Eastern Illinois Panthers 13–42 Southeast Missouri State Redhawks: Final Score & Recap | Week 8, 2025

Quick answer

Southeast Missouri State Redhawks defeated Eastern Illinois Panthers 42–13 in Week 8, 2025. Final score: Eastern Illinois Panthers 13, Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 42.

Game summary

Southeast Missouri State Redhawks dominated Eastern Illinois Panthers 42–13 in Week 8 of the 2025 season.

Scoring: 7 touchdowns, 2 field goals across 9 plays.
Passing leader: Johnny Weber (Southeast Missouri State) — 289.0 pass yds, 4 TD, +0.27 EPA/play.
Rushing leader: Charles Kellom — 22.0 yds.
Receiving leader: Donnie Cheers — 7 rec, 165.0 yds.
EPA edge: Southeast Missouri State (+0.031/play) vs Eastern Illinois (-0.475/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Eastern Illinois Panthers	9	3	0	6	13
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks	6	18	0	6	42

Scoring Map

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

EIUEastern Illinois Panthers

OPP EZ

+3OPP 21

+3OPP 15

OPP EZ

SEMOSoutheast Missouri State Redhawks

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Scoring timeline

9 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 — Interception returned for a touchdown
Southeast Missouri State
Q1TD
DCDonnie Cheers
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
6-6
Johnny Weber pass to Donnie Cheers for a touchdown (54 yards)
Eastern Illinois
Q1FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 21
Score
9-6
Field goal good from 38 yards
Eastern Illinois
Q2FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 15
Score
12-6
Field goal good from 32 yards
Southeast Missouri State
Q2TD
DCDonnie Cheers
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
12-12
Johnny Weber pass to Donnie Cheers for a touchdown (67 yards)
Southeast Missouri State
Q2TD
KGKalvin Gilbert
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
12-18
Johnny Weber pass to Kalvin Gilbert for a touchdown (44 yards)
Southeast Missouri State
Q2TD
KGKalvin Gilbert
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
12-24
Johnny Weber pass to Kalvin Gilbert for a touchdown (4 yards)
Eastern Illinois
Q4TD
CLCole LaCrue
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
18-24
Cole LaCrue rushes 21 yards for a touchdown
Southeast Missouri State
Q4TD
BEBrandon Epton Jr.
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
18-30
Brandon Epton Jr. rushes 7 yards for a touchdown

Stars of the game

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

Passing

Johnny Weber (Southeast Missouri State) — 289.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.27 EPA/play +8.62 EPA
Brady Ford (Eastern Illinois) — 54.0 yds · +0.11 EPA/play +0.68 EPA
Cole LaCrue (Eastern Illinois) — 107.0 yds · -0.69 EPA/play -11.75 EPA

Rushing

Charles Kellom (Eastern Illinois) — 22.0 yds -0.54 EPA
Brandon Epton Jr. (Southeast Missouri State) — 48.0 yds · 1 TD -0.49 EPA
Cole LaCrue (Eastern Illinois) — 109.0 yds · 1 TD +0.50 EPA

Receiving

Donnie Cheers (Southeast Missouri State) — 7 rec · 165.0 yds +1.40 EPA
Brandon Epton Jr. (Southeast Missouri State) — 5 rec · 36.0 yds -0.09 EPA
Cam Pedro (Southeast Missouri State) — 3 rec · 30.0 yds -0.10 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Johnny Weber	Southeast Missouri State	32	65.6%	289	4	+0.27	+8.62
Brady Ford	Eastern Illinois	6	66.7%	54	0	+0.11	+0.68
Cole LaCrue	Eastern Illinois	17	29.4%	107	0	-0.69	-11.75
Connor Wolf	Eastern Illinois	9	33.3%	146	0	-1.78	-16.05

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Eastern Illinois	Southeast Missouri State
Plays	70	64
EPA / play	-0.475	+0.031
Total EPA	-33.27	+1.96
Success rate	30.0%	31.2%
Pass EPA / play	-0.847	+0.269
Rush EPA / play	-0.162	-0.208
Yards	469	402

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Southeast Missouri State	8	39	-2.73	Fumble
Q1	Eastern Illinois	7	159	-10.70	Punt
Q1	Southeast Missouri State	2	61	+4.37	Pass TD
Q1	Eastern Illinois	12	54	+0.98	Field goal
Q1	Southeast Missouri State	3	4	-2.22	Punt
Q2	Eastern Illinois	6	6	-4.82	Field goal
Q2	Southeast Missouri State	2	75	+5.31	Pass TD
Q2	Eastern Illinois	3	9	-1.39	Punt
Q2	Southeast Missouri State	3	9	-0.31	Punt
Q2	Eastern Illinois	3	2	-2.82	Missed FG
Q2	Southeast Missouri State	3	16	-0.33	Punt
Q2	Eastern Illinois	2	0	-1.37	Interception
Q2	Southeast Missouri State	4	64	+5.12	Pass TD
Q2	Eastern Illinois	2	-3	-3.54	Fumble
Q2	Southeast Missouri State	6	22	+4.08	Pass TD
Q2	Eastern Illinois	1	-1	0.00	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

Q1 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · Connor Wolf — Interception returned for a touchdown (-11.02 EPA)
Q1 · Southeast Missouri State Redhawks · Fumble (-5.94 EPA)
Q4 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · Cole LaCrue rushes for 59 yards (3rd & 11) (+5.13 EPA)
Q2 · Southeast Missouri State Redhawks · Johnny Weber pass to Kalvin Gilbert for a touchdown (44 yards) (+4.79 EPA)
Q4 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · Cole LaCrue pass intercepted (-4.49 EPA)
Q2 · Southeast Missouri State Redhawks · Johnny Weber pass to Donnie Cheers for a touchdown (67 yards) (+4.43 EPA)
Q2 · Southeast Missouri State Redhawks · Johnny Weber pass to Kalvin Gilbert for a touchdown (4 yards) (+4.33 EPA)
Q4 · Eastern Illinois Panthers · Cole LaCrue pass intercepted (-4.12 EPA)

Key takeaways

Southeast Missouri State Redhawks controlled the final (42–13) in Week 8.
Passing edge: Johnny Weber (Southeast Missouri State) — 289.0 yds, 4 TD.
EPA edge: Southeast Missouri State at 0.031 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 Southeast Missouri State Redhawks?

Eastern Illinois Panthers 13, Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 42 in Week 8 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Southeast Missouri State Redhawks?

Southeast Missouri State Redhawks won with a final score of 13–42.

Where can I find the Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Southeast Missouri State Redhawks box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401767197.

Who led Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Southeast Missouri State Redhawks in passing?

Johnny Weber (Southeast Missouri State) led passers with 289.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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