LSU Tigers vs. Vanderbilt Commodores: 2025 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Vanderbilt Commodores defeated LSU Tigers 31–24 in Week 8, 2025. Final score: LSU Tigers 24, Vanderbilt Commodores 31.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
LSU Tigers	3	9	6	3	24
Vanderbilt Commodores	6	9	12	0	31

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Garrett Nussmeier (LSU) — 202.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.26 EPA/play +7.68 EPA
• Diego Pavia (Vanderbilt) — 152.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.19 EPA/play +4.33 EPA

Rushing

• Diego Pavia (Vanderbilt) — 94.0 yds · 2 TD +0.55 EPA
• Sedrick Alexander (Vanderbilt) — 42.0 yds · 1 TD +0.29 EPA
• Harlem Berry (LSU) — 55.0 yds +0.09 EPA

Receiving

• Barion Brown (LSU) — 5 rec · 40.0 yds +0.21 EPA
• Trey'Dez Green (LSU) — 5 rec · 74.0 yds +0.82 EPA
• Zavion Thomas (LSU) — 3 rec · 78.0 yds +1.11 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Garrett Nussmeier	LSU	30	63.3%	202	2	+0.26	+7.68
Diego Pavia	Vanderbilt	23	60.9%	152	1	+0.19	+4.33

Team EPA comparison

Stat	LSU	Vanderbilt
Plays	49	67
EPA / play	+0.229	+0.171
Total EPA	+11.20	+11.44
Success rate	40.8%	47.8%
Pass EPA / play	+0.256	+0.188
Rush EPA / play	+0.185	+0.162
Yards	315	389

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	LSU	11	44	-0.01	Field goal
Q1	Vanderbilt	9	62	+5.00	Rush TD
Q1	LSU	8	60	+4.93	Pass TD
Q2	Vanderbilt	14	75	+5.94	Rush TD
Q2	LSU	6	35	-0.26	Missed FG
Q2	Vanderbilt	4	1	-3.52	Ended
Q2	LSU	5	11	-1.12	Field goal
Q2	Vanderbilt	6	50	+0.41	Field goal
Q3	Vanderbilt	10	75	+5.90	Pass TD
Q3	LSU	5	92	+8.30	Pass TD
Q3	Vanderbilt	10	65	+4.67	Rush TD
Q3	LSU	8	73	+3.28	Field goal
Q4	Vanderbilt	4	3	-3.22	Punt
Q4	LSU	3	-2	-2.47	Punt
Q4	Vanderbilt	3	4	-2.17	Punt
Q4	LSU	3	2	-1.45	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · LSU Tigers · Garrett Nussmeier pass to Zavion Thomas for a touchdown (62 yards) (+6.37 EPA)
2. Q4 · LSU Tigers · Caden Durham rushes for 51 yards (3rd & 6) (+5.42 EPA)
3. Q4 · Vanderbilt Commodores · TEAM rushes for a loss of 1 yard (2nd & 2) (-4.86 EPA)
4. Q4 · Vanderbilt Commodores · Diego Pavia rushes for 11 yards (3rd & 7) (+3.53 EPA)
5. Q1 · LSU Tigers · Garrett Nussmeier pass to Barion Brown for 16 yards (3rd & 10) (+3.37 EPA)
6. Q2 · Vanderbilt Commodores · Sedrick Alexander rushes 1 yard for a touchdown (+3.01 EPA)
7. Q2 · Vanderbilt Commodores · Diego Pavia sacked for a loss of 8 yards (4th & 1) (-3.01 EPA)
8. Q3 · Vanderbilt Commodores · Diego Pavia pass to Makhilyn Young for 10 yards (4th & 1) (+2.97 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Vanderbilt Commodores controlled the final (31–24) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Garrett Nussmeier (LSU) — 202.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: LSU at 0.229 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 LSU Tigers vs Vanderbilt Commodores?

LSU Tigers 24, Vanderbilt Commodores 31 in Week 8 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won LSU Tigers vs Vanderbilt Commodores?

Vanderbilt Commodores won with a final score of 24–31.

Where can I find the LSU Tigers vs Vanderbilt Commodores box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401752745.

Who led LSU Tigers vs Vanderbilt Commodores in passing?

Garrett Nussmeier (LSU) led passers with 202.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for LSU Tigers at Vanderbilt Commodores in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.