USC Trojans vs. Stanford Cardinal: 2022 Week 2 Recap

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated Stanford Cardinal 41–28 in Week 2, 2022. Final score: USC Trojans 41, Stanford Cardinal 28.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
USC Trojans	18	12	6	0	41
Stanford Cardinal	6	6	0	12	28

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Caleb Williams (USC) — 313.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.48 EPA/play +14.33 EPA
• Tanner McKee (Stanford) — 234.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.13 EPA/play -5.29 EPA

Rushing

• E.J. Smith (Stanford) — 88.0 yds · 1 TD -0.13 EPA
• Casey Filkins (Stanford) — 77.0 yds · 1 TD +0.39 EPA
• Travis Dye (USC) — 105.0 yds · 1 TD +0.37 EPA

Receiving

• Jordan Addison (USC) — 7 rec · 172.0 yds +1.26 EPA
• Michael Wilson (Stanford) — 2 rec · 30.0 yds -0.11 EPA
• Mario Williams (USC) — 4 rec · 74.0 yds +0.74 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Caleb Williams	USC	30	66.7%	313	4	+0.48	+14.33
Tanner McKee	Stanford	40	50.0%	234	1	-0.13	-5.29

Team EPA comparison

Stat	USC	Stanford
Plays	63	80
EPA / play	+0.287	+0.065
Total EPA	+18.07	+5.23
Success rate	52.4%	48.8%
Pass EPA / play	+0.478	-0.132
Rush EPA / play	+0.113	+0.263
Yards	510	490

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Stanford	3	46	-4.81	Interception
Q1	USC	4	33	+3.02	Pass TD
Q1	Stanford	13	85	-1.65	Interception
Q1	USC	8	83	+6.21	Pass TD
Q1	Stanford	7	78	+7.06	Pass TD
Q1	USC	1	75	+5.35	Pass TD
Q1	Stanford	11	73	-0.38	Fumble
Q2	USC	7	83	+5.13	Pass TD
Q2	Stanford	8	67	+6.29	Rush TD
Q2	USC	7	75	+5.42	Rush TD
Q2	Stanford	5	19	-0.03	Punt
Q2	USC	6	7	-0.79	Ended
Q3	USC	4	47	-0.15	Field goal
Q3	Stanford	3	8	-1.78	Punt
Q3	USC	13	69	+2.63	Missed FG
Q3	Stanford	3	7	-4.20	Fumble

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Stanford Cardinal · Tanner McKee pass intercepted (-5.36 EPA)
2. Q1 · USC Trojans · Caleb Williams pass to Jordan Addison for a touchdown (75 yards) (+5.35 EPA)
3. Q2 · Stanford Cardinal · Fumble (-4.49 EPA)
4. Q1 · Stanford Cardinal · Tanner McKee pass intercepted (-4.24 EPA)
5. Q3 · Stanford Cardinal · Fumble (-4.22 EPA)
6. Q1 · Stanford Cardinal · Tanner McKee pass to Elijah Higgins for 23 yards (3rd & 15) (+4.17 EPA)
7. Q4 · Stanford Cardinal · Casey Filkins rushes 2 yards for a touchdown (+3.97 EPA)
8. Q4 · USC Trojans · TEAM rushes for a loss of 2 yards (1st & 10) (-3.71 EPA)

Key takeaways

• USC Trojans controlled the final (41–28) in Week 2.
• Passing edge: Caleb Williams (USC) — 313.0 yds, 4 TD.
• EPA edge: USC at 0.287 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 Stanford Cardinal?

USC Trojans 41, Stanford Cardinal 28 in Week 2 of the 2022 college football season.

Who won USC Trojans vs Stanford Cardinal?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 41–28.

Where can I find the USC Trojans vs Stanford Cardinal box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401403980.

Who led USC Trojans vs Stanford Cardinal in passing?

Caleb Williams (USC) led passers with 313.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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