USC Trojans vs. Stanford Cardinal: 2004 Week 5 Recap

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated Stanford Cardinal 31–28 in Week 5, 2004. Final score: USC Trojans 31, Stanford Cardinal 28.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
USC Trojans	9	6	6	6	31
Stanford Cardinal	6	18	0	0	28

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Matt Leinart (30) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.36 EPA/play +10.48 EPA
• Trent Edwards (24) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.12 EPA/play +3.80 EPA

Rushing

• Reggie Bush (30) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.44 EPA
• LenDale White (30) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.20 EPA
• J.R. Lemon (24) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.28 EPA

Receiving

• Steve Smith () (30) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.62 EPA
• Alex Smith () (24) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.05 EPA
• Justin McCullum () (24) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.54 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Matt Leinart	30	29	3.4%	0	1	+0.36	+10.48
Trent Edwards	24	31	6.5%	0	2	+0.12	+3.80

Team EPA comparison

Stat	USC	STAN
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	1	0	-0.59	Ended
Q1	24	11	0	+6.74	Pass TD
Q1	30	1	0	+1.07	Pass TD
Q1	24	4	0	+2.09	Interception
Q1	30	2	0	-0.09	Ended
Q1	24	2	0	-1.72	Ended
Q1	30	10	0	-1.08	Field goal
Q2	24	2	0	+6.58	Rush TD
Q2	30	6	0	+5.55	Rush TD
Q2	24	7	0	+3.33	Rush TD
Q2	30	1	0	+1.54	Fumble
Q2	24	13	0	+6.40	Pass TD
Q2	30	5	0	+0.45	Ended
Q3	24	1	0	-1.42	Ended
Q3	30	1	0	-0.70	Ended
Q3	24	2	0	-1.40	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Stanford Cardinal · Trent Edwards (STAN) pass right side intercepted by Kevin Arbet (USC). Returned for 66 yards. (-8.91 EPA)
2. Q2 · Stanford Cardinal · J.R. Lemon (STAN) rushed up the middle for a 82 yard touchdown. (+6.84 EPA)
3. Q2 · USC Trojans · Trojans fumble by Steve Smith (USC), recovered by Mike Silva (STAN), returned for no gain. (-5.17 EPA)
4. Q3 · USC Trojans · Matt Leinart (USC) pass right side complete to Steve Smith (USC) for 51 yards. (+3.79 EPA)
5. Q4 · USC Trojans · Matt Leinart (USC) rushed up the middle for -2 yards. (-3.65 EPA)
6. Q3 · Stanford Cardinal · Trent Edwards (STAN) rushed right side for 5 yards. (-3.65 EPA)
7. Q2 · Stanford Cardinal · Kyle Matter (STAN) rushed right side for a 11 yard touchdown. (+3.43 EPA)
8. Q4 · USC Trojans · 24 yard field goal by Ryan Killeen (USC) is no good. (-3.04 EPA)

Key takeaways

• USC Trojans controlled the final (31–28) in Week 5.
• Passing edge: Matt Leinart (30) — yds, 1 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 Stanford Cardinal?

USC Trojans 31, Stanford Cardinal 28 in Week 5 of the 2004 college football season.

Who won USC Trojans vs Stanford Cardinal?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 31–28.

Where can I find the USC Trojans vs Stanford Cardinal box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=242690024.

Who led USC Trojans vs Stanford Cardinal in passing?

Matt Leinart (30) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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