Quick answer
Cincinnati Bearcats defeated Kansas Jayhawks 37–34 in Week 5, 2025. Final score: Cincinnati Bearcats 37, Kansas Jayhawks 34.
Game summary
Cincinnati Bearcats edged Kansas Jayhawks 37–34 in Week 5 of the 2025 season.
- Scoring: 8 touchdowns, 5 field goals across 13 plays.
- Passing leader: Jalon Daniels (Kansas) — 448.0 pass yds, 4 TD, +1.04 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Tawee Walker — 73.0 yds, 2 TD.
- Receiving leader: Cyrus Allen — 11 rec, 128.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Kansas (+0.521/play) vs Cincinnati (+0.381/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Cincinnati Bearcats | 6 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 37 |
 Kansas Jayhawks | 6 | 6 | 12 | 6 | 34 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
CINCincinnati BearcatsJalon Daniels pass to Emmanuel Henderson Jr. for a touchdown (93 yards)
Tawee Walker rushes 2 yards for a touchdown
Field goal good from 29 yards
Field goal good from 27 yards
Brendan Sorsby pass to Cyrus Allen for a touchdown (10 yards)
Field goal good from 35 yards
Field goal good from 43 yards
Jalon Daniels pass to Boden Groen for a touchdown (24 yards)
Brendan Sorsby pass to Cyrus Allen for a touchdown (14 yards)
Jalon Daniels pass to Emmanuel Henderson Jr. for a touchdown (75 yards)
Field goal good from 24 yards
Jalon Daniels pass to Levi Wentz for a touchdown (6 yards)
Tawee Walker rushes 2 yards for a touchdown
KUKansas JayhawksFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Kansas
Q1TD EHEmmanuel Henderson Jr.Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 0-6
Jalon Daniels pass to Emmanuel Henderson Jr. for a touchdown (93 yards)
- Cincinnati
Q1TD TWTawee WalkerPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-6
Tawee Walker rushes 2 yards for a touchdown
- Cincinnati
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 12
- Score
- 9-6
Field goal good from 29 yards
- Kansas
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 10
- Score
- 9-9
Field goal good from 27 yards
- Cincinnati
Q2TD CACyrus AllenPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 15-9
Brendan Sorsby pass to Cyrus Allen for a touchdown (10 yards)
- Kansas
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 18
- Score
- 15-12
Field goal good from 35 yards
- Cincinnati
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 26
- Score
- 18-12
Field goal good from 43 yards
- Kansas
Q3TD BGBoden GroenPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 18-18
Jalon Daniels pass to Boden Groen for a touchdown (24 yards)
- Cincinnati
Q3TD CACyrus AllenPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 24-18
Brendan Sorsby pass to Cyrus Allen for a touchdown (14 yards)
- Kansas
Q3TD EHEmmanuel Henderson Jr.Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 24-24
Jalon Daniels pass to Emmanuel Henderson Jr. for a touchdown (75 yards)
- Cincinnati
Q3FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 7
- Score
- 27-24
Field goal good from 24 yards
- Kansas
Q4TD LWLevi WentzPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 27-30
Jalon Daniels pass to Levi Wentz for a touchdown (6 yards)
- Cincinnati
Q4TD TWTawee WalkerPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 33-30
Tawee Walker rushes 2 yards for a touchdown
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Jalon Daniels (Kansas) — 448.0 yds · 4 TD · +1.04 EPA/play +30.19 EPA
- Brendan Sorsby (Cincinnati) — 377.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.46 EPA/play +20.47 EPA
Rushing
- Tawee Walker (Cincinnati) — 73.0 yds · 2 TD +0.19 EPA
- Jalon Daniels (Kansas) — 82.0 yds -0.25 EPA
- Brendan Sorsby (Cincinnati) — 63.0 yds +0.34 EPA
Receiving
- Cyrus Allen (Cincinnati) — 11 rec · 128.0 yds +0.77 EPA
- Jeff Caldwell (Cincinnati) — 3 rec · 27.0 yds -0.36 EPA
- Emmanuel Henderson Jr. (Kansas) — 5 rec · 214.0 yds +1.99 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalon Daniels | Kansas | 29 | 62.1% | 448 | 4 | +1.04 | +30.19 |
| Brendan Sorsby | Cincinnati | 45 | 64.4% | 377 | 2 | +0.46 | +20.47 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Cincinnati | Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 81 | 55 |
| EPA / play | +0.381 | +0.521 |
| Total EPA | +30.89 | +28.66 |
| Success rate | 51.9% | 54.5% |
| Pass EPA / play | +0.455 | +1.041 |
| Rush EPA / play | +0.289 | -0.059 |
| Yards | 603 | 627 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Cincinnati | 6 | 15 | -2.40 | Punt |
| Q1 | Kansas | 1 | 93 | +7.76 | Pass TD |
| Q1 | Cincinnati | 13 | 75 | +6.53 | Rush TD |
| Q1 | Kansas | 3 | 6 | -2.42 | Punt |
| Q1 | Cincinnati | 10 | 81 | +2.20 | Field goal |
| Q2 | Kansas | 8 | 71 | +2.06 | Field goal |
| Q2 | Cincinnati | 7 | 75 | +5.78 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Kansas | 7 | 82 | +2.10 | Field goal |
| Q2 | Cincinnati | 3 | 8 | -0.42 | Punt |
| Q2 | Kansas | 3 | 27 | +0.26 | Punt |
| Q2 | Cincinnati | 2 | 22 | +0.33 | Ended |
| Q2 | Cincinnati | 4 | 47 | +0.26 | Field goal |
| Q3 | Kansas | 8 | 75 | +6.63 | Pass TD |
| Q3 | Cincinnati | 5 | 85 | +7.32 | Pass TD |
| Q3 | Kansas | 1 | 75 | +6.43 | Pass TD |
| Q3 | Cincinnati | 13 | 89 | +4.97 | Field goal |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q1 · Kansas Jayhawks · Jalon Daniels pass to Emmanuel Henderson Jr. for a touchdown (93 yards) (+7.76 EPA)
- Q3 · Kansas Jayhawks · Jalon Daniels pass to Emmanuel Henderson Jr. for a touchdown (75 yards) (+6.43 EPA)
- Q4 · Kansas Jayhawks · Fumble (-4.8 EPA)
- Q1 · Cincinnati Bearcats · Brendan Sorsby pass to Isaiah Johnson for 33 yards (3rd & 10) (+4.47 EPA)
- Q3 · Cincinnati Bearcats · Brendan Sorsby pass to Joe Royer for 20 yards (3rd & 13) (+3.97 EPA)
- Q1 · Cincinnati Bearcats · Brendan Sorsby pass to Cyrus Allen for 6 yards (4th & 5) (+3.79 EPA)
- Q2 · Kansas Jayhawks · Jalon Daniels pass to Cam Pickett for 33 yards (3rd & 10) (+3.62 EPA)
- Q3 · Cincinnati Bearcats · Brendan Sorsby pass to Gavin Grover for 33 yards (2nd & 12) (+3.42 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Cincinnati Bearcats controlled the final (37–34) in Week 5.
- Passing edge: Jalon Daniels (Kansas) — 448.0 yds, 4 TD.
- EPA edge: Kansas at 0.521 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 Cincinnati Bearcats vs Kansas Jayhawks?
Cincinnati Bearcats 37, Kansas Jayhawks 34 in Week 5 of the 2025 college football season.
Who won Cincinnati Bearcats vs Kansas Jayhawks?
Cincinnati Bearcats won with a final score of 37–34.
Where can I find the Cincinnati Bearcats vs Kansas Jayhawks box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401756905.
Who led Cincinnati Bearcats vs Kansas Jayhawks in passing?
Jalon Daniels (Kansas) led passers with 448.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Cincinnati Bearcats at Kansas Jayhawks in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Cincinnati Bearcats
Entered 2-2 Now 3-2 W
Kansas Jayhawks
Entered 3-1 Now 3-2 L
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