SMU Mustangs vs. Louisville Cardinals: 2024 Week 6 Recap

Quick answer

SMU Mustangs defeated Louisville Cardinals 34–27 in Week 6, 2024. Final score: SMU Mustangs 34, Louisville Cardinals 27.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
SMU Mustangs	12	9	3	6	34
Louisville Cardinals	9	3	12	0	27

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Tyler Shough (Louisville) — 372.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.46 EPA/play +19.30 EPA
• Kevin Jennings (SMU) — 253.0 yds · +0.38 EPA/play +9.87 EPA
• Preston Stone (SMU) — 10.0 yds · 1 TD · +2.08 EPA/play +2.08 EPA

Rushing

• Brashard Smith (SMU) — 52.0 yds -0.15 EPA
• Isaac Brown (Louisville) — 117.0 yds +0.56 EPA
• Kevin Jennings (SMU) — 113.0 yds · 1 TD +0.81 EPA

Receiving

• Ahmari Huggins-Bruce (Louisville) — 10 rec · 164.0 yds +1.28 EPA
• RJ Maryland (SMU) — 5 rec · 55.0 yds +0.72 EPA
• Isaac Brown (Louisville) — 5 rec · 44.0 yds +0.94 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Tyler Shough	Louisville	42	61.9%	372	2	+0.46	+19.30
Kevin Jennings	SMU	26	76.9%	253	0	+0.38	+9.87
Preston Stone	SMU	1	100.0%	10	1	+2.08	+2.08

Team EPA comparison

Stat	SMU	Louisville
Plays	61	72
EPA / play	+0.280	+0.242
Total EPA	+17.06	+17.41
Success rate	50.8%	47.2%
Pass EPA / play	+0.443	+0.459
Rush EPA / play	+0.150	-0.063
Yards	456	531

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	SMU	8	75	+6.17	Rush TD
Q1	Louisville	6	123	+11.54	Pass TD
Q1	SMU	5	68	+5.49	Pass TD
Q1	Louisville	8	52	+0.43	Field goal
Q1	SMU	6	19	-1.75	Punt
Q2	Louisville	10	34	-1.28	Punt
Q2	SMU	5	88	+7.00	Rush TD
Q2	Louisville	9	36	-0.95	Field goal
Q2	SMU	9	37	-0.14	Field goal
Q2	Louisville	9	77	+6.76	Rush TD
Q3	SMU	5	49	+1.13	Field goal
Q3	Louisville	4	94	+7.53	Pass TD
Q3	SMU	3	-1	-3.34	Missed FG
Q3	Louisville	11	57	-2.00	Ended
Q4	SMU	3	8	-1.58	Punt
Q4	Louisville	6	24	-1.53	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Louisville Cardinals · Tyler Shough pass to Ja'Corey Brooks for a touchdown (86 yards) (+8.92 EPA)
2. Q1 · Louisville Cardinals · Tyler Shough pass to Ahmari Huggins-Bruce for 58 yards (3rd & 8) (+5.94 EPA)
3. Q1 · Louisville Cardinals · Tyler Shough pass to Ahmari Huggins-Bruce for 58 yards (3rd & 8) (+5.94 EPA)
4. Q2 · SMU Mustangs · Kevin Jennings rushes 59 yards for a touchdown (+5.25 EPA)
5. Q3 · Louisville Cardinals · Isaac Brown rushes for 53 yards (2nd & 3) (+3.81 EPA)
6. Q1 · Louisville Cardinals · Tyler Shough pass to Ja'Corey Brooks for 29 yards (2nd & 10) (+3.38 EPA)
7. Q4 · Louisville Cardinals · Donald Chaney rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-3.19 EPA)
8. Q4 · Louisville Cardinals · Tyler Shough pass to Mark Redman for 32 yards (4th & 1) (+3.13 EPA)

Key takeaways

• SMU Mustangs controlled the final (34–27) in Week 6.
• Passing edge: Tyler Shough (Louisville) — 372.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: SMU at 0.28 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 SMU Mustangs vs Louisville Cardinals?

SMU Mustangs 34, Louisville Cardinals 27 in Week 6 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won SMU Mustangs vs Louisville Cardinals?

SMU Mustangs won with a final score of 34–27.

Where can I find the SMU Mustangs vs Louisville Cardinals box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401635571.

Who led SMU Mustangs vs Louisville Cardinals in passing?

Tyler Shough (Louisville) led passers with 372.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for SMU Mustangs at Louisville Cardinals in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.