Holy Cross Crusaders vs. Fordham Rams: 2025 Week 5 Recap

Quick answer

Fordham Rams defeated Holy Cross Crusaders 26–21 in Week 5, 2025. Final score: Holy Cross Crusaders 21, Fordham Rams 26.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Holy Cross Crusaders	6	12	0	0	21
Fordham Rams	12	6	3	3	26

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Gunnar Smith (Fordham) — 245.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.43 EPA/play +9.58 EPA
• Cal Swanson (Holy Cross) — 186.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.34 EPA/play +9.26 EPA
• Braden Graham (Holy Cross) — 50.0 yds · -0.29 EPA/play -4.59 EPA

Rushing

• Jayden Clerveaux (Holy Cross) — 84.0 yds · 1 TD +0.34 EPA
• Ricky Parks (Fordham) — 85.0 yds · 1 TD +0.20 EPA
• Yohan-Li Louis (Fordham) — 61.0 yds -0.02 EPA

Receiving

• Max Mosey (Holy Cross) — 7 rec · 70.0 yds +0.35 EPA
• Nathan Schillinger (Holy Cross) — 5 rec · 41.0 yds -0.28 EPA
• Ty Curran (Holy Cross) — 3 rec · 26.0 yds -0.40 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Gunnar Smith	Fordham	22	63.6%	245	1	+0.43	+9.58
Cal Swanson	Holy Cross	27	66.7%	186	1	+0.34	+9.26
Braden Graham	Holy Cross	16	56.2%	50	0	-0.29	-4.59

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Holy Cross	Fordham
Plays	77	54
EPA / play	+0.019	+0.233
Total EPA	+1.47	+12.60
Success rate	41.6%	40.7%
Pass EPA / play	+0.109	+0.435
Rush EPA / play	-0.094	+0.094
Yards	345	422

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Fordham	2	80	+6.62	Rush TD
Q1	Holy Cross	6	29	-2.26	Ended
Q1	Fordham	3	-18	-5.31	Punt
Q1	Holy Cross	3	2	-2.65	Punt
Q1	Fordham	10	87	+7.18	Rush TD
Q1	Holy Cross	6	50	+4.18	Rush TD
Q1	Fordham	6	76	+5.44	Pass TD
Q2	Holy Cross	13	75	+6.58	Pass TD
Q2	Fordham	3	3	-2.13	Punt
Q2	Holy Cross	6	76	+6.30	Rush TD
Q2	Fordham	3	9	-0.14	Punt
Q2	Holy Cross	3	3	-0.79	Punt
Q2	Fordham	3	42	+0.91	Missed FG
Q2	Holy Cross	4	2	-3.09	Punt
Q3	Fordham	9	65	+0.13	Field goal
Q3	Holy Cross	10	30	-1.56	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Cal Swanson pass to Mason McSweeney for a touchdown (6 yards) (+4.98 EPA)
2. Q3 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Penalty (1st & 10) (-4.38 EPA)
3. Q2 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Cal Swanson pass to Max Mosey for 31 yards (3rd & 6) (+3.97 EPA)
4. Q1 · Fordham Rams · Ricky Parks rushes 45 yards for a touchdown (+3.71 EPA)
5. Q1 · Fordham Rams · Gunnar Smith pass to Troy Worrell for 17 yards (3rd & 13) (+3.65 EPA)
6. Q1 · Fordham Rams · Fumble (-3.0 EPA)
7. Q2 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Cal Swanson pass to Alijah Cason for 7 yards (4th & 3) (+2.97 EPA)
8. Q1 · Fordham Rams · Gunnar Smith pass to Jabril Carter for 35 yards (1st & 10) (+2.91 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Fordham Rams controlled the final (26–21) in Week 5.
• Passing edge: Gunnar Smith (Fordham) — 245.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Fordham at 0.233 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 Holy Cross Crusaders vs Fordham Rams?

Holy Cross Crusaders 21, Fordham Rams 26 in Week 5 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Holy Cross Crusaders vs Fordham Rams?

Fordham Rams won with a final score of 21–26.

Where can I find the Holy Cross Crusaders vs Fordham Rams box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401767673.

Who led Holy Cross Crusaders vs Fordham Rams in passing?

Gunnar Smith (Fordham) led passers with 245.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Holy Cross Crusaders at Fordham Rams in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.