California Golden Bears vs. USC Trojans: 2004 Week 7 Recap

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated California Golden Bears 23–17 in Week 7, 2004. Final score: California Golden Bears 17, USC Trojans 23.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
California Golden Bears	0	9	6	0	17
USC Trojans	9	6	6	0	23

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Aaron Rodgers (25) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.49 EPA/play +16.31 EPA
• Matt Leinart (30) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.10 EPA/play +2.10 EPA
• Chase Lyman (25) — 0.0 yds · -0.56 EPA/play -0.56 EPA

Rushing

• J.J. Arrington (25) — 0.0 yds +0.13 EPA
• LenDale White (30) — 0.0 yds +0.13 EPA
• Aaron Rodgers (25) — 0.0 yds -0.89 EPA

Receiving

• Geoff McArthur () (25) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.47 EPA
• Garrett Cross () (25) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.43 EPA
• Dwayne Jarrett () (30) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.64 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Aaron Rodgers	25	33	3.0%	0	1	+0.49	+16.31
Matt Leinart	30	21	9.5%	0	2	+0.10	+2.10
Chase Lyman	25	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.56	-0.56

Team EPA comparison

Stat	CAL	USC
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	25	1	0	+0.93	Ended
Q1	30	6	0	-0.08	Field goal
Q1	25	10	0	-1.66	Ended
Q1	30	9	0	+3.40	Pass TD
Q1	25	6	0	-4.89	Ended
Q2	30	6	0	+0.94	Field goal
Q2	25	7	0	+5.97	Pass TD
Q2	30	4	0	-3.01	Field goal
Q2	30	2	0	-0.76	Ended
Q2	25	16	0	+2.37	Field goal
Q3	30	3	0	-1.26	Interception
Q3	25	10	0	+6.87	Rush TD
Q3	30	9	0	+1.75	Pass TD
Q4	25	9	0	-1.39	Ended
Q4	30	3	0	-2.36	Ended
Q4	25	12	0	+0.51	Missed FG

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · California Golden Bears · Golden Bears fumble by Tim Mixon (CAL), recovered by Eric Wright (USC), returned for no gain. (-5.16 EPA)
2. Q1 · California Golden Bears · Aaron Rodgers (CAL) rushed up the middle for -1 yards; turnover on downs. (-4.32 EPA)
3. Q3 · USC Trojans · Matt Leinart (USC) pass left side intercepted by Harrison Smith (CAL). Returned for 13 yards. (-3.98 EPA)
4. Q3 · USC Trojans · Kickoff returned by Reggie Bush (USC) for 84 yards. (+3.76 EPA)
5. Q1 · California Golden Bears · David Lonie (CAL) rushed left side for -1 yards; turnover on downs. (-3.51 EPA)
6. Q3 · USC Trojans · Matt Leinart (USC) pass across the middle complete to Dwayne Jarrett (USC) for a 16 yard touchdown. (+3.5 EPA)
7. Q1 · USC Trojans · Matt Leinart (USC) pass across the middle complete to Dwayne Jarrett (USC) for 11 yards. (+3.43 EPA)
8. Q2 · California Golden Bears · Aaron Rodgers (CAL) pass left side complete to Geoff McArthur (CAL) for a 20 yard touchdown. (+3.06 EPA)

Key takeaways

• USC Trojans controlled the final (23–17) in Week 7.
• Passing edge: Aaron Rodgers (25) — yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: CAL 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 California Golden Bears vs USC Trojans?

California Golden Bears 17, USC Trojans 23 in Week 7 of the 2004 college football season.

Who won California Golden Bears vs USC Trojans?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 17–23.

Where can I find the California Golden Bears vs USC Trojans box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=242830030.

Who led California Golden Bears vs USC Trojans in passing?

Aaron Rodgers (25) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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