Quick answer
Youngstown State Penguins defeated Illinois State Redbirds 40–35 in Week 8, 2025. Final score: Youngstown State Penguins 40, Illinois State Redbirds 35.
Game summary
Youngstown State Penguins edged Illinois State Redbirds 40–35 in Week 8 of the 2025 season.
- Scoring: 10 touchdowns, 2 field goals across 12 plays.
- Passing leader: Beau Brungard (Youngstown State) — 351.0 pass yds, 2 TD, +0.42 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Beau Brungard — 200.0 yds, 3 TD.
- Receiving leader: Luke Mailander — 4 rec, 51.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Youngstown State (+0.273/play) vs Illinois State (+0.050/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Youngstown State Penguins | 6 | 6 | 6 | 18 | 40 |
 Illinois State Redbirds | 0 | 12 | 12 | 6 | 35 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
YSUYoungstown State PenguinsField goal good from 32 yards
Field goal good from 23 yards
Beau Brungard rushes 2 yards for a touchdown
Tommy Rittenhouse pass to Javon Charles for a touchdown (13 yards)
Tommy Rittenhouse pass to Wenkers Wright for a touchdown (12 yards)
Tommy Rittenhouse pass to Eddie Kasper for a touchdown (37 yards)
Beau Brungard pass to Mike Solomon for a touchdown (36 yards)
Tommy Rittenhouse pass to Luke Mailander for a touchdown (18 yards)
Beau Brungard rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
Beau Brungard pass to Fresh Walters for a touchdown (53 yards)
Beau Brungard rushes 48 yards for a touchdown
Tommy Rittenhouse pass to Wenkers Wright for a touchdown (3 yards)
ILSTIllinois State RedbirdsFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Youngstown State
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 15
- Score
- 3-0
Field goal good from 32 yards
- Youngstown State
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 6
- Score
- 6-0
Field goal good from 23 yards
- Youngstown State
Q2TD BBBeau BrungardPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-0
Beau Brungard rushes 2 yards for a touchdown
- Illinois State
Q2TD JCJavon CharlesPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-6
Tommy Rittenhouse pass to Javon Charles for a touchdown (13 yards)
- Illinois State
Q2TD WWWenkers WrightPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-12
Tommy Rittenhouse pass to Wenkers Wright for a touchdown (12 yards)
- Illinois State
Q3TD EKEddie KasperPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-18
Tommy Rittenhouse pass to Eddie Kasper for a touchdown (37 yards)
- Youngstown State
Q3TD MSMike SolomonPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 18-18
Beau Brungard pass to Mike Solomon for a touchdown (36 yards)
- Illinois State
Q3TD LMLuke MailanderPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 18-24
Tommy Rittenhouse pass to Luke Mailander for a touchdown (18 yards)
- Youngstown State
Q4TD BBBeau BrungardPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 24-24
Beau Brungard rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
- Youngstown State
Q4TD FWFresh WaltersPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 30-24
Beau Brungard pass to Fresh Walters for a touchdown (53 yards)
- Youngstown State
Q4TD BBBeau BrungardPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 36-24
Beau Brungard rushes 48 yards for a touchdown
- Illinois State
Q4TD WWWenkers WrightPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 36-30
Tommy Rittenhouse pass to Wenkers Wright for a touchdown (3 yards)
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Beau Brungard (Youngstown State) — 351.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.42 EPA/play +14.42 EPA
- Tommy Rittenhouse (Illinois State) — 222.0 yds · 5 TD · +0.03 EPA/play +0.82 EPA
- Beckham Pellant (Illinois State) — 0.0 yds · -0.65 EPA/play -0.65 EPA
Rushing
- Beau Brungard (Youngstown State) — 200.0 yds · 3 TD +0.49 EPA
- Wenkers Wright (Illinois State) — 43.0 yds -0.17 EPA
- Jaden Gilbert (Youngstown State) — 16.0 yds -0.37 EPA
Receiving
- Luke Mailander (Illinois State) — 4 rec · 51.0 yds +0.22 EPA
- Mike Solomon (Youngstown State) — 4 rec · 77.0 yds +1.12 EPA
- Max Tomczak (Youngstown State) — 4 rec · 53.0 yds +0.14 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beau Brungard | Youngstown State | 34 | 67.6% | 351 | 2 | +0.42 | +14.42 |
| Tommy Rittenhouse | Illinois State | 32 | 50.0% | 222 | 5 | +0.03 | +0.82 |
| Beckham Pellant | Illinois State | 1 | 0.0% | 0 | 0 | -0.65 | -0.65 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Youngstown State | Illinois State |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 82 | 58 |
| EPA / play | +0.273 | +0.050 |
| Total EPA | +22.38 | +2.92 |
| Success rate | 48.8% | 44.8% |
| Pass EPA / play | +0.424 | +0.005 |
| Rush EPA / play | +0.166 | +0.110 |
| Yards | 584 | 383 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Youngstown State | 10 | 61 | +1.41 | Field goal |
| Q1 | Illinois State | 2 | 7 | -4.88 | Interception |
| Q1 | Youngstown State | 8 | 30 | -0.99 | Field goal |
| Q1 | Illinois State | 6 | 8 | -2.96 | Punt |
| Q1 | Youngstown State | 13 | 92 | +6.93 | Rush TD |
| Q2 | Illinois State | 6 | 80 | +6.93 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Youngstown State | 5 | 14 | -1.40 | Punt |
| Q2 | Illinois State | 3 | 6 | -1.62 | Punt |
| Q2 | Youngstown State | 4 | 20 | +0.47 | Punt |
| Q2 | Illinois State | 3 | 3 | -0.87 | Punt |
| Q2 | Youngstown State | 3 | 39 | -2.52 | Interception |
| Q2 | Illinois State | 2 | 33 | +4.95 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Youngstown State | 1 | 1 | 0.00 | Ended |
| Q3 | Illinois State | 1 | 37 | +3.17 | Pass TD |
| Q3 | Youngstown State | 8 | 60 | +4.38 | Pass TD |
| Q3 | Illinois State | 12 | 53 | -5.70 | Ended |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q4 · Youngstown State Penguins · Beau Brungard pass to Fresh Walters for a touchdown (53 yards) (+4.89 EPA)
- Q4 · Youngstown State Penguins · Beau Brungard rushes 48 yards for a touchdown (+4.48 EPA)
- Q4 · Illinois State Redbirds · Tommy Rittenhouse pass intercepted (-4.33 EPA)
- Q3 · Illinois State Redbirds · Tommy Rittenhouse to Dylan Lord — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (-4.26 EPA)
- Q2 · Illinois State Redbirds · Tommy Rittenhouse pass to Wenkers Wright for a touchdown (12 yards) (+4.17 EPA)
- Q1 · Illinois State Redbirds · Tommy Rittenhouse pass intercepted (-4.13 EPA)
- Q3 · Youngstown State Penguins · Beau Brungard pass to Mike Solomon for a touchdown (36 yards) (+4.08 EPA)
- Q4 · Youngstown State Penguins · Beau Brungard rushes for 1 yard (4th & 1) (+3.89 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Youngstown State Penguins controlled the final (40–35) in Week 8.
- Passing edge: Beau Brungard (Youngstown State) — 351.0 yds, 2 TD.
- EPA edge: Youngstown State at 0.273 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 Youngstown State Penguins vs Illinois State Redbirds?
Youngstown State Penguins 40, Illinois State Redbirds 35 in Week 8 of the 2025 college football season.
Who won Youngstown State Penguins vs Illinois State Redbirds?
Youngstown State Penguins won with a final score of 40–35.
Where can I find the Youngstown State Penguins vs Illinois State Redbirds box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401767440.
Who led Youngstown State Penguins vs Illinois State Redbirds in passing?
Beau Brungard (Youngstown State) led passers with 351.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Youngstown State Penguins at Illinois State Redbirds in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Youngstown State Penguins
Entered 2-3 Now 3-3 W
Illinois State Redbirds
Entered 5-3 Now 5-4 L
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