North Alabama Lions vs. Illinois State Redbirds: 2025 Week 4 Recap

Quick answer

Illinois State Redbirds defeated North Alabama Lions 38–36 in Week 4, 2025. Final score: North Alabama Lions 36, Illinois State Redbirds 38.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	OT	Final
North Alabama Lions	0	6	6	12	9	36
Illinois State Redbirds	3	12	6	3	9	38

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Ari Patu (North Alabama) — 240.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.60 EPA/play +16.16 EPA
• Tommy Rittenhouse (Illinois State) — 245.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.09 EPA/play +3.03 EPA
• Eddie Kasper (Illinois State) — 39.0 yds · +2.47 EPA/play +2.47 EPA

Rushing

• Victor Dawson (Illinois State) — 50.0 yds -0.24 EPA
• Wenkers Wright (Illinois State) — 76.0 yds · 1 TD +0.07 EPA
• Jayvian Allen (North Alabama) — 37.0 yds · 1 TD +0.06 EPA

Receiving

• Daniel Sobkowicz (Illinois State) — 10 rec · 150.0 yds +0.45 EPA
• Justin Pegues (North Alabama) — 10 rec · 91.0 yds +0.19 EPA
• KJ Fields (North Alabama) — 7 rec · 94.0 yds +1.71 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Ari Patu	North Alabama	28	60.7%	240	4	+0.60	+16.16
Tommy Rittenhouse	Illinois State	35	54.3%	245	3	+0.09	+3.03
Eddie Kasper	Illinois State	1	100.0%	39	0	+2.47	+2.47
Destin Wade	North Alabama	7	71.4%	19	0	-0.48	-3.38

Team EPA comparison

Stat	North Alabama	Illinois State
Plays	76	74
EPA / play	+0.172	+0.091
Total EPA	+12.91	+6.62
Success rate	43.4%	39.2%
Pass EPA / play	+0.376	+0.157
Rush EPA / play	+0.003	+0.029
Yards	415	495

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	North Alabama	3	7	-2.22	Punt
Q1	Illinois State	9	54	-1.28	Fumble
Q1	North Alabama	5	15	-1.85	Punt
Q1	Illinois State	5	18	-2.54	Field goal
Q1	North Alabama	7	28	-1.07	Punt
Q1	Illinois State	6	80	+6.04	Rush TD
Q2	North Alabama	6	23	-1.15	Punt
Q2	Illinois State	5	68	+4.68	Pass TD
Q2	North Alabama	6	20	-1.70	Interception
Q2	Illinois State	9	21	-3.41	Fumble
Q2	North Alabama	3	0	-1.29	Punt
Q2	Illinois State	3	1	-0.59	Punt
Q2	North Alabama	6	45	+5.56	Pass TD
Q2	Illinois State	4	10	-1.57	Punt
Q3	North Alabama	9	61	+5.49	Rush TD
Q3	Illinois State	8	57	+0.85	Missed FG

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · North Alabama Lions · Ari Patu pass to KJ Fields for a touchdown (25 yards) (+5.41 EPA)
2. Q4 · North Alabama Lions · Ari Patu pass to Justin Pegues for a touchdown (39 yards) (+5.37 EPA)
3. Q2 · Illinois State Redbirds · Fumble (-3.61 EPA)
4. Q2 · North Alabama Lions · Ari Patu pass to KJ Fields for 23 yards (3rd & 7) (+3.6 EPA)
5. Q4 · Illinois State Redbirds · Blocked Field Goal (39 yards) (-3.51 EPA)
6. Q2 · North Alabama Lions · Ari Patu pass intercepted (-3.38 EPA)
7. Q2 · North Alabama Lions · Ari Patu pass to Noah Gregg for a touchdown (5 yards) (+3.29 EPA)
8. Q1 · Illinois State Redbirds · Fumble (-3.2 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Illinois State Redbirds controlled the final (38–36) in Week 4.
• Passing edge: Ari Patu (North Alabama) — 240.0 yds, 4 TD.
• EPA edge: North Alabama at 0.172 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 North Alabama Lions vs Illinois State Redbirds?

North Alabama Lions 36, Illinois State Redbirds 38 in Week 4 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won North Alabama Lions vs Illinois State Redbirds?

Illinois State Redbirds won with a final score of 36–38.

Where can I find the North Alabama Lions vs Illinois State Redbirds box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401767286.

Who led North Alabama Lions vs Illinois State Redbirds in passing?

Ari Patu (North Alabama) led passers with 240.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for North Alabama Lions at Illinois State Redbirds in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.