Quick answer
Tennessee State Tigers defeated Eastern Illinois Panthers 41–17 in Week 7, 2024. Final score: Eastern Illinois Panthers 17, Tennessee State Tigers 41.
Game summary
Tennessee State Tigers rolled past Eastern Illinois Panthers 41–17 in Week 7 of the 2024 season.
- Scoring: 8 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 9 plays.
- Passing leader: Draylen Ellis (Tennessee State) — 252.0 pass yds, 4 TD, +0.66 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: MJ Flowers — 57.0 yds, 1 TD.
- Receiving leader: Cooper Willman — 8 rec, 141.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Tennessee State (+0.242/play) vs Eastern Illinois (-0.146/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Eastern Illinois Panthers | 0 | 9 | 6 | 0 | 17 |
 Tennessee State Tigers | 0 | 18 | 12 | 6 | 41 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
EIUEastern Illinois PanthersField goal good from 30 yards
Draylen Ellis pass to Karate Brenson for a touchdown (4 yards)
Draylen Ellis pass to Bryant Williams for a touchdown (7 yards)
CJ Evans rushes 4 yards for a touchdown
Pierce Holley pass to MJ Flowers for a touchdown (9 yards)
MJ Flowers rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
Draylen Ellis pass to Jalal Dean for a touchdown (31 yards)
Draylen Ellis pass to Gerard Bullock for a touchdown (8 yards)
Tevin Carter rushes 12 yards for a touchdown
TNSTTennessee State TigersFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Eastern Illinois
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 13
- Score
- 3-0
Field goal good from 30 yards
- Tennessee State
Q2TD KBKarate BrensonPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 3-6
Draylen Ellis pass to Karate Brenson for a touchdown (4 yards)
- Tennessee State
Q2TD BWBryant WilliamsPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 3-12
Draylen Ellis pass to Bryant Williams for a touchdown (7 yards)
- Tennessee State
Q2TD CECJ EvansPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 3-18
CJ Evans rushes 4 yards for a touchdown
- Eastern Illinois
Q2TD MFMJ FlowersPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 9-18
Pierce Holley pass to MJ Flowers for a touchdown (9 yards)
- Eastern Illinois
Q3TD MFMJ FlowersPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 15-18
MJ Flowers rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
- Tennessee State
Q3TD JDJalal DeanPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 15-24
Draylen Ellis pass to Jalal Dean for a touchdown (31 yards)
- Tennessee State
Q3TD GBGerard BullockPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 15-30
Draylen Ellis pass to Gerard Bullock for a touchdown (8 yards)
- Tennessee State
Q4TD TCTevin CarterPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 15-36
Tevin Carter rushes 12 yards for a touchdown
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Draylen Ellis (Tennessee State) — 252.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.66 EPA/play +17.67 EPA
- Pierce Holley (Eastern Illinois) — 327.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.18 EPA/play +6.80 EPA
- Blainey Dowling (Eastern Illinois) — 22.0 yds · +0.63 EPA/play +1.26 EPA
Rushing
- MJ Flowers (Eastern Illinois) — 57.0 yds · 1 TD -0.30 EPA
- Jaden McGill (Tennessee State) — 47.0 yds -0.07 EPA
- CJ Evans (Tennessee State) — 37.0 yds · 1 TD +0.66 EPA
Receiving
- Cooper Willman (Eastern Illinois) — 8 rec · 141.0 yds +0.59 EPA
- CJ Nelson (Eastern Illinois) — 2 rec · 24.0 yds -0.54 EPA
- Karate Brenson (Tennessee State) — 6 rec · 121.0 yds +1.78 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Draylen Ellis | Tennessee State | 27 | 74.1% | 252 | 4 | +0.66 | +17.67 |
| Pierce Holley | Eastern Illinois | 37 | 75.7% | 327 | 1 | +0.18 | +6.80 |
| Blainey Dowling | Eastern Illinois | 2 | 100.0% | 22 | 0 | +0.63 | +1.26 |
| Tevin Carter | Tennessee State | 1 | 100.0% | 13 | 0 | +0.66 | +0.66 |
| incomplete | Tennessee State | 7 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | -0.82 | -5.74 |
| incomplete | Eastern Illinois | 15 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | -1.00 | -14.95 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Eastern Illinois | Tennessee State |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 82 | 64 |
| EPA / play | -0.146 | +0.242 |
| Total EPA | -11.99 | +15.51 |
| Success rate | 41.5% | 46.9% |
| Pass EPA / play | -0.127 | +0.304 |
| Rush EPA / play | -0.183 | +0.163 |
| Yards | 455 | 400 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Tennessee State | 8 | 47 | +0.20 | Ended |
| Q1 | Eastern Illinois | 1 | 10 | -0.52 | Ended |
| Q1 | Eastern Illinois | 8 | 39 | -0.46 | Missed FG |
| Q1 | Tennessee State | 3 | 0 | -3.54 | Punt |
| Q1 | Eastern Illinois | 5 | 42 | +0.63 | Punt |
| Q1 | Tennessee State | 3 | 3 | -2.73 | Punt |
| Q1 | Eastern Illinois | 8 | 40 | -0.79 | Field goal |
| Q2 | Tennessee State | 10 | 50 | +3.57 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Eastern Illinois | 4 | 17 | -1.63 | Punt |
| Q2 | Tennessee State | 6 | 69 | +5.49 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Eastern Illinois | 4 | 7 | -4.50 | Ended |
| Q2 | Tennessee State | 8 | 32 | +3.35 | Rush TD |
| Q2 | Eastern Illinois | 6 | 79 | +6.73 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Tennessee State | 3 | 5 | -0.69 | Punt |
| Q3 | Eastern Illinois | 10 | 80 | +6.39 | Rush TD |
| Q3 | Tennessee State | 3 | 0 | -3.14 | Punt |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q4 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · Pierce Holley pass intercepted (-7.93 EPA)
- Q3 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · Pierce Holley pass to Cooper Willman for 48 yards (3rd & 11) (+5.86 EPA)
- Q2 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · Pierce Holley pass to Quenton Rogers for 62 yards (3rd & 2) (+4.13 EPA)
- Q2 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · Pierce Holley pass to MJ Flowers for a touchdown (9 yards) (+4.05 EPA)
- Q2 · Tennessee State Tigers · Draylen Ellis pass to Karate Brenson for a touchdown (4 yards) (+3.91 EPA)
- Q2 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · MJ Flowers rushes for a loss of 2 yards (4th & 1) (-3.57 EPA)
- Q4 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · incomplete to Quenton Rogers — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (-3.03 EPA)
- Q3 · Tennessee State Tigers · Draylen Ellis pass to Karate Brenson for 27 yards (3rd & 2) (+3.0 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Tennessee State Tigers controlled the final (41–17) in Week 7.
- Passing edge: Draylen Ellis (Tennessee State) — 252.0 yds, 4 TD.
- EPA edge: Tennessee State at 0.242 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 Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Tennessee State Tigers?
Eastern Illinois Panthers 17, Tennessee State Tigers 41 in Week 7 of the 2024 college football season.
Who won Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Tennessee State Tigers?
Tennessee State Tigers won with a final score of 17–41.
Where can I find the Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Tennessee State Tigers box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401633989.
Who led Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Tennessee State Tigers in passing?
Draylen Ellis (Tennessee State) led passers with 252.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Eastern Illinois Panthers at Tennessee State Tigers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Eastern Illinois Panthers
Entered 1-5 Now 1-6 L
Tennessee State Tigers
Entered 4-2 Now 5-2 W
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