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USC Trojans vs. Oregon State Beavers: 2008 Week 5 Recap

Beavers defeat Trojans 27–21 in Week 5

Scoring plays, EPA leaders, and college football analytics for USC Trojans vs. Oregon State Beavers (Week 5).

USC Trojans 21 3-1
Final 21–27
Oregon State Beavers 27 3-2 Winner
Winner
Oregon State Beavers
Final score
21–27
Halftime
USC Trojans 0–18 Oregon State Beavers
Top passer
Mark Sanchez

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Quick answer

Oregon State Beavers defeated USC Trojans 27–21 in Week 5, 2008. Final score: USC Trojans 21, Oregon State Beavers 27.

Game summary

Oregon State Beavers edged USC Trojans 27–21 in Week 5 of the 2008 season.

  • Scoring: 6 touchdowns across 6 plays.
  • Passing leader: Mark Sanchez (30) — 0.0 pass yds, 3 TD, +0.89 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Jacquizz Rodgers — 0.0 yds, 1 TD.
  • Receiving leader: James Rodgers — 2 rec, 0.0 yds.

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
USC Trojans0012621
Oregon State Beavers6120027

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

USCUSC Trojans
ORSTOregon State Beavers

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Scoring timeline

6 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. ORST
    Q1TD
    JRJames Rodgers

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-6

    Lyle Moevao pass complete to James Rodgers for 8 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

  2. ORST
    Q2TD
    JRJames Rodgers

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-12

    Lyle Moevao pass complete to James Rodgers for 3 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

  3. ORST
    Q2TD
    JRJacquizz Rodgers

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-18

    Jacquizz Rodgers rush for 2 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

  4. USC
    Q3TD
    DWDamian Williams

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-18

    Mark Sanchez pass complete to Damian Williams for 29 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

  5. USC
    Q3TD
    RJRonald Johnson

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    12-18

    Mark Sanchez pass complete to Ronald Johnson for 26 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

  6. USC
    Q4TD
    PTPatrick Turner

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    18-18

    Mark Sanchez pass complete to Patrick Turner for 14 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Mark Sanchez (30) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.89 EPA/play +19.53 EPA
  • Lyle Moevao (204) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.43 EPA/play +9.36 EPA

Rushing

  • Jacquizz Rodgers (204) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.07 EPA
  • Joe McKnight (30) — 0.0 yds -1.15 EPA
  • Stafon Johnson (30) — 0.0 yds +0.04 EPA

Receiving

  • James Rodgers (204) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +0.56 EPA
  • Damian Williams (30) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.32 EPA
  • Patrick Turner (30) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.11 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Mark Sanchez302213.6%03+0.89+19.53
Lyle Moevao204229.1%02+0.43+9.36

Team EPA comparison

StatUSCORST
Plays00
EPA / play
Total EPA
Success rate
Pass EPA / play
Rush EPA / play
Yards00

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q13030+0.53Ended
Q120480+0.29Punt
Q13030-1.84Punt
Q120410+1.22Pass TD
Q120470+3.02Ended
Q13030-1.86Punt
Q2204100+2.66Pass TD
Q23070-1.98Fumble
Q220410+0.65Rush TD
Q220490+3.51Ended
Q23030-2.94Punt
Q320450+1.22Ended
Q33010+4.35Pass TD
Q33060+2.38Ended
Q320460-2.09Punt
Q33010+3.30Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q4 · USC Trojans · Mark Sanchez pass intercepted by Greg Laybourn at the USC 30, returned for 28 yards to the USC 2. (-6.44 EPA)
  2. Q2 · USC Trojans · Joe McKnight rush for a loss of 4 yards, fumbled, recovered by OrgSt Victor Butler at the OrgSt 42. (-4.87 EPA)
  3. Q3 · USC Trojans · Mark Sanchez pass complete to Damian Williams for 29 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.35 EPA)
  4. Q3 · USC Trojans · Mark Sanchez pass complete to David Buehler for 14 yards to the OrgSt 26 for a 1ST down. (+4.34 EPA)
  5. Q3 · Oregon State Beavers · Jacquizz Rodgers rush for a loss of 3 yards to the OrgSt 29. (-3.73 EPA)
  6. Q3 · USC Trojans · Mark Sanchez pass complete to Ronald Johnson for 26 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.3 EPA)
  7. Q3 · Oregon State Beavers · David Buehler kickoff for 68 yards returned by James Rodgers for 31 yards to the OrgSt 33. (-3.23 EPA)
  8. Q4 · Oregon State Beavers · Sean Sehnem 41 yard field goal BLOCKED. (-3.16 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • Oregon State Beavers controlled the final (27–21) in Week 5.
  • Passing edge: Mark Sanchez (30) — 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 Oregon State Beavers?

USC Trojans 21, Oregon State Beavers 27 in Week 5 of the 2008 college football season.

Who won USC Trojans vs Oregon State Beavers?

Oregon State Beavers won with a final score of 21–27.

Where can I find the USC Trojans vs Oregon State Beavers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=282690204.

Who led USC Trojans vs Oregon State Beavers in passing?

Mark Sanchez (30) led passers with 0.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for USC Trojans at Oregon State Beavers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Season records after this game

USC Trojans

Entered 3-0 Now 3-1 L

Oregon State Beavers

Entered 2-2 Now 3-2 W