Eastern Illinois Panthers 31–23 Western Illinois Leathernecks: Final Score & Recap | Week 5, 2025

Quick answer

Eastern Illinois Panthers defeated Western Illinois Leathernecks 31–23 in Week 5, 2025. Final score: Eastern Illinois Panthers 31, Western Illinois Leathernecks 23.

Game summary

Eastern Illinois Panthers beat Western Illinois Leathernecks 31–23 in Week 5 of the 2025 season.

Scoring: 6 touchdowns, 4 field goals across 10 plays.
Passing leader: Cason Carswell (Western Illinois) — 109.0 pass yds, +0.19 EPA/play.
Rushing leader: Markell Holman — 106.0 yds.
Receiving leader: Tristin Duncan — 10 rec, 78.0 yds.
EPA edge: Western Illinois (+0.010/play) vs Eastern Illinois (-0.038/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Eastern Illinois Panthers	6	12	0	9	31
Western Illinois Leathernecks	0	6	9	6	23

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

EIUEastern Illinois Panthers

+3OPP 17

+3OPP 32

WIUWestern Illinois Leathernecks

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Scoring timeline

10 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

Eastern Illinois
Q1TD
CWConnor Wolf
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
6-0
Connor Wolf rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
Western Illinois
Q2FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 17
Score
6-3
Field goal good from 34 yards
Eastern Illinois
Q2TD
CKCharles Kellom
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
12-3
Charles Kellom rushes 25 yards for a touchdown
Western Illinois
Q2FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 32
Score
12-6
Field goal good from 49 yards
Eastern Illinois
Q2TD
JFJ. Fleming
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
18-6
J. Fleming rushes 55 yards for a touchdown
Western Illinois
Q3TD
AWA. Williams
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
18-12
A. Williams catch for a touchdown (8 yards)
Western Illinois
Q3FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 5
Score
18-15
Field goal good from 22 yards
Eastern Illinois
Q4TD
JFJ. Fleming
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
24-15
J. Fleming rushes 30 yards for a touchdown
Eastern Illinois
Q4FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 3
Score
27-15
Field goal good from 20 yards
Western Illinois
Q4TD
AWA. Williams
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
27-21
A. Williams catch for a touchdown (6 yards)

Stars of the game

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

Passing

Cason Carswell (Western Illinois) — 109.0 yds · +0.19 EPA/play +4.00 EPA
Connor Wolf (Eastern Illinois) — 84.0 yds · -0.40 EPA/play -4.42 EPA
Chris Irvin (Western Illinois) — 55.0 yds · -0.40 EPA/play -8.87 EPA

Rushing

Markell Holman (Western Illinois) — 106.0 yds +0.07 EPA
Jay Pearson (Eastern Illinois) — 59.0 yds -0.20 EPA
Charles Kellom (Eastern Illinois) — 74.0 yds · 1 TD +0.26 EPA

Receiving

Tristin Duncan (Western Illinois) — 10 rec · 78.0 yds +0.45 EPA
Christian Anaya (Western Illinois) — 6 rec · 55.0 yds +0.07 EPA
Markell Holman (Western Illinois) — 2 rec · 17.0 yds -0.10 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	EPA/play	Total EPA
Cason Carswell	Western Illinois	21	71.4%	109	+0.19	+4.00
Connor Wolf	Eastern Illinois	11	36.4%	84	-0.40	-4.42
Chris Irvin	Western Illinois	22	50.0%	55	-0.40	-8.87

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Eastern Illinois	Western Illinois
Plays	51	82
EPA / play	-0.038	+0.010
Total EPA	-1.95	+0.84
Success rate	45.1%	42.7%
Pass EPA / play	-0.401	+0.015
Rush EPA / play	+0.062	+0.005
Yards	344	336

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Eastern Illinois	5	35	-0.45	Ended
Q1	Western Illinois	1	1	-1.28	Ended
Q1	Western Illinois	5	21	-0.96	Punt
Q1	Eastern Illinois	10	54	+0.91	Rush TD
Q1	Western Illinois	12	64	+4.33	Ended
Q2	Eastern Illinois	1	4	-0.83	Ended
Q2	Western Illinois	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	Eastern Illinois	3	1	-3.13	Punt
Q2	Western Illinois	5	16	-3.86	Fumble
Q2	Eastern Illinois	2	25	+2.53	Rush TD
Q2	Western Illinois	11	53	-1.77	Ended
Q2	Eastern Illinois	1	0	-4.22	Interception
Q2	Western Illinois	7	11	-2.28	Field goal
Q2	Eastern Illinois	3	78	+6.28	Rush TD
Q2	Western Illinois	3	8	-0.35	Punt
Q2	Eastern Illinois	1	5	-0.98	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

Q2 · Western Illinois Leathernecks · Fumble (-5.69 EPA)
Q2 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · J. Fleming rushes 55 yards for a touchdown (+5.34 EPA)
Q2 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · Connor Wolf pass intercepted (-4.22 EPA)
Q1 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · Connor Wolf pass to DeAirious Smith for 33 yards (2nd & 12) (+3.99 EPA)
Q3 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · Punt (-3.67 EPA)
Q1 · Western Illinois Leathernecks · Chris Irvin pass to Tristin Duncan for 15 yards (3rd & 11) (+3.38 EPA)
Q2 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · Charles Kellom rushes 25 yards for a touchdown (+3.09 EPA)
Q2 · Western Illinois Leathernecks · Chris Irvin sacked for a loss of 13 yards (4th & 5) (-3.08 EPA)

Key takeaways

Eastern Illinois Panthers controlled the final (31–23) in Week 5.
Passing edge: Cason Carswell (Western Illinois) — 109.0 yds.
EPA edge: Western Illinois at 0.01 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 Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Western Illinois Leathernecks?

Eastern Illinois Panthers 31, Western Illinois Leathernecks 23 in Week 5 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Western Illinois Leathernecks?

Eastern Illinois Panthers won with a final score of 31–23.

Where can I find the Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Western Illinois Leathernecks box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401767174.

Who led Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Western Illinois Leathernecks in passing?

Cason Carswell (Western Illinois) led passers with 109.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Eastern Illinois Panthers at Western Illinois Leathernecks in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.