USC Trojans vs. Virginia Tech Hokies: 2004 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated Virginia Tech Hokies 24–13 in Week 1, 2004. Final score: USC Trojans 24, Virginia Tech Hokies 13.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
USC Trojans	6	0	6	9	24
Virginia Tech Hokies	3	6	0	3	13

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Matt Leinart (30) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.22 EPA/play +6.47 EPA
• Bryan Randall (259) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.11 EPA/play -2.67 EPA

Rushing

• LenDale White (30) — 0.0 yds +0.04 EPA
• Bryan Randall (259) — 0.0 yds +0.87 EPA
• Reggie Bush (30) — 0.0 yds -0.33 EPA

Receiving

• Reggie Bush () (30) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds +2.21 EPA
• Jeff King (259) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.43 EPA
• Steve Smith () (30) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.65 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Matt Leinart	30	29	10.3%	0	3	+0.22	+6.47
Bryan Randall	259	25	4.0%	0	1	-0.11	-2.67

Team EPA comparison

Stat	USC	VT
Plays	0	0
EPA / play	—	—
Total EPA	—	—
Success rate	—	—
Pass EPA / play	—	—
Rush EPA / play	—	—
Yards	0	0

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	30	3	0	-0.73	Ended
Q1	259	7	0	-0.56	Field goal
Q1	259	1	0	+1.64	Ended
Q1	30	5	0	+3.05	Pass TD
Q1	259	6	0	+2.51	Interception
Q1	30	8	0	+0.32	Ended
Q1	259	5	0	-2.09	Ended
Q2	30	10	0	-0.54	Ended
Q2	259	10	0	+6.68	Pass TD
Q2	30	6	0	-0.35	Missed FG
Q3	259	2	0	-0.95	Ended
Q3	30	2	0	+4.07	Pass TD
Q3	259	7	0	+1.59	Ended
Q3	30	4	0	-1.11	Ended
Q3	259	2	0	-2.72	Ended
Q3	30	2	0	-0.65	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Virginia Tech Hokies · Bryan Randall (VT) pass across the middle intercepted by Lofa Tatupu (USC). Returned for 32 yards. (-6.48 EPA)
2. Q4 · Virginia Tech Hokies · Hokies fumble by Bryan Randall (VT), recovered by Ronald Nunn (USC), returned for no gain. (-4.28 EPA)
3. Q1 · USC Trojans · Matt Leinart (USC) pass across the middle complete to Reggie Bush (USC) for a 35 yard touchdown. (+4.08 EPA)
4. Q3 · USC Trojans · Matt Leinart (USC) pass left side complete to Reggie Bush (USC) for a 53 yard touchdown. (+4.01 EPA)
5. Q4 · USC Trojans · Matt Leinart (USC) pass right side complete to Reggie Bush (USC) for a 29 yard touchdown. (+3.15 EPA)
6. Q2 · USC Trojans · 35 yard field goal by Ryan Killeen (USC) is no good. (-3.06 EPA)
7. Q4 · Virginia Tech Hokies · 10 yard penalty on Trojans. (+2.93 EPA)
8. Q3 · Virginia Tech Hokies · Bryan Randall (VT) rushed right side for 15 yards. (+2.84 EPA)

Key takeaways

• USC Trojans controlled the final (24–13) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Matt Leinart (30) — yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: USC at 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 USC Trojans vs Virginia Tech Hokies?

USC Trojans 24, Virginia Tech Hokies 13 in Week 1 of the 2004 college football season.

Who won USC Trojans vs Virginia Tech Hokies?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 24–13.

Where can I find the USC Trojans vs Virginia Tech Hokies box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=242410259.

Who led USC Trojans vs Virginia Tech Hokies in passing?

Matt Leinart (30) led passers with 0.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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