West Georgia Wolves vs. Samford Bulldogs: 2025 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

West Georgia Wolves defeated Samford Bulldogs 34–3 in Week 1, 2025. Final score: West Georgia Wolves 34, Samford Bulldogs 3.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
West Georgia Wolves	9	0	6	9	34
Samford Bulldogs	0	0	0	9	3

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Bryce Dickerson (West Georgia) — 22.0 yds · +1.34 EPA/play +1.34 EPA
• Brady Stober (Samford) — 93.0 yds · +0.02 EPA/play +0.31 EPA
• Davin Wydner (West Georgia) — 210.0 yds · -0.03 EPA/play -1.11 EPA

Rushing

• Latrelle Murrell (West Georgia) — 129.0 yds +0.59 EPA
• TJ Lester (West Georgia) — 30.0 yds · 1 TD -0.33 EPA
• Quincy Crittendon (Samford) — 14.0 yds -1.79 EPA

Receiving

• Preston Bird (Samford) — 11 rec · 95.0 yds +0.19 EPA
• Owen Dupree (West Georgia) — 7 rec · 71.0 yds +0.20 EPA
• Jordan Dees (West Georgia) — 6 rec · 60.0 yds +0.74 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Bryce Dickerson	West Georgia	1	100.0%	22	0	+1.34	+1.34
Brady Stober	Samford	15	66.7%	93	0	+0.02	+0.31
Davin Wydner	West Georgia	36	50.0%	210	0	-0.03	-1.11
Quincy Crittendon	Samford	32	68.8%	143	0	-0.08	-2.61

Team EPA comparison

Stat	West Georgia	Samford
Plays	69	70
EPA / play	+0.001	-0.308
Total EPA	+0.06	-21.59
Success rate	39.1%	34.3%
Pass EPA / play	+0.006	-0.049
Rush EPA / play	-0.005	-0.839
Yards	419	286

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Samford	8	45	-2.21	Ended
Q1	West Georgia	6	10	-4.58	Field goal
Q1	Samford	3	3	-2.97	Punt
Q1	West Georgia	11	70	+5.32	Rush TD
Q1	Samford	4	24	-0.65	Punt
Q1	West Georgia	3	9	-0.93	Punt
Q2	Samford	2	9	+0.55	Punt
Q2	West Georgia	5	32	+0.56	Punt
Q2	Samford	7	19	-4.44	Ended
Q2	West Georgia	6	28	-1.37	Missed FG
Q2	Samford	3	7	-1.26	Punt
Q2	West Georgia	4	25	-1.80	Interception
Q2	Samford	3	4	-1.12	Punt
Q2	West Georgia	7	58	+0.35	Touchdown
Q3	Samford	6	32	-0.56	Punt
Q3	West Georgia	5	21	-0.93	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Samford Bulldogs · Fumble returned for a touchdown (-7.48 EPA)
2. Q3 · West Georgia Wolves · Kickoff (+5.52 EPA)
3. Q3 · Samford Bulldogs · Fumble (-5.24 EPA)
4. Q4 · West Georgia Wolves · Latrelle Murrell rushes for 67 yards (2nd & 11) (+4.55 EPA)
5. Q1 · West Georgia Wolves · Punt for 56 yards (-3.63 EPA)
6. Q1 · West Georgia Wolves · Davin Wydner pass to TJ Lester for 12 yards (4th & 3) (+3.48 EPA)
7. Q2 · Samford Bulldogs · Quincy Crittendon rushes for a loss of 1 yard (4th & 1) (-3.47 EPA)
8. Q2 · West Georgia Wolves · Davin Wydner pass to Jamarcus Prince for 24 yards (2nd & 23) (+3.26 EPA)

Key takeaways

• West Georgia Wolves controlled the final (34–3) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Bryce Dickerson (West Georgia) — 22.0 yds.
• EPA edge: West Georgia at 0.001 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 West Georgia Wolves vs Samford Bulldogs?

West Georgia Wolves 34, Samford Bulldogs 3 in Week 1 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won West Georgia Wolves vs Samford Bulldogs?

West Georgia Wolves won with a final score of 34–3.

Where can I find the West Georgia Wolves vs Samford Bulldogs box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401767298.

Who led West Georgia Wolves vs Samford Bulldogs in passing?

Bryce Dickerson (West Georgia) led passers with 22.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for West Georgia Wolves at Samford Bulldogs in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.