McNeese Cowboys vs. Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks: 2025 Week 5 Recap

Quick answer

Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks defeated McNeese Cowboys 34–17 in Week 5, 2025. Final score: McNeese Cowboys 17, Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks 34.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
McNeese Cowboys	6	0	3	6	17
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks	0	12	9	9	34

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Jake Strong (McNeese) — 187.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.11 EPA/play +4.42 EPA
• Sam Vidlak (Stephen F. Austin) — 177.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.01 EPA/play +0.45 EPA
• Devin Lippold (McNeese) — 0.0 yds · -1.95 EPA/play -3.89 EPA

Rushing

• Jerrell Wimbley (Stephen F. Austin) — 167.0 yds · 1 TD +0.08 EPA
• Jake Strong (McNeese) — 23.0 yds -0.94 EPA
• Tre'Vonte Citizen (McNeese) — 32.0 yds · 1 TD -0.43 EPA

Receiving

• Kylon Harris (Stephen F. Austin) — 4 rec · 111.0 yds +1.07 EPA
• Logan Mauldin (McNeese) — 6 rec · 57.0 yds +1.21 EPA
• Blaine Green (Stephen F. Austin) — 3 rec · 41.0 yds +0.20 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Jake Strong	McNeese	40	52.5%	187	1	+0.11	+4.42
Sam Vidlak	Stephen F. Austin	31	45.2%	177	3	+0.01	+0.45
Devin Lippold	McNeese	2	0.0%	0	0	-1.95	-3.89

Team EPA comparison

Stat	McNeese	Stephen F. Austin
Plays	74	64
EPA / play	-0.196	-0.010
Total EPA	-14.48	-0.65
Success rate	31.1%	34.4%
Pass EPA / play	+0.013	+0.015
Rush EPA / play	-0.469	-0.033
Yards	305	351

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	McNeese	3	6	-2.49	Punt
Q1	Stephen F. Austin	3	1	-2.66	Punt
Q1	McNeese	3	-3	-3.51	Punt
Q1	Stephen F. Austin	6	9	-2.84	Punt
Q1	McNeese	6	25	-1.54	Punt
Q1	Stephen F. Austin	3	3	-2.21	Punt
Q1	McNeese	10	57	+4.36	Rush TD
Q1	Stephen F. Austin	5	-3	-5.24	Punt
Q2	McNeese	3	-3	-3.36	Punt
Q2	Stephen F. Austin	6	60	+4.94	Pass TD
Q2	McNeese	3	8	-1.76	Punt
Q2	Stephen F. Austin	6	19	-1.26	Punt
Q2	McNeese	5	10	-4.11	Fumble
Q2	Stephen F. Austin	1	0	-0.55	Ended
Q2	McNeese	1	1	-3.36	Fumble
Q2	Stephen F. Austin	5	27	+3.97	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks · Sam Vidlak pass to Blaine Green for a touchdown (40 yards) (+6.46 EPA)
2. Q3 · Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks · Sam Vidlak pass to Kylon Harris for a touchdown (76 yards) (+5.69 EPA)
3. Q4 · McNeese Cowboys · Jake Strong pass to Logan Mauldin for a touchdown (26 yards) (+5.62 EPA)
4. Q4 · Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks · Jerrell Wimbley rushes 43 yards for a touchdown (+4.79 EPA)
5. Q4 · McNeese Cowboys · Jake Strong pass intercepted (-4.61 EPA)
6. Q1 · McNeese Cowboys · Tre'Vonte Citizen rushes 20 yards for a touchdown (+4.57 EPA)
7. Q3 · McNeese Cowboys · Fumble (-4.39 EPA)
8. Q3 · McNeese Cowboys · Jake Strong pass to Tyronne Hayes for 16 yards (4th & 4) (+4.32 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks controlled the final (34–17) in Week 5.
• Passing edge: Jake Strong (McNeese) — 187.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Stephen F. Austin 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 McNeese Cowboys vs Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks?

McNeese Cowboys 17, Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks 34 in Week 5 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won McNeese Cowboys vs Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks?

Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks won with a final score of 17–34.

Where can I find the McNeese Cowboys vs Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401767491.

Who led McNeese Cowboys vs Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks in passing?

Jake Strong (McNeese) led passers with 187.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for McNeese Cowboys at Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.