South Carolina Gamecocks vs. Northwestern Wildcats: 2009 Week 12 Recap

Quick answer

Northwestern Wildcats defeated South Carolina Gamecocks 33–31 in Week 12, 2009. Final score: South Carolina Gamecocks 31, Northwestern Wildcats 33.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
South Carolina Gamecocks	0	0	0	0	31
Northwestern Wildcats	0	0	0	0	33

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Mike Kafka (77.0) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.24 EPA/play +9.80 EPA
• Scott Tolzien (275.0) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.12 EPA/play +3.88 EPA
• Zeke Markshausen (77.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +3.47 EPA/play +3.47 EPA

Rushing

• John Clay (275.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.07 EPA
• Arby Fields (77.0) — 0.0 yds -0.20 EPA
• Stephen Simmons (77.0) — 0.0 yds +0.01 EPA

Receiving

• Andrew Brewer (77.0) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +1.45 EPA
• Nick Toon (275.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.68 EPA
• Garrett Graham (275.0) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +1.64 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Mike Kafka	77.0	41	4.9%	0	2	+0.24	+9.80
Scott Tolzien	275.0	31	6.5%	0	2	+0.12	+3.88
Zeke Markshausen	77.0	1	100.0%	0	1	+3.47	+3.47

Team EPA comparison

Stat	WISC	NU
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	275.0	4	0	+2.64	Ended
Q1	77.0	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	77.0	7	0	+0.14	Ended
Q1	275.0	3	0	-3.39	Punt
Q1	77.0	3	0	-2.59	Punt
Q1	275.0	6	0	-1.34	Punt
Q1	77.0	10	0	+4.22	Pass TD
Q2	275.0	1	0	-0.11	Ended
Q2	77.0	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	77.0	5	0	-0.24	Ended
Q2	275.0	5	0	-0.90	Punt
Q2	77.0	1	0	+3.47	Pass TD
Q2	77.0	2	0	+2.05	Ended
Q2	275.0	3	0	-2.31	Punt
Q2	77.0	1	0	+3.37	Pass TD
Q2	77.0	5	0	+1.99	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · 77.0 · Stefan Demos punt for 33 yards, returned by David Gilreath for 68 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (-6.0 EPA)
2. Q2 · 77.0 · Scott Concannon rush for 1 yard, fumbled, recovered by Wisc Jaevery McFadden at the Nwest 37. (-5.22 EPA)
3. Q3 · 275.0 · Scott Tolzien sacked by Vince Browne for a loss of 5 yards to the Nwest 38. (-4.02 EPA)
4. Q3 · 77.0 · Mike Kafka pass complete to Sidney Stewart for 49 yards to the Wisc 16 for a 1ST down. (+3.75 EPA)
5. Q2 · 77.0 · Zeke Markshausen pass complete to Sidney Stewart for 38 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.47 EPA)
6. Q2 · 77.0 · Mike Kafka pass complete to Andrew Brewer for 12 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.37 EPA)
7. Q2 · 77.0 · Philip Welch kickoff for 68 yards returned by Stephen Simmons for 64 yards to the Wisc 34. (+3.27 EPA)
8. Q1 · 275.0 · Scott Tolzien pass complete to Isaac Anderson for 25 yards to the Nwest 46 for a 1ST down. (+3.15 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Northwestern Wildcats controlled the final (33–31) in Week 12.
• Passing edge: Mike Kafka (77.0) — yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: WISC 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 Northwestern Wildcats?

South Carolina Gamecocks 31, Northwestern Wildcats 33 in Week 12 of the 2009 college football season.

Who won South Carolina Gamecocks vs Northwestern Wildcats?

Northwestern Wildcats won with a final score of 31–33.

Where can I find the South Carolina Gamecocks vs Northwestern Wildcats box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=293250077.

Who led South Carolina Gamecocks vs Northwestern Wildcats in passing?

Mike Kafka (77.0) 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 Northwestern Wildcats in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.