South Carolina Gamecocks vs. Vanderbilt Commodores: 2008 Week 2 Recap

Quick answer

Vanderbilt Commodores defeated South Carolina Gamecocks 24–17 in Week 2, 2008. Final score: South Carolina Gamecocks 17, Vanderbilt Commodores 24.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
South Carolina Gamecocks	6	3	0	6	17
Vanderbilt Commodores	0	3	12	6	24

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Chris Smelley (2579) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.23 EPA/play +6.95 EPA
• Chris Nickson (238) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.37 EPA/play -4.79 EPA

Rushing

• Mike Davis (2579) — 0.0 yds -0.04 EPA
• Jared Hawkins (238) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.04 EPA
• Chris Nickson (238) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.34 EPA

Receiving

• Jared Cook (2579) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.16 EPA
• Dion LeCorn (2579) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.51 EPA
• Kenny McKinley (2579) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +0.98 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Chris Smelley	2579	30	6.7%	0	2	+0.23	+6.95
Chris Nickson	238	13	7.7%	0	1	-0.37	-4.79

Team EPA comparison

Stat	SC	VAN
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	2579	1	0	-0.56	Ended
Q1	238	3	0	-2.28	Punt
Q1	2579	5	0	-0.04	Ended
Q1	238	2	0	-0.83	Punt
Q1	2579	1	0	+3.61	Pass TD
Q1	2579	4	0	-1.81	Ended
Q1	238	1	0	-5.59	Fumble
Q1	238	1	0	-0.37	Ended
Q1	2579	3	0	-3.01	Ended
Q1	238	7	0	-2.45	Punt
Q2	2579	7	0	-0.45	Field goal
Q2	238	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	238	7	0	-0.43	Ended
Q2	2579	1	0	+1.03	Interception
Q2	238	3	0	-2.65	Punt
Q2	2579	11	0	+3.83	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · South Carolina Gamecocks · Chris Smelley pass intercepted by Darlron Spead at the Vandy 29, returned for 41 yards to the SCaro 30. (-7.26 EPA)
2. Q1 · Vanderbilt Commodores · Gaston Miller rush for a loss of 5 yards, fumbled, recovered by SCaro Darian Stewart at the Vandy 20. (-5.59 EPA)
3. Q3 · Vanderbilt Commodores · Brett Upson punt for 32 yards, returned by Team for no gain, fumbled, recovered by Vandy Ryan Hamilton at the SCaro 31. (+4.86 EPA)
4. Q1 · South Carolina Gamecocks · Chris Smelley pass intercepted by Reshard Langford at the Vandy 20, returned for 33 yards to the SCaro 47. (-4.24 EPA)
5. Q3 · South Carolina Gamecocks · Ryan Succop 42 yard field goal BLOCKED, John Stokes for 17 yards, to the Vandy 42. (-4.05 EPA)
6. Q1 · South Carolina Gamecocks · Chris Smelley pass complete to Kenny McKinley for 19 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.62 EPA)
7. Q4 · South Carolina Gamecocks · Ryan Succop 48 yard field goal MISSED. (-3.07 EPA)
8. Q3 · Vanderbilt Commodores · Chris Nickson sacked for a loss of 5 yards to the Vandy 40. (-2.89 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Vanderbilt Commodores controlled the final (24–17) in Week 2.
• Passing edge: Chris Smelley (2579) — yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: SC 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 South Carolina Gamecocks vs Vanderbilt Commodores?

South Carolina Gamecocks 17, Vanderbilt Commodores 24 in Week 2 of the 2008 college football season.

Who won South Carolina Gamecocks vs Vanderbilt Commodores?

Vanderbilt Commodores won with a final score of 17–24.

Where can I find the South Carolina Gamecocks vs Vanderbilt Commodores box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=282480238.

Who led South Carolina Gamecocks vs Vanderbilt Commodores in passing?

Chris Smelley (2579) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for South Carolina Gamecocks at Vanderbilt Commodores in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.