USC Trojans vs. California Golden Bears: 2009 Week 5 Recap

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated California Golden Bears 30–3 in Week 5, 2009. Final score: USC Trojans 30, California Golden Bears 3.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
USC Trojans	0	0	0	0	30
California Golden Bears	0	0	0	0	3

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Matt Barkley (30.0) — 0.0 yds · +0.12 EPA/play +3.93 EPA
• Kevin Riley (25.0) — 0.0 yds · -0.30 EPA/play -9.00 EPA

Rushing

• Joe McKnight (30.0) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD -0.33 EPA
• Jahvid Best (25.0) — 0.0 yds -0.35 EPA
• Allen Bradford (30.0) — 0.0 yds -0.42 EPA

Receiving

• Damian Williams (30.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.69 EPA
• Anthony Miller (25.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.59 EPA
• Joe McKnight (30.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds -0.34 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Matt Barkley	30.0	34	0.0%	0	0	+0.12	+3.93
Kevin Riley	25.0	30	0.0%	0	0	-0.30	-9.00

Team EPA comparison

Stat	USC	CAL
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	25.0	1	0	-0.02	Ended
Q1	30.0	7	0	-4.07	Ended
Q1	25.0	3	0	-2.40	Punt
Q1	30.0	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	30.0	7	0	+1.39	Ended
Q1	25.0	4	0	-1.06	Punt
Q1	30.0	1	0	+2.73	Rush TD
Q1	30.0	5	0	+2.29	Ended
Q1	25.0	5	0	-1.20	Interception
Q2	30.0	1	0	-0.02	Ended
Q2	25.0	5	0	+2.41	Missed FG
Q2	25.0	1	0	+0.06	Ended
Q2	30.0	4	0	-1.28	Ended
Q2	25.0	3	0	-0.92	Punt
Q2	30.0	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	30.0	9	0	-1.54	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · 25.0 · Vince D'Amato 38 yard field goal MISSED. (-4.86 EPA)
2. Q1 · 25.0 · Kevin Riley pass intercepted by Taylor Mays at the USC 0, returned for no gain for a touchback. (-4.86 EPA)
3. Q1 · 30.0 · Matt Barkley pass complete to Anthony McCoy for 31 yards to the Cal 48 for a 1ST down. (+4.03 EPA)
4. Q3 · 25.0 · Kevin Riley pass incomplete to Jahvid Best. (-4.0 EPA)
5. Q2 · 25.0 · Bryan Anger punt for 42 yards, returned by Damian Williams for 66 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (-3.63 EPA)
6. Q4 · 30.0 · Joe McKnight rush for 29 yards to the Cal 5 for a 1ST down. (+3.34 EPA)
7. Q4 · 30.0 · Matt Barkley pass intercepted by Brett Johnson at the 50 yard line, returned for 2 yards to the USC 48. (-3.32 EPA)
8. Q3 · 30.0 · Joe McKnight rush for 14 yards to the USC 46 for a 1ST down. (-3.21 EPA)

Key takeaways

• USC Trojans controlled the final (30–3) in Week 5.
• Passing edge: Matt Barkley (30.0) — yds.
• 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 California Golden Bears?

USC Trojans 30, California Golden Bears 3 in Week 5 of the 2009 college football season.

Who won USC Trojans vs California Golden Bears?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 30–3.

Where can I find the USC Trojans vs California Golden Bears box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=292760025.

Who led USC Trojans vs California Golden Bears in passing?

Matt Barkley (30.0) led passers with 0.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

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