East Texas A&M Lions vs. SMU Mustangs: 2025 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

SMU Mustangs defeated East Texas A&M Lions 42–13 in Week 1, 2025. Final score: East Texas A&M Lions 13, SMU Mustangs 42.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
East Texas A&M Lions	6	9	6	9	13
SMU Mustangs	6	6	0	12	42

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Kevin Jennings (SMU) — 251.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.06 EPA/play -1.86 EPA
• Will Madonna (East Texas A&M) — 69.0 yds · -0.46 EPA/play -6.00 EPA
• Eric Rodriguez (East Texas A&M) — 274.0 yds · -0.35 EPA/play -11.72 EPA

Rushing

• EJ Oakmon (East Texas A&M) — 24.0 yds -0.18 EPA
• Derrick McFall (SMU) — 22.0 yds -0.54 EPA
• T.J. Harden (SMU) — 42.0 yds +0.47 EPA

Receiving

• Christian Jourdain (East Texas A&M) — 5 rec · 53.0 yds +0.08 EPA
• Romello Brinson (SMU) — 7 rec · 121.0 yds +0.86 EPA
• Jalen Cooper (SMU) — 5 rec · 73.0 yds +0.60 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Kevin Jennings	SMU	32	68.8%	251	2	-0.06	-1.86
Will Madonna	East Texas A&M	13	46.2%	69	0	-0.46	-6.00
Eric Rodriguez	East Texas A&M	33	42.4%	274	0	-0.35	-11.72

Team EPA comparison

Stat	East Texas A&M	SMU
Plays	78	63
EPA / play	-0.226	-0.028
Total EPA	-17.60	-1.77
Success rate	34.6%	49.2%
Pass EPA / play	-0.385	-0.058
Rush EPA / play	+0.004	+0.003
Yards	476	414

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	SMU	3	75	+6.16	Pass TD
Q1	East Texas A&M	6	18	-0.76	Punt
Q1	SMU	7	36	-0.17	Punt
Q1	East Texas A&M	6	19	-7.49	Punt
Q1	SMU	3	4	-5.57	Fumble
Q1	East Texas A&M	4	34	-0.49	Missed FG
Q1	SMU	6	70	+5.53	Rush TD
Q2	East Texas A&M	3	9	-1.87	Punt
Q2	SMU	11	62	-2.24	Interception
Q2	East Texas A&M	7	68	+1.50	Field goal
Q2	SMU	3	-1	-2.47	Punt
Q2	East Texas A&M	3	2	-1.83	Punt
Q2	SMU	7	16	-0.30	Punt
Q2	East Texas A&M	2	4	-0.39	Ended
Q3	East Texas A&M	14	169	-7.94	Punt
Q3	SMU	4	9	-5.51	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · East Texas A&M Lions · Eric Rodriguez — Interception returned for a touchdown (-11.37 EPA)
2. Q3 · East Texas A&M Lions · Fumble (-6.38 EPA)
3. Q2 · SMU Mustangs · Kevin Jennings pass intercepted (-5.22 EPA)
4. Q1 · SMU Mustangs · Fumble (-5.17 EPA)
5. Q1 · SMU Mustangs · Kevin Jennings pass to Romello Brinson for a touchdown (63 yards) (+5.07 EPA)
6. Q1 · East Texas A&M Lions · Field goal missed (-4.33 EPA)
7. Q1 · East Texas A&M Lions · Will Madonna — Interception returned for a touchdown (-4.21 EPA)
8. Q4 · East Texas A&M Lions · Eric Rodriguez pass to Devin Matthews for 44 yards (3rd & 3) (+4.15 EPA)

Key takeaways

• SMU Mustangs controlled the final (42–13) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Kevin Jennings (SMU) — 251.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: SMU at -0.028 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 East Texas A&M Lions vs SMU Mustangs?

East Texas A&M Lions 13, SMU Mustangs 42 in Week 1 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won East Texas A&M Lions vs SMU Mustangs?

SMU Mustangs won with a final score of 13–42.

Where can I find the East Texas A&M Lions vs SMU Mustangs box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401754521.

Who led East Texas A&M Lions vs SMU Mustangs in passing?

Kevin Jennings (SMU) led passers with 251.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for East Texas A&M Lions at SMU Mustangs in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.