Mississippi State Bulldogs vs. Florida Gators: 2025 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Florida Gators defeated Mississippi State Bulldogs 23–21 in Week 8, 2025. Final score: Mississippi State Bulldogs 21, Florida Gators 23.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Mississippi State Bulldogs	6	0	0	12	21
Florida Gators	3	9	0	9	23

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Blake Shapen (Mississippi State) — 324.0 yds · +0.08 EPA/play +3.18 EPA
• DJ Lagway (Florida) — 298.0 yds · -0.13 EPA/play -4.54 EPA

Rushing

• Jadan Baugh (Florida) — 140.0 yds · 1 TD +0.26 EPA
• Davon Booth (Mississippi State) — 95.0 yds · 2 TD +0.17 EPA
• Blake Shapen (Mississippi State) — 29.0 yds -0.64 EPA

Receiving

• Brenen Thompson (Mississippi State) — 7 rec · 155.0 yds +0.74 EPA
• Anthony Evans III (Mississippi State) — 11 rec · 125.0 yds +0.56 EPA
• Dallas Wilson (Florida) — 2 rec · 24.0 yds -0.42 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Blake Shapen	Mississippi State	41	58.5%	324	0	+0.08	+3.18
DJ Lagway	Florida	36	55.6%	298	0	-0.13	-4.54

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Mississippi State	Florida
Plays	81	68
EPA / play	-0.018	+0.044
Total EPA	-1.45	+3.01
Success rate	42.0%	51.5%
Pass EPA / play	+0.078	-0.126
Rush EPA / play	-0.116	+0.236
Yards	486	471

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Mississippi State	8	75	+6.16	Rush TD
Q1	Florida	10	58	+1.32	Field goal
Q1	Mississippi State	8	30	-1.29	Punt
Q1	Florida	3	12	-0.90	Punt
Q1	Mississippi State	9	29	-4.14	Ended
Q1	Florida	6	69	+5.50	Rush TD
Q2	Mississippi State	3	-1	-3.12	Punt
Q2	Florida	2	79	-2.98	Interception
Q2	Mississippi State	7	50	-2.46	Fumble
Q2	Florida	10	69	+0.35	Field goal
Q2	Mississippi State	6	57	+0.90	Missed FG
Q2	Florida	7	30	-2.03	Interception
Q2	Mississippi State	2	-9	-1.13	Ended
Q3	Florida	3	6	-2.47	Punt
Q3	Mississippi State	3	14	-1.26	Punt
Q3	Florida	5	30	+0.36	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Florida Gators · DJ Lagway pass intercepted (-6.17 EPA)
2. Q2 · Mississippi State Bulldogs · Fumble (-4.87 EPA)
3. Q4 · Mississippi State Bulldogs · Blake Shapen pass intercepted (-4.04 EPA)
4. Q1 · Mississippi State Bulldogs · Blake Shapen pass to Anthony Evans III for 48 yards (2nd & 4) (+3.31 EPA)
5. Q1 · Mississippi State Bulldogs · Blake Shapen rushes for no gain (4th & 2) (-3.31 EPA)
6. Q2 · Florida Gators · DJ Lagway pass to Vernell Brown III for 50 yards (1st & 10) (+3.19 EPA)
7. Q4 · Florida Gators · Field goal good from 53 yards (+2.95 EPA)
8. Q4 · Mississippi State Bulldogs · Blake Shapen pass to Brenen Thompson for 46 yards (1st & 10) (+2.94 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Florida Gators controlled the final (23–21) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Blake Shapen (Mississippi State) — 324.0 yds.
• EPA edge: Florida at 0.044 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 Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Florida Gators?

Mississippi State Bulldogs 21, Florida Gators 23 in Week 8 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Florida Gators?

Florida Gators won with a final score of 21–23.

Where can I find the Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Florida Gators box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401752741.

Who led Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Florida Gators in passing?

Blake Shapen (Mississippi State) led passers with 324.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Mississippi State Bulldogs at Florida Gators in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.