Fresno State Bulldogs vs. USC Trojans: 2005 Week 12 Recap

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated Fresno State Bulldogs 50–42 in Week 12, 2005. Final score: Fresno State Bulldogs 42, USC Trojans 50.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Fresno State Bulldogs	0	0	0	0	42
USC Trojans	0	0	0	0	50

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Matt Leinart (30.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.00 EPA/play -0.02 EPA
• Paul Pinegar (278.0) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · -0.20 EPA/play -8.87 EPA

Rushing

• Wendell Mathis (278.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.10 EPA
• Reggie Bush (30.0) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.53 EPA
• LenDale White (30.0) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.05 EPA

Receiving

• Joe Fernandez (278.0) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +0.93 EPA
• Steve Smith (30.0) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +0.61 EPA
• Matt Rivera (278.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.46 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Matt Leinart	30.0	29	3.4%	0	1	-0.00	-0.02
Paul Pinegar	278.0	44	6.8%	0	3	-0.20	-8.87

Team EPA comparison

Stat	FRES	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
Q0	278.0	5	0	-2.83	Ended
Q1	30.0	3	0	-2.35	Punt
Q1	278.0	8	0	-0.62	Punt
Q1	30.0	6	0	+5.97	Rush TD
Q1	278.0	9	0	-3.11	Ended
Q1	30.0	7	0	-5.09	Punt
Q2	30.0	7	0	+0.12	Ended
Q2	278.0	8	0	+4.49	Pass TD
Q2	30.0	8	0	+1.60	Field goal
Q2	278.0	11	0	+2.01	Rush TD
Q3	30.0	1	0	+4.76	Rush TD
Q3	30.0	2	0	-0.95	Ended
Q3	278.0	5	0	-6.39	Interception
Q3	30.0	3	0	-2.18	Punt
Q3	278.0	5	0	+4.29	Pass TD
Q3	30.0	1	0	+1.03	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · 278.0 · Paul Pinegar pass complete to Devyn Mcdonald for 12 yards for no gain, fumbled at the USC 1, forced by Scott Ware, recovered by Jermaine Jamison for a TOUCHDOWN, tackled by Scott Ware. (-6.57 EPA)
2. Q3 · 278.0 · Paul Pinegar pass intercepted by Scott Ware at the USC 0, returned for 30 yards to the USC 30. (-5.84 EPA)
3. Q4 · 30.0 · Kyle Zimmerman kickoff for 65 yards returned by Reggie Bush for 18 yards to the USC 18, fumbled at the USC 18, forced by Marcus Mccauley, recovered by Jason Huss. (-5.72 EPA)
4. Q1 · 30.0 · Reggie Bush rush for 65 yards to the Fresn 5 for a 1ST down. (+4.9 EPA)
5. Q3 · 30.0 · Reggie Bush rush for 50 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.76 EPA)
6. Q4 · 278.0 · Paul Pinegar pass intercepted by Darnell Bing at the USC 0, returned for 40 yards to the USC 40. (-4.73 EPA)
7. Q4 · 278.0 · Paul Pinegar sacked by Lawrence Jackson, fumbled at the Fresn 15, recovered by Brian Cushing at the Fresn 15, tackled by Lawrence Jackson, Fresno St penalty holding declined. (-4.24 EPA)
8. Q3 · 30.0 · Reggie Bush rush for 45 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.56 EPA)

Key takeaways

• USC Trojans controlled the final (50–42) in Week 12.
• Passing edge: Matt Leinart (30.0) — yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: FRES 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 Fresno State Bulldogs vs USC Trojans?

Fresno State Bulldogs 42, USC Trojans 50 in Week 12 of the 2005 college football season.

Who won Fresno State Bulldogs vs USC Trojans?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 42–50.

Where can I find the Fresno State Bulldogs vs USC Trojans box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=253230030.

Who led Fresno State Bulldogs vs USC Trojans in passing?

Matt Leinart (30.0) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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