Weber State Wildcats vs. McNeese Cowboys: 2025 Week 3 Recap

Quick answer

Weber State Wildcats defeated McNeese Cowboys 42–41 in Week 3, 2025. Final score: Weber State Wildcats 42, McNeese Cowboys 41.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Weber State Wildcats	6	12	6	6	42
McNeese Cowboys	0	6	12	24	41

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Jackson Gilkey (Weber State) — 238.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.23 EPA/play +4.80 EPA
• Jake Strong (McNeese) — 306.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.06 EPA/play -2.38 EPA

Rushing

• Davion Godley (Weber State) — 59.0 yds · 2 TD -0.34 EPA
• Jackson Gilkey (Weber State) — 121.0 yds · 1 TD +0.51 EPA
• Bryce Strong (McNeese) — 96.0 yds · 1 TD +0.59 EPA

Receiving

• Jonathan Harris (McNeese) — 7 rec · 129.0 yds +1.34 EPA
• Josh Jackson (McNeese) — 4 rec · 26.0 yds +0.18 EPA
• Jessie Campbell III (McNeese) — 1 rec · 2.0 yds -0.91 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Jackson Gilkey	Weber State	21	52.4%	238	1	+0.23	+4.80
Jake Strong	McNeese	41	48.8%	306	2	-0.06	-2.38

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Weber State	McNeese
Plays	69	72
EPA / play	+0.146	+0.255
Total EPA	+10.05	+18.33
Success rate	42.0%	47.2%
Pass EPA / play	+0.228	-0.058
Rush EPA / play	+0.109	+0.668
Yards	474	578

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	McNeese	7	42	-3.71	Interception
Q1	Weber State	6	1	-3.58	Punt
Q1	McNeese	7	71	+2.26	Missed FG
Q1	Weber State	2	79	+6.25	Pass TD
Q1	McNeese	6	6	-2.41	Punt
Q1	Weber State	5	66	+4.63	Rush TD
Q2	McNeese	3	75	+6.63	Rush TD
Q2	Weber State	4	17	-1.39	Punt
Q2	McNeese	3	8	-1.31	Punt
Q2	Weber State	5	66	-2.81	Interception
Q2	McNeese	7	34	-3.09	Ended
Q2	Weber State	13	70	+5.51	Rush TD
Q2	McNeese	1	-2	0.00	Ended
Q3	Weber State	3	8	-1.85	Punt
Q3	McNeese	4	75	+7.06	Pass TD
Q3	Weber State	3	8	-1.86	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · McNeese Cowboys · Bryce Strong rushes 68 yards for a touchdown (+7.05 EPA)
2. Q1 · Weber State Wildcats · Jackson Gilkey pass to Jayleen Record for a touchdown (78 yards) (+6.99 EPA)
3. Q4 · McNeese Cowboys · Tre'Vonte Citizen rushes 79 yards for a touchdown (+6.47 EPA)
4. Q4 · McNeese Cowboys · Jake Strong — Interception returned for a touchdown (-6.2 EPA)
5. Q2 · Weber State Wildcats · Jackson Gilkey pass intercepted (-5.96 EPA)
6. Q3 · McNeese Cowboys · Jake Strong pass to Jonathan Harris for a touchdown (57 yards) (+5.56 EPA)
7. Q2 · Weber State Wildcats · Sloan Calder rushes 10 yards for a touchdown (+5.36 EPA)
8. Q4 · McNeese Cowboys · Jake Strong rushes 19 yards for a touchdown (+4.41 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Weber State Wildcats controlled the final (42–41) in Week 3.
• Passing edge: Jackson Gilkey (Weber State) — 238.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: McNeese at 0.255 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 Weber State Wildcats vs McNeese Cowboys?

Weber State Wildcats 42, McNeese Cowboys 41 in Week 3 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Weber State Wildcats vs McNeese Cowboys?

Weber State Wildcats won with a final score of 42–41.

Where can I find the Weber State Wildcats vs McNeese Cowboys box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401767159.

Who led Weber State Wildcats vs McNeese Cowboys in passing?

Jackson Gilkey (Weber State) led passers with 238.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Weber State Wildcats at McNeese Cowboys in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.