USC Trojans vs. Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors: 2005 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors 63–17 in Week 1, 2005. Final score: USC Trojans 63, Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors 17.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
USC Trojans	0	0	0	0	63
Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors	0	0	0	0	17

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Matt Leinart (30.0) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.88 EPA/play +19.34 EPA
• Colton Brennan (62.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.23 EPA/play +7.29 EPA
• TEAM (62.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +4.77 EPA/play +4.77 EPA

Rushing

• Reggie Bush (30.0) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD -0.07 EPA
• LenDale White (30.0) — 0.0 yds -0.08 EPA
• Tyler Graunke (62.0) — 0.0 yds +0.21 EPA

Receiving

• Steve Smith (30.0) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.24 EPA
• Dwayne Jarrett (30.0) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds +2.24 EPA
• Bryan Maneafaiga (62.0) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +0.62 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Matt Leinart	30.0	22	13.6%	0	3	+0.88	+19.34
Colton Brennan	62.0	32	3.1%	0	1	+0.23	+7.29
TEAM	62.0	1	100.0%	0	1	+4.77	+4.77
Tyler Graunke	62.0	16	6.2%	0	1	+0.14	+2.26
John D Booty	30.0	5	20.0%	0	1	+0.18	+0.89

Team EPA comparison

Stat	USC	HAW
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	30.0	4	0	+1.49	Ended
Q1	62.0	16	0	+7.93	Pass TD
Q1	62.0	8	0	+1.46	Ended
Q2	30.0	8	0	-0.44	Missed FG
Q2	62.0	6	0	-1.13	Ended
Q2	30.0	10	0	+4.86	Rush TD
Q2	62.0	5	0	-1.02	Punt
Q2	30.0	8	0	+10.33	Pass TD
Q3	62.0	2	0	-3.28	Fumble
Q3	62.0	0	0	—	Touchdown
Q3	30.0	4	0	+2.18	Rush TD
Q3	62.0	11	0	-6.13	Ended
Q3	30.0	2	0	+2.36	Pass TD
Q3	62.0	2	0	+6.62	Pass TD
Q3	30.0	6	0	+2.27	Pass TD
Q3	62.0	2	0	-0.62	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · 62.0 · Mario Danelo kickoff for 65 yards returned by Mikhail Kafentzis for 17 yards, fumbled by Mikhail Kafentzis at the HHC 0, forced by John D Booty, recovered by Desmond Reed, tackled by John D Booty for a TOUCHDOWN. (+8.3 EPA)
2. Q2 · 30.0 · Matt Leinart pass complete to Dwayne Jarrett for 21 yards to the HHC 3 for a TOUCHDOWN, USC PENALTY 22 yard unsportsmanlike conduct on Dwayne Jarrett ACCEPTED. (+6.99 EPA)
3. Q4 · 30.0 · Desmond Reed rush for 29 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+6.17 EPA)
4. Q1 · 62.0 · Colton Brennan pass intercepted by Darnell Bing at the UUB 36, returned for 64 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.77 EPA)
5. Q3 · 30.0 · Matt Leinart pass intercepted by Kenny Patton at the HHC 0, returned for no gain to the HHC 20. (-4.6 EPA)
6. Q3 · 62.0 · Colton Brennan sacked by Lawrence Jackson and Collin Ashton at the UUB 31 for a loss of 5 yards. (-3.99 EPA)
7. Q3 · 30.0 · Matt Leinart pass complete to Steve Smith for 67 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.97 EPA)
8. Q2 · 30.0 · Reggie Bush rush for 41 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.71 EPA)

Key takeaways

• USC Trojans controlled the final (63–17) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Matt Leinart (30.0) — 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 Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors?

USC Trojans 63, Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors 17 in Week 1 of the 2005 college football season.

Who won USC Trojans vs Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 63–17.

Where can I find the USC Trojans vs Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=252460062.

Who led USC Trojans vs Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors in passing?

Matt Leinart (30.0) led passers with 0.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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