Dayton Flyers vs. Eastern Illinois Panthers: 2025 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Eastern Illinois Panthers defeated Dayton Flyers 24–14 in Week 1, 2025. Final score: Dayton Flyers 14, Eastern Illinois Panthers 24.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Dayton Flyers	6	0	0	6	14
Eastern Illinois Panthers	0	3	6	12	24

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Bryce Schondelmyer (Dayton) — 259.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.04 EPA/play +1.24 EPA
• Cooper Willman (Eastern Illinois) — 0.0 yds · -0.79 EPA/play -0.79 EPA
• Cole LaCrue (Eastern Illinois) — 138.0 yds · -0.07 EPA/play -1.33 EPA

Rushing

• Charles Kellom (Eastern Illinois) — 133.0 yds -0.22 EPA
• Cole LaCrue (Eastern Illinois) — 187.0 yds · 3 TD +0.53 EPA
• Mason Hackett (Dayton) — 24.0 yds -0.37 EPA

Receiving

• Gavin Lochow (Dayton) — 6 rec · 124.0 yds +0.23 EPA
• Michael Mussari (Dayton) — 6 rec · 116.0 yds +0.95 EPA
• Cooper Willman (Eastern Illinois) — 3 rec · 50.0 yds +0.52 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Bryce Schondelmyer	Dayton	34	50.0%	259	2	+0.04	+1.24
Cooper Willman	Eastern Illinois	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.79	-0.79
Cole LaCrue	Eastern Illinois	19	47.4%	138	0	-0.07	-1.33

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Dayton	Eastern Illinois
Plays	50	82
EPA / play	-0.230	-0.027
Total EPA	-11.51	-2.24
Success rate	24.0%	43.9%
Pass EPA / play	+0.036	-0.106
Rush EPA / play	-0.797	-0.002
Yards	307	468

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Eastern Illinois	3	5	-2.61	Punt
Q1	Dayton	6	70	+5.64	Pass TD
Q1	Eastern Illinois	6	18	-1.71	Punt
Q1	Dayton	3	2	-2.83	Punt
Q1	Eastern Illinois	6	30	-4.02	Fumble
Q1	Dayton	4	53	+0.11	Missed FG
Q2	Eastern Illinois	7	74	-0.77	Ended
Q2	Dayton	3	5	-2.54	Punt
Q2	Eastern Illinois	11	67	+1.10	Field goal
Q2	Dayton	3	4	-1.75	Punt
Q2	Eastern Illinois	4	-1	-1.84	Punt
Q2	Dayton	3	2	-1.04	Punt
Q2	Eastern Illinois	3	0	-0.78	Punt
Q2	Dayton	4	26	-0.41	Missed FG
Q2	Eastern Illinois	1	0	-1.57	Ended
Q3	Dayton	7	31	-1.64	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Dayton Flyers · Fumble (-6.47 EPA)
2. Q1 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · Fumble (-5.94 EPA)
3. Q1 · Dayton Flyers · Bryce Schondelmyer pass to Gavin Lochow for a touchdown (48 yards) (+5.02 EPA)
4. Q4 · Dayton Flyers · Bryce Schondelmyer pass to Michael Mussari for a touchdown (67 yards) (+4.95 EPA)
5. Q4 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · Cole LaCrue pass to DeAirious Smith for 47 yards (3rd & 6) (+4.63 EPA)
6. Q4 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · Fumble (-4.54 EPA)
7. Q3 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · Cole LaCrue pass intercepted (-3.59 EPA)
8. Q2 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · Cole LaCrue rushes for 1 yard (4th & 6) (-3.1 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Eastern Illinois Panthers controlled the final (24–14) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Bryce Schondelmyer (Dayton) — 259.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Eastern Illinois at -0.027 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 Dayton Flyers vs Eastern Illinois Panthers?

Dayton Flyers 14, Eastern Illinois Panthers 24 in Week 1 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Dayton Flyers vs Eastern Illinois Panthers?

Eastern Illinois Panthers won with a final score of 14–24.

Where can I find the Dayton Flyers vs Eastern Illinois Panthers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401767171.

Who led Dayton Flyers vs Eastern Illinois Panthers in passing?

Bryce Schondelmyer (Dayton) led passers with 259.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Dayton Flyers at Eastern Illinois Panthers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.