USC Trojans vs. Stanford Cardinal: 2008 Week 12 Recap

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated Stanford Cardinal 45–23 in Week 12, 2008. Final score: USC Trojans 45, Stanford Cardinal 23.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
USC Trojans	3	12	6	18	45
Stanford Cardinal	9	6	0	6	23

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Alex Loukas (24) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.35 EPA/play +2.13 EPA
• Ronald Johnson (30) — 0.0 yds · -0.65 EPA/play -0.65 EPA
• Tavita Pritchard (24) — 0.0 yds · -0.08 EPA/play -1.39 EPA

Rushing

• Toby Gerhart (24) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.06 EPA
• C.J. Gable (30) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.10 EPA
• Stafon Johnson (30) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.67 EPA

Receiving

• Damian Williams (30) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +0.94 EPA
• Delano Howell (24) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.02 EPA
• Patrick Turner (30) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.05 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Alex Loukas	24	6	16.7%	0	1	+0.35	+2.13
Ronald Johnson	30	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.65	-0.65
Tavita Pritchard	24	17	0.0%	0	0	-0.08	-1.39
Mark Sanchez	30	18	11.1%	0	2	-0.37	-6.72

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	2	0	-1.90	Ended
Q1	24	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	24	9	0	+1.07	Ended
Q1	30	3	0	-2.88	Punt
Q1	24	4	0	-1.68	Punt
Q1	30	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	30	3	0	-2.51	Ended
Q1	24	1	0	+1.03	Rush TD
Q1	24	6	0	+5.26	Ended
Q2	30	1	0	-0.81	Ended
Q2	24	7	0	-1.46	Punt
Q2	30	0	0	—	Touchdown
Q2	24	4	0	+3.71	Rush TD
Q2	30	2	0	+2.50	Pass TD
Q2	30	10	0	+3.56	Ended
Q2	24	3	0	-3.14	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · USC Trojans · Aaron Zagory kickoff for 63 yards returned by C.J. Gable for 93 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+5.98 EPA)
2. Q3 · USC Trojans · Mark Sanchez pass complete to Stanley Havili for 9 yards, fumbled, recovered by Stanf at the Stanf 15. (-4.96 EPA)
3. Q1 · USC Trojans · Aaron Zagory kickoff for 67 yards returned by Ronald Johnson for 75 yards to the Stanf 22. (+4.69 EPA)
4. Q4 · Stanford Cardinal · Alex Loukas pass complete to Austin Gunder for 18 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.6 EPA)
5. Q1 · Stanford Cardinal · Tavita Pritchard rush for 40 yards to the USC 11 for a 1ST down. (+4.0 EPA)
6. Q4 · USC Trojans · Stafon Johnson rush for 43 yards to the 50 yard line for a 1ST down. (+3.41 EPA)
7. Q4 · USC Trojans · Mark Sanchez pass complete to Stanley Havili for 50 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.38 EPA)
8. Q2 · Stanford Cardinal · Toby Gerhart rush for 40 yards to the USC 1 for a 1ST down. (+3.36 EPA)

Key takeaways

• USC Trojans controlled the final (45–23) in Week 12.
• Passing edge: Alex Loukas (24) — 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 45, Stanford Cardinal 23 in Week 12 of the 2008 college football season.

Who won USC Trojans vs Stanford Cardinal?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 45–23.

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=283200024.

Who led USC Trojans vs Stanford Cardinal in passing?

Alex Loukas (24) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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