate	30.3%	43.5%
Pass EPA / play	-0.003	+0.158
Rush EPA / play	-0.503	+0.097
Yards	432	446

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	The Citadel	3	2	-3.02	Punt
Q1	Mercer	7	32	-3.50	Ended
Q1	The Citadel	3	6	-2.62	Punt
Q1	Mercer	3	65	+5.08	Pass TD
Q1	The Citadel	7	33	-3.59	Ended
Q1	Mercer	7	63	+4.84	Rush TD
Q1	The Citadel	5	23	+0.58	Punt
Q2	Mercer	3	8	-0.89	Punt
Q2	The Citadel	4	58	-1.83	Fumble
Q2	Mercer	3	15	-7.41	Touchdown
Q2	Mercer	3	7	-1.55	Punt
Q2	The Citadel	4	70	+5.91	Pass TD
Q2	Mercer	7	85	+7.48	Rush TD
Q2	The Citadel	4	39	-8.67	Punt
Q2	Mercer	4	12	-1.89	Punt
Q3	The Citadel	12	99	+9.22	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · The Citadel Bulldogs · Johnathan Bennett — Interception returned for a touchdown (-7.82 EPA)
2. Q2 · Mercer Bears · D.J. Smith — Interception returned for a touchdown (-6.33 EPA)
3. Q3 · The Citadel Bulldogs · Johnathan Bennett pass to Dervon Pesnell for 54 yards (3rd & 8) (+6.24 EPA)
4. Q2 · The Citadel Bulldogs · Fumble (-6.18 EPA)
5. Q3 · The Citadel Bulldogs · Johnathan Bennett pass to Dervon Pesnell for 15 yards (4th & 8) (+4.86 EPA)
6. Q1 · The Citadel Bulldogs · Johnathan Bennett pass to Malachi Taylor for 36 yards (3rd & 8) (+4.54 EPA)
7. Q2 · The Citadel Bulldogs · Johnathan Bennett pass to Javonte Graves-Billips for 60 yards (2nd & 7) (+4.33 EPA)
8. Q2 · Mercer Bears · Tyrell Coard rushes 11 yards for a touchdown (+3.71 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Mercer Bears controlled the final (38–21) in Week 4.
• Passing edge: D.J. Smith (Mercer) — 251.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Mercer at 0.121 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 The Citadel Bulldogs vs Mercer Bears?

The Citadel Bulldogs 21, Mercer Bears 38 in Week 4 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won The Citadel Bulldogs vs Mercer Bears?

Mercer Bears won with a final score of 21–38.

Where can I find the The Citadel Bulldogs vs Mercer Bears box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401634145.

Who led The Citadel Bulldogs vs Mercer Bears in passing?

D.J. Smith (Mercer) led passers with 251.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for The Citadel Bulldogs at Mercer Bears in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.