Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs. LSU Tigers: 2025 Week 2 Recap

Quick answer

LSU Tigers defeated Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 23–7 in Week 2, 2025. Final score: Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 7, LSU Tigers 23.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs	0	0	0	6	7
LSU Tigers	6	3	6	6	23

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Garrett Nussmeier (LSU) — 229.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.11 EPA/play +4.88 EPA
• Blake Baker (Louisiana Tech) — 39.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.19 EPA/play +1.72 EPA
• Trey Kukuk (Louisiana Tech) — 47.0 yds · -0.48 EPA/play -9.07 EPA

Rushing

• Caden Durham (LSU) — 29.0 yds · 1 TD -0.09 EPA
• Clay Thevenin (Louisiana Tech) — 22.0 yds -0.17 EPA
• Harlem Berry (LSU) — 56.0 yds +0.10 EPA

Receiving

• Barion Brown (LSU) — 8 rec · 94.0 yds +0.89 EPA
• Aaron Anderson (LSU) — 8 rec · 92.0 yds +0.53 EPA
• Zavion Thomas (LSU) — 4 rec · 35.0 yds +0.36 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Garrett Nussmeier	LSU	44	59.1%	229	1	+0.11	+4.88
Blake Baker	Louisiana Tech	9	33.3%	39	1	+0.19	+1.72
Trey Kukuk	Louisiana Tech	19	63.2%	47	0	-0.48	-9.07

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Louisiana Tech	LSU
Plays	53	75
EPA / play	-0.237	+0.057
Total EPA	-12.57	+4.25
Success rate	32.1%	40.0%
Pass EPA / play	-0.263	+0.111
Rush EPA / play	-0.209	-0.020
Yards	154	384

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	LSU	4	11	-2.09	Interception
Q1	Louisiana Tech	3	9	-1.55	Punt
Q1	LSU	7	24	-1.99	Missed FG
Q1	Louisiana Tech	4	22	-1.62	Punt
Q1	LSU	10	96	+5.67	Ended
Q1	Louisiana Tech	1	5	+0.06	Ended
Q1	LSU	1	7	+2.75	Pass TD
Q2	Louisiana Tech	7	21	-1.20	Punt
Q2	LSU	12	55	-0.09	Field goal
Q2	Louisiana Tech	5	17	-1.22	Punt
Q2	LSU	7	21	-0.19	Punt
Q2	Louisiana Tech	8	11	-4.29	Punt
Q3	LSU	9	54	+1.00	Punt
Q3	Louisiana Tech	3	-3	-2.72	Punt
Q3	LSU	6	33	+2.57	Rush TD
Q3	Louisiana Tech	3	4	-2.61	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · Blake Baker pass to Devin Gandy for a touchdown (33 yards) (+5.99 EPA)
2. Q3 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · Punt (+4.71 EPA)
3. Q1 · LSU Tigers · Zavion Thomas rushes for 48 yards (2nd & 15) (+3.57 EPA)
4. Q3 · Louisiana Tech Bulldogs · Penalty (3rd & 9) (+3.3 EPA)
5. Q1 · LSU Tigers · Garrett Nussmeier pass to Barion Brown for 16 yards (3rd & 8) (+3.13 EPA)
6. Q1 · LSU Tigers · Garrett Nussmeier pass intercepted (-3.12 EPA)
7. Q4 · LSU Tigers · Harlem Berry rushes for 43 yards (2nd & 9) (+3.11 EPA)
8. Q1 · LSU Tigers · Garrett Nussmeier pass to Nic Anderson for a touchdown (7 yards) (+2.75 EPA)

Key takeaways

• LSU Tigers controlled the final (23–7) in Week 2.
• Passing edge: Garrett Nussmeier (LSU) — 229.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: LSU at 0.057 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 Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs LSU Tigers?

Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 7, LSU Tigers 23 in Week 2 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs LSU Tigers?

LSU Tigers won with a final score of 7–23.

Where can I find the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs LSU Tigers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401752687.

Who led Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs LSU Tigers in passing?

Garrett Nussmeier (LSU) led passers with 229.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Louisiana Tech Bulldogs at LSU Tigers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.