Quick answer
Samford Bulldogs defeated VMI Keydets 24–22 in Week 8, 2025. Final score: Samford Bulldogs 24, VMI Keydets 22.
Game summary
Samford Bulldogs edged VMI Keydets 24–22 in Week 8 of the 2025 season.
- Scoring: 6 touchdowns, 2 field goals across 8 plays.
- Passing leader: Collin Shannon (VMI) — 389.0 pass yds, 2 TD, +0.18 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Ken Cherry — 44.0 yds.
- Receiving leader: Owen Sweeney — 13 rec, 208.0 yds.
- EPA edge: VMI (+0.118/play) vs Samford (+0.004/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Samford Bulldogs | 6 | 12 | 0 | 3 | 24 |
 VMI Keydets | 0 | 6 | 6 | 9 | 22 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
SAMSamford BulldogsBrady Stober pass to Calvin Jones for a touchdown (15 yards)
Collin Shannon pass to Owen Sweeney for a touchdown (55 yards)
Brady Stober pass to Sam Pickett III for a touchdown (22 yards)
Brady Stober pass to Preston Bird for a touchdown (27 yards)
Leo Boehling rushes 37 yards for a touchdown
Field goal good from 24 yards
Collin Shannon pass to Noah Grevious for a touchdown (10 yards)
Field goal good from 37 yards
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Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Samford
Q1TD CJCalvin JonesPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-0
Brady Stober pass to Calvin Jones for a touchdown (15 yards)
- VMI
Q2TD OSOwen SweeneyPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-6
Collin Shannon pass to Owen Sweeney for a touchdown (55 yards)
- Samford
Q2TD SPSam Pickett IIIPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-6
Brady Stober pass to Sam Pickett III for a touchdown (22 yards)
- Samford
Q2TD PBPreston BirdPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 18-6
Brady Stober pass to Preston Bird for a touchdown (27 yards)
- VMI
Q3TD LBLeo BoehlingPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 18-12
Leo Boehling rushes 37 yards for a touchdown
- VMI
Q4FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 7
- Score
- 18-15
Field goal good from 24 yards
- VMI
Q4TD NGNoah GreviousPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 18-21
Collin Shannon pass to Noah Grevious for a touchdown (10 yards)
- Samford
Q4FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 20
- Score
- 21-21
Field goal good from 37 yards
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Collin Shannon (VMI) — 389.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.18 EPA/play +8.03 EPA
- Brady Stober (Samford) — 266.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.01 EPA/play +0.30 EPA
Rushing
- Ken Cherry (Samford) — 44.0 yds -0.27 EPA
- Aslin Shipe (VMI) — 66.0 yds +0.24 EPA
- Brady Stober (Samford) — 64.0 yds +0.33 EPA
Receiving
- Owen Sweeney (VMI) — 13 rec · 208.0 yds +0.61 EPA
- Preston Bird (Samford) — 9 rec · 116.0 yds +0.91 EPA
- Calvin Jones (Samford) — 9 rec · 55.0 yds +0.28 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collin Shannon | VMI | 44 | 54.5% | 389 | 2 | +0.18 | +8.03 |
| Brady Stober | Samford | 46 | 73.9% | 266 | 3 | +0.01 | +0.30 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Samford | VMI |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 75 | 69 |
| EPA / play | +0.004 | +0.118 |
| Total EPA | +0.27 | +8.14 |
| Success rate | 40.0% | 42.0% |
| Pass EPA / play | +0.007 | +0.183 |
| Rush EPA / play | -0.001 | +0.004 |
| Yards | 398 | 530 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Samford | 10 | 73 | +5.98 | Pass TD |
| Q1 | VMI | 4 | 26 | -0.69 | Missed FG |
| Q1 | Samford | 3 | 9 | -2.04 | Punt |
| Q1 | VMI | 3 | 7 | -2.02 | Punt |
| Q1 | Samford | 3 | 0 | -3.41 | Punt |
| Q1 | VMI | 3 | -9 | -3.94 | Punt |
| Q1 | Samford | 4 | 9 | -2.88 | Punt |
| Q1 | VMI | 3 | 80 | +6.67 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Samford | 6 | 80 | +6.58 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | VMI | 3 | 18 | -0.60 | Punt |
| Q2 | Samford | 5 | 20 | -0.47 | Punt |
| Q2 | VMI | 5 | -3 | -1.81 | Punt |
| Q2 | Samford | 4 | 6 | -2.47 | Missed FG |
| Q2 | VMI | 3 | 3 | -0.52 | Punt |
| Q2 | Samford | 4 | 64 | +5.64 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | VMI | 13 | 144 | +6.76 | Rush TD |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q2 · VMI Keydets · Collin Shannon pass to Owen Sweeney for a touchdown (55 yards) (+5.09 EPA)
- Q4 · Samford Bulldogs · Brady Stober pass intercepted (-4.75 EPA)
- Q2 · Samford Bulldogs · Brady Stober pass to Preston Bird for a touchdown (27 yards) (+4.7 EPA)
- Q4 · VMI Keydets · Collin Shannon pass intercepted (-4.62 EPA)
- Q3 · VMI Keydets · Collin Shannon pass to Morgan McPhaul for 22 yards (3rd & 13) (+4.06 EPA)
- Q2 · Samford Bulldogs · Brady Stober pass to Preston Bird for 44 yards (3rd & 4) (+3.98 EPA)
- Q4 · VMI Keydets · Collin Shannon pass to Traveion Slaughter for 65 yards (1st & 10) (+3.91 EPA)
- Q3 · VMI Keydets · Leo Boehling rushes 37 yards for a touchdown (+3.79 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Samford Bulldogs controlled the final (24–22) in Week 8.
- Passing edge: Collin Shannon (VMI) — 389.0 yds, 2 TD.
- EPA edge: VMI at 0.118 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 Samford Bulldogs vs VMI Keydets?
Samford Bulldogs 24, VMI Keydets 22 in Week 8 of the 2025 college football season.
Who won Samford Bulldogs vs VMI Keydets?
Samford Bulldogs won with a final score of 24–22.
Where can I find the Samford Bulldogs vs VMI Keydets box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401767581.
Who led Samford Bulldogs vs VMI Keydets in passing?
Collin Shannon (VMI) led passers with 389.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Samford Bulldogs at VMI Keydets in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Samford Bulldogs
Entered 0-5 Now 1-5 W
VMI Keydets
Entered 1-5 Now 1-6 L
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