Drake Bulldogs vs. Valparaiso Beacons: 2024 Week 6 Recap

Quick answer

Drake Bulldogs defeated Valparaiso Beacons 27–3 in Week 6, 2024. Final score: Drake Bulldogs 27, Valparaiso Beacons 3.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Drake Bulldogs	6	3	0	9	27
Valparaiso Beacons	6	0	3	0	3

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Blake Ellingson (Drake) — 4.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.18 EPA/play -0.55 EPA
• Ryan Mann (Valparaiso) — 0.0 yds · -1.34 EPA/play -1.34 EPA
• Luke Bailey (Drake) — 225.0 yds · -0.15 EPA/play -3.93 EPA

Rushing

• Ryan Mann (Valparaiso) — 31.0 yds -0.05 EPA
• Davion Cherwin (Drake) — 72.0 yds · 1 TD +0.28 EPA
• Luke Woodson (Drake) — 31.0 yds -0.18 EPA

Receiving

• Sam Rodriguez (Drake) — 3 rec · 65.0 yds -0.19 EPA
• Mitchell January (Drake) — 4 rec · 38.0 yds +0.05 EPA
• Gary Givens III (Valparaiso) — 2 rec · 23.0 yds +0.82 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Blake Ellingson	Drake	3	66.7%	4	1	-0.18	-0.55
Ryan Mann	Valparaiso	1	0.0%	0	0	-1.34	-1.34
Luke Bailey	Drake	27	63.0%	225	0	-0.15	-3.93
Caron Tyler	Valparaiso	27	40.7%	59	0	-0.49	-13.26

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Drake	Valparaiso
Plays	59	54
EPA / play	-0.089	-0.457
Total EPA	-5.26	-24.68
Success rate	44.1%	24.1%
Pass EPA / play	-0.149	-0.521
Rush EPA / play	-0.027	-0.388
Yards	367	101

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Valparaiso	3	-11	-4.20	Punt
Q1	Drake	3	4	-3.10	Ended
Q1	Valparaiso	0	0	—	Touchdown
Q1	Valparaiso	3	2	-2.65	Punt
Q1	Drake	6	69	+5.04	Pass TD
Q1	Valparaiso	6	-2	-3.01	Punt
Q1	Drake	7	45	-0.40	Field goal
Q2	Valparaiso	3	12	-0.74	Punt
Q2	Drake	6	45	-0.68	Missed FG
Q2	Valparaiso	3	-5	-2.58	Punt
Q2	Drake	8	48	-0.30	Ended
Q2	Valparaiso	4	17	-4.46	Interception
Q2	Drake	2	20	-3.38	Interception
Q2	Valparaiso	2	5	-0.23	Ended
Q3	Drake	5	7	-3.25	Punt
Q3	Valparaiso	10	20	-2.04	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Valparaiso Beacons · Fumble returned for a touchdown (-5.96 EPA)
2. Q2 · Drake Bulldogs · Luke Bailey pass intercepted (-4.39 EPA)
3. Q3 · Valparaiso Beacons · Caron Tyler pass to Gary Givens III for 17 yards (3rd & 15) (+3.9 EPA)
4. Q2 · Valparaiso Beacons · Caron Tyler pass intercepted (-3.7 EPA)
5. Q2 · Drake Bulldogs · Luke Bailey pass to Parker Olthoff for 40 yards (3rd & 9) (+3.37 EPA)
6. Q2 · Drake Bulldogs · Blocked Field Goal (35 yards) (-2.95 EPA)
7. Q3 · Drake Bulldogs · Luke Bailey sacked for a loss of 9 yards (3rd & 11) (-2.59 EPA)
8. Q4 · Drake Bulldogs · Davion Cherwin rushes 21 yards for a touchdown (+2.58 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Drake Bulldogs controlled the final (27–3) in Week 6.
• Passing edge: Blake Ellingson (Drake) — 4.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Drake at -0.089 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 Drake Bulldogs vs Valparaiso Beacons?

Drake Bulldogs 27, Valparaiso Beacons 3 in Week 6 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Drake Bulldogs vs Valparaiso Beacons?

Drake Bulldogs won with a final score of 27–3.

Where can I find the Drake Bulldogs vs Valparaiso Beacons box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401638663.

Who led Drake Bulldogs vs Valparaiso Beacons in passing?

Blake Ellingson (Drake) led passers with 4.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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