Louisville Cardinals vs. USC Trojans: 2023 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

USC Trojans defeated Louisville Cardinals 42–28 in Week 1, 2023. Final score: Louisville Cardinals 28, USC Trojans 42.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Louisville Cardinals	6	6	6	6	28
USC Trojans	6	18	6	6	42

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Miller Moss (USC) — 433.0 yds · 6 TD · +0.57 EPA/play +18.90 EPA
• Jack Plummer (Louisville) — 116.0 yds · -0.47 EPA/play -13.10 EPA

Rushing

• Isaac Guerendo (Louisville) — 176.0 yds · 3 TD +0.60 EPA
• Austin Jones (USC) — 60.0 yds -0.23 EPA
• Maurice Turner (Louisville) — 48.0 yds +0.21 EPA

Receiving

• Tahj Washington (USC) — 7 rec · 99.0 yds +1.37 EPA
• Isaac Guerendo (Louisville) — 5 rec · 42.0 yds +0.64 EPA
• Zachariah Branch (USC) — 2 rec · 9.0 yds -0.65 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Miller Moss	USC	33	69.7%	433	6	+0.57	+18.90
Jack Plummer	Louisville	28	71.4%	116	0	-0.47	-13.10

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Louisville	USC
Plays	70	52
EPA / play	+0.097	+0.264
Total EPA	+6.77	+13.73
Success rate	58.6%	44.2%
Pass EPA / play	-0.468	+0.573
Rush EPA / play	+0.473	-0.272
Yards	373	504

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	USC	3	4	-2.80	Punt
Q1	Louisville	10	71	+5.76	Rush TD
Q1	USC	6	54	+0.83	Missed FG
Q1	Louisville	1	-2	-5.70	Fumble
Q1	USC	3	19	+2.49	Pass TD
Q1	Louisville	14	61	+1.76	Punt
Q2	USC	5	80	+6.17	Pass TD
Q2	Louisville	3	5	-1.96	Ended
Q2	USC	2	9	+1.44	Pass TD
Q2	Louisville	9	73	+6.42	Rush TD
Q2	USC	5	75	+5.98	Pass TD
Q2	Louisville	4	-4	-2.20	Punt
Q3	USC	3	95	-7.10	Interception
Q3	Louisville	6	39	+2.96	Rush TD
Q3	USC	11	53	+3.81	Pass TD
Q3	Louisville	12	70	+4.62	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · USC Trojans · Miller Moss pass intercepted (-8.36 EPA)
2. Q1 · Louisville Cardinals · Fumble (-5.7 EPA)
3. Q2 · USC Trojans · Miller Moss pass to Ja'Kobi Lane for a touchdown (31 yards) (+5.06 EPA)
4. Q1 · USC Trojans · Miller Moss pass to Tahj Washington for a touchdown (17 yards) (+3.78 EPA)
5. Q1 · USC Trojans · Miller Moss pass to Makai Lemon for 40 yards (2nd & 10) (+3.6 EPA)
6. Q2 · Louisville Cardinals · Punt (-3.4 EPA)
7. Q4 · USC Trojans · Miller Moss pass to Duce Robinson for a touchdown (44 yards) (+3.38 EPA)
8. Q4 · Louisville Cardinals · Fumble (-3.24 EPA)

Key takeaways

• USC Trojans controlled the final (42–28) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Miller Moss (USC) — 433.0 yds, 6 TD.
• EPA edge: USC at 0.264 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 Louisville Cardinals vs USC Trojans?

Louisville Cardinals 28, USC Trojans 42 in Week 1 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Louisville Cardinals vs USC Trojans?

USC Trojans won with a final score of 28–42.

Where can I find the Louisville Cardinals vs USC Trojans box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401581109.

Who led Louisville Cardinals vs USC Trojans in passing?

Miller Moss (USC) led passers with 433.0 yards and 6 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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