Quick answer
Merrimack Warriors defeated Central Connecticut Blue Devils 16–14 in Week 4, 2025. Final score: Central Connecticut Blue Devils 14, Merrimack Warriors 16.
Game summary
Merrimack Warriors edged Central Connecticut Blue Devils 16–14 in Week 4 of the 2025 season.
- Scoring: 3 touchdowns, 3 field goals across 6 plays.
- Passing leader: Aveon Smith (Merrimack) — 0.0 pass yds, -0.84 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Elijah Howard — 91.0 yds, 2 TD.
- Receiving leader: Elijah Howard — 6 rec, 15.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Merrimack (-0.227/play) vs Central Connecticut (-0.376/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Central Connecticut Blue Devils | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 14 |
 Merrimack Warriors | 0 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 16 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
CCSUCentral Connecticut Blue DevilsAyden Pereira rushes 5 yards for a touchdown
Field goal good from 28 yards
Field goal good from 38 yards
Elijah Howard rushes 21 yards for a touchdown
Elijah Howard rushes no gain for a touchdown
Field goal good from 19 yards
MRMKMerrimack WarriorsFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Merrimack
Q2TD APAyden PereiraPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 0-6
Ayden Pereira rushes 5 yards for a touchdown
- Merrimack
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 11
- Score
- 0-9
Field goal good from 28 yards
- Merrimack
Q3FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 21
- Score
- 0-12
Field goal good from 38 yards
- Central Connecticut
Q4TD EHElijah HowardPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-12
Elijah Howard rushes 21 yards for a touchdown
- Central Connecticut
Q4TD EHElijah HowardPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-12
Elijah Howard rushes no gain for a touchdown
- Merrimack
Q4FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 2
- Score
- 12-15
Field goal good from 19 yards
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Aveon Smith (Merrimack) — 0.0 yds · -0.84 EPA/play -0.84 EPA
- Brady Olson (Central Connecticut) — 193.0 yds · -0.07 EPA/play -2.23 EPA
- Ayden Pereira (Merrimack) — 99.0 yds · -0.67 EPA/play -20.12 EPA
Rushing
- Elijah Howard (Central Connecticut) — 91.0 yds · 2 TD -0.23 EPA
- Ayden Pereira (Merrimack) — 71.0 yds · 1 TD +0.14 EPA
- Brady Olson (Central Connecticut) — 26.0 yds -1.13 EPA
Receiving
- Elijah Howard (Central Connecticut) — 6 rec · 15.0 yds -0.50 EPA
- Jalen McDonald (Merrimack) — 2 rec · 6.0 yds -0.71 EPA
- Dave Pardo (Central Connecticut) — 2 rec · 63.0 yds +0.84 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aveon Smith | Merrimack | 1 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | -0.84 | -0.84 |
| Brady Olson | Central Connecticut | 34 | 41.2% | 193 | 0 | -0.07 | -2.23 |
| Ayden Pereira | Merrimack | 30 | 43.3% | 99 | 0 | -0.67 | -20.12 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Central Connecticut | Merrimack |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 64 | 72 |
| EPA / play | -0.376 | -0.227 |
| Total EPA | -24.09 | -16.34 |
| Success rate | 34.4% | 41.7% |
| Pass EPA / play | -0.066 | -0.676 |
| Rush EPA / play | -0.728 | +0.113 |
| Yards | 288 | 289 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Central Connecticut | 8 | 33 | -8.20 | Punt |
| Q1 | Merrimack | 3 | 7 | -2.03 | Punt |
| Q1 | Central Connecticut | 6 | 16 | -2.39 | Punt |
| Q1 | Merrimack | 4 | 15 | -2.28 | Punt |
| Q1 | Central Connecticut | 5 | 14 | -2.14 | Punt |
| Q1 | Merrimack | 6 | 18 | -6.98 | Interception |
| Q2 | Central Connecticut | 2 | 1 | -1.47 | Punt |
| Q2 | Merrimack | 1 | 5 | +1.23 | Rush TD |
| Q2 | Central Connecticut | 2 | 0 | -1.89 | Ended |
| Q2 | Merrimack | 7 | 15 | -2.81 | Field goal |
| Q2 | Central Connecticut | 3 | 2 | -2.38 | Punt |
| Q2 | Merrimack | 11 | 48 | -1.04 | Missed FG |
| Q2 | Central Connecticut | 11 | 43 | +1.21 | Punt |
| Q3 | Merrimack | 10 | 55 | -1.33 | Ended |
| Q3 | Central Connecticut | 2 | 19 | -5.86 | Fumble |
| Q3 | Merrimack | 5 | 12 | -2.23 | Field goal |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q2 · Central Connecticut Blue Devils · Uncategorized (no gain) (+5.61 EPA)
- Q4 · Central Connecticut Blue Devils · Brady Olson rushes for 2 yards (1st & 2) (-5.5 EPA)
- Q1 · Central Connecticut Blue Devils · Brady Olson pass intercepted (-5.2 EPA)
- Q4 · Merrimack Warriors · Field goal missed (-5.08 EPA)
- Q1 · Merrimack Warriors · Ayden Pereira pass intercepted (-4.94 EPA)
- Q3 · Central Connecticut Blue Devils · Fumble (-4.93 EPA)
- Q3 · Central Connecticut Blue Devils · Brady Olson pass to Dave Pardo for 47 yards (1st & 10) (+3.76 EPA)
- Q3 · Merrimack Warriors · Uncategorized (no gain) (-3.65 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Merrimack Warriors controlled the final (16–14) in Week 4.
- Passing edge: Aveon Smith (Merrimack) — yds.
- EPA edge: Merrimack at -0.227 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 Connecticut Blue Devils vs Merrimack Warriors?
Central Connecticut Blue Devils 14, Merrimack Warriors 16 in Week 4 of the 2025 college football season.
Who won Central Connecticut Blue Devils vs Merrimack Warriors?
Merrimack Warriors won with a final score of 14–16.
Where can I find the Central Connecticut Blue Devils vs Merrimack Warriors box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401767743.
Who led Central Connecticut Blue Devils vs Merrimack Warriors in passing?
Aveon Smith (Merrimack) led passers with 0.0 yards.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Central Connecticut Blue Devils at Merrimack Warriors in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Central Connecticut Blue Devils
Entered 2-1 Now 2-2 L
Merrimack Warriors
Entered 0-2 Now 1-2 W
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