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USC Trojans vs. UCLA Bruins: 2022 Week 12 Recap

Trojans defeat Bruins 48–45 in Week 12

Caleb Williams paced the box score as Trojans closed out a 48–45 Week 12 finish.

USC Trojans 48 10-1 Winner
Final 48–45
UCLA Bruins 45 8-3
Winner
USC Trojans
Final score
48–45
Halftime
USC Trojans 18–18 UCLA Bruins
Top passer
Caleb Williams
FantasyHQ MVP
Caleb Williams

Top CFB performers · Trojans

  • Caleb Williams 478.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.37 EPA/play +16.7 EPA
  • Austin Jones 120.0 yds · 2 TD +8.0 EPA
  • Caleb Williams 48.0 yds · 1 TD +1.6 EPA

Top CFB performers · Bruins

  • Dorian Thompson-Robinson 322.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.23 EPA/play +9.1 EPA
  • Zach Charbonnet 104.0 yds -0.7 EPA
  • Dorian Thompson-Robinson 95.0 yds · 2 TD +9.3 EPA

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated UCLA Bruins 48–45 in Week 12, 2022. Final score: USC Trojans 48, UCLA Bruins 45.

Game summary

USC Trojans edged UCLA Bruins 48–45 in Week 12 of the 2022 season.

  • Scoring: 12 touchdowns, 3 field goals across 15 plays.
  • Passing leader: Caleb Williams (USC) — 478.0 pass yds, 2 TD, +0.37 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Austin Jones — 120.0 yds, 2 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Jordan Addison — 11 rec, 178.0 yds.
  • EPA edge: USC (+0.313/play) vs UCLA (+0.250/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
USC Trojans018121248
UCLA Bruins12691245

Scoring Map

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

USCUSC Trojans
UCLAUCLA Bruins

FantasyHQ CFB Analytics

Scoring timeline

15 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. UCLA
    Q1TD
    DTDorian Thompson-Robinson

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-6

    Dorian Thompson-Robinson rushes 1 yard for a touchdown

  2. UCLA
    Q1TD
    MEMichael Ezeike

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-12

    Dorian Thompson-Robinson pass to Michael Ezeike for a touchdown (30 yards)

  3. USC
    Q2TD
    CWCaleb Williams

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-12

    Caleb Williams rushes 6 yards for a touchdown

  4. USC
    Q2FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 27
    Score
    9-12

    Field goal good from 44 yards

  5. UCLA
    Q2TD
    DTDorian Thompson-Robinson

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    9-18

    Dorian Thompson-Robinson rushes 1 yard for a touchdown

  6. USC
    Q2TD
    AJAustin Jones

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    15-18

    Austin Jones rushes 8 yards for a touchdown

  7. USC
    Q2FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 32
    Score
    18-18

    Field goal good from 49 yards

  8. UCLA
    Q3FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 29
    Score
    18-21

    Field goal good from 46 yards

  9. USC
    Q3TD
    JAJordan Addison

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    24-21

    Caleb Williams pass to Jordan Addison for a touchdown (35 yards)

  10. USC
    Q3TD
    AJAustin Jones

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    30-21

    Austin Jones rushes 2 yards for a touchdown

  11. UCLA
    Q3TD
    MEMichael Ezeike

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    30-27

    Dorian Thompson-Robinson pass to Michael Ezeike for a touchdown (6 yards)

  12. USC
    Q4TD
    KFKyle Ford

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    36-27

    Caleb Williams pass to Kyle Ford for a touchdown (16 yards)

  13. UCLA
    Q4TD
    KAKazmeir Allen

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    36-33

    Dorian Thompson-Robinson pass to Kazmeir Allen for a touchdown (55 yards)

  14. USC
    Q4TD
    DBDarwin Barlow

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    42-33

    Darwin Barlow rushes 6 yards for a touchdown

  15. UCLA
    Q4TD
    MEMichael Ezeike

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    42-39

    Dorian Thompson-Robinson pass to Michael Ezeike for a touchdown (3 yards)

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Caleb Williams (USC) — 478.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.37 EPA/play +16.66 EPA
  • Dorian Thompson-Robinson (UCLA) — 322.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.23 EPA/play +9.05 EPA

Rushing

  • Austin Jones (USC) — 120.0 yds · 2 TD +0.38 EPA
  • Zach Charbonnet (UCLA) — 104.0 yds -0.04 EPA
  • Dorian Thompson-Robinson (UCLA) — 95.0 yds · 2 TD +0.71 EPA

Receiving

  • Jordan Addison (USC) — 11 rec · 178.0 yds +0.80 EPA
  • Jake Bobo (UCLA) — 4 rec · 76.0 yds +0.36 EPA
  • Kazmeir Allen (UCLA) — 5 rec · 72.0 yds +0.89 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Caleb WilliamsUSC4571.1%4782+0.37+16.66
Dorian Thompson-RobinsonUCLA3959.0%3224+0.23+9.05

Team EPA comparison

StatUSCUCLA
Plays8175
EPA / play+0.313+0.250
Total EPA+25.34+18.77
Success rate58.0%56.0%
Pass EPA / play+0.370+0.232
Rush EPA / play+0.241+0.270
Yards672549

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q1USC1059-1.25Ended
Q1UCLA36-2.26Punt
Q1USC441-0.60Missed FG
Q1UCLA1480+6.39Rush TD
Q1USC237-4.94Interception
Q1UCLA130+2.52Pass TD
Q1USC1075+6.68Rush TD
Q2UCLA643+0.06Punt
Q2USC672+1.76Field goal
Q2UCLA663+5.11Rush TD
Q2USC574+6.66Rush TD
Q2UCLA428-3.08Interception
Q2USC519-0.77Missed FG
Q2UCLA513-2.14Interception
Q2USC215+0.19Field goal
Q3UCLA1047+0.16Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q1 · USC Trojans · Caleb Williams pass intercepted (-6.7 EPA)
  2. Q4 · UCLA Bruins · Dorian Thompson-Robinson pass to Kazmeir Allen for a touchdown (55 yards) (+4.67 EPA)
  3. Q3 · UCLA Bruins · Fumble (-4.13 EPA)
  4. Q2 · USC Trojans · Austin Jones rushes 8 yards for a touchdown (+3.45 EPA)
  5. Q3 · UCLA Bruins · Dorian Thompson-Robinson pass to Logan Loya for 38 yards (1st & 10) (+3.34 EPA)
  6. Q3 · UCLA Bruins · Dorian Thompson-Robinson pass to Zach Charbonnet for 7 yards (4th & 4) (+3.27 EPA)
  7. Q2 · UCLA Bruins · Dorian Thompson-Robinson pass intercepted (-3.19 EPA)
  8. Q1 · UCLA Bruins · Dorian Thompson-Robinson pass to Jake Bobo for 13 yards (3rd & 9) (+3.13 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • USC Trojans controlled the final (48–45) in Week 12.
  • Passing edge: Caleb Williams (USC) — 478.0 yds, 2 TD.
  • EPA edge: USC at 0.313 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 UCLA Bruins?

USC Trojans 48, UCLA Bruins 45 in Week 12 of the 2022 college football season.

Who won USC Trojans vs UCLA Bruins?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 48–45.

Where can I find the USC Trojans vs UCLA Bruins box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401404044.

Who led USC Trojans vs UCLA Bruins in passing?

Caleb Williams (USC) led passers with 478.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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

Season records after this game

USC Trojans

Entered 9-1 Now 10-1 W

UCLA Bruins

Entered 8-2 Now 8-3 L