Central Michigan Chippewas 17–45 Pittsburgh Panthers: Final Score & Recap | Week 2, 2025

Quick answer

Pittsburgh Panthers defeated Central Michigan Chippewas 45–17 in Week 2, 2025. Final score: Central Michigan Chippewas 17, Pittsburgh Panthers 45.

Game summary

Pittsburgh Panthers dominated Central Michigan Chippewas 45–17 in Week 2 of the 2025 season.

Scoring: 8 touchdowns, 2 field goals across 10 plays.
Passing leader: Eli Holstein (Pittsburgh) — 323.0 pass yds, 4 TD, +0.36 EPA/play.
Rushing leader: Desmond Reid — 46.0 yds.
Receiving leader: Raphael Williams Jr. — 6 rec, 111.0 yds.
EPA edge: Pittsburgh (+0.251/play) vs Central Michigan (-0.049/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Central Michigan Chippewas	0	9	6	0	17
Pittsburgh Panthers	6	15	6	12	45

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

CMUCentral Michigan Chippewas

+3OPP 24

+3OPP 26

OPP EZ

PITTPittsburgh Panthers

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Scoring timeline

10 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

Pittsburgh
Q1TD
RWRaphael Williams Jr.
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
0-6
Eli Holstein pass to Raphael Williams Jr. for a touchdown (3 yards)
Central Michigan
Q2FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 24
Score
3-6
Field goal good from 41 yards
Pittsburgh
Q2TD
JHJustin Holmes
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
3-12
Eli Holstein pass to Justin Holmes for a touchdown (12 yards)
Pittsburgh
Q2TD
JAJosh Altsman
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
3-18
Eli Holstein pass to Josh Altsman for a touchdown (2 yards)
Pittsburgh
Q2FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 26
Score
3-21
Field goal good from 43 yards
Central Michigan
Q2TD
JGJadyn Glasser
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
9-21
Jadyn Glasser rushes 2 yards for a touchdown
Central Michigan
Q3TD
DTDeCorion Temple
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
15-21
Joe Labas pass to DeCorion Temple for a touchdown (6 yards)
Pittsburgh
Q3TD
RWRaphael Williams Jr.
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
15-27
Eli Holstein pass to Raphael Williams Jr. for a touchdown (48 yards)
Pittsburgh
Q4TD
JGJuelz Goff
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
15-33
Juelz Goff rushes 2 yards for a touchdown
Pittsburgh
Q4TD
JTJa'Kyrian Turner
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
15-39
Ja'Kyrian Turner rushes 2 yards for a touchdown

Stars of the game

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

Passing

Eli Holstein (Pittsburgh) — 323.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.36 EPA/play +10.45 EPA
Joe Labas (Central Michigan) — 89.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.51 EPA/play +7.11 EPA
Jadyn Glasser (Central Michigan) — 67.0 yds · +0.34 EPA/play +4.14 EPA

Rushing

Desmond Reid (Pittsburgh) — 46.0 yds -0.44 EPA
Trey Cornist (Central Michigan) — 13.0 yds -0.67 EPA
Nahree Biggins (Central Michigan) — 10.0 yds -0.66 EPA

Receiving

Raphael Williams Jr. (Pittsburgh) — 6 rec · 111.0 yds +0.30 EPA
Desmond Reid (Pittsburgh) — 5 rec · 69.0 yds +1.03 EPA
Justin Ruffin Jr. (Central Michigan) — 4 rec · 19.0 yds -0.18 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Eli Holstein	Pittsburgh	29	72.4%	323	4	+0.36	+10.45
Joe Labas	Central Michigan	14	78.6%	89	1	+0.51	+7.11
Jadyn Glasser	Central Michigan	12	50.0%	67	0	+0.34	+4.14
Mason Heintschel	Pittsburgh	4	75.0%	36	0	+0.73	+2.94
Angel Flores	Central Michigan	5	20.0%	-8	0	-0.94	-4.68

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Central Michigan	Pittsburgh
Plays	68	57
EPA / play	-0.049	+0.251
Total EPA	-3.34	+14.29
Success rate	26.5%	56.1%
Pass EPA / play	+0.212	+0.406
Rush EPA / play	-0.268	+0.038
Yards	231	479

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Pittsburgh	7	69	+5.24	Pass TD
Q1	Central Michigan	3	14	-1.44	Punt
Q1	Pittsburgh	14	61	-2.24	Ended
Q1	Central Michigan	10	35	-1.27	Field goal
Q2	Pittsburgh	5	69	+5.06	Pass TD
Q2	Central Michigan	3	-3	-2.86	Punt
Q2	Pittsburgh	5	44	+3.41	Pass TD
Q2	Central Michigan	3	-1	-2.83	Punt
Q2	Pittsburgh	5	34	-0.76	Field goal
Q2	Central Michigan	2	5	+0.14	Punt
Q2	Pittsburgh	2	24	-3.52	Interception
Q2	Central Michigan	7	10	+3.25	Rush TD
Q2	Pittsburgh	2	26	-1.32	Ended
Q3	Central Michigan	5	20	-1.47	Punt
Q3	Pittsburgh	3	8	-1.38	Punt
Q3	Central Michigan	11	73	+7.57	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

Q1 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Eli Holstein rushes for 31 yards (3rd & 14) (+4.88 EPA)
Q3 · Central Michigan Chippewas · Joe Labas pass to Langston Lewis for 21 yards (4th & 4) (+4.6 EPA)
Q3 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Eli Holstein pass to Raphael Williams Jr. for a touchdown (48 yards) (+4.1 EPA)
Q3 · Central Michigan Chippewas · Jadyn Glasser pass to DeCorion Temple for 8 yards (4th & 4) (+3.92 EPA)
Q2 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Eli Holstein pass intercepted (-3.55 EPA)
Q2 · Central Michigan Chippewas · Jadyn Glasser rushes 2 yards for a touchdown (+3.21 EPA)
Q1 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Eli Holstein to Raphael Williams Jr. — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (-3.17 EPA)
Q2 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Eli Holstein pass to Kenny Johnson for 33 yards (2nd & 10) (+3.05 EPA)

Key takeaways

Pittsburgh Panthers controlled the final (45–17) in Week 2.
Passing edge: Eli Holstein (Pittsburgh) — 323.0 yds, 4 TD.
EPA edge: Pittsburgh at 0.251 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 Central Michigan Chippewas vs Pittsburgh Panthers?

Central Michigan Chippewas 17, Pittsburgh Panthers 45 in Week 2 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Central Michigan Chippewas vs Pittsburgh Panthers?

Pittsburgh Panthers won with a final score of 17–45.

Where can I find the Central Michigan Chippewas vs Pittsburgh Panthers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401754529.

Who led Central Michigan Chippewas vs Pittsburgh Panthers in passing?

Eli Holstein (Pittsburgh) led passers with 323.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Central Michigan Chippewas at Pittsburgh Panthers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.