Washington Huskies 28–21 California Golden Bears: Final Score & Recap | Week 8, 2022

Quick answer

Washington Huskies defeated California Golden Bears 28–21 in Week 8, 2022. Final score: Washington Huskies 28, California Golden Bears 21.

Game summary

Washington Huskies beat California Golden Bears 28–21 in Week 8 of the 2022 season.

Scoring: 6 touchdowns, 2 field goals across 8 plays.
Passing leader: Michael Penix Jr. (Washington) — 362.0 pass yds, 2 TD, +0.33 EPA/play.
Rushing leader: Jaydn Ott — 38.0 yds.
Receiving leader: J. Michael Sturdivant — 8 rec, 104.0 yds.
EPA edge: Washington (+0.207/play) vs California (+0.118/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Washington Huskies	6	0	6	12	28
California Golden Bears	0	0	12	6	21

Scoring Map

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

WASHWashington Huskies

+3OPP 23

+3OPP 18

CALCalifornia Golden Bears

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Scoring timeline

8 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

Washington
Q1FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 23
Score
3-0
Field goal good from 40 yards
Washington
Q1FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 18
Score
6-0
Field goal good from 35 yards
California
Q3TD
JMJ. Michael Sturdivant
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
6-6
Jack Plummer pass to J. Michael Sturdivant for a touchdown (8 yards)
Washington
Q3TD
CDCameron Davis
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
12-6
Cameron Davis rushes 6 yards for a touchdown
California
Q3TD
JMJ. Michael Sturdivant
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
12-12
Jack Plummer pass to J. Michael Sturdivant for a touchdown (48 yards)
Washington
Q4TD
JMJalen McMillan
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
18-12
Michael Penix Jr. pass to Jalen McMillan for a touchdown (13 yards)
Washington
Q4TD
RNRichard Newton
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
24-12
Michael Penix Jr. pass to Richard Newton for a touchdown (36 yards)
California
Q4TD
MAMavin Anderson
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
24-18
Jack Plummer pass to Mavin Anderson for a touchdown (8 yards)

Stars of the game

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

Passing

Michael Penix Jr. (Washington) — 362.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.33 EPA/play +17.45 EPA
Jack Plummer (California) — 217.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.24 EPA/play +9.53 EPA

Rushing

Jaydn Ott (California) — 38.0 yds -0.19 EPA
Cameron Davis (Washington) — 46.0 yds · 1 TD +0.05 EPA
DeCarlos Brooks (California) — 43.0 yds -0.01 EPA

Receiving

J. Michael Sturdivant (California) — 8 rec · 104.0 yds +0.51 EPA
Jalen McMillan (Washington) — 8 rec · 81.0 yds +1.05 EPA
Rome Odunze (Washington) — 6 rec · 63.0 yds +0.17 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Michael Penix Jr.	Washington	53	67.9%	362	2	+0.33	+17.45
Jack Plummer	California	39	53.8%	217	3	+0.24	+9.53

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Washington	California
Plays	83	65
EPA / play	+0.207	+0.118
Total EPA	+17.14	+7.64
Success rate	60.2%	38.5%
Pass EPA / play	+0.329	+0.244
Rush EPA / play	-0.010	-0.073
Yards	476	306

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Washington	9	52	+0.66	Field goal
Q1	California	5	16	-2.23	Punt
Q1	Washington	13	72	+2.57	Field goal
Q1	California	3	3	-2.25	Punt
Q1	Washington	11	63	+2.55	Missed FG
Q2	California	6	23	-1.13	Punt
Q2	Washington	6	18	-0.97	Punt
Q2	California	10	41	+0.36	Punt
Q2	Washington	8	40	-0.01	Ended
Q3	California	13	75	+6.56	Pass TD
Q3	Washington	11	70	+5.62	Rush TD
Q3	California	6	70	+7.20	Pass TD
Q3	Washington	10	75	+5.80	Pass TD
Q4	California	3	-5	-3.41	Punt
Q4	Washington	6	67	+4.73	Pass TD
Q4	California	12	85	+7.36	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

Q3 · California Golden Bears · Jack Plummer pass to J. Michael Sturdivant for a touchdown (48 yards) (+5.64 EPA)
Q4 · California Golden Bears · Jack Plummer pass to Mavin Anderson for a touchdown (8 yards) (+5.29 EPA)
Q4 · Washington Huskies · Michael Penix Jr. pass to Richard Newton for a touchdown (36 yards) (+3.55 EPA)
Q1 · Washington Huskies · Michael Penix Jr. pass to Jalen McMillan for 19 yards (3rd & 10) (+3.52 EPA)
Q4 · Washington Huskies · Michael Penix Jr. pass to Jalen McMillan for a touchdown (13 yards) (+3.5 EPA)
Q3 · California Golden Bears · Penalty (3rd & 1) (-2.66 EPA)
Q2 · Washington Huskies · Field goal missed (-2.61 EPA)
Q3 · California Golden Bears · Jack Plummer pass to Damien Moore for 10 yards (3rd & 6) (+2.44 EPA)

Key takeaways

Washington Huskies controlled the final (28–21) in Week 8.
Passing edge: Michael Penix Jr. (Washington) — 362.0 yds, 2 TD.
EPA edge: Washington at 0.207 EPA/play.
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Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Washington Huskies vs California Golden Bears?

Washington Huskies 28, California Golden Bears 21 in Week 8 of the 2022 college football season.

Who won Washington Huskies vs California Golden Bears?

Washington Huskies won with a final score of 28–21.

Where can I find the Washington Huskies vs California Golden Bears box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401404019.

Who led Washington Huskies vs California Golden Bears in passing?

Michael Penix Jr. (Washington) led passers with 362.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Washington Huskies at California Golden Bears in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.