Villanova Wildcats vs. Maine Black Bears: 2024 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Maine Black Bears defeated Villanova Wildcats 35–7 in Week 8, 2024. Final score: Villanova Wildcats 7, Maine Black Bears 35.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Villanova Wildcats	6	0	0	0	7
Maine Black Bears	12	6	6	0	35

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Carter Peevy (Maine) — 159.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.63 EPA/play +11.42 EPA
• Anthony Harris (Maine) — 13.0 yds · -0.71 EPA/play -2.14 EPA
• Tanner Maddocks (Villanova) — 29.0 yds · -0.48 EPA/play -2.87 EPA

Rushing

• Brian Santana-Fis (Maine) — 56.0 yds · 1 TD +0.20 EPA
• Tavion Banks (Maine) — 45.0 yds -0.22 EPA
• David Avit (Villanova) — 39.0 yds +0.07 EPA

Receiving

• Montigo Moss (Maine) — 5 rec · 44.0 yds +1.08 EPA
• Lucas Kopecky (Villanova) — 4 rec · 43.0 yds +1.43 EPA
• Joe Gillette (Maine) — 3 rec · 78.0 yds +2.13 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Carter Peevy	Maine	18	83.3%	159	3	+0.63	+11.42
Anthony Harris	Maine	3	66.7%	13	0	-0.71	-2.14
Tanner Maddocks	Villanova	6	33.3%	29	0	-0.48	-2.87
Connor Watkins	Villanova	35	40.0%	81	0	-0.22	-7.60

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Villanova	Maine
Plays	58	52
EPA / play	-0.200	+0.078
Total EPA	-11.61	+4.04
Success rate	27.6%	46.2%
Pass EPA / play	-0.255	+0.442
Rush EPA / play	-0.067	-0.169
Yards	172	345

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Villanova	3	3	-2.93	Punt
Q1	Maine	4	76	+6.22	Pass TD
Q1	Maine	2	24	+2.37	Pass TD
Q1	Villanova	3	6	-2.62	Punt
Q1	Maine	4	54	-1.69	Fumble
Q1	Villanova	10	49	+1.32	Touchdown
Q1	Villanova	2	-6	-4.15	Fumble
Q1	Maine	3	9	+1.71	Rush TD
Q2	Villanova	10	52	+6.63	Ended
Q2	Maine	8	46	-0.31	Ended
Q2	Villanova	9	8	-1.38	Punt
Q2	Maine	3	6	-0.56	Punt
Q2	Villanova	2	0	-1.83	Interception
Q2	Maine	2	7	-0.91	Ended
Q3	Maine	11	68	+3.14	Pass TD
Q3	Villanova	3	-6	-3.08	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Villanova Wildcats · Blocked Field Goal Touchdown (70 yards) (-7.09 EPA)
2. Q1 · Villanova Wildcats · Fumble (-5.03 EPA)
3. Q1 · Maine Black Bears · Carter Peevy pass to Joe Gillette for a touchdown (55 yards) (+4.7 EPA)
4. Q1 · Villanova Wildcats · Fumble (-3.49 EPA)
5. Q2 · Villanova Wildcats · Connor Watkins pass to Kenyon Miles for 16 yards (3rd & 15) (+3.46 EPA)
6. Q3 · Villanova Wildcats · Connor Watkins pass to Jaylan Sanchez for 16 yards (3rd & 13) (+3.2 EPA)
7. Q3 · Maine Black Bears · Carter Peevy pass to Montigo Moss for 18 yards (3rd & 9) (+3.17 EPA)
8. Q2 · Villanova Wildcats · Connor Watkins pass to Lucas Kopecky for 7 yards (2nd & 7) (+3.02 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Maine Black Bears controlled the final (35–7) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Carter Peevy (Maine) — 159.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Maine at 0.078 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 Villanova Wildcats vs Maine Black Bears?

Villanova Wildcats 7, Maine Black Bears 35 in Week 8 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Villanova Wildcats vs Maine Black Bears?

Maine Black Bears won with a final score of 7–35.

Where can I find the Villanova Wildcats vs Maine Black Bears box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401628655.

Who led Villanova Wildcats vs Maine Black Bears in passing?

Carter Peevy (Maine) led passers with 159.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Villanova Wildcats at Maine Black Bears in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.