Fresno State Bulldogs vs. USC Trojans: 2022 Week 3 Recap

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated Fresno State Bulldogs 45–17 in Week 3, 2022. Final score: Fresno State Bulldogs 17, USC Trojans 45.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Fresno State Bulldogs	0	9	6	0	17
USC Trojans	12	6	12	9	45

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Caleb Williams (USC) — 302.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.31 EPA/play +14.45 EPA
• Logan Fife (Fresno State) — 125.0 yds · +0.23 EPA/play +3.42 EPA
• Jake Haener (Fresno State) — 103.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.00 EPA/play -0.05 EPA

Rushing

• Travis Dye (USC) — 142.0 yds · 1 TD +0.56 EPA
• Jordan Mims (Fresno State) — 114.0 yds +0.31 EPA
• Austin Jones (USC) — 111.0 yds · 1 TD +0.26 EPA

Receiving

• Jordan Addison (USC) — 8 rec · 93.0 yds +1.38 EPA
• Jalen Cropper (Fresno State) — 8 rec · 62.0 yds +0.41 EPA
• Erik Brooks (Fresno State) — 6 rec · 89.0 yds +1.52 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Caleb Williams	USC	46	63.0%	302	2	+0.31	+14.45
Logan Fife	Fresno State	15	73.3%	125	0	+0.23	+3.42
Jake Haener	Fresno State	20	50.0%	103	1	-0.00	-0.05

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Fresno State	USC
Plays	62	86
EPA / play	+0.119	+0.350
Total EPA	+7.39	+30.08
Success rate	48.4%	55.8%
Pass EPA / play	+0.096	+0.314
Rush EPA / play	+0.149	+0.391
Yards	421	601

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	USC	12	73	+4.13	Pass TD
Q1	Fresno State	3	1	-3.29	Punt
Q1	USC	12	65	+4.68	Rush TD
Q1	Fresno State	8	70	+4.33	Ended
Q1	USC	9	70	+4.49	Ended
Q2	Fresno State	1	0	-1.66	Field goal
Q2	USC	14	82	+5.37	Ended
Q2	USC	1	1	+0.31	Rush TD
Q2	Fresno State	5	75	+6.74	Pass TD
Q2	USC	5	47	+0.02	Punt
Q2	Fresno State	3	9	-0.23	Punt
Q2	USC	3	-9	-1.97	Punt
Q2	Fresno State	6	29	-0.76	Interception
Q3	Fresno State	5	6	-1.18	Ended
Q3	USC	6	50	+2.34	Rush TD
Q3	Fresno State	5	71	+6.87	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Fresno State Bulldogs · Jake Haener pass to Erik Brooks for a touchdown (39 yards) (+5.28 EPA)
2. Q3 · Fresno State Bulldogs · Malik Sherrod rushes 32 yards for a touchdown (+3.58 EPA)
3. Q3 · Fresno State Bulldogs · Jordan Mims rushes for 40 yards (2nd & 6) (+3.37 EPA)
4. Q4 · Fresno State Bulldogs · Malik Sherrod rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-3.36 EPA)
5. Q3 · Fresno State Bulldogs · Penalty (3rd & 8) (+3.19 EPA)
6. Q2 · USC Trojans · Caleb Williams pass to Travis Dye for 6 yards (4th & 4) (+2.92 EPA)
7. Q1 · USC Trojans · Caleb Williams rushes for 5 yards (4th & 2) (+2.87 EPA)
8. Q4 · USC Trojans · Caleb Williams pass to Terrell Bynum for 29 yards (3rd & 6) (+2.87 EPA)

Key takeaways

• USC Trojans controlled the final (45–17) in Week 3.
• Passing edge: Caleb Williams (USC) — 302.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: USC at 0.35 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 17, USC Trojans 45 in Week 3 of the 2022 college football season.

Who won Fresno State Bulldogs vs USC Trojans?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 17–45.

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=401403992.

Who led Fresno State Bulldogs vs USC Trojans in passing?

Caleb Williams (USC) led passers with 302.0 yards and 2 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.