Fresno State Bulldogs vs. USC Trojans: 2014 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated Fresno State Bulldogs 52–13 in Week 1, 2014. Final score: Fresno State Bulldogs 13, USC Trojans 52.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Fresno State Bulldogs	0	6	6	0	13
USC Trojans	18	9	18	0	52

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Cody Kessler (30) — 0.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.83 EPA/play +28.98 EPA
• Max Browne (30) — 0.0 yds · +0.43 EPA/play +2.13 EPA
• Brian Burrell (278) — 0.0 yds · -0.27 EPA/play -5.05 EPA

Rushing

• Javorius Allen (30) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.26 EPA
• Marteze Waller (278) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.46 EPA
• Justin Davis (30) — 0.0 yds -0.81 EPA

Receiving

• Josh Harper (278) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds -0.17 EPA
• Nelson Agholor (30) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.37 EPA
• Darreus Rogers (30) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +1.31 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Cody Kessler	30	35	71.4%	0	4	+0.83	+28.98
Max Browne	30	5	80.0%	0	0	+0.43	+2.13
Brian Burrell	278	19	57.9%	0	0	-0.27	-5.05
Brandon Connette	278	17	41.2%	0	0	-0.75	-12.69

Team EPA comparison

Stat	FRES	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	278	3	0	-1.01	Ended
Q1	30	1	0	+1.09	Pass TD
Q1	30	6	0	+2.47	Ended
Q1	278	6	0	-0.60	Punt
Q1	30	1	0	+2.82	Pass TD
Q1	30	6	0	+1.26	Ended
Q1	278	3	0	-2.72	Punt
Q1	30	1	0	+0.61	Rush TD
Q1	30	16	0	+5.61	Ended
Q2	278	1	0	+0.01	Ended
Q2	30	3	0	-0.84	Missed FG
Q2	278	3	0	-3.02	Interception
Q2	30	1	0	+4.40	Pass TD
Q2	30	12	0	+1.50	Ended
Q2	278	3	0	-1.37	Punt
Q2	30	1	0	-4.80	Fumble

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Fresno State Bulldogs · Brandon Connette pass intercepted Gerald Bowman return for 36 yds to the FrsSt 21 (-4.98 EPA)
2. Q2 · USC Trojans · Javorius Allen run for a loss of 6 yards to the FrsSt 27 Javorius Allen fumbled, forced by Donavon Lewis, recovered by FrsSt Donavon Lewis (-4.8 EPA)
3. Q3 · Fresno State Bulldogs · Brian Burrell pass intercepted Anthony Sarao return for 8 yds to the USC 40 (-4.76 EPA)
4. Q2 · USC Trojans · Justin Davis run for no gain to the FrsSt 42 Justin Davis fumbled, recovered by FrsSt (-4.74 EPA)
5. Q2 · USC Trojans · Cody Kessler pass complete to Adoree' Jackson for 18 yds for a TD, (Andre Heidari KICK) (+4.4 EPA)
6. Q1 · Fresno State Bulldogs · Brian Burrell run for 32 yds to the 50 yard line for a 1ST down (+4.21 EPA)
7. Q4 · USC Trojans · Max Browne pass complete to Victor Blackwell for 13 yds to the FrsSt 11 for a 1ST down (+3.21 EPA)
8. Q1 · USC Trojans · Cody Kessler pass complete to Darreus Rogers for 17 yds to the FrsSt 39 for a 1ST down (+3.2 EPA)

Key takeaways

• USC Trojans controlled the final (52–13) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Cody Kessler (30) — yds, 4 TD.
• EPA edge: FRES 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 Fresno State Bulldogs vs USC Trojans?

Fresno State Bulldogs 13, USC Trojans 52 in Week 1 of the 2014 college football season.

Who won Fresno State Bulldogs vs USC Trojans?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 13–52.

Where can I find the Fresno State Bulldogs vs USC Trojans box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400548172.

Who led Fresno State Bulldogs vs USC Trojans in passing?

Cody Kessler (30) led passers with 0.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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