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Youngstown State Penguins vs. Pittsburgh Panthers: 2024 Week 4 Recap

Panthers defeat Penguins 73–17 in Week 4

Eli Holstein paced the box score as Panthers closed out a 17–73 Week 4 finish.

Youngstown State Penguins 17 1-3
Final 17–73
Pittsburgh Panthers 73 4-1 Winner
Winner
Pittsburgh Panthers
Final score
17–73
Halftime
Youngstown State Penguins 9–36 Pittsburgh Panthers
Top passer
Eli Holstein
FantasyHQ MVP
Eli Holstein

Top CFB performers · Penguins

  • Beau Brungard 231.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.29 EPA/play +7.9 EPA
  • Da'Shaun Whatley 18.0 yds -1.9 EPA
  • Tyshon King 14.0 yds -3.4 EPA

Top CFB performers · Panthers

  • Eli Holstein 199.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.46 EPA/play +11.1 EPA
  • Eli Holstein 110.0 yds · 2 TD +5.0 EPA
  • Daniel Carter 109.0 yds · 2 TD +10.3 EPA

Quick answer

Pittsburgh Panthers defeated Youngstown State Penguins 73–17 in Week 4, 2024. Final score: Youngstown State Penguins 17, Pittsburgh Panthers 73.

Game summary

Pittsburgh Panthers dominated Youngstown State Penguins 73–17 in Week 4 of the 2024 season.

  • Scoring: 12 touchdowns, 2 field goals across 14 plays.
  • Passing leader: Eli Holstein (Pittsburgh) — 199.0 pass yds, 3 TD, +0.46 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Eli Holstein — 110.0 yds, 2 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Max Tomczak — 5 rec, 46.0 yds.
  • EPA edge: Pittsburgh (+0.607/play) vs Youngstown State (-0.083/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
Youngstown State Penguins096617
Pittsburgh Panthers181891273

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

YSUYoungstown State Penguins
PITTPittsburgh Panthers

FantasyHQ CFB Analytics

Scoring timeline

14 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. Pittsburgh
    Q1TD
    RWRaphael Williams Jr.

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-6

    Eli Holstein pass to Raphael Williams Jr. for a touchdown (6 yards)

  2. Pittsburgh
    Q1TD
    DCDaniel Carter

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-12

    Daniel Carter rushes 24 yards for a touchdown

  3. Pittsburgh
    Q1TD
    EHEli Holstein

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-18

    Eli Holstein rushes 2 yards for a touchdown

  4. Youngstown State
    Q2FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 29
    Score
    3-18

    Field goal good from 46 yards

  5. Pittsburgh
    Q2TD
    KJKenny Johnson

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    3-24

    Eli Holstein pass to Kenny Johnson for a touchdown (10 yards)

  6. Pittsburgh
    Q2TD
    DCDaniel Carter

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    3-30

    Daniel Carter rushes 43 yards for a touchdown

  7. Youngstown State
    Q2TD
    CTCyrus Traugh

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    9-30

    Beau Brungard pass to Cyrus Traugh for a touchdown (25 yards)

  8. Pittsburgh
    Q2TD
    CLCensere Lee

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    9-36

    Eli Holstein pass to Censere Lee for a touchdown (82 yards)

  9. Youngstown State
    Q3TD
    CTCyrus Traugh

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    15-36

    Beau Brungard pass to Cyrus Traugh for a touchdown (44 yards)

  10. Pittsburgh
    Q3FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 32
    Score
    15-39

    Field goal good from 49 yards

  11. Pittsburgh
    Q3TD
    EHEli Holstein

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    15-45

    Eli Holstein rushes 2 yards for a touchdown

  12. Pittsburgh
    Q4TD
    DCDaniel Carter

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    15-51

    Nate Yarnell pass to Daniel Carter for a touchdown (13 yards)

  13. Youngstown State
    Q4TD
    MBMax Blanc

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    21-51

    Max Blanc — Interception returned for a touchdown

  14. Pittsburgh
    Q4TD
    CNChe Nwabuko

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    21-57

    Che Nwabuko rushes 57 yards for a touchdown

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Eli Holstein (Pittsburgh) — 199.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.46 EPA/play +11.09 EPA
  • Beau Brungard (Youngstown State) — 231.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.29 EPA/play +7.89 EPA
  • Nate Yarnell (Pittsburgh) — 102.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.38 EPA/play +4.16 EPA

Rushing

  • Eli Holstein (Pittsburgh) — 110.0 yds · 2 TD +0.62 EPA
  • Da'Shaun Whatley (Youngstown State) — 18.0 yds -0.24 EPA
  • Tyshon King (Youngstown State) — 14.0 yds -0.43 EPA

Receiving

  • Max Tomczak (Youngstown State) — 5 rec · 46.0 yds +0.85 EPA
  • Censere Lee (Pittsburgh) — 4 rec · 108.0 yds +1.62 EPA
  • Cyrus Traugh (Youngstown State) — 4 rec · 87.0 yds +3.12 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Eli HolsteinPittsburgh2462.5%1993+0.46+11.09
Beau BrungardYoungstown State2759.3%2312+0.29+7.89
Nate YarnellPittsburgh1172.7%1021+0.38+4.16
Max BlancYoungstown State366.7%270-1.56-4.68

Team EPA comparison

StatYoungstown StatePittsburgh
Plays6460
EPA / play-0.083+0.607
Total EPA-5.31+36.40
Success rate35.9%60.0%
Pass EPA / play+0.107+0.436
Rush EPA / play-0.251+0.846
Yards333613

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q1Pittsburgh1180+7.33Pass TD
Q1Youngstown State3-13-3.63Punt
Q1Pittsburgh242+3.14Rush TD
Q1Youngstown State3-1-2.92Punt
Q1Pittsburgh758+3.34Rush TD
Q1Youngstown State959+2.04Field goal
Q2Pittsburgh434+3.31Pass TD
Q2Youngstown State69-3.84Interception
Q2Pittsburgh243+2.97Rush TD
Q2Youngstown State1175+7.50Pass TD
Q2Pittsburgh182+5.94Pass TD
Q2Youngstown State518+0.12Ended
Q3Youngstown State549-1.56Fumble
Q3Pittsburgh3-18-4.77Punt
Q3Youngstown State247+5.53Pass TD
Q3Pittsburgh622-0.98Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q3 · Youngstown State Penguins · Fumble (-6.95 EPA)
  2. Q2 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Eli Holstein pass to Censere Lee for a touchdown (82 yards) (+5.94 EPA)
  3. Q3 · Youngstown State Penguins · Beau Brungard pass to Cyrus Traugh for a touchdown (44 yards) (+5.9 EPA)
  4. Q4 · Youngstown State Penguins · Max Blanc — Interception returned for a touchdown (-5.45 EPA)
  5. Q2 · Youngstown State Penguins · Beau Brungard pass to Cyrus Traugh for a touchdown (25 yards) (+5.44 EPA)
  6. Q4 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Che Nwabuko rushes 57 yards for a touchdown (+5.06 EPA)
  7. Q2 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Daniel Carter rushes 43 yards for a touchdown (+3.54 EPA)
  8. Q3 · Youngstown State Penguins · Beau Brungard pass to Tyshon King for 22 yards (3rd & 7) (+3.4 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • Pittsburgh Panthers controlled the final (73–17) in Week 4.
  • Passing edge: Eli Holstein (Pittsburgh) — 199.0 yds, 3 TD.
  • EPA edge: Pittsburgh at 0.607 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 Youngstown State Penguins vs Pittsburgh Panthers?

Youngstown State Penguins 17, Pittsburgh Panthers 73 in Week 4 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Youngstown State Penguins vs Pittsburgh Panthers?

Pittsburgh Panthers won with a final score of 17–73.

Where can I find the Youngstown State Penguins vs Pittsburgh Panthers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401634247.

Who led Youngstown State Penguins vs Pittsburgh Panthers in passing?

Eli Holstein (Pittsburgh) led passers with 199.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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

Season records after this game

Youngstown State Penguins

Entered 1-2 Now 1-3 L

Pittsburgh Panthers

Entered 3-1 Now 4-1 W