Boston College Eagles vs. USC Trojans: 2009 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated Boston College Eagles 24–13 in Week 1, 2009. Final score: Boston College Eagles 13, USC Trojans 24.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Boston College Eagles	0	0	0	0	13
USC Trojans	0	0	0	0	24

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Matt Barkley (30.0) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.54 EPA/play +18.46 EPA
• Dave Shinskie (103.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.06 EPA/play +1.69 EPA

Rushing

• Montel Harris (103.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.09 EPA
• Allen Bradford (30.0) — 0.0 yds -0.33 EPA
• C.J. Gable (30.0) — 0.0 yds -0.44 EPA

Receiving

• Damian Williams (30.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.81 EPA
• Stanley Havili (30.0) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +1.10 EPA
• Ronald Johnson (30.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.02 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Matt Barkley	30.0	34	5.9%	0	2	+0.54	+18.46
Dave Shinskie	103.0	29	3.4%	0	1	+0.06	+1.69

Team EPA comparison

Stat	BC	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
Q1	30.0	2	0	+1.55	Ended
Q1	103.0	1	0	-2.26	Ended
Q1	30.0	5	0	-0.89	Ended
Q1	103.0	4	0	-0.26	Punt
Q1	30.0	1	0	+4.13	Pass TD
Q1	30.0	7	0	+1.79	Ended
Q1	103.0	11	0	-0.93	Punt
Q2	30.0	5	0	-0.31	Punt
Q2	103.0	1	0	+5.28	Pass TD
Q2	30.0	1	0	-0.42	Ended
Q2	103.0	7	0	+2.09	Ended
Q2	30.0	3	0	+0.69	Ended
Q2	103.0	1	0	+1.39	Rush TD
Q2	103.0	5	0	+4.55	Ended
Q2	30.0	5	0	+3.11	Pass TD
Q3	103.0	1	0	+0.53	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · 103.0 · Montel Harris rush, fumbled, recovered by USC Jurrell Casey at the USC 10, Jurrell Casey for 22 yards, to the USC 32. (-6.72 EPA)
2. Q2 · 103.0 · Dave Shinskie pass complete to Rich Gunnell for 61 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+5.28 EPA)
3. Q1 · 30.0 · Matt Barkley pass complete to Stanley Havili for 53 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.13 EPA)
4. Q1 · 103.0 · Dave Shinskie pass complete to Rich Gunnell for 25 yards to the BC 49 for a 1ST down. (+3.96 EPA)
5. Q4 · 103.0 · Dave Shinskie pass intercepted by Shareece Wright at the BC 49, returned for no gain to the BC 49. (-3.14 EPA)
6. Q3 · 30.0 · Jordan Congdon 35 yard field goal MISSED. (-3.11 EPA)
7. Q4 · 30.0 · Matt Barkley pass complete to Damian Williams for 48 yards to the BC 1 for a 1ST down. (+2.79 EPA)
8. Q3 · 30.0 · Matt Barkley pass complete to Ronald Johnson for 20 yards to the BC 30 for a 1ST down. (+2.78 EPA)

Key takeaways

• USC Trojans controlled the final (24–13) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Matt Barkley (30.0) — yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: BC 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 Boston College Eagles vs USC Trojans?

Boston College Eagles 13, USC Trojans 24 in Week 1 of the 2009 college football season.

Who won Boston College Eagles vs USC Trojans?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 13–24.

Where can I find the Boston College Eagles vs USC Trojans box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=293600030.

Who led Boston College Eagles vs USC Trojans in passing?

Matt Barkley (30.0) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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