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Vanderbilt Commodores' Passing Precision Challenges Iowa Hawkeyes at Raymond James Stadium

First Quarter


The Vanderbilt Commodores faced off against the Iowa Hawkeyes in a tightly contested match at Raymond James Stadium. The first quarter saw the Hawks take an early lead with a 7-0 advantage, as their offense capitalized on strategic plays to penetrate Vandy's defense.


Sep 23, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores running back Patrick Smith (4) celebrates after a touchdown against the Kentucky Wildcats during the second half at FirstBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports

Second Quarter


In the second quarter, the Dores managed to put points on the board with a field goal by kicker Brock Taylor, narrowing the gap to 14-3. Despite their efforts, Iowa maintained control with another touchdown, showcasing their offensive strength.


Third Quarter


The third quarter was marked by an impressive comeback attempt from Vandy. Quarterback Diego Pavia demonstrated his passing prowess with two touchdowns and accumulated 347 yards throughout the game. Tre Richardson emerged as a key player for Vandy, contributing significantly with 127 receiving yards and one touchdown.


Fourth Quarter


In an intense fourth quarter, both teams scored 10 points each. The Dores' defense stepped up its game with Bryce Cowan recording one sack and forcing a fumble. However, despite these efforts and Martel Hight's interception that provided hope for a turnaround, Iowa held onto their lead.


The final score of this competitive encounter was 34-27 in favor of Iowa Hawkeyes. This result leaves Vanderbilt Commodores at a record of 10-3 while Iowa improves to 9-4.


For more insights into this matchup and exclusive post-game reactions from players like Diego Pavia and Tre Richardson who made game-changing plays Vanderbilt Commodores vs Iowa Hawkeyes full match report is available now! Don't miss out on our detailed analysis in our Vanderbilt Commodores vs Iowa Hawkeyes recap featuring exclusive interviews from both teams!


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