Union College Dutchmen vs. Valparaiso Beacons: 2025 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Valparaiso Beacons defeated Union College Dutchmen 67–10 in Week 1, 2025. Final score: Union College Dutchmen 10, Valparaiso Beacons 67.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Union College Dutchmen	0	3	12	0	10
Valparaiso Beacons	12	18	18	6	67

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Caron Tyler (Valparaiso) — 57.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.34 EPA/play +2.37 EPA
• Jabari Ruise (Virginia University Of Lynchburg) — 50.0 yds · -0.43 EPA/play -4.33 EPA
• Rowan Keefe (Valparaiso) — 96.0 yds · 1 TD · -1.11 EPA/play -9.96 EPA

Rushing

• Michael Mansaray (Valparaiso) — 139.0 yds · 2 TD +0.31 EPA
• Jacob Newman (Virginia University Of Lynchburg) — 40.0 yds -0.19 EPA
• Dawaiian McNeely (Valparaiso) — 54.0 yds · 1 TD +0.40 EPA

Receiving

• Montell Wright (Virginia University Of Lynchburg) — 4 rec · 75.0 yds +0.20 EPA
• Jay Melchiori (Valparaiso) — 3 rec · 41.0 yds -0.10 EPA
• Demetris Mckelvy (Virginia University Of Lynchburg) — 2 rec · 19.0 yds -0.13 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Caron Tyler	Valparaiso	7	71.4%	57	1	+0.34	+2.37
Jabari Ruise	Virginia University Of Lynchburg	10	30.0%	50	0	-0.43	-4.33
Rowan Keefe	Valparaiso	9	55.6%	96	1	-1.11	-9.96
Max Zavala	Virginia University Of Lynchburg	23	47.8%	65	0	-0.48	-11.10

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Virginia University Of Lynchburg	Valparaiso
Plays	56	53
EPA / play	-0.391	+0.017
Total EPA	-21.89	+0.88
Success rate	23.2%	45.3%
Pass EPA / play	-0.468	-0.475
Rush EPA / play	-0.281	+0.229
Yards	181	455

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Virginia University Of Lynchburg	3	5	-3.86	Interception
Q1	Valparaiso	1	49	+3.97	Rush TD
Q1	Virginia University Of Lynchburg	8	16	-7.63	Fumble
Q1	Valparaiso	7	73	+4.87	Pass TD
Q1	Virginia University Of Lynchburg	16	75	+3.11	Field goal
Q2	Valparaiso	3	-1	-2.91	Field goal
Q2	Virginia University Of Lynchburg	1	-3	+0.30	Ended
Q2	Valparaiso	1	5	+1.15	Rush TD
Q2	Virginia University Of Lynchburg	3	6	-2.19	Punt
Q2	Valparaiso	2	43	-10.31	Touchdown
Q2	Valparaiso	4	13	-4.39	Ended
Q2	Virginia University Of Lynchburg	3	0	-1.94	Punt
Q2	Valparaiso	7	50	-0.36	Field goal
Q2	Virginia University Of Lynchburg	1	-4	0.00	Ended
Q3	Valparaiso	8	68	+3.73	Pass TD
Q3	Virginia University Of Lynchburg	3	0	-2.96	Touchdown

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Valparaiso Beacons · Rowan Keefe — Interception returned for a touchdown (-9.97 EPA)
2. Q3 · Virginia University Of Lynchburg · Fumble returned for a touchdown (-4.39 EPA)
3. Q1 · Valparaiso Beacons · Michael Mansaray rushes 49 yards for a touchdown (+3.97 EPA)
4. Q1 · Virginia University Of Lynchburg · Fumble (-3.95 EPA)
5. Q3 · Virginia University Of Lynchburg · Punt return touchdown (-3.48 EPA)
6. Q1 · Virginia University Of Lynchburg · Max Zavala pass to Ryan Sims for 25 yards (3rd & 10) (+3.25 EPA)
7. Q1 · Virginia University Of Lynchburg · Max Zavala pass to Montell Wright for 14 yards (3rd & 10) (+3.19 EPA)
8. Q3 · Valparaiso Beacons · Rowan Keefe pass to Ryan Ricketti for 20 yards (3rd & 8) (+3.05 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Valparaiso Beacons controlled the final (67–10) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Caron Tyler (Valparaiso) — 57.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Valparaiso at 0.017 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 Union College Dutchmen vs Valparaiso Beacons?

Union College Dutchmen 10, Valparaiso Beacons 67 in Week 1 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Union College Dutchmen vs Valparaiso Beacons?

Valparaiso Beacons won with a final score of 10–67.

Where can I find the Union College Dutchmen vs Valparaiso Beacons box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401767655.

Who led Union College Dutchmen vs Valparaiso Beacons in passing?

Caron Tyler (Valparaiso) led passers with 57.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Union College Dutchmen at Valparaiso Beacons in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.